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Features BallHootin Leather The Gauntlet Finz Finds Rides Ride for America Thunder on the Rock Four Hundred Thousand Strong Sturgis Rally 1-800-4-BIKERS
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Kim’s Crossings Christian Motorcycle Association
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Departments Test Ride-Slingshot BornToRide.com Events BACA’S-Born To Ride Kids
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Reports Ride Safe Ride Smart Angel City Biker Movie Review-The Wild One
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On The Cover Ken Anderson of ProRider Atlanta ProRiderAtlanta.net & ProRidermc.com Photo by: Greg Janney
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Mountain folk have a unique language replete with unlikely terms; Gail Denison and her husband Rob were visiting Gail’s father Kenneth in the North Georgia Mountains one fine day. Kenneth was attempting to mow his grass while it was still damp from the morning dew. As he maneuvered his sizeable riding lawnmower across the side of a steepish hillside, the machine slid sideways, downhill and almost went off the retaining wall. “That big ole’ mower just started ballhootin’ down the hill, and there wasn’t nothin’ I could do to stop it.” Kenneth explained. “Ballhootin’ made us both laugh until tears ran down our legs!” Gail recalled. “It became out new favorite Appalachian word.” After a career in the U.S. Air Force as a BTR 6 | BORNTORIDE.COM
Weapons Specialist, 11 years as a deputy sheriff in Sumter, SC, and some contract work in Columbus, GA, Rob Denison and his lovely wife Gail made the move to Blue Ridge, GA, to open Ballhootin Leathers, a bikers’ store offering highest quality riding garments from Milwaukee Leather, bike accessories from Kuryakyn, and hand-crafted riders’ fashion accessories from local craftspeople in Fannin County. Gail served our country as a military wife, and spent 32 years as a hairdresser. The move from Columbus to Blue Ridge helped Gail and Rob simplify their lives and reduce stress. Gail serves now as Rob’s co-rider while aboard their ’14 H-D StreetGlide Special, and business partner at the Ballhootin’ store. Readers can make the connection between ‘Ballhootin,’ defined as ‘To skid “Our Hides will save your Hide, stop in for the smell of it.” “Tell em’ BTR sent ya.”
that we will make your purchase a positive one with our 100% satisfaction guarantee.” Rob explained the store’s philosophy: “First, a quality product line we can be proud to represent. Second, we stock virtually every size for both women and men, and third, we want to make Ballhootin’ a warm and friendly stopover for riders, both local and visitors.” Refreshments, clean comfort facilities, a social, ‘no-pressure-to-buy-something’ environment, and some really interesting and unique products make Ballhootin’ Leathers a must-stop when passing through Blue Ridge.
or slide, out of control,’ and our everpresent risk that riders and co-riders could find themselves ballhootin’ down the asphalt, sans motorcycle. Competent and responsible riders plan to never, ever crash, and yet still prepare in advance in case that rider is mistaken. Bikers do crash, and taking precautions before the ride, including quality personal protective gear, can make a difference between
months of painful rehab, or the modest financial pain of purchasing a new set of leathers. Both are passionate riders and wanted Ballhootin’ to be a retail store featuring the highest quality riding gear, as well as a warm and friendly social gathering place for bikers. Located on the west side of Blue Ridge GA, on the north side of the Appalachian Highway (GA515/ US76), Ballhootin’ is in the perfect location to greet motorcyclists through their ‘Gateway to the Mountains,’ a twowheel Welcome Center, if you will. Gail and Ron chose Milwaukee Leather’s product line because of the firm’s philosophy of delivering the best quality leather and footwear apparel at reasonable prices for motorcyclists. Made here in the US, in nearby Boone, NC, the line includes vests, jackets, pants, chaps, boots, headgear, gloves and luggage. Milwaukee Leather’s website promises; “Our goal is to provide you with the highest quality leatherwear that you will be proud to wear for years to come. We stand behind every design detail and every single stitch, so if you are ever unhappy with any aspect of your purchase from Milwaukee Motorcycle Clothing Company, you have our word
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Gail and Rob are working with local clubs, charities and Veterans’ organizations to facilitate fund-raising rides, Poker Runs, and similar actives. The local chapter of the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association (www. combatvet.org) in Blue Ridge benefits from Ballhootin’s support, as well as a local childhood Autism project. Ballhootin’ is located at 1567 Appalachian Highway in Blue Ridge, (706) 258-2869 (N34 50.345 W84 20.309). Gail and Rob are looking forward to meeting new riding friends. Y’all stop by! Roger Wiles BORNTORIDE.COM | BTR 7
