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Letter From The Owner...................................................3 The Positive Shift............................................................4 Not Politically Correct......................................................5 Road Tales ......................................................................6 Readers Rides...............................................................10 Veterans Corner............................................................12 Jason the Lawyer..........................................................14 Biker Preacher..............................................................15 Thundercam................................................16 Sport Touring.................................................................18 2022 Thunder Run.........................................................20 Calendar........................................................................22 Iron & Imk......................................................................24 Hot Rod Topics..............................................................26 Thundercam..................................................................27 ABATE........................................................................29 Moto Camping...............................................................30 Jody Mo’s Thunder Fun................................................33 Bullet Points..................................................................34 Bike Nights....................................................................36 Joker’s Wild.................................................................38 Biker Friendly Directory................................................39 Event Calendar..............................................................40 Sponsor Listing..............................................................44

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STAFF THUNDER ROADS MAGAZINE OF MICHIGAN STATE OWNER / PUBLISHER Jody Mohowitsch “Jody Mo” P.O. Box 1782, Midland, MI 48641-1782 Cell 989-615-5757 / Fax 866-678-2423 JodyMohowitsch@gmail.com

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LETTER FROM THE OWNER Happy 4th of July! I hope everyone has a great 4th of July! You know that when I was a kid my parents told me the fireworks were for me, because my birthday is on July 4th. I think that may have been a fun joke to them, but when I was about 10 yrs old and bragging to my cousin how nice it was that the fireworks were just for me it was a bit embarrassing to find out otherwise lol. Well nevertheless it is a fun day and a day to celebrate! This year I turn 45 years young and also this month marks the 10 year anniversary of publishing Thunder Roads Magazine of Michigan. It is truly hard to believe how fast time flies by, especially when you’re having fun. It has been a great road, filled with ups and downs and both good times and not so good, but what doesn’t kill ya makes you stronger and I sure feel strong these days ha ha ha. As many of you know I have been traveling all over the nation for Harley working some Big Events and really enjoying this venture. It has been so nice to run into many people at some of the local events as well, always good to see familiar faces and make new friends too. I hope you are all enjoying the changes to the magazine hard copy as well as digital and the new and improved social media presence. If you have a business and are interested in advertising or becoming part of the team you can also go to ReasonsToRide.com. It is the one stop shop. Where you can find out more info on most anything or post your event or even manage an upcoming show or event through this site. Get on board NOW with your business and save extra for signing up NOW even if it’s just a business subscription, which is only $20 mth. Make sure to check out the website ThunderRoadsMichigan.com for all your needs related to Motors, Lakes and Trails. I appreciate my loyal advertisers and readers support, thanks to you, Thunder Roads Magazine is still the #1 Free motorcycle magazine in the state. Don’t miss a single issue of Thunder Roads Magazine of Michigan, subscribe today for only $35 (12 issues) at ThunderRoadsMichigan.com or mail check / money order to PO Box 1782 in Midland, MI 48641-1782. Now for some “Mo” Advice: Never Stop Believing! Keep the Faith, Count your Blessings and be Grateful for all the Good things you have in Your Life… Do this and you will receive More! Thoughts Become Things.

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The Positive Shift

Mindshift - What You Need to Succeed What does it take to push yourself over your limits? To be successful, you must believe in yourself. It’s a process known as “Mindshift.” It’s about trusting your intuition and thinking that you can, and that nothing is impossible if you’re ready to face the next opportunity with the correct mental preparation. It’s a process and takes practice. If you can think negatively all the time, you can replace it and think positively all the time. It’s a journey of self-awareness and conditioning your mind to behave in the manner you desire. The next crucial step is to learn; to overcome the hurdles by putting in a tiny amount of effort, every day. Promise yourself that you can accomplish it, not for others, not for fame, power, or status, but because you have a dream that you awake in the mornings thinking of, keeps you awake at night, and motivates you to take another step forward.

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Uncertainties are to be expected. They are, in reality, an indication that you are on the correct route. When you chart new territory, you’re uncomfortable because you’re growing and it’s somewhere you’ve never been before. You can’t always look to the left, right, up, and down for external confirmation of your decisions. Remember, if you don’t like what you are doing or how things are going, change it. You are in control of your success, no one else is. I would add that if you feel you can, you’re already on your way, and to practice EVERY DAY. Anything you imagine in your mind and heart is achievable if you are prepared to put forth the effort. Until then, the confidence you need, must come from within. Believe in YOUSELF! ~ Stacie René

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NOT POLITICALLY CORRECT

My Fellow Patriots and Riders, Well I did it; I will be on the Ballot in August running for Michigan House in the new 99th District. My biggest opponent is a State Trooper, of course he has a perfect record and he was on all the committee’s and there’s nothing wrong with that. He also has a Trump endorsement and to that I say I’m sorry. The only endorsement I am looking for is from the people. The Trump endorsement right now in Michigan does not really mean anything you can buy one from the dirty GOP. Even though I like Trump and would like to see him in office again I have not met him, talked to him or had any interaction with him and President Trump can’t vote for me or anyone else in Michigan. I am asking for the people’s vote because they are who I will be working for. I am a very big supporter of the second amendment and will continue to do so. Our Education system is a shamble Common Core must go along with CRT. The mental health system in this state is severely lacking and now that we are finding more and more cities with lead pipes, it’s getting worse just like our PFAS problem in Oscoda. The water contamination has gone from Wurtsmith AFB to Lake Huron. The residents have been asking and fighting for the last 14 years to get the DOD to clean up their own mess and still nothing! I have noticed that ABATE, MCOC and MRF are supporting other candidates. I do hope they support me, because I actually ride (over 50 years). The last insurance laws that were passed put the screws to us riders and yes that NEEDS to change. I would also like to see anti-profiling laws here in Michigan. We need to think down the road, not only as we ride, but what are we going to leave our children and grandchildren. “You Get What You Pay For” Like our road repairs the state generally uses the lowest bidder and within a few years that same road has to be repaired. It’s time we set new higher standards for what we want and need and STOP using the “Lowest Bidder”. As for holding office nobody’s perfect and we all make mistakes, but in my 63 years I have a more diversified background to draw from than any other candidate. So my life experience gives me the ability to understand what the voter’s really want, because I can relate to their needs. “The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy”. -Dr. Martin Luther King As always be Safe and God Bless

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THE IRON COWBOY As we head into July we find ourselves hitting the heart of the summer riding season. People are hitting the road on their bikes, the lakes with their boats, and the trails with their ATV’s and SxS’s. And for us, we are hitting the road with our event trailers for our first hosted events of the season in Michigan.

