Carolina Chrome
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Issue #166
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Ms. Chrome July 2022
Ms. Nina Rabon Eastover, SC
Photography By Deb Davis
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CONTENTS Cover Photography by Retread 3 Ms. Nina Rabon Chrome July 2022 Photography by Deb Davis 4 6
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VOTE! Carolina Chrome Contestants Cover Story Article by Retread Biker Kids EVENTS Real Freedom Monthly Devotional By Dennis Reynolds CVMA Adventure! Official Uninted States of America Flag Code
Cover Photography By Retread
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Our cover story starts in the Year 1775. April 19, 1775, is when the Revolutionary War started and on the 4th day of July, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was adopted by the Continental Congress. On August 2nd, 1776, it was signed. Each year we celebrate the 4th of July in all kinds of ways; people out boating on the lakes, bikers having a ride, families gathering for Hamburgers & Hot dogs, and you will always be able to find a firework displays throughout South Carolina! The reason we can enjoy this day is because Patriots stood strong in their beliefs and stood for the cause called Freedom! We today, still have those Patriots! these are the men and women that still stand strong in the belief that this country will always remain free; they are the Armed Forces of the United States! The contribution of their time, their love for country and in some cases; their lives, are the reason we get to celebrate each year.
For July 2022, we, at Carolina Chrome, want to show our respect to the man on the cover:
Mr. James A. Faile or better known as "Featherweight".
In the days of High School, Jimmy and his friends would hit the local bowling alley to bowl and afterwards the guys would start to horse around; boxing and jabbing at each other. Jimmy says he was the smallest back then and usually was on the bottom, but not always! And so, as it goes, his friends nicknamed him "Featherweight"! Jimmy was born in Camden SC on April 26, 1958. went to Kershaw County Schools and Graduated In 1976 From Andrew Jackson High School. He then went on to attend York Technical College and graduated in 1977 with a certificate in Machine Tool Making. Jimmy found the job market wanting someone with 5+ years' experience his chosen trade. Jimmy made the decision to serve his country by joining the USAF in August of 1977-1982 as an aircraft Mechanic. His permeant base was Scott AFB Illinois where he worked on T39s T140s and C9s. While in the USAF Jimmy, remembering his High School days at the bowling alleys and a little boxing between friends, he decided to go to boxing school for a couple of years and to continue to be "Featherweight". As we know all things must come to an end or so "Featherweight" thought. As he finished his enlistment at Pope AFB in NC. It was not the end for Featherweight he reupped with the Military and continued to serve his country by joining the NC Air National Guard. where he continued to work on C-130 aircraft. In 1987 he transferred to McEntire Joint National Guard Base and through the next 10 years he continued working on c-1-30s and F-16s as a transferred Guardsman and continued as an active-duty Airman for a total of 20 years. All in all, he has given 40-years to a career in the military and serving our Country! In 1982 he joined the Camden Chapter of the Trinity Motorcycle Club. “Featherweight” became a full patch member in July of 1982. As with most of us comes marriage and having children and raising a family He settled down in Kershaw Sc where he still remains today. "Featherweight" and a few other members asked about starting a second chapter of the Trinity MC in Kershaw SC. So, in 1989 the Kershaw chapter of Trinity was established. Featherweight said in the early years of the club there was no clubhouse for the Kershaw chapter so its member s meet at garages, back yards, and even the Old Boy Scout building. They received help from the Mayor of Kershaw at that time and were able to purchase property on Flat Rock Rd. in Kershaw. It was the Old Clyburn Station. The club has really grown senses the old days, and they still remain as their first club house, constantly improving repairing and adding to it. They have cleared more areas at the club house and just finished a 600ft addition to it. With all, his accomplishments and continued service to his country, his brothers in his club and the people of his community. "Featherweight" will hit another milestone in his life. He will have 40 years of service to the Trinity Motorcycle Club July 2022. I ask you once again we think of the 4th of JULY and all the accomplishments this Country has made sense the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776. Let us draw and learn a lesson from a 40-year veteran and a 40-year club member who stood for our freedom. And always remember: stay calm and call "Featherweight". 6
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Cover Write-Up By Retead
