thunder roads virginia magazine - july '09

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Greetings & happy summertime to everyone! This is one of my most favorite months of the entire year – July always seems to crank up the patriotism to its highest levels as we celebrate our nation’s birthday. Each year, as the sun begins to set on the 4th & the distant sounds of booming firecrackers & bottle rockets get louder, I start to feel a lump in my throat begin, in anticipation of the spectacular light shows that will be filling the evening skies. It doesn’t matter whether I’m attending a fireworks display somewhere or just hanging out with friends watching the skies above the rooftops in my neighborhood…fireworks on the 4th gets me choked up & brings tears to my eyes every year. As the fireworks illuminate the skies, it reminds me of some of the words in the Star Spangled Banner….”And the rockets red glare, the bombs bursting in air….” I have never seen any wartime personally nor have I ever been in harm’s way abroad, but for the many brave men & women who have, I salute all of you, who are still here with us today & especially to those who have gone before us. I pray everyday that our country remains indivisible, with liberty & justice for ALL. It may sound really corny to some people, but I’ll never be ashamed to say that I truly am Proud to be an American. I attribute most of my sentimental value of this special month to my military service – what an incredible honor it was to wear the uniform of one of our nation’s armed services. After proudly serving 13 years on active duty in the U.S. Navy, I have grown a deeper love & appreciation for our country & what we stand for. You didn’t have to have served in the military to pick out who are the “true” Americans…you all know who you are. You’re the ones who buy American made products. You’re the business owner who hires American citizens & not illegal immigrants. You’re the ones who call your bank or other business’s CEO’s to complain about having to press 1 for English. You are the biker who wears an American Flag on your vest or flies an American Flag from your bike. You are the single mother who is working full time & going to school part time to be better educated so you don’t have to go on welfare. The list goes on & on. The true Americans…you all know who you are – I salute you too!

Have a great month out there friends. We wish you all peace, love & happiness in your lives. Keep the wind in your face, stay cool & be safe on all your roads!

See you next month!

Kelly

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LETTER FROM THE EDITORCONTENTS

Calendar Of Events............................................4

Proud To Be An American..............................8

Hot Shots..............................................................12

KISS.....................................................................15

Clubs & Organizations..................................23

The Joker’s Wild..............................................28

Biker Friendly Directory..............................32

NCOM News Bytes..........................................36

On Eagle’s Wings.............................................39

Advertisers Index..........................................40

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JULY

Jul 2nd-5th Freedom Bike Fest - Fayetteville, NC Gates open at 10 am on Thursday, July 2nd thru Sunday, July 5th. Freedom Bike Fest has a 25-acre parking lot on site. Parking is FREE. * $10 - 1 Day Rally * $25 - 4 Day Rally. In the event of inclement weather the show will not be interrupted. Tickets are sold on a “rain or shine” basis, and no refunds will be given for delays or cancellations due to bad weather. 3049 Owen Dr., Fayetteville, NC. Call for Vendor and Bike Rally Information: 843-267-3477 http://www.freedombikefest.com/

Jul 4th Gloucester Red Cross – Gloucester, VA Independence Day is a day when we should extend ourselves to help our fellow man. It is no secret that the American Red Cross practices this on a daily basis. The Red Cross is there for us in our time of need without question. But there comes a time when we should be there to help the American Red Cross. It is not common knowledge that the Gloucester Chapter of the American Red Cross is easily one of the neediest chapters in the state of Virginia. While most chapters have numerous sources of income, the Gloucester chapter relies on its community for charity. Due to economical issues, the Gloucester is on the verge of closing its doors. The citizens of Gloucester have benefitted greatly from the goodwill of the Gloucester Red Cross. I am organizing a fund raiser event to help bring much needed revenue and awareness to keep the doors open. The event will be a motorcycle poker run on July 4. The event will begin at the Gloucester Wal Mart and will extend into the country roads of Mathews, Kilmarnock, Saluda, Tappahannock and will end at the gorgeous Beaver Dam Park located on Fary’s Mill Rd in Gloucester. The cost of the event will be $20 per bike and $5 for an extra hand. The cost will include the food and beverages at the end of the ride. Registration will begin at 8:30 at the Gloucester Wal Mart and the last bike should leave out at 10:30. Come enjoy a beautiful country ride and help support a much deserved cause. For more information, you can contact me at [email protected] or (804)815-0558

July 4th Independence Day (Government offices closed Fri 7/3)

Jul 4th Fireworks & MORE!!!! – Staunton, VA Shenandoah Harley-Davidson/Buell, 213 Rolling Thunder Lane, Staunton, VA 24401, 540-213-RIDE. Visit www.shenandoahhd.com for details

July 9th – 11th Delaware/Maryland State HOG Rally – Gaithersburg, MD www.mddestatehogrally.com

July 11th Poker Run for Women Supporting Women – Fruitland, MD This is the 5th annual Breast Cancer Poker Run for Women Supporting Women. It is a 3 hr 80 mile ride through Wicomico, Somerset and Worcester Co. The fee is 20.00 per rider and 10.00 per passenger. Registration time is 9-10:30 with last bike out at 11:00. The ride starts and ends at Redman Tony Tank tribe#149 at 103 Clyde Ave., Fruitland, MD. The date is Sat July 11th. The prizes are 100.00 75.00 and 50.00 dollars. Any questions please call 410 546 7880

July 12th – 14th West Virginia State HOG Rally – Canaan Valley, WV www.wvstatehogrally.com

July 15th Ride To Work Day www.ridetowork.org (Since 1991)

Jul 17th - 19th Carlisle Bike Fest – Carlisle, PA Adult Admission: Fri.- Sun. $8 /3-day Pass $15, Child Admission: under 12- FREE, Family Friendly Event, Motorcycles Park Free on Grounds, 1000 Bryn Mawr Road, Carlisle, PA 17013. 717-243-7855. The Carlisle Bike Fest has been crafted with all motorcyclists in mind. This weekend-long event draws from the V-twin, chopper, foreign, domestic and custom markets. The entertainment, vendors and activities draw thousands of bikers to the Fairgrounds for this show. Highlights: Manufacturers Midway featuring Kuryakin and Demo Rides from Yamaha and Kawasaki. Garage-Girls Ultimate Biker Makeover, Biker Billy, “Harley” the dog and much more! Bands on Stage All-Weekend, Stunt shows, Rat Rod Revival, and Carlisle Fighter Fest Motorcycle Giveaways. www.carlisleevents.com

Jul 18th 2nd Annual Weekend Blast - Dirt Drags @ Slade’s Park - Surry, VA July 18th & 19th. Live Band Saturday. Saturday ATVs ONLY. Sunday MOTORCYCLES ONLY. Double Elimination all weekend. Gates open 9 a.m. Admission $15, kids under 10 not racing are FREE. Free vendor setup - please call 1st. Trophies & Cash-All Classes. Top Fuel at it’s Best-Pro Gas/Dirt Bikes. No Colors - No Glass - No Dogs!!! For info call Joe Brookman (804)221-3959.

Jul 18thRun For Fun - Chesapeake/Virginia Beach, VAMotorcycle Run. Cost $15 per driver, $5 per passenger. Additional hands $10 each. 2 to 4 wheeled vehicles welcomed! Registration 8:30am - 10:30am Khedive Temple, 645 Woodlake Dr., Chesapeake, VA. 23320, Breakfast sandwiches & coffee available. Last bike out at 10:30am. Ends at AJ Gator’s (Fairfield Shopping Plaza - Va Beach). Games, 50/50, Awards & Door Prizes. Sponsored by: AJ Gator’s Sports Bar and Grill, Clutch Bar and Grill, Fossil Rock Inn. Proceeds benefit local Shrine activities. are not tax deductible. For more info (757) 630-0228 or (757) 439-1484 or www.khedive.org.

Jul 19thABATE Poker Run – Brandy Station, VACulpeper ABATE of Virginia Poker Run. Ride starts at American Twins, Brandy Rd, Brandy Station, VA. Sign up from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m.. 100 mile scenic route ending at Donna & Russell’s pool hall (ok, it’s a nice garage) on Rte 522 in Culpeper, VA. Contact Director Tim Dalman at 540-219-6366 for more information.

Jul 23rd - 26thMotorcycle Mama’s Ride In - Maggie Valley, NCThe 1st Annual Maggie Valley, NC Female Enthusiasts Motorcycle Ride In! July 23-26, 2009. Host Hotel and location of the event: Maggie Valley Inn and Conference Center, 70 Soco Road (Hwy 19) Maggie Valley, NC. Registration includes Thursday night welcome BBQ, Live Music, Fashion Show, Banquet, Vendors, Maps with suggested Rides, Discount coupons for local attractions, “Wheels Through Time Museum” will be open in honor of our event. Register online at http://www.mountaingoldproductions.com.Registration cost: $35 early registration by May 15th. $45 after May 15th. Gate pass only: $5 per day. Organized by: Mountain Gold Productions, http://www.mountaingoldproductions.com, [email protected]

Jul 24th – 25thThunder on the Mountain IV - Hillsville, VAHeld at Lake Ridge RV Resort just outside of Hillsville, VA. Live Music Friday night by Divided We Fall &

Saturday night by the Thunder Valley Band. Events include * Texas Hold ‘Em style Poker Run - $6 entry fee with $100 to best hand; * Bike Show - $5 entry fee; * Motorcycle Rodeo. Admission: $10 for 1 day, $15 for the weekend (does not include bike show fee, poker run fee or camping). For more information visit our website www.vabikersassoc.org. Email us at [email protected]. Call (276)728-2466 or (540)320-0558. For camping reservations call (276)766-3703 or (866)513-1773. For hotel reservations, call the Hampton Inn (276)728-2345 (approx 10.5 miles from campground). Profits go to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. Sponsored by Virginia Bikers Association, DLB Construction, Turman Log Homes, Grayson National Bank, Harley-Davidson of Wytheville, New River Nissan, Dewayne’s ATV & Bike Shop, and Tom McGrath’s Motorcycle Law Group.

