Houston Scooter Battalion

North Texas Lakes Rally, Mar 12-14

2010-03-08T08:34:00.000-08:00

This will be a free rally in deference to Amerivespa.
Details: http://northtexaslakesrally.com/

March Battalion Ride!

2010-03-02T13:26:00.000-08:00

We'll check out the SE quadrant with the first ever Houston Ship Channel ride. This is going to be one of the longest rides we'll do this year. The weather should be quite nice as long as the rain holds out. We'll make two pit stops along the way, the first one at Brady's Landing Restaurant for Ship Channel photo ops, R/R and maybe a quick drink. Then the second stop at Hermann Park, where we'll have access to Little Big's Shakes and Sliders if anyone is hungry. I'm really looking forward to this ride. We hope you join us!
Map: HSB%20Houston%20Ship%20Channel%20ride.JPG

Battalion ride this Sunday

2010-02-05T14:00:00.000-08:00

Yes, the Super Bowl falls on the first Sunday of February. But we will ride! Join us and we will end up back at Beer Island around 5:00. They'll be having a SB party, and Jimmy's will too. Also, Poison Girl is hosting a "Drink for Haiti" night, all profits going to Haitian Multicultural Association's earthquake relief efforts." 5pm - whenever.

Rockers vs Mods #4 - Dallas, TX

2010-02-05T13:56:00.000-08:00

I went to this rally last year and it was well worth it! What a blast!
-Charlie

Info and details: www.rockersvsmods.com

The Big Easy Weekender Rally is coming!

2010-01-15T12:48:00.000-08:00

Can you imagine a scooter rally in the French Quarter?
March 25 - 28, 2010 in New Orleans!
Go here for details and to register: http://www.bigeasyweekender.com/

Amerivespa 2010 is coming!

2010-01-06T11:42:00.000-08:00

San Antonio on Memorial Day weekend!
Now is the time to register and make hotel accomodations.
http://www.amerivespa.org/home

A Bit Nippy Ride!

2009-12-28T13:35:00.000-08:00

What better way to start the new year, than to do it on yer bike?! With all your classic biking and scooter-ing friends! Up Nawth they call them Freeze Your Balls Off (FYBO) rides, or Polar Bear rides. We won't have to be nearly as tough to get out on our bikes on 1-1-10. So I think we should.

Ride your classic motorcycle or scooter to the Tall Texan at 10:00am. Our friend Jamie has made special arrangements for free breakfast tacos for us. We'll then ride to the Shady tavern at noon, and then on to the West Alabama Ice House at 2:00.

Please spread the word. Hope to see you there.

Note: There's no charge for any of this. We just want to ride with our friends on January 1st.

Lights in the Heights Parade!

2009-12-05T16:20:00.000-08:00

LITH is a go for the Scooter Battalion again this year. We'll meet a Beer Island between 4:00 and 5:00 to decorate (if you haven't already done so), then scoot to the parade line-up as a group at 5:30. Suggestions: Go to your local dollar store and stock up on Christmas decorations. Go to Walgreen's or Target for battery light strings. Stock up on tape and zip ties.

As a reminder, twist-n-go's are preferred for this parade. It is a slow and crowded parade, and 2 stroke smoke is not very popular.

This is a fun parade, I can't wait to ride in it again. See you there!

Any Mods out there like comics?

2009-11-17T10:40:00.000-08:00

For all you Rockers vs mods fans out there (Thanks to Rad Rich for sending this link)

http://www.mcimekdesign.com/mvr_comics.htm

British USA Open House

2009-11-17T10:11:00.000-08:00

The folks at British USA were the ones who donated the raffle scooter for our 2nd Sandblast Rally in Galveston, and wanted the Scooter Battalion to know we're invited to their Open House on November 28th from 11-5. They are having a Bike Show from 12-3:30 with Scooters included in the categories. It will be a fun time and they hope to see as many of us as possible. They’ll have hot dogs and a keg or two, and our friend Les is going to entertain. So hope to see you there! Please try to spread the word around to your friends. Also, anyone want to scoot down as a group?

For questions contact:
Jim Vagas
British USA
Gulf Coast BMW
1210 College Ave.
South Houston, TX 77587
PH: 713.944.7951

Halloween Ride 2009!

2009-10-21T12:01:00.001-07:00

Time for a scooter haunting. Get your scare on. The route has been finalized and posted. The stops were selected for the potential party factor. So, get your (safe riding) costume ready, spook out your scooter, and let's ride! The costume contest will be held at Beer Island, before the ride. FRIDAY OCT, 30. Meet at Beer Island at 8:00, we ride at 9:00

Route: HSB%20Halloween%20Ride%202009.JPG

Austin Scooter Rally, Nov 6-8

2009-10-09T11:49:00.000-07:00

This is the "Yall can go to hell, I'm going to Texas" rally for vintage and shifter scooters. More details here: http://home.grandecom.net/~biechler/

Oktoberfest Ride this Sunday!