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Abbi & Hunter Rabon Parents Alex & Nita Rabon Submitted by Deb Davis
Lakole 1st time riding! Submitted by Pappy & Lana
Above is the orginizer of the Memorial Ride from Gadgets to Fort Jackson for their service. 87+ bikes! See page 11 for MORE pictures! Photography by Retread. WWW.CHROMESC.COM
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Monday, July 4th Independence Day Independence Day, or as it is more commonly known the 4th of July, commemorates the independence of the United States from Britain. This was officially declared via the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. Americans take this day to celebrate all that is American. They remember the great sacrifices of their forefathers in fighting for independence and celebrate America's independence. This day is most commonly associated with firework celebrations and barbeques. Saturday, July 23rd Christmas in July Toy Tun & Pet Supply Drive Starts at Savannah Harley Davidson registration from 9am-10:30am KSU at 11AM...cars, bikes,Bikes, etc. All welcome to participate! $30 to ride or equivalent in toys or pet supplies. Going to Grand Lake Club at Southbridge for summer Santa photos, pool party, DJ, Beverages, family friendly! Door prizes and more! Toys to be used for adopted veteran Christmas families in the upcoming holiday season. Pet supplies to be donated to a local animal shelter. Sunday, September 11, 2022 @ Noon Memorial ride for fallen firefighters 482 cemetery rd Wareshoals SC. FMI: Michael Hitt 8649925175 Michaelhitt20@gmail.com Saturday, October 1, 2022 12-4pm Where The Rubber Meets The Pavement Savannah Harley Davidson Bike Show, community skills competition, Battle of the Badges Skills Competition, Swap Meet, vendors, Smashtown truck, food trucks and more! To register go to https:// form.jotform.com/220310704020028 FMI: Melinda Griffin 912-712-6661
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Real Freedom Monthly Devotional
Since 1993, there has only been one Memorial Day I have been able to spend at home. Oh sure, I would love to enjoy that three day “holiday” weekend with family and friends cooking out or taking local rides on our bikes. It would be awesome to sit back and relax for those three days worrying about nothing but food and fellowship. But that is not what I do! Way back in 1988, a Vietnam Veteran named Ray Manzo organized a rally to bring awareness to the plight of prisoners of war and soldiers missing in action in Southeast Asia. Working with veteran’s organizations and the Vietnam Veterans Motorcycle Club, Manzo encouraged veterans and supporters to ride into Washington DC and gather at the National Mall on Memorial Day Weekend. More than 2,500 motorcycles showed up and the Rolling Thunder Motorcycle Rally was born! Sadly, after 32 years, Rolling Thunder ended in 2019 when the Rolling Thunder inc. president decided it cost too much to hold any longer. That Same year, AMVETS took over and the rally has since been renamed “Rolling to Remember”. Rolling Thunder/Rolling to Remember, is a protest run geared toward bringing awareness to POWs and MIAs from all wars, the epidemic of veteran suicides, and veteran’s issues in general. At times, more than a million motorcyclists have attended the rally. Each year is different. Some years have been bitterly cold while others are blistering hot. We have endured drenching rain where our tents nearly floated away, tornados have knocked trees over just a few feet from our campsites, and people have even stolen things from us while we were attending the rally. Still, we return every year to Capitol KOA Campground in Millersville MD, where we are always greeted as family, as we have since my third Rolling Thunder in 1995. Every year since 1993, except for 2020 due to the rally’s cancellation during COVID, my friends and I have made the annual Memorial Day pilgrimage to Washington DC to participate and make our voices heard. Why? We ride for those who can’t. We ride for those who still suffer. We ride for those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. We ride for freedom. Our freedom is fleeting, our freedom is fragile, our freedom is paid for in blood… Yes, to me, it is THAT important! There is another form of freedom as well... It was also paid for by a man with blood and sacrifice. He also died to set us free. He was a man who gave His life for people that He did not know, and who did not deserve His sacrifice. He was with those who fought for the South and those who fought for the North, those who stormed Normandy beach, and those who landed in the Ia Drang 10
