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FROM THE PUBLISHER For some reason, I’ve always gotten excited about the arrival of a New Year. Despite the annoyance of having to remember to write ‘19 instead of ‘18 – it’s kinda cool to think of it as a “fresh start”. I can’t help but look back over the previous year and think of the mistakes, bad habits, and ruts that I may have fallen into. Looking toward the new year – I usually then spend more time thinking of how I can start off on the “right foot” and that leads to the ambitious New Year’s Resolutions! I then often think of what I’d like to accomplish over the upcoming year – essentially an Annual Bucket List! And in this regard, I’d like to encourage everyone to include some 2 wheeled (or 3 wheels for those so inclined) goals for the year. Maybe it’s to hit some new ride stops – maybe some that you’ve always heard of but have never made it to before. You might consider hitting some new rallies – or attending a hillclimb or flat track race, if you’ve never been to one before. If you have kids or grandkids, maybe you’ll take them to a motocross or other event. Get them hooked on the powersports bug instead of the video games this year. This year starts off with a bang – as several big motorsports shows kick off the new year! Easyriders starts things off in Cincinnati this year (Jan 5th – easyridersevents.com) and then we head straight into some regional shows and swap meets over the next few weeks. On January 25th, we have the powerhouse Progressive International Motorcycle Show (Cleveland I-X Center, www.MotorcycleShows.com). You can see more about this show on page 32. So, it’s a great time to hit the shows and get plenty of new ideas for the new year! Personally, I’d like to also start the year by thanking you – our readers and sponsors – for your constant support. You’ve allowed us to continue doing what we do and what we love – serving the riding community. This past year we participated in and helped support hundreds of motorcycle events all across Ohio. In many cases, this was done through the direct help of volunteers, road reps, and TRO contributors. People often look at our magazine or view our website and mistakenly assume that we are a big corporate endeavor. The truth is that we are a small family business that tends to overachieve – not always, but enough so that we have grown into the largest regional magazine in the nation. And when people ask how we do this, there’s an easy answer – with the support of a lot of great partners, contributors and volunteers! It’s a true family effort, and thankfully – we have a BIG family! Hopefully, I’ll see a lot of you out at the upcoming shows. If not, Winter shall pass; and I’ll see ya out on the road! Until then – Live Strong! And safe travels! Sincerely,
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ABATE REPORT
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2019 REGIONAL MOTORCYCLE EVENTS CALENDARS AND ORGANIZATIONAL MEETINGS The regional meetings are as follows –
One of our core business objectives and mission statement principles is to partner with both charitable and professional organizations / individuals involved with hosting motorcycle events. We are a professional event management and marketing company – and events are what we do. In many cases we can help out local organizations as they launch events or help maintain ones already underway. Sure, it’s good for business – but it also helps strengthen the motorcycle community by helping more events to succeed. One of our most successful partnerships has been with the Greater Akron Motorcycle Club (GAMC) to produce the GREATER AKRON AREA MOTORCYCLE EVENTS CALENDAR. Based upon an initiative started by Rich Robinson, a past President of GAMC, the Events Calendar serves as a comprehensive resource for motorcycle enthusiasts to reference rides, bike nights, benefits, and other related events throughout the area. The Event Calendars help support local charities and non-profit events throughout the area as well by providing a means of effectively informing riders of their events. This entire endeavor is done to serve the motorcycle community and help support local charities. Beyond the services provided, OVER $25,000 has been distributed to help support local non-profit organizations and charitable events since the calendar’s launch. For 2019, Thunder Roads Ohio is expanding this program to Southwestern Ohio in partnership with the Dayton Motorcycle Club. Much like the GAMC, the Dayton Motorcycle Club (DMC) is one of the oldest clubs in the country – being founded in 1910. Both are AMA Sanctioned clubs with a long history of riding and racing. As most of you are already aware, the DMC hosts Annual Devil’s Staircase AMA Pro Racing Hillclimbs – which Thunder Roads Ohio is proud to be a sponsor / partner of also. For both clubs, the calendars represent a commitment to the local motorcycle community and the many rides and nonprofit events that are held each year.
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GREATER AKRON Sunday, January 20, 2019 Greater Akron Motorcycle Club House 1540 Smith Rd, Akron Ohio
SOUTHWEST OHIO Wednesday, February 20, 2019 Dayton Motorcycle Club 3515 Stony Hollow Rd, Dayton OH 45417
Organizations can include their event and reach over 10,000 active riders – for as little as $20! As in years past, the process will begin with an informational meeting and “meetn-greet” hosted with our regional partners. These meetings are a great opportunity for charitable organizations, bar owners, local promoters, and other event organizers to discuss dates, exchange months in advance for their rides, bikes shows, and other events to know what else is going on that same day or weekend. In addition, there will also be a round table discussion on how to promote local events, obtain insurance and sanctioning from the AMA, organize volunteers, and other topics of interest to event organizers.
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The meetings are free to attend and there is no obligation or big sales pitch associated with it. We do request advance registration, though, so we can plan accordingly. Please confirm your spot by emailing ThunderRoadsOhio@gmail.com with information on your organizations and event(s) and who will be attending. We will reply back with confirmation details and make sure that we save you some seats! PLEASE NOTE – These calendars offer GREAT opportunities to reach riders throughout the year – extremely cost effectively. For information on advertising or possibly sponsoring the calendars, call (937)381-9389 or email BikeShowInfo@gmail.com
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Your chance to RECOGNIZE and REWARD the Best the Buckeye State has to offer riders! Thunder Roads Ohio is now accepting nominations and votes for our BEST OF OHIO Awards, which we will begin recognizing this spring. All readers and riders are encouraged to visit us online – www.ThunderRoadsOhio.com to vote for your favorites across a number of categories, including: • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
Favorite Motorcycle Rally Favorite Indoor Bike Show Favorite Charity Ride Favorite Bike Night Favorite Ride Stop Favorite Burger Favorite Pizza Favorite Pre-Ride Breakfast Favorite Dealership Favorite Independent Service Shop Favorite Gun Shop Favorite Gun Range Favorite Tattoo Shop Favorite Tattoo Artist
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As thousands are already aware, the TRO website (www.ThunderRoadsOhio.com) is designed to be mobile friendly and easily accessible on virtually any smart phone. This offers a wealth of options – including looking up local TRO Network stops wherever you are! You can find Ride Stops, look up events, and of course – read the latest edition of Ohio’s Motorcycle Mag – Thunder Roads Ohio!
