American Honda announced yesterday that the 2009 Honda Hoot is cancelled due to "economic uncertainty". The Hoot's website implies that the decision is permanent, which would bring to a close 15 years of what has been one of the most largest rallies in North America. Almost a quarter of a million motorcyclists have attended the Honda Hoot, which was born in the hills of Asheville, North Carolina and eventually moved to Knoxville, Tennessee. Better check your tour calendar and find another rally in late June, or perhaps stay an extra week following Americade.