Central Biker, Issue 1, 2016 by iDRIVE Magazine

january 2016

vol 2 • Issue 1

HOLLISTER A birthplace of the

With the rebirth of the Hollister Rally this year,

we wanted to share with our readers the unique story

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of the city of Hollister and its impact on the culture of bikers

in California, the U.S., and the world. Starting in the 1930s, Hollister hosted an annual July 4th gypsy tour event. Gypsy tours were American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) sanctioned events that were held throughout the U.S. At the time, they were largely considered the best place for motorcyclists to gather. Typical events included races, activities, and of course, partying. Since Hollister was a small town, the rally was a welcomed major event and revenue source for the local economy. However, like many favorite pastimes, the rally was cancelled during World War II. After the end of the war in 1947, organizers put together, what would be the revival of “Gypsy Tour in Hollister.”

fter the war, the popularity of motorcycles exploded. Many men returning fromb the war had been exposed to trends and techniques of British and European motorcyclee builders and racers. Many of them also returned with haunting memories of their horrible experiences in battle, later identified as post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSD). Making the difficult transition back to civilian life, motorcycling became an effective substitute for the feeling of danger, excitement, and camaraderie they encountered in the war. It was a great way to blow off post-war steam. Also, war surplus motorcycles were readily available at bargain prices. The ranks of motorcyclists swelled tremendously. On July 3rd, 1947, those ranks descended on Hollister. Overnight, the small town’s population doubled with the arrival of approximately 4,000 people, many of them bikers. Orangizers were caught off guard with the sheer mass of the attendance that flooded

the town. Coming from all over California and the United States, some had traveled from as far away as the east coast. Clubs in attendance included the Boozefighters, the 13 Rebels, the Pissed Off Bastards of Bloomington, and the Market Street Commandos. Having never experienced a turnout as large at previous events, the town was unprepared for the number of people that arrived. There was a severe lodging and housing problem, leaving bikers to sleep on sidewalks, in parks, and on people’s lawns. Ignoring the sanctioned events going on at Memorial Park, the raucous crowd swarmed the downtown area bars. Initially welcomed by the merchants and bar owners, the bikers were consuming large amounts of alcohol and were beginning to grow rowdy. They staged drunken drag races as well as wheelie and burnout competitions on San Benito Street, the city’s main drag. Local residents lined the streets to view the shenanigans. but as events progressed, the city’s seven-man

police force was soon overwhelmed. Many arrests were made for public intoxication and disturbing the peace. but as the arrests continued, a rebellious dissent amongst the bikers became obvious, and the city’s police chief, Lieutenant Roy McPhail sent out a request for backup to the California Highway Patrol.

On Saturday, July 5th, thirty CHP officers arrived shortly before dusk. Armed with tear gas, they quickly dispersed the remaining crowd. It turns out most of the bikers had left before the CHP arrived. What remained were thousands of beer bottles and debris that littered the streets. There was some minor storefront damage, and in all about 50 arrests were made and there were about 60 reported injuries, of which only 3 were serious, including a broken leg and a skull fracture. Eyewitnesses were quoted as saying, “It’s just one hell of a mess, but the bikers weren’t doing anything bad, just riding up and down whooping and hollering. Not really doing any harm at all.” A City Council member remarked, “Luckily, there appears

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to be no serious damage. These trick riders did more harm to themselves that the town.” The media coverage that ensued after the “riot” brought Hollister to national prominence. However, articles that were written wereoverly negative and greatly exaggerated and sensationalized what had actually happened. And the reliability of a striking photo that was published has been debated with many saying the photo was staged. On Sunday, July 6th, a reporter accompanied by a photographer arrived on dispatch from the San Francisco Chronicle, only to findmost of the bikers had already left. According to many witnesses, the photographer staged the infamous photo that was published later in Life Magazine, with the headline: “Cyclist’s Holiday: He and Friends Terrorize Town.” Gus Deserpa was quoted in aninterview as saying, “I saw two guys scraping all these bottles that had been lying in the street together. Then they positioned a motorcycle in the middle of the pile. Continued pg. 2

