In Memory of Dave Chase

(1962-2009) Making the World Smile

So Many Great Memories - Marcia Hamel

28/12/09 21:24

To All of Dave Chase's family, friends and girlfriend, As many of you know Dave was one of Dan's best friends... Read More...

Engine rebuild - Kenny Hayden

28/12/09 18:10

In 1993, I rode the Sierra Safari put on by Dick Allen from June Mountain CA to Hawthorne NV and back.... Read More...

Sharing Good Times with Dave Chase - Chris Real

28/12/09 18:03

We all know that Dave did many things in his professional life. His dedication, work ethic, integrity and mechanical talents are internationally recognized...
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Where Does One Begin - Sharon (Zollinger) Smith

28/12/09 18:02

Where do I begin to express the saddness of this loss for Dave's friends and family... Read More...

Boreggo Pre-Running With Danny Hamel - David Bombard

23/12/09 11:17

Dave and I met through one of the greatest era's of Team Green. For those of you that were a part of the 90's Baja pre-running and winning hands down; every race below the border know exactly what I mean. Dave was an inspiration and a great friend during the short time I was able to work with him. There will only be a few that remember this story, and those of you that are celebrating Dave's life today will have to seek out the few that were at the Boreggo pit during pre-running to explain how Dave was the first to label a "firehose" a "gardenhose". I will surely miss Dave Chase as I do Danny Hamel. I am looking forward to the day when I meet with Dave and Danny in Heaven and share old stories. Read More...

My first offroad hero... - Hans Giese

23/12/09 11:16

It is with such sadness that I write this farewell.The memories we leave behind,and perhaps the direction we give to lives unknowingly, just by being ourselves,is to me the mark of a life well lived Read More...

One of the many life lessons Dave taught me!! - Christine Ogren-Debrick

10/12/09 10:50

A memory of Dave (with a huge smile on my face); Dave did so much for me and my family in regards to racing that it’s hard to share just one memory.... Read More...

Tecate Enduro - Tony Megla

07/12/09 18:12

I have fond memories of racing with Dave in D37 in the early '80's. Dave helped me out at the Tecate 250 Enduro in 1986 when I broke my foot very badly and I was rolling around on the ground in agony when Dave stopped to help me. He stayed with me for a long time and helped me get back on my bike. He rode behind me all the way (30 miles) to the finish just to make sure I made it back safely. I have never forgotten his generosity sacrificing his race to help me. I will miss seeing him.

Very Helpful - Scott Burch

03/12/09 14:53

I met Dave nearly 20 years ago thru my friends Richard, Ricky and Jessica Jackson. The running joke between Dave and I was "Burch, am I going to have to jet your bike again at Mammoth...or, are you finally going to show up ready to race" ?? ...I never showed up ready to race...didn't have to, always had Dave ready to "sneak" away from the factory guys to help me get my bike dialed in for the first novice practice ! Helluva a nice guy....and will be missed by many.

Dave- Cleyon and Sharon Loonsfoot

29/11/09 10:30

Very sad to hear about Dave...We have known Dave for such a long time. He was one of our many adopted kids from the desert. He was always smiling, always willing to help and knew alot about bikes. We will miss him and his joking ways. Condolences to all his family and friends.. Cleyon and Sharon Loonsfoot

Dave - Brian Salley

29/11/09 10:29

Dave was my hero! I met him thru good friend Tim Morton. Dave used to build Tim's CR 250 motors. My girlfriend (now wife!) would deliver and pick up Tim's motors as she worked near Dave's shop, DC Concepts. I've all ways liked the mechanics of motorcycles more that the riders. I felt honored to know him. When we went to SuperCross or the Glen Helen National, we all ways looked for Dave.Helluva nice guy, Helluva mechanic!

Dave - Steve Zollinger

23/11/09 09:51

I was saddened to hear about Daves failing health and eventuall loss of life... Read More...

Competition and respect between friends - Dave Bombard

18/11/09 15:09

I wish I could be there to celebrate the life of a friend. Dave and I had an unusual relationship by means of both of us respected each other dearly. We were both competetive because we wanted each others race bikes to beat the other on race day; even though we were on the same team.... Read More...

DC - Memories - David Pyle

18/11/09 14:12

I had the pleasure of knowing Dave for 20 years, pretty sure we met the first time at the 1989 Virginia City GP. Over the years we would see each other often at the National H&H's or in Mexico at the SCORE races when I was a Team Green Tech & Dave was a KTM Tech.... Read More...

Desert Racer gone too soon - Michelle

16/11/09 20:33

What makes a desert racer? Is it the moment you pull up to the desert, waiting for the sun to rise so you can gear up and ride,or is it the moments you spend with your weekend family - bench racing/racing, talking about the whoops and course, figuring out what sections you can do without (cmon you have all done it) or is it the friends/family you make every weekend,year after year, do or die you will be there seeing their friendly faces? ... Read More...

Liz Scott - Old Photos

16/11/09 18:12

I'd like to say how sorry I am for Dave's family & his many friends. I have not seen him in years but he will always be in my heart. Dave was a part of our desert family early on, we will never forget him.

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16/11/09 17:59

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