Jul 25thFur Horse & Steel Horse Poker Run - Dillwyn, VABike Run – Meet for breakfast at 9am if desired! Leaving Theresa’s Place (Dillwyn) @ 10 am. $20 driver, and $5 passenger. Both to draw cards. Be ready for a fun, gorgeous 4 ½ hr ride thru beautiful rural Va! Ending at Cedar Run Ranch. HORSE RUN – leaving Cedar Run Ranch at 9 am for a beautiful, fun 5 hour trail ride – ending at the ranch. $25 per rider, to draw cards as well! Once at the Ranch – Cards will be “played” and winners determined! 1st place - $500 2nd place - $250 3rd place $100, The FUN does not end here! The fun does not end when the rides are done! There will be live music from 2pm until……….. Great prize raffles, food, drink (BYOB as well). We have 5 GREAT bands lined up to play – Country, Bluegrass, Classic and Southern Rock. If you don’t join in the ride, you are more than welcome to come out for the music – for a donation of $10. Join in on the raffles, as well as the good time! For more info : Please contact, Becky (434)547-9952 [email protected]. Rich (434)841-3472,[email protected], Dewitt (434)547-7217, Curtis (434)983-3933, Kenny Harlow (434)983-2221(Cedar Run Ranch). Log on to VAloggers.org, and click on the Log a Load tab for info.Camping and Cabins will be available at the ranch. As well as stable rentals, etc. Please contact Kenny Harlow or Deb at (434)983-2221. PLEASE COME ON OUT FOR A GREAT TIME TO BENEFIT THE KIDS!!!!!!!!

Jul 25thMidsummer Biker Bash, band, food and more – Chesapeake, VA IRON TRIBE,VIRGINIA. Annual Midsummer Biker Bash, noon till 4.00pm, Saturday July 25 2009. $10..00 Donation for food, BBQ and side dishes, live band, swap meet, 50/50 and more. To be held at Lazy Horse Bar and Grill 565 Cedar Road, Chesapeake,VA

Jul 25thIron Butt Benefit Ride – Colonial Heights, VABenefit The Madison Mingloski Foundation. Sponsored by SOUTHERN VIRGINIA CHAPTER, AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS. This a 24 Hour Ride to Collect Funds by Either Pledges per Mile or By Donations. This Is a Rain or Shine Event. Beginning At: American Legion Post 284, 505 Springdale Ave, Colonial Heights, VA. Bike Odometers Will Be Recorded At Registration From 8AM To 10AM Saturday Morning. Returning Bikes Odometers Will Be Checked In Sunday Morning from 8AM To 10AM. • $10 Registration Fee To Go To Foundation. Cash Prizes for the Rider with Highest Mileage Cash Prizes for the Rider with the Most Pledges. First Place: 100 Dollars; Second Place: 75 Dollars; Third Place: 50 Dollars. 50/50 Raffle. Madison Mingloski has a Very Rare Form of Leukemia. She Is a Granddaughter of a Post 284 Legionnaire and Daughter of a S.A.L. Member, so she is Family to All of Post 284. The Foundation is Setup

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to Help the Family With All The Costs of Traveling to the Doctors, Hospitals, Missing Work Due to Those Visits, and to Help Making Madison as Comfortable as Possible. Please Bring All Contributions and Donations to Registration on Saturday, July 25th. For Additional Information Contact: George Ahrend, (804) 691-2399

AUGUST

Aug 1st Miss Shenandoah Harley-Davidson & Last Band Standing – Staunton, VA *Live pageant *Battle of the bands *Lots of sales and fun promotions. Shenandoah Harley-Davidson/Buell, 213 Rolling Thunder Lane, Staunton, VA 24401, 540-213-RIDE. Visit www.shenandoahhd.com for details

Aug 1st 3rd Annual Back to School Bash – Newport News, VA The 3rd Annual Back to School Bash will be held on Saturday, August 1st, at the Quaker Steak & Lube, 12832 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News, VA. Rain date is Sunday, August 2nd. This year’s event is proudly sponsored by Quaker Steak & Lube of Newport News, the Hampton Roads Navy League, Wicked Sisters Café of Virginia Beach, Dyno Tuned Performance of Chesapeake, Hop’s Place of Hampton, Hooters of Hampton Roads, and Trophy World, Inc. of Newport News. This year’s show is also an official sanctioned event of the Chryslers Owners Group. The event is free to the public, and is open to all makes, models, and years of vehicles…including trucks and SUVs, antique cars, exotic cars, muscle cars, hot rods, race cars, tuner cars, motorcycles, etc. Registration is $20 for all cars, trucks and SUVs, and $10 for all motorcycles. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. There will be “goody bags” and dash plaques for the first 50 registered participants, food, music, door prizes, a 50/50 raffle, and vehicle displays…and don’t forget the Pinup Angels and Hooters Girls! Awards will be given the top two vehicles in each of the 43 classes…as well as Best of Show and Best Club Participation awards! For more information and details, please visit www.hr-mopar.info, and click on the “Back to School Bash 2009” link or the “Back to School Bash” banner. All money raised will go directly to the St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital! Please mark this event on your personal and/or club calendar as one of the events that you definitely plan to attend this year, and help make this year’s event a huge success as we help in the fight against catastrophic childhood diseases.

Aug 3rd – 9th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally – Sturgis, SD www.sturgismotorcyclerally.com (Since 1938)

Aug 5th – 9th East Coast Sturgis – Little Orleans, MD www.eastcoaststurgis.com (Since 2003)

Aug 8thPamplin 4th Annual Poker Run – Pamplin, VAPamplin Volunteer Fire Dept & EMS 4th Annual Poker Run. Prepare to enjoy a ride through scenic and historical Appomattox County where our country re-united. Retrace many of the original miles that Lee and Grant and the many soldiers that fought for the freedom we enjoy today. Saturday, August 8th, 2009. (Rain Date August 15th, 2009). • 9:00 a.m. – First Bike out • 11:00 a.m. – Last Bike out • Auction • Rodeo • Bike Show • Door Prizes • $ 10 per hand • Band – featuring “Southland Band” • Free Vendor Spaces available • Food available on grounds • Donations welcomed • Everyone’s invited • Music – 7:00 pm at: 15935 Thomas Jefferson Hwy (Route 47), Pamplin. Check out our web page for updates. Proceeds benefit: EMS Division, Pamplin Volunteer Fire Department & EMS, Inc., 2394 Pamplin Road, Pamplin, Virginia 23958. Details: http://www.geocities.com/pamplinfire/

Aug 14th - 16th Motorcycle Rodeo XVI - Lanexa, VA 1st CAPITOL CHAPTER, ABATE of VA. Includes Swap Meet – Rendezvous - Bike and Car Show. Rockahock Campground, 1428 Outpost Rd, Lanexa, VA. Email [email protected]. Motorcycle games etc. will take place between noon and 9 PM Sat 15 Aug. $15 each or $25 per couple - includes access and entrance to all events Sat and Sun. Does not include the cost of camping. $10 per entry if only attending the Sunday bike and car show. Food, soft drinks & water for sale Sat & Sun. http://www.1st-capitol-abate.org

Aug 15thGeneive Shelter Poker Run - Va. Beach/ Chesapeake, VA August 15,2009. Third Annual Poker Run to Benefit the Geneive Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence. Hosted by the Booze Fighters MC Chapter#38. Starts at Smackwater Jacks Va. Beach Blvd. Registration from 9:30 til 11:30am. Ends at Lazy Horse Bar and Grill, Cedar Rd. Chesapeake, Va. 50/50, Great Door Prizes, Trophies and more. All Clubs and Independent riders are welcome, bike or cage. For more information call Papa Bear@(757)286-4355.

Aug 16th 2nd Annual Vetshouse, Inc. Poker Run – Norfolk,VA 2nd Annual Vetshouse, Inc. Poker Run - Norfolk, VA. - Sponsored by VFW Riders of Hampton Roads & Knuckleheads Roadhouse - to support VETSHOUSE, INC., a privately financed transitional program giving a hand-up (not a hand-out) to homeless vets in the Tidewater area. Fee: $15/Rider & $10/Passanger - Register from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at VFW Post 4809 - 5728 Bartee Street, Norfolk (Behind Lone Star Steak House on Military Hwy. at Rt 264. Music - Food - Best & Worst Hand Prizes - Live Auction. Come out and support our homeless vets! For more info - call Bob Staicer @ (757) 681-5765 - or Knuckleheads Roadhouse @ (757) 644-6220.

Aug 16th Dirt Drags @ Slade’s Park – Surry, VA Gates open 9 a.m. Admission $15, kids under 10 not racing are FREE. Free vendor setup - please call 1st. Trophies & Cash-All Classes. Top Fuel at it’s Best-Pro Gas/Dirt Bikes. No Colors - No Glass - No Dogs!!! For info call Joe Brookman (804)221-3959. Rain date Aug. 23rd.

Aug 16th 4th Annual Rally for RAACE - A Charity Motorcycle Ride & Family Fund Day Event – Harford County, MD Start: Jones Junction - Bel Air, Maryland, 9:00 a.m. registration / 12:00 p.m start. Music & Entertainment, Raffles, Food & Drinks. End: Chesapeake Harley-Davidson, Darlington, MD. 2:00 p.m. Post Party, Music & Entertainment by “Sir Psycho” & “Flip Side”. Raffles, Food, Drinks & Many Vendors offering a wide variety of products. Fees: $30 pp (children 12 & under are free). Pre-register by August 3, 2009 & receive a commemorative event t-shirt and complimentary breakfast day of ride. All motorcycles are welcome! If you need further information about The RAACE Foundation, the 4th Annual Rally for RAACE, vendor or sponsor opportunities, please visit our website at http://www.raace.org, give us a call at 1-800-755-KIDS or e-mail us at [email protected]. Wishing you many safe journeys! Vickie - The RAACE Foundation

Aug 20th – 22nd North Carolina State HOG Rally – Mt Airy, NCwww.ncstatehogrally.com

Aug 21st – 22nd 10th Annual Eastern Shore of VA’s Motorcycle Rally - Parksley, VA Parksley,Virginia The 10th annual Virginia’s Eastern Shore Rally will be held on Friday

August 21st and Saturday August 22nd. Gates will open at 4 pm on Friday. This event will feature a bike show, biker games for adults and kids, live bands, great food and drinks, $10 bottomless beer mug.There will also be VCW Pro Wrestling matches held on Saturday afternoon.Camping with hot showers will be available on site. All bikes are welcome.Vendor spots are still available. There is no charge for vendors. This rally is sponsored by Parksley Vol. Fire Co. and all proceeds benefit the fire company. For more information please contact us at (757)709-4655 or (757)665-6977. We can be reached by email at [email protected]

Aug 21st – 22nd Bayside BIG BASH – Portsmouth, VA National Band, Vendors, Food, Over 100 Door Prizes, VIP Party. The end of summer BIG Bash Party at Bayside Harley-Davidson, Portsmouth, VA. www.baysidehd.com 757 397-5550

Aug 21st & 22nd 4th Annual Hawgs, Hosses & Hinies Roundup – Lanexa, VA Rockahock Campgrounds, Inc., 1428 Outpost Road, Lanexa, VA 23089, 804-966-8362. Three days of live entertainment on our amphitheater stage situated on the banks of the Chickahominy River. This year’s entertainment lineup features the 2009 Triple Threat Tour - Diamond Rio with special guest Little Texas and Restless Heart. This is weekend you don’t want to miss!!! Local favorites will keep the party going all weekend. Enjoy great food and merchandise vendors, bike games, bike show, and much more. Spend the weekend riding and relaxing. At Rockahock you can have it all while you get away from it all! Full hookup RV sites, primitive RV sites, tent camping and Yurt & Cottage rentals available. Call now to make your reservations!!!!! Ticket Prices: Friday Only - $15.00. Saturday Only - $35.00. Weekend - $45.00. For more information visit www.rockahock.com or call us at 804-966-8362.

