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FROM THE PUBLISHER September marks the end of Summer – officially September 22nd this year – and the unofficial end of the riding season for many. It usually marks the end of most Bike Nights and time to break out the leathers and chaps – for those that don’t wear them yearround…. In reality, though, it’s simply the changing of seasons – and the start of my favorite time of year to ride, especially here in the Midwest! The colorful leaves, crisp air, and cooler temperatures – make it easier to wear a little more gear and far more enjoyable to ride. And while many of the Bike Nights wind down – several of Ohio’s most popular and biggest riding events happen in the Fall, and in September in particular. Two of our favorites – the Easyrider Rodeo and Thunder on the Strip kick off the month, and there are hillclimbs, flat track, and motorcycle drags to follow. And of course, we have some of our biggest Bike Shows of the year! We also have plenty of rides as well – including Memorial and Patriots Day (9/11) remembrance rides. All plenty of reasons to jump on the bike and ride! As always, Thunder Roads Ohio features more rides, rallies, bike nights, bike shows, and other motorcycle events than any other publication – from our feature pages, sponsor ads, event flyers, and of course our event listings in the back of the mag. It’s all in Thunder Roads – and you wanna hear something really cool? There are EVEN MORE events listed online! You can find them by following us on Facebook (www.Facebook.com/ThunderRoadsOhio) or check out our online event listings at ThunderRoadsOhio. com. Powered by ReasonsToRide.com, our online listings are the most complete and informative motorcycle event listings to be found online. Speaking of events, I’d like to plug a new initiative that we are introducing this year. As we wind things down, we are going to start considering various charities, non-profits, and community riding organizations – and the folks that enable them to host rides and events all across Ohio. We are going recognize some of the ride organizers and volunteers that make it possible to pull off the events that so many take for granted. And as part of that recognition, we are going to award Prizes and Advertising Sponsorships for 2022! If there’s anyone that you’d like to recognize – as in the ride itself or the organizer that pulls it all together and makes it happen – we’d like to hear your thoughts.

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You can read more about this initiative in my Road Tales column, which starts on page 8. As always, I’d love to hear your thoughts! Ride Strong – and keep the shiny side up! Sincerely, Derek A. Smith

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TABLE OF CONTENTS FEATURES

BIKE SHOW FEATURE

SPORT TOURING

STACYC ELECTRIC BALANCE BIKE

GENEVA THUNDER ZONE

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ROAD TALES

MOTORCYCLE MINISTRY

BUCKEYE THINDER RUN

CALENDAR FEATURE

SHINE & IRON

IRON & INK

TRO NETWORK: Where to get the mags!

MARKETPLACE

SERVICE SPECIALISTS

UPCOMING MOTORCYCLE EVENTS

FUNNY STUFF

RECIPES

WORD SEARCH

PARTING SHOTS

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SCAVENGER HUNT

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NOW BOOKING FOR FALL, WINTER, AND 2022 EVENTS!

EVENT & ORGANIZER BEST OF OHIO This year we are starting our BEST OF OHIO AWARD discussion a little earlier than normal, partly because we are adding a new aspect to the program. This year, we would like to focus on the CHARITABLE EVENTS and the people that provide the drive behind them.

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Roads Ohio have been hosting “turn-key” on-site promotions – including Bike Shows, Live Music Events, Tattoo Contests, Charity Events, and other interactive events aimed at the motorcycle community and beyond. While 2020 and most of 2021 has been a challenge for many, it seems as though we are finally able to start planning out things further in advance. And as luck would have it – we have “parties” looking for a home. •

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We are now booking IRON & INK TATTOO PARTIES, WINTER CABIN FEVER PARTIES, and CALENDAR / PHOTO SHOOT EVENTS for the upcoming Fall and Winter months. The CHAMPIONSHIP BIKE SHOW SERIES will soon begin announcing REGIONAL and INVITATIONAL BIKE SHOWS starting in the Spring of 2022. As such, we are looking to identify dealerships, rallies, and larger venues that are interested in hosting these bigger events so that we can plan appropriately and begin securing sponsorships for the shows.

If you’re interested in hosting a Thunder Roads event or adding a BIKE SHOW or TATTOO CONTEST / PARTY to your rally or existing event – please reach out ASAP, as we anticipate filling key dates and working out most of the 2022 TOUR SCHEDULE by January of 2022. For more information, email BikeShowInfo@gmail.com

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This year has been an especially challenging year for almost all of us – but it’s been especially hard on those that organize and pull off the countless charitable rides and benefits that far too many of us take for granted. In many cases, events that draw hundreds and even thousands are spear headed by and possibly even pulled off entirely due to the efforts of a small group of people. In many cases, you might even say that it falls on ONE key person that pulls everyone together and shepherd them through the event. And in many – if not most – of these cases, there is little to no compensation for many of the biggest rides and events that we all attend throughout the year. To that end, we would like to invite our readers to NOMINATE individuals and organizations that you feel we should recognize for their efforts this past year – and possibly beyond. Just send us an email with information on who you think we should recognize and why. If possible, please include specific examples of how you’ve dealt with them and efforts you’ve seen. We will select individuals and organizations from those nominated – to receive the TRO BEST OF OHIO AWARDS. These include not only recognition and some cool extra’s for them – but we will also be awarding OVER $10,000 in PROMOTIONAL SUPPORT and ADVERTISING for them in 2022. We want to get behind these folks and help ensure their success going forward. Email us at ThunderRoadsOhio@gmail.com and include “EVENT ORGANIZER” in the subject line. Thank you!