THE REAR-ENDER
It’s the soundtrack to every motorcyclist’s nightmare: you’re sitting astride your bike at an intersection, patiently waiting for the red light to change to green, when you hear the screech of tires. Next you’re flying through the air and into the intersection. You’ve just been rear-ended by an inattentive driver who was too busy dialing his cell phone to notice you stopped at the red light. Strategy: Remember, even to attentive drivers, motorcycles are difficult to see—especially at night. Remain aware of the fact that drivers approaching an intersection may not see you. Frequently check your mirrors to monitor traffic approaching from the rear, keeping an eye out for fast-moving traffic approaching from behind. Flash your brake light. If you do notice a car speeding toward you, move to one side or another to get out of its way. Don’t shift into neutral when stopped at an intersection. Keep your bike in gear, so you can quickly escape if a dangerous situation arises. For more info www.msf-usa.org
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July 4th is an exciting opportunity for us to celebrate as a nation. Since declaring our independence we have all had the freedom and liberty to celebrate so many things. But I want us to remember that our freedom was not free. It came at grave sacrifices of life, family and much more. We honor and appreciate those who have served and/or are serving. TO me, they are, besides GOD, our #1 heroes every day we are given the opportunity to speak, carry weapons, love our GOD, pursue our independent careers, and more. While independent wars were fought for varying conclusion, this one was for our FREEDOM.
your loved ones by encouraging therapies and other supports. Also, it is NEVER best to turn your back on a sufferer and assume that this is the time to just let them be alone, even if they express this to you. There can be an increased risk of suicidal ideation associative with PTSD. SOME Signs you or family can look for subsequent trauma are depression, sleep disturbance, sensitivities to stimuli, flashbacks, abnormal fears and panic. A National Resource is The Veterans Affairs: For Diagnostic self-assessment and resources (self-help, clinical info and more), the Veterans Affairs, PTSD area is a good place to start for self-assessing/awareness, help or locating supports. www.ptsd.va.gov/ A Local resource in our backyards: Support Group: Paulding County Compassion Center of Paulding 44 Darby’s Crossing, Hiram, Ga. compassioncenterofpaulding.com Meets: 1st and 3rd Tues./Monthly Coping through groups, hobbies, outdoor activities of low stress, exercise, regular sleep and fellowship are also a good selfhelp.
I also had the exciting honor of speaking with Mr. Steve, who is a veteran business owner and PTSD sufferer. He served in Desert Storm and denied his problems stemming from the disorder, until he described not being able to take it any longer. His specific symptoms were characteristic of suicidal thoughts, anger and depression. He, finally, sought help and told others what he had secretly been dealing with, after nearly 12 years of silent suffering. Mr. Steve is able to utilize riding, his brotherhood of riding friends and the handmade creations of his get back whips to help cope with his post trauma. Veterans and PTSD, A Silent Trauma faced Should you wish to network with someone by many of our riders/heroes. who understands, purchase as a support That’s why I would like to dedicate my to him, or see an effective coping skill for column to the armed services sacrifices. PTSD, please call him at (228) 861-6062 Of course we know that casualty and injury are a common sacrifice; however, there are many more. This time I’m discussing P.T.S.D or (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder). If you, or anyone else you’ve loved has ever dealt with PTSD, I think I’m within my rights to call this a personal hell. My plea and encouragement to you in the service, who are experiencing this, is to assure you that you are not alone and that there are resources for you and hope of Here is the winner of last months Kid recovery. I urge family/friends of veterans Contest: Cayla Jones. She is 10 years old. to please look out for the best interest of Andrea Jones is now a sales agent and Like us on Facebook: Born To Ride Geogia and always check out BornToRide.com
is going to be working in Paulding, and surrounding areas. She will be selling ads and is available to do events/bike nights, etc. Her number is 678) 943-3602. She is excited to join the Born To Ride Team.
