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Double K Productions Newsletter Sept 15th, 2009 |
Hello Hot Rodders!
After eleven shows, in 7 cities, the Hooters Cup Series IX has finally concluded. This year's HCS has set attendance records and the series continues to bring out some of the best rides Chicago has to offer. The Grand Champion Show was held this past weekend and returned to the Hooters of Downers Grove. The place was jamming with cars wrapped around the building as the two new Grand Champions were awarded.
Kevin Flonder, pictured here with his family is from New Lenox. He and his father designed and built the 1956 Chevy Custom El Camino out of their shop, with the help of their loyal staff at the Bump & Grind Auto Body in Homer Glen. The Hooters Cup Series VIII first saw this beauty at the Grand Champion Show in Orland Park last year. The Custom El Camino took Best of Show that day and Kevin's Dad had a great time and all truly enjoyed themselves. Unfortunately, Kevin's father passed last Thanksgiving. Kevin, family, and crew decided to dedicate the year and attempt to earn the title of Hooters Cup Grand Champion. They were not only successful in earning the title but also shared a lot of time with each other along the way. Congratulations Kevin !
Ray Jacobson of Plainfield rolled into the first show of the HCS IX at the Hooters of Joliet in mid May and never looked back. He took home the Best of Show award that day  and many more to come as well. In fact, Ray and his 2006 Custom Pro Street Chopper was the winner of 6 consecutive Hooter shows. It is indeed a work of art, a thing or bike of beauty. Pictured around the Bike, is Kevin and his family, all who have attended a quite of few shows this summer, traveling throughout the Chicagoland area.
Job well done by each of you!
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NEW CRUISE SPOT on Monday Nights!
 Route 66 Diner
& Tavern / St. Charles The first of three Cruise Nights was held last night at the new Rt 66 Diner & Tavern in St. Charles. A total of 52 Cars & 1 Bike was in attendance at the inaugural Cruise night. There are two more Cruise nights scheculed, 9/21 & 9/28. Located across from the Charlestown Mall, South of North Ave in the former Bennigans. You can get there by turning south off North Ave at the #4 Entrance to the mall.  All Cruisers will be offered a 15% discount off menu pricing and another nice touch are the Car Hops! Yes...they offer Car Hop Service. Remember, we only have two more Cruise Nights, on Monday, Sept 21st & Sept 28th. Rt.66 Diner Cruise Night flyer |
 Sat, 9/19
Cadillac / LaSalle Show
at Oak Brook Promenade
All things Caddy this Saturday at the Oak Brook Promenade! If you have a Cadillac and/or know of a buddy who does, this is the time to shine it up and drive it over. This is an all Cadillac/LaSalle show and it's being offered as a NO FEE event. There will over 30 awards including largest club participation and Best in Show! Oak Brooke Promenade is located at 3041 Butterfield @ Meyers Rd. (SW corner) Cadillac / LaSalle Show flyer
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Add this one to your calendar!
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Sept 26th, Fall Poker Rod Run & Cruise Night
Wow,
is all I can say! Double K has a nice Poker Rod Run and Cruise Night
scheduled for you on Sept 26th. We will start & stop the 72 mile
run from Freedom Commons of Naperville and along the way, there will be
scheduled stops at three Restoration Shops and also the Historic Museum
and Route 66 Welcome Center in Joliet. As if this is not enough, upon
our return to Freedom Commons for the Cruise Night, we will be greeted
with Two Bands playing 50's, 60's, and 70's live music, Eight
restaurants will be particpating in the Taste of Freedom Commons, a
Monster Truck Jump for the kids, and finally FIREWORKS at 9pm. This
will be a very nice event for everyone, friends, family, clubs, etc.
...the best news, there is NO FEE ! Registration begins at 11am-Noon or
you can join the Rod Run at any point along the way. The scheduled
stops are as follows;
1. Start at Freedom Commons off I-88
2. Homer Glen, Bump & Grind Auto Body
3. Joliet, Historic Museum/Rt 66 Welcome Center
4. Plainfield, Midwest Hot Rods
5. Oswego, Modern Muscle... Then return to Freedom Commons for a great Cruise Night full of fun & festivities! Double K's Fall Rod Run & Cruise Night flyer |
Great Downtown Show coming up quickly!
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 Announcing...on 9/27, Sun, the 2nd Annual Downtown Palatine Car & Bike Show show flyer
Zimmer Hardware once again hosts another great show. Palatine comes alive as four streets are blocked off so you can comfortably park throughout the streets of this beautiful Downtown Village. Enjoy the many shops, restaurants and take in all the festivities. There will be a 50/50 Split the Pot, a great "Poker Walk" to the merchants throughout the show parking. Several restaurants were set up tents/booths to serve lunch and even some cold ones!  Entrance to the show will be via N. Brockway & Palatine Rd. We encourage those that wish to park together to arrive together. Registration begins at 9am and will end at Noon. Dash Plaques will be issued to the first 100 entries and the Double K Top 40 Trophies will be in play! Classic, Antique, Custom, Muscle, Exotics and Bikes too! Clubs are welcome,
Tell a friend, Bring a Friend!
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| This week's Cruise Nights!
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September Cruising!
9/15, Tues, West Chicago, Agustinos' Rock n Roll Deli
VW Night
9/16, Wed, Naperville, Braconis' -
Car Hop Service & Dinner Discounts
Truck Night
9/17, Thurs, Carol Stream, Augustinos' Rock n Deli -
70's Night
9/18, Fri, South Elgin, McDonalds - Dash Plaques
Last Night!
9/19, Sat. Naperville, Freedom Commons
9/21, Mon, St Charles, Route 66 Diner
Dinner Discounts & Car Hops!
9/22 Tues, West Chicago, Augustinos' Rock n Roll Deli
VW Night |
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In closing, we appreciate the enthusiasm you exhibit with your Car/Bike. We understand the time, energy and money you invest as well. It is our hope that we can live up to the same standards when you visit our shows and cruises. We also recognize you have a choice on what show to attend. It is our hope that you can pick out a show, two or three, and come see us. But wherever you go, be safe, and enjoy the ride!
Happy Trails,
Kerry & Lavine
Double K Productions
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