FROM THE PUBLISHER
There are countless folks out there that constantly tell me to keep my politics and faith to myself, and that it has no place in business or on our social media page – but this is my editorial page, so I feel empowered and less restrained here.
And frankly, I believe that WE ALL need to speak up MORE and STOP keeping our opinions to ourselves. I also believe that it’s impossible to separate what’s going on in the world, in our own communities, from what we are doing here in the riding community.
Our name “REASONS TO RIDE” refers to whatever it is that calls us to ride. NO – you don’t “need a reason” to ride; but chances are that you have one. Otherwise, why are you? It could be simply that it puts a smile on your face and wind in your sails. Do you enjoy riding? If so – it could be that simple, that’s your reason to ride. Or it could be more practical reasons – such as a more efficient means during the summer or more convenient around town. There are countless “reasons” to ride.
Then there are the callings… the causes, that prompt us to “saddle up”.
We could be riding to honor a fallen soldier or first responder. We could be riding for a charity that needs our help. Or you could be riding to make a social statement – in support of a cause or group.
Answering a call and taking a stand for something that matters – that’s what we are called to do when bad things happen or people might challenge what we hold as important to our community, our faith, or families.
As Toby Keith sang (with Willie Nelson) – “Cause justice is the one thing you should always find, You got to saddle up your boys, you got to draw a hard line..”
This isn’t a statement about politics – one party or another, it’s about taking a stance for what we believe in. It’s about making sure our voices are heard.
But in this case, we are bikers. The roar of our bikes can speak for us, in some cases.
So this summer, I challenge you to take a stand and RIDE for causes that you believe in. Sure have some fun and ENJOY THE RIDE, but consider who you’re riding with and what they are riding for. Do they represent you and your beliefs? Do they represent who you truly are?
Regardless of your politics or who you are supporting this Fall – chances are that you’re not happy with how things are in the world. And while it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and wonder what you can do – change and every movement in the history has started the same way. One step. One person – or maybe in this case, one rider.
So, I challenge you to make a difference. RIDE FOR A REASON, and support the businesses, the causes, and the people you believe in.
We can’t sit back just throwing stones or grumbling and leave it to others. If we want to see things change – or stay the same, if you prefer that – then we need to make sure our voice (and vote) is heard.
It’s time to saddle up and fire up those bikes… and draw a hard line!
Sincerely,
D. A. Smith Publisher, Reasons To Ride
D.A. Smith
Ride n’ Win!
This month we begin announcing winners for our 2024 Ride n’ Win Riding Challenge! Each month we will draw winners from those entering in the challenge! This isn’t a skills challenge – it’s a challenge to just get out and ride as much as possible and share where you’ve been. We encourage riders to explore new areas and check out new events. We challenge riders to join us at new rallies and rides all across the Midwest – and even at some of the biggest national events across the country. And along the way, we’re looking for new places to stop!
When you participate in one of our shows – voting for your favorite bikes or tattoos, or simply entering in one of our raffle drawings –your name gets into the system and you have a chance of winning. You can also “check-in” at various ride stops found within the pages of these magazines and through our online pages. While visiting these partners and recommended ride stops, you simply have to post up a pic on your facebook, Instagram, or twitter account with the hashtag #ReasonsToRide. Our system will handle the rest… You then just have to look for your name on the list of winners.
You have a chance to win concert tickets, subscriptions, lots of gear, and even a few motorcycles. All for simply getting out and riding or participating in our events!
Since its launch in 2011, this program has evolved and grown every year as we try to improve things and ensure that it’s a great time for everyone. This year is no exception, as we add even MORE STOPS and WAY MORE PRIZES! Our primary area of focus for our Midwest stops is across Michigan and Ohio. However, we will are also adding stops throughout West Virginia, Kentucky, and Western Pennsylvania as we develop our new Reasons To Ride: Appalachia magazine and in upstate New York and even Southern Ontario as we expand in that direction with HARD TALES MAGAZINE. Our network of magazines cover some of the best riding in the country and there are literally thousands of really cool stops to discover.
If you own a business, are hosting a ride or other motorcycle friendly event, or would like to recommend a place for riders to visit – shoot us an email for more information on how to become a ride stop.
Over 50,000 riders have participated in this program since launched – and we’ve awarded over 5,000 prizes – including motorcycles, travel packages, rally passes, concert tickets – and of course HUNDREDS of t-shirts and other swag! For more information, email us at Info@ ReasonsToRide.com
BECOME A LOCAL ROAD REP
If you’re a rider that’s active in your local riding community, we’d invite you to consider becoming a Local Road Rep for Reasons To Ride. This is NOT meant to be a sales position or full time job for anyone – but is a chance to help promote local events and businesses, while making a “few dollars” to support your riding habit!
Like most things, you get what you put out of it – but it’s meant to be a fun gig for riding enthusiasts. If you’re really active and cover a larger area, you can make good money –but that takes time and a commitment. The real payoff is to have a good time as the person to see about getting their events or even just their picture in the local biker mag.
We aren’t looking for guys wanting to be “part-time bad guys” or any nonsense like that, we’re looking for reliable good folks that want to help support others in the community. The ideal folks might be active supporters of a local charity ride, and are looking to expand their activities while getting more exposure for their own ride. We can handle the sales aspects of the area, but we will look to you for pictures of local events and updates as to what’s coming up. And you’ll be able to make some money doing what you’re most likely already doing.
We’re asking for a minimum time commitment of 8-10 hours a month. It helps if you have a laptop and a camera – although a smartphone can usually do it. You’ll get some cool swag, access to rallies and other events, and a chance to help a lot of local folks. As our coverage and presence in the area increases, you are able to share in the revenue generated. It’s a pretty proven business plan – it’s what built this entire organization. We think it’s a pretty good deal – for the right folks.
If any of this sounds interesting to you, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We will be scheduling “Intro Video Seminars” over the next few months to help explain how it all works. And now is the time to jump in, as we prepare for the upcoming riding season!
So don’t delay – send us an email and tell us a little bit about yourself! Info@ReasonsToRide.com
MOTORCYCLE MINISTRIES
MARY GILBERT, CMA STATE COORDINATOR
Heroes…
There are so many of them, both named and unnamed. Some get the accolades, parades and recognition, some are in the background or never seen.