Aug 21st – 23rd 1st Annual Scooter Trash Mountain Crawl Virginia Beach, VA Friday Evening Pre-Ride Meet & Greet Party at Knuckleheads Roadhouse,401 N. Witchduck Rd. Virginia Beach, VA. 23462.Live Entertainment, Dinner Buffet, Cold Beverages and Great Friends. 7:00 PM til closing. Saturday morning ride leaves Knuckleheads at 8:00AM. The scenic route will run along US 460 to Petersburg, Lynchburg and Bedford,VA. Continuing to Peaks of Otter up the The Blue Ridge Parkway to Shenandoah Harley Davidson, Staunton, Va. The ride will continue to Lexington, Va. to attend Hull’s Drive-In for a Double Feature under the stars 50’s style. We have negotiated an inclusive price of $25.00 pp for Movie Voucher, Hull’s T-Shirt and Back Yard Picnic Buffet. Along the route we will stop at pre-arranged pit stops, places to eat and points of interest. Hotels have been blocked in Virginia Beach, Va and Lexington, Va. for your convenience. For information contact “Grizz” at [email protected] or Herkman at [email protected]. Mailing address Mountain Crawl P.O. Box 60, Montebello, Va. 24464

Aug 22ndSave the Ta-Ta’s Bike Show – Fredericksburg, VAThe Eagle Riders of Fredericksburg invite you to help in our effort for Breast Cancer Research. Breakfast Buffet $8.00 (Breakfast Served-9:30 am-11:00 am). Registration-10 AM-Noon. $15.00 Entry Fee. Live Music. Rain date-August 29. Early Bird Participation Gift to First 25 Registrants. [email protected]

Aug 29thRide for the Warriors 2 – Yorktown, VAThe Brothers In Arms - Yorktown Chapter will be hosting their second Ride for the Warriors to benefit the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund. The Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund has provided more than $65 million in support for the families of military personnel lost in service to our nation, and for severely wounded military personnel and veterans. There will be plenty of ride and door prizes. $10.00/rider and $5.00/passenger. For details on registration go to www.biamc-yorktown.com.



SEPTEMBER

Sept 4th – 6th 9th Annual Outer Banks Bike Show – Grandy, NC Bike Show, Vendors, Bands, Great Food, Cold Beer, Bike Games. This event benefits the Navy Seals and Victory Junction Gang Camp. Your support will help our military families and also help critically ill children. We appreciate your continued help and support for this great event - This is our 9th year! FREE vendor space - We are asking that vendors make a tax deductible donation to the Naval Special Warfare Foundation. For availability, call 252-453-2261 (Restaurant) or Email: [email protected]. Event location: Barry’s Walnut Island Restaurant, 169 Walnut Island Blvd., Grandy North Carolina 27939. Lodging accommodations visit www.walnutisland.com. Camping is available – email [email protected]. For more info visit www.barrysbikerally.com

Sept 6th 6th Annual Pirate's Run – Elizabeth City, NC $1000 to the Pirate with the key to the Treasure Chest. Live Music, Food, Vendors, Tattoo Contest, Tons of Door Prizes. Outer Banks Harley-Davidson, Elizabeth City, NC. Benefits Camp Celebrate-Camp for burn injured children. www.outerbankshd.com 252-338-8866

Sept 7th Labor Day

Sept 11th Patriot Day

Sept 12th Valley Thunder XVI – Staunton, VA *Premiere of 2010 line of motorcycles *Food & Beverage Vendors *Huge sales throughout dealership. Shenandoah Harley-Davidson/Buell, 213 Rolling Thunder Lane, Staunton, VA 24401, 540-213-RIDE. Visit www.shenandoahhd.com for details

Sept 17th – 20th DelMarVa Bike Week – Ocean City, MD www.delmarvabikeweek.com (Since 2000)

Sept 17th – 20th8th Annual Atlantic Bike Week Party - Ocean City, MDJoin us for the 8th Annual Atlantic Bike Week Party at the Atlantic Hotel in Ocean City, MD. 3 Full days of Music, Food & Fun! Live Bands featuring Thunderfoot & The Blue Lords. Burnout Pit, T-shirts & much more. Vendors Wanted!! Don’t miss out on all the FUN! Atlantic Hotel, Boardwalk & Wicomico Street, Ocean City, MD, 410-289-9111, 1-800-3-ATLANTIC, www.atlantichotelocmd.com

Sept 19thSouthside H-D New Model Open House - Virginia Beach, VA Info 757-499-8964 www.hrhd.com

Sept 19th 2nd Annual Fall Motor Show – Elizabeth City, NC Cars, Trucks & Motorcycles-All models welcome. Food, Music, Trophies. Outer Banks Harley-Davidson, Elizabeth City, NC/US 17 South.www.outerbankshd.com 252-338-8866

Sept 20th 3rd Annual Pony Run – Harbinger, NC Music, Food, Vendors, Poker Run. To Benefit the Corolla Wild Horse Fund. Kitty Hawk Harley-Davidson, Harbinger, NC. www.kittyhawkhd.com 252-491-2091

Sept 20th Dirt Drags @ Slade’s Park - Surry, VA Gates open 9 a.m. Admission $15, kids under 10 not racing are FREE. Free vendor setup - please call 1st. Trophies & Cash-All Classes. Top Fuel at it’s Best-Pro Gas/Dirt Bikes. No Colors - No Glass - No Dogs!!! For info call Joe Brookman (804)221-3959. Rain date Sept. 27th.

Sept 22nd 1st Day of Fall

Sept 26th4th Annual Superkids Bike & Car Show – Prince George, VA 4th Annual Superkids Bike & Car Show from 9 AM - 5 PM at Prince George High School located at 7801 Laurel Springs Road, Prince George, VA 23875. This is a Judged Show! $5,000 in CASH AWARDS. Dash plaques to 1st 200 registered. 25 Car/Truck Trophies, 14 Bike Trophies, and a total of 60 Plaques, with 20 in early to 1954, 20 in 1955-1972, and 20 in 1973-Present classes. Pre-registered only $20 before September 12th. $25 afterward. Drawing for pre-registered $100 gas card. Goody bags, live auction, raffles, 50/50’s, food, DJ, Miss VA 2009, dunking booth, face painting, and more. Sponsored by Hopewell-Prince George Civitan Club. All proceeds to benefit Superkids Group Home Project. Vendor spaces available. $30 for 10x10. Auto vendors spaces $35 with space as needed. Info: Morris Hudgins 804-919-4246 or 804-458-8216. Vendor info call Julia Skeens 804-722-1511. Superkids Ministries Web site: http:// www.skmi.org

Sept 26th Bikers for Babies-March of Dimes Ride – Portsmouth, VA Live Music, Food, Ride Pin, Vendors. Bayside Harley-Davidson, Portsmouth, VA. www.baysidehd.com 757 397-5550

Sept 26th New Model Year Open House – Hughesville, MD Harley-Davidson of Washington, DC will be celebrating the New Model Year with an event-filled day. Food, entertainment, sales, contests and a great time! 9407 Livingston Rd. Ft Washington, MD 20744. www.hdwash.com, phone 301-248-1200, 10am to 4pm.

Sept 30th – Oct 3rd

Myrtle Beach Bike Days – Myrtle Beach, SC www.myrtlebeachbikeweek.com

OCTOBER

Sept 30th – Oct 3rd

Myrtle Beach Bike Days – Myrtle Beach, SC www.myrtlebeachbikeweek.com

Oct 3rdClifford Ruritan Old Fashioned Sorghum Festival – Clifford, VA Come see the Ruritans cook Old Fashioned Sorghum Molasses and Brunswick Stew in the village of Clifford, Virginia. Watch the VA State Championship Jousting Tournament. See and talk with Civil War reenactors. Enjoy food, music, dancing, entertainment, arts & crafts, antiques, gifts, collectibles, jewelry, quilts, wood crafts, garden ornaments & more! Proceeds benefit local community charities. Free admittance, $5 parking for cars, $1 motorcycle parking (It’s a BEAUTIFUL ride!). State Road 610, between Hwy 29 and SR151, 755 Fletchers Level Road, Clifford, VA, 24533(434) 946-2208

Oct 2nd – 4th 2nd Annual Outer Banks Bike Fest – Harbinger & Nags Head, NC Bike Show, Poker Run, Guided Tours. Kitty Hawk Harley-Davidson/Nags Head Harley-Davidson. www.kittyhawkhd.com 252-491-2091

Oct 9th – 10th Rumble Through The Tunnels-Fleet Ride – Portsmouth, VA Largest Motorcycle Event to Honor our Troops. Welcome Party, Live Music, Vendors, Miss Fleet Ride Contest, Tattoo Contest. Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Give-A-Way!! Bayside Harley-Davidson. Portsmouth, VA/I-264/Exit 5. www.baysidehd.com 757 397-5550

Oct 10thSouthside H-D Open House - Virginia Beach, VAInfo . 757-499-8964 www.hrhd.com

Oct 15th – 18th Biketoberfest – Daytona Beach, FL Oct 18th Dirt Drags @ Slade’s Park - Surry, VA Gates open 9 a.m. Admission $15, kids under 10 not racing are FREE. Free vendor setup - please call 1st. Trophies & Cash-All Classes. Top Fuel at it’s Best-Pro Gas/Dirt Bikes. No Colors - No Glass - No Dogs!!! For info call Joe Brookman (804)221-3959. Rain date Oct. 25th.