IRON & INK BIKE NIGHT TATTOO PARTY ARSENAL HARLEY-DAVIDSON Wednesday, July 6th 5p-8p

While we promote, cover, and even help out with countless rides, rallies, and other events all year – these ones represent the crew hosting our signature events with our partners. On Wednesday, July 6th, we will head to ARSENAL HARLEYDAVIDSON in Waterford for the IRON & INK BIKE NIGHT TATTOO PARTY! The Iron & Ink Tattoo Parties are fun events where people have a chance to show off their tattoos and share a little about their meaning and experience – if they want to. For those without tattoos or thinking of getting one, it’s a chance to see the work of artists from throughout the area and see what their clients think. In many cases, the actual artists are on hand as well to talk about their work and maybe hear your ideas about your next piece. And then, there’s an informal voting process where people vote for their favorite pieces in different categories such as Black and Gray, Color, Back, and even Military or Patriotic Tattoos. Trophies and awards are also given out for BEST PIECE and BEST OVERALL CANVAS. And if the artists are on site, they also can win trophies when their clients do! It’s all really informal and laid back – and folks just have a great time. There’s also live music from KICKIN’ ROCKS, food trucks, and even ice cold beverages served. There are RAFFLES and DOOR PRIZES as well! You can even win $500 just for voting for your favorite tattoos! For more information visit our facebook page – www.Facebook.com/ThunderRoadsMichigan. You can register in advance at www.ThunderRoadsMichigan.com – and get a FREE Iron & Ink T-Shirt if you’re one of the first 30 to do so! If you’re an artist or have a studio – we’d invite you to come out and join the party. If you come out with the magazine, we can get you set up and even arrange that all your clients are sponsored – FREE OF CHARGE! For more information on this, just email us at Info@ReasonsToRide.com

ReasonsToRide.com Championship Bike Show Series Then we head up 75 to Vehicle City Harley-Davidson for our first Michigan stop on the ReasonsToRide.com Championship Bike Show Series. This is an informal ride in Bike Show that welcomes all bikes, all makes, and all models. This isn’t a museum like showing of trailer queens, this is a chance for folks to show off their rides or garage projects. We want to see them all! We will be awarding TROPHIES and PLACARDS to the bikes getting the most votes from those attending and our designated judges. There will be music, food, and beverages for everyone. We encourage everyone to register in advance for the Bike Show as well. You can reserve your space, get a discount, and even get a FREE T-Shirt as well! How cool is that?! Both events are fund raisers for our WARRIOR FUND, through which we help support local riding organizations and events aimed at making a difference in the community. 6

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VEHICLE CITY HARLEY-DAVIDSON BIKE NIGHT BIKE SHOW, Friday, July 22nd 6p-9p presented by THUNDER ROADS MICHIGAN You can register for both events at ThunderRoadsMichigan.com ATTENTION RIDING ORGANIZATIONS and VENDORS – We’d love to have you come out and join us at various events throughout the year. In many cases, we have special THUNDER ZONES set up – for vendors and local riding organizations to set up. This includes BIKE NIGHTS in Michigan, Rallies in Ohio, and so much more! SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES for those interested in coming out to the EASYRIDER RODEO in FOWLERVILLE, August 19-21. We will have a special THUNDER ZONE AREA and TATTOO AREAS for artists and studios interested in coming out. Email us at BikeShowInfo@gmail.com for more information. ReasonsToRide.com/Michigan We’ve teamed up with ReasonsToRide.com to kick our digital presence up to a whole new level. While everyone love to hold the magazine and feel the pages in your hands – there are still a lot of cool things that you can do while online. And our new digital edition offers more interactive features than ever before! You can click through on your favorite ads to see facebook pages and websites for the ride stops and events. You can register for rides, bike shows, get concert tickets, and even post up your own events right on our own website! They will show up there online – and in the pages of this magazine (if time and space allow). Check it out and let us know what you think! You can email me directly at Derek@ReasonsToRide.com

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Follow us on Facebook at THUNDER ROADS MICHIGAN for updates, photos, and more - updated DAILY. www.facebook.com/ThunderRoadsMichigan KUDOS to SHIELDED SOULS: Making a difference in the WAR on Trafficking Shielded Souls LE/MC is a non-profit riding organization that looks to provide support to veterans and local law enforcement. With chapters across Michigan, they have looked for ways to make a difference as an organization. In looking into how to fight child abuse and trafficking as effectively as possible, Craig Bogart, Shielded Souls President, said they quickly realized that funding a K-9 unit specializing in finding electronic devices was their best course of action. “The best way we could find that we could help was to purchase one of these dogs and place him,” Bogart said. “Shielded Souls has a lot of members, but if we worked every day, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, we couldn’t do the amount of good that this dog could do with one bust.” Through a variety of events and fund raising efforts, they raised over $12,000 to cover the cost of a dog and training. They identified the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department for not only receiving the dog but to assume the ongoing costs such as a specialized vehicle, equipment, and of course an Officer – or in this case, a Deputy – to partner with the dog. So, on May 27th Deputy James Leidel of the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department completed his training with STRETCH – an American yellow Labrador. It was a 12 week training program for Stretch – with Leidel coming in for the final two weeks. OFFICIAL RELEASE: From Monroe County Sherrif Troy Goodnough Monroe County Sheriff Troy Goodnough announces the addition of Stretch and his handler, Deputy James Liedel to the Sheriff’s Office K-9 Team. Stretch is an American yellow Labrador Retriever born on July 15, 2020. Stretch is considered a Red Labrador as his color is dark. Stretch is certified in electronic device detection, which includes sim cards, SD cards, flash drives, computers, tablets, hard drives and cell phones. Electronic devices are a main source of information related to human trafficking investigations. With that being said, Stretch will be used in a variety of law enforcement related activities including being a member of the Sheriff’s Office VIPER Task force and utilized in all human trafficking related investigations. Stretch is the third certified electronic detection canine in the state of Michigan. The other two canines belong to the Michigan State Police in Lansing. The services of Stretch and Deputy Liedel will be made available to all law enforcement agencies in the State of Michigan upon request. The Sheriff would like to thank the Shielded Souls Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club for their generous donation. The donation covered the purchase of Stretch and all the costs related to his training at the Todd Jordan K-9 Academy in Indiana. Deputy Liedel participated in a highly intensive two-week handler course at the end of the 12week academy with Stretch. Stretch was released to the Sheriff’s Office following him and Deputy Liedel’s certification on May 27, 2022. The Shielded Souls named Stretch after WWW.THUNDERROADSMICHIGAN.COM

a distinguished fallen member of their club who was one of the driving forces behind the fundraising event to support the canine. This electronic device canine would not have been a reality absent their significant donation. Members of the Shielded Souls recently met at the Sheriff’s Office for a meet, greet, and photograph with Stretch. 7 THUNDER ROADS MAGAZINE MICHIGAN

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RE ADER’S RIDES Readers Rides- Ron Midland, MI 1948 Indian Chief- 74 cubic inch (1200cc) 3 speed transmission. This was a 3 year restoration project. I was the fourth owner, which were all from Michigan. I did most of the mechanical work myself. The paint was done by Denny Getgood. I’m 61 yrs old and have been retired now for 5 years, after 33 yrs of employment. I really enjoy tinkering with bikes. One picture is what the Indian looked like when I purchased it. It is a totally different ride than the newer bikes. It has a left foot clutch, right hand shift, left hand throttle and a right hand spark advance. There are a lot of things going on just to get down the road…after you kick started it!