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Hi Friends,
Since it is January and we are entering a new year, we need to start planning on how we are going to continue our decline in Motorcycle crashes and fatalities. With training motorcyclists and all the advertising to watch for Motorcycles, we have made a difference. Now it is time to start re-training with advanced training on your own motorcycle, two up training, three-wheel training and to bring more awareness to distracted driving and drivers just being in a hurry. I’m writing this the first of December and all the crash reports are not in. I will quote the latest stats. In March I should be able to close out the year with yearend totals. In 2017 we had 3803 crashes and 156 fatalities to this date. In 2018 we have had 3147 crashes and 143 fatalities to this date. I just hope that everyone keeps doing the best they can to insure everyone around them rides SMART, rides SOBER, rides MOTORCYCLE ENDORSED, rides ALERT, rides with the RIGHT GEAR and rides TRAINED. Something that we have been working on for some time is to change the law that says we can not cover our ears while driving or riding. Many of us wear ear plugs to cut down on wind noise and as per the existing law, we cannot plug both ears. We are working to amend part of the law so we can wear ear plugs, but we are not saying you can obstruct your hearing with speakers for sound or music. The amending law HB 548 has passed the House and is in Committee in the Senate. Distracted driving continues to be something we need to focus on. We need to keep putting out the word that distracted driving is killing us. Everyone needs to stop using cell phones and electronic devices while driving. Other driving habits also need to be corrected. Tailgating and just being in a hurry continues adding to crashes. As bikers we need to talk to all drivers and riders to be responsible behind the wheel and behind the handlebars. A couple of things to watch for this year. Many states are looking at bikers that wear face masks or face protection and lane splitting for keeping traffic flow moving. If you have opinions on these subjects and if you would like to make difference, join ABATE of Ohio, Inc. and make your voice heard. Logon to ABATE.com or call 1-800-25-BIKER. Motorcycle Ohio will be starting 2019 registration on January 22, 2019. If you want to get in an early class, sign up early. If your Christmas present was a bike, please get trained before you get out and have a crash. A lot of insurance companies will give you a discount for taking a class. This year they have overhauled their web site and have made it mobile friendly. If you have any questions, contact MO at Motorcycle.ohio.gov or 1-614-466-4041. If you would like to learn more about ABATE of Ohio, the State Seminar would be a great start. You do not need to be a member to attend. If you are interested the cost is $30.00 and that includes dinner. The date is Saturday, February 2nd starting at 8:00am at Embassy Suites Dublin. For more info contact ABATE of Ohio at ABATE.com or 614-319-4715. Now for the big news. Beginning in January, the cost for 2019 membership will be $20.00 and will include a FREE 2019 Raffle Bike Ticket. The Magazine is $10.00 for a printed copy or it’s free on the Web Site, ABATE.com. As in the past, you will be enrolled in a $3,500 Accidental Life and Dismemberment Insurance policy as part of your membership. Let’s get out and sign those friends up. This is how you can keep your FREEDOM to ride your Motorcycle.
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CMA The Harvest of New Beginnings As I sit and write this article, I am surrounded by fields that have just been harvested. Golden fields of corn, wheat and beans yielding their fruit for the harvest. The ground will then be plowed under for a restful winter, preparing beneath the snow and cold for yet another planting in the Spring. Fast forward to January and the reading of this comes to your eyes. January is always looked at as the time of new beginnings. We laid to rest our yesterdays and under the soil of life, we look for new ways to improve ourselves and our circumstances, in hopes that it will bring about a good change. We make a resolve to lose weight, exercise, quit our addictions or something that will bring change. Rex and I are starting a new position which will require a greater commitment of time and resources, however, will ultimately bring a good change to those we serve. Every change has its challenges, every new beginning has bumps in the road. It’s how we handle the bumps that make the endeavor a success or failure. If we give up at the first sign of trouble, or the first sign of weakness, we have failed. However, if we push forward on the controls and keep pressing on, we will succeed. Kind of like plowing hard ground, sometimes you need to go around the field a few times for the ground to be soft enough to receive the new seeds.
I know…you are like, “Why is she talking about farming? We are Bikers!” And we put our bikes away for the winter, too, (sometimes). We let them rest, and while they are resting, we think about the changes we would like to make to improve the ride in the Spring. Maybe a new set of pipes, or a heated seat. A backrest for the hubby so he can ride on the trike with you…oh wait, that’s just my fantasy wish list, sorry. Anyway, you get the drift. Change is good and the best way I know for you to make a change, is to introduce you to the love of a wonderful Savior, Jesus Christ. He will bring a change in you that was worth dying for and sow seeds in you that will bring new life. Ask me how…
anytime, anywhere. Have a blessed New Year and start polishing…Spring is closer than you think!
Mary G. Rex and Mary Gilbert CMA Ohio State Coordinators graceme.mg@gmail.com
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COME RIDE WITH US! CMA is a servant minded interdenominational motorcycle ministry with a non-denominational message of hope and love through Jesus Christ. Enjoy the family atmosphere, make life-long friends, and join an army of people dedicated to changing the world, one heart at a time in the highways and byways. Visit us at www.cmausa.org for more information. Have a message you’d like to share? If you have a message that you’d like to share with riders across Ohio and the Midwest, let us know. TRO welcomes the opportunity to work with established motorcycle ministries. Feel free to share upcoming events with us as well, by emailing information to Events.ThunderRoads@gmail.com 12 12
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The 32nd Annual Rolling Thunder Ride to DC will be the Last “Official” The Rolling Thunder First Amendment Demonstration Run is an annual protest and gathering that first started in 1988. Motorcycle riders from around the nation, and even around the world rally in the Pentagon parking lots and then begin riding a designated route through the Mall area of Washington, D.C. Afterward, it is an opportunity to meet old and new friends, pay respect at the memorials and participate in the Memorial Day events. The event is an actual demonstration/protest to bring awareness and accountability for POWs and MIAs left behind. With an average attendance of one million+, the Rolling Thunder Demonstration Run is the largest annual gathering of Vietnam veterans, military retirees, military veterans and active duty personnel in the world. It’s a HUGE endeavor – and many questioned how long the ride would continue, as hosted by Rolling Thunder. There have been a number of rumors circulating for a while, but it was announced on several websites that Pete Zaleski, Vice President of Rolling Thunder, Inc. confirmed that yes – this would be the last of the Official Rides in 2019. “We are told that the difficult decision to end the annual event was due to a number of reasons. One was the expense of putting on the event. Another we are being told was pressure from the Pentagon Police Department. The Pentagon parking lot is the staging area for the ride. We have been told that Rolling Thunder, Inc. will continue to be active, and will continue its work on behalf of POW/MIAs, veterans, and active duty military. However, if you have always wanted to take part in the Annual Ride to DC, you may want to book your rooms now. 2019 will be your last chance.” -Motorcycle Law Group Newsletter, Matt Danielson
Shortly afterwards, however, the following notice was placed on the official website – www.rollingthunderrun.com
“With respect to the press release that 2019 is the final year of the Rolling Thunder Demonstration Run; there are other Veterans organizations that CAN and WILL ensure this Memorial Day tradition continues. -RTWDC”
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It would appear that this is certainly an open invitation and acknowledgement that other Veterans organizations will carry on the tradition – not only in DC, but at other locations across the country. Of course, there are countless other veterans’ rides on Memorial weekend, but Rolling Thunder was the big one. There is at least one effort to create another monster Memorial weekend run – on a NATIONAL scale – to the new National Veterans Memorial and Museum in Columbus. That seems like a great idea, if indeed the National Rolling Thunder Ride is no more. But that’s looking further down the road, 2020 – which just sounds a long way off… Before that, we’d encourage you to consider attending what might be the last of the Rolling Thunder Rides Rolling Thunder XXXII Sunday, May 26, 2019 Noon – Pentagon Parking Lot, Arlington VA
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Make sure you’re taking advantage of the Benefits and Resources available to Ohio Vets!
