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Motorcycle Hall of Famer Bud Ekins Dies

Posted on October 12, 2007 by Tom Parker

Last Saturday the man responsible for the most famous motorcycle stunt in movie history died. Bud Ekins was an off-road racer turned Hollywood stuntman who doubled for Steve McQueen in the climactic motorcycle jump in “The Great Escape.” Ekins was … Continue reading →

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It's Not Just You They're After

Posted on September 21, 2007 by Tom Parker

Some days, after half a dozen close calls with distracted auto drivers, it can feel like the world’s out to get you. But really, it’s not just you. According to the San Jose Mercury News, they’ll even run down George … Continue reading →

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