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Amazing vintage motorcycle exhibit comes to the Crawford Museum By Paris Wolfe, TRO Contributor A Century of the American Motorcycle brings 35 vintage and modern motorcycles to the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum in University Circle from August 19, 2021, to March 2022. The motorcycles represent some of the best from the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum in Birmingham, Alabama. Owned by George Barber, the six-story, 230,000-square-foot museum is home to the world's largest motorcycle collection and includes 1,600 operational bikes. John Lutsch, program and marketing manager at the Crawford, is excited about the exhibit. He calls the Barber Museum “the Louvre of motorcycles.” The visiting exhibit, focuses on the technical and aesthetic aspects of these powerful machines. It starts with the 1905 Indian Single and continues with American-made bikes such as the 1919 HD Model 19 J Twin and right up to the 2018 Motus MST. “These specific models were selected for the exhibit,” says Lutsch. “They represent the rarest and best of a manufacturer’s efforts.” He compares the significance of this exhibit to the 1998 The Art of the Motorcycle show in New York City’s Guggenheim Museum. The first of its kind, that show brought together 114 iconic bikes from the late 1800s to modern times, chronicling the most compelling moments in the evolution of motorcycle technology and design. “Nothing this comprehensive has been done in Greater Cleveland,” he says. “The way they’re going to be presented and the events we’re planning will engage people. We’re giving people reasons to visit more than once.” The exhibit opens with a VIP, invitation-only event on August 19 and continues with a public opening that same evening. On September 11-12, BMW Motorrad will bring its 25-city Heritage Tour to the museum. Registrants will have an opportunity to test drive some of the company’s newest bikes. A second motorcycle exhibit will follow in spring 2022. Crawford Auto Museum - Cleveland History Center 10825 East Blvd., Cleveland OH www.wrhs.org

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MOTORCYCLE MINISTRIES Not for Sale…. Last winter I decided that the new Deluxe I has purchased at the end of 2019 was just not cutting it for me. I had owned and ridden a Fatboy for 14 years, tried a Freewheeler for about 7 months after that, and then traded it in for the Deluxe. I took her to Arkansas in the Fall, and it just didn’t feel right, so I said, “I think my season is just over for riding, I can ride twoup with Hubby, so I am going to sell her.” Of course, Hubby raised his brow and said, “Are you sure??” “Yep.” I stated with confidence….” positive.” So the advertisement went out…. there was only one inquiry, and she thought the pipes would be too loud. What? Who doesn’t like the sound of long shots in the wind?? So, I continued to wait.

God has given you, where He has placed you and where He is leading you. And especially, don’t let go of the good to be part of the whole…a mighty Oak may be found standing alone, but the longer it stands, the stronger it gets. Reach out, don’t sell out, your season has just begun. Catch you in the curves! Mary G.

In the Spring, we had a Roads Rally in southern Ohio. Nice curves, so I decided to ride my Deluxe and determined that if I couldn’t become one with her on this trip, she was remaining on the For Sale list! So off we went…. Down the winding roads we rode, twisting and turning as we became one in the wind. That trip changed my thinking…I wasn’t finished riding! My season had not ended, it had just begun! She even earned a new name… Sparkle, because of the way she sparkles in the sun. Today she sits in the carport, protected and safe until we get together again and the ad that had her ready to go, was taken down right away…Not for Sale…no, not today! Sometimes we get hasty about things we do. We jump into the moment, often regretting it too. I’ve heard it said, ‘Everything has its price’, that isn’t always such sound advice. We look at what’s in front of us, but don’t always see all and that’s usually a good sign that we are about to fall. We sell ourselves short when we don’t think things through. It creates an advantage for those not so true. There’s only One you can truly sell out to and have the confidence that He’s never going to let you down and that is Jesus Christ. Anything other than that will lead you out of your proper place, or compromise who you are. It may look right in the moment, but if you give it a little time, you will be able to see clearly, and it won’t cost you a dime. Keep holding fast to what

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COME RIDE WITH US! CMA is a servant minded interdenominational motorcycle ministry with a nondenominational 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

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• WINNERS DRAWN YEAR-ROUND! • SIMPLE DIGITAL CHECK-IN’S! • OVER 1,000 WINNERS IN 2019 OVER 50 EACH MONTH! Thunder Roads Ohio (TRO) is proud to present the 2021 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 simply by getting out to ride and discovering new stops ALL ACROSS OHIO and the MIDWEST!

Checking in at Ride Stops! You check-in at designated RIDE STOPS with your phone and through FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, and TWITTER. Simply check in at the location using Facebook and then post a picture of yourself there. You can include your card if convenient. Include #THUNDERRUN in your comments or tag Thunder Roads Ohio in the post. If you’re not on Facebook, you can take a picture of yourself there with your ride card or motorcycle and email it to BuckeyeThunderRun@gmail.com 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 #THUNDERRUN. 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 – “They have the BEST Bike Night!” or “BEST BURGERS IN OHIO!” 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 checkin is also eligible for additional prizes as well.

How do you Start? (It's really simple!)

1. Get your Ohio Ride Card! (Online at ThunderRoadsOhio.com, at an Event, or at some Ride Stops!) You can check in without a Card – using Facebook. 2. Like Thunder Roads Ohio on Facebook. 3. Get the list of stops each month from your Thunder Roads Magazine, the website (ThunderRoadsOhio.com), or Facebook. 4. Ride out to these stops and show them your card or check in with the #THUNDERRUN Hashtag on social media – Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. 5. And then you win cool prizes, including cold hard CASH!

You can request a Ride Card through our website!

You can now go online and register for your Thunder Run Ride Card through our website – www.ThunderRoadsOhio.com. Simply head to the TRO Online Store and order your Ride Card. There is a $5 convenience fee for this option – but ALL PROCEEDS are applied to our Warrior Fund, sponsoring charitable motorcycle events and organizations across Ohio.

Once you have received your OHIO RIDE CARD, you will not be asked to provide personal information or emails at any location for check-in. You simply enter your ride card number! PLEASE NOTE - You can still use your previous Ride Cards. All Ride Card registrations carry over, however you are welcome to pick up a new shiny one if you’d like.

As we mentioned, this is a dynamic event – intended to be tweaked and developed over time. If you have ideas, suggestions, or concerns – please don’t hesitate to let us know. You can email us at BuckeyeThunderRun@gmail.com

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TRO CHAMPIONSHIP BIKE SHOW SERIES The Bike Show Series

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It’s the tail end of the Summer Bike Show season, but it brings up some of our biggest and best bike shows – including the GENEVA THUNDER ZONE BIKE SHOW! This is our longest running show and always the biggest of the Summer Season!