Military Injury Relief Fund (MIRF)
The Military Injury Relief Fund grants a one-time, tax-exempt monetary payment to military service members injured in active service as a member of the Armed Forces of the United States serving after October 7, 2001, and to individuals diagnosed with post-traumatic stress while serving after October 7, 2001. Please contact the MIRF Program at 1-877-644-6838 or contact your County Veterans Service Office. They have applications there and can assist you in completing the necessary steps. Online you can visit - http://dvs.ohio.gov/main/mirf
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TRO CHAMPIONSHIP BIKE SHOW SERIES Here’s the lowdown on the upcoming feature shows -
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Easyriders Bike Show January 5, 2019 Duke Energy Center, Cincinnati
For 2019, the folks at Easyriders Events decided to change things up and rearrange their schedule. Instead of hosting the Columbus show at the end of the series – they moved it up and re-located the show to Cincinnati. The Duke Energy Center is a great location and offers more flexibility for Bike Show exhibitors. We’ve done a number of shows there over the years and it’s always been a great venue to work with. For those participating in the show, you’ll want to go online at EasyridersEvents.com to get your registration information. Registration is free to exhibit your bike(s), but you’ll need to get your own wristbands to attend the show.
2019 TOUR SCHEDULE – Coming soon!
Piston Power Show March 15-17, 2019 I-X Center, Cleveland
The Piston Power Show has undergone a number of changes the last several years, adopting the ISCA Judging and changing up the Awards and Prizes. Thunder Roads Ohio, though, will still be hosting a Thunder Zone Exhibit area for motorcycles and presenting the People’s Choice Award for favorite overall bike at the show. Series Exhibitors interested in participating in the Piston Power Show and exhibiting in the Thunder Zone motorcycle area should email us at BikeShowInfo@gmail.com and include photos of the motorcycle(s) you’d like to bring. Priority will be given to those already placing or winning at TRO Bike Show Series events previously, but consideration will be given to all submitted. This show will now be a qualifier for the TRO Championship Show held at Ohio Bike Week.
NEW BIKE SHOWS ADDED TO THE 2019 SCHEDULE – AMERICAN LEGION POST 496, Kent WILD EAGLE SALOON, Broadview Heights PACKARD MUSEUM, Warren
For Bike Show Updates and Results – as well as THOUSANDS OF PICTURES, visit our facebook page at
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Work has already begun on next year’s shows – both for the summer and some possible early season shows. We may also be adding a few more “winter shows” to get people going during the cold weather months. Our plans is to add at least 6-10 new shows to the series, adding additional dates in the Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland markets while expanding to several new cities as well. We will be adding a few early season shows leading up to the Championship Show in Sandusky during Ohio Bike Week. These will be the last chance for folks to qualify for the Championship Invitations and allow a last minute tune-up before competing for the big prize money. If you’d like to recommend a show location or have a venue you could host a show at yourself, please email us at BikeShowInfo@gmail.com as soon as possible. Over the last several years, the Iron Cowboy Road Crew has fine tuned things fairly well and the shows are easy to host. We bring in everything needed for the Bike Show and can assist with other aspects as well – everything from vendors and music, to sponsors and operational planning. Venues just need to play host to all the folks attending over the 3-6 hours that we are running things. We take care of everything else!
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OHIO BIKE WEEK June 1, 2019* Sandusky TRO CHAMPIONSHIP BIKE SHOW
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NEW FOR 2019: WINNERS DRAWN EVERY MONTH! SIMPLE DIGITAL CHECK-IN’S! “MAKE YOUR OWN RIDE STOPS!” SPECIAL PASSPORT RIDES! SCAVENGER HUNT CHALLENGES! PRESENTED BY RUSS BROWN MOTORCYCLE ATTORNEYS AND ReasonsToRide.com Thunder Roads Ohio (TRO) is proud to present the 2019 BUCKEYE THUNDER RUN - a state-wide, summer-long riding challenge with YEAR-ROUND opportunities to WIN by hitting the coolest riding destinations and events across Ohio! This is a riding challenge like no-other and features great prizes every month that you earn by simply getting out to ride and discovering new stops ALL ACROSS OHIO and the MIDWEST!
Checking in at Ride Stops! Designated Ride Stops are listed at ThunderRoadsOhio.com and featured throughout each issue of Thunder Roads Ohio. These stops are selected based upon the recommendations of our readers and confirmed by our editors. ALL STOPS have been screened by our Editors and are places we feel comfortable recommending to you. We never simply add a stop because they are willing to write a check. Checking in at TRO Tour Stops!
Throughout the year, the TRO ROAD CREW will be hitting rides, rallies, bike shows, and various events throughout the state – and beyond! In some cases the CREW will be attending national rallies and other events throughout the Midwest – including Michigan and Pennsylvania motorcycle events. Anywhere the TRO CREW is at – instantly becomes a RIDE STOP! There is a listing of Tour Stops in the magazine and online each month. You can sign in on the Ride Stop Clipboard or check in with your smart phone.
“Make Your Own Ride Stop!” Riders can recommend a RIDE STOP by simply “Checking-In” through their facebook account with the hashtag #TRO. Within the post, BTR Riders should say that they are “Making this their Ride Stop” and that we should also. You can also include why – and even do it all within in a posted video as well. Special prizes each month are allocated for these check-in’s and the stop itself can win – if applicable. Selected “MAKE YOUR OWN RIDE STOP’s” have a chance to win up to $5,000 in prizes – and each posting increases their chances to win! In such cases, the person(s) nominating the Stop with their check-in is also eligible for additional prizes as well. $500 Amazon® Gift Card to be awarded to a chosen Rider nominating a Winning Stop with their check-in! Themed Tour Stops!
Riders can take part in special themed tours held throughout the year. In some cases these themed tours may include a special map and designated series of stops to hit. Riders then hit the designated stops and once completed – they can win special prizes, including Amazon® and Mastercard® Gift Cards* of up to $500! Some tours can be completed in a day – while others may take a weekend, week, or more. Themed Tours are currently under development and possible tours include: OHIO BIKE WEEK WINE COUNTRY TOURS MILITARY / VETERANS TOURS AMISH COUNTRY TOURS
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KENNEDY STYLE
by: Denise Kennedy, TRO
BIKETOBERFEST 2018 Sorry I missed last month’s issue. Sometimes life gets in the way of the best laid plans. You may have heard me comment previously that our riding community is rapidly aging. So this year we thought we would infuse some youth into Biketoberfest 2018. Our son, nephew, niece and a couple of friends ranging in age from 21 to 40 made the trip to Daytona. Our son who has been with us previously has usually been preoccupied with racing at the Speedway. This trip was different as he was viewing the sites in a different capacity. The others were first timers and we wanted them to take in as much as possible over the shortened time frame that is Biketoberfest.