What makes a hero? The definition of a hero is a person who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities. That description could be for many people, but mostly the ones talked about are public figures and maybe once in a while you might catch a news story about someone who saved a person or an animal or something that was an outstanding feat of unselfishness. Those are great stories, and I am sure each one of us has known someone who they feel was a hero to them, however today I am going to talk about the heroes we don’t know and probably one we do know or would like to.
In June we gave honor to the 80th anniversary of D-Day when thousands of troops landed at Normandy Beach, France to overtake the enemy forces that had attempted to overtake France. It was brutal and most of the boys, and I do mean boys, just barely 18 years old, fresh out of high school then boot camp and met with a challenge not knowing if they would live or die. Did they go just because it was an order, or did they go out of a sense of duty to their country and the country they were sent to save?
You see a true hero doesn’t take thought of themselves or the accolades they may get for doing a great thing. No, their thoughts are on the task at hand. Their mind is set, and their resolve is to go and do regardless of the outcome. True heroes take no thought of reward.
As I looked at the films from the D-Day landing, and then looked at the grave markers at Normandy, I couldn’t help but think of those men and women who chose to fight to maintain the freedoms of others they didn’t even know. Some of them didn’t even make it to the beach, they died right in the water. Yet, even though those around them saw their comrades’ in arms fall, they kept on pushing forward to gain the ground and defeat the enemy. Many lives were lost that day, some were not and the Veterans that are alive yet today were taken over to France this year to be honored for their part in the heroic efforts to secure freedom. I cannot imagine the thoughts they had, the memories they perhaps shoved deep in the back of their minds that came flooding back as they walked the beach and visited the Memorial of their brothers and sisters that were lost that day. My brother had the privilege of meeting one of those Vets just as he was leaving to go over. The man was 99 years old and when I look at his face, I see strength, resolve, commitment and a sense of peace that he has truly lived a good life in the freedoms he so willingly fought for to preserve.
Our God was with them that day…how do I know that? Because they all invited Him to go with them. Prayers were said, scriptures were read and trust that He would help them accomplish the task at hand was instilled in all of them. They won. Just like Jesus won when He unselfishly gave His life for all of us, so we could be free from the hands of the enemy. Loss of life doesn’t mean defeat; it means the final victory is ours! As the living do say, and those who have passed could tell, ‘Sometimes to get to heaven, you have to go through hell, but once you’ve arrived you know you’ve done well.’
Even Jesus went down before He went up, with the keys in His hands saying, ‘It is enough!’
Celebrate Freedom and Honor the Heroes!
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.
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. 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
OUTREACH REPORT: July 2024
Sport Touring Corner
By Norm Kern, MSTA Editor / ReasonsToRide.com Contributor
MSTA FlyBy Week 2024
Motorcycle Sport Touring Association's largest regional rally returns to Marietta, Ohio, August 19 - 25, offering outstanding sport touring routes, scenic countryside, fine dining, and social time in a location that is easy to get to from any direction.
Most arrive on Thursday, ride for two days and go home on Sunday. Or come early in the week for a relaxed, small rally atmosphere where it's easier to meet and get to know people.
Expect the parking lot to be empty during the day-
Everyone will be out riding the twisty roads of southeast Ohio and West Virginia. While there are no organized group rides, you can ride solo, with friends in small groups or use our "Find Riding Partners" system.
GPS Routes- There will be 38+ GPS routes in this year's catalog, including 11 adventure routes- well over 5000 miles of fun and exciting roads in Ohio and Virginia. Of course you can do your own rides, go sightseeing or whatever strikes your fancy.
Hotels- Comfort Suites Marietta is an all-suite facility. Each room has a full-size pull-out sofa and includes a free hot breakfast buffet each
morning. We also have a block of rooms at the Fairfield Inn next door and several camping options nearby.
Outdoor Lounge: WednesdaySaturday, our trademark "Outdoor Lounge" will be located behind the hotel. We'll have plenty of chairs and pop-up shelters with tables so you can relax with friends.
Dining: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday feature evening Dinner Tours to nice restaurants in downtown Marietta. We carpool and use vans to get everyone there and back so you don't have to gear up and ride your bike to enjoy a good dinner or adult beverage. A food truck will be available in the hotel parking lot Wednesday, Friday and Saturday so you can get food and enjoy it at the outdoor lounge with friends.
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Free Therapeutic MassageLMT Anne-Marie La France of Morganton, North Carolina, will be on hand ThursdaySaturday to provide free thirty minute mini-massages and full paid sessions.
Bike Wash-. MSTA member and detailing expert Jeremy Riffle, owner of Vehicle Enhancements, Inc. of Dayton, OH, will be on hand to answer your questions about cleaning and finish protection for your bike. He will have a Muc-Off power washer that's designed specifically for motorcycles, plus water hoses, soap, towels, blow dryer, cleaning and detailing supplies. All materials and assistance will be free, fast and fun!
Full info and registration- visit https://flybyweek.com or contact event coordinator Norm Kern at nkernmsta@gmail.com.com. Event registration: https://reg.planetreg.com/flybyweek2024
Connect with local Ohio Motorcycle Sport Touring Association riders at these monthly breakfasts:
Southwest Ohio Breakfast, 9AM, July 20th Village Family Restaurant 144 S. Main St. Waynesville, OH 45068
Central Ohio Breakfast Meet - 8AM Aug 4th Portside Cafe 6515 S High St Lockbourne, OH 43137
RtR CHAMPIONSHIP BIKE SHOW SERIES
PRESENTED BY ERSKINE LAW
PUT HER IN THE SHOW – AND JOIN THE FAM!
After doing these shows for more than 12 years, it’s great seeing how many connections and friendships that have developed over the years between folks coming to the shows. There’s a common bond that exists among folks that customize or even create their own bikes. People start talking about what they’ve built, what they have at home, and what they rode up to the show. And this year – we are doing even more to help facilitate those discussions and really ensure that everyone has a great time at the show! Regardless of what you have – all makes, models, and years are welcome. Come on out and show off what you’ve done – and join the RTR BIKE SHOW FAMILY!
BIKE SHOW YEARBOOKS!
We are excited to announce that we will once again be creating a “Yearbook” upon the completion of the 2024 Bike Show series. It is our hope to have these produced and in-hand in time for the holiday season and Christmas. These books will be hardcover with full color pictures printed on high quality paper stock. It’s our goal to make these keepsakes that are worthy of showcasing the bikes featured inside.
