Cliff Talley's take on how to get down this 4th of July weekend
July 3, 2009, 11:46 PM
By: Cliff Talley
What's up motoheads! Here we are on the eve of one of the year's most observed holidays, the 4th of July! No matter where you are in the US you can surely find a group of people to hang out with and have a good time. So, in honor of the holiday, I decided to hook you up with a few of my personal 4th of July do's and don'ts. Follow at your own risk.
Nick Papageorgio
America, Eff-yeah!!!
Do: Get festive. It's okay to be proud of your country!
Don't: Show up to any parties wearing stars and stripes, as this will surely kill your game with the opposite sex. Unless you are rockin' a star spangled g string, of course...
Do: Man up for the BBQ. 4th of July only comes once a year, so don't be scared to get some quality meat products... or veggie and soy products for all you vegans out there.
Don't: Show up to your friend's house with an 8 pack of discount hot dogs. Trust me, they'll surely know you paid $1.50 for them, so spend the extra $4.00 and get the Nathan's.
Nick Papageorgio
This is not the most effective technique while getting busy with explosives...
Do: Hook up with someone! Pull your best pimp move on the hot chick (or dude) standing next to you during the fireworks show.
Don't: Drink too much booze and attempt to hook up. You could be suffering a serious case of beer goggles and we all know what happens when the goggs are in full effect.
Do: Light some fireworks! Everybody loves sparks, flames and explosions.
Don't: Start any fires or blow your fingers off. Handling fireworks when under the influence could end up pretty disastrous...
Although my list is short, these are tried and true by yours truly. Whether you're heading out to your nearest sand dune patch, local desert, or you're just spending time with your friends and family, be sure to have fun. Have a killer 4th of July weekend and be sure to check back with us next week to catch up on everything FMX. After we arise from the booze-infused weekend, of course...
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