Oct 24th Hope for the Valley – Staunton, VA Staunton VA, Gypsy hill Park Bandstand-Music, Food, Vendors and fun for the whole family. There will be a motorcycle ride and bike show. All proceeds from this event will go to local non profits. Starts at 9am goes till 10pm. For more information or to be a vendor contact Chuck Hazy at 540-241-9852 or [email protected]

Oct 25th Sherri Parker Memorial Poker Run & Bike Show - Driver/Suffolk, VA. Sherri Parker Memorial Poker Run & Bike Show Sunday Oct. 25th 2009. Run Registration 9:30- 11:00 at Knuckleheads Roadhouse, 401 North Witchduck Rd, VA. Beach and Bayside Harley Davidson, 2211 Frederick Boulevard, Portsmouth, VA 23704. Parade of Bikes entering Driver, VA at 1:00pm. Bike Show Registration in Driver at 4237 Driver Lane from 12 - 2pm. Classes: Ladies, Antique, HD Touring, HD Softail, HD Rubbermount, HD Sportster, Foreign,Chopper, Special Construction & Factory Custom. Proceeds benefiting the Sherri Parker Memorial Fund, Inc., Driver Volunteer Fire Dept. and the Humane Society. Rain date November 1, 2009. For info contact Holly Hoffler @ 757-538-3944.

Oct 31st Halloween Open House & Fashion Show – Ft Washington, MD Great winter/fall fashions modeled by the HOG Chapter, costume contest, candy for the kids, sales and more! 9407 Livingston Rd. Ft Washington, MD 20744, www.hdwash.com, 301-248-1200, 10am to 4pm

NOVEMBER

Nov 1st Daylight Savings Time Ends – Fall back! Set your clocks back 1 hour

Nov 11th Veterans Day

Nov 26th Happy Thanksgiving!

Nov 27thSouthside H-D Beware of the Mall Sale - Virginia Beach, VA Info 757-499-8964 www.hrhd.com

DECEMBER

Dec 11thSouthside H-D 12 Days of Christmas Sale Begins - Virginia Beach, VA Info 757-499-8964 www.hrhd.com

Dec 12th Southside H-D Santa and His Elves Open House - Virginia Beach, VA Info 757-499-8964 www.hrhd.com

Dec 12th Christmas Open House & Pictures with Santa – Hughesville, MD Harley-Davidson of Washington, DC., 9407 Livingston Rd. Ft Washington, MD 20744, www.hdwash.com, 301-248-1200, 10am to 4pm

Dec 21st 1st Day of Winter

Dec 25th Merry Christmas!



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Bikers are an incredibly patriotic crowd. I often see the U.S. flag gracing the rear of motorcycles as

we ride around… bringing a lump to my throat at the display of such pride. For those thinking about adding flags to your bike, consider this… there is a protocol for displaying this patriotic symbol. While it’s

not specifically addressed in the U.S Code, as it is when dealing with an automobile, you can read between the lines to determine how the flag should be flown on the back of your ride.

When the United States flag is flown alone on your motorcycle, flag etiquette calls for it to be either centered on the

bike or mounted to its “marching right”; its own right as the vehicle is moving forward (which would be the right side of the motorcycle to the rider’s perspective when sitting astride).

If the U.S. flag is displayed on your bike with another flag of any type, it should be positioned to its “marching right;” that is, to the rider’s right sitting on the motorcycle. When the U.S. flag is on your bike with other non-national flags (POW/MIA, service banners, fraternal flags, etc.), the U.S. flag is placed at the center and at the highest point of the group. According to the United States Flag Code, NO flag should ever be larger or displayed higher than the U.S. flag. If the U.S. flag is displayed on your bike with those of any other nation, the flags should be approximately equal in size and flown from separate staffs of the same height, with the U.S. flag to the marching right and other countries’ flags arranged to the left in alphabetical order in English. International usage forbids the display of the flag of one nation above that of another nation in time of peace. The order of precedence for flags generally is nations first, states (host state first, then others in the order of admission) districts and territories (Washington DC, Puerto Rico, etc.), military (in order of establishment: Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Coast Guard, Air Force), then any others.

Also noteworthy, when the American flag is painted on the side of a motorcycle or other vehicle, the custom is that the stars face toward the front of the vehicle, regardless of which side the flag is on (giving the impression that the flag is flying in the wind as the vehicle moves forward). The flag of the United States of America represents a living country and is itself considered a living thing. Proper display reflects pride in country and respect for your motorcycle!

Taking this one step further, there are also proper procedures for disposing of U.S. flags when they are old, torn, worn, or dirty. The flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.

Most American Legion Posts regularly conduct a dignified flag burning ceremony, often on Flag Day, June 14th. Many Cub Scout Packs, Boy Scout Troops, and Girl Scout Troops retire flags regularly as well. Contact your local American Legion Hall or Scout Troop to inquire about the availability of this service.

By Shelly Horan,. Thunder Roads TexasWith special thanks to Princess of Chrome Angels

Flying Old Glory on Motorcycles

Proud To Be An American


Dear Readers – I run this once a year in hopes that someone, anyone, who is not familiar with the motor-cycle community, will pick up a copy of this magazine out of curiosity - we are all curious creatures who are usually intrigued with finding out about the unknown. Maybe after reading this, it will help them realize that bikers are not always who they have been stereo-typed to be. Maybe they will gain a better awareness & respect for the riders that are travelling on the same roads that they do. Maybe, just maybe…it may save a life. ~ Kelly ~

JUST A BIKER I saw you hug your purse closer to you in the grocery store line. But you didn’t see me put an extra $10.00 in the collection plate last Sunday.

I saw you pull your child closer when we passed each other on the sidewalk. But you didn’t see me playing Santa at the local Mall.

I saw you change your mind about going into the restaurant when you saw my bike parked out front. But you didn’t see me attending a meeting to raise more money for the hurricane relief.

I saw you roll up your window and shake your head when I rode by. But you didn’t see me riding behind you when you flicked your cigarette butt out the car window.

I saw you frown at me when I smiled at your children. But you didn’t see me, when I took time off from work to run toys to the homeless.

I saw you stare at my long hair. But you didn’t see me and my friends cut ten inches off for Locks of Love.

I saw you roll your eyes at our Leather jackets and gloves. But you didn’t see me and my brothers donate our old ones to those that had none.

I saw you look in fright at my tattoos. But you didn’t see me cry as my children were born or have their name written over and in my heart.

I saw you change lanes while rushing off to go somewhere. But you didn’t see me going home to be with my family.

I saw you, complain about how loud and noisy our bikes can be. But you didn’t see me when you were changing the CD and drifted into my lane.

I saw you yelling at your kids in the car. But you didn’t see me pat my child’s hands knowing she was safe behind me.

I saw you reading the newspaper or map as you drove down the road. But you didn’t see me squeeze my wife’s leg when she told me to take the next turn.

I saw you race down the road in the rain. But you didn’t see me get soaked to the skin so my son could have the car to go on his date.

I saw you run the yellow light just to save a few minutes of time. But you didn’t see me trying to turn right.

I saw you cut me off because you needed to be in the lane I was in. But you didn’t see me leave the road.

I saw you, waiting impatiently for my friends to pass. But you didn’t see me. I wasn’t there.

I saw you go home to your family. But you didn’t see me. Because I died that day you cut me off.

I was just a biker. A person with friends and a family. But you didn’t see me.

EVEN IF YOU DON’T LIKE US, RESPECT OUR RIGHTS TO RIDE WHAT WE CHOOSE AND TAKE A FEW EXTRA SECONDS TO BE SURE WE ARE NOT IN ‘YOUR’ WAY


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In Memory ofSome knew Bobby Mantlo during his years in the Virginia National

Guard and managing Club 149. Some knew him from LaChrome Motorcycle Shop and Easyriders/American Classic. Those of us who knew him well, knew him as the best friend anyone could have. Bobby never met a stranger. If you were in his presence, you felt you were a part of him.. He never had a harsh word to say about anyone. He’d calm you down if you were angry and make you smile if you were down. For those of you who can remember back that far, he reminded you of a contented Gabby Hayes. Bobby had been married for 42 years and had three sons, two of whom survived him, and six grandchildren.

Bobby loved motorcycling. Even after his many injuries from an ac-cident on September 2, 2007, he couldn’t wait to get back on the road to feel the wind rushing through his signature beard and feel the free-dom of being on two wheels. He was a true biker. Despite his seventy years, Bobby rode with his friends every chance he got. Along with some of those friends, he was on his way to Tail of the Dragon–a ride that was on his “bucket list.” He never fulfilled that wish..

On Sunday, June 7, 2009, a careless, reckless driver came speeding around a curve on the wrong side of the road, hitting three of eight motorcycles. Approaching the vehicle after the crash, I saw beer cans everywhere and the vehicle reeked of alcohol. In a matter of seconds, two motorcyclists had been injured and Robert Wayne “Bobby” Mantlo had been taken from us. Bobby, you will be sorely missed!Janet Acampora

Bobby Mantlo

Three Headlights

There are 3 headlights missing from our group tonight

Two we will get back and one we won’t No matter how much we wish we might

His light will always be bright In our hearts and minds

But the world is dimmer without him in it He’s gone ahead on the road alone I’m sure he’ll be there to greet us

and guide us home When our own rides come to an end

With heavy hearts and saddened eyes We say goodbye to our dear friend

RIP Bobby Mantlo 06/07/09

Jenny Blankenship


If you’ve got some “Hot Shot” pictures you’d like to share with us, please send them to [email protected] Pictures must be high resolution (300 dpi) in order to print clearly. All are welcome but please keep ‘em somewhat clean so everyone can enjoy!


10 Great Tips for a Good Life

1. Stay out of trouble.

2. Aim for greater heights.

3. Stay focused on your job.

4. Exercise to maintain good health.

5. Practice team work.

6. Rely on your trusted partner to watch

your back. Take your time trusting others.

7. Save for rainy days.

8. Rest and relax.

9. Always take time to smile.

AND

10. Realize that nothing is impossible.

Let Freedom RingTHUNDER ROADS MAGAZINE 15

SENIOR DRESS CODE

Many of us ‘Old Folks’ (those over 50, WAY over 50, or hovering near 50) are quite confused about how we should present ourselves. We are unsure about the kind of image we are projecting and whether or not we are correct as we try to conform to current fashions. Despite what you may have seen on the streets, the following combinations DO NOT go together And should be avoided:

1. A nose ring and bifocals 2. Spiked hair and bald spots 3.. A pierced tongue and dentures 4. Mini skirts and support hose 5. Ankle bracelets and corn pads 6. Speedo’s and cellulite 7. A belly button ring and a gall bladder surgery scar 8. Unbuttoned disco shirts and a heart monitor 9. Midriff shirts and a midriff bulge 10. Bikinis and liver spots 11. Short shorts and varicose veins 12. Inline skates and a walker 13. Thongs and Depends

And at some point,you have to give up the Daisy Dukes.

