Local Business To Change

Local Business To Change

A local business announced plans this week to change from their old format of selling Swarovski crystal refrigerator magnets, into a Harley Davidson motorcycle dealership. The owner noticed the vast number of motorcycle riding enthusiasts that visit Julian and figured there would be a pretty good demand for a dealer in Julian. “It will give the riders somewhere to go and something to do,” the owner stated. “Plus we predict that most car owners won’t be able to afford the gas it takes to get here. We envision riders coming here for a week every year in a west coast version of the assemblage that takes place in Sturgis, South Dakota for thousands of riders. It’s wonderful. There’s motorcycles everywhere and a lot of good camaraderie. It would be great boost for all the businesses in Julian and help keep the sheriff busy. No permits or approvals would be required, because the word will just be out and it wouldn’t be an organized event or sponsored by our shop in any way- the riders would just show up.” The first annual “Mayor’s Ride” will have to be postponed until the charges from his indictment are settled. Imagine seeing some of the residents you know and would least expect, riding around in leathers on their hog they purchased right here in Julian.

©2008 Eric Stamets