BULLETIN BOARD

12 HOLIDAY GIFT IDEAS

16 ROAD CAM

18 SPORT TOURING

24 RIDING W BRENDAN 06 FROM THE EDITOR

08 ROAD TALES

10 MOTORCYCLE MINISTRY

11 BULLETIN BOARD

20 CALENDAR FEATURE

22 IRON & INK

26 SERVICE SPECIALISTS

30 UPCOMING MOTORCYCLE EVENTS

31 MICHIGAN EVENT BULLETIN BOARD

33 OHIO EVENT BULLETIN BOARD

34 RECIPES

36 FUNNY STUFF

37 WORD SEARCH

38 RALLY SHOTS

HOW TO ENTER YOUR EVENTS ONLINE

The cornerstone of everything we do is our motorcycle event listings. While we spend a lot of time on the pretty pictures and the articles, it’s really all the events that bring people to ReasonsToRide! When you boil it all down, motorcycles are a mode of transportation – and we are always looking for places to go… reasons to ride! Even when we there’s a foot of snow outside and we can’t bring ourselves to ride the bikes – we still want to hang out with other riders. And if you’re hosting an event – you want to get it listed here and connect with the more than 300,000 riders we reach every month! It’s a pretty easy process, and gets even easier once you’ve gone through it. However, it may seem intimidating at first – so, we’ve decided to take it step by step here. All these steps may seem like a lot listed here, but it’s really just “clicking here, clicking there”…. And once you’ve done it, you’ll fly through it the next time! • Get your information and materials together. This would be all of the details on your event, including where, what and when. If you have graphics, photos, or, most importantly a flyer – you’ll want to have those available on your computer to upload as well when asked. • Go to ReasonsToRide.com or your state’s specific page, ie.

ReasonsToRideOhio.com or ReasonsToRideMichigan.com for example. From this page you’ll want to select “Add Your Event”. It’s located several different places on the page, including at the very top right or in the center of the main page. This will then take you to a page that includes various options for listing your event(s) online. These are primarily Basic Event Listings, Featured Event Listings, and Featured Event w/ Ride Registration. Each of these options is listed with what they include underneath and the costs associated with each. If you’re with a CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION (501c3) or hosting a NON-PROFIT EVENT, we have special discounted rates for Events. You can scroll down the page for these. These discounts are subject to approval. Once you select which option you want to go with, you want to click “List Your Event Now”. This will take you to the form for your event. If you have an account as an Event Organizer, you’ll want to sign in at the top of the page. If you haven’t done this already – you’ll have a chance to register as an Organizer later in the form. • Now, just go through the form and enter the information for your event. A few notes – o Event Type – go with the primary classification. Most events will qualify for multiple, and you’ll have a chance to add more later. o Event Icon – this is your event flyer, if you have one. If you do not, you can upload a photo from past event or a logo for your organization here. o Event Banner – this is for the space at the top of your event listing. It’s a horizontal space, and you can use the “Event Header” image from your facebook event if you’d like. Or you can use a photo of the event from past years or a logo here as well, if you’d like. (This is reserved for Feature Events) o Event Description - Include the basic detail on your event here. Don’t repeat details such as date or times, that are listed elsewhere. However, you can include KSU and Bike in times, if you’d like. Basic Event Listings allow approx. 150 characters. Feature listings allow approx. 300 in the magazine listings and unlimited online. o Event Dates / Times – you must fill in all of these. Even if you don’t have an “end time” in mind, just give an approximation. If it goes “all night” – or no end time in mind, just select 11:30PM. This will keep the event on the one day and not show it on two. • Add Tickets / Rider Registration to your

Event. This will allow online registration or ticket sales for your event. There is information on this and all it has to offer on the website. You can also email us for more information. It’s really a great system, and we often have sponsors that will cover this for Non-Profits – so it’s NO COST to the host organizations or the causes they are raising funds for! Email us at Events@

ReasonsToRide.com for more information on this. • Are you an Organizer? If you haven’t already done this – select “Sign Up Now” to get yourself registered. This will allow your events to be grouped together and for you to sign back in to make changes, etc.. • Once you’ve entered all of your event information, you can preview the event listing and select other options for it. Once you’ve reviewed what you’ve entered, completed you’ll be directed to PayPal to pay for your event listing.

We use PayPal to provide safe and secure, third party CC processing. Your event is then reviewed and approved by the system, it will be shown on the ReasonsToRide.com websites and come up in searches. If you are in a region or state that has a partner publication, it may also be printed within the magazine – space allowing. These Print placements are done as space allows and are subject to secondary approval by the magazine editors. If you have a paid or feature placement, your event should appear in the magazine as long as it has been entered by the 15th of the month prior to it being held. If you have a paid / feature placement, you can confirm this by emailing Events@ReasonsToRide. com Please include which state you are located in. Again, it sounds complicated – but it’s really just a common sense process once you’ve gone through it. Please note – that the earlier you get your listing up, the more people will see it! So as soon as you get your date set and details worked out – post it up!

