Thunder Roads Virginia Magazine - May 2014

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Calendar Of Events............................................4 Proud To Be An American..............................8 Hot Shots..............................................................12 NCOM News Bytes..........................................22 On Eagles Wings.............................................25 The Jokers Wild..............................................26 Biker Friendly Directory..............................32 Advertisers Index..........................................36
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Welcome back friendsIts great to see you again! I know, we cant really see you right now as you ready through these pages but you are definitely seeing us and we surely thank you for picking up a copy (or getting one in your mailbox, for all of our home subscribers). This month we turn our focus to an epic historical event that is held in Washington D.C. every Memorial Day weekendROLLING THUNDER. Many of you who have been with us over the years, know that Im a very patriotic person in which I try to bring this patriotism to the magazine by promoting support for our military and am passionate about buying Made in the U.S.A. products. Im not sure if my being born on the 4th of July has anything to do with it, but the U.S. military and being a passionate patriot seems to run in my blood. I followed the footsteps of my parents and grandfather as they served on active duty back in WWII.My mom was U.S. Navy Yeoman, my dad was enlisted in the Air Force along with my grandfather who was a Warrant Officer. I proudly served on active duty in the U.S. Navy for 13 years. Ask anyone who has served in any branch of the military & I could bet that they have lots of great stories to tell and are passionate about their time served. Ask if they had to do it all over againchances are they wouldnt change a thing, except maybe they may have stayed in longer. God knows where I would be today without having experienced my time in the service. I am so proud of my little brother Nick, who came in the Navy after I did & is now getting ready to retire with 30 years of servicemy little brother, the Master Chiefwho-da-thunk-it?...way to go little bro. My oldest son Curtis is a 1st Class in the Navy with over 14 years of active duty & is currently on a 3 year tour with the U.S. Navys Blue Angels as a team memberI couldnt be prouder. Curtis has served time in Iraq and also had the unique opportunity and honor to be a part of JPAC (Joint POW/MIA Accounting Command) to Viet Nam to help look for remains of POWs. It was a life changing event that he will never forget. I share all of this with you in hopes that you understand how things come full circle when it comes to supporting causes and the passion that is behind those causes that keep them alive. There is a special Proud To Be An American section this month about the history of ROLLING THUNDER & how it all got started. The story comes directly from the founder himself, Ray F. Manzo. Please take the time to read it & if you are participating in Rolling Thunder this year, I hope that the letters and information provide you with a greater understanding and meaning of what its all about. We participate in rides and events all of the time but do you really know what the cause is all about or is it just a ride to you?...check it out and please share with us your stories and pictures of Rolling Thunder or any events that you participate in. Thanks for being here with us again have an awesome month of May & we will see you again next timeStay safe! Happy Trails,
Kelly
SAVE YOUR DATE!!! IS YOUR EVENT IN OUR CALENDAR??? If not, submit it on the Events page of our website www.thunderroads-virginia by the 15th of the month so it will make it into the next issue. We need events submitted as far in advance as possible so that others can be respectful of the date that youve chosen for yours.
ONGOING EVENTS
BIKER CHURCH SERVICES

Seven Cities Freedom Biker Church, 414 S. Battlefield Blvd, Chesapeake, VA 23322 757-333-2555 www.freedombikerchurchvabeach.com HANGOUT TIME: SUNDAY@ 10:00AM WORSHIP RALLY: SUNDAY@10:30AM COME TO JESUS MEETING WEDNESDAY @7PM
at Richmond Harley-Davidson and will end at Steel Horse Harley-Davidson with stops at two Capital Ale House locations and Strangways Brewery . Registration begins at 10am, 1st bike out at 11am, last bike out at 1pm. Use our planned route or create a route of your own! Food, 50/50 raffle, and Live entertainment featuring JULIE ROBERTS & Billie Joe Trio begins at 1pm @ Steel Horse Harley-Davidson. All proceeds from the event will go to the Central & Eastern Virginia Chapter of the MS Society. May 17th Poker Run Prince George & Jarratt, VA Chris Davidson 3rd Annual Poker Run, May 17th 2014 Sponsored by the Red Knights MC VA8. $400.00 Best Hand, $100.00 Lowest Hand. Leaving Commonwealth Power Sports 2000 Waterside Dr. Prince George Va. 23875. Ending at Jarratt Vol. Fire Dept. 416 Jarratt Ave. Jarratt Va. 23867. A 60+ mile ride through the country. Registration opens at 9 AM, First Bike Out at 9:45, Last bike out at 10:15. $20.00 per Bike, $10.00 per Rider, $5.00 Extra Hand. $5.00 for card re-draw at each stop 3 Max 50/50 tickets, Food and Silent auction at the Fire House. Any Questions call Larry McClung 804-720-5918 or Ronnie Wray 804-212-9699 May 17th Porch Party Orange, VA Southern hospitality at its best! Enjoy free fried chicken & sweet tea on the front porch- pin striping- patch sewing- door prizes and more! Waugh Enterprises Harley-Davidson, 385 Waugh Blvd, Orange VA 22960, www.waughhd.com 800-88-WAUGH May 23rd 25th Thunder for the Cause Bike Event Fredericksburg, VA Join us and the All American Girls Memorial Day Weekend, May 23-25, 2014 at the Fredericksburg Fairgrounds! This year we have partnered with the Virginia Wounded Warriors Program and will be benefiting them. 100% of the proceeds collected with go directly to the military men and women in need of their services. We will be featuring camping, live entertainment, bike show, bike rodeo, monster truck exhibit, the Miss Thunder Rose Bikini Contest, Best Thunder Beer Gut Contest, vendors, food concessionaires, beer, corn hole, and more! For anyone wanting to participate in Rolling Thunder there will be a police escorted motorcade that leaves the Fairgrounds at 7:00am to join up with the main ride heading to Washington, D.C. Please join us and show your support for our military personnel and vets! www.thunderforthecause.com Fredericksburg Fairgrounds, 2400 Airport Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 May 23rd 25th Ride of the Patriots - Fairfax, VA Come Join Us. The Ride of the Patriots 2014. The 16th Annual Ride of the Patriots to Rolling Thunder will take place on Sunday May 25, 2014 during the Memorial Day Weekend. Patriot Harley-Davidson and the Fairfax VA Chapter, Harley Owners Group welcome you to join us for this signature event. We are very pleased that the Ride of the Patriots has become a highly anticipated community event and our hopes are that all bikers and bikes will feel welcome and join us for this police escorted ride to the Pentagon to participate in Rolling Thunders Ride for Freedom XXVII. 2012 Commemorative T-Shirt Design. The Ride of the Patriots is an exciting four-day event spanning the entire Memorial Day weekend. All activities for the weekend are at or begin at Patriot HarleyDavidson, located just West of Fairfax Circle on Fairfax Boulevard (Map). The Patriot Harley-Davidson parking lot is designated for bikes only from Friday morning until after the departure of the Ride on Sunday Morning. Visiting Patriot H-D on Friday (May 23rd) has become a tradition amongst out-of-towners looking to reunite with old friends and family. So this year at Patriot, Friday will have live music, Letterfly Pin Striping, Squealz on Wheelz (a Non-Profit BBQ org. that donates its profits to help veterans and their families), and VA Rigging for your patch sewing needs onsite. On Friday evening at 5:30 pm, May 23rd, the Chapter rides to the Candlelight Vigil at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Activities continue on Saturday, May 24th, with the Patriot Harley-Davidson Open House (9:00 am -6:00 pm) where you may have your National H.O.G. membership card swiped to receive a commemorative pin for Rolling Thunder XXVII, buy a Ride of the Patriots 2014 commemorative T-Shirt from the dealership and the Ride of the Patriots 2014 commemorative coin and pin at the Chapter H.O.G. booth (while supplies last).
MOTORCYCLE MINISTRIES & CHURCH SERVICES Leonardtown, Md. Rushing Wind Ministry, 25530 Point Lookout Rd,(Rt.5) Gordon Bacon Preacher, 240 577 0605, preacherrwm@yahoo.com. Every Third Sunday at 2pm-5pm Gathering for a Fellowship meal and Time of Ministry of the Word of God. Bible study every Wednesday night at 7pm8:30. Home Of Rushing Wind Motorcycle Ministry. Facebook; RushingWind MotorcycleMinistry. Third Saturday Rushing Wind M/M Ride (All are welcome to attend). Meet Same Time and Place each month.(contact us for more info) 240-577-0605. Liberty Biker Church Our focus is sharing the Word of God with the motorcycle community, without all the preconceived ideas that you have to dress a certain way or look like everyone else. For anyone who thinks you have to fit in or be like everyone else, guess what: People can be different. And so is Liberty Biker Church. Come visit us in our new, permanent location in Suffolk! Hangaround (social) time: 10 a.m. with free donuts and coffee Worship service: 11 a.m. with contemporary music. Our address is 4165 Pruden Blvd. (Route 460), Suffolk, VA, contact is Pastor Jim Manner, (757) 376-3612 Tidewater Motorcycles Chili Dog Social EVERY TUESDAY Free Chili Dogs every Tuesday at Tidewater Motorcycles. 4324 Godwin Blvd, Suffolk, VA 23434. visit www.tidewatermotorcycles.net for more info.
