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Ed Who? · 10-19-2009, 11:46 AM

I just wanted to thank my amazing crew yet again for going above and beyond the norm....nowadays there seems to be not much thanks/props being given for folks doing a great job at just that, their jobs!

I just got back from my wedding/honeymoon and the last 2 days i was sick as hell, then the flights were a MESS, my new Dakine surf luggage/bag got destroyed by handlers, we got home around 1:20am last night...needless to say i was not in good mood.

I come into shop today (this is ALWAYS a scare for me, what i might see/find) and i was laughing for the first time since Saturday... Corie and the guys have decorated the entire showroom in the Halloween spirit! She carved motorcycle pumpkins, decorated, has a skull with candy on counter, etc....the best is the "EDR" pumpkin next to my MV Brutale...how cool is that??

Then i see the entire shop is just as spotless (more so than i normally mandate..ha) Jay and Gary have so neat i don't wanna work in it for a few days...the showroom Corie moved around a bunch of things, changed things up, redid the entire showcases, etc. She even has all my messages in order, the special orders all lined up, and i didn't have ONE call from a customer this last week with even a ??, the crew did it all.

It made me feel so much better, really amazing to have such a great crew in these tough times. I know I'm not the easiest to work for, since i tend to push folks very hard, wanting them to be and do the best they can and i know they, like me are working as hard as possible in these tough times and yet they still go above and beyond for me, EDR and our customers!

I cant thank Gary, Jay, Chris, Nolan and Corie enough. Really great to have such an amazing group of folks that not only are great at their jobs but enjoy what they do! Even in the most "depressing time of year" for our shop (just after race season ends) they still find a way to have FUN with our shop/customers/each other...and again i dont think there is enough "THANKS" in the world lately and too many folks not enjoying work like they used to, so thank you guys!

Ed Who? · 10-19-2009, 11:48 AM

OH and before it turns into a drama fest...i am not posting this as a sale/ad/promos or anything its a simple THANKS and appreciation for having employees that dont act like employees just looking for their paychecks and how some folks seem to enjoy their jobs and go above and beyond normal duties. thats it!

Have a great day everyone.

Shrek X · 10-19-2009, 11:50 AM

good stuff!

BoricuaBusa · 10-19-2009, 11:58 AM

Being a manager for many folks as well, I know first hand how hard is to find good/honest employees... so kudos to your guys...

you guys are great...

ulfur · 10-19-2009, 12:08 PM

Looks good, good to hear your feeling better

holypiston · 10-19-2009, 12:14 PM

RC30..love the smell of the bikes in that place as you walk in the door. Although we don't do much more than get the tires changed for the big Z, it's nice to walk in and look around (we will however be bringing the big Z1 in for a valve adj. though soon). REI is just across the street too....and that dyno room. Who could hate a job like that?

Looks like a lot of fun.

Ed Who? · 10-19-2009, 12:30 PM

Originally Posted by holypiston

RC30..love the smell of the bikes in that place as you walk in the door. Although we don't do much more than get the tires changed for the big Z, it's nice to walk in and look around (we will however be bringing the big Z1 in for a valve adj. though soon). REI is just across the street too....and that dyno room. Who could hate a job like that?

Looks like a lot of fun.

Thanks, yeah my "office" doesn't suck always

Gusgus · 10-19-2009, 12:39 PM

That rocks Ed, congrats on the marriage, the sweet crew and a happy halloween.

Baystr · 10-19-2009, 12:47 PM

did Corie tell you I carved the fucking pumpkin, it was your wedding present, should last forever...........in the showroom, and create some super fucking sweet aroma after a bit!
Thats me lovin sum EDR

Spec · 10-19-2009, 01:03 PM

Eric,
Thanks needs to be given back to you for helping out my clients this year. I've sent a good number of bikes your direction after claims and so far it's been a good relationship. I've known Gary since before he was working with you but it's been good to have him & the rest of your crew available and willing to take care of business in a prompt manner.

I'll continue sending guys your way this winter and next season.

Edit: EDR Pumpkin ftw.

jprv4pilot · 10-19-2009, 01:03 PM

Hey Eric,

post up some pics from the honeymoon trip down to Mexico ..

I am sure you have maybe a few pics that can be posted ...

Glad you made it back in one piece ...

- John

Ed Who? · 10-19-2009, 01:22 PM

Thanks guys! Times really tough right now but coming back into work and seeing my crew still cares and doing this really meant a lot.

How would you feel if you came back and your office was better than you left it and they did so cause they like working for and with you??

No wedding pics, sorry i try to keep my private life/wife/family just that, private. Its hard when your in such a public job, but to me families and kids and such need to have space/respect on the forums. Hope that comes across right?? ahh..ok here are some...