Redneck Storm Cellar


2009 Indian Chief MotorcycleAmerica’s First Motorcycle Is Back

Press Release by Indian Motorcycle CompanyKings Mountain, NC—Founded in 1901, the legendary In-

dian brand remains America’s first motorcycle and is highly revered. Chairman Stephen Julius and President Steve Heese have orchestrated the re-launch of Indian. Under General Manager Chris Bernauer, an eleven-year veteran of Harley-Davidson, the Indian Motorcycle team has main-tained a sharp focus on product development, design and engineering excellence.

“We’re very excited about the new Indian Chief which are, in every way, both true to the legacy of the Indian brand and representative of the highest level of engineering expertise” according to Mr. Bernauer. “Indian aficionados everywhere will be pleased with these superior motorcycles which ef-fectively blend timeless Indian design with contemporary motorcycle performance.”

For the past few years, Indian Motorcycle’s engineer-ing staff, led by VP of Engineering Nick Glaja, have logged thousands of hours developing, evaluating and refining each and every engineering detail. Rigorous testing con-tinues until each component has proven its durability and performance. There will be no rush to market. Mr. Glaja, also a motorcycling industry veteran, was Principal Engi-neer of Powertrain Technology at Harley-Davidson before joining Indian.

Mr. Glaja says “Our goal was quite simple: to focus on the premium nature of this brand and build the finest Indian motorcycle ever. We took a ‘clean sheet’ approach to the engineering of this world class American legend to ensure a solid engineering platform. Benchmarks were set high and we believe our customers will be very happy.”

At the heart of the process has been an unrelenting em-phasis on quality and craftsmanship. No details have been overlooked or considered too minor to be discussed and evaluated. The final assembly of each Indian Chief takes place at Kings Mountain by a team of technicians known for the passionate pursuit of their craft.

An overriding sense of reverence pervades Indian head-quarters. There is an enormous sense of pride in being a part of the rebirth of Indian Motorcycle and that feeling translates into an attention to detail and genuine care for each and every component. Assembly is both loving and methodical, with obvious care taken to produce the finest

Indian motorcycles the world has ever seen. The new Indian Chief motorcycles are rightfully positioned

as premium products and will be produced in limited num-bers, with the focus on outstanding quality, performance and exclusivity. Limited production will ensure the highest level of quality is maintained and owners will be certain to enjoy the enduring value of an extraordinary new Indian Chief as well as true appreciation of ownership exclusivity.

The new Indian motorcycles are designed and engineered to be powerful works of art. The 2009 Indian Chief features a redesigned 105 cubic inch PowerPlus V-Twin powertrain with electronic closed loop sequential port fuel injection. A new charging system provides increased capacity for the EFI.

Engine cylinders are Nikasil plated, eliminating the need for cast-iron liners. A new crankshaft eliminates “scissoring”. The exhaust system is a new design with integrated 3-way catalytic converter and heated oxygen sensors. All body parts are e-coated and the frame and swingarm are e-coat-ed and powder coated for enhanced corrosion protection.

A six-speed transmission delivers power through the belt drive to 16-inch wheels out back. Stopping is achieved via Brembo 4-piston calipers, with 11.5” dual rotors up front. Standard 5.5-gallon tank helps extend cruising range. Seats are all-leather and built to exacting specifications. But specs don’t even begin to tell the story of what it’s like to ride an Indian. It’s simply awe-inspiring.

For 2009, Indian will offer four Chief models: Chief Stan-dard, Chief Deluxe, Chief Roadmaster and Chief Vintage. As befits these limited-edition masterworks, base prices will range from $30,999 for the Standard to $31,999 for the Deluxe and $33,999 for the Roadmaster to $35,499 for the Chief Vintage. Primary differences between models are in levels of trim, seating configurations, fender design, paint combinations, and included accessories.

The exciting reality for all motorcycle enthusiasts is that the 2009 Indian Chiefs are so much more than the sum of their parts. Each model is an integrated whole, the result of superior engineering and a reflection of achievement well beyond incremental improvement. The 2009 Indian Chiefs are all-new and a dramatic extension of the Indian Motorcy-cle legacy, certain to take their place in motorcycle history.


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ABATE of Virginia welcomes all riders to join in the fight to protect your rights. No matter what you ride, we want YOU! For more information contact Sharon Keaton at 540-937-3924 or [email protected]. Stay on top of the latest ABATE news and events by visiting www.ABATEofVA.com.

ABATE Coalfield Riders Chapter ( Grundy , VA ) meets 7PM every 2nd Saturday at Caleb & Melissa's garage, Deel Fork, Grundy , VA 24614-9600 . Everyone Welcome. For more information contact Steve Stacy at 276-935-2484 or [email protected]

ABATE Culpeper Chapter ( Culpeper , VA ) meets 7PM every 2nd Thursday at Hazel River Pub, 105 E Davis St, Culpeper , VA 22701. Everyone Welcome. For more information contact Tim Dalman at 540-219-6366 or [email protected]

ABATE 1st Capitol Chapter ( Williamsburg , VA ) meets 9AM every 1st Sunday at Beachcomber's Restaurant, 8811 George Washington Memorial Hwy, Yorktown , VA 23692. Everyone Welcome. For more information contact Gene Spare at 757-903-6541 or [email protected]

ABATE Iron Horse Calvary Chapter ( Lynchburg , VA) meets 7PM every 1st Tuesday at Mary Jane's Café, 826 Kemper St, Lynchburg , VA 24502-3250. Everyone Welcome. For more information contact Tronco at 434-993-3197 or [email protected]

ABATE Lonesome Pine Chapter (Wise, VA)meets 6:30PM every 1st Tuesday at Mosby's Restaurant, 205 Ridgeview Rd, Wise , VA 24293. Everyone Welcome. For more information contact Shag Mead at 276-565-4541 or [email protected]

ABATE Mason-Dixon Chapter ( Fairfax , VA )meets 8PM every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at John's Place, 11104 Lee Hwy, Fairfax , VA 22030-5005. Everyone Welcome. For more information contact Bob Seoane at 703-206-0571or [email protected]

ABATE Olde Dominion Chapter ( Falls Church , VA ) meets 8PM every 1st Monday at JVs Restaurant, 6666 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church , VA 22042-2145. Everyone Welcome. For more information contact Tank Fortner at 703-309-7197 or [email protected]

ABATE River City Chapter ( Richmond , VA )'No meetings, just action!' For more information contact Steve Skeens at 804-389-8293 or [email protected]

ABATE Virginia Cruisers Chapter ( Hampton , VA ) meets 1PM every 1st Sunday at Mugzy's Grill, 1312 E. Pembroke Ave, Hampton, VA. Everyone welcome. For more information contact Pete Bulgart at 757-870-1517 or John at [email protected].

Beacons/Christian Motorcycle Association - Meetings: 2nd Monday of each month, Piccadilly Cafeteria, Military Hwy, 6-8 PM. Monthly ride: 4th Saturday of each month, depart from Shoney’s on Indian River Rd. Check our website for ride times and more information: http://cmaner5.org/VA/BEACONSOFTIDEWATER or contact President Lenny Stowell at (757) 420-4411 or [email protected]

Bikers with Heart Foundation, Inc. 501 ©3 Non-Profit Organization, National Fallen Biker Memorial Weekend, P.O. Box 291 Bryantown, MD 20617, Office: (301) 893-2900 Email: [email protected]. Website: www.mlkm5project.com. Motto: We Ride Because We Care

Christian Motorcyclist Association Northern Virginia Chapter 348 www.nvcrcma.com NVCR meets 3rd Sat each month @ Old Country Buffet in Manassas @ 9:00 am, President – Rick Saunders, [email protected] Richmond, Va. 23230. Mike Walton, President (804) 514-9123 meetings come out and ride with us anyway. It’s not about the meetings. For more information on meetings or rides please contact our chapter president, Mark Johnson, at [email protected] or go the www.star440.org

Moose Riders District 8 Meetings 1st Monday of Month. Contact Bubba @ 804-691-7671. Email: [email protected] or Jeff @ 804-892-3346 Email: [email protected]

TAMA – Tidewater Albemarle Motorcycle Association. ALL clubs or any organization that hosts rides/events are welcome to attend. Come out & meet some good people from all around the area. We’re all working together so that each one our rides/events can be scheduled not to conflict with others & then we can all have a successful turnout. Our meetings are held @ 7PM on the 3rd Thursday of every month (except December) at the Golden Corral, on the corner of Volvo Pkwy & Battlefield Blvd in Chesapeake, VA. www.tamaevents.com Virginia Freedom Riders - Riders Against Constitutional Erosion (VFR-R.A.C.E.) exists as a grassroots State Motorcycle Rights Organization (SMRO) dedicated to protecting and restoring motorcyclists personal freedoms, liberties and individual rights. email: [email protected]. Website:vfr-race.com

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Biker Pals


A duded-up city rider only walks into a seedy tavern near Lick River, TN. He had lost his wallet out of his new “accessories bag”, but was really hungry. He sits at the bar and notices a grizzled old biker with his arms folded, staring blankly at a full bowl of chili. After fifteen minutes of just sitting there staring at it, the newbie rider bravely asks the old biker, ‘If you aren’t going to eat that, mind if I do?’ The old veteran of a thousand rides slowly turns his head toward the young pup and says, ‘Nah, you go ahead.’ Eagerly, the guy wearing the shiny new leather fashions reaches over and slides the bowl into his place and starts spooning it in with delight. He gets nearly down to the bottom of the bowl and notices a dead mouse in the chili. The sight was very shocking and he immediately barfed up the chili back into the bowl. The old biker quietly says, ‘Yep, that’s as far as I got, too.’

Last night, my friend and I were sitting in the living room and I said to her, “I never want to live in a vegetative state, dependent on some machine and fluids from a bottle. If that ever happens, just pull the plug.” She got up, unplugged the computer, and threw out my wine. She’s such a bitch.