May 9th 18th Spring Beach Rally 2014 Garden City Beach, SC Spring Beach Rally May 9th-18th 2014, also called Harley Bike Week is a week-long Motorcycle Rally that started in 1940 and attracted as many as 250,000 visitors to the area every May. As the rally continues now in 2014 we invite all bikers to our event which takes place May 9th-18th 2014. This event has made great strides and efforts on coming back and to become one of the more popular spring rallies in the United States. visit http://www. springbeachrally.com May 10th Rat Roast Harbinger, NC Swap Meet and Car, Truck & Motorcycle Event! Outer Banks H-D, 8739 Caratoke Hwy, Harbinger, NC 27941, (252) 338-8866, www.outerbankshd.com May 17th Biker rally culminating with prayer ride around Richmond - Colonial Heights, VA Biker blessing, bike games, music, vendors, bike show culminating with a prayer ride around Richmond, Va. Contact Joey Collins for more information at bfc777richmond@gmail.com or (804) 926-8950 or online at http://www.bfcrva.org/ The event will be held in the parking lot of Mt Pleasant Baptist Church, 3110 Greenwood Avenue, Colonial Heights, Va. 23834. The ride will depart Colonial Heights, ride around the city of Richmond, Va and return to Colonial Heights. May 17th MS Poker Run & Concert Richmond, VA DO YOU KNOW WHAT MS LOOKS LIKE? Over 400,000 people in the US are diagnosed with Multiple sclerosis and yet many know little about this disease. While much has been done to find a cure much more is needed. The first step is awareness. Poker Run starts
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Visit the Patriot Harley-Davidson website for open house details. Of course the most visible event is on Sunday, May 25th, at Patriot H-D when we honor our heroes and ride to Rolling Thunder. The weekend finale is a Chapter ride in the Falls Church Memorial Day Parade. For an account of Ride of the Patriots, please read this Patriot H-D Blog on the Ceremony and Ride. This year is the 27th Rolling Thunder. The event grows larger every year and is now the largest single-day motorcycle event in the world. Rolling Thunder not only honors and remembers those who fought in Vietnam, but also honors the servicemen and women in uniform. The Armed Forces Color Guard who serve our nation, protecting and defending our liberty and democracy. The events of September 11, 2001 made all citizens aware of how precious our liberty is and grateful for the sacrifices of those in military service who defend our freedoms. Since 9/11 we have gained a renewed awareness of the tremendous job first responders do to keep us safe and out of harms way. Firefighters and Law Enforcement Officers are the unsung heroes here at home. Operation Liberty in Afghanistan and the vigilance of those defending Homeland Security remind us daily of the courage and sacrifice of our military. The Ride of the Patriots and Rolling Thunder especially honors those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice to protect and defend our freedoms and our nationLEST WE FORGET. Bikers participation in Rolling Thunder began primarily with Vietnam War veterans having a special focus on MIAs. The rider group has now grown to include over 400,000 riders from across the USA who participate for many personal reasons, though primarily to honor all veterans. Spectators join in the event all along the route to the Pentagon and on the parade route thru Washington, DC to pay tribute and to honor our military heroes on this solemn occasion. Each year over 3,500 bikes from the local area as well as from points across the USA and Canada joined us for the Ride of the Patriots. The bikers assemble in an orderly manner eastbound along Fairfax Boulevard (Lee Highway) starting at Patriot Harley-Davidson and then with the help of Police motor squad units from Fairfax County, the City of Fairfax and Arlington County are escorted safely to the Pentagon staging area to join 400,000 other bikers for Rolling Thunder. Community Parade: The Ride of the Patriots to Rolling Thunder on Sunday (see the schedule) begins with a parade down Fairfax Boulevard and an Opening Ceremony that brings the community and the bikers together to recognize the significance of this day. City leaders, State and Federal Delegates, the Fairfax High School Band, Fairfax City and County Fire and Police units, the Northern Virginia Firefighters Emerald Society Pipe Band, the American Legion, Honor Guards, etc. have active parts in the event on Sunday morning. Spectators from the community line Fairfax Boulevard to recognize the riders and honor this Memorial Day weekend. The Ride of the Patriots takes the message of remembrance and honor for those who gave the most for our country and our freedoms from the City of Fairfax and Fairfax County citizens on to join with many others from the USA and Canada at Rolling Thunder and we are proud to do so. Please join us. You will never forget. Patriot Harley-Davidson 9739 Fairfax Blvd Fairfax, VA 22031. May 24th Rat Roast Harbinger, NC Swap Meet and Car, Truck & Motorcycle Event! Outer Banks H-D, 8739 Caratoke Hwy, Harbinger, NC 27941, (252) 338-8866, www.outerbankshd.com May 24th Five Forks Ruritan Club Williamsburg Charity Motorcycle Ride Williamsburg, VA Williamsburg Jamestown Airport, 100 Marclay Road, Williamsburg, VA 23185. Registration 9am to 11am. $125 Best Poker Hand. Contact Charlie Rogers (757) 229-9256 or fiveforksruritan@yahoo.com May 24th & 25th Your Official Reunion Spot for Rolling Thunder XXVII - Fort Washington, MD Join Harley-Davidson of Washington D.C. for Rolling Thunder XXVII! Saturday, May 24th- Store opens at 10am. There will be, FREE food and Drinks (while supplies last), Lots of Activities, Live Music, 30+ Vendors on site! Sunday, May 25th- Free Coffee and Donuts at 7:30am (while supplies last). Police Escorted ride leaves for the Pentagon at 9:00am. Harley-Davidson of Washington, D.C. 9407 Livingston Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744, 301-248-1200 | 888-HD-FEVER. Visit www.hdwash.com for more information May 24th Able Forces Freedom Fest Sterling, VA The Able Forces Freedom Fest will benefit the Veteran Crisis Assistance Fund. This event will include a bike show, a demonstration by the Fairfax County Motorcycle Unit, live music, beverages, vendors, and more. This will be a great event for a great cause. The events starts at 11:00 am and runs to approximately 6:00 pm. Hardcore Choppers, 44964 Underwood Lane, Sterling, VA May 25th Your Official Reunion Spot for Rolling Thunder XXVII - Fort Washington, MD Join Harley-Davidson of Washington D.C. for Rolling Thunder XXVII! Sunday, May 25th- Free Coffee and Donuts at 7:30am (while supplies last). Police Escorted ride leaves for the Pentagon at 9:00am. Harley-Davidson of Washington, D.C., 9407 Livingston Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744. Visit www.hdwash.com for more information. May 30th & 31st Boone Bike Rally Boone, NC Come join us in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina for our annual Bike Rally. Music by: The JJL Band, Cold Ethyl, Problem Child, Throwdown Jones, & more. Wet T Shirt Contest, $250.00 1st Place. Bike Games $500.00. Bike Contest $500.00. Vendors, Fun, and more. BYOB. Friday 15.00. Saturday 25.00. Weekend Pass 30.00. High Country Fairgrounds is located 5 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway. 748 Roby Greene Rd Boone NC 28607 May 31st MDA Poker Run - Virginia Beach, VA MDA Poker Run sponsored by Castaways Riding Club and Bayside Harley Owners Group will begin at Grumpys Bar and Grill, 995 Kempsville Road, Virginia Beach. Breakfast and registration will be 8:30 to 10:30 with last bike out at 11:00. $15/ bike and $5/additional rider. The run will end at Jakes BBQ, 1784 General Booth Blvd., Virginia Beach with awards, food, prizes, live music and festivities from 1-4 PM. For more information, contact Howard Albrecht at 757-339-3806 or hjaheadroadcaptain@gmail.com. All proceeds benefit the MDAs summer camp program. June 7th Rat Roast Harbinger, NC Swap Meet and Car, Truck & Motorcycle Event! Outer Banks H-D, 8739 Caratoke Hwy, Harbinger, NC 27941, (252) 338-8866, www.outerbankshd.com Jun 8th Motorcycle & ATV Dirt Drags @ Slades Park Surry, VA Gates open at 9am. Admission $15. Kids under 10 not racing are FREE. Free vendor setup please call 1st. Trophies & Cash-All Classes. Top Fuel at its Best Pro Gas/Dirt Bikes. No Colors No Glass No Digs! Race information contact Joe Brookman (804) 221-3959 or email trufmejo@aol.com. Jun 13th-15th Back of the Dragon Days, The Dragon Roars Tazwell, VA Friday starting at 5:30pm to 10:30pm. Three Great Bands. Saturday 14 June 2014 starting at 10:00am Parade, 11:00am Opening Ceremony. Bike Show registration $10.00 starting at 11:00am until 2:00pm trophies presentation at 3:00pm. Food vendors, motorcycle/sport car vendors. 5:30 to 10:30 three great bands. 15 June 2014 starting at 1:00pm Jimmy Ramey memorial run, conducted by the Tazewell County Chapter ABATE. $20.00 Fee. Food and Great Prizes! For additional info. go to www.backofthedragon.com Or contact Larry Davidson at 276-988-5726. Come to Tazewell VA. and enjoy three great days with Back of the Dragon. Tazewell High School, 167 Cosby Blvd. Tazewell VA.24651 Jun 14th Old Dudes MC 13th Annual Poker Run & Auction - Newport News, VA All proceeds remain local to benefit Beyond Boobs!, who are dedicated to saving lives by providing breast health education for all and to healing lives of young women diagnosed with breast cancer. Registration is from 9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. at Quaker Steak & Lube, 12832 Jefferson Ave. Newport News, VA. Breakfast buffet will be available for $7.99 beginning at 8:30 a.m. Registration fee is $15.00 for Rider (includes 1 hand); $5.00 for Passenger (includes 1 hand). Additional poker hands are available for $5.00 each or five for $20.00. The Poker Run route travels down the beautiful Colonial Parkway to the first stop in Williamsburg. From Williamsburg the route goes through West Point, Gloucester, back through Yorktown with the final destination being Hosss Deli in Newport News. Festivities at Hosss will include: $200 Best Hand and money back for Worst Hand awards; a 50/50 raffle; ride shirts for purchase; a live auction; and live music. All you can eat burgers, hot dogs and chips will also be available for $5.00. Please come support this most worthy cause. Feeling what now? is a common reaction to the end of treatment when a woman has finished fighting on the front line against this disease and is now trying to find her new normal. Young women, uniquely, may also have issues with infertility, body image, intimacy, dating and feelings of isolation from peers, or juggling young families and jobs. Help the Old Dudes M/C help Beyond Boobs! provide love and laughter to young women learning to adjust to a new normal Visit us on Facebook Old Dudes M/C and BeyondBoobs!