The books will contain photos and recognition of some of the amazing bikes featured throughout the year at Bike Shows ranging from the WILD TURKEY FESTIVAL at the start of the year through to the GENEVA Thunder Zone show. We will also include shots from other regional shows and events – and some of the bikes seen there.
If you’d like to have your bike featured in the yearbooks, we’d encourage you to let us know in advance. We will also be accepting pre-orders for the books through October. If you’d like to reserve a book or find out more information on getting your bike featured, you can email us at BikeShowInfo@gmail.com
OUTSTANDING SOUND / ENGINE AWARDS!
We’ve added two new trophies to our shows this year –
The OUTSTANDING SOUND awards are presented to the winners of informal sound competitions that we are now incorporating into some of our larger RtR Bike Shows this year. These are be “King of the Hill” style competitions with winners chosen based upon overall sound quality – not simply the decibels they can produce. While we will have several classes – the emphasis will be on creating a fun opportunity to showcase qual-
ty sound systems. If you’re at a show and want to set up a “grudge match” style challenge – just let us know! In many cases we will have everything there, including custom trophies for those winning the challenges!
The ENGINE AWARDS are presented based upon appearance and design of the motorcycle engine. They are NOT driven by performance / highest horsepower. In many cases we are seeing more and more show bikes with engines that are truly works of art. These awards give us an opportunity to recognize those that go above and beyond in terms of their bike’s powerplant.
ALSO NEW for 2024!
Exhibitor Lanyards and Pins
Select RTR Bike Shows will now feature special badges and lanyards for those exhibiting motorcycles at the show. This will make it easier for everyone to identify who the builders are and encourage discussion as folks looks to hear more about the bikes. These lanyards will be provided free of any additional cost for those registering in advance for these shows, courtesy our sponsor – Erskine Law.
We will also begin presenting “show pins” for those exhibiting motorcycles. Series and custom show pins will help recognize those that are “seasoned exhibitors” and the shows they have participated in. These collectible pins can be attached to jackets and vests; and will also be provided free of any additional cost for those registering in advance, courtesy Erskine Law
Legacy Bike Recognition
In an effort to showcase Best of Show motorcycles – and possibly give others a chance to win as well, we will now be inviting past winners to come and exhibit their bikes as prominent features of the shows they have won. We have special “extras” for Legacy Winners – and will work to get additional shots and features of these bikes from the shows to showcase within the magazines and online.
Bike of the Nights!
As always, the RtR crew will be out and about hitting various Bike Nights, Rides, and other events throughout the upcoming riding season. At select events, our team and our partners will be recognizing one or two bikes as “BIKE OF THE NIGHT” as part of the 2024 Championship Bike Show Series –presented by Erskine Law.
The owners of these motorcycles will receive a special trophy and invitation to participate in an upcoming bike show – sponsored by the magazine. We will also be featuring some of these bikes in the magazine and / or online.
At some locations, such as Arsenal Harley-Davidson, Tavern of Independence, Artesian Wells, Fink’s, and Zeppe’s – we will be regularly presenting a BIKE OF THE NIGHT Trophy as part of their Bike Nights! Follow them or us on Facebook for more details!
If you’d like our crew to stop by your Bike Night or other event, just email us with details and contact information. Email us at Events@ReasonsToRide.com
Thunder Zone Vendor Areas
For the larger weekend shows, we often host THUNDER ZONE Vendor areas as part of our layout. These vendor areas offer a tremendous opportunity to reach not only thousands of riders – but far more, as many of the events embrace the entire community, drawing attendees from throughout their regions. Many of our shows are part of rallies and events with more than 10,000 in attendance, several more than 50k, and even a few 100k plus! And for all of our Tour Stops – we work with vendors to ensure a seamless, successful experience. However, at most – space is limited! So, email us ASAP to get on the list and reserve your spots!
For a complete schedule and more information on vending at these events, email Email for information - Info@ReasonsToRide.com
RTR CHAMPIONSHIP BIKE SHOW SERIES
PRESENTED BY ERSKINE LAW
SOME OF THE UPCOMING 2024 SHOWS
We’re proud to present a diverse bike series with various locations and themes to our shows – making each one unique, yet all welcome all makes, models, and years. Our focus in on creating informal, fun shows that showcase builds and encourage others to participate.
Here are just a few of the shows on this year’s schedule. Check us out on Facebook for more information and additional dates!
FINK’S BIKE SHOW 4th YEAR!
Fink’s Harley-Davidson, Zanesville Ohio – Saturday, July 6th
The RtR crew will once again be hosting the Fink’s Harley-Davidson Bike Show, and this year it will feature more of a patriotic feel as we celebrate STARS, STRIPES, and BIKES over the holiday weekend! There will be special classes and trophies for patriotic and U.S. military themed and vintage bikes – but of course, all makes and models will be welcome. This show always brings out a great mix of custom baggers, unique vintage bikes, and locally built customs – including some of the coolest rat bikes we see all year. This show draws from across the country and after the show – some of the best riding anywhere in the state is to be found in the surrounding hills. Pre-register for special perks courtesy of ERSKINE LAW. Follow the event on Facebook for more information and updates!
BOAR FEST! 2nd Year!
Hosted by Crazy Boar Customs, Ravenna OH – July 13th
The RtR Crew will bring the Bike Show sheninigans to this downtown blockparty in Ravenna Ohio. The Crazy Boar crew is all about going big, and this one day rally is no exception. Look for Jasmine Cain to headline the live entertainment and our friends from Bikers for Boobs will be on-site as well! Can’t go wrong with this one.
REBEL ROAD! 2nd Year!
Downtown Muskegon –Saturday, July 20th
Reasons To Ride: Michigan is proud to once again bring the CHAMPIONSHIP BIKE SHOW SERIES to MICHIGAN'S BIGGEST
BIKER BASH - REBEL ROAD
2024! This awesome rally in Downtown Muskegon, Michigan benefits the Child Abuse Council of Muskegon County and is on Michigan’s west coast, over looking Lake Michigan. EXPANDED CATEGORIES this year and stay tuned more updates. Follow the Facebook event for more information as it’s announced.
TOWN & COUNTRY /
INTERESTED IN HOSTING A RTR BIKE SHOW AT YOUR LOCATION IN 2024?
We are currently reviewing locations and locking down dates for our 2024 Bike Show Series. We have a LIMITED NUMBER of dates available still. Email us TODAY for more information at BikeShowInfo@gmail.com – RtR Team Members and Contributors
ARTESIAN WELLS BIKE SHOW 2nd YEAR!
