Just got a phone call from the Prez who told me he heard (on Dave Despain's show) that Bud Ekins had passed away. I googled it and can't find any confirmation in print yet, but if it happened today it won't be on Cyclenews, etc til morning.
If true, we've lost another true motorcycle legend and ISDT pioneer. I'm sure Mr. Penton can fill us in on plenty more details of Bud's Six Days exploits. Please keep Bud's brother, Dave (also an ISDT vet) and family in your prayers.
Jeff DeBell
I did get confirmation that Bud Ekins has passed away. While doing a google search for more information, I was totally amazed at how many movies that Bud had either been in or was involved in the stunt work. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bud_Ekins
We lost a Great One.
Paul
Gods Speed, Bud.
Dwight
Dwight Rudder
7 time ISDT / E medalist
8 time National Enduro Class Champion.
Here is a link to the Cyclenews write up on the passing of Bud Ekins.
Paul
http://www.cyclenews.com/ShowStory.asp?HeadlineID=11475
He was one of Steve McQueen's best friends (maybe one of his only true friends.
lks
Quotequote:Originally posted by Jeff D
Just got a phone call from the Prez who told me he heard (on Dave Despain's show) that Bud Ekins had passed away. I googled it and can't find any confirmation in print yet, but if it happened today it won't be on Cyclenews, etc til morning.
If true, we've lost another true motorcycle legend and ISDT pioneer. I'm sure Mr. Penton can fill us in on plenty more details of Bud's Six Days exploits. Please keep Bud's brother, Dave (also an ISDT vet) and family in your prayers.
Jeff DeBell
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