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Follow us on facebook (www.facebook.com/ThunderRoadsOhio) for announcements and updates on the upcoming INVITATIONAL SHOWS. All winners from the 2021 Summer Series are eligible to participate in these CASH winning shows. Traditionally, the OHIO BIKE WEEK SHOW and PISTON POWER SHOWS were the series invitational, championship shows. Unfortunately, both of these shows have been impacted by the pandemic.

The Bike Show Series

Over the last several years, Thunder Roads Ohio has worked to develop the TRO Championship Bike Show Series as a means of showcasing both the rides that our readers have and the amazing works of rolling art that local shops and builders have been producing in an informal, fun format. Along the way, we discovered that many local riders had never participated in a Bike Show – never considering that their bikes were “show worthy”. It turns out though, that most riders have an appreciation – even a love of motorcycles that goes beyond the amount of chrome on a bike or if there are water spots and dust on them. We’ve hosted Bike Shows at indoor venues showcasing bikes with less than a dozen miles on them – and we’ve hosted Bike Shows at outdoor venues ranging from dealership parking lots to grass fields with countless entries still hot from riding in from across the state! Throughout, we’ve discovered that it’s not always the most polished that gets the attention, but it’s the love and work that goes into the bike that everyone appreciates. Even if you’ve never participated in a Bike Show before, we encourage everyone to participate and have fun with the shows! Chances are that you’ll discover a greater appreciation for what makes your bike unique and meet some other folks with a similar passion. And we’re certain you’ll have a blast! The TRO Bike Show Series features local, regional, and nationally recognized shows that all builders and bike owners are welcome to participate in. Vintage, metric, v-twin, customs, restored antiques, “resto-mods”, trikes, and radicals are all welcome to the show. These shows are RIDE-IN shows, meaning the bikes are expected to be ridden and a little bit of road dust is fine. We don’t split hairs over trailering in bikes, but we do require that all bikes must be functioning. They must start and be able to be safely ridden on the road.

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G N I M O UPC ! S W O SH 8/28/2021 Fink’s Harley-Davidson Bike Show, Zanesville OH 9/12/2021 Thunder Zone Bike Show, Geneva-on-the-Lake OH 9/15/2021 Zeppe’s Vintage Bike Show and Bike Night Finale, Newbury OH 9/25/2021 Quaker Steak & Lube, Milford OH

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10/2/2021 AHDRA Buckeye Nationals Bike Show, Norwalk OH 10/9/2021 Johnny’s Vintage Bike Show, Newbury OH

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Other Recommended Bike Shows: 9/4/2021 Resurrection Island Bike Show, Wheeling WV 9/18/2021 Fellowship Car & Bike Show, Chagrin Falls

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INTERESTED IN HOSTING A TRO BIKE SHOW AT YOUR LOCATION? Email us TODAY for more information at BikeShowInfo@gmail.com Most of the shows include voting by event attendees and weighted judges scores. We use this approach to make certain we include both the “popular opinion” and an objective review of the bikes.

Interested in coming out? It’s easy!

Just visit us online at ThunderRoadsOhio.com and you can register for whichever show you’d like. By Pre-Registering, you are locking in your spot, saving a few dollars, and you’ll even get a FREE T-Shirt! Then come on out to the show! Specifics vary by show, but it’s generally an informal process. You’ll meet other builders and exhibitors – and most likely walk away with more than a few new friends in the motorcycle community.

NEW Vintage Classes!

In response to the overwhelming interest in vintage bikes more classic bikes showing up at our shows - we will be adding VINTAGE RACING and VINTAGE TOURING classes as options for exhibitors taking part in the BIKE SHOW SERIES. As always, we will require at least 3 bikes in these classes to qualify for a BESTIN-CLASS AWARD – otherwise the bikes will be pooled with other Vintage bikes. Our hope is that we can encourage more Exhibitors to bring out and show their bikes in these classes with us offering new, distinct classes. Exhibitors to bring out and show their bikes in these classes with us offering new, distinct classes.

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ATTENTION MOTORCYCLE SHOPS / CUSTOM BUILDERS / PAINTERS: For shops interested in participating and possibly exhibiting customer and shop bikes, a limited number of shop displays are available at Thunder Roads Bike Shows. Participating shops and organizations are able to offer special incentives for their customers and members. For more information or to reserve space for group bike displays (i.e. shops, clubs, race teams, etc..) email BikeShowInfo@gmail.com

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! E S E H T S S I M DON’T 11th ANNUAL THUNDER ZONE, Geneva-on-the-Lake VINTAGE & CUSTOM BIKE SHOW Saturday, September 11th

The Championship Bike Show Series returns to the shores of Lake Erie for Geneva-on-the-Lake’s annual biker blow-out and TRO’s 11th ANNUAL THUNDER ZONE BIKE SHOW! 2019’s show at the Old Firehouse Winery and Marketplace Landing was an incredible success and the overwhelming feedback was that it was one of the year’s best outdoor Bike Shows. Over 100 show bikes were on display under the trees in the park-like setting – and thousands came through and admired the rolling works of art! We will be adding CUSTOM BUILDER DISPLAYS for shops looking to exhibit and an expanded vendor / exhibitor area for the weekend – including NEW Indoor vendor areas. For more information, email BikeShowInfo@ gmail.com

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Zeppe’s VINTAGE Bike Show Wednesday, September 15th, 2021 Newbury

Zeppe’s adds ANOTHER Bike Show to their schedule – and this one is all about the older bikes. All makes and models, and YEARS are invited to attend – but special classes and prizes for the vintage bikes! Only bikes 25 years and older qualify for the BEST OF SHOW and PEOPLE’s CHOICE AWARDS.

Quaker Steak & Lube Milford BIKE SHOW Saturday, September 25th, 2021 - CINCINNATI

Thunder Roads returns to the Queen City for another QS&L Bike Show! Last month’s one in Colerain was a blast with a great mix of bikes – can’t wait to see the custom and vintage bikes that turn out for this Bike Night Bike Show! Best of Show in Colerain went to a POWERHOUSE Hayabusa – will we see another strong metric showing in Milford?