Artesian Wells, Cement City, MI – Saturday, August 3rd, 2024 RtR Michigan is excited to return to Artesian Wells with the full Championship Bike Show Experience to showcase vintage and custom bikes at this great venue. With a newly expanded pavilion and great outdoor area, Artesian Wells is one of our favorite spots for Bike Nights and other events – and it’s right next door to Town & Country Harley-Davidson with their vintage motorcycle museum! If you’ve never been – this is certainly a great venue for a bike show and worth the ride from anywhere! Lots more to come on this show – be sure to check out the Facebook event page for more and updates as we get closer!
FREEDOM BIKE SHOW 2nd YEAR!
Dick Scott’s Freedom Powersports, Livonia Michigan – Saturday, August 17th
Like all RtR Shows, all makes and models are invited – but this show has special categories to reflect the fact that it’s being hosted at a Triumph dealership. Special vintage categories – including European, Asian, and North American Motorcycles will be offered, as well as a special invitation for those having “old school” chopped Triumph’s! RtR photographers will also be on site, shooting for potential magazine features and to showcase the bikes being shown.
IRON PONY BIKE SHOW 7th YEAR!
Iron Pony Powersports, Westerville OH – Saturday, August 24th
The RTR Championship Bike Show Series returns to IRON PONY MOTORSPORTS – Central Ohio’s Motorcycle SUPERSTORE for the 7th Edition of the Iron Pony Custom & Classics Bike Show. Over the years this show has brought out a great mix of unique and seldom seen bikes from across the state – and even West Virginia and Indiana. The show also features a variety of vintage bikes – metric and domestic, and usually a few racers as well! And don’t miss the RIDE FOR RHINOS – held the next day!
14th ANNUAL GENEVA THUNDER ZONE
Geneva-on-the-Lake, Ohio – Saturday, September 9th
Our LONGEST RUNNING show, produced by the Iron Cowboy Crew – is this annual celebration of Iron and Creativity overlooking Lake Erie. Each year we add something new and each year the show GROWS! Last year we awarded the THUNDER ZONE CHAMPIONSHIP BELT – and it returns again this year! But who will take it home? The competition is ALWAYS steep as well over 100 vintage and custom show bikes on display at one of the largest ride-in bike shows anywhere.
These are just a few that we’ve already locked down, but we have A LOT more in the works! Make sure that you’re following us on Facebook ( www.Facebook.com/ReasonsToRide) for updates as they are announced.
*Tentative dates. Date and details to be finalized and will be announced in future editions of RTR, on our Facebook pages, or at ReasonsToRide.com
Register ONLINE at ReasonToRide.com for these Bike SHOWS and more! For more information, email us at BikeShowInfo@gmail.com and follow us online at www.Facebook.com/ReasonsToRide www.Facebook.com/RTRMichigan, or www.Facebook.com/RTROhio
REBEL ROADS - Michigan’s premier motorcycle rally returns to the streets of Muskegon, Michigan July 17-21, 2024 – and RtR will be there!
Muskegon’s downtown Western Avenue (forever more known as REBEL ROAD to riders) roars all weekend long with bikes all day and all night. It pulses with the energy of thousands of riders and the roar of their bike creates a backdrop for all the festivities.
It’s an energy and feeling that so many of the national rallies only dream of – it’s the pulse of REBEL ROAD!
Rebel Road is a community driven rally with all of the proceeds going towards the Child Abuse Council of Muskegon County. With an all volunteer staff – Rebel Road is all about the children and supporting the local community.
Running through downtown Muskegon, Rebel Road is the heart of what is now known as Muskegon Bike Week – encompassing both the Bike Time Rally events and promotions held at Hot Rod Harley-Davidson and Rebel Road itself downtown. Other ride stops and organizations come together to support the rally and riders coming to the area.
Muskegon has a rich motorcycle history. It is home to the Musekgon Motorcycle Club (MMC). Founded in 1920, the MMC actually predates the American Motorcycle Association itself. The MMC established what would become the nation’s first professional climb races in 1923. The MMC still hosts professional hillclimb races, as well as harescrambles and other races and rides throughout the year.
The REBEL ROAD RTR Bike Show
In 2023, RtR brought the Championship Bike Show Series® to Muskegon for the Rally and it was an unprecedented success. Bikes came from throughout the area and beyond, filling out a variety of classes with a wide range of makes, models, and years represented.
“We’ve done Bike Shows before, with varying success. It was never a concern this year, as we knew things were handled. Everything was professionally done and the show was a hit!”, commented Gary Ridley with Rebel Road. “We’re looking forward to seeing the Bike Show continue to grow!”
For 2024, the RtR Crew has teamed up with Rebel Road and series sponsors to offer even more to those exhibiting at the show. Preregistered exhibitors will get special lanyards along with FREE Show T-Shirts! New awards include BEST ENGINE, CUSTOM TRIKE, and OUTSTANDING SOUND.
The SOUND awards are awarded to those coming out on top through an informal “King of the Hill” one-on-one sound challenge process by which bikes are pitted against each other – mano e mano. Based upon the judge’s consideration and crowd applause, one bike will progress
from each challenge. And to be clear, the sound challenge is based upon sound quality and the dynamics of the music played. It’s not on overall decibels. Contestants are encouraged to remember the audience and don’t leave them scrambling for cover when you take the stage.
When it comes to the Rebel Road Bike Show, the only thing we ran short of in 2023 was space. So this year we are encouraging everyone to register in advance. In addition to the freebies (t-shirt, lanyards, pins..) exhibitors are also able to have reserved space for them. It’s a much better way to ensure your spot in the show – rather than getting there 2 hours early!
For more information on the SHOW and links to pre-register, check out and follow the Facebook Event – REBEL ROAD Custom & Vintage Bike Show presented by Reasons To Ride Michigan.
THE MUSIC
Rebel Road didn’t just go out and sign up a few performers from the “bike show circuit” – the same bands that everyone else has. They took the time to host a series of BATTLE OF THE BANDS events to showcase local and regional acts – and then they invited the top performers to open for national acts that are known for delivering powerhouse shows.
West Michigan favorite - toxxic hosts the Official Rebel Road Kick Off Party downtown on Wednesday, July 17th on Western Avenue.
Things kick off at 6pm and pretty much run through Sunday, July 21st when Witchcraft Lemonade performs on the big stage.