A lone crusty, bad ass biker rode into Las Vegas one day after a week of riding. He immediately went to the closest biker bar he could find. “I’m lookin’ for the meanest, toughest and roughest hooker in all of Vegas,” he said to the bartender. “We got her” replied the bartender. “She’s upstairs in the second room on the right.” The biker handed the bartender a cool hundred to pay for the hooker and two beers. He grabbed the bottles, stomped up the stairs, kicked the door open on the second door on the right and yelled, “I’m lookin’ for the meanest, roughest and toughest hooker in all of Vegas.” The woman inside the room looked at the bad ass biker and said, “You found her!” Then she stripped naked, bent over and grabbed her ankles. “How do you know I want that position first?” asked the biker. “I don’t,” replied the hooker, “but I thought you might wanna’ open those beers before we get started.”

The body builder takes off his shirt and the blonde says, ‘What a great chest you have!’ He takes off his pants and the blonde says, ‘What massive calves you have! ’The body builder tells her, ‘That’s 100 lbs. of dynamite, baby.’ He removes his underwear and the blonde goes running away, screaming. The body builder gets dressed and chases after her. He catches up to her and asks why she ran away screaming. The blonde replies, ‘I was afraid to be around all that dynamite after I saw how short the fuse was!’

A fellow walks into a bar, notices a very large jar on the counter, and sees that it’s filled to the brim with $10 bills. He guesses there must be more than ten thousand dollars in it.He approaches the bartender and asks, ‘What’s with the money in the jar?’‘Well......you pay $10 and if you pass three tests, you get all the money and the keys to a brand new Lexus.’The man certainly isn’t going to pass this up. And so he asks, ‘What are the three tests?’ ‘You must pay first..... Those are the rules,’ says the bartender. So, after thinking it over a while, the man gives the bartender the $10 and the bartender drops it into the jar. ‘Okay,’ the bartender says, ‘Here’s what you need to do: First - You have to drink a whole quart of tequila, in a minute or less, and you can’t make a face while doing it.Second - There’s a pit bull chained in the back with a bad tooth. You have to remove that tooth with your bare hands.Third - There’s a 90-year old lady upstairs who has never had sex....You have to take care of that problem!’The man is stunned. ‘I know I paid my $10, but I’m not an idiot! I won’t do it! You’d have to be nuts to drink a quart of tequila, and then do all those other things... ’Your call,’ says the bartender..... ‘But, your money stays where it is...’ As time goes on, and the man has a few more drinks, he finally says, ‘Where’s the damn tequila?’ He grabs the bottle with both hands and drinks it as fast as he can. Tears stream down both cheeks... but he doesn’t make a face, and he did it in fifty-eight seconds! Next, he staggers out the back door, where he sees the pit bull chained to a pole. Soon the people inside the bar hear growling, biting, and screaming sounds... then nothing but silence! Just when they think that the man surely must be dead, he staggers back into the bar, with his shirt ripped open and there are scratches and he’s bleeding all over his body. He says, ‘Now where’s that old woman with the bad tooth?’

The other day, my Accounting Dept. friends and I went to this “Ladies Night Club. One of the girls wanted to impress us, so she pulls out a $10 bill. The male stripper came over to us, and my friend licked the $10 and put it on his butt cheek. Not to be outdone, another friend pulls out a $20 bill. She calls the guy back over, licks the $20 bill and puts it on his other butt cheek. Still attempting to impress the rest of us, my other friend pulls out a $50 bill. She calls the guy back over again, licks the $50 bill and again puts it on one of his butt cheeks. Now the attention is focused on me. What could I do to top that? I got out my wallet, thought for a minute... and then the financial genius in me took over. I got out my ATM card, swiped it down the crack of his ass, grabbed the $80 bucks and went home.


Rallyin' The Valley 5Shenandoah Harley-Davidson, Staunton, VABy Marlene Steele

Shenandoah Harley-Davidson hosted another hot Harley Event June 6 & 7. An estimated 2000 people joined Biker Bob and his staff to celebrate Rallyin’ The Valley 5. Mother Nature offered 2 days of warm, pleasant temperatures and sunshine as the parking lots filled quickly both days.

Biker Bob was on his best behavior and provided his guests with all the amenities. Vendors offered cold bev-erages, delicious snacks and food from cotton candy to smoked chicken Fine crafts along with custom products and services like LED lighting and custom artwork by Letterfly were available both days.

Saturday was pure partying with 4 bands playing through the day. The opening performance by Occum’s Razor was hot and a real crowd pleaser. This 4 member band from Waynesboro, VA provided “razor rock n roll” and got the crowd pumped up for the rest of the performers like Nathan Neff and Keith Bryant and Ironhorse.

One highlight was Shenandoah Harley-Davidson’s 2009 National Anthem performer, 12 year old Emily Henline from Staunton, VA. This small, blonde lady can belt out the National Anthem acapala. Emily was warmly welcomed and got a roaring applaud at the end of her stellar performance.

As the sun went down Saturday, the crowd was still raring to rock into the night. As Hillbilly Casino took the stage, the moon rose to greet this rockabilly band from Tennessee. Front man, Nic Roulette strutted and belted out tunes from Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley to Motorhead and The Stray Cats. This 4 piece band is a sure crowd pleaser and great guys to party with.

Shenandoah Harley-Davidson proudly welcomed Bike and Rider Show Point Series 2009 organizers Boston and Stephanie on Sunday. The bike show brought in enthusiasts and riders from all over Virginia and beyond to participate. As the sun beamed, 90 bikes were displayed and judged.

To keep Sunday lively, the day started with an upbeat, jamming performance by the 8-piece R&B/Funk & Rock sounds of Everyday People, followed by another local favor-ite group, The Rogan Brothers Band

Brothers. Josh and Eric Rogan, along with their band, rounded out the day, belting out tunes with their “outlaw country” style.

As an excited crowd gathered, a pallet of neatly pack-aged awards was bought to the stage. The big moment had arrived. As Boston and Biker Bob proudly announced their “goin’ green” effort, the crowd applauded the beautiful best of show award. The “goin” green” bike awards were all crafted by pieces of 103 year old wood and parts of motor-cycles. 65 awards were handed out, the “Best Of Show” go-ing to Bill Ski of Rixeyville, VA, for his custom touring bike.

…If you joined Biker Bob and the Staff at Shenandoah Harley-Davidson, thank you for making this event a huge success. If you didn’t…don’t miss next year!

Parking lots fill quickly as Rallyin’ The Valley 5 begins on a beautiful, summer, Saturday afternoon.

One of Shenandoah Harley-Davidson’s local favorite bands “Occum’s Razor” gets the day off to a rockin’, hot start.

Biker Bob with Chris Hawley, Co-Owner and Promoter for Brawley Fights, LLC, along with Brawley Fights Ring Girl, Brandi Moomau, announce and give details for the next hot Harley event at Shenandoah Harley-Davidson, Ragin’ 4th of July and first outdoor cage match.


Rallyin’ The Valley 5 bought a great crowd in to enjoy music, fun, food and to enjoy the offerings of over 20 vendors.

“Best Of Show” Bike and Rider Show Point Series 2009 winner at Shenandoah Harley-Davidson is Bill Ski of Rixeyville, VA. Shown with Boston and Bob, Congratulations!

Biker Bob with the “Best Of Show” award

Partying with Hillbilly Casino, into the night as Saturday ends.

Just some of the 90 bikes in the Bike and Rider Show Point Series 2009 show on Sunday.

A crowd favorite, Keith Bryant and Iron-horse managed to heat things up and slow it down all at the same time with one great performance.

Master of Ceremonies, Biker Bob Ladd, keeps things rolling and makes sure everyone has a good time.

As the sun goes down, Hillbilly Casino pumps the crowd up.

Just one shot of the many faces enjoy-ing a super day full of music!

Shenandoah Harley-Davidson’s official 2009 National Anthem performer, Em-ily Henline, amazed the crowd with her performance.


Warlocks MC of Virginia’s 9th Annual Ride In Bike Show

May 9th, 2009This event was held to benefit Henry & William Evan’s Home for Children Thanks for everybody’s support - See you next year! -Warlocks MC Virginia

Happy Birthday America!


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Maryland

All American Harley-Davidson * 8126 Leonardtown Rd.Hughesville, MD 20637

(888) 833-2REVwww.allamericanh-d.com

Harley-Davidson of Washington, DC *9407 Livingston Rd.Ft. Washington, MD

(888) HDFEVERwww.hdwash.com

Harley-Davidson/Buell of Ocean City *10716 Ocean Gateway

Berlin, MD (410) 629-1599

www.hdoceancity.com

Virginia

Bad Mo’s Custom CyclesCustom Building/Rebuilding

Fabricating & Painting Virginia Beach, VA

(757) 237-2340 or (757) 685-9697

Big Daddy'z Cycles *2810 Geo. Wash. Mem. Hwy.

Hayes, VA 23072 (In Gloucester County) (4 miles over the Coleman)

804-642-3436 fax# [email protected]

www.bigdaddyzcycles.com

Chix Custom Cycles*3745 Shore Drive

Virginia Beach, VA 23455(757) 363-2453

www.chixcustomcycles.com

Coleman Power Sports * 14105 Telegraph Rd.

Woodbridge, VA (703) 497-1500

www.wherethepoweris.com

Departure Bike Works *5216 Hull St

Richmond, VA 23224(804) 231-0244

www.departure.com

Early’s Cycle Center, Inc. *Virginia’s Leading Yamaha Dealer

1921 South High StreetHarrisonburg, VA 22801www.earlyscycle.com

Gary’s Automotive Again *23220 Airport Street

Petersburg, VA 23803(804) 733-8644

Hampton Roads Harley-Davidson/Buell *6450 George Washington Memorial Hwy

Yorktown, VA(757) 872-7223www.hrhd.com

Outlanders *4768 US Highway 211 West

Luray, VA 22835(540) 743-2040

www.outlanders.wsemail: [email protected]

Patriot Harley-Davidson *9739 Lee Highway

Fairfax, VA(703) 352-5400

www.patriothd.com

Revolutionary Harley-Davidson *1915 Pocahontas Trail Unit F-5

Williamsburg, VA 23185(757) 565-5122www.hrhd.com

Richmond Harley-Davidson *10441 Washington Highway

Glen Allen, VA(804) 550-9280

www.richmondharley.com

Shenandoah Harley-Davidson/Buell *213 Rolling Thunder Lane

Staunton, VA(540) 213-7433

www.shenhd.com

Southside Harley-Davidson/Buell, Inc. *385 North Witchduck Rd

Virginia Beach, VA (757) 499-8964www.hrhd.com

Southern Motorsports*3233 W. Mercury Blvd.