YOU HAVE A CHANCE TO WIN THIS WORLD CLASS VINTAGE MOTORCYCLE!

Just for checking in at our Feature Ride n Win Ride Stops in 2023 “this 1937 Harley-Davidson Knucklehead Bobber, finished in HD custom Silver, striped in Black, and edged in Gold. This 61c.i. Knucklehead powerhouse sports a 4-speed transmission, bobbed fenders, and Flanders accessory risers and bars, flaunting its authentic period-modified look and feel.” – Wheels Through Time This bike has been “re-built” by the The Wheels Through Time Museum, home of the world’s premier collection of rare American motorcycles and memorabilia. Located in Maggie Valley, North Carolina; the museum houses over 300 rare machines. Stay tuned for more information here in the pages of Reasons To Ride, or you can always visit the RtR blogs at www.ReasonsToRide.com for updates and a full overview of the program. For information on how you can become a 2023 Ride n’ Win Ride Stop – email us at Info@ReasonsToRide.com

Anticipation…

Seems our lives are spent with a lot of time periods of wanting and waiting. This time of year, especially! Long lines in stores as we hustle around looking for the ultimate gifts for our loved ones, even if we are not particularly shopping for the gifts, we still are found waiting in those lines with our regular shopping! Maybe we should just do it all online! Oh…sorry, I got in my head a little bit there… Waiting isn’t easy, is it? So many times, personally, I have asked the Lord to take care of something and felt like I let it go, but there I am again…trying to figure out how to fix it. In Psalms 21:1-2 it says, “The king shall have joy in Your strength, oh Lord, and in Your salvation how greatly shall he rejoice! You have given him his heart’s desire and have not withheld the request of his lips.” Then after these verses is a little word, Selah, which means to pause and think about that. Now when you think about it, just like any other thought, you can bring life to it. When you bring life to it, you can apply it to yourself and believe it and when you believe it, things will begin to happen that you never thought possible! It is God’s desire to give us the desires of our heart, but we sometimes must be patient for the perfect timing of these things to come to pass. A child isn’t born without going through the birthing process, a house isn’t lived in without first being built, and a motorcycle isn’t ridden until it comes out of the factory completely put together. So it is with even the smallest details and situations of our lives. We just simply must learn how to be patient in the waiting. And sometimes waiting some more and a little bit more…tap…tap…tap. You get it. But look at what develops in the waiting. Well, besides patience, there’s strength, endurance, self-control, faith and when the day comes and the answer is there, or the problem solved or the provision is met…a flood of relief comes crashing down like the Hoover Dam just broke loose and you are dancing in the overflow! So, the waiting, while a little testy at times, is still worth it because the outcome is always better than what we could ever ask or think! When I was in the 6th grade, I wanted Go-Go boots (showing my age here) for Christmas. It’s all I asked for, and being the youngest of six kids, third girl, I always had my sisters hand me downs in everything! I thought Christmas would never get here! Finally… Christmas morning, as I opened my gifts, I not only got the boots, but I got my very first complete outfit! Jacket, slacks, skirt, and blouse! Thin corduroy, dark purple with flowers! I was in heaven and let me tell you ‘Miss These Boots Were Made for Walkin’ had met her match!! Do you see? The outcome was better than what I could ever have anticipated! So, here’s the bottom line…Every word written in the Bible is there for us. Every promise written and spoken by God is there for us. Nothing written in the word of God is to be taken as just a story or as meant for another. It is meant for you, and it’s meant for me. We just have to be patient enough to wait for Him to bring everything He has for us to pass at just the right time so that we don’t get too far ahead of where we need to be or so that we don’t hurt ourselves in the process. Just a little bit of Jesus ‘n’ ME Wishing you a Very Merry Christmas from the Gilbert Household! Mary G.

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.

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If you have a message that you’d like to share with riders across

Ohio and the Midwest, let us know. Reasons To Ride welcomes the opportunity to work with established motorcycle ministries.

Feel free to share upcoming events with us as well, by emailing information to Events@ReasonsToRide.com

Holiday Gift Ideas

Here’s a list of Christmas gift suggestions from the Editors of Reasons To Ride for any riders in your life.

Give the Gift of REASONS TO RIDE!

Of course, the ideal gift for any Ohio motorcycle enthusiast is their own personal subscription to Reasons To Ride! Each month we will ship a copy of the magazine directly to their home, office, or shop - whatever they would like. While others are scrambling to make sure they get theirs before they disappear from the local shops, your lucky rider will have their own copy delivered right to them! And in the spirit of the season, we've decided to sweeten the deal a little bit. For a limited time, we are offering a special Holiday Package which includes an Official Reasons To Ride shirt and subscription for only $50! (+ S/H and Tax if applicable) We will also throw in a $10 ReasonsToRide.com Gift Card, which can be used at the Office Store, any event we are at, or online at www.ReasonsToRide.com You can order this RtR Gift Package online or by emailing Info@ReasonsToRide.com