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Hollister Rally continued from pg. 1 After a while this drunk guy comes staggering out of the bar, and they got him to sit on the motorcycle, and stared to take his picture.” The man on the bike in the photograph was later identified as Eddie Davenport of the Tulare Raiders motorcycle club. Deserpa can be seen in the background of the photo. The idea of rogue bikers wreaking havoc in small towns like Hollister did not sit well with Americans, who were still recovering from the war. It was a time of national paranoia, with the Cold War looming and a national hunt for communists going on. In 1951, a short story was published in an issue of Harper’s Magazine. “Cyclists’ Raid,” by Frank Rooney is based on the events of the Hollister riot. This story made up the basis for the plot of the 1953 Columbia Pictures film, “The Wild One,” starring Marlon Brando, Mary Murphy, and Lee Marvin. The movie’s depiction of bikers as amoral misfits and outlaws was consumed by the public, and the image of bikers was changed forever. “Wine” Willie Forkner, founding member fo the Boozefighters, was characterized in the movie by Lee marvin, who portrayed Chino. A consultant during the making of the film, Wino Willie was so disappointed with themovie that he refused to accept payment from the studio. A revered fixture of the biker community for decades, an urn containing Wino Willie’s ashes sits behind the bar at the historic Johnny’s Bar & Grill.

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The Hollister riot had little effect on the town itself. Unfazed, the town continued to host the rallies and bikers were welcomed back for decades. In 1996, the Hollister Independence Rally Committee was formed in an effort to be prepard for the thousands of bikers that whould inveitably flock to Hollister the following year fot he 50th anniversary of 1947 riot. They held the citysanctioned event until 2006, when it was cancelled due to outrageous law enforcement costs. The Hollister Motorcycle Rally Committee was formed that year, and in partnership with Horse Power Promotions, the rally was resurrected in 2007. Changes were implemented to bring down law enforcement costs, but they continued to skyrocket. In 2008, the rally was turned over to the San Benito County Chamber of Commerce. The event was moved to the weekend after July 4th in an effort to bring down law enforcement costs. But the 2008 bill was slmost $350,000.00, and a decision by the city council and the promoter to sell t-shirts resulted in a $95,000.00 loss. This was the final nail int he coffin for the tresured event in the last year that it was

held. Local businesses and clubs continued making efforts to organize low-key events that encourange bikers to keep coming to Hollister for the Fourth of July weekend in the years that followed. Acouple of years ago, the political partnership that existed between the city council and police department began to evaporate, reigniting the hopes that Hollister would once again host th rallies. After much lobbying from local businesses, the Hollister City Council voted in January and unanimously approved holding the Hollister Rally 2013 on July 5th & 6th of that year. On tap were 30 bands, Custom Bike Show World Championship Qualifying round, Cafe Racers and vintage bike ride-in show, vendors, and awesome street food. You could also check out the Victory motorcycle demo rides offered by Hollister Powersports and the annual open house at the Corbin factory. For more information on the 2015 Hollister Freedom rally, or upcoming events, visit www.thehollisterrally.com or call (561) 214-1137.

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some of the biggest trees in the world, explore Grant’s Grove, maybe take a quick dip in Hume Lake, and eventually end up at the end of the road in Cedar Grove, along the mighty Kings River. Boyden Cavern is along the way, and a tour of this makes a neat little side trip. On your way out of the park (or maybe on your way in!) be sure to check out Badger Mountain House in Badger. It sits near the junction of 245 and 180, and is THE place to stop for a cold beverage and hot meal. There are many types of beer, both imported and domestic, on tap, and a pretty decent wine list for a little mountain bar. You can even get beer to go! The food is good and plentiful: from breakfast to burgers to fish ‘n chips, they’ve got a little bit to satisfy anyone.

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So come on: call the boss and tell him you’re sick (sick of working!) and take a ride up to our beautiful Sierras….it’ll be just what the doctor ordered!

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Hanging at The Hub Anyone who has driven down the 41 from Fresno to the coast has undoubtedly seen those signs between Riverdale and Lemoore, “The Hub - It’s a Restaurant”... And then you scratch your head, because by Kelli Langley you don’t see any restaurant?

rown’s Bar and Grill at the Hub is a restaurant, and so much more. The actual establishment has been around for more than 65 years, serving as a spot for farmers, truckers and normal folks to stop and have a cold beverage at the end of the long work day. Located just west of Highway 41 off of Excelsior Avenue, it is truly a hidden gem. From the outside it looks much like any other country bar, but once inside it takes on a life all it’s own. Since owner “Reb” Brown has purchased the Hub, he has worked hard to make it more than just a Saturday night juke-joint. His hard work has paid off, as the Hub now has a solid reputation in the area as a great place to eat, as well as hang out with your friends and have a few beers. With two pool tables, a juke box that plays a never-ending variety of music, and live bands and D.J.s playing on special occasions, this has become the go-to spot for those in the area; and the ideal spot for travelers to stop and take a break on their

