"World's Fastest Drag Bike"
In Memory of Elmer Trett

Description: Elmer Trett sets the world record for drag bikes on September 11, 1994, when his fuel burning "Mountain Magic" runs 234 MPH.

Artist's notes:  This was another one from the heart. Although I had never met Elmer before doing the painting, I was a huge fan and admirer of the soft-spoken man and his awesome machines.  When he ran the big number at Atco, I had to paint it.  I loved putting the flames up behind the seat, but the thing that makes the painting was not planned.  I had originally figured to just show a dark shield on his helmet, but after seeing some daytime shots where his face could be seen, I decided to use some "artistic license" and show his face in the night shot.  After completing the painting, I finally did speak to Elmer on the phone and he lived up to all of my expectations.  The original is now with his daughter Gina. 

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