Hampton, VA 23666(757) 825-1862

www.southernmotorsportsinc.com

Thunder Road Harley-Davidson *4960 Riverside Drive

Danville, VA 24541-5630(434) 822-BIKE (2453)

www.thunderroadhd.com

LEGAL SERVICES

Epstein, Sandler & Flora P.C.413 W. York StreetNorfolk, VA 236101-800-9-THE-LAW

Tom McGrath’s Motorcycle Law Group*The Firm That Rides

Dedicated to protecting the rights of injured motorcyclists

1-800-321-8968www.motorcyclelawgroup.com

BIKER ACCESSORIES, APPAREL, LEATHERS & GIFTS

Virginia

Cycle Thunder * Apparel, Accessories & Installation

3110 W. Leigh Street Richmond, VA 23230

www.cyclethunder.com (804) 276-4982

Diva Customs 501 17th St.

Virginia Beach, VA 23451(757) 428-DIVA

www.divacustoms.com

Fast Lane Biker Gear & Accessories * 166 S. Rosemont Rd. Ste. G


Harley-Haven1920 Atlantic AveVirginia Beach, VA

(757) 425-2458www.hrhd.com

WTF Leather Crafter *Seats, Sewing, Patches, Leather work

1561 Bradford Rd. Suite 102 Virginia Beach, Va. 23455

(757) 439-2813 or (757) 582-4656

INSURANCE

Clark Insurance Agency *4709 Mason Rest Ct.

Richmond, VA (804) 271-1961

M & M Insurance Agency, Inc.3502 Mechanicsville, Tpke

P.O. Box 1106Richmond, VA 23218

(804) 321-0737 or (804) 321-0784 – [email protected]

BARS & RESTAURANTS

North Carolina

Barry’s Walnut Island Restaurant, Lodge,*Sports Center & Marina169 Walnut Island Blvd

Grandy, NC 27939(252) 453-4153

www.walnutisland.comwww.outerbanksbikeshow.com

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Harley-Davidson/Buell of Ocean City *10716 Ocean Gateway

Berlin, MD (410) 629-1599

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Staunton, VA 24401(540) 213-8026

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POWDER COATING

Virginia

Iron Core Powdercoat*3233 W. Mercury Blvd.

Hampton, VA 23666(757) 825-1862

FUN PLACES TO STAY

Maryland

Atlantic Hotel*Boardwalk & Wicomico Street

Ocean City, MD (410) 289-9111

1-(800) 3-ATLANTICwww.atlantichotelocmd.com

North Carolina

Barry’s Walnut Island Restaurant, Lodge,*Sports Center & Marina169 Walnut Island Blvd

Grandy, NC 27939(252) 453-4153

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Comfort Inn Oceanfront South 8031 Old Oregon Inlet Road

Nags Head, NC(800) 334-3302

Virginia

Rockahock Campgrounds *1428 Outpost RdLanexa, VA 23089

(804) 966-2759www.rockahock.com

FUNERAL SERVICES

Virginia

CycleHearse*1021-A High Street

Portsmouth, VA 23704office # 757-398-0419

fax# 757-398-0449web: www.cyclehearse.com

TATTOO STUDIOS

City Limits Tattoo & Piercing, Ltd. *119D Boulevard

Colonial Heights, VA 23834(804) 504-0600

www.citylimitstattoo.com

Virginia

Alley Cafe and Sports Lounge*608 N. Main St.

Kilmarnock, Va. 22482(804) 824-4353

Baker Street *1920 Centerville Turnpike #101


Boneshakers Saloon *1297 General Booth BlvdVirginia Beach, VA 23451

(757) 961-8382www.boneshakerssaloon.com

Clutch Bar & Grill*1485 General Booth Blvd (Behind Hooters)


www.clutchbarandgrill.comemail: [email protected]

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Damon & Company Sports Bar & Grill *7104 George Washington Mem. Hwy, Rt 17 North

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Knuckleheads Roadhouse *401 North Witchduck RoadVirginia Beach, VA 23462

(757) 644-6200www.knuckleheadsvb.com

Thunderbird Grill *201 Battery Park RoadSmithfield, VA 23430

(757) 357-7001www.ThunderbirdGrill.com

Maryland

ROCKABILLYS*Bar & Liquor Store

2101-2111 Old Orems RoadBaltimore, MD 21220

(410) [email protected]

rockabilys.net

MOTORCYCLE RACING & EVENTS

Maryland International Racewaywww.mirdrag.com

Virginia Motorsports Park *8018 Boydton Plank Rd.Petersburg, VA 23803

(804) 862-3174www.virginiamotorsportspk.com

Dirt Drags at Slade’s Park111 Mount Ray Drive

Surry, VA 23883Contact Joe Brookman (804) 221-3959

MOTORCYCLE RENTALS

Virginia

Eagle Rider Winchester *140 Independence DrWinchester, VA 22602

(540) 662-9292www.EagleRiderWinchester.com

Graffiti’s Ink Gallery – 3 locations *2311 Hungary Rd.

Richmond, VA 23228(804) 261-5689

www.graffitistattoo.com

111-A W. Williamsburg Rd. *Sandston, VA 23150

(804) 328-6989www.graffitistattoo.com

7122 Mechanicsville Turnpike *

Mechanicsville, VA 23111(804) 559-4658

www.graffitistattoo.com

PERSONAL SERVICES

Kuttin Station *For ALL your hair needs!

13509 Boydton Plank Road (Route 1)Dinwiddie, VA 23841

Biker Specials!(804) 469-9003

TRAILER SALES

Open Road Outfitters *45763 Elmwood Court

Sterling, VA 201661(800) 541-6736

[email protected]

BIKER FRIENDLY DIRECTORY

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Specializing in Southern, Classic & Modern Rock

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Tattoo of the Month

In The DayBACK


News BytesMISSOURI HELMET FREEDOM STILL ON HOLDLegislation to partially repeal the “Show Me” state’s 42-year old mandatory helmet law has been sitting on Governor Jay Nixon’s desk since May 29, awaiting his approval or veto. Senate Bill 202, a bill to allow motorcyclists 21 and older to ride without helmets except on the interstate highway system, passed both the House and Senate and will become law in Nixon doesn’t veto the measure. In addition to the helmet provisions, SB 202 introduced by Senator Kurt Schaefer (R-Columbia) would also prohibit insurance companies from reducing claims from injured motorcycle riders on the grounds that a motorcycle is a hazardous vehicle, even if the rider is fault-free. Nixon has received about 1,000 e-mails and let-ters on the motorcycle legislation -- more than on any other legislative issue, said a spokesman for the governor’s office. Those urging the governor to sign the legislation outnumbered those urging a veto by about 7-to-1, according to analysis of the messages by The Associated Press. Mark Chapman, chairman of the Freedom of Road Riders of Missouri, said that motorcyclists should be allowed to decide for themselves when conditions warrant wearing a helmet. “It should be my choice as an adult,” Chapman said. “It’s not like I’m a 10 year old trying to kill myself.” Those who urged him to sign the bill -- some of whom said they regularly wear helmets -- mentioned personal freedom and suggested that not requiring helmets could spur tourism. FORR-MO is appealing to riders nation-wide to contact his office and urge Gov. Nixon to sign the bill into law or allow it to automatically become law without his signature. You can call Missouri Governor Jay Nixon at (573) 751-3222, e-mail him through www.governor.mo.gov or write to P.O. Box 720, Jefferson City, MO 65102. OMAHA POLICE TO ENFORCE HELMET COMPLIANCE If you’ve ever wondered where some of your state and federal motorcycle safety funds are being spent, the Nebraska Office of Highway Safety has awarded a grant to fund extra police officers on the streets to ensure motorcyclists are compliant with Nebraska state laws regarding motorcycle helmets. The Omaha Police Department received $25,000 in grant funding to begin operations to enforce motorcycle helmet compliance throughout the entire city from May 27 through September 30, 2009. Nebraska state law specifies that protective helmets that meet the United States Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard #218 are required for all operators and passengers of a motorcycle or moped. Citing safety concerns, officers will be citing operators who are in vio-lation of this law and confiscating their non-compliant helmets. In the meantime, Vermont State Police are advising motorcy-clists that a new state law goes into effect on July 1st requir-ing that all helmets be DOT approved, similar to a measure enacted recently in North Carolina. SMOG, OR SMOKE & MIRRORS?In spite of already having the lowest motorcycle emissions standards in the country, and despite verbal promises from the legislative sponsor in response to key Senate opposition, a bill to enact Smog Checks for motorcycles has passed the California State Senate and may be heard in the Assembly

as early as June 29th. ABATE of California is seeking nation-wide assistance to quash this bill once and for all. “Our out of state brothers and sisters may be our most effective resource in fighting the motorcycle smog bill,” wrote ABATE Executive Director Tim Tennimon in a request to NCOM to help rally op-position to Senate Bill 435. “SB 435 has been passed to the Assembly as a SMOG CHECK BILL on the verbal promise to amend but has not yet been fulfilled. It would appear that it may go so far as to include all 3 (smog check, noise, and cata-lytic converter with random pull over inspection thrown in for good measure),” explains Tennimon. Sponsor of the measure, Santa Monica Senator Fran Pavley, agreed to remove the controversial biennial emissions testing when the bill passed the Senate, but no such action has yet been taken. ABATE Lobbyist Jim Lombardo reports that “I personally spoke with the committee staff and they have not been officially notified that SB 435 is to be amended or turned into a 2-year bill, and even if it had, Pavley could ask for it to be reset for a hear-ing…the stakes are too high to be caught with our pants down: LET’S KILL SB 435 -- IT IS STILL A SMOG CHECK BILL!!!” Therefore, ABATE of CA is asking all out of state motorcyclists to contact the Chairman of the Assembly Transportation Com-mittee, Mike Eng at phone (916) 319-2049, fax 916-319-2149, or e-mail [email protected], and also Gov-ernor Arnold Schwarzenegger at phone (916) 445-2841, fax 916-558-3160, or e-mail at gov.ca.gov, and let them know that if you are going to be at risk of being singled out and pulled over for exhaust system inspections when you visit California then you will choose another location to spend your vacation dollars, and urge their NO vote on SB 435. “Unfortunately many laws of this type start in California and spread to other states,” warns Tennimon, so “the place to stop it is here and now, then hopefully you won’t have to deal with anything like this in your state.” AIM ATTORNEY SUES NY POLICE FOR ILLEGAL CHECK-POINTS Proner & Proner, Attorneys at law, has filed a Fed-eral class action lawsuit in the Federal Court for the Northern District of New York against the New York State Police as well as New York State and county authorities to stop them from conducting motorcycle-only roadblocks near popular motor-cycle events. Last year the New York State Police and county sheriffs stopped every motorcycle en route to twelve different events for “safety checks.” With the riding season starting, the New York State Police expect to conduct up to fifteen motorcycle-only roadblocks throughout the state this year. One of the events targeted was Americade, the largest motorcycle event in the Northeast. Police set up two checkpoints during the Lake George-based rally in June that netted 84 tickets for unapproved helmets, 19 for modified exhausts and 32 other vehicle and traffic violations. New York A.I.M. (Aid to Injured Motorcyclists) Attorney Mitchell Proner, an active motorcyclist and personal injury attorney, is initiating the lawsuit on behalf of all motorcyclists. ABATE of New York supports the legal action. Proner said that the New York State Police “uses the pretense of safety inspections to delay and harass motorcy-clists without any reasonable belief that any laws are being broken.” Although courts have upheld DWI checkpoints as


