Carolina Chrome
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Issue #154
JUNE 2021
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CONTENTS
Cover Photography By Robert Holley 3&7 Dawn Dawn Wilson - Greenwood SC 8 Dr. DILLIGAF 11 Screw It, Let’s Ride!
by James Lollis 13 Southern Carolina Cycles Article & Pictures by Nina 14 “The Broken Wire” Article By Dennis Reynolds 16-21 events 25 Tips to Avoid Dehydration while Riding 26 The Southeast Iron Butt Tour for Operation Homefront
28 2021 Dream Ride
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Wind Sisters RC member Christi Wright Hartman, age 46, of Anderson, SC, passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2021, at St. Francis Downtown Greenville SC. Submitted By Cyndi English Huckaby
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In July of 2017, Joey Chastain, a Hardwood Cruiser MC member was diagnosed with squamous cell cancer on the base of the tongue. He received 35 radiation treatments and 3 large doses of chemo at MUSC in Charleston. This was over an 8 week period, in which he and his wife Terri Lynn had to pick up and leave their 3 kids. Treatment was a success. Joey went into remission. Things went back to a new normal. Then everything changed in August of 2020. He developed a small cough. After a couple of tests they discovered a lime size tumor in his upper lung. Once again they were sent back to Charleston for 6 weeks of treatment which was 30 radiation treatments, and 6 doses of 2 different chemotherapy treatments. Things were looking good through all the treatments, the scans showed the tumor was shrinking. A month after the treatments ended everything still showed the tumor was shrinking. In December, he was placed on immuno therapy. In February of 2021 he went for a scheduled pet scan as a routine checkup. It showed that the original tumor was gone, but it showed 7 new small tumors in his lung. It also showed a shadow on his brain. They scheduled a brain scan for the following week. The results were not what anyone expected. It showed 5 tumors in his brain. The largest being on his optical nerve, this tumor had started to take away Joey’s peripheral vision on the right side of both eyes. After the team of Doctors met, they decided that the best option for Joey would be to do a procedure called gamma knife. Joey was fitted with a halo which was screwed into his skull and he was bolted to a table for 4 hours, while 192 beams of radiation were shot into each tumor. He also began a regimen of chemo for his lungs. He wears a pump for 4 days every 3rd week. As of right now the brain & lung tumors are shrinking and dying. He will be going back for more scans in June. Joey's hope is that the Lord will continue to heal him and use his journey as a testimony for others. He wants other to know that you should NEVER STOP LIVING, when you stop living, your life is over, and he is going to live whether that is for 6 days, 6 weeks, 6 months 6 years or 6 decades. IN May 2021, the Hardwood Cruier Low Down Crew hosted a benefit for Joey Chastain. Together along with the support of others, Jeremy Hudson and Ashley Tumblin worked to put together a well attended and supported event. More than 155 riders signed up for the ride along with various car clubs in the Anderson, SC area. Thanks everyone for their love and prayers. Submitted By Terri Lynn Chastain Page Photos By Starla
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Dr. Dilligaf
Would it be too difficult to learn to ride on a chopper style bike?