Michigan native and shares his new release on Thursday, July 18, when he takes the Miller Lite Main Stage with Chad Flores and Backwoods Express. Chad Flores won last year’s Battle of the Bands and really stole the show all week during the rally. He was the talk of the town and is sure to kick things up even more this year.
Friday night, Battle of the Bands finalists Future Things hit the Miller Lite Main Stage and kick off a line up that includes Coldville, Klinical Trial and headliner Josey Scott Band. Josey Scott is best known as the former lead singer of Saliva.
Saturday the main stage features Texas Hippie Coalition, Some People's Kids and Stevie Reidz & Co.. Things are kicked off by Minus Two, one of the most popular acts from Rebel Road 2023.
If you’ve never experienced Texas Hippie Coalition, you’re in for a full force dose of rally music mayhem. Described as a southern rock-influenced band that combines punk, grunge, and pure driven hard rock – you’ll get a sense of everything from Molly Hatchett, Charlie Daniels, Pantera – and of course the spirit of Lynyrd Skynyrd. Yeah, it’s all that – and they are the definition of RALLY ROCK! And they will recharge the rally and have them roaring well into the night on Saturday.
Yeah, it’s all that.
TOAST THE REBEL ROAD
Rebel Road runs along Western Avenue in downtown Musekgon. It is home to countless unique restaurants and bars, shops and entertainment venues. There is a designated social district zone that allows some use of alcohol in public. However, state liquor laws also restricts the Social District drinks from coming into the Miller Lite Main Stage area. So, in the main entertainment areas – where the BIKE SHOW, the MILLER LITE MAIN STAGE, the Ms. Rebel Road contest, and so much more happens – you need to purchase beverages from the Rebel Road bars. Please remember that these are the drinks that not only support the rally, the entertainment on stage, but the Child Abuse Council as well.
As part of RtR’s commitment to the rally and the region, Reasons to Ride dedicated this issue of Reasons To Ride Michigan as a special REBEL ROAD EDITION. In addition to regular content and features – we added an extra focus on the rally, as well as ride stops and other events in the area. With a unique cover complimenting the themed artwork created by the Rebel Road team, the issue is meant to catch the attention of riders and spread the word about not only the Rally – but the entire area as well.
“The Muskegon area is a great one for riders – not only because of the beautiful shoreline and roads to explore, but because of its rich motorcycling history as well!” RtR Publisher Derek Smith affirmed.
“We are proud to be a part of such an incredible event. It’s really amazing what a group of hard-working dedicated volunteers can do – creating one of the coolest motorcycle rallies we’ve ever attended, a nd to have all of the proceeds going to kids in need.. it’s simply amazing!,” commented Smith.
THE REBEL ROAD RALLY
RUN!
In an effort to help support venues outside the downtown district, Rebel Road and Reasons To Ride have introduced the REBEL ROAD RALLY RUN this year. This is an informal ride challenge highlighting various locations throughout the area. Riders can check in at the various locations throughout the area and have a chance to win great prizes – including CASH and official swag from Reasons to Ride and other partners. Riders are able to check in at the Ride Stops anytime during the Rally week – at your own pace. It’s a great way to discover new stops and find businesses that welcome riders and support the Rally!
For more information, check out the Rebel Road Rally Run on Facebook and the Muskegon Bike Week Rally Guides found throughout the area. You can also get a guide and register for the ride at the Reasons To Ride Booth in the Miller Lite Stage Area on Western Avenue.
RALLY TIP: Pancake Breakfast! SUNDAY, July
21
st 9am Downtown
The Muskegon Northside Lions Club hosts a Pancake Breakfast on Sunday morning right downtown by the Miller Lite Main Stage. For only $6 you can get all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, juice, and coffee! It’s a great way to wrap up the weekend and relax downtown, before heading out on the road!
CAMPING
The official Rebel Road campground is right down by the water, sponsored by the Mart Dock. Check-in starts at 12 noon on Wednesday, July 17. The full rally – Wednesday through Sunday, July 21st is $125 w/ tents and $200 for RV’s. But jump on it right away, as space is limited.
Visit https://www.rebelroad.org/camping to get your reservations in!
Stay tuned for more announcements as the Rally approaches. For information on vendor and sponsor opportunities at Rebel Road or to discuss how you can become involved in other areas, please email Info@ReasonsToRide.com
REBEL ROAD July 17-21, 2024 RebelRoad.org
This is one Rally – that you don’t want to miss!
Wrangling Two Snakes on 2 Wheels:
The Story of Southeast Kentucky’s First Two State Recognized Motorcycle Routes
The Story of Rattlesnake 192 - Brake on the Snake Southeast Kentucky’s first established state-recognized motorcycle route, Rattlesnake 192, began with the vision of Pulaski and Laurel County local governments who recognized the potential for economic development through motorsports tourism. In 2016, Kentucky officially named Highway 192 "The Rattlesnake" to promote tourism and attract motorcyclists and sports car drivers. The road runs from London to Somerset, Kentucky, through the foothills of Daniel Boone National Forest, and has around 150 turns in an 11-mile stretch. The road is known for its excellent pavement and beautiful countryside.
The “Rattlesnake" is easily accessible from I-75 near London, Kentucky. The good curves begin in about five miles, and the official Rattlesnake is another five miles at Buck Creek. “Rattlesnake 192-Brake on the Snake” was included in the Backroads of Appalachia Mobile Application when it was originally released! For more information, Find Rattlesnake 192 - Brake on the Snake on Facebook and come visit us this season and “Get Rattled On Rattlesnake 192’!
The Incredible Cabin Known as the Souvenir Shack
we hear the incredible story of Copperhead Trail from its surviving co-founder at our Annual Copperhead Trail Founders Ride for Cancer Event! Copperhead Trail KY was included in the Backroads of Appalachia Mobile Application when it was originally released along with Rattlesnake 192 and many other great existing and newly created routes! Find Copperhead Trail KY on Facebook and come visit us this season and “Get Bit” By the Beauty of Southeast Kentucky on Copperhead Trail Today!
Bringing it All Together Under One Regional Mission!
