US GP: Ducati Island preview

DUCATI ISLAND INVADES THE RED BULL UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX

Cupertino, Calif (19 July, 2010) -- For the fourteenth consecutive year, Ducati Island will return to Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca and its annual motorcycle festivities.

Located in the lagoon between turns two and three, Ducati Island is open to all motorcycle enthusiasts. On the Island Ducatisti and race fans will experience special exhibits, partner vendors, autograph sessions, the legendary Ducati Fashion Show, Ducati Museum and much more. Ducati owners who display their current Ducati registration or proof of insurance and photo ID will receive extra benefits such as Ducati parking, gear check and hospitality.

ATTRACTIONS AND EVENTS INCLUDE:

Ducati Museum:
The Ducati Museum tells the story of Ducati's off-road past starting with the 1967 100cc Mountaineer up to today's modern Multistrada 1200 S Sport that took the recent win at the Pikes Peak Hill Climb.

Make A Wish Silent Auction:
A silent auction will be held on Ducati Island to benefit the Make A Wish Foundation. Auction items will include:
Contour HD Helmet Cameras
Gibson Les Paul Guitar
Ducati Metal Garage Signs

Spider Grips Autographed by Greg Tracy- 2010 Pikes Peak Winning Rider
Various signed Ducati MotoGP memorabilia

Ducati Performance Experience
Ducati Performance experience is a display of everything performance and customization, from custom bikes to the Monster Art body panels.

Autograph Signing
Ducati riders will get together for numerous Island autograph sessions; including Nicky Hayden, Casey Stoner, Larry Pegram, Steve Rapp, Bobby Fong and Michael Beck.

Ducati Apparel and Accessories Store
The latest in Ducati fashion will be available for purchase on Ducati Island- including the new team replica gear.

Partner Displays
A variety of Ducati's friends and partners will be on hand displaying exceptional Ducati related goods, including Foremost Insurance, NCR, VHOLDR and more.

Ducati Island Food and Beverages
A selection of Italian menu items will be available

Entertainment Zone
Fun activities such as a daily foosball tournament will take place in the hospitality area.

New Ducati Models
See the hottest new Ducati models, including the new Multistrada 1200 S and Monster 796.

FOR DUCATI OWNERS ONLY:

Ducati-Only Motorcycle Parking

Gear Check
Ducati Owner Hospitality Tent

-source: ducati