valley in 1964. He was with that Marine in Afghanistan, those who fought their way into Baghdad, and he has not forgotten those who died for others. He is still with those who were killed on foreign fields of battle and those who suffer daily from the wounds of battle. He is with the soldier who is in Walter Reed missing a limb as well as the soldier who resides in the homeless shelter suffering from PTSD. He is the strength that we can all call on in times of need. He wants to show us His unending love and mercy. More than 2000 years ago He was led to a hill and killed because he came to save mankind. He rose on the third day, and He still lives today. If we commit our lives to Him, even though we may find ourselves on a field of battle in a strange land, we will never be alone. He will strengthen us in our weakness, comfort us in our troubles, and catch us when we stumble. His name is Jesus, and even if you do not know Him, He knows you! Matthew 11:28 NIV Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. John 15:13 NIV
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"There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”
Ride on and stay safe, Dennis Reynolds Mideast Regional Elder Bikers for Christ M/M
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Article by: Thania Ramos Photo Credits: Tricia & James Mayes, Thania Ramos and Shea Williamson. Bike Week in Myrtle Beach never disappoints and always is a great destination to ride and have fun in the Sun. At the end of Bike Week on Saturday, Myrtle Beach Harley Davidson hosted their 2022 Spring Scenic Rally Ride. This year's ride was a huge success with over 300 riders registering. 34-3 Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association ®️ lead the scenic ride which started at Grumpy Monk in Myrtle Beach, with a stop midpoint at Buzz's Roost (Georgetown) for riders to get refreshments then ended at Wicked Tuna Shack, Murrells Inlet were everyone enjoyed great food, music, and prizes. A great time was had by all.
Myrtle Beach Harley Davidson donated proceeds from registration and 50/50 raffle to 34-3 Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association ®️. This donation will help 34-3 Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association ®️ get closer to their goal of raising $15,000 to help build/sponsor a tiny home for a local homeless Veteran in Myrtle Beach.
To learn more about 34-3 Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association ®️ go to their Facebook page CVMA 34-3. To donate to help 34-3 reach their goal, please go to their website www.cvma34-3.com.
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Title 4, United States Flag Code, Chapter 1 § 8. (f) The flag should never be used as a covering for a ceiling. (g) The flag should never have placed upon it, nor Respect For Flag No disrespect should be shown to the flag of the United on any part of it, nor attached to it any mark, States of America; the flag should not be dipped to insignia, letter, word, figure, design, picture, or drawing any person or thing. Regimental colors, State flags, of any nature. and organization or institutional flags are to be dipped (h) The flag should never be used as a receptacle for as a mark of honor. receiving, holding, carrying, or delivering anything. (a) The flag should never be displayed with the union (i) The flag should never be used for advertising down, except as a signal of dire distress in instances purposes in any manner whatsoever. It should not of extreme danger to life or property. be embroidered on such articles as cushions or (b) The flag should never touch anything beneath it, handkerchiefs and the like, printed or otherwise such as the ground, the floor, water, or merchandise. impressed on paper napkin or boxes or anything that (c) The flag should never be carried flat or horizontally, is designed for temporary use and discard. Advertising but always aloft and free. signs should not be fastened to a staff or halyard from (d) The flag should never be used as wearing which the flag is flown. apparel, bedding, or drapery. It should never be (j) No part of the flag should ever be used as a festooned, drawn back, nor up, in folds, but always costume or athletic uniform. However, a flag patch may allowed to fall free. be affixed to the uniform of military personnel, firemen, Bunting of blue, white, and red always arranged with policemen, and members of patriotic organizations. The the blue above, the white in the middle, and the red flag represents a living country and is itself considered a below, should be used for covering a speaker's desk, living thing. Therefore, the lapel flag pin being a replica, draping the front of the platform, and for should be worn on the left lapel near the heart. decoration in general. (k) The flag, when it is in such condition that it is no (e) The flag should never be fastened, displayed, used, longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed or stored in such a manner as to permit it to be easily in a dignified way, preferably by burning. (Disposal of torn, soiled, or damaged in any way. Unserviceable Flags Ceremony) In Congress, July 4, 1776 The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America The Declaration of Independence included these three major ideas: People have certain Inalienable Rights including Life, Liberty and Pursuit of Happiness. All Men are created equal. Individuals have a civic duty to defend these rights for themselves and others. Photos By Tammy
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