Local residents Janice and Billy Green saw an opportunity to enhance the experience for everyone who visits “Rattlesnake 192-Brake on the Snake” by creating a true “Break” for all who wrangle this Kentucky Viper. The Greens spent two years building this Rustic Log Cabin with the inviting front porch now known as the “Souvenir Shack” with their own bare hands! The Shack opened in 2018 and is one place we highly recommend to everyone who comes here. It is a truly “Uniquely Appalachian” Experience as this beautiful log cabin offers a place for riders to take a break, enjoy a cold drink, and purchase Rattlesnake 192 merchandise. The Souvenir Shack or the “Shack” as us local riders call it is one incredible place to visit from the Hammock Chairs hanging outside to the dog laying on the front porch and the stuffed rattlesnakes found inside, The “Shack” epitomizes Central Appalachian hospitality and is a must-visit for all who come here! Find the Souvenir Shack now in the Backroads of Appalachia Mobile Application or visit them on Facebook! You will be glad you did!
The Story of Copperhead Trail KY
Following the lead of Rattlesnake 192, two adjoining counties came together to create yet another great ride that truly encompasses the beauty of Southeast Kentucky in a way that is impossible to put into words. Starting right off of Exit 11 on I-75 at Kentucky Splash Waterpark and Campground in Williamsburg Kentucky you will see the sign for this incredible 60 Miles Motorcycle Ride which includes over 220 Curves and the incredible backdrop that is Daniel Boone National Forest! This ride offers all the incredible beauty, scenery, history, and natural wonders unique to Whitley and McCreary Counties. A highlight of this route is Cumberland Falls, known as the "Niagara of the South," which boasts the highest flowing waterfall south of Niagara and is one of the world’s only places where you can see a moonbow (Full Moon Required!).
Copperhead Trail KY was recognized and marked by the Kentucky State Legislature in 2017 and is the only state-sign marked motorcycle ride at every turn, ensuring riders can fully enjoy this scenic journey. Each year
The establishment of Rattlesnake 192 and Copperhead Trail KY marked significant milestones in promoting motorcycle tourism in Southeast Kentucky. These routes not only offer thrilling rides but also bring economic development to our region while celebrating the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the region. As we commemorate the creation of Copperhead Trail KY this month and honor Jeffrey Gray, we continue our unwavering mission to make our region the Number 1 Place to Ride for motorcycle enthusiasts from around the world.
Since we cannot get it all in one article, Join us next month as we delve deeper into the history of our organization and bring you the rest of the Backroads of Appalachia Story including the trail that started it all for Backroads of Appalachia, The one and only Dragonslayer HWY 160 over Kentucky’s Highest Mountain! Want to know more? Come see us at Sturgis or Visit our website at www. backroadsofappalachia.org or you can find us on Facebook. You can also download our Free Backroads of Appalachia Mobile Application now to Find Rattlesnake 192, The Souvenir Shack, Copperhead Trail KY, The Dragonslayer HWY 160, and many other great rides and “Uniquely Appalachian” Points of Interest! All of our upcoming events are in there also! So what are you waiting for?
Let’s Ride Appalachia!
Jay "Frydaddy" Fryman, Founder, Whitley County Motorcycle Group
7/06/24 11am
Fink's Harley Davidson Custom and Vintage 4th Annual Bike Show w/ Reasons To Ride
Fink's Harley Davidson 2650 Maysville Pike Zanesville, OH 43701
7/06/24 09:00 AM
Ride to Hell & Back with Combat Vets
Capitol Harley-Davidson 9550 Woodlane Dr, Dimondale, MI
7/06/24 11:00 AM TRIKE MANIA
Arsenal Harley Davidson 4405 Highland Rd Waterford, MI 48328
7/09/24 04:00 PM
Wauseon Vintage National 2024 Fulton County Fairgrounds
8591 State Route 108, Wauseon, OH 43567
7/09/24 06:00 PM
Knights of the Inferno Arrowhead Chapter
Cancun Mexican Bar & Grill
3350 Village Dr Middletown, Oh 45005
7/09/24 06:00 PM
Knights of Inferno BIKE NIGHT at CANCUN Middletown OH
Cancun Mexican Bar & Grill
3350 Village Dr, Middletown, OH 45005
7/11/24 05:00 PM Roll-in for Veterans
Erie Sports Center
8161 Oliver Road, Erie, PA
Dee Caruana dynamicduo34620@gmail.com
7/12/2024 18:00
City of Lapeer's Friday Night Bikes
Downtown Lapeer W. Nepessing St.
7/12/24 06:00 PM
Bike Night Davison Eagles
Davison Eagles 3589 3270 N State Rd
7/12/24 06:00 PM Boar Fest Tattoo Party
Downtown Ravenna 260 S Prospect St, Ravenna, OH 44266-3042
7/13/24 12:00 PM
1st Annual Ride Against Alzheimer’s American Legion Post 295 211 Smith Street, Green Springs Ohio 44836
7/13/24 03:00 PM
Ohio Valley Thunder Rally & Concert Devil's Staircase/Hillclimbs 1086 Corwin Rd, Oregonia, OH, 45054
7/13/24 12:00 PM
Ohio Valley Thunder Rally: Ride to the Rally
Mack's Tavern 381 Miamisburg, Centerville Rd, Washington Twsp, OH, 45459
7/13/24 10:00 AM
Ride for Remission @ VFW 1070 S Bailey Ave South Haven, MI 49090
7/13/24 12:00 AM
Boar Fest Bike Show w/ Reasons to Ride
Downtown Ravenna, Ohio 225 S Prospect St, Ravenna, OH 44266
7/19/24 12:00 AM
Faster Horses Festival
Faster Horses Campground 12626 US Highway 12 Brooklyn, MI 49230
7/19/24 12:00 AM
Rebel Road- Josey Scott - The Original Voice of Saliva Downtown Muskegan
7/19/24 06:00 PM
City of Lapeer's Friday Night Bikes
Downtown Lapeer W. Nepessing St.