Our room (thanks to loving grandparents on both sides of family!!)

Interesting drink...haha

The Mexican version of the EDR Crew

I think someone posted up a suggestion for a party soon...i think we might just do that, stay tuned

G-RRfun · 10-19-2009, 02:33 PM

Eric glad your back and sorry to hear you have been sick. It's easy to do the right things when you enjoy your job and know your boss appreciates your efforts. Your not as hard to work for as you may think. And Corie get all the credit on the show room. She has kept the skull full all week and did the amazing pumpkin. Glad to have you back and will see you in the AM. Rest up !!! HAPPY HALLOWEEN everyone !!!!!!!!

Nicegy525 · 10-19-2009, 05:12 PM

Dude, some serious Bro-mance goin on in this thread... I kinda digg it! :

pv2 · 10-19-2009, 05:40 PM

yeah I got to admit a bit of obsessive fondness for my Little RC.

Thanks to You, Gary et. al. for the great job on the bike and for Corie for putting up with my occasional phone call about those italian wheel bits.

Keeping me safe (finding that..... disconnected kickstand lead switch wire) and allowing me to rock on with the machine!

Seriously people, the last time they had my bike they found my sprocket had been installed backwards from a prevous 520 upgrade - that sprocket set/ chain cost me dearly but would have cost me a lot more had Gary not found the prob.

So will be by to pick er' up tomorrow and go for a Tuesday ride with my good PNW Family.

Marchesini be damned, I'm going riding with the Crew!

pv2

Again, thanks to All on the team!

Oh and 24 hour fatness ctr is across the street as well as a very nice art school full of nice .... art.

COngrats on the "M" to you Two!

vananator · 10-19-2009, 05:47 PM

Amen to that brother! You and your crew rock-bikes always feel better after they've been to the edr day spa-van p.s. Congrats on the marriage action!

corie · 10-19-2009, 08:11 PM

ya, i spend my friday night carving that pumpkin!!!

Sirena · 10-19-2009, 10:59 PM

Congratulations on your wedding Eric!
Glad you were able to come back home to something special too and know that you are appreciated

BigDave · 10-20-2009, 07:42 AM

Congrats Eric and welcome Back!

I'll be coming to see you to spend some money!!!

Saki.Girl · 10-20-2009, 01:56 PM

on your wedding Eric

cobra525 · 10-20-2009, 04:32 PM

Originally Posted by jprv4pilot

Hey Eric,

post up some pics from the honeymoon trip down to Mexico ..

I am sure you have maybe a few pics that can be posted ...

Glad you made it back in one piece ...

- John

Screw the honeymoon, we just want pics of your wife

Baystr · 10-20-2009, 07:14 PM

Originally Posted by corie

ya, i spend my friday night carving that pumpkin!!!

you lie, I carved it with my samurai sword blindfolded, cuz thats how I roll

cbr_femme · 10-21-2009, 10:23 AM

Congrats Eric!! On everything, well minus the luggage snafu.. oh and let me guess, you got to PAY for bringing that extra baggage didn't you?

Looking forward to stopping by and seeing the crew... don't worry, you'll HEAR me, before you see me. Damn open clutches.

Brady · 10-21-2009, 09:07 PM

Congrats on the wedding!

sucks about the surf gear! but the store looks great! Props on the decorating

Lueria · 10-23-2009, 05:13 PM

that is so cool. welcome back. and I love your crew. They are so sweet when we come it. hugs