When I asked them what they liked most about the trip unanimously it was the riding. Particularly the trip back to New Smyrna Beach at night with salt air in their faces. Perhaps part of it was the hot temperatures but the youth movement, if there is one, appears to want more riding. And isn’t that what its really all about? I hope all our readers had a very Merry Christmas and that 2019 brings only the best for you and your families!
Unusually warm temperatures made for uncomfortable daytime riding. I like things hot but upper 90’s in jeans and boots lends new meaning to toasty. These kids are people watchers so the sights and sounds of Biketoberfest were enjoyable but hanging out at different venues for hours is not their thing. It really was more about the riding. The trip up the coast down A1A from Daytona Beach to Flagler and then on to The Loop was more to their liking. My son and his friend took in some time at the Speedway to see some racing (old habits die hard). And while they enjoyed the bands and characters on Main Street, places like Cabbage Patch and Ironhorse were must sees only because you were there.
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Riding 365 Days By Drew Faulkner, TRO Contributor motoadventurer.com
“While not inevitable, between work, the fact I only own one motorcycle, and the impending weather in the coming weeks, failure this year is pretty likely. Despite that… it belongs on the Moto Bucket List, whether I make it this year or not.” It would have been a lot more prophetic had I made such a statement publicly in the closing days of 2016, but I’m going to be honest with you, I didn’t expect to see day 365. After day 270 back in April, rounding third and headed for home, I still had doubts. The weather was finally on the uptick, and despite not having a major mechanical issue after weathering the January deep freeze, I still had reservations about maintaining the machine as I stared down back-to-back off-road rallies. Thus, when an unassuming Tuesday morning came around in late July, I put on my helmet and went to work like any other day; Day 365 all but completely snuck up on wheel look really bad. During my exploits on Fincastle Road, me. I also cracked the seat mounting bracket on the back end of the sub-frame. For folks that haven’t been following along Why on Instagram, I’ve also been dealing with a leak around the output shaft; while I think I have most of this solved, the saga As I sit here writing this, I took the time to go back and look over continues as I fear I also need to replace the gasket behind the the preceding blog entries about logging time in the saddle. shifter shaft. There’s also no denying that the fasteners are showing a bit of corrosion, but to my surprise, Rosie doesn’t look half as bad as I feared she would after spending so many days on the salty roads in Dayton. Three years ago, if you told me all that patina is just “character”, I would have scoffed and laughed at you. Now however, I see those blemishes as a testament to what the bike has accomplished; frankly, considering where Rosie’s been, she’s doing well.
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JANUARY I remember talking about the first 90 days, where this whole ride everyday thing just kind of materialized. I’ve been asked, “where from here?” which in turn stirred a bit of introspection as I asked myself, why would you ride a motorcycle under such absurd conditions? Milling it over, the best answer I can surmise is that I love riding a motorcycle so much, I just wanted to ride it every day, if nothing else, just to see what it’s like. Standing here, looking back at the journey to this moment, I don’t regret the choice.
After the first riding streak ended in 160 days, I was disappointed, but more concerned with getting the bike repaired than I was about missing the goal. Naturally, I patched the bike back together on a completely random Tuesday in July, which meant day 365 would land on another random Tuesday… which is exactly how it felt when the day arrived.
Casualties As 54,000 miles has come and gone on Rosie the Scrambler, things are starting to wear out as she starts to show her age. Fortunately, most of these items were expected, things like indicator bulbs, drive chains, and a new clutch cable. However, just a couple days ago I spooned on a fresh new set of tires and found the bearing on the cush-drive that’s showing the first signs of failure, that and the spacer seals on the front 28 28
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FEBRUARY I got dressed, I put my lunch in the saddlebag and I rode to work. Aside from a nasty grease spill that tried to throw me off the road two miles from my driveway, somewhere around Wright-Patterson Air Force Base I passed mile number 10 and the deed was done. Obviously, I was excited, however
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this wasn’t a race, but a test of endurance; there was no finish line, and I was actually left more with the realization that the bar had just been raised. 10 miles or more, for 365 consecutive days… it was indeed possible to ride every day in Dayton, Ohio. Riding a motorcycle through the snow, sleet, torrential rain, and suffocated by the humid midwestern summer, “the end” nearly came as a surprise. I arrived at the office almost in disbelief as I had always feared the bike would fail before I lost the drive to keep pulling on my helmet each morning.
The Hardest Day This winter was unforgiving, yet still not the worst I’ve seen. A few folks have suggested I’m crazy, but I think it’s just a matter of perspective; as the snowflakes started to fall in December, I started to look forward to riding in the snow.
I chose the right bike for the job. Of 365 straight days, I rode the Scrambler for 363. We missed one day because I was in Seattle riding the Ural, and another after a late afternoon of test riding and wrenching on my cousin’s FZ1, having already logged my 10 miles that day.
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MAY Every day for an entire year, Rosie the Scrambler was always ready to travel. There are many other bikes that are up to this task, but I’m still firm on my choice. I received no less than a dozen opportunities to try out other motorcycles in the past year, but in the end, I was always happy to ride away on the Scrambler. Having completed this endeavor together, the bond between man and machine has now been irreversibly forged. I’ve ridden better bikes, and undoubtedly other bikes will come along, but considering what has transpired over the last year, and what’s likely to take place in 2019, I’m not sure we could ever part ways.
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I didn’t want to slog it out for 10 miles in 6 inches of snow, but I wanted the experience, so I was prepared for when it was really bad. I deliberately took the bike out into the unplowed snow so I knew what to expect if I was ever trapped in a bad situation. Like riding in the rain, what was once intimidating became fun (at least when it was on my terms). Winter started to feel endless through March, getting ready to take the bike out each day was sometimes tiring, purely because of the dreary weather, but I admit, I always enjoyed the ride. Until that one day… Some of you will understand, and others may not realize what you’re missing. On an otherwise beautiful Saturday in late June, I had to say good bye to my best friend. Delilah, my crafty Belgian Malinois (mix) of fourteen years, had lived a long and unbelievable life, but her time had finally come. Like being a dog lover, riding a motorcycle is a passion that many don’t understand unless they’ve experienced it for themselves. Despite the persistent winter, I enjoyed each moment in the saddle… except that day. That day, riding was empty; for ten miles, I was simply going through the motions-- numb. Being able to ride everyday was incredible, but I would give it all back to play fetch in the back yard one more time. Fortunately, life goes on, and the passion returned, but the memory of that day is permanent.
What’s Next Indeed… Spooning on those tires last weekend, I noticed some glaring maintenance issues that need addressed. Per my comments above, I have an oil leak that I’ve been fighting for a couple weeks now.