un 14th 22nd Annual Big Damn Bike Show Orange, VA One of the largest motorcycle events in Central Virginia! Free bike show, police riding demonstrations, live music, vendors, childrens activities and more! Waugh Enterprises HarleyDavidson, 385 Waugh Blvd, Orange VA 22960. 800-88-WAUGH www.waughhd.com. Contact bonnie@waughhd.com for more info! Jun 14th The Desert Knights of America MC 5th Annual Hooters Poker Run for Fisher House Woodbridge, VA The Desert Knights of America Motorcycle Club will be hosting their 5th Annual Hooters Poker run on Saturday, June 14th, 2014. Take a ride to four different Hooters in Northern Virginia, gather your hand, and win some cool prizes. There will be a 50/50 raffle, high/low hand prizes, and door prizes. Proceeds will benefit the Fisher House in support of our wounded Soldiers and their families. All makes of bikes and all vehicles are welcome. All colors welcome. $15 per hand. Start: Hooters Potomac Mills, 2630 Prince William Pkwy, Woodbridge, Virginia 22192, Registration 1000-1045 Wheels up at 1100, Contact: Scout email: infowoodbridge@ desertknightsmc.com Jun 14th 6th Annual Katelynn Stinnett Memorial Ride Virginia Fredericksburg, VA A child abuse and awareness and prevention poker run. All proceeds to benefit Prevent Child Abuse Virginia, www.pcav.org. The ride will begin and end at Hard Times Cafe - 4 Mile, 5099 D Jefferson Davis Highway, Fredericksburg, VA 22408. Register online or onsite from 9:30am-10:30am. Ride Donation: $20 Rider/Passenger. For more information, visit http://www. KatelynnStinnettMemorialRideVirginia.com or contact Wayne at 703-785-1814 or by email to Wayne@KatelynnStinnettMemorialRideVirginia.com. Location: Hard Times Cafe, 5099 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 Jun 20th 22nd ABATE of Virginia State Rally Weekend 2014 Spout Spring, VA $20/person for weekend. $10/person day pass. All Welcome. Admission includes: camping, free food, motorcycle rodeo games, ABATE State Ride, vendors, all campground amenities, Pus Live entertainment: Diamond Jack Karaoke on Friday Night & UNSPOKEN Saturday Night. Paradise Lake Campground, 1105 Paradise Lake, Pout Spring, VA Jun 28 Rat Roast Harbinger, NC Swap Meet and Car, Truck & Motorcycle Event! Outer Banks H-D, 8739 Caratoke Hwy, Harbinger, NC 27941, (252) 338-8866, www.outerbankshd.com
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Aug 10th Rural Retreat Vol. Fire Department 7th Annual Poker Run Rural Retreat, VA 7th Annual Rural Retreat Vol. Fire Department Poker Run Sunday August 10th. Sign up begins @12pm Kickstands up @ 1pm. RRFD 210 East Rail Road Ave. Rural Retreat Va, 24368. Meal provided after ride. For more info contact C.J.Earles @ 276-617-1439 or cjearles@yahoo.com. www.ruralretreatfiredept.com Aug 10th Motorcycle & ATV Dirt Drags @ Slades Park Surry, VA Gates open at 9am. Admission $15. Kids under 10 not racing are FREE. Free vendor setup please call 1st. Trophies & Cash-All Classes. Top Fuel at its Best Pro Gas/Dirt Bikes. No Colors No Glass No Digs! Race information contact Joe Brookman (804) 221-3959 or email trufmejo@aol.com. Aug 16th 16th Annual Big Daddys BBQ Orange, VA Free BBQ from 11am until its gone- live music- vendors- childrens activities- pin striping- patch sewing- DJ and more! Waugh Enterprises Harley-Davidson, 385 Waugh Blvd, Orange VA 22960. 800-88-WAUGH, www.waughhd.com Aug 23rd Elkton Area United Services Annual Motorcycle Benefit Ride Elkton, VA Its that time again! Elkton Area United Services (EAUS) is hosting its annual Motorcycle Benefit Ride. All donations and proceeds provide emergency assistance to local families or individuals. The benefit will take place on Saturday, August 23, 2014. Registration will open at 9:00 AM and the ride will begin at 10:00 AM. The cost is $20 per bike. Any type of motorcycle is welcome! Breakfast is included! The starting point will be Elkton Area United Services, 218 W Spotswood Trail, Elkton, VA and will end with a delicious lunch served at Merck Park. Rain date will be Sunday, August 24,2014. If you have any questions, please contact Marsha Deavers 540 298-2900 ext 205. Aug 30th Rat Roast Harbinger, NC Swap Meet and Car, Truck & Motorcycle Event! Outer Banks H-D, 8739 Caratoke Hwy, Harbinger, NC 27941, (252) 338-8866, www.outerbankshd.com Aug 30th Garage Party Harbinger, NC Ladies come check your knowledge and skill with us. Outer Banks H-D, 8739 Caratoke Hwy, Harbinger, NC 27941, (252) 338-8866, www.outerbankshd.com Sept 11th Meeting Place for the 9/11 Rememberance Ride - Fort Washington, MD 9/11- Remembrance Ride. Meeting place for the ride though D.C. to remember the victims of 9/11. Visit www.hdwash.com for more information. Harley-Davidson of Washington, D.C., 9407 Livingston Road Fort Washington, MD 20744. 301-248-1200 | 888-HD-FEVER Sept 13th Rat Roast Harbinger, NC Swap Meet and Car, Truck & Motorcycle Event! Outer Banks H-D, 8739 Caratoke Hwy, Harbinger, NC 27941, (252) 338-8866, www.outerbankshd.com Sept 14th Motorcycle & ATV Dirt Drags @ Slades Park Surry, VA Gates open at 9am. Admission $15. Kids under 10 not racing are FREE. Free vendor setup please call 1st. Trophies & Cash-All Classes. Top Fuel at its Best Pro Gas/Dirt Bikes. No Colors No Glass No Digs! Race information contact Joe Brookman (804) 221-3959 or email trufmejo@aol.com. Sept 20th Sinners to Saints Motorcycle Run Danville, VA Sponsored by the Soldiers of the Cross Club. Registration begins at 10am at Anglers Park in Danville, VA. Ride begins at 11am. Entry fee is $10 per rider, plus 2 cans of food. Free Lunch. Door Prizes. 50/50. Best in Show awarded. Ride route will be announced at the event. All proceeds go toward the SOTC Scholarship fund and the Blessed Hope Food Pantry. For more information please contact Randy Southard at (336) 382-6788
Jul 12th Rat Roast Harbinger, NC Swap Meet and Car, Truck & Motorcycle Event! Outer Banks H-D, 8739 Caratoke Hwy, Harbinger, NC 27941, (252) 338-8866, www.outerbankshd.com Jul 13th Motorcycle & ATV Dirt Drags @ Slades Park Surry, VA Gates open at 9am. Admission $15. Kids under 10 not racing are FREE. Free vendor setup please call 1st. Trophies & Cash-All Classes. Top Fuel at its Best Pro Gas/Dirt Bikes. No Colors No Glass No Digs! Race information contact Joe Brookman (804) 221-3959 or email trufmejo@aol.com. Jul 26th Stuff the Bus Harbinger, NC Help us stuff the bus with school supplies for the under privileged children of Currituck County Outer Banks H-D, 8739 Caratoke Hwy, Harbinger, NC 27941, (252) 338-8866, www. outerbankshd.com. Aug 9th Rat Roast Harbinger, NC Swap Meet and Car, Truck & Motorcycle Event! Outer Banks H-D, 8739 Caratoke Hwy, Harbinger, NC 27941, (252) 338-8866, www.outerbankshd.com
Sept 20th & 21st The Turn Poker Run Manassas, VA We are a group of local riders putting together a two-day motorcycle poker run Sept. 20-21, 2014 in the Virginia and Maryland area. This ride is going to be roughly 500 miles long. Our goal is to set the record for the longest poker run in The Guinness Book of World Records. The run will also be raising money for the research of cervical and breast cancer, a cause that is near and dear to our groups hearts. We are currently working on the route and stops and are looking for sponsors and volunteers. We will have a starting point in or near Manassas, Virginia and ending back in the same area. The ride will have 5 stops along the route and an overnight stop. Stay tuned as we publish more info. For More Information Visit our Website www.theturnpokerrun.com Sept 24th 28th Outer Banks Bike Fest Harbinger, NC September 24-28th. Beautiful scenic riding. Guided tours. Bike shows. Pokers run and more! Outer Banks H-D, 8739 Caratoke Hwy, Harbinger, NC 27941, (252) 338-8866, www.outerbankshd.com Oct 5th Motorcycle & ATV Dirt Drags @ Slades Park Surry, VA Gates open at 9am. Admission $15. Kids under 10 not racing are FREE. Free vendor setup please call 1st. Trophies & Cash-All Classes. Top Fuel at its Best Pro Gas/Dirt Bikes. No Colors No Glass No Digs! Race information contact Joe Brookman (804) 221-3959 or email trufmejo@aol.com. Oct 9th 12th Colonial Beach Bike Fest! - Colonial Beach, VA The 1st Annual Colonial Beach Bike Fest will be held October 9-12, 2014. This event will feature a variety of activities throughout that weekend including vendors, live music, bike demos and much more! How it all beganThe idea of a Bike Fest has probably been crossing the minds of bikers in the area as well as businesses in the local Colonial Beach community for years. However, it just took a couple of local business owners along with the general manager at All American HarleyDavidson and disc jockey Ripley from 97.7 The Rocket to address the topic over dinner and drinks one evening, for this event to hit the ground running and the rest is history. Colonial Beach is the perfect destination for a bike Fest because its centrally located to numerous biker communities in the Mid-Atlantic Region, has an awesome layout to accommodate the festivities as well as beautiful riding scenery and climate in the month of October! Bringing the Colonial Beach Bike Fest to life, in October 2014, will bring a community together, raise money for charities, boost local businesses and become a fun tradition for bikers all over the East Coast! Make plans now to join in the fun and youll be able to say you were at the FIRST Colonial Beach Bike Fest years down the road! http://www.colonialbeach.org/bikefest/ Oct 11th Rat Roast Harbinger, NC Swap Meet and Car, Truck & Motorcycle Event! Outer Banks H-D, 8739 Caratoke Hwy, Harbinger, NC 27941, (252) 338-8866, www.outerbankshd.com Oct 25th Pirates Run Harbinger, NC Scavenger hunt, Poker run. All proceeds benefit Currituck Kids First, a great organization that helps kids and families that are in need. Outer Banks H-D, 8739 Caratoke Hwy, Harbinger, NC 27941, (252) 338-8866, www.outerbankshd.com Oct 25th Halloween Open House! - Fort Washington, MD Join Harley-Davidson of Washington, D.C. for their Halloween Open House. There will be costume contest for Adults and Kids! Free food and free candy for the kids (while supplies last). HarleyDavidson of Washington, D.C., 9407 Livingston Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744, 301-2481200 | 888-HD-FEVER www.hdwash.com Oct 25th Halloween Open House! Hughesville - MD All American H-Ds Halloween Open House is sure to be Spook-tacular! There will be a costume contest for all (adults, kids and dogs)! Free food and candy for the kids (while supplies last)! The 7th Annual H.O.G. Chili Cook-off!- starts at 11am. Tasting over at 1pm/ Awards held at 1:30pm. Sign up by calling the dealership or contacting the H.O.G. Chapter. Visit www.allamericanh-d.com for more information. All American Harley-Davidson, 8126 Old Leonardtown Road, Hughesville, MD 20637, 301-274-5000|888-833-2REV Nov 15th Currituck Toy Run Harbinger, NC The Sheriff and Outer Banks H-D have been doing this one for many years. Help us gather toys for the underprivileged kids in Currituck for Christmas, all money helps buy toys and goes to the shop with a cop program. Outer Banks H-D, 8739 Caratoke Hwy, Harbinger, NC 27941, (252) 338-8866, www.outerbankshd.com Dec 6th Christmas Open House - Fort Washington, MD Join Harley-Davidson of Washington, D.C. for their annual Christmas Open House. Free pictures with Santa! Free Food (while Supplies last) Visit www.hdwash.com for more information. HarleyDavidson of Washington, D.C. 9407 Livingston Road, Fort Washington, MD 20744, 301-248-1200 888-HD-FEVER Dec 20th Free Pictures with Santa - Hughesville, MD Join All American H-D for their Annual Christmas Open house! There will be Free pictures with Santa! Free Food (while Supplies last) Visit www.allamericanh-d.com for more information. All American Harley-Davidson, 8126 Old Leonardtown Road, Hughesville, MD 20637, 301-2745000|888-833-2REV
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I received a package back in September 2012, from someone who I have never met in person before but because of my involvement with Rolling Thunder through my magazine for so many years, after reading the letter and other contents, I knew that I had received a piece of history that not many folks knew the true depth of passion that was behind it all. This package came from the Founder of Rolling Thunder, Ray F. Manzo. I felt so honored that Mr. Manzo had taken the time to hand write this incredible letter, sharing his deepest emotions about Rolling Thunder, sharing how it all got started with THE HUMBLE BEGINNING along with other letters that I hope you will take the time to read and sharing old newspaper clippings and photographs along with a Rolling Thunder XXV patch & patriotic emblem. As I read his letters and looked at the pictures and article, goose bumps covered me and I was overwhelmed with patriotic emotions, like I have never felt before. There I sat with a big lump in my throat looking at what I felt to be somewhat of a time capsule and an incredible piece of historythis is how Rolling Thunder all got started and Ray had entrusted these precious items into my hands, not just for me, but for me to share all of this with you. I cannot even begin to tell you what an extreme honor it is to share with all of you, the letter that he wrote and the contents of the package that I had received from him.
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Many thanks to our friend Patrick Hughes, Rolling Thunders National Photographer, who for years has generously shared his incredible photography of Rolling Thunder with our magazine, Thunder Roads Virginia and thank you for passing along copies of our magazine to Mr. Manzo so that he would know that we also support the incredible event that he founded 27 years agoROLLING THUNDER. To Ray F. Manzo I cant thank you enough for taking the time to share this piece of history with me so that I can share it with our readers, fellow riders and our motorcycle communities. I am deeply moved and feel extremely honored that you would bestow such precious pieces of Rolling Thunder history into my hands. Thank you so much for your service to our country and founding The Most Powerful Movement In History For The Men and Women Who Are Willing to Defend Which Most People Take For Granted and that is Freedom. Sincerely, Kelly Collins
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Welcome to Tazewell County, Virginia It has been said that mountains have a way of drawing you into a slower pace and heightens your senses. Nestled in the majestic Appalachian mountains of southwestern Virginia, Tazewell County is home to spectacular mountain views, diverse history and exciting outdoor recreational opportunities. Start your journey through Tazewell County at the Visitors Center. The Visitors Center is an historic cottage located at 200 Sanders Lane in Bluefield, Virginia, where listings of local events, festivals, and points of interest as well as information on attractions, lodging, restaurants, ATM machines, churches, repair shops, etc. can be found. Maps and brochures are available at the center to assist you as you chart your course through the area. Historically, the diversity of Tazewell County was based on the many ethnic groups who came to the region to find work during the industrialization of the nation. Now, the diversity is based on the variety of experiences you can enjoy. If youre looking for a slower pace, Tazewell County has it or if youre looking for an exhilarating, heart-throbbing experience, youre in the right place. Touted as Four Seasons Country, Tazewell County has exquisite foliage and is a natural habitat for an abundance of birds, wildlife and rare fresh water species. The forest resonates with natures musical ensemble of songbirds while white-tail deer, wild turkey, and ruffed grouse occasionally make an appearance. Six of eight designated points on the Mountain Heritage Loop of the Virginia Birding and Wildlife Trail are located in Tazewell County and include Sandy Head Ostrich, Burkes Garden, Lincolnshire Park/Lake, Cavitts Creek/Lake Jack Witten, Historic Crab Orchard Museum, and The Cove. The Clinch River basin which is located at the headwaters of Tazewell County has been declared by the Nature Conservancy as one of only twenty Last Great Places in the world (1990). The worlds largest collection of rare and endangered fresh water species is located here. Each year thousands of visitors experience the unparalleled beauty of Burkes Garden, a National Historic Rural District which is the highest valley in Virginia at an elevation of 3,086 feet. Sometimes referred to as Gods Thumbprint, Burkes Garden is home to the Varmint Run, one of Virginias smaller half marathon events where athletes can test their mettle around the loop course through the valley between two mountains. Numerous visitors also tour the Garden as a side trip from the Appalachian Trail, or the Heart of Appalachia Bike Route.
The Town of Pocahontas is the gateway of the Virginia Coal Heritage Trail and has numerous historical sites including the Pocahontas Exhibition Mine , a Registered National Historic Landmark, and the Pocahontas Cemetery designated a Virginia Historic Site. The Coal Heritage Museum in Pocahontas recounts the story of how King Coal fueled Americas industrial revolution. Historic Crab Orchard Museum gives a comprehensive overview of Southwest Virginia history in its galleries and living history events. The museum hosts annual events such as the Skirmish at Jeffersonville Civil War Reenactment and the Tazewell County Old Time & Bluegrass Fiddlers Convention In addition to quality museums depicting the heritage of Tazewell County, tourists will find landmarks such as the Coal Miners Memorial of the Commonwealth located in Richlands, murals, unusual brick sculptures, an abundance of historic homes, churches, and business facilities gracing the landscape throughout the towns and county. Visitors are invited to drive along the newly created trails such as the Virginia Coal Heritage Trail which depicts the history of industrialization in the region. Drive the Clinch River Artisan Trail to discover the numerous artisans and, unique restaurants throughout the counties of Tazewell and Russell. Youll also want to hear the traditional mountain music along The Crooked Road trail. Rev up the pace if youre really feeling adventurous, and check out the Back of the Dragon on Route 16 in your sports car or on your motorcycle where you will discover 32 miles of knee-draggin excitement on 15 mile per hour curves. In addition, Pocahontas ATV Trails are being developed for the off-road vehicle enthusiast. So keep checking our website at www.visittazewellcounty.org or call 1.800.588.9401 for updates . Dont miss THE BACK OF THE DRAGON-THE DRAGON ROARS Motorcycle Event June 13th - 15th, 2014 (see event ad on page 14).
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U.N. CALLS FOR UNIVERSAL HELMET LAWS WORLDWIDE The United Nations has approved a resolution on road safety that, in part, calls for member nations to enact mandatory helmet laws. Cosponsored by United States ambassador Suzanne Powers, the non-binding resolution also calls for laws against distracted driving (such as banning inappropriate cell phone use and texting while driving) and supporting global harmonization of vehicle regulations (which could include anti-tampering measures to prevent customizing and equipment modifications). The U.N. General Assembly voted to approve the Improving Global Road Safety resolution on April 10, 2014 to encourage Member States that have not yet done so to consider enacting comprehensive legislation on key risk factors for road traffic injuries, includingthe nonuse of helmets... While countries that belong to the United Nations are not required to comply with such a non-binding resolution, many member states heed UN recommendations and can set the stage for further restrictions on motorcycles and motorcycling around the world. ineffective vehicle detection devices. When motorcyclists encounter devices that fail to notice their presence, they will be allowed to proceed through the light with due caution after one complete cycle. nWeight-bearing traffic signal mechanisms were developed in the 1920s, but have mostly been phased out over the years in favor of induction loop signals which are buried in the road and triggered by ferrous metal. Many of the newer detection devices are cameras that control traffic lights based on sight or timing. There was no safe and legal way to get through until this legislation passed, Larry Walker, Government Relations Specialist for the Washington Road Riders Association, told the Oregonian newspaper. Fourteen other states have passed similar legislation. Senate Bill 5141 takes effect June 12.
MOTORCYCLE CLUBS RALLY IN SUPPORT OF MONGOLS IN PATCH SEIZURE Thousands of bikers from throughout southern California recently rallied in a show of support to combat a lawsuit brought by federal authorities seeking to take control of the Mongols M/C patch logo. The FTC SEEKING COMMENT ON ETHANOL LABELING U.S. Department of Justice last year filed a lawsuit seeking The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is soliciting comto seize control of the trademarked logo of the Mongol Nation ments on a proposed rule to require additional labeling at the Motorcycle Club LLC, arguing that the Mongols are a criminal gas pump for blends of gasoline containing more than 10% organization and that the mark is used for intimidation. But ethanol, despite the knowledge that such higher levels of the Mongols and their attorneys argue that the government ethanol-laden fuel causes engine and fuel system damage is overstepping its bounds with the lawsuit, which they said in motorcycles and ATVs and can void manufacturer warran- would infringe on the rights of club members. Theyre trying ties that extend only to the use of E-10. In response to the to destroy the right of men to associate and indicate their emergence of ethanol blends as a retail fuel and the likely association, said an attorney representing the club. The trial, increased availability of such blend, the FTC proposes an previously scheduled to begin last month, has been postponed additional label to avoid inadvertent misfueling, but under the to late September. Federal prosecutors, following an Octorule the label would be rounded to the nearest factor of 10; ber 2008 operation dubbed Black Rain in which dozens of so fuel containing up to 14% ethanol would be inaccurately Mongol members ultimately agreed to plead guilty to a host labeled E-10. Acknowledging that, In motorcycles and of charges, have labeled the Mongols an outlaw motorcycle nonroad products, EPA raised engine-failure concerns from club and argue that the government therefore has the authoroverheating, the FTC solution is another label on the pump, ity to take control of the Mongols logo to prevent violence. The and is seeking public comments now on their rule proposal. lawsuit breaks new ground in terms of trademark law, and may Deadline to submit comments is June 2, 2014. end up at the Supreme Court. Unlike a business trademark controlled by a single entity, the Mongols logo is a collective WASHINGTON STATE RIDERS ALLOWED TO RUN RED membership mark that is legally owned by one entity, but LIGHTS Washington motorcyclists will soon be allowed to held in trust for the members; Its the votes of club members run red lights under certain conditions, under Senate Bill that ultimately determined who is allowed to wear the clubs 5141 recently signed by Governor Jay Inslee, which will allow patch. The Mongols have also filed a motion to have federal riders to proceed through traffic stops controlled by ineffecJudge Otis Wright II removed from the case, alleging bias. tive detection devices. View/Post Comments Traffic vehicle Wright, who ruled in favor of the Mongols in a 2008 lawsuit detection devices are scattered throughout the state in both brought by a member whose patch was taken by law enforcerural and urban areas, giving streets green lights when they ment, has made statements indicating he is prejudiced against need them and reds when they do not. The devices, which the motorcycle club, and it was Wright who first suggested to come in the form of cameras or underground sensors, regprosecutors back in 2008 that they could go after the Mongols ister vehicles stopped at intersections and cue traffic lights trademark. If the Justice Departments lawsuit should succeed, accordingly. But to motorcyclists, the technology represents it would eventually affect more than just the Mongols, the the opposite of traffic efficiency, as the devices often fail to clubs attorney told the Daily News; Theyll go after all of the register their bikes, creating inconvenient and sometimes motorcycle clubs. dangerous moments at busy intersections. nThe motorcycle communitys longstanding wish for a solution was granted on YEMEN BANS MOTORCYCLES TO PREVENT ASSASSIMarch 31 when Gov. Inslee signed Senate Bill 5141, givNATION ATTEMPTS The Yemeni Interior Ministry imposed a ing motorcyclists the option of running red lights that rely on temporary ban on motorcycles in Sanna as consecutive driveTHUNDER ROADS MAGAZINE 18
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by shootings underscored the capitals worsening security situation, Xinhua news agency reported. Hit-and-run attacks have become common in Yemen where a popular uprising in 2011 weakened government control, so the supreme security committee ordered the ban to prevent assassination attempts. Within a matter of days, two people were shot down outside their hotel by gunmen on a motorcycle, the director of training at a police college was shot by motorcycle gunmen, and a member of parliament was killed by motorcycle-riding assassins near the Ministry of Defense. SRI LANKA MAY REQUIRE LIGHTS-ON FOR MOTORCYCLES In Sri Lanka, an island country off the coast of India where motorcycles are a prominent form of transportation, Police Headquarters is evaluating the use of headlights by motorcyclists during daytime to prevent accidents, and may consider its legalization under the Motor Traffic Act, sources said. A lights-on program was initiated during the last week of January but police said it was still too early to assess its success. A senior police officer of the city traffic division said if it was found to be successful it would be legalized and introduced countrywide, adding that it was found that motorcycle accidents had reduced in many African countries on the implementation of similar laws. funerals -- especially for troops killed in combat -- to express their belief that God is punishing the U.S. for homosexuality, but Missouri lawmakers responded to a 2005 Westboro protest of a soldiers funeral by passing a general prohibition against protests and pickets near funerals from one hour before they start until an hour after they end, later adding a specific 300-foot buffer zone. Following a protracted 8-year legal battle involving the Eighth Circuit striking down the general prohibition as an unconstitutional infringement on free speech, which was later reversed and sent back to Gaitan for further proceedings, whereupon Judge Gaitan subsequently upheld the Missouri law. InPhelps later years, the protests themselves were largely ignored or led to counter-demonstrations that easily shouted down Westboros incendiary message. A motorcycle group known as the Patriot Guard Riders arose to shield bereaved mourners at military funerals from Westboros notorious signs. In an ironic twist, the debate soon shifted to whether people should protest Phelps funeral, but according to Phelps daughter MargiePhelps-an attorney who argued the churchs case before the U.S. Supreme Court -- There will be no funeral.
NCOM CONVENTION TEACHES RIGHTS, PREACHES UNITY The largest gathering of motorcycle rights activists in the world will take place in Dallas for this years annual WEIRD NEWS: MOTORCYCLISTS ERECTION LAWSUIT NCOM Convention, which will draw thousands of concerned bikers from across the country to discuss legal and legislaPETERS OUT IN COURT A California court has dismissed tive topics of concern to all riders. The 29th annual NCOM a motorcyclists erection lawsuit, in which the rider alleged Convention will be held Mothers Day weekend, May 8-11, that a four-hour ride on his 1993 BMW K1100RS motor2014 at the Intercontinental Hotel - Dallas in Addison, Texas. cycle led to a prolonged and painful erection that lasted 20 Hosted by the Texas Confederations of Clubs, all motorcymonths, because the evidence didnt stand up in court. The motorcyclist filed a product liability lawsuit against BMW and clists are welcome and are encouraged to participate in the many meetings, seminars and group discussions that will the seat maker, claiming a motorcycle design defect in the motorcycles ridge-like saddle design gave rise to his nearly focus on legislative efforts and litigation techniques to protect two-year long bout of priapism. He claimed the painful condi- riders rights and preserve Freedom of the Road. Nearly three decades ago, on January 27, 1986, leaders of various tion left him unable to engage in sexual activity, which is causing him substantial emotional and mental anguish, and motorcycle groups from across America met in Las Vegas he sought damages for lost wages, medical expenses, emo- to discuss a coming together and the need for a national united front to protect the biker life-style and riders rights, tional distress, and general damages, motorcycle blog Visor Down reports. A urologist testified that the plaintiff indeed suf- and the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM) was born from that gathering. Founded by personal injury attorney fered from priapism, but the court rejected the testimony of a neurologist who claimed the motorcycles vibration caused Richard M. Lester and wholly supported by the Aid to Injured the disorder. That rejection of testimony led to the cases dis- Motorcyclists (A.I.M.) nationwide network of motorcycle-riding missal for lack of hard evidence. Strangely enough, one man lawyers, NCOM has grown to over 2,000 member organiwho filed a medical malpractice suit for a faulty penis implant zations representing hundreds of thousands of concerned complained that his eight-month erection prevented him from motorcycle riders nationwide. The goal and purpose of NCOM is to assist all motorcycle organizations and individual doing one of his normal activities: riding his motorcycle. riders with legal, legislative and other motorcycling issues. For more information, or to pre-register for the 2014 NCOM FUNERAL PROTEST LAW UPHELD Convention, contact the National Coalition of Motorcyclists at Fred Phelps, the infamous founder of the Westboro Baptist (800) 525-5355 or visit www.ON-A-BIKE.com. Church -- the Kansas congregation known for picketing funerals with anti-gay signs -- died of natural causes on March QUOTABLE QUOTE: As I would not be a slave, so I would 19 at the age of 84, and his death and reported excommunot be a master. This expresses my idea of democracy. nication from the church dovetails with a recent decision by ~ Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865) 16th U.S. President U.S. District Judge Fernando Gaitan, Jr., bringing closure to a nearly eight-year long legal fight over the groups funeral protests. The Westboro church gained notoriety for protesting
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Due to the current financial situation caused by the slowdown in the economy, the Government has decided to implement a scheme to put workers of 60 years of age and above on early, mandatory retirement, thus creating jobs and reducing unemployment. This scheme will be known as RAPE (Retire Aged People Early). Persons selected to be RAPED can apply to the Government to be considered for the SHAFT program (Special Help After Forced Termination). Persons who have been RAPED and SHAFTED will be reviewed under the SCREW program (System Covering Retired-Early Workers). A person may be RAPED once, SHAFTED twice and SCREWED as many times as the Government deems appropriate. Persons who have been RAPED could get AIDS (Additional Income for Dependents & Spouse) or HERPES (Half Earnings for Retired Personnel Early Severance). Obviously persons who have AIDS or HERPES will not be SHAFTED or SCREWED any further by the Government. Persons who are not RAPED and are staying on will receive as much CHIT (Challenged High Intensity Training) as possible. The Government has always prided themselves on the amount of CHIT they give our citizens. Should you feel that you do not receive enough CHIT, please bring this to the attention of your MP, who has been trained to give you all the CHIT you can personally handle. Sincerely & Dutifully, The Committee for Economic Value of Individual Lives aka (E.V.I.L.) P.S. - Due to recent budget cuts and the rising cost of electricity, gas and oil, as well as current market conditions; The Light at the End of the Tunnel has now been turned off. *Updates to follow. Lanny was in his back yard trying to launch a kite. He threw the kite up in the air, the wind would catch it for a few seconds, then, it would come crashing back down to Earth. He tried this a few more times with no success. All the while, my wife, Deb, is watching from the kitchen window, muttering to herself how men need to be tutored on how to do most everything. She opens the window and yelled out; Hey, you need a piece of tail. Lanny turned with a confused look on his face and yelled back, Make up your damn mind. Last night you told me to go fly a kite!
Back on January 1st, a group of Nashville, Tennessee bikers were riding down Highway 49 when they saw a girl about to jump off the Cumberland River Bridge. So, naturally, they stopped. Lion Head; their leader, a big burly man of 53, gets off his Harley, walks through a group of gawkers, past the State Trooper who was trying to talk her down off the railing, and says, Hey Baby.....whatcha doin up there on that railin? She says tearfully, Im going to jump and commit suicide! (even though the fall would damn sure sting when she hit the water, it would not kill her). While Lion Head didnt want to appear sensitive, he also didnt want to miss this be-a-legend opportunity either so he asked .....Well, before you jump, Sugar-Britches... why dont you give ole Lion Head here your best last kiss? So, with no hesitation at all, she leaned back over the railing and did just that ... and it was a long, deep, lingering kiss followed immediately by another even better one. After they breathlessly finished, Lion Head gets a big thumbs-up approval from his biker-buddies, the onlookers, and even the State Trooper, and then says, Wow! That was the best kiss I have ever had, Doll-Face! Thats a real talent youre wasting, Sugar Britches. You could be famous if you rode with me. Well call you the Lioness. Why the hell are you committing suicide? My lame-ass parents dont like me dressing up like a girl. * Its still unclear today whether Sugar Britches jumped or was slightly pushed! Of all the blonde jokes, this one has to be one of the best -- because it makes football make sense! A guy took his blonde girlfriend to her first football game. They had great seats right behind their teams bench. After the game, he asked her how she liked it. Oh, I really liked it, she replied, especially the tight pants and all the big muscles, but I just couldnt understand why they were killing each other over 25 cents. Dumbfounded, her boyfriend asked, What do you mean? Well, they flipped a coin, one team got it and then for the rest of the game, all they kept screaming was...........Get the quarterback! Get the quarterback! Im like...Helloooooo? Its only 25 cents !!
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DIY Humanure: I ripped out my flushing toilets in both of my bathrooms and made Humanure ones. For just pee, I made this. It has a ping pong ball that was decorated by my daughter. Its purpose is to stop the stink of the pee coming up from the bucket
HILLBILLY CAR LIFT: Im not sure what is scarier the fact that he is under the car or he probably passed on those hillbilly genes to the child behind him.
TRAILER PARK DECK: During football season you can use it for tailgating!
FAMILY FUN: Lets see how many things could possibly go wrong with this?
GeoVan: If a Geo Metro and a Cargo Van could mate this would be the love child
KEY CLIP: How else do you clip your keys to your belt if your belt loop is broken?
CONSTRUCTION SITE BBQ: Oh yum, that has to be sanitary
ROCKIN MOTORCYCLE: All is well until she rocks to far backwards and falls off the bike!
WHEELBARROW?: No wheelbarrow, no problem..Solution: One Handcart Three Storage Bins One Pitchfork Good to go!!
Too many people today feel that their life is headed toward a crash. Their life feels like two trains headed directly toward each other and there is really nothing they can do to stop it from happening. For them, a crash seems inevitable. The crash may be a personality crash in a marriage or at work. The crash may be a financial crash or an employment crash. Whatever it is, for them, life seems to have come unglued and untracked. They feel as if they are partly on track and partly off track. The final decision of where they will end up is yet to be decided. Could that be how you feel today? Maybe you feel as if you have gotten off track. Maybe you feel that something is missing in your life and you just dont know what it is. Maybe you feel like you are about to crash. Let me ask you, is there a way out? Is there any hope? Are there any answers? Is there any way to stop the crash before it happens? I want you to read this carefully, there is hope! There is an answer. There is a way out. A crash in your life does not have to happen. Where do we find that answer? Where do we turn? How do we stop the crash? Now, while there is an answer, we will not discover the hope or answer by reading our horoscope. We will not find the answer by calling a psychic hotline. We will not find our hope by consulting a fortune cookie or by picking up a self-help book at the bookstore. So, if the answers are not found in those places, where are the answers to be found? Simple. The answers to lifes questions are found in Jesus Christ. The Bible tells us that Jesus came to earth, sent by God our Heavenly Father, so that we might experience true life. Jesus came so that we could know true happiness, true peace, true joy, and true fulfillment. Jesus came so that we could genuinely know God and have a personal relationship with Him. Now they came to Jericho. As He went out of Jericho with His disciples and a great multitude, blind Bartimaeus, the son of Timaeus, sat by the road begging. And when he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out and say, Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me! Then many warned him to be quiet; but he cried out all the more, Son of David, have mercy on me! So Jesus stood still and commanded him to be called. Then they called the blind man, saying to him, Be of good cheer. Rise, He is calling you. And throwing aside his garment, he rose and came to Jesus. So Jesus answered and said to him, What do you want Me to do for you? The blind man said to Him, Rabboni, that I may receive my sight. Then Jesus said to him, Go your way; your faith has made you well. And immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus on the road (Mark 10:46-52). Now, what can we learn from Bartimaeus? What can we learn from him that will help us get plugged in to the plan that God has for our life? How can we move beyond merely Surviving and start Thriving? I want to share with you three ways. Survive; to remain alive: to continue to exist Thrive; to grow vigorously: to gain in wealth or possessions: to progress toward or realize a goal despite or because of circumstances
From Surviving to Thriving
First, to move from surviving to thriving, we must learn to CAPITALIZE ON THE OPPORTUNITIES GOD PROVIDES FOR US. Bartimaeus did just that. Once Bartimaeus discovered that Jesus was close to him, he shouted out, Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me. Second, to move from Surviving to Thriving, we must learn to MINIMIZE THE NEGATIVE VOICES THAT CLATTER AROUND US. Now, notice the crowds reaction when Bartimaeus cried out for help. Mark said, Many rebuked him and told him to be quiet. Third, if we are to move from striving to thriving, we must learn to EXERCISE THE FAITH AVAILABLE TO US. Notice, Bartimaeus boldness grabbed Jesus attention. His boldness and enthusiasm were almost impossible to miss. The reason that Jesus healed Bartimaeus was not because of his boldness, but because of his faith. It was Bartimaeus faith that triggered Jesus healing power. Jesus said to Bartimaeus, Go, your faith has healed you. You can go from just Surviving to Thriving today. The choice is yours to make!
Gordon Preacher Bacon Presently overseer of Rushing Wind Ministry in Southern Maryland and the founder of Rushing Wind Motorcycle Ministry of Maryland. Preacher was a Missionary on the Navajo Reservation in New Mexico. Pastored in Arizona, West Virginia and Lexington Park, MD. Educated at Sweetwater Bible College in Glendale, AZ, Ordained in 1983 at The Rock Church in Virginia Beach, VA. Married for almost fourty years to Debbie Santanello-Bacon aka Jersey Girl. Father of Gordon Deon Bacon (40), Gordon Ellis Bacon JR. aka G-Man(36}, Christina Bacon-Knull (34) and Janine Bacon (32). We have seven grandchildren ranging from the ages of 11 years old to 21years old.
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How To Light Your Fire - Ignitions
T I P S
install them, the dealer had to. The later developed Single fire is where each cylinder fires independently of the other. Its time for another edition of Tech Talk. This months edi- The street name for this type ignition is single fire. tion will discuss ignitions. It is our objective today to give a Crane, Dyna, & Spyke are companies that offer both little history of what has been used in the past and give you single fire and dual fire ignitions. H-D itself has gone to some ideas of things to use to improve performance. the single fire type ignition on todays TC88. Each brand of Mother Harley has used a variety of ignitions over the ignition has its advantages and disadvantages. A Duel fire years. In the early days (prior to 1979) a Points & Consystem is the same type that has been around forever and denser system with some type of advance was used. Prior if you select one of this type, the coil that your bike currently to 1965, advancing and retarding the ignition was a manual has will usually do the job. But a single fire ignition has the thing controlled by the left handgrip. Many unsuspecting advantage of better starting and reduced low speed vibrasouls where pitched over their handlebars attempting to kick tion. These advantages are distinct and very noticeable. Its over a bike that had not had the ignition retarded. drawbacks are the increased initial cost and the requireIn 1965 with the advent of electric start, automatic adment that a different type coil be purchased. vance was developed. While the auto advance is very Crane, Spyke and the Dyna 2000 are true electronic ignidependable, but is also high maintenance. With the points tions that are a distinct improvement over the stock H-D the rubbing block can wear away, material can transfer module. The Dyna-S is very reliable and an improvement from one contact to the other, and the advance mechanism over stock but requires an advance weight set-up. Maintecan wear out. These things will all hurt performance if not nance of the advance then rears its ugly head. Crane and attended to. Spyke do not require an advance weight set up. Once they In late 1979 Harley stepped into the electronic age with are set-up and timed correctly they are truly set and forget an ignition from Magnavox that eliminated the points and type systems. condenser, but retained the mechanical advance. This was For those of you with a generator bottom end that desire a step in the right direction, but there were still some relithe improvement given by lighting the fire more efficiently, ability issues with this system. It was not unusual for riders J&P offers replacements for your points circuit breaker to have this system removed and the earlier points ignition from Mallory and Spyke to take advantage of modern day system installed. The problems encountered here gave Har- technology. leys electronic ignition a bad name. It would take years for them to overcome this. Remember that to make power there are specific things In 1982 The V-fire III ignition made its debut. This system we must do. is completely contained in a black box more commonly known as a module. We actually get rid of the advance unit We can get more air (thus more fuel) in and out increasbecause the module has a couple of advance curves built ing volumetric efficiency. This is accomplished with carb in. Triggered by a rotor cup and a hall effect transducer this and pipe changes. system requires no maintenance. Due to the different igniWe can increase the quality of our ignition. This increases tion requirements presented by a light (Sporty) or a heavy combustion efficiency. Note: Remember that by getting a (Dresser) motorcycle a Vacuum Operated Electric Switch more thorough burn, its not unusual to have to increase (VOES) that can be set at different vacuum level handles jet size (more fuel, more power) to take advantage of the changing the advance curves. Under heavy load conditions improvement. the ignition is retarded. This ignition soon proved to be very Generally the other 2 ways to make power (Mechanical reliable but not the absolute best for performance. and Thermal efficiency) are not practical for the street. If we All Harley ignitions that came direct from the factory get enough interest, maybe these are subjects for a future prior to 1999 fire both spark plugs at the same time. One edition of Tech Talk. twin tower coil is triggered. One plug fires producing power, and the other plug fires during valve overlap. The street J&P Cycles is the largest aftermarket motorcycle parts name for this type system is dual fire. and accessories cataloger and online retailer on the planet! Finally some enterprising folks said, lets get rid of that Founded in 1979 and headquartered in Anamosa, Iowa, wasted spark and products were developed to do just with a satellite location in Ormond Beach, Florida, J&P that. (These Dual points systems were the predecessor of Cycles has been sharing their knowledge and expertise todays Single fire system). The Dual points single fire sysfor over 30 years. tem was installed in the early sixties by the Harley dealer network. The factory developed the parts, but would not
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Second Annual Bikes on the Border

The Second Annual Bikes on the Border was held March 21st and 22nd in Kings Mountain North Carolina. We had 67 registrations, up 63% from last year. The conference was an opportunity for motorcyclists from the Carolinas and Virginia to gather and discuss topics of importance to motorcyclists and to motorcycle rights organizations. Attendees arrived Friday March 21st and enjoyed fellowship over a few beverages at the hospitality room. The following day, the conference was held at the H. Lawrence Patrick Conference Center in Kings Mountain, NC. Topics covered included federal legislation affecting motorcyclists, a panel discussion on effective lobbying on both the state and federal level, insurance law and how it affects motorcyclists, and a presentation on dealing with toxic members in your motorcycle rights organization. There was also a roundtable discussion on issues of importance to motorcyclists in each state in attendance. Presenters included Dennis Welborne with ABATE of South Carolina, Cindy Hodges with CBA/ABATE of North Carolina, John Pierce with ABATE of Oklahoma, Jeff Hennie, Vice President of Governmental Affairs and Public Relations for the Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF), as well as members of Tom McGraths Motorcycle Law Group. The conference concluded with a banquet featuring a silent auction as well as a 50/50 raffle with the proceeds of both going to the MRF. The auction and raffle raised $827.00 for the MRF. Given the feedback we received from attendees a Third Annual Bikes on the Border is inevitable. We are looking forward to announcing the details in the future. Matt Danielson McGrath & Danielson The Motorcycle Law Group 1-800-321-8968 Motorcyclelawgroup.com
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Good To Know
GOT WASPS?...MAKE A NATURAL WASP SPRAY (no insecticides) Use a good amount of dishwashing liquid in a hose-end sprayer, about 1/4 cup. Get the water going until the suds begin. Blast the nest from as far away as you can be (bee? ha!) while still maintaining a powerful spray. Do the deed in the evening (dusk or later) after all the wasps have come home for the night. And wear long pants and sleeves, just in caseespecially if you have low water pressure. The soapy water works, by the way, because insects of all kinds wear their skeletons on the outside. The cohesive property of water generally prevents the water from entering their exoskeleton, but soap breaks the surface tension of water. Soapy water ultimately drowns bees, wasps, hornets (and ants, if youre battling them in the house). At this point in history, were in a bit of a honeybee crisis theyre dying in droves and puzzling scientists and beekeepers, and the state of our food supply is at risk. Wasps can also pollinate and even kill pesky insects in your garden, so if their hive isnt in a dangerous location, leave them alone, too. No bees, no pollination, no food.
Meet eight year old Brendan Bartock who is proudly sporting his Medusa hat that he received for his birthday on February 6th. Brendan and his dad, Eric Bartock, were checking out this 2013 Heritage Softail Classic while visiting Patriot Harley-Davidson in Fairfax, VA on February 15th.
Have you ever thought about the expressions that people use (you know you use some of them too) and wonder where they came from? So did we
WHERE DID THAT COME FROM?
BLOOD IS THICKER THAN WATER

Meaning: Family comes before everything else
History: In ancient Middle Eastern culture, blood rituals between men symbolized bonds that were far greater than those of family. The saying also has to do with blood brothers, because warriors who symbolically shared the blood they shed in battle together were said to have stronger bonds than biological brothers.
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Pleazr & Jawz
Bucket List Ride of a Lifetime!

by Rebel Ron
ve been riding street bikes around Franklin since 1976 & Ive been working at S & G Custom Cycles in Columbia for 12 years along with doing business with the 40 year old bike shop since 1981. Ive seen & done many wild things in this time period along with meeting some fascinating people. Let me tell you about two of them. Riders in the Middle Tenn. area may recognize these two Chapel Hill residents who both ride with the orange colors of the Weasles motorcycle group, aka a Drinking Club. Here are Pleazr & Jawz Wiedel, two people who have lived the dream in 2013. That dream being a 19,000 mile motorcycle ride crisscrossing America from May 1st to Labor Day. Early last year Jawz lost his job because of downsizing & soon after his wife was laid off from her job. After careful consideration & several adult beverages they decided to make that two wheeling trip they had dreamed of that many of us have on our Bucket List. While enjoying the beaches of Panama City they made the decision to go for it. They had no certain itinerary, no deadlines, some vague plans, & family/friends all across America they had not seen in a while. They traveled with their comfortable & well accessorized Bunkhouse Camper with a faithful GPS along with the determination to travel America away from the Interstates. (Less than 3K
miles of this trip were on Interstates.) They toured some War Between The States battlefields on the way out of Tenn. & Miss., visited Pleazrs Mom in Ft. Smith, Ark., attended a Weasel party in the Ozarks, & cruised by their sons home in Kansas City. They would ride further on to see too many places to list here but they made it to the Grand Canyon, saw the Worlds Largest Ball of Twine, climbed Pikes Peak, partied at the Hollister Bike Rally, another Weasel party in Portland, crossed the Rocky Mountains a couple of times, went to Harleys 110 anniversary, & more in 24 states before heading to Sturgis Bike rally. (I asked them what was the best place they visited & both answered Crater Lake, OR. Very beautiful there! ) During this months long bike ride they camped out 3/4 of the time along with staying with friends & checking in motels too. They had no problems with either of the Harleys & only needed maintenance & tires. Incredibly they
were only rained on 3 times & snowed on once on this long journey. The most miles they rode in one day was 740. Some of the more exciting things they had to deal with in their path were mud slides, major fires, a plane crash, wild animals, & some rough back roads. But the thing to remember is that they lived the dream so many of us riders have longed to do. Cruise the back roads of America like the Sportster riding Bronson from that old TV series. More importantly the Wiedels learned what Freedom is truly about in our country. It is sacred. Finally, Jawz must be living right because when he finally came home a company from Jacksboro, Tenn. that makes travel trailers for bikes was looking for him about a job. He is now the new Product Development Manager at Bushtech Bunkhouse. Yall ride safe & often!
GOOD FOR YOU

Dark chocolate has recently been discovered to have a number of healthy benefits. While eating dark chocolate can lead to the health benefits described below, remember that chocolate is also high in fat. 1) Dark Chocolate is Good for Your Heart - Studies show that eating a small amount of dark chocolate two or three times each week can help lower your blood pressure. Dark chocolate improves blood flow and may help prevent the formation of blood clots. Eating dark chocolate may also prevent arteriosclerosis (hardening of the arteries). 2) Dark Chocolate is Good for Your Brain - Dark chocolate increases blood flow to the brain as well as to the heart, so it can help improve cognitive function. Dark chocolate also helps reduce your risk of stroke. Dark chocolate also contains several chemical compounds that have a positive effect on your mood and cognitive health. Chocolate contains phenylethylamine (PEA), the same chemical your brain creates when you feel like youre falling in love. PEA encourages your brain to release endorphins, so eating dark chocolate will make you feel happier. Dark chocolate also contains caffeine, a mild stimulant. However, dark chocolate contains much less caffeine than coffee. A 1.5 ounce bar of dark chocolate contains 27 mg of caffeine, compared to the 200 mg found in an eight ounce cup of coffee. 3) Dark Chocolate Helps Control Blood Sugar - Dark chocolate helps keep your blood vessels healthy and your circulation unimpaired to protect against type 2 diabetes. The flavonoids in dark chocolate also help reduce insulin resistance by helping your cells to function normally and regain the ability to use your bodys insulin efficiently. Dark chocolate also has a low glycemic index, meaning it wont cause huge spikes in blood sugar levels. 4) Dark Chocolate is Full of Antioxidants - Dark chocolate is loaded with antioxidants. Antioxidants help free your body of free radicals, which
6 Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate
cause oxidative damage to cells. Free radicals are implicated in the aging process and may be a cause of cancer, so eating antioxidant rich foods like dark chocolate can protect you from many types of cancer and slow the signs of aging. 5) Dark Chocolate Contains Theobromine - Dark chocolate contains theobromine, which has been shown to harden tooth enamel. That means that dark chocolate, unlike most other sweets, lowers your risk of getting cavities if you practice proper dental hygiene. Theobromine is also a mild stimulant, though not as strong as caffeine. It can, however, help to suppress coughs. 6) Dark Chocolate is High in Vitamins and Minerals - Dark chocolate contains a number of vitamins and minerals that can support your health. Dark chocolate contains some of the following vitamins and minerals in high concentrations: Potassium, Copper, Magnesium & Iron. The copper and potassium in dark chocolate help prevent against stroke and cardiovascular ailments. The iron in chocolate protects against iron deficiency anemia, and the magnesium in chocolate helps prevent type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease.
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In addition, motorcyclists can increase their safety by: Avoiding riding in poor weather conditions. Wearing brightly colored protective gear and a DOTcompliant helmet. Using turn signals for every turn or lane change, even if the rider thinks no one will see it. Combining hand signals and turn signals to draw more attention to themselves. Using reflective tape and stickers to increase visibility. Positioning themselves in the lane where they will be most visible to other drivers. Never driving while impaired or distracted. Help share in the responsibility of keeping all road users safe, and do your part by safely sharing the road.
In support of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, May 2014, Thunder Roads Virginia would like to remind motorists and motorcyclists to share the road and be extra alert to keep motorcyclists safe. Motorcycles are vehicles with the same rights and privileges as any motor vehicle on the roadway. Motorists and bicyclists should perform visual checks for motorcyclists by checking mirrors and blind spots before they enter or exit a lane of traffic, and at intersections. In addition, pedestrians should also get into the habit of scanning for motorcyclists who might be hidden by other traffic. Safety is a mutual responsibility for motorists and motorcyclists alike. Drivers must be aware that a motorcycle, as one of the smallest of vehicles on the road, can be hiding in your vehicles blind spots. Always check blind spots, use mirrors and signal before changing lanes or making turns. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motorcyclists are much more vulnerable than a passenger vehicle occupant in the event of a crash. Motorcyclists should also remain alert to other drivers, never ride impaired or distracted and always wear a helmet and other protective gear. In order to help keep motorcyclists safe, we would like to offer the following tips: Remember, a motorcycle is a vehicle with all of the rights and privileges of any other motor vehicle. Always allow a motorcyclist the full lane widthnever try to share a lane. Perform a visual check for motorcycles by checking mirrors and blind spots before entering or exiting a lane of traffic, and at intersections. Always signal your intentions before changing lanes or merging with traffic. Dont be fooled by a flashing turn signal on a motorcycle motorcycle signals are often not self-canceling and riders sometimes forget to turn them off. Wait to be sure the motorcycle is going to turn before you proceed. Allow more following distance three or four sec onds when behind a motorcycle so the motorcyclist has enough time to maneuver or stop in an emer gency. Never tailgate. In dry conditions, motorcycles can stop more quickly than cars. Never drive while distracted.
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