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VETERANS CORNER Happy 4th of July Happy 4th of July all my Veteran riders, I know that this month if you are not aware we are doing the ground breaking ceremony in D.C, for the National Desert Storm War Memorial on 14th of July. Many of us will be riding into D.C. - (I am a Desert Shield/Storm & Iraq/Afghanistan Veteran). I am proud to have served my country and would do it again. So, I would like to enlighten some of the Women Veteran’s and Desert Storm Memorial in my future articles along with things that can help all our Veteran’s here in Michigan and hopefully everywhere in the United States. There are several resources that can help out our veteran’s here in Michigan one of them is: Stand Downs Stand Downs are typically one- to three-day events providing supplies and services to homeless Veterans, such as food, shelter, clothing, health screenings and VA Social Security benefits counseling. Veterans can also receive referrals to other assistance such as health care, housing solutions, employment, substance use treatment and mental health counseling. They are collaborative events, coordinated between local VA Medical Centers, other government agencies and community-based homeless service providers. Below are upcoming Stand Downs. New events are added regularly, so check this page often for updates. To add upcoming Stand Downs not listed below, please submit a notice of proposed event form to the VA Homeless Coordinator or VA Stand Down point of contact (POC) at your local VA Medical Center. New Veteran Resource Service for Michigan Veterans The Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency is hard at work connecting those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces with the benefits they have earned. The MVAA is here to help veterans navigate the challenges of getting connected to federal, state, and local veteran services, no matter how they come in contact with the State of Michigan. The Veteran Resource Service Center is helping veterans and their families retrieve their military documents, navigate veteran benefit programs and find services to assist in their communities. While making these connections seems simple, it is often impossible to navigate the system alone. Many women who served are not aware of their eligibility and have not applied for the money set aside for pensions, disability benefits, health care, education, spousal support, and burial. Visit http://www. michiganveterans.com/ or call 1-800-MICH-VET (800-6424838) to find out more.Forgotten Eagles of Michigan http:// forgotteneagles.org/

on any given day? Between 560 to 646 are women veterans. The help is there it’s getting the veterans the help. The problem is most vets don’t trust the government, or VA. So how can we change that? That is a good question? How do we get our veterans the help they need? Well first off if you know a vet that in trouble and needs help talk to them and give them this info; use this link http://vafvets.org/resources-vetera/links/ it will give you a list of help for veterans. Veterans Crisis Line The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Veterans Health Administration (VHA) has established a national Veterans Crisis Line to ensure that Veterans in emotional crisis have free, 24/7 access to trained counselors. To operate the hotline, the VA partnered with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. Veterans, family members and friends can call the lifeline number, 800-273TALK (8255) and press “1” to be routed to the hotline and speak to a counselor about any issue that is creating a crisis situation in his or her life. State Hunting and Fishing Eligibility: Michigan provides for eligible resident disabled Veterans and former prisoners of war to receive a fishing license, hunting license, fur taker permit, deer permit, wild turkey permit, wetlands habitat stamp or any combination of these licenses free of charge. More information can be found at https:// militaryhuntingandfishing.com/michigan/ (Part 2 of this article will appear in the August Issue of Thunder Roads Michigan)

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THE THE MOTORCYCLE MOTORCYCLE LAWYER LAWYER ON ON THE THE LAW LAW WRECK CAUSED BY NEGLIGENT USE OF "TAR SNAKE" MATERIAL Motorcycle season is also road repair season. Unfortunately, every year we get many calls regarding motorcycle wrecks that involve road defects within road construction zones.

I think most motorcyclists have heard of “Tar Snakes.” These are the black rubbery and squiggly lines in the roadway when road construction crews fill cracks.

You Can Help! If anyone works in the industry and can point to additional product guidelines that state, This is not a proper use of crack filler material, please contact us.

The crack filling material has a rubber base. The product is heated to a liquid form and then poured into roadway cracks. The rubbery aspect of the product is important because when water gets into a crack and freezes it is important that the product can expand. Literature that I have read typically states that crack filling material is only supposed to be used on cracks no more than 3 inches wide. I am presently representing a motorcyclist who went down and was injured because this crackfilling material was used to fill the rumble strips on the shoulder of the road. The construction crew shifted the lane halfway on the shoulder which put rumble strips in the middle of the temporary construction traffic lane. Below, you can see the actual tar snake in question.

It is my position that this product should not have been used in this situation. The length and width of the rumble strips exceeded the safe 3” best practice, and the product was used in a curve, which is especially dangerous. In every construction road defect case, I point to the Standard Specifications of Construction and The Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, which states that road construction crews must make construction zones safe for all traffic, INCLUDING motorcycles. I always make the defendants admit their awareness of the latter.

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I also explained the case in a recent Facebook LIVE video for Ask the Motorcycle Lawyer (at the 5:30 mark) and show the photographs of the hazard they created. This Tar Snake case is just one of the interesting cases I am working on. When you join my Facebook group, Ask the Motorcycle Lawyer, l not only can you learn about more cases like this that you cannot see anywhere else but also, you join a supportive community of fellow bikers, and you will get the first crack at free tickets to the Tigers (two rows back from home plate), and exclusive access to ask me, The Motorcycle Lawyer, any burning legal, insurance, and other questions. Go to Facebook and search Ask the Motorcycle Lawyer. Our page should be the first choice; look for me walking from the bike.