My father did construction work about 5 years ago and the guy ended up paying with his bike. It is a Big Dog Mastiff and it has been collecting dust in our garage for years. I have always wanted to ride a street bike as I’ve only ridden dirt bikes when I was young (10 years ago). Would it be to difficult to learn on this style of bike? I may just be overthinking it as it looks much more intimidating compared to a regular street bike. It is a pretty strong bike and I would more than likely be learning from zero since its been so long. -Uncertain
Dear Uncertain, Difficulty has a lot to do with the individual. Basically it’s an objective question. What is your definition of difficult? My wife says that I am difficult, but I disagree. I am going out on a limb here because you just don’t come across as the assertive type and say that for you, it would be difficult. The Big Dog Mastiff is a 117 cubic inch S&S powered bike with a raked front end and extended forks. It has a low seat height which is good for maneuverabilty, but has forward controls which limits your riding position. Considering that most new riders (you said starting from 0) typically start on a smaller engined, light weight bike; my inclination is to say no to question one. Then again you said that you rode dirt bikes some time back, did you quit because you sucked at it? Did you quit because you were scared? None of the above? This bike doesn’t compare to regular street bikes, it’s longer, heavier and has lots of torque. I know street bikes have a lot of horse power, but torque is the true measure of power. HP is how fast you hit a wall, torque is how far the wall moves. My summation is that this bike is too much for you to learn on. It would be best to trade it for something more light weight and docile. Having said that you can contact me through Carolina Chrome and we can work out a trade and put you on something to learn (or re-learn) to ride on. Dr. Dilligaf
way over in a corner while hard on the throttle the results would be 180 degrees different than if you were rolling casually down the highway, pulled in the clutch and then killed it. I have done the latter many times to listen for drive train noises or to see if the starter or ignition sytem is working. The former however is a recipe for disaster, just ask anyone who has done that sort of thing accidentally. The list of bad things that can happen is endless. From road rash to six friends steppin and fetchin. Like anything having to do with operating a motorcycle safely, knowledge of the limitations of yourself and your equipment are paramount to arriving at your destination with everything intact. Practice killing it while operating slowly in a safe environment. Understand that you can restart it either with the starter button after turning the kill switch on or by selecting the appropriate gear and releasing the clutch. If you misunderstand any of this, please take a rider’s safety course before ridng with others, especially me. Dr. Dilligaf Dr. Diligaf is meant for entertainment only! The views and opinions expressed in the articles are not meant to offend anyone or group. If you have been offended, understand; that is not our objective. Thank you thick skin readers and for those other readers; the Chrome Crew offers FREE hugs! Send in YOUR Questions for Dr. Dilligaf to: carolinachrome@yahoo.com.
I was wondering if I hit the engine kill switch while riding, can I just turn it back on and expect no mishap while coasting? -Scared to try
Dear Scared to try, Your question is subjective. If I was mean, well, wait I know I can be mean. But if I was really mean I would just answer yes. You can hit the kill switch while riding, but if you did it while leaned
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June 2021 Events Friday, June 4, 2021 Radio Source Band 7:00pm-11:30pm
Friday, June 18, 2021 Yarborough Brothers 7:00pm-11:30pm
Saturday, June 5, 2021 Palmetto Cadillacs 2:00pm-6:00pm Josh Hilly Band 7:00pm-11:30pm
Saturday, June 19, 2021 Killer Bees 2:00pm-6:00pm Andy Buckner 7:00pm-11:30pm
Sunday, June 6, 2021 Faith Bardill (Deck) 2:00pm-5:00pm
Sunday, June 20, 2021 Larry Jackson (Deck) 2:00pm-5:00pm
Friday, June 11, 2021 Kevin Mack Band 7:00pm-11:30pm
Friday, June 25, 2021 Bailey Road Band 7:00pm-11:30pm
Saturday, June 12, 2021 DJ John 12:00pm-4:00pm Kyle Dills 7:00pm-11:30pm
Saturday, June 26, 2021 DJ John 12:00pm-3:00pm Zack Teague 3:00pm-6:00pm Matt Tucker Band 7:00pm-11:30pm
Sunday, June 13, 2021 Jim Hayes (Deck) 2:00pm-5:00pm
Monday: CLOSED Tuesday: 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday: 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday: 11:00 AM - 1:00 AM
Sunday, June 27, 2021 Kaylee Green (Deck) 2:00pm-5:00pm
Friday: 11:00 AM - 1:00 AM Saturday: 11:00 AM - 1:00 AM Sunday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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“The Broken Wire”
1 Peter 5:8 tells us to be on guard because the Devil prowls around like a roaring lion seeking who he can devour. 2 Corinthians 11:14 tells us that Satan disguises himself as an angel of light. Finally, Ephesians 4:27 tells us not to give the Devil even the slightest foothold on our lives.