News Bytesgenerally permissible, “These motorcycle roadblock stops are lengthy and do not address any legitimate safety concerns,” according to Proner. MYRTLE BEACH HELMET LAW LAWSUIT UPDATEFollowing is an update from Matt Danielson of Tom McGrath’s Motorcycle Law Group regarding the lawsuit filed against the helmet law enacted by the city council of Myrtle Beach, SC. “Forty-nine of the motorcyclists who took part in the Myrtle Beach Freedom Ride and who were ticketed for violations have had their cases stayed yesterday. A.I.M. Attorney Tom McGrath filed motions to have the cases dismissed due to lack of jurisdiction. The original city ordinance mandated that the violations, which are civil in nature, be heard by a special tribu-nal created by the city. However, since that time the tribunals have been found to be unconstitutional (or at least suggested to be by the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of South Carolina). The city moved the cases to municipal court. How-ever, the State Code of South Carolina specifically states that the municipal courts do not have jurisdiction over civil matters. Since the city served the 49 defendants via mail after the Chief Justice’s ruling, they were forced to admit that the infractions were civil in nature since you can’t serve a criminal complaint by mail. That put the City of Myrtle Beach in a box since State Code says the municipal courts do not have jurisdiction over civil matters. The court decided to stay the trials of these mat-ters while deciding how to rule. The court has stated that none of the defendants need to appear on the scheduled dates. We expect a ruling soon. In the meantime, motions have been filed in the South Carolina Supreme Court to declare the ordinances void. More information will be forthcoming as it is made available.” PENNSYLVANIA SENATOR WANTS TO GIVE YOU $4,500 TO BUY A NEW MOTORCYCLE U.S. Senator Bob Casey (D-PA), a longtime advocate for the Harley-Davidson Motor Co., has introduced legislation that would provide up to $4,500 for motorcycle buyers who trade in an older, gas guzzling car or truck. Harley has its largest assembly plant in York, Pa., where it employs more than 2,000 people. Recently, the company said it might close its York operations due to the downturn in the economy and falling motorcycle sales. Senator Casey wants his proposal attached to the “cash for clunkers” bill passed recently in the U.S. House of Representatives. It authorizes the program for one year, for a total cost of $4 bil-lion. To be eligible, a trade-in car must get less than 18 miles per gallon, and the new vehicle must get at least 22 mpg. The voucher would be worth $4,500 if the gas mileage of the new car is at least 10 mpg higher than the old vehicle. Casey said his legislation would help spur economic recovery and protect manufacturing jobs in Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and other states where motorcycles and bike parts are manufactured and assembled. New motorcycle sales in the United States fell 8% in 2007 and 10% in 2008. The proposal “is positive from our perspective,” said Harley spokeswoman Rebecca Bortner, adding that swapping an old car for a bike would be an easy upgrade in fuel efficiency.

BILL MAY BAN BIKER BARSRevving up for a fight, motorcycle clubs in Virginia say they are being unfairly targeted by the state’s ABC Board for what they wear. Motorcyclists who recently rallied at a Richmond Public Safety meeting say they are trying to appeal to Richmond City Council members to repeal a new State law. In 2008, the General Assembly passed HB 1117 Alcohol Beverage Control; a bill saying that bars and restaurants could be stripped of their liquor license by allowing groups into their establishments who wear certain gang affiliations or colors. Although aimed at criminal street gangs, motorcyclists say they are victims of this new law and that their First Amendment rights are being violated.

BIKERNET.COM CREATES WORKING GROUP FOR MO-TORCYCLE RIGHTS Longtime bikers rights activist Keith R. Ball and the staff of Bikernet.com are working with the motor-cycle aftermarket to provide a direct link between legislative efforts, motorcycle rights groups, and the custom motorcycle aftermarket industry. “It’s been a goal of mine for 15 years to get the business side to help our freedom fighters,” said Ball. If successful, Keith hopes to encourage SEMA (the Specialty Equipment Market Association), the largest hot rod aftermarket organization in the United States, to work with us to deliver additional resources to the motorcycle rights community, since we all face similar battles. “The Motorcycle Aftermarket Work-ing Group is made up of many leaders and business owners, but we want to reach out directly to state motorcycle rights groups for their input,” said Ball, adding that they are already working closely with the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM) and the Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF). “What can we do to help keep motorcycling free?” The group is currently working on an agenda, so contact Keith Ball directly with any comments or suggestions at [email protected] or (310) 830-0630. FEDS QUESTION BIKERSThe Federal Highway Administration’s Motorcyclist Advisory Council is asking riders across the country to help state and federal highway administrators and State Motorcycle Safety Administrators (SMSA) to “better understand and plan for the needs of motorcycle riders.” Motorcycle riders are requested to complete a Motorcycle Road Issues Survey by logging onto http://tinyurl.com/ovzduo before August 1st and answering on-line survey questions that are separated into 3 distinct settings typically experienced by the majority of riders: Urban Areas (city/suburban/frequent intersections/pedestrians); Rural Areas (fewer intersections/higher speed); and Limited Access Areas (freeway/highway/toll road/minimal intersections). QUOTABLE QUOTE: “It is not the function of the government to keep the citizen from falling into error; it is the function of the citizen to keep the government from falling into error.”U.S. Supreme Court Justice Robert H. Parker, Chief Prosecu-tor for the United States of America at the Nuremberg Trials


POINTMAN PERSPECTIVE: FREEDOM There are few things more inspiring than “ Old Glory” flying in the breeze. I still get chills when I hear the Star Spangled Banner or America the Beautiful being played. They stand for freedom, freedom that is unknown in most of the world today. The dictionary defines freedom as (1) the condition of being free (2) political independence (3) possession of civil rights (4) unrestricted use or access. As we celebrate Independence Day we need to ask ourselves “ What does freedom mean to me?” “ Why should I be concerned ?, I have freedoms” True, you have freedoms now, but they are slowly eroding. It is very much like putting a frog in a pot of water. As you turn up the heat the frog adjusts to the rising temperature until it dies without putting up a struggle. So it is with our freedoms. They are slowly being taken away and we are absorbed in our own little pot of water until it will be too late. Everything our founding fathers fought for will be gone. Everything our military fought and died for over the past 400 years all over world will be for nothing because we are sitting in our little pots of water oblivious to heat that is being turned up all around us. This is the apathy I spoke about last time. I implore each one of you to become active. Let your voice be heard. Gather together, there is strength in numbers. Let Freedom Ring! Do not settle for the morsels you are being thrown. Demand integrity, accountability, action from our elected officials. Let them know they work for you, not against you. If they do not listen, vote them out and put someone in that will listen. Each of us has to be involved in the process or we slowly be absorbed by the monster we have created. However, there is hope for all of us. No matter what happens we have eternal hope in Jesus Christ. 2 Corinthians 3:17 says “ Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.” We can rejoice because the freedom Christ gives us cannot be taken away by anyone or anything. John 8:31-32 says, To the Jews who had believed in Him, Jesus said “ If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free.” Do you know the freedom that only comes through a personal relationship with the creator of the universe? Do you want to experience the peace that only Christ can give? If so, repent of your sins, ask Jesus to forgive you and come into your heart as savior and Lord of your life. As your mind and heart are transformed by His Word and Spirit, you will experience the love, peace, grace, and freedom that transcends anything this world has to offer. “ For whom the Son sets free is free indeed.” May the road rise up to meet you

May the wind always be at your back May the rain fall gently on your fields May the sun shine gently upon your face Until we meet again, may God hold you in the hollow of His hand Rev R.J.(Rocky)Angone,Jr Haven Mission / Freedom through Christ Vietnam Vet / Right Wing Extremist Circuit Rider BlackHorse Trooper Pointman International Ministries Wreaths Across America;Richmond National Cemetery Thunder Roads Magazine South Richmond Harley-Davidson (H)804-796-6626 (w)804-745-3445 (C)804-586-5060 [email protected] www.pointman.homestead.com

Rev R.J.(Rocky)Angone,Jr Circuit Rider - BlackHorse Trooper - Pointman International Ministries - Wreaths Across America - Richmond National Cemetery - Thunder Roads Magazine (H) 804-796-6626 (w) 804-745-3445 (C) 804-586-5060 [email protected] www.pointman.homestead.comRocky is an ordained minister, a Vietnam vet, and an outpost leader for Point-man International Ministries. He serves as a counselor and a staff member at Dominion Counseling and Training Center at the East Gate of Richmond. Rocky is a graduate of the Elijah House School of Prayer Ministry and is a board member of the Richmond Area Coalition of Men’s Ministries. He and his wife Donna live in Chester,Virginia and together have five children and twelve grand children. Rocky is the Business Manager for South Richmond Harley-Davidson and rides a 2002 Heritage Softail Classic.He and Donna belong to Cornerstone Assembly of God Church and is a member of the Christian Motorcyclist’s Association, the South Richmond HOG’s, and the Patriot Guard Riders. He is also associated with the Richmond International House of Prayer, “ At Ease Ministries” of Fort Lee and can be seen weekly on Comcast TV on “ Beauty From Ashes” with Bertha Hinson. A veteran’s advocate, Rocky invites your participation in this article. Share your experiences, thoughts, and your heart with us here “ On Eagles Wings” where Jesus is Lord.


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