Our $20,000 Motorcycle Giveaway This year we doubled down from our prior year’s motorcycle giveaway. For 2022, we are offering you a chance to win a brand new $20,000 motorcycle of your choice. To enter to win, details and for rules, visit our website: MotorcycleLawyerMichigan.com Attorney Jason Waechter is nationally known as THE Motorcycle Lawyersm. His Michigan law firm specializes in handling motorcycle accident cases. He has secured multiple million-dollar settlements, verdicts, and awards for his clients over the past 26 years. Call attorney Waechter for free advice or free case evaluation at: 1-877-Biker-Law or visit MotorcycleLawyerMichigan.com WWW.THUNDERROADSMICHIGAN.COM

Biker Preacher’s Corner Hello, my brothers and sisters! I pray you’re having an excellent riding season so far! I know for me I’m gearing up for a big bike trip with some of my brothers from VBCI and preparing to head to the UK later this year to visit our churches there; VBC Cornwall and VBC Scotland. I’m also working on another church plant in Blackpool, England. Very exciting times!! There is one thought I had on my mind for this month; because the Lord wanted me to write about this phrase. Let the redeemed of the Lord say so. That thought, statement leads me to a very important question. Are you redeemed – born again? Let me explain the question. Psalm 107:2 says “Let the redeemed of the LORD say so, whom He has redeemed from the hand of the enemy,” The word redeemed means: to gain or regain possession of (something) in exchange for payment. Let me put this in perspective, without writing a whole theological book on sin and redemption. Right at the very beginning Satan (formerly known as Lucifer – who wanted to take over God’s throne) was tossed out of Heaven for his pride. So, what does he do? He manipulated the mother of the human race (Eve) to eat the ‘apple’ and her husband Adam also ate it. In doing so they gave up their God given authority over the planet Earth to Satan. This was the first sin. This is why Jesus, the Son of God, had to come. To restore our, mankind’s, relationship with God the Father and to reestablish God’s original calling and authority for us, mankind. How does God redeem us? Good question. Romans 5:8 tells us. Romans 5:8 (TPT): But Christ proved God’s passionate love for us by dying in our place while we were still lost and ungodly! Ya see there was no other way for us, mankind, to be saved. The only payment that could be paid was the sinless blood of the Lamb of God, Christ Jesus, had to be spilled and His life given as the one and only redemptive price for our salvation. Jesus didn’t stay dead though – He arose again on the third day and ascended back into Heaven and is sitting at the right hand of God the Father praying for you and me right now. How can you be redeemed? Romans 10:9-11 tells us. Romans 10:9–11 9 If you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 One believes with the heart, resulting in righteousness and one confesses with the mouth, resulting in salvation. 11 For the Scripture says, Everyone who believes on him will not be put to shame, So, the first step is to believe in your heart that Jesus is God, that He died for your sins and rose again. Then based on your faith in Christ Jesus confession with your mouth Jesus is Lord. You are saved. Finally, tell others of how God saved you and what He has done for you. Also, find a good bible based church – if you can’t make it to Victory Biker Church. God loves you bikers and so do I Much Love & Respect, Apostle Brian “BMAN” McKay Senior Pastor, International President & Founder Victory Biker Church International apostlebman@victorybikerchurch.org www.victorybikerchurch.org

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Sport Touring Corner By Norm Kern, MSTA Editor / ReasonsToRide.com Contributor MSTA FlyBy Week 2022 Motorcycle Sport Touring Association's largest regional rally returns to Marietta, Ohio, Monday, August 22 - Sunday, August 28, offering outstanding sport touring routes, scenery, fine dining, and social time in a location that is easily reachable from any direction. Lasting a full week, attendees are free to come as early as they wish, stay a few days or the whole week.

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With" forms. Here's how it works: 1. Circle your riding choices on the form- it takes less than a minute. Add your preferred contact information at the bottom. Leave your form on the stack of completed forms at registration for others to view. 2. Browse other riders' forms and use your phone to take pictures of the ones you want to connect with for easy reference. 3. Connect- Call, text or email others you're interested in riding with. What's new for 2022 New Venue- Comfort Suites Marietta, located at 202 Cherry Tree Lane, Marietta, OH,45750, is an all-suite facility. Each suite has a

Every day is a riding day, with social time in the evenings. Most attendees arrive on Thursday, ride for two days and go home on Sunday. Saturday is the biggest riding day, so if you only come for the weekend, you'll still have a great day of riding with lots of fun folks. If you come early, Monday-Wednesday, you will enjoy a relaxed, small rally atmosphere where it's very easy 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

full-size pull-out sofa and features a mini-fridge, microwave, coffee maker and flat screen TV. Free full, hot breakfast buffet each morning. Free on-site guest laundry. Heated saltwater pool and hot tub are open 24/7. Camping: Multiple options are available nearby. Outdoor Lounge: Tuesday-Saturday, 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-Friday features nightly Dinner Tours to nice restaurants in downtown Marietta. We carpool and use a trolley

West Virginia. 2207-03.jpg There are more than twenty official road and six adventure routes 2207-04.jpg to choose from or you can create your own, go sightseeing or whatever strikes your fancy. While there are no large organized group rides, you can ride solo, with friends in small groups or use our new "Find People to Ride

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bus 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. There are no included meals for 2022, as many attendees prefer to ride long routes on the weekend and would rather catch a bite to eat

Extra Free Therapeutic Massage- LMT Anne-Marie La France of Morganton, North Carolina, will be on hand Thursday-Saturday to provide free twenty minute mini-massages and full paid sessions. Bike Wash- Water hoses, towels etc. will be available. MSTA member and detailing expert Jeremy Riffle, owner of Vehicle Enhancements, Inc, Dayton, Ohio, will be on hand with tools and detailing supplies, ready to help and answer your questions about cleaning and finish protection for your bike. For full info and registration, visit https://flybyweek.com or contact event coordinator Norm Kern at nkern@kernvideo.com. Event registration: http://c.planetreg.com/flybyweek2022

on the fly. If you want something quick nearby there is Wings Etc, a sports bar with an extensive menu of good food- it's located just across the lane from the hotel. Saturday Night Closing CeremonyFlyBy Week's closing ceremony will feature door prizes from Lemon & Barrett's Motorsports of Parkersburg, West Virginia.

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RIDE STOPS THROUGHOUT THE MIDWEST AND AT NATIONAL RALLIES AND EVENTS! OVER 1,000 WINNERS IN 2019 OVER 50 EACH MONTH!