I want to tell you a story…
A few years ago, I had a customer bring me his BMW motorcycle for repair. Just as soon as we get comfortable, let our guard down, and start thinking we have it all together, Satan will hit us with Just looking at this bike, you would have assumed there was something we don’t even recognize. absolutely nothing wrong with it. The paint was flawless, it was squeaky clean, and it had obviously been well mainIt may be that one small struggle we think we can handle… tained. When I hit the starter button, the bike fired up and ran like a champ! Not a tick or ping, it didn’t smoke, and the Just one small thing… thing purred like a kitten. And then just like that tiny little wire rendered that beautiful motorcycle useless, that one small thing we don’t even But appearances can be deceiving... notice in our lives eventually destroys everything we have…
While the motorcycle was beautiful and it always fired up on How do we beat that? How do we keep that from happening? the first try, it did have an issue. If you were riding slow and turned the handlebars to the left, the bike would suddenly First, we pray! We give those small struggles to God before shut off… EVERY TIME! they become big struggles. We ask Him daily for assistance in our decision-making process. He will never steer us Attempting to find the issue, I removed the tank, traced wrong. wiring, and checked the handlebar switches. By all appearances, everything was as it should be. Scratching my head, Second, we stay in God’s word! There is no better place to I decided to dive a little deeper. After initially removing the learn the things of God than to be in His word every day! plastic coating from the wiring harness that ran along the The Bible is God’s guidebook for life! steering neck, I had not found the issue. Upon checking each wire individually however, I located the problem. And finally, dedicate your life and everything you have There was a small red wire that looked as though nothing was wrong. It was not burned, there was no corrosion, but inside the sheath there was a break in the copper. When the bike was straight or turned right, the wire was together, but if the handlebar was turned to the left, the wire would separate. This was what had caused the bike to shut off. By all appearances, the motorcycle was in perfect condition. But something you could not even see, that would cost less than a dime to repair, caused the entire system to fail. Sometimes our lives are that way. We may have an amazing family life, wonderful friends, and a well-paying job… We may have a great car, an awesome house, and a beautiful motorcycle… We may fully believe our lives are going along smoothly and we have things under control…
to Jesus! If we are living our lives for ourselves and no one else, we will never be satisfied! But if we are living for Jesus, there is nothing He can’t handle.
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” ~Matthew 11:28-30 (NIV) New International Version
Ride on and stay safe Dennis Reynolds Mideast Regional Elder Bikers For Christ M/M
But then, there could be something that just isn’t right. Some small insignificant thing that we may not even notice may be sitting back and waiting to wreck our lives.
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JUNE
Thursday, June 3rd @6pm The Great Affairs in Anderson, SC @ Timms H-D of Anderson. FREE SHOW. All Ages. FRIDAY, JUNE 4th 4pm-8pm Hot Dog Benefit In Memory Of Sterlyn Bullock Ware Shoals Town Square IT’S TIME WE COME TOGETHER AND RAISE AWARENESS TO THE “S” WORD EVERYONE IS AFRAID TO SPEAK ABOUT!!Suicide is a difficult topic, but it’s too important to ignore. Suicide is the second leading cause of death for young people ages 15-24. Come help us support the family of Sterlyn Bullock at our Hot Dog benefit. All proceeds will go directly to his Mom! She is aware we are doing this and appreciates it; but also wants us to raise awareness to what happened. So, that’s what we plan to do! Come join us. Hosted by Eli Morse & help of his parents: Stephanie & Fred West. Saturday, June 5th 3rd Annual Master Deputy Devin Hodges Memorial Ride/Benefit Memorial Ride contribute of Master Deputy Devin Hodges last commute to work the day he gave the ultimate sacrifice serving the citizens of Anderson County. The Ride will begin At the Hodges-Cokesbury Fire Department in Hodges SC Where will have the Hodges Elementary Drill team Present the colors and Mrs Tracie Rush sing the National Anthem and Present a kill switch System to Greenwood County Sheriffs Office. KSU@ 10:30 am to make the Ride to Big Water Marina in Starr SC on Lake Hartwell. Food beverages & entertainment provided by Shark Finn Entertainment & J.R. Cash’s Grill and Bar. Saturday, June 5th @ 6pm 81 Support Party The “Ridgeville Roadhouse” Bar & Grill. Hosted by Misguided Brotherhood MC. Come join as us with our annual 81 support party. Good 16 food, music, and people.
