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Speech Given at the Ride's End by the Laszko Family:
First of all, we would like to thank Don and Bobbie Presten, Rick Moyer, and all of the members of the Wanderers Motorcycle Club for your efforts in putting together this terrific event. Don hatched the idea for this poker run within days of Steve’s crash at Sears Point. The amazing thing is he knew how much hard work it would be to pull it off, but he still pushed ahead. All of you worked very hard to make this event happen, and we are very grateful for your time and effort.
Second, we want to thank all of the companies, fans and friends who donated merchandise and services for the door prize raffle. Many of you are present here today, so I would like to mention you all:
Larry and Pat of the Wanderers
Curt Jordan of Jordan Engineering
Charlie Van Valkenburgh of Full Spectrum Designs / Pit Bull racing stands
Pat Huber of Protect All
Linda Key of Helimot European Accessories
Chris Curnen of Sprocket Specialists
Jeff Lewis and Jim Maier of Maier Manufacturing
George and Bobbie Head of the Wanderers
Garry Gallagher of EBC Brakes
Douglas Newhouse of Quixrace Presents
Don and Bobbie Presten of The Wanderers
Dave Ketcham of Escondido Cycle Center
Lorie Richwine and John Ulrich of Roadracing World magazine
Barry McKinley of West Coast Motorsports
Phil Wetsel of Motion Pro
Debbie Brown and Adolph of Z Custom Leathers
Steve and Keith of Steve's Machines
Valerie Wixen
St. Bernard Software
San Diego V-Twin / Biker’s Dream
Morrow’s American Iron
Rancho Motorcycle Dismantling
Cycle Parts West
Clairmont Cycle Supply
Cycle City of El Toro
Lemon Grove Motorcycles
Lee’s Cycle Service
San Diego Toy Run
El Cajon Harley Davidson
Biker’s Dream of Santa Ana
AMA District 38
GP Motorcycles of San Diego
Motoport USA
North County Yamaha & Triumph
Eagle Rider
Finally, we wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to all of you for participating in today’s ride. Motorcyclists have a long history of coming together to aid our comrades in need. Today you have all written another chapter in that history.
Steve asked us say these words on his behalf:
"I am grateful for the support of my fellow riders, racers, and friends old and new. Knowing that all of you are pulling for me strengthens my will to give the rehab program everything that I have. I hope one day that I can beat this injury. Your help here today will go a long way towards helping me do that. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart."