Thank You for the Video. Well done! I grew up in Montana during the Evel Knievel times. So difficult to describe how exciting it was and the impact to the motorcycle world. As kids we would remove our fenders off our Schwinn Stingrays and make our own jumps with planks and concrete blocks. Lots of cuts and bruises no broken bones! Amazing we did not get injured seriously! It was even worse when we got enduro motorcycles. He was a icon and a genius promoter. You and your wife are a lovely couple enjoying your life, thanks for sharing!

@kenlee9444

2 ай бұрын

Thank you very much for sharing and the kind words. Yea, I sure remember those days, watching him or when I wasn’t able to watch, waiting to hear the news of Evel Knievel succeeded in his jump!!! You’re so right, lucky, the injuries were worse for us kids! My younger brother flew over the handle bars once in a jump and only had minor scratches. I once had a sprained ankle, I could not imagine all the broken bones he sustained. He was one of a kind! Thanks again for sharing your thoughts - they are so spot on!!!!

He passed away on my Birthday in 2007, my Son was in Kindergarten and sitting in my Lap watching the News when we got word about him passing away, my Mom came in an heard what happened and asked me if I was ok or not, I was Heartbroken because a Childhood Hero was Gone

@ABM659

Ай бұрын

Thank you very much for sir

My wife and I visited this place last month and truly enjoyed the experience as I was a huge fan of his growing up! They said the museum is moving to Las Vegas in November.

@ABM659

8 күн бұрын

Yea, I heard something similar. In a way its a little sad it is moving to Vegas. it is nice that small cities/towns have larger than life pieces of history, such as this museum. It was a fun visit and the staff were terrific. I am sure Vegas will make it "bigger" in every way - but not sure that will mean it will be better. I'll have to make a trip there and see once it is up and running. Thank you for your comments sir - have a terrific weekend!

@shanewilliams1216

8 күн бұрын

@@ABM659 The wife and I live just outside Wichita Ks and we do weekend and day trips around our state and we are going to go see the MidWest Dream Car Collection in Manhattan Ks , and also visit the Belleville Midget Sprint car museum, as I had a hand in helping restore the Nance all Titanium sprint car they have on display there .

I enjoyed your narrative style. Thanks for sharing!

@kenlee9444

2 ай бұрын

Thank you very much sir for the complimentary comments. I realize I’m not great at it, but I do enjoy making these videos And I’m very glad you enjoyed it and left a comment. Enjoy the ride!!!

Incredible. I have to visit. I have a huge collection of Evel Toys and figures from the 70’s to current. Been collecting about 25 yrs off and on.

@ABM659

2 ай бұрын

That is awesome! My little video does not do it justice...brought back so many memories. Thank you for commenting about your collection - sounds very impressive! I think you'd really enjoy it!!!

Evel was a true American legend and an icon,that man lived one hell of a life that was for sure .. Evel literally was Elvis on 2 wheels .. although i admire him for his skill & showmanship, I've read & seen lots of stuff regarding his personal life that makes me not like that side of him .. back then though it was a different time .. we had Eddie Kidd here in the UK .. these guys were superstars back then

@ABM659

4 күн бұрын

Thank you for your comments - I completely agree with your assessment. He is. man on one hand, to be admired - he had the old fashion "grit" but on the other hand, he was not always a good husband, etc. On one hand, he could be generous - especially to kids, and on the other hand, self centered and obstinate. I have heard - that his last few years, he was a much better man - I hope so. Thank you again, I think you nailed his life and how one can be found of him and his accomplishments and on the other hand, not try to live their personal life like him. I'll look up about Eddie Kidd - sounds fascinating. I did not know the UK had a version of Evel. So cool! I learn something new and humbled daily. Thank you!

I live right here, near, Robbie Knievel. Yep, he's still here. I live at the foot of Mt.Olympus.

@ABM659

Ай бұрын

Lol...Thanks for commenting!

@kaysharask8605

Ай бұрын

Uhh, he died in January of 2023..

@canigetachannel

Ай бұрын

@@kaysharask8605 I didn't know that, thank you.

Why is the museum located in Kansas ? He was from Montana !

@ABM659

Ай бұрын

Because of his connection to Joie Chitwood, the person who inspired him to be a daredevil. Thanks for asking! Have a super day!

@NickManCuso59

Ай бұрын

@@ABM659 Watching from Montana , Thx !

WTH is it in Kansas? Makes no sense.

@ABM659

20 күн бұрын

Because of his connection to Joie Chitwood, the person who inspired him to be a daredevil. Thanks for asking! Have a super day!

@camerongrubert9073

7 күн бұрын

Also because 2 of the 3 original Co-Founders live(d) there and 1 of them being the owner of Historic Harley-Davidson of Topeka. Plus, several of Evel's crew live in the general area. This said, after 7 years, it is moving to Vegas in 2025. Last day in Topeka is November 2nd 2024

@ABM659

7 күн бұрын

@@camerongrubert9073 Thank you very much for the additional information. It helps put it more in context...have a super weekend!

What a boring video, Evel was great so quit making it about you and the sound of you voice

@ABM659

8 күн бұрын

It sure isn't about the sound of my voice, if you notice, most of my videos over the years, I don't even talk. Not sure where in the video I made it about me, after all, I show his history and his abilities, not mine. Most of the video I am not even speaking - and at the end I show my stupid mistakes with my voice. You made an assumption - and a non-sequitur. You have a good day just the same and if you take the time to make an Evel video, I'll be sure to watch.