Motorcycle Lock

You can help secure their bike with a gift that many riders are afraid to consider or just don’t think of. For ultimate protection, attempt a multipiece lock package that includes a disc lock for the bike's front wheel, a U-lock for its rear wheel as well as a ground anchor to supply a permanent securing area in a garage or driveway. Several more recent locks likewise include integrated security systems that create loud noises and/or app notices when disturbed. Ultimately, if you go with a disc lock, you might want to throw in a suggestion wire, a line that prevents the motorcyclist from damaging their bike by reminding them that the lock is still involved prior to their attempt to ride off. Battery Tender

Easily one of the most annoying developments over the years, as bikes become more “automated” is that all the electronics cause a slow drain on the battery – so battery tenders are no longer just for winter storage. And the best ones are worry-free devices that monitor the battery and prevent overcharging. “UltraDri Riding Socks”

Harley-Davidson UltraDri 3 Pack Poly Blend Riding Socks are made of 75% ultraspun polyester, 20% nylon, and 5% spandex. UltraDri moisture wicking keeps feet cool and dry, while the embedded arch support reduces foot fatigue during the ride. They also feature reinforced heel and toe protection and a ribbed “stay-up” top for a secure comfortable fit. You can find these at your favorite local H-D dealer – or even online through Amazon. Quality Boots

Far too often we scrimp on the little things that can really make a difference in our lives. And there’s probably no better example of that than when it comes to footwear – especially in terms of riding boots. Proper, comfortable riding boots can make all the difference after a long day of riding, working, or simply walking. Far too often, though, we scrimp on boots refusing to spend a few more dollars for a step up in quality that might transform our entire day. For something classy – nothing jazzes up an outfit like a nice pair of exotic boots. For ladies or men, stylish cowboy boots can transform your t-shirt and jeans outfit into the stuff of rockstars.

EDITOR’S CHOICE: AVON BOOT

www.AvonBoot.com

For our Ohio Riders, there’s one stop that immediately comes to mind for BOOTS and holiday shopping and that’s the Avon Boot Shop. Avon Boot is one of the coolest stops I know when it comes to finding cool practical stuff for riders. From quality leathers to an endless array of boots - Avon Boot is a great place to shop. For the guys, not only do they have boots - they just happen to have a nice selection of very stylish purses and other lady stuff for that special gift. You can get something all pretty and lady like, without having to go into one of those shops that will leave you smelling like something dainty by the time you walk out the door. Plus, they have a GREAT staff that is extremely helpful – always a HUGE BONUS! Avon Boot Shop 38450 Chester Rd. Avon, OH 44011 (440) 934-3230

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Super practical yet often not thought of by riders themselves are “stretchy” cargo nets to help secure things to seats or random places on the bike. Motorcycle Tool Kit

There might not be a more appreciated gift on the list, if your favorite rider finds themselves stranded or in need of a tool while out on the road. There are lots of “pre-packed” motorcycle tool kits out there – or you can create your own for your favorite rider. You can find lots of recommended check-lists online, to make sure you include all the necessary essentials. Helmet Defogger

A great stocking stuffer! One of those great little things that can make all the difference for a rider, but they may not have ever considered!

Helmet Rack

Another practical gift that your favorite rider may have never considered. Get their helmet off the ground, out of the closet – and instead put it on display! Photo Shoot

Most riders take a lot of pride in their bike, so a pre-paid photoshoot of them and their bike or just the bike alone might hit them straight in the heart! You can find a lot of great photographers online – or you can even email us for suggestions and recommended photographers throughout the Midwest. We work with quite a few. Wet weather gear is essential for any serious rider that goes more than an 20 minutes from home – and if they have a tour pac or saddlebags, they should be rolled up and packed for unexpected showers. There are a lot of really expensive, fancy sets – but Frogg Toggs and Nelson-Rigg make some of the best and are really reasonable. The NelsonRigg Stormrider Rain suit is a great modular set that’s well made and thought out. It even comes with a 2 year warranty – which defies the “disposable” feel that most rain suits have.

Independent Shop T’s and Gear

If you’re looking to get a cool motorcycle themed shirt or gear for your favorite rider this Christmas – don’t pick up anything from the stack at the Big Box Store- especially if it features any of the TV bike shops or soap opera clubs. You really don’t want to be the guy or gal riding up in your SOA or Orange County Choppers shirt to Bike Night. And you don’t really want to be responsible for sending out your loved ones like that either! A MUCH cooler option is a shirt from a local independent bike shop. A shirt from the local shop will be appreciated much more and certainly convey much more thought and appreciation for the iron in the garage – not to mention the local motorcycle scene!

EDITOR’S CHOICE: Michigan Bike Life

www.MichiganBikeLife.com

For those riding from the Wolverine State, we strongly recommend Michigan Bike Life for some really cool gear and accessories. They are a local company that produces high quality clothing and cool accessories emblazoned with their signature “Michigan Skull”. They even have Timing and Derby covers for Harleys that are reasonably priced and ready to ship! We are especially keen on recommending them as they are committed to supporting the local riding scene – including our own Mag! They are an Official Sponsor of Reasons To Ride: Michigan!