2011 Patriot Ride Sponsors
PRESENTING SPONSOR
Dennis Kirk is the Powersports Industry's largest retailer of aftermarket parts, accessories and apparel
to the motorcycle, ATV, snowmobile and personal watercraft markets. With more than 150,000 products in stock, same day
shipping and the best service in the industry they are an unmatched resource for Powersports enthusiasts.
In 2006, Dennis Kirk being a strong supporter of the US military decided to create a fundraising ride with the objective of using the money to provide recognition and financial support to deployed soldiers and their families. Dennis Kirk and its' vendors have provided much of the organizational and logistical support for the event and have contributed a great deal in the way of time and money to this very worthy cause.
Why? Because it is the right thing to do!
DIAMOND LEVEL SPONSOR
Sullivans Inc.
Since 1972 Sullivans, Inc. has been committed to meeting the product needs of motorcycle, snowmobile, and powersports dealers throughout the United States. Largest distributor of HJC, the number #1 helmet line in the United States. We are also the largest distributor in the world of Joe Rocket, the number one motorcycle street apparel line in the United States and the exclusive distributor of Joe Rocket in the United States. Now as part of our continuing efforts to be at the forefront of motorcycle apparel, Sullivans is pleased to exclusively produce the POWER TRIP line of cruiser apparel.
850th Horizontal Engineer "Renegades" Company
The 850th Horizontal Engineer "Renegades" Company resides in Cambridge, Minn. The unit's primary mission is to provide command and control of engineer effects platoons that are necessary to conduct missions such as repair, maintain, construct air/ground lines of communication (LOC); emplace culverts; hauling; force protection; and limited clearing operations. The 850th HEC will also support the state's CBRNE Enhanced Response Force (CERF) by organizing, training, equipping, and certifying a soldier search and extraction element IOT support state, regional, and federal missions. The 850th Horizontal Engineer Company will activate and provide additional support to local or state officials as directed by the Adjutant General.
GOLD LEVEL SPONSORS
Hot Leathers
We take our leather goods, t-shirts, and motorcycle accessories all over the country. We set up shop at the biggest and best rallies, fairs, and special events in America. Make sure you take a look at our Road Events page to check out where you can see us next. Our wholesale and printing facilities have grown significantly over the past 25 years. We now rate in the top 50 volume screen printers in America and we're not prepared to stop. Take one look at our products and it will be easy to see why we are the "industry leader in motorcycle apparel and accessories". You can expect fast, friendly service from HotLeathers.com. Be sure to check back often because there's always some new products and big savings in our New Arrivals section.
The After Midnight Group
Cowboy Jack's in Bloomington, a major sponsor of the Patriot Ride, is hosting a kickoff promotional party for the "Dennis Kirk Patriot Ride". Cowboy Jack's is just one of the many bar / restaurants in the metro area, owned by The After Midnight Group. They also own three other "Cowboys" plus The Joint, Cabooze and Mad Jacks. All the establishments are "Biker Friendly"! Also, they operate at motorcycle shop called Midnight Cycle & Speed. Stop by the kick-off party Saturday, June 4th at Cowboy Jack's in Bloomington and show the MN Patriot Guard your appreciation. Click here for details.
Harley-Davidson -
St. Paul & Wild Prairie
These two Midwest Harley-Davidson Dealerships boast glistening motorcycles, clothing, gifts, collectibles, parts and accessories. St Paul being one of the largest in the nation with 54,000 sq ft of floor space. Be sure to stop by and check them out. It's a jaw dropping experience! Life's a journey, we're your destination.
SILVER LEVEL SPONSORS
Custom Chrome
In 1970, four friends noticed the growing trend of motorcycle owners wanting to personalize their bikes, so they opened a motorcycle accessory store that specialized in chroming and polishing anything brought in. With that, Custom Chrome (CCI) was born in a retail space adjacent to a garage. Within a year, the new company began to seek out manufacturers of custom parts and accessories, collaborating with them on unique new items built to the company's specifications. Soon, other motorcycle dealers discovered the growing line of custom parts and accessories and the company quickly grew into an international manufacturer and wholesale distributor of aftermarket products for V-Twins.Today, CCI designs and distributes the "World's Finest Products for Harley-Davidson's" under the company brand names RevTech®, Motor Factory, Jammer and Santee. CCI also sells and distributes products from other top manufacturers and brands in the industry. Custom Chrome® is one of the worlds largest suppliers of aftermarket parts and accessories for V-Twin motorcycles. A true leader in the industry, CCI headquarters is located in Morgan Hill, CA with four distribution centers strategically placed around the globe to provide fast service to dealers worldwide.
Fox Racing & Shift Racing
During the last three decades, Fox Racing has become an international leader in the sportswear apparel industry with its
famous Fox Head logo seen worldwide. The company continues to lead the charge by utilizing the best technology and design
talent available to enhance and optimize the quality, comfort and performance of all of its products.
SHIFT stormed onto the US motorcycling scene in 1997 and has since grown into an international brand, producing innovative riding
apparel for markets around the world. SHIFT has always been the choice for those looking for something unique and fresh and we
focus on fusing the creative influences from the world of motocross/sportbikes, lifestyle and fashion into all of our stylish
performance products.