Fellowship Bible Church – Car & Bike Show Saturday, September 19th

This is a fun, informal car and bike show that’s great for the whole family. No admission for those attending and it’s just ten dollars to exhibit – payable at the event.

AHDRA BUCKEYE NATIONALS SHOW Saturday, October 2nd – Summit Motorsports Park

This is a supercharged event that features top fuel, high powered Harley’s and show bikes at Summit Motorsports Park. The show’s on Saturday, but racing is all weekend – and you’ll want to bring the whole family for this one! *Tentative dates. Date and details to be finalized and will be announced in future editions of TRO or at ThunderRoadsOhio.com Register ONLINE at ThunderRoadsOhio.com for these Bike SHOWS anhd more! For more information, email us at BikeShowInfo@gmail.com and follow us online at www.Facebook.com/ThunderRoadsOhio

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Sport Touring Corner By Norm Kern, MSTA Editor / ReasonsToRide.com Contributor

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MSTA Red River Gorge Rally, Mt. Sterling, KY, July 8-11 Since the rally is relatively close by, I rode my 650 Suzuki V-Strom XT. It's lighter than the FJR and is fitted with Michelin Anakee adventure tires so I can ride it on the kind of gravel roads found on easy adventure rides.

The MSTA Red River Gorge (RRG) Rally is one of my favorites because there are great roads in central Kentucky and it's only about 150 miles from home. I left on Thursday morning, taking some of my favorite roads in southern Ohio including OH 763 to Aberdeen and crossing the big bridge to Kentucky. Since there are often thunderstorms this time of year, I always create several alternative routes to the rally. This time it was nice and sunny, so I took the longer 200 mile version, looping East in Kentucky on SR 344 and 377 through Daniel Boone National Forest before heading West on some four digit roads and down SR 11 to rally headquarters at the Mt. Sterling Ramada Inn.

Meals were at the Cattlemen's Roadhouse, which is only two doors away from the hotel. They have a fantastic salad bar, steaks, burgers, seafood and drinks. After dinner we hung out each evening on the patio behind the hotel where there were chairs, tables with umbrellas, beverages and good conversation.

Scattered afternoon thunderstorms were forecast for the whole weekend, but we were not intimidated. Friday morning, the weather started out nice and my friend Emanuel Papp rode down from Dayton, OH, on his V-Strom to join us for the day's ride at 8:30AM. We also had Jeff Dolence from Dayton on his FJR and Ray Karcher from the Covington, Kentucky area on his 1990s Honda Nighthawk. Our route was one of event coordinator Pat Mogavero's favorites, which he calls Rock and Roll. It started out North and East of Mt. Sterling into Daniel Boone National Forest, through Salt Lick and around Cave Run Lake, then winds its way south through Wellington, Frenchburg and Nada Tunnel. The tunnel is one of the highlights of the route- very dark and the walls are always wet, so headlights don't help much. It's a single lane, so traffic has to alternate one direction, then the other. Lunch was at one of the rally favorites, Miguel's Pizza, near 24

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Slade, KY. After lunch we rode through Ravenna, past the big Army depot East of Richmond. On SR 89 North of Irvine, we encountered a thunderstorm, so we stopped and zipped up the vents on our Klim jackets. The rain quit by the time we got back to Mt. Sterling and we had an evening of good food, drink and conversation. Good friend Jeremy Riffle, of Vehicle Enhancements Inc, Moraine, OH, arrived about 9PM on his KTM 790 Rally Adventure bike. He and Emanuel were ready for an adventure route on Saturday, and the RRG rally had several to choose from this year thanks to our friend Drew Faulkner, who developed them for his popular Red River Scramble Rally, held at Lago Linda Hideaway near Beattyville, KY, September 16-19. Saturday morning weather was expected to be good until noon with afternoon scattered thunderstorms. We wanted to ride the Novice ADV route, but not in the rain, so we left at around 8 AM, riding the 20 mile pavement route to the start of the ADV loop. This is a great route, and just about as challenging as I would want on the V-Strom. One of my favorite sections was White Ash Road near Beattyville where the road goes through a small tunnel under the CSX railroad line, which runs along the Kentucky river. There was very little water and mud on the route, but plenty of gravel through beautiful back country, and we were able to do about 90 miles of the 100 mile loop before light rain began.

Connect with local Ohio Motorcycle Sport Touring Association riders at these monthly breakfasts: Southwest Ohio Breakfast, 9AM, September 18 Village Family Restaurant 144 S. Main St. Waynesville, OH 45068 Central Ohio Breakfast, 8AM, October 3 Portside Cafe 6515 S High St Lockbourne, OH 43137

If you want to try some Adventure riding, don't forget to check out Drew Faulkner's Red River Scramble: The Bluegrass Adventure Rally Red River Scramble is a free grassroots adventure motorcycle rally; Eastern Kentucky is Drew's favorite place to ride, and he likes to share that experience with other motorcyclists. This year the event will begin on Thursday, September 16th, through Sunday the 19th, at the Lago Linda Hideaway near Beattyville, Kentucky. https:// redriverscramble.com/ Nestled in the Appalachian foothills of eastern Kentucky, Red River Gorge is a canyon system littered with sandstone cliffs, rock shelters, waterfalls, and natural arches. The paved roads in and around the gorge are some of the best in the Bluegrass State, meanwhile, the off-road riding offers adventure seekers challenges over all types of terrain, with intimate access to some of the area’s unique scenery.

When we got to the end of the loop it was just a little after noon, and no one wanted to go back to the hotel that early. Fortunately, I had loaded my favorite road route from the rally in my GPS. It so happened that the end of the ADV loop was right on the Hillbilly Triangle route about two thirds of the way through. We were out of the rain, so we decided to ride it backwards to the hotel, which would take most of the afternoon. The weather held until we were about twenty miles from the end of our route. There were big black clouds ahead, so we made a strategic stop. I had started the day with the rainproof cover on the tank bag, eyeglasses put away and wearing old expendable gloves, so I was ready for rain. The day before, Emanuel and I had perfected our "tag team" rain drill- stop, jump off our bikes, I zip up Emanuel's jacket vents, he zips up mine, and we're good to go. . It rained hard for about fifteen minutes then quit, so we just stoped and unziped each other's vents. Easy and kind of fun We made it back to the hotel about 4:30 PM with just over 270 miles for the day. After dinner, the rain moved in for good, and we just spent the evening partying. Sunday morning it was still raining off and on, so I just slabbed it home on I75 in a little over two hours. Another fun weekend!