way to or from the coast or wherever they’ve traveled to. The bartenders and staff are a friendly bunch, and they make you feel right at home from the minute you walk in the door. There’s ice cold beer in bottles and on tap, and a full bar so you can choose from anything from a Fireball Shot to a Froot Loop, whatever suits you best. (My personal favorite is the Bloody Mary….you can’t drink just one!) But the real star of the place is the food: basic comfort food from a limited menu, but once you’ve eaten there, you’ll want to keep coming back. The menu begins with appetizers: everything from mozzarella sticks to fried pickle chips. One of everyone’s all-time favorites is the wings; either hot or barbeque, these will stick to your ribs and have you wanting more. On a recent afternoon I dropped by and a guy from Atascadero had stopped in, waiting for his vintage Camaro to cool down. He was talked into a sample platter of appetizers, and once he got to the wings he couldn’t stop, ordering another large plate to take with him. “These are the best ever,” he claimed, and promised to bring his friends with him on his next trip through. Other items on the appetizer menu include fried mushrooms, jalapeno or zucchini chips, onion rings and French fries. The prices are reasonable also: from $2.50 to $7.00 for small orders and $5 to $10 for large orders. Many of these large orders are a meal in itself. When you’re serious about eating, you move on to the regular menu. French

dips, linguicia sandwiches, chicken strips, pastrami burgers and more are available for those with a hearty appetite. The cheeseburger comes in a single and double size, and is cooked to order, and there are also tri-tip and chicken tacos available. If you’re serious about a sandwich, you’ve got to try the BLT… perfectly cooked, a ton of bacon… it’s guaranteed to fill you up. This sandwich also comes highly recommended by the Central Biker’s managing editor: he’s a picky little fart, but he loves this BLT. Prices are right too, between $4.00 and $8.00. For those who are a little more health conscious, there are also salads available: a house salad, tri-tip salad or chicken cobb salad to make you feel like you’re doing something good for your body. The cooks will also try to accommodate special orders… just ask! Regular kitchen hours are 11a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Thursday and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The

grill is available for appetizers and some sandwiches until 10 p.m. on weekdays and until 2 a.m. weekends. During kitchen hours those under 21 are welcome: they even have a Kid’s Meal, consisting of either a grilled cheese or chicken nuggets and fries, for $3.00. Call in orders are available during kitchen hours, and large groups are also welcome. Brown’s Bar and Grill at the Hub is located at 5020 191/2 Avenue in Riverdale, just ¼ mile west of Highway 41 on Excelsior Avenue. Their phone number for call in orders or information is 559-923-1222. Hours of operation are from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 9 a.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday. Friendly service, good food, cold drinks, and a fun place to hang with friends….what more could you ask for? Brown’s Bar and Grill at the Hub has it all!

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If your other ride is a diesel pickup truck, you definitely want to make a trip to Riverdale and check out Brown’s Diesel. Whether you are looking to buy a part or need full service repair, Brown’s can get the job done for you. They sell parts for any domestic or European diesel vehicle. Brown’s Diesel understands your desire to customize your truck for your own particular needs. Whether you pull loads for hire, pull on the weekends, drag race, sled pull or you like having a fast diesel truck, they can put together the correct combination that will fit your budget and your time schedule. The mechanics at Brown’s Diesel shop can build, strengthen, and sell transmissions (both auto and standard), clutches and torque converters, exhaust, cold air intakes, differentials, engines, turbos, injection pumps, lift pumps, gauges, and more. No job is too large or small.

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e’re reviewing the UltraCool REEFER™ dual fan oil cooling system, which are designed and manufactured for air-cooled v-twin motorcycle engines. As most gear heads can tell you, almost all Harley-Davidson engines are air-cooled. To be more accurate, they are air and oil cooled. The fins on the cylinder catch airflow and cool the engine as the motorcycle is moving, while the oil pulls heat from the engine as it circulates. Not really affected by ambient temperatures, this design required the engine to be moving in order to be cooled. This is fine unless you are caught in a traffic jam, or a slow moving start to a poker run. Excess engine heat can damage valuable engine components and other valuable anatomical components as well. That’s where the UltraCool The REEFER™ comes in. Mounted neatly under the voltage regulator at the bottom front of the engine compartment, the fan assisted cooling system routes oil past an electronic thermostat switch into the oil filter and then through the cooling unit coils. The oil constantly courses through the thermostat, which monitors the oil

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motorcycle events friday, january 1 35th Annual New Year’s Day Run Scenic Ride Dudley Perkins Co. Harley-Davidson 9am - Rain or Shine 333 Corey Way, South San Francisco, CA 94080 650-737-5467 www.dpchd.com

Saturday, January 2 19th Annual Polar Bear Run Benefit - Charity Jamestown Harley-Davidson - 11:30 am 18275 Highway 108, Jamestown, CA 95327 209-984-4888 www.jamestownhd.com A 1 to 2 hour ride thru the Sierra Foothills, with a lunch stop; $10 donation to local charities, run pin’s for the first 250 to sign up.