TheFactor · 10-23-2009, 06:38 PM

Nice !!! luv EDR and much congrats on getting married


10-19-2009, 11:46 AM	#1
Ed Who? Endorsed Joined: Oct 2006 From: Portland, OR I Ride: 96' ZX-7RR & 06' MV Brutale 910	Thanks I just wanted to thank my amazing crew yet again for going above and beyond the norm....nowadays there seems to be not much thanks/props being given for folks doing a great job at just that, their jobs! I just got back from my wedding/honeymoon and the last 2 days i was sick as hell, then the flights were a MESS, my new Dakine surf luggage/bag got destroyed by handlers, we got home around 1:20am last night...needless to say i was not in good mood. I come into shop today (this is ALWAYS a scare for me, what i might see/find) and i was laughing for the first time since Saturday... Corie and the guys have decorated the entire showroom in the Halloween spirit! She carved motorcycle pumpkins, decorated, has a skull with candy on counter, etc....the best is the "EDR" pumpkin next to my MV Brutale...how cool is that?? Then i see the entire shop is just as spotless (more so than i normally mandate..ha) Jay and Gary have so neat i don't wanna work in it for a few days...the showroom Corie moved around a bunch of things, changed things up, redid the entire showcases, etc. She even has all my messages in order, the special orders all lined up, and i didn't have ONE call from a customer this last week with even a ??, the crew did it all. It made me feel so much better, really amazing to have such a great crew in these tough times. I know I'm not the easiest to work for, since i tend to push folks very hard, wanting them to be and do the best they can and i know they, like me are working as hard as possible in these tough times and yet they still go above and beyond for me, EDR and our customers! I cant thank Gary, Jay, Chris, Nolan and Corie enough. Really great to have such an amazing group of folks that not only are great at their jobs but enjoy what they do! Even in the most "depressing time of year" for our shop (just after race season ends) they still find a way to have FUN with our shop/customers/each other...and again i dont think there is enough "THANKS" in the world lately and too many folks not enjoying work like they used to, so thank you guys! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-19-2009, 11:48 AM	#2
Ed Who? Endorsed Joined: Oct 2006 From: Portland, OR I Ride: 96' ZX-7RR & 06' MV Brutale 910	OH and before it turns into a drama fest...i am not posting this as a sale/ad/promos or anything its a simple THANKS and appreciation for having employees that dont act like employees just looking for their paychecks and how some folks seem to enjoy their jobs and go above and beyond normal duties. thats it! Have a great day everyone. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-19-2009, 11:50 AM	#3
Shrek X Mr. 500,000 Joined: Dec 2006 From: Portland I Ride: VTX	good stuff! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-19-2009, 11:58 AM	#4
BoricuaBusa Streetfighter Joined: Apr 2009 From: Beaverton, OR I Ride: 2004 Hayabusa LE	Being a manager for many folks as well, I know first hand how hard is to find good/honest employees... so kudos to your guys... you guys are great... __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-19-2009, 12:08 PM	#5
ulfur Pit Crew Joined: Jun 2009 From: Portland, Oregon I Ride: 08-GSXR750, 04-GSXR600	Sweet Looks good, good to hear your feeling better __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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10-19-2009, 12:14 PM	#6
holypiston Superbiker Joined: Oct 2006 From: Vanquiver, WA I Ride: RD400F Daytonut	RC30..love the smell of the bikes in that place as you walk in the door. Although we don't do much more than get the tires changed for the big Z, it's nice to walk in and look around (we will however be bringing the big Z1 in for a valve adj. though soon). REI is just across the street too....and that dyno room. Who could hate a job like that? Looks like a lot of fun. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-19-2009, 12:39 PM	#8
Gusgus MotoGP Champion Joined: Dec 2008 From: VanHooter, Wa Blog Entries: 2 I Ride: Valkyrie/R1150GS Adventure	That rocks Ed, congrats on the marriage, the sweet crew and a happy halloween. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-19-2009, 12:47 PM	#9
Baystr Streetfighter Joined: Sep 2008 From: Salem, OR I Ride: 636 trackbike, 08 CBR 1000RR, 07 CRF450R. had 00929RR, ZX9R	did Corie tell you I carved the fucking pumpkin, it was your wedding present, should last forever...........in the showroom, and create some super fucking sweet aroma after a bit! Thats me lovin sum EDR __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-19-2009, 01:03 PM	#10
Spec State Farm Joined: Dec 2005 From: Happy Valley, OR I Ride: race-prepped '05 ZX6-R, '83 Yamaha XS400	Eric, Thanks needs to be given back to you for helping out my clients this year. I've sent a good number of bikes your direction after claims and so far it's been a good relationship. I've known Gary since before he was working with you but it's been good to have him & the rest of your crew available and willing to take care of business in a prompt manner. I'll continue sending guys your way this winter and next season. Edit: EDR Pumpkin ftw. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-19-2009, 01:03 PM	#11
jprv4pilot Training Wheels Joined: May 2009 From: Portland, Oregon I Ride: 2008 Ducati 1098s, 2008 GSXR-1000	Hey Eric, post up some pics from the honeymoon trip down to Mexico .. I am sure you have maybe a few pics that can be posted ... Glad you made it back in one piece ... - John __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-19-2009, 01:22 PM	#12
Ed Who? Endorsed Joined: Oct 2006 From: Portland, OR I Ride: 96' ZX-7RR & 06' MV Brutale 910	Thanks guys! Times really tough right now but coming back into work and seeing my crew still cares and doing this really meant a lot. How would you feel if you came back and your office was better than you left it and they did so cause they like working for and with you?? No wedding pics, sorry i try to keep my private life/wife/family just that, private. Its hard when your in such a public job, but to me families and kids and such need to have space/respect on the forums. Hope that comes across right?? ahh..ok here are some... Our room (thanks to loving grandparents on both sides of family!!) Interesting drink...haha The Mexican version of the EDR Crew I think someone posted up a suggestion for a party soon...i think we might just do that, stay tuned __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter Last edited by Ed Who?; 10-19-2009 at 01:29 PM..