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THE STACYC ELECTRIC BALANCE DIRT BIKE FOR KIDS Getting them RIDING – quickly and EASILY! Excerpts from Sam Oldham, ChargeTheBike.com Getting your boy or a girl into dirt bikes can be a bit scary. As parents, we want to make sure that our kids have fun but are still safe when riding dirt bikes. Learning the proper dirt biking skills as a kid will set them up for life. When your child is first learning how to ride a dirt bike its important that they a way to learn dirt bike skills while gaining confidence. Years ago the strider bike was introduced to the world and this really helps speed up the learning curve for kids learning how to ride dirt bikes and peddle bikes. The ability to use your feet to power you forwards allowing the kids to learn forward momentum and balance.

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Having an electric powered balance dirt bike is the perfect choice when it comes to teaching your kids how to dirt bike. Eventually, the goal would be to get your kid’s abilities and confidence up in order to switch to a gaspowered dirt bike or continue riding larger dirt bikes.

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With an electric dirt bike, they can ride it every day in the backyard. They Stacyc balance dirt bike has different power modes for all skill levels. Being an electric balance dirt bike they are quiet and easy to operate. We have found that our kids enjoy learning first on an electric dirt bike before switching over to an ICE powered dirt bike. Being able to allow your kids to rip around the yard all day without annoying the neighbors is important for them to gain the skill they need for dirt biking. The Stacyc eDrive balance dirt bike allows your kids to push or coast the E balance dirt bike In non-power mode. This is perfect for learning how to ride a dirt bike. Your kid can learn how to push, coast, and balance the dirt bike before using any power. Once they show that they are confident in balancing the dirt bike and using the correct momentum you can switch the bike’s power on and then have your kids learn how to use throttle and brakes.

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Kids Feel Safer on an Electric Dirt Bike Interestingly we have found that even if we have an electric dirt bike that has a higher seat height than a gas-powered dirt bike our kids have felt more comfortable learning on an electric dirt bike. Once they got the hang of the electric dirt bike switching to a gas-powered dirt bike was a breeze. We have even had some of our kids that really didn’t show any interest in dirt biking at all….all of the sudden start riding the electric dirt bike and then decided that they really enjoyed it. Our job as dirt bike parents is to make sure our kids have FUN. The Stacyc is the PERFECT beginner dirt bike that even after your kids have acquired the dirt bike skills needed to ride a gas powered dirt bike they will continue to rip around on.

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The Geneva Thunder Zone Returns! TRO’s longest running Bike Show returns to the Landing on the Water! Thunder Roads Ohio is excited to announce the return of the Geneva-onthe-Lake Thunder Zone at the Landing Festival Marketplace. Held during THUNDER ON THE STRIP – Ohio’s Second Largest Motorcycle Event – this year’s Thunder Zone will run from Friday, September 10th and runs through Sunday, September 12th. The 11th Annual THUNDER ZONE BIKE SHOW will be held on Saturday, with registration opening at Noon. After ten years of hosting the Thunder Zone down the road, we moved to this new location in 2019 – and it was an AMAZING SUCCESS and BETTER than we could have ever hoped for. This “new” location allows us much more space and flexibility, in a much more scenic location – right on the water! This area, known as The Landing Festival Marketplace, is adjacent to the Firehouse Winery and includes the Sunset Bar and even a ferris wheel! It’s truly one of the most beautiful location in Geneva-on-the-Lake – and it’s right on the strip, in the middle of all of the motorcycle activities! It’s directly across the street from Yankies and the Goblin Ampitheatre and within minutes of both Sportsterz and The Geneva State Lodge. It’s walking distance from the entire RALLY!

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In terms of attractions, we obviously have the lake and the scenic views from the shoreline which this area is along. Additionally, we have live entertainment throughout the weekend and numerous bars and restaurants connected to the area. The famous Firehouse Winery and their outdoor patios and scenic dining is on one end of the property and the Sunset Bar is in the midst of the vendor area at the other end. Numerous other unique dining areas, bars, and arcades also line the area. On Saturday, September 11th – the 11th Annual Geneva-on-the-Lake Thunder Zone Bike Show presented by Thunder Roads Ohio and Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys will be held at the Landing. Over the last several years this has kicked off Saturday for the Rally and has ALWAYS drawn a great crowd – regardless of the weather! The Bike Show is a focal point for motorcycle enthusiasts attending the rally and everyone comes by. It draws unique show bikes from throughout the Midwest – and this year, we are offering a $500 in CASH PRIZES for the Best of Show and People’s Choice Awards – in addition to trophies and placards for show winners and participants. In 2019, with the additional space and convenient access, the show was easily our largest ride-in show ever! Thousands came through and enjoyed the shoreline show. Registration for the Bike Show is now open at www.ThunderRoadsOhio.com or ReasonsToRide.com Advance registration is DISCOUNTED – and you receive a FREE SHOW T-shirt for signing up in advance. Rumor has it that there’s even a new EXHIBITOR SHIRT being introduced with this show! Don’t miss out!

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VENDOR / EXHIBIT SPACE The new location offers even more opportunities for vendors and riding organizations to setup. After the success of 2019, the venue is offering even more expanded opportunities for those wishing to display during the Rally. The Marketplace Landing is traditionally used as a craft and outdoor vendor area all summer long – with easy electrical hookups and well-maintained pathways throughout. There are even options for indoor stalls that we can use for covered vendor spots! Historically, this area was home to an amusement park at the turn of the century and the covered areas were where they had indoor rides. A limited number of specially discounted spaces are available for artisan and craft vendors and displays. Riding Organizations and those hosting Rides, Rallies, or other events are invited to set up and share their information with those attending the rally. Special discounted rates are available for those setting up informational and non-retail displays. Additionally, charitable riding organization – including veterans and motorcycle ministries – are invited to come out and help us host the zone in exchange for opportunities to set up or host special hospitality areas for their riders and guests. In particular, we are looking for folks to help us park and direct bikes – especially on Saturday and Sunday. For more information, please email BikeShowInfo@gmail.com or call 440-273-8072. 32

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M nshiners and Motorcycles MOONSHINING BASICS

Is it LEGAL in Ohio?

