From a Quail Motorcycle Gathering press release:
The Quail Motorcycle Gathering will honor 3-time AMA Superbike National Champion Reg Pridmore as its “Legend of the Sport.” Every year The Quail Motorcycle Gatheringrecognizes a “Legend of the Sport” for their achievements in racing and contributions to the sport of motorcycling. The May possibly 14th event will also be celebrating the 40th Anniversary of Superbike, along with the 40th Anniversary of Pridmore’s initial title.
“When it came time to select this year’s Legend of the Sport there wasn’t any debate Reg was the clear choice,” mentioned Quail Director of Motorsports, Gordon McCall. “Here is a man who risked almost everything to pursue his American Dream, and in undertaking so became a three-time AMA champion and Hall of Famer. We are proud to present Reg Pridmore as our Legend of the Sport for 2016.”
Reg Pridmore cut his teeth on his native English circuits, winning his 1st race at Silverstone in 1961. Pridmore followed his dream and immigrated to the United States quickly following, ultimately settling on the west coast in the seaside town of Santa Barbara, CA. The future AMA champ started racing the Southern California tracks and by the time the AMA added the Superbike class to the National Championship lineup in 1976, Pridmore had constructed a wealth of expertise on such machines.
On August 1, 1976, Reg Pridmore won his 1st AMA Superbike National at Laguna Seca Raceway, just a couple of miles up the road from Quail Lodge & Golf Club. He went on to claim the 1976 Superbike title, and defended his title in 1977 and 1978. Reg was known as the mark of consistency on the track, seldom finishing outside the top five in any given race. All through his run of three consecutive AMA Superbike titles, it was his constant podium finishes that catapulted him to the best.
Pridmore retired from skilled racing following the 1979 season and went on to located CLASS, one of the top motorcycle riding schools in the country. He also authored the very acclaimed Smooth Riding the Pridmore Way, which particulars Pridmore’s riding techniques and philosophy.
“I am deeply honored and really proud to be recognized at The Quail Motorcycle Gathering for my racing accomplishments alongside some of my all-time racing heroes,” Pridmore said. “Many thanks to Gordon McCall and the Quail for this honor.”
With reside entertainment, lifestyle vendors, a signature beverage pavilion, and a dedicated kids area, The Quail Motorcycle Gathering is a true celebration of motorcycling. Entry contains a gourmet barbecue lunch, parking, and gear valet service for those riding a motorcycle to the event.
Tickets are on sale now at www.quaillodgetickets.com.
Quail Motorcycle Gathering To Honor Reg Pridmore As Legend Of The Sport
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