Benicia,
CA -- Cycle Gear, the country's
largest retailer of motorcycle apparel and accessories, pledged $10,000 to the
BlueRibbon Coalition in support of the organization's efforts to ensure
continued access to public lands.
The donation highlights Cycle Gear's total fiscal commitment to the BRC Trail
Access Fund for 2012. This is the 10th year in a row in which Cycle Gear
matched club and rider donations-dollar for dollar-to the Fund (up to $10,000
per year).
Dave Bertram, 5-time ISDE gold medalist, two-time national off-road champion
and CEO of Cycle Gear, said, "Trail riders continue to face unwarranted
land closures and restrictions at state and federal OHV areas. Cycle Gear
is proud of this grant program that supports BRC's efforts to successfully
champion responsible motorized recreation on designated roads, trails and
areas."
He continued, "Today, the OHV community is confronted with an endless
parade of frivolous eco-lawsuits, cancelled motorcycle events and closures of
historic single-track trails. The off-road business community must
continue to support access groups that fight to protect our rights to enjoy
public lands."
Don Amador, Western Representative for the BlueRibbon Coalition, said, "BRC
would not be able to continue its work if it were not for generous donations
such as this commitment from Cycle Gear whose support is greatly appreciated as
it will help fund our access efforts in 2012."