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saturday & sunday, january 9-10 Easyriders 2016 Bike Show Tour Sacramento Convention Center 1400 J St. Sacramento, CA 95814 800-962-9857 www.easyridersevents.com Don’t miss the biggest and baddest bike show in North America!! Live music! The latest products from top companies! Come see the top bike builders in the world!!

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saturday, january 16 John Pemberton - Live Music Stonehouse Tavern - 9pm 33071 Auberry Road, Auberry, CA 93602 559-855-4800 www.facebook.com/StonehouseTavernAuberry

saturday, january 16 Easyriders 2016 Bike Show Tour Long Beach Convention Center 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802 800-962-9857 www.easyridersevents.com

friday, january 22 Live DJ/Karaoke of Koyote Productions The Roadhouse - Starting at 8pm 20023 N. Auberry Road, Clovis, CA 93619 559-324-0600 www.clovisroadhouse.com

friday, january 22 Karaoke Stonehouse Tavern - 8:30pm 33071 Auberry Road, Auberry, CA 93602 559-855-4800 www.facebook.com/StonehouseTavernAuberry

saturday & Sunday, january 22-23 CFTA After Burner Series - Round 1 Chowchilla Fairgrounds - Rain or shine 1000 S. 3rd St. Chowchilla, CA 93610 415-320-7889 www.californiaflattrack.com

saturday, january 23 Suite Life/Motorcycle Bootcamp Eagle’s Nest Harley Davidson - 3-5 pm 13900 Harlan Rd., Lathrop, CA 95330 209-941-0420 www.eaglesnestharleydavidson.com

friday, february 5 Karaoke Stonehouse Tavern - 8:30pm 33071 Auberry Road, Auberry, CA 93602 559-855-4800 www.facebook.com/StonehouseTavernAuberry

saturday, february 6 8th Annual Dr. Joe Cortese Memorial Drive-In Bike/Car Show and Poker Run Presented by The Rotary Club of San Juan Capistrano and Capistrano Animal Rescue Effort (CARE) - 8am to 2pm 714-815-0394 Register online at www.sjcrotary.org (click on Poker Run-Register) This fun ride begins at event host Orange County Harley Davidson, 8677 Research Dr. Irvine and ends at the Car Show in San Juan Capistrano. Trophies to the top three bikes, judging at 1pm, cash to high and low poker hand. Proceeds fund Rotary charities, animal medications, spay/ neuter, emergency surgeries, adopting homeless and abandoned dogs and cats.

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So-Cal/Long Beach Motorcycle Swap Meet Veterans Memorial Stadium - Rain or Shine 3700 Faculty Ave, Long Beach, CA 90808 800-762-9785 www.socalcylceswapmeet.com

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Come join us for the first Long Beach Motorcycle Swap Meet of 2016! The So-Cal Cycle Show and Swap Meet is a virtual supermarket for bikes at Long Beach Veterans Stadium. With hundreds of vendors selling all brands of new, used, and vintage motorcycle and bicycle parts and accessories, the event has become a must visit for the collector or rider. From shops liquidating excess inventory to the hobbyist selling left over parts from his latest project, you can find phenomenal deals on hard to find items. The meet encompasses all areas of the cycle hobby including apparel and gear at low swap meet prices. You can ride your cycle out and show or sell it among hundreds of others in our Bike Corral area located inside the event or reserve a vendor space to sell parts, tools, or cycle related merchandise. Entry fee of $10/General Admission, Children under 12yrs are Free. Bike Corral Admission is $9/Rider. There will be a Bike Corral with All Brands (American, European, Japanese, etc). Lots of Vendors with New, Used, Vintage and more.

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Don’t miss the biggest and baddest bike show in North America!! Live music! The latest products from top companies! Come see the top bike builders in the world!!