Spotlight on Mickey and Rhonda Steelman They are owners of Tom’s Place. With the
assistance of Ricky Black, their patrons, Southern Devil H-D, Tracy Queen, Knight Hawk Rally, family and friends, they raised over $40,000 in one year to support patrons, staff and others. They, most recently, raised enough money to cover the medical necessities of the Tatum family, who were affected by a wreck Mr. Tatum was in, whereby he lost his leg and had to spend 1 month in Grady. The couple helped with a weekend full of events including a bike night, car wash and ride which raised over 7,000 to cover a prosthetic leg for Mr. Tatum.
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You’ve heard about the Dragons Tail, but this ride has much more to offer. Put this one on your bucket list. This ride starts and ends at Copperhead Lodge so you can’t go wrong. While your at it, make sure you stop by the Biker Barn on 24A Ivy Log Rd, Blairsville, GA 30512. The Gauntlet (133 mi, 3 hr 27 min) Start at Copperhead Lodge From Blairsville Head northwest on GA-11 N/US-129 N (8.5 mi) Left GA-325 (12.7 mi) Left Blue Ridge Hwy (2.2 mi) Right Skeenah Gap Rd (7.8 mi) Left GA-60 S (15.3 mi) Left SR-180/Wolf Pen Gap Rd (11.2 mi) Right GA-11 S/US-29 S/US-19 S (17.9 mi) Left GA-75Alt S (5.9 mi) Left GA-348 (14.0 mi) Right SR-180 (11.6 mi) Left GA-17 N/GA-75 N/Unicoi Turnpike (6.3 mi) Left GA-17 N/GA-2 W/US-76 W (0.2 mi) Left GA-288 W/Sunnyside Rd (5.8 mi) Left GA-17 N/GA-2 W/US-76 W (14.0 mi) End back at Blairsville Copperhead Lodge BTR 14 | BORNTORIDE.COM
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2O15 POLARIS SLINGSHOT™ HEAD TURNING EXHILARATION Slingshot™ is an entirely new on-road driving and riding experience. The open air cockpit of Slingshot™ hits you with a 360 degree rush of sight, sound, and smell. With side by side seating, both driver and passenger experience a front row shot of adrenaline. Its wide stance and sport-tuned suspension will make you want to charge every corner and never let off. With a low to the ground vehicle stance, you can feel the rush of pavement under your seat and in your chest. Slingshot™ is lightweight and powerful, making for heart pounding acceleration. Just punch it and you are there.