Saturday, June 5th Sunrise Ride For The Homeless Fundraiser to raise funds for the Village of SC Family Shelter. Shelter allows the husband to stay in unit with wife & kids. CAR GROUPS, BIKE GROUPS, BICYCLE GROUPS AND SCOOTER GROUPS TO PRE-REGISTER TO JOIN THE 30K RIDE from North Charleston to downtown to Summerville and back to North Charleston. PRE-REGISTER BY EMAILING “RIDE FOR HOMELESS FAMILYS” to studiohall528@yahoo.com
live broadcasting and keeping everyone’s ears happy and feet tapping. Your participation and donations will support life-changing programs that empower, employ, and engage America’s injured veterans. Thanks to the generosity of people like you, warriors and their families will never pay a penny for these services. Donations can be made here: https://communityfundraising.woundedwarriorproject.org/. We are also raising money through a raffle and a silent auction! The raffle tickets are $5 apiece and Saturday, June 5th you will win a pretty large swag bag 1st Mr. Bernie Charity Ride from Low Country Harley-Davidson. Money for the Wounded Warrior The silent auction item will be providProject in honor of Mr. Bernie! ed through 92.5 Kickin’ Country Registration @ 9am / KSU @ 11am Saturday, June 5th Starts & Ends at Harley Haven 4th Annual American Way $40/Rider, $10/Passenger Dam Run M U S I C / F O O D / D R I N K S / A U C- Hosted By American Infidels TION/VENDORS & much more! VMC SC Mr. Bernie spent over 75 years in Registration starts at noon at the saddle. He was a motorcycle RF’s Corner Grill. $20 per Bike scout in the US Army and was a for ride. This year’s benefit WWII and Korean War Veteran as Throttle Therapy. A non-profit well as a Purple Heart recipient. dedicated to serving veterans Bernie was a lifelong HOG mem- with motorcycle-centric prober and was active with American grams and quality of life relatLegion and the Patriot Guard. ed resources.Come ride with His memory will forever ride on us and support a worthy cause. Saturday, June 5th @Noon Corn Hole Tournament for Wounded Warrior Project Event by Low Country H-D, Summerville H-D, 92.5 Kickin’ Country and Leather Just Right 4 Yall. Low Country Harley-Davidson prides itself on its active participation with veteran charities and giving back to the local community. Team entry fee of $25 cash will go directly to #WWP. Registration will start at NOON and the games will begin at 1 PM - if you would like to sign up please email events@lowcountryharley.com. There will be slots for 32 teams and that is it! Yes, you can walk up and try and sign up - but if you know you want to play then don’t hesitate to reach out. Now there can’t be a party without music... so Charleston’s premier country radio hosts, Hunter & Cush, from 92.5 Kickin’ Country, will be there CHROMESC.COM
SATURDAY, JUNE 12th 1st Jekyll & Hide PTSD Poker Run Hosted by American Pride RC Ride Around Lake Muarry. At Harley Haven. All proceeds go to 22KILL. Registration starts at 100am KSU@ 11am Raffles @ 3pm. Come out for Brotherhood, music, food, raffles, & bikes for a great cause. Saturday, June 19th “A Ride to Remember” Run for Alzheimer’s Association. First bike out at 11am. $20 per bike, $10 per rider, $10 ea. additional hand. All proceeds and donations will go directly to the Alzheimer’s Association to help find a cure to end Alzheimers. Auctions, 50/50, live entertainment and door prizes.
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Saturday, June 19th @8am Tom McGrath’s Big Bikes 4 Vets Purple Heart Ride 111 Miller St, Winston-Salem, NC Join us as we enjoy a great fully escorted ride to raise funds for our Veteran Charities. A great day of fun, ONE of the best rides in North Carolina. Saturday, June 19 Pig Roast/ Popkorn & Cannons Birthday Party
Free 1570 Old Gilliard Rd, Ridgeville. Event by Steel Gorillas Brotherhood MC. Pig roast and birthday party. Games, vendors, prizes, live music, bikini bike wash, great food. $20 donation at door. Live music by Hardwired!