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re-torque bolts, they mean it). I need to replace that bearing, a couple bearing seals, a neutral switch, a throttle cable, service the headstock bearings, and change the fork oil. Honestly, once I get the parts in hand, that’s probably only a full day’s worth of work. On Instagram, I make jokes about “always wrenching”, which is now true, simply due to mileage, but the side effect is that turning wrenches is far less intimidating than ever before. However, before I can tackle the next challenge at full-tilt, these items need to be put to bed. That said, all of this talk about maintenance brings up dreams of upgrades. Changing that fork oil means I need to first take the forks off the bike… Since I’m already halfway there, I might as well install the +30 mm travel kit for the front end, and then go ahead and spend the cash on a set of matching +30 mm rear shocks. The suspension set up
MARCH Beyond distance, endurance, and racing, I want to take my off-road riding skills to the next level. I’m not exactly sure when or how, but I want to start night riding in places like the Daniel Boone Backcountry Byway. I caught Steve Kamrad’s coverage of the Northeast 24-hour challenge; watching “Team Theft Recovery” endure rain and mud all through the night, I immediately thought that looked like a great time! I’ve wanted to put together a Kentucky offroad challenge of similar scale, perhaps this is the beginning of a new challenge for Red River Scramble. Some folks say, “If I did something every day, I think I would get bored with it.” I’ve met folks that can’t eat fast food from a given place because they used to work there. I’ve now been on a motorcycle for 535 of the last 536 days… and I already can’t wait to ride again tomorrow. Maybe I should start considering some professional help… but where’s the fun in that?
JUNE I have now is pretty decent, for the road, but after Conserve The Ride this year, I have a new goal: Race the Scrambler at an actual off-road rally. After meeting characters like Steve Kamrad and Ryan Wheatley that off-road race their street bikes, meanwhile looking back at what the Scrambler has accomplished while completely outclassed in the Kentucky Clay, I think it’s time Rosie earned a real race number.
Drew Faulkner is a US Army Vet, mechanical engineer that moonlights as a moto blogger and now TRO Contributor. Born and raised in the Dayton area - he now prowls the backroads and trails of Southwestern Ohio and Northern Kentucky on his 2013 Triumph Scrambler or 2014 Honda CRF250L. You can follow his blog at motoadventurer.com
Many have said that I should continue the streak which at the moment, I am in fact doing. That said, the current record is like 16 years, I think it’s unlikely that I can reach that, given my current stable of motorcycles. In addition, while I’m proud of the streak and enduring the finer parts of Old Man Winter’s wrath… I’m anxious to raise the bar in the endurance category. While my Saddlesore 1000 didn’t fall in the last 365 days, I’m anxious to climb the next rung on the Iron Butt Association ladder. Moreover, while completing a 1500-mile endurance ride in 24 hours or less on Scrambler is a feat in itself, I admit I want to raise the stakes in that department as well. I want to ride a Bun Burner Gold on an unconventional motorcycle. I daydream about riding from Dayton to Key West on something like a Royal Enfield Himalayan, a 250cc Super Moto, or some other sort of unorthodox machine. I don’t have any opportunities in front of me right now, but I’m unquestionably searching for a way to make this happen. 30 30
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Thunder Roads Ohio FEATURE EVENT The Progressive International Motorcycle Show January 25-27, 2019
Cleveland I-X Center Wintertime is time for indoor bike shows here in the Midwest, and the Progressive International Motorcycle Show (IMS) is the BIG ONE showcasing all the newest in bikes, gear, and accessories. These shows have been touring the nation for over 30 years, offering a taste of just about everything “motorcycle” that you could think of. IMS differs from many of the other winter shows due to the fact that it features OEM manufacturers and new bikes – in addition to customs, stunt shows, gear, and so much more! IMS is where the manufacturers introduce the year’s new bikes to the consumers – and in many cases they have their entire lineup on display for consideration. Motorcycle enthusiasts can view just about every new motorcycle offered all in one place – under the same roof. I can’t think of another opportunity anywhere for that. Most of the bikes are also right there on the floor where riders can climb on and really get a feel for them. Another unique aspect of the IMS shows is that they cover virtually the entire scope of the motorcycle community – much like Thunder Roads! Dirt bikes, touring bikes, street bikes, scooters, and even ATV’s and side by sides are all on the floor. And not just the new ones. Incredibly restored vintage bikes, legendary rides from years past, and incredible custom builds are all on display. Manufacturer displays, high energy stunt shows, celebrity appearances, free seminars, the chance to win 3 FREE motorcycles - and so much more! And of course, like any TRO FEATURE EVENT – you can also win just by checking in with us while you’re there! You can win extra gear, a $500 GIFT CARD, and maybe even other NEW motorcycles as part of the TRO Ride Program! Just like us on facebook, and then post pictures to your page while you’re at the show. Add the hashtag #TRO for a chance to win a $500 GIFT CARD! 32 32
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Experience the thrill of 2 wheels! Discover The Ride invites new and experienced riders, from toddlers to adults, to enjoy five interactive riding zones. Don’t ride yet? Come learn how!
Discover The Ride Activities: New Rider Course in partnership with Zero Motorcycles The New Rider Course gives nonlicensed attendees the opportunity to ride a motorcycle for the first time and learn riding basics from expert instructors. The indoor demo course will host a fleet of speed-limited electric Zero Motorcycles to give participants the experience of riding a motorcycle in a safe and controlled environment. Zero Motorcycles have no transmission, feature ABS as standard equipment, and its zero emissions make an indoor experience on one of the most advanced motorcycles in the world a possibility. Instructors from Total Control Training will be on hand at each show to give instruction and guidance and gear will be provided by Cycle Gear, Shark Helmets, HJC and Shoei. New To 2 A new series of online videos (coming soon!) matched with a series of live presentations at IMS, educating new riders on the world of motorcycling. New To 2 videos and live presentations at the show are hosted by Monique Filips and Jordan Diggs, as well as surprise guests in certain markets. THUNDER THUNDER ROADS® ROADS® OHIO OHIO MAGAZINE MAGAZINE
Dyno Experience Get on a real motorcycle that is securely mounted to a dyno to experience starting a motorcycle up, engaging the clutch and shifting through the gears, while feeling the torque of the motorcycle with the guidance of an expert. Harley-Davidson and Yamaha will host dyno’s at all shows and Ducati will join in Long Beach.
XDL Wheelie Experience Test their wheelie skills in a controlled environment, while improving balance and throttle skills with the help of XDL stunt pros. You’ll also have the opportunity to experience the exhilarating torque of Zero Motorcycles
Kids Zone presented by Allstate
The Kids Zone joins Discover the Ride in partnership with Stacyc, featuring a closed course of battery assisted balance bikes for children to experience riding for the first time, which are the ideal way to introduce riding to young kids. Participants will have the option to ride the balance bikes with or without the addition of a speed limited electric motor depending on their skill. The recommeded age and weight requirements are 3 years old to 75 pounds. All particpants will be tested for skill before entering the course.
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that have not been governed to reduce power for the New Rider Course. The XDL Wheelie Experience is a motorcycle attached to a stand in a manner that allows wheelies without forward movement; it’s fun to watch and more fun to try. Yamaha Power Assist Bicycle Demos Discover a new take on 2 wheels by going for a spin on a Yamaha electric power assist bicycle.