FLUID CAPACITY Fuel (Gallons/Liters) 9.77 Gallons / 37.1 Liters BRAKES Brake Rotors (Front & Rear) Vented, 298mm diameter
SLINGSHOT™ SL DIMENSIONS / CAPACITIES Dry Weight 1684 lbs. Curb Weight 1743 lbs. Overall Length (in/mm) 149.6 in/3800 mm Overall Width (in/mm) 77.6 in/1960 mm Overall Height (in/mm) 51.9 in/1318 mm Track Width (in/mm) 69.1 in/1755 mm Wheelbase (in/mm) 105.0 in/2667 mm Ground Clearance (in/mm) 5.0 in/127 mm POWERTRAIN Engine 2.4L DOHC Displacement (cid/cc) 2384 cc Bore and Stroke 88mm x 98m Compression Ratio 10.4:1 Valve Train DOHC, VVT Fuel 91 octane or higher PERFORMANCE Rev Limit (RPM) 7000 RPM Peak Power (HP) 173 HP @ 6200 RPM Peak Torque (ft-lbs) 166 ft-lbs @ 4700 RPM
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SLINGSHOT SL WHEELS AND TIRES Front & Rear Tire Type Kenda "Slingshot" 799 Front Tire Size 225/45R18 Front & Rear Wheel Type Forged; 10 Spoke Front Wheel Size 18x7.5 J Rear Tire Size 255/35R20 Rear Wheel Size 20x9.0 J TRANSMISSION Clutch Type Dry, Single Plate, Hydraulically Actuated
Transmission Type 5-Speed Synchromesh with Reverse 1st Gear Ratio 3.753:1 2nd Gear Ratio 2.258:1 3rd Gear Ratio 1.512:1 4th Gear Ratio 1.000:1 5th Gear Ratio .729:1 Reverse Gear Ratio 3.672:1 Gear Shift Pattern H Bevel Drive Ratio 2.312:1Final Drive Type Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt, 36mm x 147T Final Drive Ratio 1.590:1 STEERING Actuation Rack-and-pinion Assist Polaris EPAS, Speed Sensitive Steering Turns, lock-to-lock 3.2 DRIVER AIDS ABS (Anti-Lock Brakes) Standard ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Standard Traction Control Standard This is SLINGSHOT Head Turning Exhilaration and Style in an Awe-Inspiring Three Wheel Roadster.
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Congratulations to the American Legion Riders Loganville #233 for supporting the legacy scholarship fund.
For Honor: We ride for fathers, mothers, grandparents, brothers, sisters, comrades-inarms‌ No matter the conflict, we honor their sacrifice for our nation. Rideforamerica.org Ride for America 2016 will take place Monday May 30th, for more info: call 770-978-1739
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The Mountains of the Cumberland Plateau Mount Eagle, Tennessee
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In the Beautiful Mountains of the Cumberland Plateau, in Mount Eagle, Tenn
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FOUR HUNDRED THOUSAND STRONG
We came from all across the nation, And we rode our bikes to the Wall, We came from towns both large and small, We came to honor those that have given their all. Those names on the black granite are friends and relatives, The little boy down the street is on the Wall, They may be husbands, wives, or children, Their names are here for us, one and all.
You know you are not forgotten, You are loved by one and all. We gathered here from all points across the country, When we started our bikes and headed to the Wall, It would make a sane person wonder, It sounded like “Rolling Thunder.”
We might ride a Honda, BMW, or Harley, Those that we came to see don’t mind, Can you hear the voices talking to you? They speak so low and kind.
Why are all these people here? We are here to honor those on the Wall, We came in large numbers to show our respect, They are the ones that gave their lives, after all.
Where are our POW’s and MIA’s? Should they be on the Wall?
We came from the Army and the Marines, We came from the Air Force, Navy,
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Coast Guard and the Merchant Marines. There were thousands of American and POW/MIA flags on bikes, Many with service and unit flags too, They were on two wheelers, trucks, and trikes. We are here for our brothers and sisters, We are here to thank those that went before us, We are not here to discuss if “it” was right or wrong, Together, here to stand, four hundred thousand strong.