Thunder Roads Michigan (TRM) is proud to present the 2022 THUNDER RUN powered by ReasonsToRide.com - a state-wide, summer-long riding challenge with YEAR-ROUND opportunities to WIN by hitting the coolest riding destinations and events across Michigan! 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 MICHIGAN 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 ThunderRun@ReasonsToRide.com Checking in at Ride Events! Throughout the year, the 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 Ohio and Indiana motorcycle events. Anywhere the ROAD 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, Thunder Run 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 MICHIGAN!” Special prizes each month are allocated for these check-in’s and the stop itself can win – if applicable. Selected “MAKE YOUR OWN RIDE STOP’s” have a chance to win up to $5,000 in prizes – and each posting increases their chances to win! In such cases, the person(s) nominating the Stop with their check-in is also eligible for additional prizes as well.

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

1. Get your Ride Card! (Online at ThunderRoadsMichigan.com, at an Event, or at some Ride Stops!) You can also check in without a Card – using Facebook. 2. Like Thunder Roads Michigan and Reasons To Ride 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. Some stops offer special incentives and prizes for folks with Ride Cards, at other locations you just check in by posting to your Facebook page. 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.ThunderRoadsMichigan.com. Simply head to the 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 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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*Model- Jody “Mo” Mohowitsch *Bike Owner- Chris Puhlman *Bike- 1995 Harley-Davidson Heritage Softail *Photographer- Rob Blasdell of Points of View Photography

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HOT ROD’S TOPICS July issue already getting published!?! The summer riding season is upon us and going fast! There are so many things to do and so many awesome fund-raising events that it’s impossible to go to all of them. Our Foundation is very active and our members are doing what they can to help out. Yes, there are some who aren’t always available to participate because of family or special events that they have been going to for years and yet you always have special members who are dedicated to our cause and are always there and can be counted on. We have been blessed with caring and loving families who have hearts as big as watermelons and care about organizations that help those in need. They never blink when it’s time to work! We just finished with one of our big events at the Milan Community Fair. We had so many people stop by and recognize our mission for Motorcycle Awareness and Suicide Prevention that hopefully we did make a difference in the community recognizing that “You are NOT alone” and there is help available with our information and supplies we had at our booth. April was National Child Abuse Prevention Month and in an effort to raise awareness and support this cause, Hot Rods Motorcycle Awareness and Suicide Prevention Foundation, our nonprofit based in Milan, worked with the Foster Care / Children’s Protective Services in Lenawee County to gather supplies for a “Grab and Go” bag program. Our members did an awesome job gathering backpacks, duffel bags, art supplies, hygiene products, blankets, small toys, stuffed animals and McDonald gift cards. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services really appreciated our efforts and the donations. Thanks to the The Daily Telegram in Adrian for placing an article in your newspaperthis really warmed our hearts. All bikers know what it’s like to be looked at differently when we dress in our protective gear, wear our vests with patches all over them, have tattoos or whatever, but you will not find a more caring, exceptional, giving group of individuals anywhere in any organization than bikers. You are special and much appreciated. May God bless us all! May the road rise to meet you and the wind always be at your back. Hot Rod

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Registration for trophies and prizes available at the entrance! Judging done by the public only. For questions about the bike show, contact Ranger Rick at (517) 803-7650. Classic car and 4x4 inquires may be sent to bdenby@livgov.com or michellesoli@yahoo.com

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• HIMARS Rocket Launcher • MRAP Armored Vehicle Participants are welcome to join in parade and fireworks. Parade line-up at 6:00 pm (VFW)

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If anyone has any questions or if I can be of legal assistance to you or yours don’t hesitate to call me at (248-569-4646) or e-mail at Dondi@buckfirelaw.com. Also, I give presentations to organizations state-wide and there is never a charge to have me out. If anyone has any questions or if I can be of legal assist ance to you or yours don’t hesitate to call me at (248-569-4646) or e-mail at Dondi@buckfirelaw. com. Also, I give presentations to organizations state-wide and there is never a charge to have me out.

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MOTO CAMPING : OHIO BIKE WEEK Riding from Michigan to visit the Midwest’s Largest Motorcycle Event Brendan Farren, MotoCamping Editor ReasonsToRide.com It’s fair to say that if you own a motorcycle you’ve heard of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in South Dakota and Daytona Bike Week and like me, you’ve probably been to both or even one or the other. This year I was surprised and happy to learn Ohio has it’s very own bike week (yes Ohio) they hold in Sandusky, right on the shores of Lake Erie. Furthermore, they report that it’s the “Midwest’s Largest Motorcycle Event”! Upon learning about the rally and also wanting to try out my new tent somewhere close to home, I hopped online to look into camping near there so I could check this event out. Any Michigander knows about Cedar Point in Sandusky so I figured the camping options would be plentiful. I clicked on a few websites and while most places seemed like fairly decent places for fun and families, I was not feeling the love or enthusiasm I was hoping to for Ohio Bike Week patrons, that is until I came across Crystal Rock Campground in Sandusky. This place looked perfect. I made my reservations online for a primitive tent site and began counting down the days. In the days leading up to the event I did my standard bike checks and decided to replace my rear tire and change oil just to be on the safer side of this and not have to write about how I didn’t follow my own advice to you readers. (I have to throw in a thank you to Hunt’s Hog Shop in Lansing for coming through on the tire mount). The night before, I grabbed my gear and ‘Bones’ my plastic skeleton sidekick I take on most trips, and loaded the bike. Crystal Rock Campground was less than a three hour ride avoiding the turnpike and was enjoyable to see some of Ohio’s smaller towns and farmland. I arrived at the campground a bit

earlier than expected and a couple hours before official check in times. I went into the front office to see if my site was available and met the one of the owners, Heidi. Heidi was super friendly and informative about what was going on in the area mentioning repeatedly how happy they were to host bikers for the rally. She handed me a Thunder Roads Ohio magazine and pocket rally guide and told me some of my Thunder Road Ohio counterparts were staying onsite as well, albeit in the cabins glamping it up. Seriously though I was eager to meet the Ohio team. Crystal Rock Campground has ANY type of camp site you are looking for from primitive tent like I almost always use, all the way up to cabins with ac and electric and everything in between. They have hot showers and the facilities are clean and maintained very well. You can buy firewood there and they have a small general store which has snacks, drinks, small souvenirs and even some often overlooked items like bug spray and shampoo etc. I was pleased to find things reasonably priced and not crazy high like you might expect to find at a camp store. Heidi got me all checked in and I rode to my site H5. I met my neighbor who was very outgoing and had been going to the event since it started years ago. I spent a couple evenings and a rainstorm just shooting the bull with him he was a treasure trove of information for the event and it was fun to run into him and his group in town at the event. I have to say I was thoroughly impressed with my new tent. After losing my Vuz-Moto any tent I bought after would have some substantial shoes to fill. After some research I was debating on either the Lone Rider or the Wolf Walker. I like to have the bike “garage” on my tent as I have been in some serious weather including torrential rain and even snow. I don’t always use it but it is nice to have it in case. I opted for the Wolf Walker mainly for its price, at only a couple hundred bucks compared to almost $700 for the Lone Rider. Before I get any guff from you if you are looking at my pics, I understand the kickstand should be between me and the bike but for picture purposes I had it pulled in this way. The tent came in a quality bag that fit easily on my motorcycle. It was similar to my old tent so it set up easily. The Wolf Walker came with quality, color coded poles and had plenty of space for me, Bones and my gear for a week long adventure. What I was most impressed with though was how it held up to the major rainstorm right out of the bag. I typically treat my tents with waterproofing spray once a year, I did not get a chance to do that to the Wolf Walker before this outing. I got hit with STRONG rain on Wednesday and the tent handled it impeccably, not a single drop made it inside. On a side note I still plan on spraying it before my next usage just to give it an extra layer