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Sport Touring Corner By Norm Kern, TRO Contributor
Congenial Riding, Part 1Introduction and Strategy for Interstate Highway Riding Definition of “Congenial” (adjective) pleasant because of a personality, qualities, or interests that are similar to one’s own. Accordingly, Congenial Riding is my term for a system of habits and practices that reduce stress and improve one’s safety while riding. Since it’s a supplement to physical riding skills, this article is for readers who already have good riding skills and experience. Let’s start with the general rules. Rule 1: Keep up with the flow of traffic. In an ideal world, all drivers would go the same speed so there would be no relative motion between vehicles and they wouldn’t collide. That’s never the case, so the next best situation is laminar traffic flow; vehicles in the right lane go an identical slow speed, those in the middle lane somewhat faster and those in the left lane go fastest. In either case the only thing drivers have to be concerned about is lane changes and entering and exiting the road. The greater the percentage of drivers who keep up with traffic, the safer the traffic flow.
With these rules in mind, let’s go for a ride and see how they work on a three-lane rural interstate highway. First, we hit the entrance ramp and accelerate up to a couple MPH more than traffic flow in order to merge. Since we are diagonally crossing lanes, our path is a bit longer than traffic within a lane, so this better syncs to the traffic flow. We’ll initially settle in the center lane since there are always disruptions in the right lane due to exits, trucks and miscellaneous slow drivers. The left lane is supposedly only for passing. Photo by George DuChaine
Rule 2: Ride in a way that minimizes the actions required by other drivers to avoid you. For example, you accelerate to match or exceed the speed of traffic flow when entering the highway, changing lanes etc. so other drivers don’t have to slow down or change lanes to avoid you. Likewise, you get out of the way of drivers who are going faster than you. Photo by Bill Francis
Unless traffic is really dense, I like to run on cruise control, 6-7MPH over the speed limit. Most places, the police won’t pull you over for less than 10 over, and this is the speed most of the other drivers are going. Why use cruise control? It assures constant speed- that way you don’t inadvertently slow down going up hills or speed up going down a hill where the police may be waiting for you. If you don’t have to keep looking at your speedometer and adjusting the throttle, you are free to pay more attention to everything else around you. Using cruise control makes it easy to spot others who are using it as well. If you can find a group of them going a speed that works for you, you can stay with them for a long time and relax.
Rule 3: Ride in a way that minimizes the actions you need to take to avoid other drivers. Choose a pace that matches the faster, alert drivers. Maintain safe distance in all directions. The further away you are from other vehicles, the safer you are. Rule 4: Don’t let other drivers tailgate you. Rule 5: Always be aware of the best escape path to avoid a front or rear collision. (And be ready to use it!) Rule 6: Always signal your moves. Tap your brake even when just backing off the throttle to let people know you are slowing down. Always use turn signals when merging or changing lanes. Tip: If other drivers don’t want to let you in, stick out your arm with finger pointed where you need to go. A personal gesture is harder to ignore than a turn signal. Rule 7: Be congenial- Acknowledge or reward good behavior of other drivers whenever possible and try to be helpful to others as well. 36
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Another important reason for driving a bit faster than most traffic is that fewer vehicles will catch up with you. It’s much easier to see and keep track of what’s going on in front of you, so the less traffic you have approaching from behind, the better. If everyone did this, our interstates would be fast, safe and efficient. Unfortunately, there are problem drivers that often make interstate travel more difficult. Slow Pokes can be in any lane, but cause trouble for everyone. Someone going 65 in a 70 zone can create chaos, even from the right lane. They often cause other right lane drivers caught behind them to pull out in the center lane to get around them. Since these displaced right lane drivers are not keeping up with center lane traffic, some of center lane drivers will likewise move to the left lane and clog it up. Once all lanes have slowed 15 MPH or so, it can take a long time to get everyone back in their correct lane and up to speed.
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Variable Speed Drivers don’t use cruise control and pay little attention to their speed. They tend to slow down over time, and if you’re behind them on cruise control, you will be constantly adjusting your speed. Eventually you get tired of it and pass them. Ten minutes later when you’re going down a hill, they go rolling by you, only to slow down again going up the next hill. The only ways to deal with them are to choose a different lane or speed up long enough that they never catch up with you again. Tailgaters simply follow too close. They may be doing this to intimidate you, so you will pull over and let them by, but for most of them, it’s just a bad habit and they haven’t had a collision yet. Regardless, it’s bad for you because you’re the one who is going to get hurt if there is a rear-end collision. You may be pissed off by the tailgater behind you, but here’s the congenial way to look at it. If the tailgater wasn’t going faster than you, he never would have caught up with you. Especially if he came upon you quickly, he will probably be gone from your life moments after you pull over and let him pass. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain by letting them by.
Mr. Special’s actions attract other competitive drivers, so you may see several of them racing through traffic in a pack. I call these drivers Chum. (as in fish bait used to attract sharks) Think of Mr. Special and his Chums as providing a service- if there are any police down the road, the Chums will keep them occupied while you pass, providing a nice safety umbrella. Other Congenial Riders/Drivers like yourself make interstate driving easier. Give them a friendly wave when they pull over and let you pass, let you merge into their lane etc. Your congenial riding habits will make things a bit more pleasant for the next rider that comes along. Next month, we will explore Part 2 of Congenial RidingBackroads and Twisties.
Occasionally I’m tailgated by someone who just has a bad habit and is not eager to pass me. For them I pull over a lane where convenient, slow down a couple MPH and emphatically wave them around. Then I get back behind them and resume speed. Remember, your safety is more important than keeping someone behind you. If you’re in a situation where you can’t change lanes or get out of the tailgater’s way, slow down enough to open more space between you and the vehicle in front, stay near one side of your lane so you don’t have to move much further to keep the tailgater from running over you if you have to stop. Left side of the left lane, next to the left shoulder is a good place to be. Left Lane Pluggers are oblivious to the traffic piling up behind them and don’t seem to get hints to pull over. Failing to move over for faster traffic is against the law in many places, but I’ve yet to see it enforced. What can you do about it? Flashing your headlights on high beam may work but irritates some drivers who then will not cooperate. Keeping headlights on high beam during the day has worked much better for me. When you run the high beam continuously, many drivers assume you aren’t aware of it, headlights aren’t aimed correctly etc. and don’t take it personally. They do get tired of the bright light from behind, so they are more likely to pull over and let you pass to get some relief.
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Even someone who rarely checks their rearview mirror is much more likely to notice bright flickering headlights behind them. (pavement irregularities cause motorcycle headlights to jiggle up and down, causing a flicker effect) High beams are essential to alert semi-truck drivers whose rearview mirrors are so high they can’t see your low beams. I like riding a safe distance behind the truck, then going to the edge of the lane to assure their side mirror is in view. I will periodically change sides to be visible in their other mirror. I won’t tailgate a plugger, but if a tailgater comes up behind me, I just pull over a lane and let them do their thing. They may be obnoxious enough to get the plugger to pull over!
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Mr. Special is the driver who likes to go 5+MPH faster than everyone else, often sweeping from the left lane all the way to the right and back to pass traffic.
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Where’s the Love?