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CFTA After Burner Series Round 1 Chowchilla Fairgrounds - Rain or shine 1000 S. 3rd St., Chowchilla, CA 93610 415-320-7889 www.californiaflattrack.com

Live DJ/Karaoke of Koyote Productions The Roadhouse - Starting at 8pm 20023 N. Auberry Road, Clovis, CA 93619 559-324-0600 www.clovisroadhouse.com

saturday & sunday, february 12-13 CFTA After Burner Series - Round 1 Chowchilla Fairgrounds - Rain or Shine 1000 S. 3rd St. Chowchilla, CA 93610 415-320-7889 www.californiaflattrack.com

friday, february 19 Live DJ/Karaoke of Koyote Productions The Roadhouse - Starting at 8pm 20023 N. Auberry Road, Clovis, CA 93619 559-324-0600 www.clovisroadhouse.com

friday, february 19 Karaoke Stonehouse Tavern - 8:30pm 33071 Auberry Road, Auberry, CA 93602 559-855-4800 www.facebook.com/StonehouseTavernAuberry

friday, february 26 Live DJ/Karaoke of Koyote Productions The Roadhouse - Starting at 8pm 20023 N. Auberry Road, Clovis, CA 93619 559-324-0600 www.clovisroadhouse.com

friday, february 26 Karaoke Stonehouse Tavern - 8:30pm 33071 Auberry Road, Auberry, CA 93602 559-855-4800 www.facebook.com/StonehouseTavernAuberry

saturday, february 27 Room Service Live The Roadhouse - 8pm 20023 N. Auberry Road, Clovis, CA 93619 559-324-0600 www.clovisroadhouse.com

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California State Motorcycle Laws

Lane Splitting

Passenger Seat

Minimum Operator Age

Authorized per California Highway Patrol.

Required if carrying a passenger Periodic Safety Inspection..........................Random

Operator must be able to reach all controls. Safety Certificate required under age 18 for ATV’s only.

Road

Lemon Law Coverage...........................................Yes California Civil Code 1793.22(9)(e)(2) open window and scroll down.

Required by law

Maximum Sound Level

Rider Education

Accept Motorcycle Endorsement From Other States.......................................................................Yes Accept RiderEd Completion Card From Other States.......................................................................No Daytime Use of Headlight Required for vehicles manufactured during or after 1978. California Vehicle Code Section 25650.5; Modulating headlight permitted per Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, 571.108 Earplugs......................................................... Allowed However, a person wearing personal hearing protectors in the form on earplugs or molds that are specifically designed to attenuate injurious noise levels must be able the hear a siren or horn from an emergency vehicle or a horn from another motor vehicle. Eye Protection.....................................Not Required Handlebar Height A person shall not drive a two-wheel motorcycle that is equipped with handlebars so positioned that the hands of the driver, when upon the grips, are more than six inches above his or her shoulder height when sitting astride the seat. Helmet Speakers....................Single earphone only

Radar Detector..................................No Restriction

Misc. Equipment Regulation • Display of red or blue warning light prohibited (a lighted whip is not a warning light).

Available for all eligible applicants - required under age 21

• An off-highway motor vehicle, except an authorized emergency vehicle, shall not be equipped with a siren.

Rider-Education Waiver............................Skill Test

Muffler..............................................Required by law

Safety Helmet.....Required by law; California Veh.

Operator License................................Not Required

Code Section 27803

Registration.....................................Required by law

State Insurance Requirements

Rider Education Certification

Compulsory Liability (Minimum Limits)(15/30/5) - Financial responsibility requried. A driver involved in an accident who fails to prove existence of financial responsibility at time of accident shall have driver’s license suspended for 1 year.

Required for ATV riders under age 16.

• Must remain in the right lane except on a 4 lane highway, and then must remain in the right 2 lanes except when passing.

Turn Signals.....................................Required by law

Taillight...................................Required after sunset

• Are not allowed in carpool lanes.

Eye Protection.....................................Not Required

Muffler ............................................Muffler required

Headlight................................Required after sunset

No muffler or exhaust system shall be equipped with a cutout, bypass or similar device (27150. Adequate Muffler Required).

Maximum Sound Level

Maximum allowable A-weighted sound levels based on measurements taken at a distance of 50 ft from center lane of travel: 1) Pre-1970 92dba; 2) After 1969, and before 1973 88dba; 3) After 1972, and before 1975 86dba; 4) After 1974, and before 1986 83dba; 5) After 1985 80dba (27201-27202. Motorcycle Limits). Mirror Left (L) Right (R) One required by law; California Vehicle Code Section 26709 Misc. Equipment Regulation Motorcycles towing trailers: • Must not exceed 55 MPH.

