Stewart Garrison from Arlington, TX has had a passion for motorcycles since childhood. Stewart owns and operates a landscape construction company which has created fabulous projects all over the Dallas/Fort Worth TX metroplex. He bought his first Norton in 1973 and his first Triumph in 1975. Over the past 30 years he has spent all his spare time collecting, building, restoring and riding all types of European road bikes. His projects include Norton’s, Triumphs, Ariel, Matchless, AJS, Vincent, Brough Superior, Royal Enfield, Indian’s and Ducati’s. Stewart has also built numerous custom sport bikes and has won awards and accolades coast to coast for his creative work. He has a reputation for producing high quality projects and he is always in a hurry. Stewart rode in the 2019 Chase and fell in love with Cross Country Riding. He is joining Team Norton for the 2020 Cannonball on a 1924 Norton.

Chris Parry was born in Northern Rhodesia, which, shortly thereafter, gained its independence from Britain and became Zambia. He believes these two events may or may not be linked. His childhood automotive memories are inextricably linked with Land Rovers and step-through Hondas. After his family moved back to the UK, Chris bought a Yamaha FS1E 50cc moped at 16 and was promptly knocked off by a banker in a white Jaguar. But the stage was already set for an abiding interest in all things two wheeled. Bankers… not so much.
After moving to Texas, Chris joined the North Texas Norton Owners Association (NTNOA) – a club dedicated to the preservation and use of British and European classic and vintage motorcycles. Chris has served as the club’s Vice-President and President. He acquired a 1979 Bonneville and a 1978 step-through Honda. He also owns a couple of modern sport bikes.
Chris enjoys track days, and especially road trips around the US with his wife Monica, and his mates in the NTNOA – including Richard Asprey. Chris sees the opportunity to participate in the Motorcycle Cannonball as a Team Norton rider to be both hugely exciting and a bit unnerving. Either way, it will be a big one off his bucket list.
If you need to contact Chris, you can send him an email: Chris@ntnoa.org

A Sears 5HP mini bike at age 7 inspired Keith Martin’s lifelong love of motorcycles. He’s never been without one since. The owner of Big D Cycle in Dallas, Texas, says that he feels lucky to have been involved in the motorcycle business for 30 years as a dealer, racer, mechanic and restorer.
In 1987 Keith went to work for AMA hall-of-famer and renowned Triumph tuner, Jack Wilson. Working for Wilson, Keith learned to do the very best job he could on every bike he worked on.
Martin has participated in nearly every form of motorcycle competition including road racing, drag racing, land speed racing at Bonneville, and the Pike’s Peak Hill Climb. He is excited to ride in his first Motorcycle Cannonball. However, Keith is no stranger to the race.
For 2016 Cannonball Century Race Keith prepared Richard Asprey’s 1915 Norton Model 16TT. Then he went along on the race as Richard’s crew chief. Martin says, “My first Cannonball was one of the best events I have ever been involved with. To be surrounded by real motorcycle people 24/7 for 16 days was truly magnificent. He’s preparing three flat tank Nortons for 2018, and he’ll be riding one of them as part of Team Norton.
Keith gives credit for the success and fun he’s enjoyed in his motorcycle adventures to his wife Alyssa. He says, “Without her I couldn’t do what I do.” Keith is looking forward to seeing his new friends again in 2018, and meeting more real motorcycle people.
If you need to contact Keith, you can send him an email: Keith@ntnoa.org

As a kid, I always loved figuring out how things worked. I would take anything electrical or mechanical apart to try to fix it or repurpose the components. At 9 years old, my parents bought me my first mini bike for Christmas, which I nicknamed my Harley. When I was 11, I remember shopping with my Mom at a local department store. That day, she bought me my very first Harley t-shirt & I was so proud to wear it. I spent most of my youth riding around on the trails in the backwoods of Shawano, Wisconsin where I grew up. By 14, I had acquired a fleet of 7 different bikes that I paid for by washing dishes at a local restaurant.

Growing up, I was far from a model student & preferred being in the garage to being in school.  In 1989, at 15 years old, the school guidance counselor offered me an opportunity to earn school credits working at the local Harley shop, Doc’s Harley-Davidson. After a few weeks on the job, Steve “Doc” Hopkins offered me the opportunity to work not just for school credit, but for a wage as well. It was a dream come true to be paid to immerse myself in my passion of working on not just any motorcycles, but Harley-Davidson motorcycles. At 16, I built my first Harley, an Ironhead Sportster, from used parts I bought from Doc. One of the major turning points in my youth was Doc giving me the opportunity to attend Harley school in Milwaukee at 16 years old. It was the first time in my life that I enjoyed attending school.

In 1998, Doc’s daughter Kersten & I started dating. I knew dating the bosses daughter had it’s risks, but I couldn’t imagine a more perfect match of a person to share my life with. We were married in 2004 & have 3 boys, Ethan (11), Aksel (8), & Aidan (3). Our shared history & deep understanding of each other makes us a great team in balancing the co-managing of Doc’s Harley-Davidson & our home life.

I had my first experience with the Cannonball in 2016 when Kersten & I helped crew for Doc & Dawn. In 2018, I proudly supported Kersten (#53) & her Dad (#52) while they both successfully completed the Cannonball with perfect scores. I couldn’t be more excited to ride the 1924 H-D in the 2021 Cannonball. Over the years, Doc has been an inspirational mentor to me. Riding alongside with my wife, Doc & Therese will definitely be an experience of a lifetime.