7/19/24 05:00 PM
Bike Time Iron and Ink Tattoo Party w/ Reasons to Ride
Hot Rod Harley-Davidson 149 Shoreline Dr, Muskegon, MI 49440-1164
7/20/24 12:00 AM
Nostalgia Outlaw Racing
Lapeer International Dragway 2691 Roods Lake Rd, Lapeer, MI 48446
7/20/24 12:00 AM
Rebel Road- Texas Hippie Coalition Downtown Muskegan
7/20/24 10:00 AM
3rd Annual LCpl. Jeremy Shock Memorial Ride
Fox Cycle Works
1011 Fremont Ave, Sandusky, OH, 44870
Green Springs American Legion Post #295419-639-8007
7/20/24 11:00 AM
2nd Annual Mike Mellow Memorial Ride & Raffle
American Legion Post 25 1240 Clinton Ave, Washinton Court House, OH, 43160
7/20/2024 16:00
American Legion Post 143 Bike Night American legion post 143 96 Churchill Rd, Auburn Hillls 48326
7/20/24 09:30 AM
6th Annual Naughty Nurse Memorial Run
Yeagerbaums Bar and Grill
7651 Broakway Shardon Road, Orangeville Ohio 44404
7/20/24 11:00 AM
Toys for Tots Poker Run
Arsenal Harley Davidson 4405 Highland Rd Waterford, MI 48328
7/21/24 08:00 AM
Walnecks Motorcycle Swap MeetMartinsville, IN
Morgan County Fairgrounds 1749 Hospital Rd Martinsville, IN 46151
7/24/24 09:00 AM
4th Annual Teddy Bear Run
Sutton Moose Lodge
53 Mid Mountain Lanes Sutton, WV 26601
7/24/2024 6:00
Zeppes-Christmas in July w/ Reasons to Ride
Zeppe's Tavern 11110 Kinsman Rd Newbury, Oh 44065
7/25/24 03:00 PM Grass in the Glades 2024
The Glades Festival Grounds
154 Mason Dixon Rd Gibbon Glade, PA 15440
7/25/24 11:00 AM
23rd Annual Bare Butts Rally
Sunshower Country Club
3263 Mattie Harris Road, Centerville, Indiana 47330
7/25/24 12:00 AM
Christmas in July w/ Reasons to Ride
Tavern of Independence 5530 Brecksville Road Independence, OH 44131
7/25/24 12:00 AM
Christmas in July w/ Reasons to Ride
Artesian Wells Sports Tavern 18755 US Highway 12, Cement City, MI 49233-9556
7/26/2024
AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days
Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course 7721 Steam Corners Rd, Lexington, Oh 44904
7/26/24 06:00 PM
Iron and Ink Tattoo Party w/ Reasons to Ride
Route 30 Harley-Davidson 350 Tarhe Trail, Upper Sandusky, OH 43351
7/26/24 06:00 PM
City of Lapeer's Friday Night Bikes
Downtown Lapeer W. Nepessing St.
7/26/24 06:00 PM
Bike Night Davison Eagles
Davison Eagles 3589 3270 N State Rd
7/27/24 10:00 AM
YOUth Matter Michigan 2nd Annual Mental Health Awareness Run and Event
Outlaw Pete's 7658 Smith Creek Rd. Goodell, MI 48027
7/27/24 05:00 PM
Bother's Keeper MC Chapter 46 Bike Night
DJ's Pizza & Steak House 805 W Main St Woodbury,TN 37190
7/27/24 09:00 AM
Paisley LaRoche Memorial Scholarship and Poker Run
Neffs Legion
54001 Pike St Neffs, Oh 43906
8/02/24 06:00 PM
City of Lapeer's Friday Night Bikes
Downtown Lapeer W. Nepessing St.
8/02/24 09:00 AM
2024 CVMA® IV Rally
Holiday Inn - Independence
6001 Rockside Rd., Independence, OH, 44131 US
8/02/24 05:30 PM
Friday Night Bikes in Lapeer Bike Show w/ Reasons to Ride Downtown Lapeer
101 S Weadock Ave, Saginaw, MI 48607
8/03/24 12:00 PM
3rd Annual Ride To End Alzheimer's Route 30 Harley-Davidson
350 Tarhe Trail, upper Sandusky, OH 43351
8/3/2024
Town & Country Bike Show w/ Reasons to Ride
Town and Country Harley Davidson
18711 US Highway 12, Cement City, MI 49233
8/04/24 01:00 PM
Home Brewed Bikes
Stones Throw Brewing
101 Button Hall Ave, Goose Creek, SC 29445
8/04/24 12:00 AM
Nostalgia Outlaw Racing
Milan Dragway
10860 Plank Rd, Milan, MI 48159
8/04/24 08:00 AM
Walnecks Motorcycle Swap
Meet- Springfield
4401 S. Charleston Pike Springfield, Oh 45502
8/08/24 12:00 AM
Bike Night, Bike Show and BBQ Night w/ Reasons to Ride
Tavern of Independence
5530 Brecksville Road Independence, OH 44131
8/09/24 12:00 AM
Indian Bike Week
River's Edge Apple River Campground
1820 Raleigh Rd, New Richmond, WI 54017
8/09/24 06:00 PM
City of Lapeer's Friday Night Bikes
Downtown Lapeer W. Nepessing St.
8/09/24 06:00 PM
Bike Night Davison Eagles
Davison Eagles 3589
3270 N State Rd
8/10/24 10:00 AM
Chief's Chicken Run
Ten Mile Inn
7229 W. Broad St Galloway, Oh 43119
8/10/24 12:00 AM
Motor City Get Down
Modern Skate & Surf
1500 N Stephenson Hwy Royal Oak, MI 48067
8/10/24 10:00 AM
DOVE (Domestic Violence Escape) & Poker Run
Lost & Found
6 Nimkon St., Gile, WI 54525
8/11/24 09:00 AM
52nd Annual Centurion Poker Run
Greater Akron Motorcycle Club 1540 Smith Road, Akron OH 44313
8/13/24 06:00 PM
Knights of the Inferno Arrowhead Chapter
Cancun Mexican Bar & Grill
3350 Village Dr Middletown, Oh 45005
8/14/2024 6:00PM
Zeppes- Tattoo Contest w/ Reasons to Ride
Zeppe's Tavern 11110 Kinsman Rd Newbury, Oh 44065
8/16/23 09:00 AM
Thunder at the River Little River Casino
2700 Orchard Highway, Manistee, MI 49660
8/17/24 06:00 PM
Route 30 Rumble
Route 30 Harley-Davidson Wyandot County Fairgrounds 10171 OH-53 North, Upper Sandusky, OH 43351
8/17/2024
Freedom Bike Show w/ Reasons to Ride
Dick Scott Freedom Powersport
29577 Five Mile Rd, Livonia, MI 48154
8/23/24 12:00 AM
6th Annual Ohio Vintage Nationals Drag Racing & Swap Meet
Freebird Dragway
2107 Friendship Park Rd Bloomingdale, Oh 43910
8/23/24 06:00 PM
City of Lapeer's Friday Night Bikes
Downtown Lapeer W. Nepessing St.