I am writing today just coming off a horrible weekend. I received a call early Saturday morning that one of our own died in the wind on Friday night. Our club brother was coming home from his company Christmas party and for whatever reason that may remain forever unknown, he failed to navigate a curve and struck a street post. Another club brother with whom he lived with and worked with had arrived home from the same party just minutes before and heard the crash. He and his ole lady jumped in their truck to investigate the sound and found our brother laying in the grass next to his demolished bike. They gave great effort but were unable to get him breathing again, and he passed right there in his arms on the side of the road. I don’t write this looking for sympathy. We most likely have all lost club brothers if you’ve been in the scene for any time. This one currently stings. When I last saw Petey a week ago, we shared some laughs and smiles. He had a heart of gold. A GIANT of a soul in a small statured body. He never met anyone who wasn’t instantly his friend. I have never heard him speak ill of anyone, ever. I write this as a simple reminder to us all. Do not wait to tell your club brothers that you love them. In fact, generally my last words spoken to any of my club brothers when I depart 42
them with a hug and handshake is, “Love ya Bro”. This isn’t a canned exit statement. I mean it. But how many of you don’t say it, or maybe you say it but rarely show it? Do you only see your chapter club brothers at club functions and never anywhere else? Do they have kids? Have you ever met them? Have you ever cooked out at your house for your club brother? Have they ever been to your house, or even know where you live? Or visa versa? Look, I know there are many ways to show love. Tough Love. Intimate
Love. Quiet love. Conversational Love. Dedicated Love. Everyone is different about how they give and receive love. I might suggest that you don’t waste one minute of one day not showing or telling your club brothers that you come into contact with that you love them. We all have an expiration date, and none of us know when. Petey’s was last Friday night. I wish I had known this, so I could have told him one more time, “Love ya Bro”. My Road Name is Tabasco. Keep it Real. Tabasco.tro@gmail.com
IN MEMORY OF PETEY Disclaimer: The author of this column has no affiliation with, nor makes any claim of representation of The Mcilhenny Company, “Tabasco Brand Pepper Sauce”, or their subsidiaries, products or services.
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BUCKEYE FIREARMS REPORT Back to Basics: Running the Single-Action Revolver by Dave Campbell, NRA American Rifelman
pistol. The more contact your hands have with the piece, the more you can control it. But what exactly does this mean?
One hundred sixty-three years after its introduction, the single-action (SA) revolver remains a very popular tool for those of us who want some lightning in our fists. There are several reasons why this is true. First, the SA revolver is among the strongest and most robust handguns extant. They can be very accurate. The SA revolver is just as handy to carry today as it was at its introduction. SA revolvers are often the first choice for backwoods and wilderness travelers because of their reliability and simplicity, and more than a few prefer it for concealed carry despite its comparative slowness in delivering a follow-up shot. It should be no surprise that after more than 1 1/2 centuries we have developed some techniques to maximize its effectiveness. From methods and conditions to carry to shooting, making follow-up shots and reloading, those who carry an SA revolver do not feel they are giving up much compared to their fast-firing semi-automatic cousins. Let’s examine how to make the best of your single action. Hang on! As with any handgun, effective handling of the piece begins with the grip. When it first came out, the SA revolver was grasped with the master hand and pointed toward a target. Sights were miniscule, and the thought of the day was that in an emergency there wasn’t much time to aim anyway, so just point the gun toward the target and have at it. Very few of the pistoleros of that time used a support hand, and then it was usually used only for a long or precise shot. Today most shooters use both hands when shooting most any handgun—thank you, Jeff Cooper. The reason we use both hands is to maximize the contact with the 44 44
The strong hand grips the revolver in a more-or-less typical fashion. Critical to this is keeping the trigger finger in a straight line with the pulling of the trigger. With pistols and double-action revolvers, the mantra dictates that the pistol must be as high as possible in the hand to minimize the torque imparted when the gun is fired. For single actions, we already know there will be significant torque, and the piece will recoil in a rotary motion in the hand—in no small part because of the curved, plow-like grip frame profile. Better to have a straight and relatively light trigger pull while letting the piece recoil in such a way that we can quickly recover and prepare for a follow-up shot. The support hand (left hand for righties; right hand for lefties) serves strictly a secondary support function, in that it serves to control the movement of the piece in the primary hand. Make no mistake, the revolver is going to move— the more powerful the cartridge, the more movement will occur. However, by maintaining the position of the revolver in the primary hand and absorbing the recoil via the elbows does allow for a quicker recovery and ability to deliver a faster follow-up shot.
For the support hand to do its job, it must have as much contact with the revolver and primary hand as possible. To accomplish this all you do is envelop the grip of the revolver and the primary hand with your secondary hand. All of the fingers of the secondary hand are under the trigger guard. This is very important: DO NOT extend the index finger of the support hand along the side of the frame! If the tip of the finger extends past the cylinder it will be hit by highpressure and hot ejecta escaping from the barrel-cylinder gap. If you are shooting something like a .357 Mag., it will be unpleasant. However, if you are shooting anything like a .44 Mag. or better, you can lose the end of your finger. The thumb of the support hand goes into the V formed between the thumb and index finger of the primary hand. You don’t need a death grip, but you do want it to be a firm grip to offer the most support for the primary hand.
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Another Round? Often a follow-up shot is needed. You may have missed with the first shot (horrors!), or perhaps the target needs another round to settle things. Resist the natural tendency to remove the support hand and cock the revolver with the primary thumb. Many shooters—especially those with smaller hands—will find themselves repositioning the revolver in their primary hand to carry out this administrative chore. That means, of course, they will need to reposition the revolver back to where it was in their hand for the next shot.
A better and more efficient way is to simply use the thumb of the support hand to cock the revolver. There is no need to reposition the gun in the hand since the support thumb is already in a perfect position to execute the task. Too, you do not need to lower the revolver to cock it again. It is a simple matter to keep the piece on target and carry out the cocking process with the support thumb. Carry Confidently! Despite its age, the SA revolver is still doing well. Its strength and reliability keeps it popular. An SA revolver gives up
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nothing to practical accuracy. Simple to operate, most beginners get the hang of it fairly quickly. My first handgun was an SA revolver, and it was the pathway toward my unabashed love for handguns. I still have it and would never consider cutting it loose. For those who think the SA revolver is slow and outdated, visit a cowboy action match some time. You’ll be amazed at how fast these thumb-busters can sling lead. Reloading may not be as quick as a magazine exchange, but it can be pretty quick once you practice it for a while. You never need concern yourself that you are under-armed with an SA on you. Reprinted with permission from The American Rifleman, NRA. www.AmericanRifleman.org
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Biker Meatloaf Serves 4-6 (or 2 hungry bikers) 3 slices white bread 3/4 cup buttermilk 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley 5 cloves garlic, minced 2 large eggs
Traditionally this drink was made using a hot, clean iron from the fire to mix and heat the beverage – and it totally rocks!! We do this around a campfire or backyard bonfire – just something fun to try! If you want to give it a shot, choose a clean, thick rod and place in the fire until it is really hot. When your drink has been mixed remove the rod with a pot-holder, shake off any ashes then very gently put it into your drink, but DO NOT LET IT TOUCH THE BOTTOM OF YOUR GLASS OR IT CAN MAKE IT BREAK (note: the drink in the picture was NOT made this way – glass shatters too easily)
1 tbsp powdered beef stock 1 cup ketchup ½ for meatloaf, ½ for topping
Hot Buttered Rum
½ tbsp cayenne pepper
Makes 1 drink
3/4 tsp crushed red chili pepper flakes ½ tsp fresh ground black pepper 8 oz lean ground beef
1 small slice soft butter
8 oz ground pork
1 tsp brown sugar
8 oz ground veal or turkey
1 dash of vanilla extract
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese 1 med zucchini finely grated (I use a cheese grater)
2 oz dark rum
1 med yellow squash, finely grated
Hot water
5 strips of raw bacon
Cinnamon stick for stirring
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
**Optional spices to taste: ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, allspice
Cut the bread into small cubes In a bowl mix the buttermilk, parsley, garlic, eggs, beef stock powder, ketchup, cayenne pepper, crushed chilies, and black pepper
Place the butter, sugar and spices at the bottom of a sturdy coffee mug then mix it around very well. Pour in the rum and hot water – yep, its THAT easy and dang yummy on a cold night!