Thursday, June 24th Bikes & Brews Event by Tradesman Brewing Co. and Low Country Harley-Davidson Bikes & Brews is back! Come on down to Low Country Harley-Davidson at 5:30 pm and then we will all ride to Tradesman Brewing KSU at 6 pm Saturday, June 27th Warlocks 8th Annual Anniversary Party 2pm- until 35 Dunway Dr. Sumter SC $10@door
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Law Riders & Community Raise Over $10,000 For Baby Noah & Family In Hours! Baby Noah is one of a set of twins born to a West Columbia Police Officer and his wife in March of 2021. Noah was born without an esophagus. According to his medical team this is a survivable condition however, medical bills are rising. All 3 chapters of the Law Riders MC, Lake Murray, Twin Lakes, and National came together on April 24th, 2021 at Carolina Wings, 105 Northpoint Dr. in Lexington to raise money for this family. The event included a catfish lunch as well as the Rut Spence band and DJ Mike Crider. In total, over $10,000 was raised and given to this family to assist with the medical bills. Article By DebD
Send us article ideas and suggestions by email to carolinachrome@yahoo.com May 22nd was a great day for the Punishers LEMC SC Swamp Foxes. First we assisted the VFW 11079 and Auxillary of Elgin, SC in setting up a benefit for a local firefighter then they hosted a toy donation for the Prisma Health Children’s Hospital through our good friend, Tegan who is taking the donations in to the children for us. Awesome day! Thank you to all who donated!
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Tips to Avoid Dehydration while Riding Maintaining your hydration at an optimal level while riding allows you to make the most out of your motorcycle riding experience.
Tip #1: Plan Extra for Long-Distance Trips Are you planning a cross country or interstate motorcycle trip? Your motorcycle riding route can still be considered long-distance if you’re staying within South Carolina. The more hours you ride, the more likely it is that you could experience symptoms of dehydration. Evaluating your long-distance route for stop-off points to rest and hydrate is a great starting point. Think through time estimates for how long it’ll take to complete your long-distance journey as you can mark certain times of your ride for breaks. The thrilling nature of riding a motorcycle makes it easy to lose track of time when riding, but it’s always important to keep an eye out on the clock so you can take scheduled breaks and maintain hydration. Tip #2: Don’t Chug Water Before a Ride Downing tons of water before you ride your motorcycle won’t sufficiently prep you for your ride. Why? First, drinking tons of water before you ride your motorcycle can increase the likelihood of stomach cramping. Secondly, it takes about 30 minutes for the water to reach your muscles, so choosing to consume large quantities of water minutes before a ride may result in you being dehydrated for the early portion of the route. Instead, focus on sipping water consistently leading up to your ride to keep yourself hydrated.
Tip #3: Utilize Water-Dispensing Units Water-dispensing units are one of the best tools a motorcycle rider can use. Consider using a sustainable, insulated water bottle or a hydration pack like a Camelbak. The advantages of both allow for easy access to water during the ride either when stopping for a break or as a hands-free alternative Tip #4: Consume Some Salt Most of the body’s sweat is sodium, and if not replenished, can lead to dehydration. If you’re sweating during a ride, you’ll need to replenish this electrolyte via some salt consumption. Electrolyte drink mixes are a great option to help replenish these fluids and keep you hydrated.
Knowing the signs and symptoms of dehydration like dizziness, dry mouth, headaches, mental fog, and even in extreme cases, fainting, can help you take control of your hydration routine. When not treated, especially in warmer months, there’s a risk for experiencing more severe heat-related illnesses.