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of protection. If you are in the market for a new tent for motocamping and like to have the added space for your motorcycle I would urge you to strongly consider the Wolf Walker. Ohio Bike Week is set up in downtown Sandusky on the shores of Lake Eerie near the docks for the Put-in-Bay and Kelley Island ferries a glance across the bay you can see the Cedar Point skyline. I met up with Derek my Editor-in-Chief at the party Thunder Roads Ohio hosted at Jimmy Bukket’s in Fremont, Ohio just outside of Sandusky and participated in all the events there including being the runner up in the (soon to be world famous) Lime Races, from there the fun only escalated the rest of the week. The rides during Ohio Bike Week were varied and plentiful. They included a winery tour hosted by Mad River Harley Davidson, Kelley Island runs with free rides for your motorcycle on the ferry and the popular Jesse James ride. Admittedly having the magazine people like Derek in the loop helped tremendously on not missing out on any of the activities. I got to meet and ride with Billy Grotto from Twisted Tea going to various Micky-Marts (Ohioans know) to promote Twisted Tea by having burn out competitions and indulging in a couple free samples. I got to meet riding legends like Bean’re, pronounced Beaner and his unforgettable boots and have a drink with him at Barrel House Saloon. The bike show hosted by Thunder Roads Ohio crew was not to be missed. Great bikes in all categories. I had the pleasure of meeting and getting to have pictures of my bike taken with the beautiful bike model Jenny and even got her to help me do some of the judging and hung at the show with her. The concert events were great! The stage near Barrel House hosted a plethora of talented acts ranging in genres. Jesse James and Jackyl kicked the headliner concerts off. While I enjoyed Jackyl I think I enjoyed Lita Ford the following night the most I had some fun dance partners for that one. I am definitely not taking anything away from Slaughter who played on the last night and the Progressive Insurance laser show after each concert was fun and done well. I want to thank Thunder Roads Ohio crew Derek, Jason, Dave, Kim and the other Dave (sorry I know I am forgetting some) for showing me such a great time. One thing that stood out to me at Ohio Bike Week was a very different feel from other rallies like Sturgis and Daytona as far as the camaraderie. Ohio seemed to have a more personal, friendly and brotherly feel to it compared to the others I have been to which seemed more about saying you were there not as much as being a part of the brotherhood. I came away from the Ohio Bike Week experience feeling like I was part of something and not just in attendance. That includes the campground and everyone I met and spoke to while there. Well done Ohio! Now if we could just do something about those Buckeyes. Until next time. For more on Ohio Bike Week – check out www.ReasonsToRide.com/OhioBikeWeek

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THUNDER FUN Inspiration We know nothing of tomorrow; our business is to be good and happy today. –Sydney Smith Ah, that it were my chief delight to do things I ought. Then let me try with all my might to mind what I am taught. –Ann & Jane Taylor To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield. – Alfred Lord Tennyson

Interesting Facts about Michigan On January 26, 1837, President Andrew Jackson signed the bill that made Michigan the twentysixth state. In 1847, the legislature passed a law to locate the state capital in Lansing. Ford began manufacturing the Model T in 1908. The United Automobile Workers of America was organized in Detroit in 1935. In 1959, Detroit gained even more acclaim when Berry Gordy Jr. founded Motown Records and started a legacy that would last forever. In 1974, the state celebrated Gerald R. Ford, the first Michigander to become president. The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum was established in Grand Rapids in 1981. 2002 was the year that Jennifer Granholm was elected Michigan’s first female governor.

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I DONE DONE IT A couple of months ago I mentioned that I wanted to replace my trusty Glock 43 with a Sig P365 before I made my trip to Deadwood in July. Not so long ago, a friend decided to sell his P365xl and made me a real good deal on it. Taking possession, I went to the range and fired two magazines using the stock tritium night sights and was extremely satisfied with my acquisition. The range officer watching me said he was impressed, but pressed me to shoot his P365, which was topped by with RMR style sight. Now, I have not been a fan of red dot sighting systems, because I don’t believe in trusting my life to anything that takes a battery. I have shot other guns with red dots and found them to be a blast, especially when clearing a plate rack, but on two separate occasions have had the red dot fail in the middle of a string of fire, which served to prove my hesitance to the use one of these sighting systems on a personal defense firearm. Even of the gun was equipped with elevated front and rear sights (suppressor/ red dot height) I was less than impressed, because I found sight acquisition to be a challenge and because they were so far above the body of the pistol; then came a short bus practical education. Putting ten rounds in the offered firearm I shot another target at the same range I had fired mine, the group tightened! I asked him what happens if the battery dies and to answer my question he removed the battery, killing the dot system, and gave the gun back to me. I sighted through the screen and saw that I had a perfect view of the stock front sight and there was a notch in the base of the RMR to act as a rear sight and a few rounds later I found that I shot this gun with a disabled red dot as well as I shot my own without the sighting system. I was impressed and after eating a healthy (sic) platter of crow I did some serious research to find ared dot for my new pistol.

having both or either the dot or the ring. And while all the sights in this category have a shake wake feature and 50.000 hour plus batter life,the coup-d-gras is the fact you can change the battery on the Holosun without removing it from your gun!!! That made it the winner. I stuck with the red dot rather than getting the green dot (better battery life) and I chose the 507 with the 2 MOA dot over the 407 with a 6MOA dot because the larger dot tended to obscure to much of the bullseye. Once I had it mounted it was back to the range to confirm and adjust the sighting so that the setup fit me. I hope there is room for the picture of my target in this article, if there is this was ten rounds at ten yards in 10 seconds – not to shabby and it all tightens up if I slow down and shoot like the old fart I am supposed to be! To close, I have a little advice... I really think that people need to heed all the gun control talk coming out of Washington, but remember talk in DC is a lot like crap in geese; to much and to fast! If you are looking for a firearm don’t panic buy, because they can’t snatch guns as fast as they want you to think they can. If you are going to buy (I think you should) buy quality and plenty of ammo.