2009-09-29T14:36:00.000-07:00

The monthly scooter battalion ride for October will be led by Scootersmith. He has an Oktoberfest themed route plannned, and it will be a good one! Don your lederhosen or dirndl and head to Beer Island, Sunday Oct 4, at 2:00PM.

Whiskey the Scooter Dog

2009-09-19T22:20:00.000-07:00

All of you know our unofficial mascot Whiskey from our Battalion rides. Well, Ms. Whiskey is in a contest to be the National Spokesdog for The Dog Whisperer. If you donate $5 or more Whiskey could appear with Cesar in a public service campaign. All donations support the rescue, rehabilitation and re-homing of dogs nationwide. Whiskey has a good chance of winning her category, so we would really appreciate your support in making her a celebrity.

To vote for Whiskey, click HERE Thank you so much!

September's Battalion Ride.

2009-09-03T13:44:00.000-07:00

It's starting to cool off thankfully. Good scooting weather is coming! Even though it's a holiday weekend, we're going ahead with the first Sunday battalion ride, in case you're one of those staying close to home this weekend. The ride will be a classic from years past, being led by Emily. See you at the Island at 2!

3rd Coast Rally #5 (3CR5) is ON!

2009-08-31T07:45:00.000-07:00

Join the Austin Scooter Club's second annual quest to San Antonio for the 3rd Coast Rally #5 (3CR5) - Scooter Libre!

Let's join them in San Antonio for this well organized rally where you can meet other scooterists, and get reacquainted with some of the Fistful of Scooters attendees. Last year's attendance was around 120, and it was an excellent rally!

Out of towners are encouraged to stay at two main hotels, the Red Roof Inn or the Days Inn Riverwalk. Register online at 3cr5.com, and for the $30 pre-registration, you will be guaranteed the rally t-shirt in your size.

This just in!

2009-08-21T07:51:00.000-07:00

Regarding the upcoming Rockers vs Mods rally, we just got word that there will be a private after party Friday night for those who pre-registered. You will have the opportunity to mingle/party with the Reverend Horton Heat, Motor Head, and Nashville Pussy, the bands that will have just rocked Warehouse Live. You'll gain entrance to the green room where some classic bikes will be on display. Pre-registration ends Sept 2nd!
And remember, all scooters are welcome.

Rad Rich's Bash!

2009-08-11T13:23:00.000-07:00

Saturday August 29. If you've never been to this event, you're missing!

Here's a detailed flyer:
7thRadBashpstr.pdf

Classic Scooter Roundup #3

2009-08-04T10:48:00.001-07:00

Amerivespa 2010!

2009-08-03T08:52:00.000-07:00

Dawn Wells of VCOA (Vespa Club of America) in San Antonio, has invited the leaders of any scooter clubs in Houston (including the Battalion) to attend an organizational meeting with the president and vice president of VCOA at the El Tropicano hotel, Saturday August 15. These individuals are flying into San Antonio Friday Aug 14 and will be staying the weekend, scouting the city. Let me know if you are interested.

August Battalion Ride

2009-07-29T09:35:00.000-07:00

It's going to be a swim ride! We're going to cruise to a Houston public pool for a cooling dip. Wear your swimsuit, wear it under your street clothes, or change into it at the pool. If you don't want to swim, chill in the shade and watch. We'll be at the pool about an hour, then head back to Beer Island for burgers and beer.

Get some BBQ this sunday!

2009-07-15T11:20:00.000-07:00

Along with the Classic Scooter Roundup this Sunday at the West Alabama Ice House, there will be BBQ for sale, to benefit Terri Myers, who was hit by a hit and run driver. The proceeds will help her pay hospital bills. Come on out and join us, even if you don't have a classic!

Classic Scooter Roundup #2

2009-07-09T10:52:00.001-07:00

Join us for the second of this quarterly rally. This time, instead of just meeting at West Alabama, we'll meet at "The Usual Pub", and scoot to West Alabama as a group. Meet at 2:00PM, July 19. See you there!

Amerivespa 2010 will be in San Antonio!

2009-07-09T09:18:00.001-07:00

We just got word from Dawn of the San Antonio Neer-do-Wells SC, and it's official. Amerivespa 2010 will be Memorial weekend, May 27 - 31 in San Antonio! This is a huge rally, and it's not limited to Vespas. Of course, we want to have a strong Houston Scooter Battalion presence, so mark your calendars and save the date! Details regarding registration, lodging, schedule, etc will come later. I'll post as soon as I know. Great news!

Rockers vs. Mods, H-TOWN RUMBLE

2009-07-06T09:30:00.000-07:00

That's right, a Rockers vs Mods rally right here in Houston! For info and pre-registration go to the website here: http://rockers-vs-mods.com/