26th Annual - Dempsey / Gray Memorial Ride
WHAT: 26th Annual Dempsey / Gray Memorial Ride benefitting the City of Hope Cancer Research Fund of Southern California.
WHEN: Thurs May 16th to Sat May 18th. To enjoy perfect spring riding weather and the best that Baja has to offer.
WHERE: Ensenada, Baja California.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Las Palmas Hotel, Ensenada, MX. Room block dates: Thurs 5/16-
Sat 5/18
Hotel booking info: Phone: 011-52-646-177-1701 / Fax 011-52-646-176-0985
E-mail: paraiso@prodigy.net.mx.
NOTE: Our room block & reduced rates will only be held until 5/01/25
RIDE INFO: The Annual Dempsey / Gray Memorial Ride starts and ends in Ensenada, with added super fun changes this year. Spread the word and let’s have our biggest ride yet! All proceeds of your entry fee and raffle proceeds are donated (to the City of Hope Cancer Research Fund, established by our late friends Gene Dempsey and Ron Gray. All funds donated are matched by a 3M grant program which is all donated to the City of Hope Cancer Research Fund http://www.cityofhope.org/home. Last year we raffled, auctioned, and gave away over $10,000 IN PRIZES. Through the years, the ride has donated over $330,000 to this very important life-saving organization. Our goal is to meet or exceed previous year's donations - please invite friends, let’s make it happen!!
ITINERARY: Thursday 5/16 - 4 pm - 7 pm: Rider check-in, Las Palmas Hotel, Ensenada
Friday 5/17 - 8 am - Start in Ensenada: Depart and Ride / Drive from Las Palmas Hotel to Acambaro for quick Breakfast. Then Ride to San Quintin to Ole Mill Hotel.
Saturday 5/18 - 7 am: Depart from Ole Mill Hotel and ride to Acambaro for late Lunch then return to Las Palmas
INCLUSIONS: Snacks & refreshments @ gas stops, basic pit support, and fuel transportation during the ride. Includes ride T-shirt, City of Hope swag, O’Neal Bag.
EXCLUSIONS: Entry does not include hotel room(s) in Ensenada.
RIDE COST: $400 per rider must be paid by 5/1/25
After 5/1/23: $550.00 cash at event - no room guaranty
20- RIDER LIMIT, SIGN UP ASAP
REGISTRATION/ PAYMENT:
ONLINE / PAYPAL: For those of you already using PayPal, log in at www.paypal.com, click "send" at the top, click "Friends and Family," enter this e-mail address:chuckdempsey50@gmail.com, enter the amount of $400 and in the "notes" section, enter "Dempsey Gray" and click "send." If you don't have a PayPal account, click this link: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=MVJNSCY5XCHZU. Complete the registration page.
BY CHECK: Payable to Chuck Dempsey 13312 Ranchero RD. Oakhills,Ca 92344 along with the completed registration form.
WHAT TO BRING:
Bike: Well-maintained 4-stroke motorcycle, preferred, with headlight.
Tubes: Install heavy-duty tubes with stop leak, bring spares.
Tires: Install new heavy-duty tires.
Tools: Bring tools, cash, and snacks in fanny pack or backpack for trail-side repairs.
Gas Tank: Large gas tank with minimum 75-mile range. BRING 5- Gallon Gas Can(fill in MX).
Hydration: Bring large Camel Back style system.
Sprockets: We recommend fresh sprockets geared up one tooth in front.
Chain: We recommend a fresh O-ring chain.
Personal: Passport /drivers license/ID, bike/truck original registration and Mexican insurance.
Insurance: If you would prefer to obtain insurance prior to entering Mexico we use Instant Mexican Auto Insurance, to book your insurance, call: 800-345-4701 or 619-428-4714 / Ask for: Adriana or Janice during the day 7am to 3pm. Remember, proof of value may be asked if a policy is needed to be paid out so it’s in your own best interest to price your vehicles value as close to its actual value as possible.
WHAT NOT TO BRING: Do not bring drugs, ammo, or fire arms!!!!!
SPONSORSHIP: We are actively seeking sponsors to donate to our raffle and auction. Keep in mind that this is a charity event for City of Hope, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Your contributions are tax deductible. Please contact us if you’re able to help in any way. Also, a huge THANK YOU!!! & shout out to our past & present sponsors!! Please see Sponsorship Opportunity’s below for available sponsorship packages.
Dempsey/Gray Memorial Ride Sponsorship Opportunities
Platinum: $5,000. Includes (5) ride entries, (15) T-shirts, (25) raffle tickets for exclusive sponsor drawing, sponsorship plaque, and recognition at the Banquet dinner. T-shirt logo (Large).
Gold: $2,500. Includes (2) ride entries, (10) T-shirts, 5 raffle tickets for exclusive sponsor drawing, sponsorship plaque, and recognition at the Banquet dinner. T-shirt logo (med).
Silver: $1,500. Includes (5) T- shirts (5) raffle tickets to exclusive sponsor drawing, sponsorship plaque, and recognition at the Banquet dinner. T-shirt logo (small).
Bronze: $500. Includes (2) T-shirts, (2) raffle tickets to exclusive sponsor drawing, sponsorship plaque, and recognition at the Banquet dinner, T-shirt logo (extra small).
Copper: $100. Includes (1) T-shirt, (1) raffle ticket to exclusive sponsor drawing and recognition
at the Banquet dinner.
26TH ANNUAL DEMPSEY / GRAY MEMORIAL RIDE
2025 OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM
Please print legibly & fill out as completely as possible
Rider name: ______________________________________________________________________
Address: _________________________________________________________________________
Street
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
City State Zip Code
Phone #______________________________________ ____________________________________
Home Cell #
E-mail: _____________________________________________________ T-shirt size: _________
Medical Insurance: _______________________________________________________________
Provider Phone # Policy #
Emergency contact: _______________________________________________________________
Name Phone # Cell #
Riders you came with: _____________________________________________________________
Entrant Release & Assumption of Risk Agreement:
Entrant acknowledges the substantial risk of injury to person and property resulting from participation in motorcycling events, and further acknowledges that such injury and damage can be caused by the negligent acts and omissions of persons and organizations connected with the conduct of such events. ENTRANT HEREBY ASSUMES ALL RISK OF INJURY OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM PARTICIPATION IN THIS MOTORCYCLING EVENT and releases organizers, officials, fellow participants, landowners, and those acting in their support or on their behalf from any and all liability arising by a negligent act or omission or otherwise resulting in personal injury or property damage to participant, participant’s property, or participant’s family. Entrant has medical insurance which will pay for any medical expenses arising from injuries suffered in this event. Entrant will not seek payment or reimbursement for expenses incurred for medical services and treatment resulting from injuries suffered in this event from any of the persons or organizations listed above.
I HAVE READ THIS AGREEMENT AND UNDERSTAND ITS TERMS.
Rider signature: ___________________________________________________ Date ______________
RIDE CONTACTS:
Chuck Dempsey (909) 331-5626 chuckdempsey50@gmail.com
Jim O'Neal (818) 665-9522 joneal@onealusa.com