Remember: Give yourself space. People driving cars often just don’t see motorcycles. Even when drivers do see you, chances are they’ve never been on a motorcycle and can’t properly judge your speed. CHROMESC.COM
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The Southeast Iron Butt Tour for
Operation Homefront
Just before the pandemic in 2020, Lee Keller (Knoxville IMRG) had an idea for an amazing motorcycle charity event. On August 21st, 2020 over 50 bikers accomplished the Iron Butt Association’s Saddle Sore 1000 by participating in the Inaugural Southeast Iron Butt Tour. After the amazing success last year, it had to happen again…only bigger. On April 30th, 2021, 220 motorcyclists began their 1,000-mile journey from 19 different participating Indian Motorcycle dealerships across the Eastern U.S. Their destination was American Biker/Indian Motorcycle of Charleston, SC. Like almost all motorcycle events, it was for a charity organization. The event raised over $30,000 for Operation Homefront which is dedicated to assisting military families in need with food, rent, home repairs, and even baby showers.
Each dealership group had a different route, but everyone started their ride at 4am. The host chapter, IMRG#1988 started at American Biker heading west on I-26, then back east on I-81 to I-64 and then south on US-29 until we hit I-73. The final sprint was south on I-95 and then back to American Biker on I-26. The first two groups (IMRG and CVMA) arrived between 8:20pm and 8:30pm and were the first groups to complete the ride out of the 19 starting points. The last group of riders rolled in at 2:30am on Saturday morning. The next day there was a celebration party with all the riders including food trucks, live music, and various vendors (including Klockwerks, Viking Bags, Eagle Lights, Custom Dynamics, Dixxon Flannel, Buffalo Brand Co, Identity Graphics, SC Stingrays, Indian Rider Radio, Two Indians, and many more). Check out the websites below to learn more: WWW.SOUTHEASTIRONBUTT.COM HTTPS://OPERATIONHOMEFRONT.ORG/ WWW.IMRG1988.COM WWW.INDIANMOTORCYCLE.COM/EN-US/RIDERS-GROUP
-Patrick “Matrix” Lee Road Captain/Web Director – IMRG #1988
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Heartwarming. Inspiring. Moving. The Dream Ride Experience is more than just an event; it is a movement of making dreams come true. The Dream Ride Experience is the signature fundraising event of The Hometown Foundation, Inc. The weekend features family fun for all! It also includes the Dream Cruise, a Saturday police-escorted journey where drivers pair up with Dream Riders in their classic/exotic vehicles for a 12-mile cruise, Dream Show featuring cars and motorcycles, culminating in the Dream Ride, a Sunday motorcycle tour through the Farmington, Connecticut countryside, all benefiting a worthy cause, The Hometown Foundation, Inc. Over the years, The Dream Ride Experience has evolved into a year-long community commitment to celebrate the achievements of our Dream Riders. The Experience honors these men, women, and children living with intellectual disabilities in our communities and highlights their determination and willingness to persevere, overcome challenges, and shatter stereotypes. The Dream Ride Experience advocates for inclusion and building friendships amongst not only the Dream Riders, but also with the participants and attendees. Thousands of motorcyclists and engine enthusiasts venture to Farmington, Connecticut, all with the same goal of supporting The Hometown Foundation, Inc. Participants have journeyed from across the United States and internationally to be a part of the dream. It is with their passion, that The Dream Ride Experience is a lasting and growing event! Dream Riders worldwide are given the opportunity to attend The Dream Ride Experience and treasure this lifelong memory. Many Dream Riders make the trip not knowing what the weekend will hold; however, it is fair to say that this is where dreams come true! 28
The Dream Ride Experience has evolved into more than just a motorcycle ride and car show. The event also features the Dream Ride Pet Adoption Center, delicious food, live entertainment and music, the Dream Ride Police K-9 Challenge, the Dream Ride Firemen Chili Cook-Off, Vendor Village, raffles, family fun, and so much more! The Dream Ride Experience is proud to say that proceeds from the event are donated to The Hometown Foundation, Inc., a 501 (c)(3) charitable foundation. In 2018, The Dream Ride Experience raised a record breaking amount of $2 million dollars! To date, we are proud to announce that we have donated over $9.7 million to The Hometown Foundation, Inc.! The Dream Ride Experience can continue to make dreams come true with the help of all the generous participants, sponsors, and donors.
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