10-19-2009, 02:33 PM	#13
G-RRfun Superbiker Joined: Jun 2006 From: Milwaukie,Or. I Ride: 2004 Honda CBR1000rr fully modded/2005 Warrior onyx w/new wheels and 240 tire	Eric glad your back and sorry to hear you have been sick. It's easy to do the right things when you enjoy your job and know your boss appreciates your efforts. Your not as hard to work for as you may think. And Corie get all the credit on the show room. She has kept the skull full all week and did the amazing pumpkin. Glad to have you back and will see you in the AM. Rest up !!! HAPPY HALLOWEEN everyone !!!!!!!! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-19-2009, 05:12 PM	#14
Nicegy525 Zone Head Joined: Feb 2008 From: Portland, Oregon I Ride: '07 GSXR-750	Dude, some serious Bro-mance goin on in this thread... I kinda digg it! : __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-19-2009, 05:40 PM	#15
pv2 Streetfighter Joined: Jun 2008 From: Portland, Oregon I Ride: 03 RC51 SP-2	EDR! ahhh yeah, the place where my Sweety is patiently waiting for me yeah I got to admit a bit of obsessive fondness for my Little RC. Thanks to You, Gary et. al. for the great job on the bike and for Corie for putting up with my occasional phone call about those italian wheel bits. Keeping me safe (finding that..... disconnected kickstand lead switch wire) and allowing me to rock on with the machine! Seriously people, the last time they had my bike they found my sprocket had been installed backwards from a prevous 520 upgrade - that sprocket set/ chain cost me dearly but would have cost me a lot more had Gary not found the prob. So will be by to pick er' up tomorrow and go for a Tuesday ride with my good PNW Family. Marchesini be damned, I'm going riding with the Crew! pv2 Again, thanks to All on the team! Oh and 24 hour fatness ctr is across the street as well as a very nice art school full of nice .... art. COngrats on the "M" to you Two! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter Last edited by pv2; 10-19-2009 at 08:30 PM.. Reason: proper spelling of Corie's name LOL


10-19-2009, 05:47 PM	#16
vananator Endorsed Joined: Jun 2006 From: washougal,wa-down by the river I Ride: 2007 APE RSVR,2007 mvf4 1000r,2006 paul smart	Amen to that brother! You and your crew rock-bikes always feel better after they've been to the edr day spa-van p.s. Congrats on the marriage action! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-19-2009, 08:11 PM	#17
corie Training Wheels Joined: Aug 2009 From: Tualatin I Ride: myself	ya, i spend my friday night carving that pumpkin!!! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-19-2009, 10:59 PM	#18
Sirena Pit Crew Joined: Jun 2008 From: Portland, OR I Ride: Kawi Ninja 250 & Yamaha Vino 125	Congratulations on your wedding Eric! Glad you were able to come back home to something special too and know that you are appreciated __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-20-2009, 07:42 AM	#19
BigDave Streetfighter Joined: Jun 2008 From: Fairview Oregon I Ride: Slow and Steady...	Congrats Eric and welcome Back! I'll be coming to see you to spend some money!!! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-20-2009, 01:56 PM	#20
Saki.Girl Zone Head Joined: May 2007 From: Hillsboro OR Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: 2006 Ninja 650R	on your wedding Eric __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-21-2009, 10:23 AM	#23
cbr_femme Zone Head Joined: Aug 2006 From: Portland, OR I Ride: '07 Ducati Monster S2R 1000	Congrats Eric!! On everything, well minus the luggage snafu.. oh and let me guess, you got to PAY for bringing that extra baggage didn't you? Looking forward to stopping by and seeing the crew... don't worry, you'll HEAR me, before you see me. Damn open clutches. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-21-2009, 09:07 PM	#24
Brady MotoGP Contender Joined: Jul 2008 From: Hillsboro, Oregon I Ride: like the wind bullseye	Congrats on the wedding! sucks about the surf gear! but the store looks great! Props on the decorating __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-23-2009, 05:13 PM	#25
Lueria Training Wheels Joined: Mar 2008 From: Fairveiw I Ride: Ducati monster 900	that is so cool. welcome back. and I love your crew. They are so sweet when we come it. hugs __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


10-23-2009, 06:38 PM	#26
TheFactor Superbiker Joined: Jul 2008 From: Hilllsboro,Or Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: 2006 CBR 1000 rr	Nice !!! luv EDR and much congrats on getting married __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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