And is it legal in Ohio?

It is illegal to produce Moonshine without the proper license in Ohio

Since we’ve started this feature, we’ve had a lot of people asking the same two basic questions - #1 What is Moonshining, and what’s involved? How does it work? #2 – Is it legal? What is Moonshining? Distillation is basically a process used to separate a mixture into base elements. Whether you are distilling water, vinegar, fuel, perfume, or alcohol, you are separating the vapors to collect only the part you want. A Distillation Unit, which can be called a moonshine still even if you're not making moonshine, works by boiling a liquid. This separates the "pieces" oh the liquid into different parts. You collect only the pieces you want and discard the rest. You can precisely decide which pieces you collect because each compound boils at a different temperature. There are two main different types of distilling methods depending on what you want for your final product. Pot distilling is what you use when you want to keep a lot of the flavors that you got from fermenting. Pot distilling is for making moonshine, whisky, rum, brandy, and fruit schnapps. Reflux distilling is what you use when you want something with a really high proof but as flavorless and odorless as possible. Vodka and fuel alcohol are made by using reflux distillation.

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If you’re planning to make moonshine you will need to get a license from the state of Ohio. A change in Ohio law in 2011 eased regulations regarding micro-distilleries in the state, and since then numerous small-batch producers have opened shop. Under Ohio law, the illegal manufacture of moonshine is a firstdegree misdemeanor, unless certain toxins are found in the product. If poisons are detected, it could raise the penalty to a fourth-degree felony. Under Ohio law, it. It is legal for individuals to produce wines, beer and hard cider, which have a substantially lower alcohol content. While individuals of legal drinking age may produce wine or beer at home for personal or family use, Federal law strictly prohibits individuals from producing distilled spirits at home (see 26 United States Code (U.S.C.) 5042(a)(2) and 5053(e)). Producing distilled spirits at any place other than a TTB-qualified distilled spirits plant can expose you to Federal charges for serious offenses and lead to consequences. PLEASE NOTE: Our column is meant to entertain and NOT provide LEGAL ADVICE. Please consult others – for current and more detailed explanations of the legality and intricacies of moonshining. Neither the author, publishers, or their sponsors are responsible for the accuracy of the information provided or the behavior of our readers.

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If your Heart Ain’t In It I haven’t written in a few months. I suffered two “Widow Maker” heart attacks on June 14th, 2021. That’s a reality check at 51 years old. I now have a couple of new stents in there, and an enlightened outlook on life. Laying in the hospital waiting to die at any minute really brings some things into perspective that’s for sure. It doesn’t get any more Real than that. There are so many things that go through your mind when something like that happens. The Club Life is one of them when you are as imbedded as I am. I’ve been Runnin and Gunnin hard for many years. I didn’t realize the toll it was taking on me. It happens so gradual you don’t even notice until it feels like you got shot in the chest with a 12 gauge. It turns out when they told us when we were young that we’d pay for it someday, they weren’t lying. I’ve had to really step back and take a look at what I’m doing to myself with the long hours, the stress of Leadership,

the miles and time invested. I know no moderation. It’s 100% or nothing. But now I get it. I’m actually human. I’m actually mortal. You know they say there are old bikers, and stupid bikers, but few old stupid bikers. Fortunately for me my Cardiologist said I have no permanent damage. If I take these 6 pills a day for maybe a year, quit acting like I’m 30, and focus on my health I can get through this ok. That doesn’t mean I can’t live the lifestyle I have chosen; it means learn moderation. Learn exception, not the rule.

much to learn, just as you may also. Take care of yourself! Give all you can, but if your heart ain’t in it, hang it up. My heart is not what it used to be, but it’s 100% Real.

I just spent the weekend with members of my club that have 2 months to 50 years in our patch. I’m thankful I got the opportunity, and it wasn’t at my funeral. Imagine that. 50 years. Incredible. My plan is to stick to it. I don’t really know any other life. But I plan to do it smarter. I will never make 50 years in this patch. It’s almost statistically impossible. But I have much to give, much to teach, and

My Road name is Tabasco, Keep it Real! Tabasco.tro@gmail.com

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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Bike Nite @ Mill Dam Corner Grille BIKE NITE AT MILL DAM!! .75 Cent World Famous Wings! $11 Buckets! Rain or shine this Show is a Go! Live at 5! 2 wheels or 4! Huge covered Patio with Bar! Mill Dam Corner Grille

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The Cleveland Eastside's BIGGEST and BEST Bike Night returns for 2021 w/ LIVE MUSIC and their great patio! But what really makes this Bike Night - is the crowd! Great folks - riding just about every bike imaginable! Customs, Vintage, and just about every make and model you can imagine! Zeppe's Tavern & Pizerria 11110 Kinsman Rd, Newbury OH 44065 9/01/21 06:00:PM Bike NITE @ Quaker Steak & Lube MILFORD! Every Wednesday 6-10pm BIKE NITES are BACK at QS&L! Live Music, Great Food, and plenty of GIVE-AWAYS! INCLUDING the chance to WIN a 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLE, sponsored by Eastgate H-D! Quaker Steak & Lube Milford 590 Chamber Dr, Milford OH 45150 kdonahoe@premierlube.com

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QS&L COLERAIN BIKE NIGHT The Queen City's BIGGEST and BEST Bike Night - Every Thursday in COLERAIN! Register for your chance to win a BRAND NEW HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLE from Queen City Harley-Davidson! Live Music! Great Food! Vendors! Giveaways... and of course, GREAT FOLKS!