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The IRS decided to audit Grandpa, and summoned him to the IRS office. The IRS auditor was not surprised when Grandpa showed up with his attorney. The auditor said, “Well, sir, you have had a very extravagant lifestyle and no full-time employment, which you explain by saying that you win money gambling. I’m not sure the IRS finds that believeable. “I’m a great gambler, and I can prove it,” says Grandpa. “How about a demonstration?” The auditor thinks for a moment and says, “It’s a bet.” Grandpa removes his glass eye and bites it. The auditor’s jaw drops. Grandpa says, “Now, I’ll bet you two thousand dollars that I can bite my other eye.” The auditor can tell Grandpa isn’t blind, so he takes the bet. Grandpa removes his dentures and bites his good eye. The stunned auditor now realizes he has wagered and lost three grand, with Grandpa’s attorney as a witness. “Want to go double or nothing?” Grandpa asks. “I’ll bet you six thousand dollars that I can stand on one side of your desk, and pee into that wastebasket on the other side, and never get a drop anywhere in between.” The auditor, twice burned, is cautious now, but he looks carefully and decides there’s no way this old guy could possibly manage that stunt, so he takes him up on the bet. Grandpa stands beside the desk and unzips his pants, but although he strains mightily, he can’t make the steam reach the wastebasket on the other side, so he pretty much urinates all over the auditor’s desk. The auditor leaps with joy, realizing that he has just turned a major loss into a huge win! But Grandpa’s attorney moans and puts his head in his hands. “Are you ok?” the auditor asks. “Not really,” says the attorney. “This morning when Grandpa told me he’d been summoned for an audit, he bet me twenty-five thousand dollars that he could come in here and piss all over your desk and that you’d actually be very happy about it all!” -------------------------------------------------------------Don’t mess with Anyone under 5’5”. We have to hop on counters to get stuff, don’t think we can’t hop on you like a spider monkey.

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I asked my wife why we never have sex anyone... “Speak for yourself” was not the answer I was expecting. --------------------------------------------------------------I think I figured out why our generation is common sense smart. We had Lawn Darts and Clacker Balls to take out the stupid ones. --------------------------------------------------------------A dog and a cat are having an argument on who is the favorite of humans. The dog says, “Humans like us more. They have even named a tooth (canine) after us. Naming such an important body part after us shows that they like us more.” The cat looks over at the silly dog and grins, “You are really not going to win this one you know.” --------------------------------------------------------------I’ve been around a looong time now and still haven’t found the right thing to say when someone knocks on the door of the public bathroom you’re in.... “Come In” is not appropriate, so I think from now on I’ll just yell out, “Come back when you’ve got a warrant!” --------------------------------------------------------------“Booger” gets him a coon dog at the local shelter and sees this his dog has a cool tattoo on his belly. He goes over to his buddy’s house that does tats and says he wants the same tat as his new dog. His buddy duplicates it exactly, real big on his forearm. Later that night at the bar a young guy comes up to him and told him he was in school to become a Vet and was wondering why he’d get a tattoo they put on shelter dogs that indicates “Been Neutered” --------------------------------------------------------------Just gotta’ say, some of you never run from the cops on a 2-stroke as a kid and it damn sure shows! --------------------------------------------------------------My Grandpa always had such sage advice and was just in general a really cool, old hippie dude. I asked him one day, “Grandpa, why you just mosey along and don’t let nobody bother you and just kinda’ grin at fools. His advice was simple...Grandson, in life, it will Always serve you best to just not argue with people that should’ve been swallowed. --------------------------------------------------------------Let’s ALL stand up, raise our glasses and give a Big round of Cheers! for Johnny Depp.....the Only man to Ever win an argument with a woman!

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LEGAL SERVICES Jakeway Injury Law Motorcycle Accident Lawyers 810-694-1211 JakewayInjuryLaw.com Michigan Biker Law Representing Bikers for over 30 years 800-642-4537 MichiganBiker.com Motorcycle Injury Lawyer The Motorcycle Lawyer Free Legal Advice 877-Biker-Law MotorcycleLawyerMichigan.com No Win/ No Fee Promise FUNERAL SERVICES Tombstone Hearse Co For use at ANY Funeral Home, Anywhere, Available 24 Hrs Notice 734-783-2646 or 734-771-0273 CHURCHES Victory Biker Church 12190 Miller Rd Lennon, MI 48449 www.VictoryBikerChurch.org 810-247-6332 REALTORS Mi Choice Realty Rhonda Cerone C: 734-819-0026 RhondaCerone@gmail.com Serving All of Southeastern M VEHICLE RUSTPROOFING Henderson Brothers Rustproofing Since 1962 402 E. Lyon, Midland, MI 48640 989-631-0121 It’s Us or Rust! SERVICES Precision Lawn Sprinklers Residential & Commercial Sales, Installation, Service Free Estimates $250 off New Sprinkler System 989-755-4136 The Key Shop 1804 W. Wackerly Midland, MI 48640 989-835-8480 Over 27 Yrs Experience

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7/02/22 10:00 AM 6th Annual Heykoop Veteran Memorial Car Show & Benefit SIX years and growing!! NEW LOCATION: Hot Rod Harley Davidson in Downtown Muskegon! All proceeds to Lighthouse For Veterans and the Fight Against Veteran Suicide 149 Shoreline Dr, Muskegon, MI Jamie 231-722-0000 info@hotrodhd.com

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7/02/22 07:00 AM 2022 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship - Redbud National Welcome to the beloved and legendary RedBud National in Buchanan, MI. This legendary race marks Round 5 of the 2022 Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing. Redbud MX 304-284-0101 13638 N Redbud Trail, Buchanan, MI 49017 info@mxsportsproracing.com

Pit Stop Bible Study

Kickstart Sunday Service KickStart Sunday Service is our weekly Sunday morning worship service at Victory Biker Church International. Victory Biker Church 12190 Miller Rd, Lennon, MI 48449 810-271-0002 info@victorybikerchurch.org 7/06/22 07:00 PM PitStop Bible Study is our weekly time of prayer, worship, and Study of God's Word - the Bible. Victory Biker Church 12190 Miller Rd, Lennon, MI 48449 810-271-0002 info@victorybikerchurch.org