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Father O’Malley answers the phone. “Hello, is this Father O’Malley?” “This is the IRS. Can you help us?” “I’ll try.” “Do you know a Ted Houlihan?” “I do.” “Is he a member of your congregation?” “He is.” “Did he donate $10,000 to the church?” “He will”. Biker rolling through town on his custom, fastest bike in town. He’s going around a bend when he rolls up on a cop. The blue lights come on and out rolls the cop. The biker thinks, “He’ll never catch me in that car” and takes off. Several miles later the cop is still behind him as he pulls over. The cop walks up to the biker and asks for his license. Then the cop says, “OK. I’ve had a crappy day, and I’m ready to head home. Come up with a good excuse for speeding away from me and I’ll let you go.” The biker looks at the cop and replies, “The old lady left me last week for a cop. I was afraid it was you and you were trying to bring her back.” Cop hands him his license and tells him to have a nice ride home.
A biker stops by the Harley Shop to have his bike fixed. They couldn’t do it while he waited, so he said he didn’t live far and would just walk home. On the way home he stopped at the hardware store and bought a bucket and an anvil. He stopped by the feed store / livestock dealer and picked up a couple of chickens and a goose. However, he now had a problem: how to carry all of his purchases home. The owner said, “Why don’t you put the anvil in the bucket, carry the bucket in one hand, put a chicken under each arm and carry the goose in your other hand?” “Hey, thanks”, the biker said, and out the door he went. But in the parking lot he was approached by a little old lady who told him she was lost. She asked, “Can you tell me how to get to 1603 Mockingbird Lane?” The biker said, “Well, as a matter of fact, I live at 1616 Mockingbird Lane. Let’s take my short cut and go down this alley. We’ll be there in no time.” The little old lady looked him over cautiously and then said, “I am a lonely widow without a husband to defend me. How do I know that when we get in the alley you won’t hold me up against the wall, pull up my skirt, and ravish me?” The biker said, “Holy smokes lady! I am carrying a bucket, an anvil, two chickens, and a goose. How in the world could I possibly hold you up against the wall and do that?” The lady said, “Set the goose down, cover him with the bucket, put the anvil on top of the bucket, and I’ll hold the chickens.”
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SPONSOR INDEX WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL OF OUR SPONSORS THAT HELP MAKE THIS MAGAZINE POSSIBLE. IT IS ONLY WITH THEIR SUPPORT AND COMMITMENT THAT WE CAN PRODUCE WHAT WE BELIEVE TO BE THE FINEST REGIONAL MOTORCYCLE PUBLICATION IN THE NATION. 235 Brothers Bar & Grille........................................46 3 Moms Stitchin LLC..................................................49 Abate of Ohio............................................................10 Achesons Resort.........................................................46 Ambiance...................................................................48 American Legion Portage Post 496.........................48 Avon Boot Shop.........................................................21 B.G. Motorcycle........................................................46 Bair’s Powersports.....................................................53 Balcer Performance...................................................49 Bears - Seat King.......................................................53 Bears Vintage Metals.................................................. 5 Beechmont Motorsports............................................47 Bent Wrench..............................................................47 Biker Central...............................................................47 Bikers Warehouse......................................................21 Blaze Leather.............................................................50 Brown, Koro & Romag LLC.........................back cover Burning River Tattoo........................................... 41, 47 Canton Cycle Specialties..........................................46 Chalet Premier...........................................................47 Cinn City Choppers (Kustom Emporium).................49 City Mission................................................................13 Delaware Swap Meet...............................................56 Diamondback............................................................46 Disowned Customs....................................................49 EDZ Motorcycle Service & Repair...........................49 Erie Street Leather......................................................47 Fairport Harbor Motorcycles....................................49 Flesh to Fantasy Tattoo Emporium............................41
Geico............................................................................ 3 Grand River Manor...................................................38 Greater Good Tattoo Company..............................41 Guardian Oil..............................................................50 Hales Harley-Davidson.............................................47 Hammers Barn & Grill...............................................46 Heart and Soul..........................................................47 Hi Point Firearms (MKS supply)...............................35 Horses and Hogs.......................................................38 I X Center (Piston Power Show)................................ 17 IMS....................................................................... 31-33 Indian of Toledo.........................................................65 Iron Horse Campgrounds.........................................50 Iron Horse Cycles......................................................47 Iron Pony Motorsports/Pony Powersports Group.6-7 J&M Swap Collectables...........................................63 Jimmy Bukketts............................................................46 Johnny’s ..................................................................... 61 Keyhole Pizza............................................................46 King Sportsman.........................................................46 Knuckleheads Performance Cycles..........................46 Knuckleheads Saloon...............................................46 Lake Tavern................................................................38 MAPS..........................................................................13 Mr. Lees......................................................................46 National Packard Museum.......................................57 Neidengards..............................................................47 Ohio Bike Week....................................inside cover, 1 Ohio Dept. of Public Safety (Motorcycle Ohio)..... 11 Parma Pit Stop............................................................46
Patricks Pub................................................................46 Phils Lounge................................................................38 Portage Industrial Floors...........................................50 QS&L Medina......................................................22-23 QS&L Sheffield....................................................22-23 QS&L Valley View...............................................22-23 QS&L Vermilion...................................................22-23 Rayz on the Bay........................................................46 Renegade Gentleman...............................................49 Sassy’s........................................................................39 Soles Motor Sports LLC.............................................46 South East Gears & Cheers......................................39 South East Harley-Davidson.....................................15 Stitch Tech...................................................................63 Studio What?.............................................................40 The Barn-Zanesville...................................................38 The Mason Jar...........................................................46 Timonium Bike Show.................................................59 Trailer Time.................................................................51 U.S. Veterans MC - Athens.......................................48 US Warranty Corp....................................................51 Veteran’s Crisis Line...................................................13 Walneck’s...................................................................56 Washington County Veterans Service Commission.....63 Whitehorse Biker Church..........................................13 Wild Eagle Saloon....................................................25 Wooden Head Cycles..............................................49 Zeppe’s Pizza............................................................25
OHIO’S MOTORCYCLE MAG! We’d also like to thank all of our subscribers... and of course the avid readers that bring it all together. Thank you for making all of this possible, for supporting this organization, and our families. Sincerely, The Thunder Roads Ohio Team.
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