8/23/24 06:00 PM
Bike Night Davison Eagles Davison Eagles 3589 3270 N State Rd
8/24/24 12:00 AM
Nostalgia Outlaw Racing Ubly Dragway
4812 S Ubly Rd, Ubly, MI 48475
8/24/24 05:00 PM
Bother's Keeper MC Chapter 46 Bike Night
DJ's Pizza & Steak House
805 W Main St Woodbury,TN 37190
8/24/24 12:00 AM
Iron Pony 7th Annual Custom & Classics Bike Show
Iron Pony
5472 Westerville Rd, Westerville, OH 43081
WEEKLY BIKE NIGHTS
Monday
The Otter Lake Bar Otter Lake MI
Tuesday
10th St. Saloon Plainwell MI
Backroads Holly MI
Clair Tavern Clarington OH
Comet Bike Night Cincinnati OH
Flo's Pizzeria & Sports Bar Greenville MI
Hunter Street Saloon Logan OH
Jilly's Saloon Reynoldsburg OH
Mug Shotz Clio MI
Pez'z Bar n Grill Sheffield Lake OH
Ryders Bar & Grill Midland MI
Shielded Souls New Boston MI
Sturgis Michigan Sturgis MI
Whiskey Jar Brown City MI
Wednesday
American Legion Riders Owosso Owosso MI
Cheers Lapeer Lapeer MI
Countryside Inn Byron Center MI
J&D's Place Worthington OH
Jimmy's Roadhouse Paw Paw MI
The Oaks Tavern Moscow MI
QSL Milford Milford OH
Quaker Steak & Lube Columbus OH
Rip Rap Roadhouse Dayton OH
Roadhouse 19 Yale MI
Tavern 62 Orient OH
The Horsehoe Bar Bucyrus OH
The Villa Huber Heights OH
VFW #1181- Valley Station Louisville KY
Zeppe's Tavern Newbury OH
OTHER BIKE NIGHTS
Every 2nd Tuesday Knights of the Inferno BIKE NIGHT Middletown OH
Last Wed of Every Month Marine Corp League Licoln Park MI
Third Wed of Each Month Wayland Michigan, Downtown Wayland MI
Last Thurs of the Month Cincinnati Euro Bike Night CEBN Loveland OH
Every Other Friday Davison Eagles Bike Night Davison MI
Third Sat of every month. Northern Yankee Moonshine Ripley OH
Every 1st and 3rd Sun Crazy Fox Saloon Bucyrus OH
Thursday
Root's Pub St. Mary's OH
Amy's Downtown Reservoir Columbiaville MI
Artesian Wells Cement City MI
Bearded Saddle Saloon Oxford OH
The Dock at Bayview Richland MI
Double D's Pub Columbus OH
Doughboys Pizza and Pub Commercial Point OH
Farmer's Tavern Mulliken MI
Freddy's Clinton Township MI
Hide Out Grill Walton KY
The Max Bar and Grill Logan OH
Mill Dam Corner Grill Hebron OH Pleasant Lake Pub Pleasant Lake MI
QSL Colerain Cincinnati OH
The Hideout Bar & Grill Elsmere KY
The Shark Club Waterford Township MI
Solid Gold Lounge Brookpark OH
Stingers Bar & Grill Wixom MI
Ugly Mug Canal Winchester OH
Wild Mike's Battle Creek MI
Friday
The Roadhouse Bar & Grill Livonia MI
Friday Night Bikes Lapeer MI
Smitty's Tavern New Holland OH
Saturday
Akron Bible Church Akron OH
Ta' Bogo Cafe Cincinnati OH
RECIPES
Crock pot Pierogi Casserole with Kielbasa recipe
INGREDIENTS:
• 3 boxes Mrs. T’s Cheddar Pierogies – Regular or mini. We prefer the mini ones. They are more of a bite size and work well for this casserole.
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 8 oz. block cream cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 pound kielbasa – sliced (or other cooked meat mentioned above)
• salt & pepper to taste
DIRECTIONS:
• Combine all ingredients in your crockpot. Cook on high 3-4 hours, or on low 6 hours.
• Serve with a fresh green salad and crusty bread.
Herb Roasted Potatoes, Carrots and Onions
Ingredients:
• Red Potatoes, 8 to 10 small to medium size
• Carrots, a bunch
• Sweet Onions, 2 or 3
• Sage, 2 to 3 tablespoons, snipped
• Rosemary, 1 to 2 tablespoons, snipped
• Chicken Broth, 1 cup
• Olive Oil
• Coarse Ground Salt and Pepper
Directions:
• Scrub the potatoes and cut them into quarters.
• Give your carrots a haircut, as the lovely lady at the produce place says when she offers to cut the greens off for you.
• Rinse and peel them.Slice them into thick rounds.
• Slice the onion into rings, including a good bit of the green part.
• Snip the herbs.Toss the vegetables and herbs together in big roaster pan.
• Season with salt and pepper and drizzle with a little olive oil.
• Stir it all together until the vegetable are well coated with the oil.
• Add the broth. I used it to keep them from getting too browned and sticking to the pan. It also added a little extra flavor.
• Bake at 375 for 45 minutes to an hour, or until they’re tender.Stir them up in the roaster pan to mix all the herbs, oil and remaining broth.
• Dump them into a serving bowl and enjoy!
Have a recipe that you’d like to share? Write it all down and send with a picture – to ReasonsToRide@gmail.com Put RECIPE in the subject line. If we use it, we’ll send you copies of the magazines and a RtR T-Shirt – so include your address and t-shirt size as well! Thanks!
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Fink's Harley-Davidson Bike Show OH 24, 31
Freedom Powersports Bike Show MI 25
Gray Wolf Lodge MI ........................................ 36
Hi-Point Firearms OH 42
Honda Marysville Motorsports 43
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Iron Horse Campgrounds SD 36
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Iron Pony Bike Show OH 25, 30
Johnny's Grill & Pizzeria OH 60
Kickstand Saloon ................................................ 58
Lapeer Friday Bike Nights 58
Madrick's Tavern OH 11
MSTA .............................................................. 20-21
Muskegon M/C MI 49
Nutra Relief OH/MI ............................................ 40
Old Firehouse Winery OH 64
Omerta Tatto Co OH 39
Pony Powersports OH ..............................3, 25, 53
Progressive OH Inside cover
Ray C's Rodeo & Bike show MI 24, 28
Rebel Road Rally MI .......... 25, Inside Back Cover