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CENTRAL MICHIGAN EVENT 7/07/22 06:00 PM Bike Night at The Dock with His Boy Elroy His Boy Elroy is happy to host bike night at the Dock! The Dock at Bayview 12504 E D Ave, Richland, MI 49083 Jen 269-731-4991 jen@thedockatbayview.com 7/09/22 10:00 AM M.O.B Dawz Brandon's 2nd Annual Poker Run Last bike in @ 5 Cash Raffle 50/50 raffle Raise money for a great cause! Winner takes home cash prize! Dinner provided at 5:30 at The Eagles Club Music provided by: DJ Panther Paws Arsenal Harley Davidson 4405 Highland Rd Waterford MI Admin@mobdawgz.com

SOUTHERN MICHIGAN EVENTS 7/09/22 07:00 AM CMC Race Day w/ Vintage Racing Sign up: Race day 7 - 9 AM Practice: Race day 9:00 AM No Late Practice Race: Race following practice Gate Entry: Racers & Adults $10 Kids 5-12 & seniors 60+ $5 4 & under Free Class Fees: $30 each Class Cadillac Motorcycle Club 3747 39 Rd, Cadillac, MI 49601 231-775-7014 7/09/22 11:00 AM 5th Annual Burn Run All Proceeds goto Great Lakes Burn Camp For Kids. So bring your Cash, Card or Check Book and help us Raise Money for this Great Cause! If you don't ride then meet us at Marl View Lanes at 4:30pm for Dinner, Music, Drinks, Auction & Raffle. Richland Township Fire Station 8775 3rd Ave, Vestaburg, MI 48891 AJ 989-304-1692 37pres@brotherskeepersmc.com

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7/14/22 07:00 AM Muskegon Bike Time 2022 back for 2022 and will be bigger and better than ever Live Music, Ride-In Bike Show, Road Rally, Rides, Bikini Contest, Hot Babe Bike Wash, Cornhole Tournament and Lots More Muskegon Bike Time Camping by ABATE Hot Rod Harley-Davidson 149 Shoreline Dr, Muskegon, MI 231-722-0000 info@hotrodhd.com

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Rumble in Romulus Motorcycle Rally

Lake Superior H.O.G.® Touring Rally

The 1st Rumble In Romulus Motorcycle Rally is a event for motorcycle enthusiast as well as families to come out and enjoy the sites, food and vendors of all kinds. Custom Motorcycle Show, motorcycle sound competition and fellowship! Downtown Romulus

7/21/22 06:00 PM Tecumseh Classic Car & Bike Show - JULY Come show off YOUR classic car or motorcycle! Plaques will be given to the first 50 cars & bikes that are registered. Free registration. Canned good donation suggested. Old National Bank

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Soak up some summer sunshine and circle Lake Superior in our second installment of Great Lakes Touring Rallies! This five-day journey around the world’s largest lake by surface area begins in Marquette, MI, and crosses into Canada, so don’t forget your passport! We’ll start by riding along the southern edge of Lake Superior on Michigan’s Upper Peninsula before crossing the border at Sault Ste. Marie. From there, we’ll travel to Thunder Bay, Ontario on part of the famous Trans-Canada Highway, the world’s longest national road. Later, we re-enter the U.S. near Duluth, MN, completing the circle at our starting point of Marquette, Michigan. Marquette, MI

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Thunder on the Iron Range Music Fest is an annual three-day outdoor music festival held mid-summer in Negaunee, Michigan. Downtown Negaunee Iron St, Downtown, Negaunee, MI 49866 info@thunderontheironrange.com 7/30/22 11:00 AM 3rd Annual Mission Six Poker Run Mission Six provides fully trained service dogs to veterans living with PTSD and TBI. These dogs cost upwards of $25k each. Please join us in an afternoon of brotherhood and camaraderie to help us defray these costs 16 S Clare Ave, Harrison, MI 48625 (231) 838-5152 8/03/22 07:00 PM Pit Stop Bible Study PitStop Bible Study is our weekly time of prayer, worship, and Study of God's Word - the Bible. Victory Biker Church 12190 Miller Rd, Lennon, MI 48449 810-271-0002 info@victorybikerchurch.org

Elkhart County ABATE Summerfest Live Music, Field Events, Vendors, Come join our annual ride. Camping and More Donations welcome. No need to ride $20 per person ABATE Members. a motorcycle to enjoy the prizes, $25 per person Non-Members. raffles, food and music. Proceeds go National Headliners Friday and to our cause, Vets Helping Vets. Saturday (September Mourning/ Manistee VFW Post 4499 NONPOINT) AN ABATE FOUNDATION EVENT 1211 28th St, Manistee, MI 49660 Boot Hill Ranch/Summerfest 231-794-8329 Property cvma.lostboys@usa.com 10542 Bair Lake Rd, Three Rivers, MI 49093 8/06/22 08:00 PM Diamondbacks MC Annual 2022 Kris 574-320-0651 Summer Party krisbardo18@gmail.com UNIVERSE hosts the Diamondbacks 2022 Annual 8/13/22 09:00 AM Summer party performing all the 17th Annual Hog Town Run Classic rock, New country and Pop Bike BLessing, Bike Games, Food, hits! Raffles 7037 Windsor Hwy, Brown City Park Potterville, MI 48821 Mary Madia 810-656-4941 517-899-0574 swylan@gmail.com 8/18/22 06:00 PM Tecumseh Classic Car & Bike 8/07/22 11:00 AM Show - AUGUST Kickstart Sunday Service Come show off YOUR classic car KickStart Sunday Service is our or motorcycle! Plaques will be given weekly Sunday morning worship to the first 50 cars & bikes that service at Victory Biker Church are registered. Free registration. International. Canned good donation suggested. Victory Biker Church 12190 Miller Rd, Lennon, MI 48449 Old National Bank 810-271-0002 info@victorybikerchurch.org

8/20/22 07:00 AM CMC Race Day Sign up: Race day 7 - 9 AM Practice: Race day 9:00 AM No Late Practice Race: Race following practice Gate Entry: Racers & Adults $10 Kids 5-12 & seniors 60+ $5 4 & under Free Class Fees: $30 each Class Cadillac Motorcycle Club 3747 39 Rd, Cadillac, MI 49601 231-775-7014 8/21/22 07:00 AM CMC Race Day State Championship Sign up: Race day 7 - 9 AM Practice: Race day 9:00 AM No Late Practice Race: Race following practice Gate Entry: Racers & Adults $10 Kids 5-12 & seniors 60+ $5 4 & under Free Class Fees: $30 each Class Cadillac Motorcycle Club 3747 39 Rd, Cadillac, MI 49601 231-775-7014

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