Passenger Age Restriction...............................None

off Road

Safety Helmet Required by law for ATV’s only. Spark Arrestor.................................Required by law Trails Program.............................................Available Vehicle Title.................................................Required

96dB for all motorcycles manufactured on or after January 1, 1986. 98dB allowed for machines manufactured prior to Jan. 1, 1986.

Passenger Footrest Required if carrying a passenger

motorcycle events Continued sunday, february 28 So-Cal/Long Beach Motorcycle Swap Meet Veterans Memorial Stadium Rain or Shine 3700 Faculty Ave, Long Beach, CA 90808 800-762-9785 www.socalcylceswapmeet.com Come join us for the first Long Beach Motorcycle Swap Meet of 2016! The So-Cal Cycle Show and Swap Meet is a virtual supermarket for bikes at Long Beach Veterans Stadium. With hundreds of vendors selling all brands of new, used, and vintage motorcycle and bicycle parts and accessories, the event has become a must visit for the collector or rider. From shops liquidating excess inventory to the hobbyist selling left over parts from his latest project, you can find phenomenal deals on hard to find items. The meet encompasses all areas of the cycle hobby including apparel and gear at low swap meet prices. You can ride your cycle out and show or sell it among hundreds of others in our Bike Corral area located inside the event or reserve a vendor space to sell parts, tools, or cycle related merchandise. Entry fee of $10/General Admission, Children under 12yrs are Free. Bike Corral Admission is $9/Rider. There will be a Bike Corral with All Brands (American, European, Japanese, etc). Lots of Vendors with New, Used, Vintage and more.

saturday & sunday, march 4-5 CFTA After Burner Series - Round 1 Chowchilla Fairgrounds - Rain or Shine 1000 S. 3rd St. Chowchilla, CA 93610 415-320-7889 www.californiaflattrack.com

saturday, march 5 20th Annual Swap Meet Jamestown Harley-Davidson - Starts 7am 18275 Highway 108, Jamestown,CA 95327 209-984-4888 www.jamestownhd.com Clean out your garage. Motorcycle Swap Meet. Huge discount prices on discontinued, damaged, used, and sale merchandise. $10 space donation to local charities. No commercial vendors. Food and drinks available.

saturday, march 12 The Roadhouse Rumble Car & Bike Show The Roadhouse 20023 N. Auberry Road, Clovis, CA 93619 559-324-0600 www.clovisroadhouse.com

saturday, march 19 20th Annual Chili Cook-Off Jamestown Harley-Davidson Chili tasting from 12-3pm, or ‘til it’s gone 18275 Highway 108, Jamestown, CA 95327 Call 209-984-4888 for an entry form www.jamestownhd.com A $5 donation allows you to sample some of the finest chili known to man! Free entry to the first 25 chefs. $150 first prize! Bake Sale hosted by the Gold Country Social Club. All proceeds to local charities. Free Jamestown Harley-Davidson chili and drinks.

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orterville band South 65 is refreshing blend of country and rock music. They’ve played venues up and down the state and are one of those rare groups who actually accept requests. Close friends as well as bandmates, South 65 is always reliable in putting on a good show. Lead Vocalist Eric Clausen has a strong voice made for the live music scene. His energy is contagious to the crowd as he covers anything from Chris Young’s “Getting You Home” to Tommy Tutone’s “8675309.” Make no mistake, though, the band’s repertoire is not limited to cover songs. “Daddy’s Little Devil” is one of the band’s original tunes that highlights Clausen’s wide range of vocal talent. Clausen also plays the guitar and has been actively involved in the music scene for over 20 years. He has worked as a session musician as well as doing some work for film and television. Patrick Hicks plays guitar and vocals for the group. He is a published song writer with

BAND REVIEW over 30 years of experience. Hicks has played guitar for Lefty Frizell and Shelly West. He has opened for Tim McGraw, Merle Haggard, Tracy Lawrence and Charlie Daniels. Bassist Scott Gardener is a veteran performer here in the valley, performing with many local bands. Gardener has also worked in the television and film music scene and is featured on the WWE “Originals” album. On the drums is Daniel Bouslough. Bouslough brings 40 years of touring experience to South 65. He has worked with such artists as John Fogerty and Steve Perry. You can catch South 65 at The Bullshed Bar & Grill’s New Year’s Eve celebration on December 31st in Bakersfield or listen to their tracks on www.reverbnation.com.

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