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Tony, Renee, Stan and Lynn went on a trip to Sturgis—and came back from an adventure of a lifetime. It was a magnificent trip, Incredible fun, sensational people, I was honored to be the tour guide and cover it all for BTR! Stay tuned for more in future issues. Ron Galletti
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www.B Events July 2 Buford, GA American Legion Post 127 Bike Night 770-932-2389. July 3 Cartersville, GA Tom’s Place Friday Bike Night 6PM every Fri. Live music, food & drink specials, raffles, free cab ride (11PM- 2AM), Prettiest of the Night Contest 770-386-77555. July 4
Happy Birthday America Marietta, GA Spend the 4th of July at Mulligan’s Food & Spirits. The Michael Allman Band will be playing at 2PM. Gates open at 1pm. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at Eventbrite. com. Live music, food, fun & more! Proceeds will be donated to the American Legion Post 29 in Marietta, Ga to benefit their support efforts to Veterans! For More information please call 770-499-1137. Morrow, GA Customer Appreciation Day 12PM - 2PM Thunder Tower H-D West every Sat. Free food, drinks, live music, and more. For more information 770-960-6000. July 5 Cumming, GA Killer Creek H-D sponsors Bike Night at Good ‘Ol Days. Join us for food & drink specials, music & give-aways 7PM-10PM. Good ‘Ol Days is located at 419 Atlanta Rd, Cumming, GA 30040. FMI call 770-777-1000 or visit www.killercreekharley.com McDonough, GA Thunder Tower H-D West Bike Day at Motorhead’s Bar and Grill 2PM - 6PM Food and drink specials, live music, games, giveaways and more 770-898-0008. July 7 Griffin GA, The Ton Vintage Motorcycle Night 6:30PM - 9:30PM 1st Tue. Safehouse Coffee Roadsters. Beat the heat with some cool bikes and good times. For more information call please 678-603-1462. Grayson, GA Hail Mary’s Bike Night 7PM 10PM- Ride with the Falcons Fury H-D Team to Bike Night KSU at 6:30PM. Enjoy food and drink specials! Live music! Good people! Great bikes! For more information call 770-979-7999. July 9 Lithia, GA Customer Appreciation Bike Night H-D of Atlanta 2nd Thu. 6PM - 9PM. Enjoy live music, free food & beer, and more. For more information call 770-944-1340. July 10 Cartersville, GA Tom’s Place Friday Bike Night 6PM every Fri. Live music, food & drink
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BornToRide.com/events s, Rides & Destinations specials, raffles, free cab ride (11PM- Conyers, GA Falcons Fury H-D HOG 2AM), Prettiest of the Night Contest, and Bash 7PM – 8:30PM - Come on down to more 770-386-77555. the dealership for our monthly Bash! There will be lots of people you know and maybe Roswell, GA KCHD-U Basic Rider Course even some new friends to meet. A good & MSF in Alpharetta. Cost is $320 per time will be had by all that attend. FMI call person. Thursday 6PM-8PM at KCHD, 770-979-7999. Friday 6PM-9PM at KCHD, Saturday 8AM-5PM at MSF, Sunday 8AM-2PM Roswell, GA Killer Creek H-D Bike Night MSF & 2PM-5PM KCHD 770-777-1000. at Bodock’s Bar and Grill 7PM - 10PM. Join us for food and drink specials, music, July 11 giveaways, and more 770-777-1000. Atlanta GA Linda’s Legacy Health Fair 10AM - 2PM 2262 Campbellton Rd. July 18 Free admission; Health Care professionals Athens, GA Cycle World of Athens 2nd will provide screenings and tips on healthy Annual Ride for Dreams 9AM. Charity ride living 404-553-1877. for Butterfly Dreams Farm, a local nonprofit organization in Watkinsville, GA that Athens, GA Cycle World of Athens Open provides different therapies for children and House Party & Miss Cycle World of Athens young adults with needs. One of their main Pin Up Contents 10AM - 4PM. Be the next focuses is Hippotherapy, occupational and Miss Cycle World of Athens, cash prizes speech therapy where the movement of a for the top three ladies, winner receives hose is used. For more information visit special billboard photo shoot with Brooklyn www.butterflydreamfarm.org. Brat images 706-548-3300. Conyers, GA Falcons Fury H-D BB&B Conyers, GA Falcons Fury H-D Customer (Bikes, Beer, & BBQ) 12PM - 4PM All Appreciation Day: 12PM - 4PM - Enjoy bikes unite and join Falcons Fury H-D for Live Music, FREE Amici Pizza, Drinks and music and fun. Hosted by Mz. Klassz of COLD BEER (while they last)! *PLEASE “Stay ‘N’ Your Lane.” BBQ Competition. DRINK RESPONSIBLY! For more Custom Bike Show. Live Music! For vendor information call 770-979-7999. information contact Kalvin at marketing@ falconsfuryhd.com or call 770-979-7999. Roswell, GA Killer Creek H-D Power Hour 2PM – 3PM. Let KCHD certified techs Douglasville, GA Beulah Faith Riders explain power and performance. For more 2015 Ride-N-Show Beulah Baptist Church information call 770-777-1000. 