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Bert Miskell will be riding his 1913 Harley Davidson in his third Motorcycle Cannonball. As a novice antique motorcycle owner and rider in the 2016 Motorcycle Cannonball, he became an obsessed, enthusiast well before the finish line in Carlsbad. When preparing for and riding in 2016, he discovered a community of antique bike enthusiasts across the country from riders and collectors, to vendors and “wrenches”. The adventure, comradery and sheer enjoyment of seeing America up close and personal made running in 2018 an irresistible temptation that continues for the 2021 run.
Bert became a biker after purchasing a 2007 Harley Davidson Dyna. Along the way he purchased a 2000 Indian Chief, a 2007 Harley Road King with a side car (so his two grandsons can ride along) and several other bikes. He had no intention of buying an antique bike until he read an article in American Iron magazine about the Motorcycle Cannonball. Determined to ride in 2016, he found Trista, had her rebuilt and made race ready by Matt Walksler in less than 10 months. Bert started the run with only a few weeks riding experience on the 1915. After a few mistakes, extreme heat, torrential rain and a ride on the “bus of shame”, #119 made an acceptable showing.
Hoping to have the 1913 ready for 2018, Bert scoured the country for necessary parts across the country. Unforeseen events prevented completion of the ’13 so he turned to his 2016 entry, a 1915 Harley J. With minimal preparation, Bert and Trista finished the race missing only 65 miles due to a flat tire. The motor Matt Walksler built for 2016 went coast to coast twice without a hiccup and is still going strong!
Bert is searching the country (and in some cases beyond) to secure a few elusive parts still needed. Jake Reed, crew chief and mechanic on the 2016 Cannonball, is working feverishly to get the bike ready. Our excitement to get back on road grows as we mark off the days until the Cannonball 2021 start.
Team #119 learned a lot in the 2016 and ’18 runs and are chasing the elusive perfect score in 2021. More dedicated to the spirit of the Motorcycle Cannonball, Bert and his support team look forward to renewing friendships and facing the challenges of another epic trip.

Here we go again, this will be my third Cannonball. The Cannonball is a real addiction. It is the hardest thing I ever attempted to do. It is a tremendous amount of work. Even getting prepared for the start is a major accomplishment. Preparation is the key. No amount of preparation can prevent a flat tire, magneto failure, or even bad gas. It is a real test!

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I have spent the last 25 of 68 years as the Harley-Davidson Dealer in Burlington, Iowa.  A good friend of mine a past Dealer who has “gone west” told me in 1994….” Buddy I hope you didn’t get in this business to ride……”
The daily requirements of the care and feeding of a large H-D  community has a way of keeping you out of the saddle.  The 2020 Cannonball will justify some of that lost time!  We were very excited to meet the riders and staff in Anamosa at the National Motorcycle Museum where we had just donated one of our drag bikes, at the 2018 event. I have had the good fortune to have been involved with a number of professional race teams including both motorcycles and race cars and can honestly pass on the wise observation…. “ if you want to make a small fortune in racing, start with a large one….”
I have been involved in aviation since the early 80’s including a 12 year stint with a major US carrier, and currently have the custody of a WWII primary trainer bi-plane.  See you in Michigan in 2020!

I am very excited to be part of the Cannonball. I will be riding my 1924 FD Harley Davidson. I have always had a passion for Harley’s and riding adventures.  Hoping this will be another great trip!

Hello my name is James Maloney, the 2018 Cannonball will be my first Cannonball.  I will be riding a 1928 Indian “Short” Scout.  I live in Upton MA, just west of Boston. I have three adult kids. I have served in the Army/ National Guard for 25 years and am a Firefighter in Watertown MA.

As most of my friends know, I take on crazy challenges. I have run the Boston Marathon Twice (when i had no business running it) to raise money for charity. I Completed Army Airborne and Air Assault School at 39 and 41 respectively. I constantly do crazy fun neat things.

My latest Challenge is riding a 90 year old motorcycle cross country.

I have realized I do these things to keep myself challenged and alive. I am a 3 tour combat vet, I think these events keep me motivated and challenged and keep the demons away that cause some veterans to commit suicide. I don’t have it all figured out, but am in a good place. I want to use this ride as a way to empower other veterans to get out and chase their dreams, get out of the house and take new challenges whatever those are. I do think this one message can help some veterans. If I touch one person or save one life, the sore ass from riding that far will be much more than worth it.

I requested number 122 because every 1 day 22 veterans commit suicide. My mission on this ride is to share my outlook on life, spread a positive message, provide information for available resources and work to eliminate this grim statistic.

I have been interested in motorcycles since I got a 1949 Indian Vertical when I was 16 years old. I love Indians and Triumphs. I guess I just try to be different than the big heard  I have a small fleet of motorcycles, obviously the 1928 Scout, a 1946 Chief, a 1951 Triumph Thunderbird and a 1961 Triumph bobber.

Ever since I was young I could be found riding around in something.  I grew up around motorcycles and it was a bug that I just couldn’t shake.  When I turned 21 I bought my first Harley, a 77 Lowrider, and I still have it tucked away.  Over the years I have bought and sold many bikes but have always been drawn to old bikes.  In 2018 my family watched the Cannonball leave from Portland, Maine and I knew I had to sign up for the Cannonball.