Veterans of Foreign Wars - Post 10796
The objectives of the Veterans of Foreign Wars are: fraternal, patriotic, historical and educational, to preserve and strengthen comradeship among its members, to assist worthy comrades, to perpetuate the memory and history of our dead and to assist their widows and orphans, to maintain true allegiance to the Government of the United States of America and fidelity to its Constitution and laws, to foster true patriotism, to maintain and extend the institutions of American freedom, and to preserve and defend the United States from all her enemies, whomsoever.
KQRS
KQRS has partnered with The Patriot Ride since 2007. They go above and beyond to help promote the event and get the word out each year. Most of their contribution is unidentifiable by the public but their efforts are a very important part to the success of The Patriot Ride. Brian Zepp, a member of the KQ Morning Show graciously emcees The Patriot Ride event every year and brings his passion for supporting members of our military with him. KQRS is the Twin Cities most popular radio station. Known for both their classic rock format and the hugely successful KQ morning show that features host Tom Barnard, Terri Traen, and 6 other well known personalities.
M.A. Apparel and Promotions, Inc.
It is our corporate mission to develop business relationships with our clients that go far beyond just selling. Our staff is dedicated to being your trusted and educated source of promotional solutions. Our educated staff is full of innovative and fresh ideas to help you, the client, set yourself apart from the competition.
BRONZE LEVEL SPONSORS
UPS
Founded in 1907 as a messenger company in the United States, UPS has grown into a $42.6 billion corporation by clearly focusing on the goal of enabling commerce around the globe. Today UPS is a global company with one of the most recognized and admired brands in the world. We have become the world's largest package delivery company and a leading global provider of specialized transportation and logistics services. Every day, we manage the flow of goods, funds, and information in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. From moving cargo containers across the ocean to expediting customs paperwork at international ports to simply delivering a small package to a local neighborhood, we synchronize commerce for our eight million customers each day.
Wild Hawg Band
Wild Hawg Band are sponsoring this years' Patriot Ride as well as playing live music after the ride. They are a mixture of well seasoned musicians from the area who have been around for quite a while. The talent pool of this band stretches far and wide. We are all about providing high quality music that you can surely dance to and surely enjoy listening to. The bandmembers have played for .38 Special, GB Leighton, The Gear Daddies just to name a few. We bring the fun back to havin fun.
Kuryakyn
Küryakyn has been in the business of improving and beautifying motorcycles since before many of today's riders "ran 'er through the gears" for the first time. Unlike a large segment of the industry, we've learned that the bandwagon usually doesn't lead the parade. Everywhere throughout this site you'll see examples of fresh Küryakyn innovation; well thought out parts that work, fit, and most of all, look great! We'll leave the "me too" items to someone else. Each Küryakyn accessory is intended to look fantastic by itself, but is usually a member of group of parts that combine to create a "look". This allows each rider to add accessories a couple at a time, or go for the full complement all at once, without the end result looking like an arbitrary hodgepodge of parts that can leave you wondering if they were all supposed to go on the same bike. If you desire additional information, or have questions, we welcome your call or letter. Our well trained sales staff and technical department will be glad to assist you. At Küryakyn, ideas are born from a passion for motorcycles that spans 145 years of combined experience and active participation in the sport. Our ideas are products of creative minds that realize a motorcycle isn't simply a means of transportation, but rather a representation of a person's very identity. At Küryakyn we believe innovation is manufactured at the intersection of Performance and Style.
Fatboys Bar & Grill
Established in 2004, Fatboys is a gathering place for two-wheeled enthusiasts. It has a family atmosphere that is biker-friendly. There is an array of custom and customer-owned bikes on display...some are even for sale! On summer weekends the parking lot is like a rolling bike show with hundreds of bikes cruising in and out. The V-Twin patio is a popular place on warm days and evenings and the perfect place to watch the bikini bike washers. For more information on rides, events, tent parties, and live music, please see our website at www.fatboysmn.com
East Central Sanitation
ECS has been providing prompt and dependable service to the residents of East Central Minnesota since 1969. Customers can expect reasonable rates and great service from East Central Sanitation & Recycling. With a wide variety of containers and pick up areas we can provide service for almost every type of disposal and recycling need.
Majestic Oaks Golf Club
Majestic Oaks Golf Club is one of the Twin Cities’ premier golf clubs and special event facilities. Entrust us with the details of your special event while enjoying gorgeous surroundings and fabulous service. Whether we host your next corporate event, golf outing, or the wedding of your dreams, Majestic Oaks Golf Club is your ideal setting. The unsurpassed beauty of our facility and our professional staff’s attention to detail will assure that your special day is both successful and memorable.
Hogtunes
Hogtunes provide audio solutions for the Great American Cruisert! The success of Hogtunes can be summed up pretty simply. "Treat people the way we want to be treated" and "If our customers aren't our best sales people, we're in real trouble" are things commonly heard around the office. May seem basic, but these thoughts along with giving our customers easy to install products that work very well at fair prices have helped get Hogtunes where we are today.