9/02/21 06:00:PM The Hydrant Bike Night Weekly Bike Night - Every Thursday! w/ DJ Mikey Mike, Queen of Hearts, and great Food and Drink Specials! The Hydrant Pub & Grub 786 Front Street, Berea, OH 44017

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American Legion Riders 471 BIKE NIGHT Happy Hour Prices for Bikers, 50/50 Drawing, Raffles American Legion 471 950 Galia St., Portsmouth OH 45662 9/04/21 11:00:AM CRUISIN with the COPS for KIDS! Police escorted ride from RUBBER CITY H-D to the SUMMIT COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS. Pre-REGISTER by August 16th to receive a CUSTOM EVENT T-SHIRT for FREE! Complimentary Lunch provided for registered riders and guests. 50/50 Proceeds benefit SUMMIT COUNTY's CHRISTMAS with a COP program Rubber City Harley Davidson 1120 Main St Cuyahoga Falls, OH Rubber City Harley Davidson (330) 535-9900 rubbercity@rubbercityharley.com

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Throttle Company Bike Night Throttle Company Bike Night! SECOND Friday of the month, 6-9 April-October. Complete with a food truck! Thorttle Company 1130 West Mound St, Columbus, OH 43223 info@throttlecompany.com

Amherst Meadowlarks Motorcycle Club 6600 Crosse Rd, Amherst OH 44001 440-396-0473 9/05/21 05:00:PM Dawg Ugly Bike Nights Every Sunday, May 16 - Sept 19th. Live Music! Great back patio with outdoor stage! Dawg Ugly 121 S. Water St., Williamsport, OH April 740-243-5002 9/09/21 6:00:PM Smitty’s Tavern Bike Nights EVERY THURSDAY Cold beer, laid back atmosphere, great place to stop while out for a ride on the bike. Smitty's Tavern 55 North Main St, New Holland, OH Smitty’s Tavern (740) 495-5928 Colburnsabrina@yahoo.com

9/11/21 All Day Wreaths for Veterans Poker Run / Steak Fry American Legion Riders Sebring Post #76 395 California Ave, Sebring, OH 44672 9/11/21 10:00AM Cleveland Heritage Throwback Weekend Join us for a day of motorcycle fun and historical wonder. Enroll for a demo ride on one of BMW's new Heritage Motorcycles from the R18 line. Crawford Auto Aviation Museum 10825 East Blvd,Cleveland,Ohio,44106 Pamela 216-749-1363 sillsmotor@aol.com

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9/11/21 11:00AM Medina VFW 5137 - 9/11 Poker Run Poker Run and Pig Roast. First Bike Out 11am, Last Bike out at 12pm, prizes for best hand, 2nd best hand and worst hand Medina VFW 5137 330-725-0884 3916 Pearl Rd, Medina OH 9/11/2021 Sill's Motor Sales Company Heritage Tour Demo Event BMW Heritage Tour, hosted by Sills Motor Sales, heads the Crawford Auto Aviation Museum for demo rides. We will be bringing R 18s and R 18 Classics. Crawford Auto Aviation Museum 10825 East Blvd, Cleveland OH 216-749-1363 9/11/2021 11:45AM Ride to Flight 93 Memorial Come and join us as we take a ride to never forget those who gave the ultimate sacrifice on September 11th. Holy Trinity Church 342 West Main St, Ligonier PA Shaun Wood 724-516-4131

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9/12/21 10:00AM 20th Anniversary of Never Forget 9/11 - Cleveland Ohio Ceremony at Brook Park Veterans Memorial on Sylvia Drive between Engle Rd and Fry Rd (Near underpass of I-71). Staging begins at 8:30 AM and Ceremony begins at 10:00 AM, honoring the memory of September 11, 2001. Brook Park Ohio Veterans Memorial /9/11 Memorial Sylvia Drive,Brook Park,Ohio,44142 John 440-263-8121 kiksharley@aol.com 9/12/2021 8:45AM EROC Racing Osell Farms: The Haymaker Part of the Haymaker Race Series from Eastern Racing Offroad Championships Osell Farms 5096 Arbor Rd, Mechanicstown OH 44651 (330) 422-8034

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Breast Fest of Cincinnati

Bike NITE @ Quaker Steak & Lube MILFORD! Every Wednesday 6-10pm BIKE NITES are BACK at QS&L! Live Music, Great Food, and plenty of GIVE-AWAYS! INCLUDING the chance to WIN a 2021 HARLEY-DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLE, sponsored by Eastgate H-D! Quaker Steak & Lube Milford

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Breast Fest of Cincinnati is SW Ohio's & arguably Ohio's largest Bike Ride. 2020 will marks the 16th year for BF and its work for women with breast cancer. Jim and Jacks on the River 3456 River Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45204 Joy 513-787-6567 joyschrieber@gmail.com

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Bike Nights are back at STinger H-D! Food Truck, music, adult beverages, bikini bike wash, vendors, and MORE! Stinger Harley-Davidson 3053 Eastpointe Drive, Medina OH 44256 Alea Boron (330) 432-0802 Marketing@stingerhd.com 9/18/21 11:00:AM

9/14/21 6:00:PM EURO Bike Night at Grandview Yard The Heights of European technology and American Charm. The 2nd and 4th Tuesdays - April thru September 6 pm to 9 pm Grandview Yard 800 W. Goodale Blvd. Grandview Heights, OH 43212

9/18/21 06:00:PM 5th Annual Hotrods & Handlebars Meet and greet bike night come shop! GAMC 1540 Smith Road Akron Chooey 330-571-4595

The Dragon Fly Ride Oh it's happening! It will be back this year and we are in the process of finalizing the details including bands, food, and cost to ride. It will be our biggest Dragonfly Ride yet! Queen City Harley Davidson 5961 Dixie Highway Fairfield, OH 45014 Queen City Harley Davidson 513-813-8323 Info@queencityhd.com