10AM - 2PM FREE EVENT Registration starts 9:45AM • Kick Stands up 10:30AM July 12 Escorted Ride • Bike & Car Show Popular McDonough, GA Thunder Tower H-D Vote & People’s Choice Awards (no cost West Bike Day at Motorhead’s Bar and Grill to register for bike ride or bike/car show) 2PM Food and drink specials, live music, Vendors, free food, live music and more. games, giveaways and more. For more FMI cheryl@beulahfaithriders.com. information 770-898-0008. Marietta, GA 7/18 - 7/19 Marietta Indian Roswell, GA Demo Day at Killer Creek Motorcycle Two-day Epic Grand Opening H-D 12:30PM – 4:30PM. Test ride the Party. DJ Ko, frozen T-shirt contest, food new 2015 HD lineup. Valid motorcycle and drinks, roll the dice to win a 2015 Indian license and gear required 770-777-1000. motorcycle (250 sign-ups), buy a new indian motorcycle and we’ll give you an July 14 Apple watch (does not apply to purchase of Conyers, GA Falcons Fury H-D Bike the Indian Scout) 770-956-9577. Night @ Sudo Bar & Grill 7PM - 10PM - Enjoy food and drink specials! DJ Dirty Morrow, GA Thunder Tower H-D West in the mix! Good people! Great bikes! Customer Appreciation Day 12PM - 2PM PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY! For Free burgers, hot dogs and drinks waiting more information call 770-979-7999. for you; live music, and more. For more information call 770-960-6000. July 16 Columbus, GA Hot Rods & Harleys July 19 Thursday Night Cruise-In. Chattahoochee Covington, GA The Depot Bike Night 3PM H-D, 6PM – 8PM 3rd Thu. of every - 7PM every Sun. For more information month! FREE Admission! BBQ available roadhouseatl@gmail.com. for purchase FMI 706-324-4294.
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July 23 Conyers, GA Falcons Fury Bike H-D Night 6PM - 9PM - Enjoy Food and Drinks* provided by Hooters of Conyers! Live Music! Vendors and Good people! *Cash Bar. PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY! FMI 770-979-7999 or falconsfuryhd.com.
July 30 Athens, GA Cycle World of Athens Two Wheel Thursday Bike Night 5PM - 9PM. One of Georgia’s biggest and most talked about bike night. Live music, good eats and ice-cold beer, raffles, and door prizes. For more information call 706-548-3300.
July 24 Cave Spring, GA 7/24 - 7/25 Cave Spring Motorcycle Rally Big Cedar Creek. Gates open 12PM Friday and 9AM Saturday $25 2 Day Special Package $10 – Friday only (1 Day Admission) $20 – Saturday only (1 Day Admission) $30 – 2 Day Admission plus Primitive Tent Camping – only $5. RV Space is limited $20 per RV for 2 days. Live music, bike show, beer, food, vendors, 50/50 raffle and more. For more information call 706-777-0029.
August 1 Morrow, GA Thunder Tower H-D West Customer Appreciation Day 12PM - 2PM Free burgers, hot dogs and drinks waiting for you; live music, and more. For more information call 770-960-6000.
July 25 Conyers, GA Falcons Fury H-D Demo Day 12PM - 4PM (Last Saturday of the Month) – Enjoy Hot dogs & drinks, Instore Poker Run, and Test Rides all day! For more information 770-979-7999 or visit falconsfuryhd.com Flowery Branch, GA Gentle Intervention Ride for the Kids. Registration 10:30AM Mind’s Eye Tattoo. Last bike out at noon $10 per hand (as many hands as you want) Live entertainment 2PM - 5PM. Open to all so invite friends and family! For more information please call 770-932-2386. Morrow, GA Thunder Tower H-D West Customer Appreciation Day 12PM - 2PM Free burgers, hot dogs and drinks waiting for you; live music, and more. For more information call 770-960-6000. July 26 Cartersville, GA Tom’s Place Friday Bike Night 6PM every Fri. Live music, food & drink specials, raffles, free cab ride (11PM2AM), Prettiest of the Night Contest, and more 770-386-77555. Cartersville, GA Christmas in July Southern Devil H-D 12PM. Bring in two new unwrapped toys or $20 gift card or donation per rider. KSU 1pm. Ride ends at Tom’s Place. Event to benefit Bartow Christmas Coalition. For more information about the event and charity call 888-965-6342.