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9/18/21 08:00:00 Hope Ride 2021 The ride will pass by 5 missing children's houses or last seen area. Stating in Avon ending at the HOPE Center on west 25th in Cleveland. The ride is to bring awareness for Ohio Missing Children and Adult. CLEVELAND FAMILY CENTER FOR MISSING CHILDREN AND ADULTS 2937 West 25th,Cleveland,Ohio,44113 BILL 2163462754 hoperide2021@gmail.com 9/18/21 12:00:00 Fallen Brothers Ride This is a chance to gather together and ride in Remembrance of those we've lost in the last year, or before. Ride in memory of a club member, a brother, sister, or best friend. Professional Firefighters Clubhouse 703 N. Bird Rd.,Springfield,Ohio,45503 Scott 937.545.2640 shaddix20@gmail.com

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9/18/21 09:00:00 Rockin' Rib Poker Run Rockin' Rib Poker run is up for the 7th year and back this year with a vengeance. All proceeds benefit Wayne County Safety First Bike Helmut Project for the kiddos! This is a fun circuit ending at Ugly Duck in Wooster with live music and a hog roast. $25 single rider/$35 double with early registrants receiving a T-shirt. Leroy's Bar & Grill 400 Palmer Street,Wooster,Ohio,44691 Linda 330-466-0083 linda.runion@aol.com 9/18/21 08:00:00 Hope Ride 2021 The ride will pass by 5 missing children's houses or last seen area. Stating in Avon ending at the HOPE Center on west 25th in Cleveland. The ride is to bring awareness for Ohio Missing Children and Adult. CLEVELAND FAMILY CENTER FOR MISSING CHILDREN AND ADULTS 2937 West 25th,Cleveland,Ohio,44113 BILL 2163462754 hoperide2021@gmail.com

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9/25/21 09:30:AM Horsepower For Heroes @ Stinger Harley-Davidson Stinger Harley-Davidson will be partnering with Healing Heroes with Horses to host the first annual Horsepower for Heroes Ride. Stinger Harley-Davidson

Kathy Kitchen Benefit Ride Kathy Kitchen Benefit Ride Akron Zulu 921 Clay Street, Akron OH Mr. Biggz 330-808-4057

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Dean Attkins Suicide Awareness Run Dean Attkins Suicide Awareness Run! Sunday September 19th 2021, benefit to honor Dean Attkins who passed away due to suicide. This event is used to bring awareness as well as honor a lost brother. Join us and help celebrate his life as well as your own! 884 Hunter St W, Logan, OH 43138

9/25/21 09:00:AM Hale's Harley Davidson Swap Meet Saturday September 25th join us at Hale's Harley-Davidson for a FREE SWAP MEET! Set up is FREE & begins at 9am. Do you have old parts you have laying around the garage & can't figure out what to do with? Hale's Harley Davidson 1400 Harrington Memorial Rd Mansfield, OH 44903 Hale's Harley Davidson

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9/25/21 10:00:AM 3rd Annual Critter Run We will be riding out of the American Legion James Dickey Post 23. Registration starts at 10am. KSU at 11:30am and will return to American Legion. Cost $20 for individual rider $25 for double *Includes lunch upon return* Sons of the American Legion, #23 705 Court St., Portsmouth OH

9/25/2021 11:00AM Quaker Steak and Lube Milford Bike Show Quaker Steak and Lube - Milford 590 Chamber Dr, Milford OH 45150 513-831-5823 10/02/2021 8:45AM EROC Racing Area 330 Thumper Part of the Haymaker Race Series from Eastern Racing Offroad Championships Area 330 Thumper 4800 Chase Rd, Carrolton OH 44615

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FUNNY STUFF BECAUSE EVERYONE NEEDS A GOOD LAUGH NOW AND THEN...

A Southern biker was visiting a Yankee relative in Boston over the holidays. He went to a large party and met a pretty co-ed. He was attempting to start up a conversation with the line, "Where does you go to school?" The coed, of course, was not overly impressed with his grammar or southern drawl, but did answer his question. "Yale," she replied. The biker took a big, deep breath and shouted, "WHERE DOES YOU GO TO SCHOOL?" A backwoods, mountain-bred, engineering student was walking on campus one day when another mountain-reared, engineering student rode up on a shiny new motorcycle. "Where did you get such a rockin' bike?" asked the first. The second engineer replied, "Well, I was walking along yesterday minding my own business when a beautiful woman rode up on this bike. She threw the bike to the ground, took off all her clothes and said, 'Take what you want'". The second engineer nodded approvingly. "Good choice, the clothes probably wouldn't have fit".

A tough looking group of Bikers were out riding when they saw a girl about to jump off a bridge so they stopped. The leader, a big burly man gets off his bike and says "what are you doing?" "I'm going to commit suicide" she said While he did not want to appear insensitive, he didn't want to miss an opportunity so he asked..."well before you jump, why don't you give me a kiss?" So she does....And it was a long deep lingering kiss. After she's finished, the biker says, " Wow! That was the best kiss I have ever had. That's a real talent you are wasting. You could be famous. Why are you committing suicide?" "My parents don't like me dressing up like a girl"

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Chorizo Hash and Eggs Serves 4 (or 2 hungry bikers) 2 lg potatoes, diced to ½” chunks ½ tsp salt 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 onion, thinly sliced 1 tbsp garlic, minced 1 red or yellow bell pepper, seeded, diced to ½” chunks 4 ounces chorizo, thinly sliced 1 lg tomato, diced to ½ chunks ¼ tsp black pepper ¼ tsp cumin ½ tsp chili powder 4 large eggs 2 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro Place potatoes in a pot, cover with 1 inch of water, stir in 1/2 tsp. salt and bring to a boil.

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Reduce heat and simmer until tender, drain Warm oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat, and add onion and garlic, cook until tender. Add in the bell pepper, chorizo and tomato, cook, stirring often, until pepper is soft. (the chorizo may crumble apart but its ok, just mix it in) Stir in potatoes, season with salt, pepper, cumin and chili powder, mix well and cook, stirring occasionally, until potatoes begin to brown Reduce heat to medium and press mixture firmly into the pan and allow it to cook until it crisp on the bottom. Preheat broiler to high then break eggs onto hash and then place pan under broiler Cook until whites are set.

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