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August 2 Cumming, GA Killer Creek H-D sponsors Bike Night at Good ‘Ol Days. Join us for food and drink specials, music and giveaways. 7PM-10 PM. Good ‘Ol Days is located at 419 Atlanta Rd, Cumming, GA 30040. FMI call 770-777-1000 McDonough, GA Thunder Tower H-D West Bike Day at Motorhead’s Bar and Grill 2PM - 6PM Food and drink specials, live music, games, giveaways and more. For more information call 770-898-0008. August 6 Atwood, TN 8/6 – 8/9 Junebug Boogie Boogie Hollar 164 Clay Lane, Atwood, TN 38220 (Between Nashville and Memphis 40 miles north of I-40). ADULTS ONLY, live music, bike show, wild contests, biker games, free camping. Saturday only $10, weekend $40. For more information visit usabikerparties.com. August 13 Helen, GA 8/13 - 8/16 Destination Helen Motorcycle Rally. The event will include live music, rides, a pub crawl, a bike show, bike games, vendors and more. The rally attracts bikers and festival vendors from all over. We think this is going to be the best year yet! For less than 20 bucks you can’t beat the music, the crowd, the atmosphere. We love doing this, because of you guys … seeing you rolling in town, sharing a few laughs and having good times makes it all worthwhile. Not to mention the priceless memories of playing adult games, and the Male Buns Contest and Miss Destination Helen Contest. For more information please call 706-878-8520.
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The entire review could be summed up in a sentence: “This film created an image and a lifestyle that yet endures.” Yes, the image of a young Brando sitting on his Triumph motorcycle, dressed in a black leather jacket, tilted cap and a stolen trophy attached at the headlamp, is certainly one that literally everyone has seen at least once. Some of you still live that image today! This film arguably started the biker exploitation explosion in this reviewer’s eyes, and set the tone for hundreds of “B” movie skirt riders that are still being spawned as we speak. Released in 1953, The Wild One was based on a short story The Cyclists’ Raid by Frank Rooney which was published in Harper’s magazine in 1951. Rooney’s story was inspired by the Life magazine expose dubbed “The Hollister riot” published in July 21, 1947, after the famed ‘motorcycle weekend’ on July 4th. Curiously, that event is still celebrated in Hollister to this day! Further research will show that this piece was not as well accepted as some of Marlon Brando’s other work, such as Streetcar Named Desire and the film was actually banned in the UK for 14 years! What is Johnny rebelling against? “What have you got?” The story starts out when Brando, starring as Johnny Strabler, and his gang the Black Rebels Motorcycle Club roll into a small Midwestern town and interrupt a motorcycle race
being held there. A member of the BRMC steals a trophy, and presents it to Johnny who is the president of the gang in a show of respect. This trophy will become a focal point in the rest of the film, as it was not ‘won’ in actual competition, but ‘won’ by the ‘club’ as a spoil of confrontation. Johnny never actually states that he won the trophy until the gang heads to a local café, where Johnny meets Kathie Bleeker (played by Mary Murphy) who is the daughter of the local constable. Johnny tries to impress Kathie by stating that he won the trophy in the race, and asks her out to a dance being held later in the evening. Kathie refuses, and as the gang causes more and more disturbance, the locals in the town prod Harry Bleeker (the local cop played by Robert Keith) to deal with the gang. At this point in the film it becomes clear that Kathie is actually attracted to Johnny, and his wild lifestyle, but the romance never seems to work out.… As Johnny and his gang leave the Café, they encounter Chino (played by Lee Marvin) and his gang. Johnny and Chino are old enemies, and it is inferred that they were both members of another – larger- gang. Their rivalry escalated when Johnny broke off and formed the BRMC. Chino tries to recover the stolen trophy, but is unable to do so. As in all films of this nature, a fight breaks out between Johnny and Chino - Johnny wins. During the melee, a citizen hits a motorcycle with his car, and Chino drags him out of the car to beat him up. It is at this point that Harry the Cop arrests Chino. Harry was going to arrest the citizen also, but he lets him go in fear of future retribution. With Chino in jail, Johnny returns to the café to once again ask Kathie out. She again refuses using the ‘trophy’ and the alleged theft as an excuse. … (I guess she didn’t want to be a “Trophy” wife!) Later that night, Chino’s gang abducts the citizen from his home and in a hilarious scene they attempt to put him in jail with Chino. They actually get him into a cot in the cell, but Chino is too drunk to get up, so they just leave him there. He later breaks out! How you ask? The locals form up a vigilante squad to run the bikers out of town. When they go to the jail to retrieve their neighbor, Chino escapes and disappears into the darkness. Later Chino and his gang attempt to abduct Kathie, but our hero Johnny saves the day! Kathie and Johnny soon part but the vigilantes capture Johnny and give him a good beating. He escapes, and returns to his motorcycle and as the vigilantes give chase, one of them throws a tire iron at the speeding bike. The tire iron knocks Johnny from his bike, but the rider-less machine careens into an elderly bystander, killing him.… Johnny is arrested and charged with manslaughter, but after Kathie and another witness corroborate his story he is released from jail. In the end, even though it is apparent that Johnny doesn’t want to thank his witnesses for speaking up for him, he returns to the Café to offer the trophy to Kathie. This film is a classic piece that you will likely enjoy if you are fan of biker exploitation films. I stated earlier that this is the one that started it all, and if you like this kind of action this is a must see! The film runs 79 minutes; it is presented in beautiful black and white, and available on DVD! I’ll give this one 5 stars, and you will play it over and over again, I promise…
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A few weekends ago we were in a group of 12 friends to get in the wind and enjoy the day together. The group took this last ride with our departing pastor, as a way of saying goodbye because he had been called to a church in North Carolina. We hit a great breakfast restaurant, and had a lot of fun joking and reminiscing, and ate all kinds of good foods. After we were all stuffed, we took off on a ride to nowhere (isn’t that the best kind?). Our leader picked some
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nice back roads through some great farmland and horse farms, the weather was ideal, and the ride just about perfect. At one point we stopped for some bottles of cold water and spent more time remembering the past while also talking about the future. Our leader asked for input as to where to go next but got no suggestions, and about 45 minutes later we pulled into an ice cream shop (who would guess) that overlooks Kings Bay. It was absolutely beautiful, and the ice cream was great. Even better was the time of fellowship, as we all recognized that our last day together was coming to an end. It had been a great day to ride and share together, but 2 of our 12 would soon be leaving us behind. Looking back on our day together, I was reminded of the words of Jesus in John 15:22, “This is My commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you.” I realized that this group of 12 people was linked together by our love for one another, a love that is not demanding or selfish but really caused us to deeply care about one another as brothers and sisters in Christ. Yes, two of us were leaving the
group, but that won’t change how we feel about one another, and North Carolina is just a nice ride north from here! As I thought about the love this group has for each other, I realize our lives reflect a far greater example—Jesus Christ. His love was, and is, absolute, unconditional, and without end. Indeed, in the end He gave His very life for us, the ultimate sacrifice of love. He was willing, and gave His life as a sin payment for His brothers. Not only that, He gave His life for every man, woman, and child who will ever live so they might have life and have it more abundantly. That being said, there is one prerequisite to receiving that love from Jesus; yet it is so simple even a child can understand it. One must believe that Jesus died to pay for our sins and was resurrected by God, and we must ask Him to be the Lord of our lives. Now that is love, pure and perfect love! Best of all, He loves you, and wants to be your Lord. Call on Him, He’s waiting for you! In The Wind, Denny Dingler
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