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These are undoubtedly challenging times.

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed and maybe even feel like you and possibly your family are getting hit especially with everything going on – but we are ALL in this. And we are all in this TOGETHER. People often chide me for getting political or taking a stance when I write or talk, but I kinda feel like I have an obligation to make myself heard. And I will take it a step further – I think that the reason we are in such a mess is because FAR TOO MANY people are standing silent and not allowing themselves to be heard. And that’s why we are all in such a mess. As riders we take to the road and support a wide variety of causes – from supporting our VETERANS to raising awareness of DOMESTIC VIOLENCE. From BREAST CANCER to helping those in UKRAINE, there are countless rides and events hosted by well meaning folks trying to make a difference. And we’re BIKERS – so we RIDE TO BE HEARD. That’s what we do. But I’d really encourage everyone to take another step – to make sure your message is received. GET INVOLVED. SAY SOMETHING. SPEAK UP! Contact a ride or organization whose cause you believe in and offer your assistance. These days, we need MORE AND MORE people to step up and get involved! Along those same lines, I’d like to thank – MORE THAN EVER – our advertisers, subscribers, and sponsors. We couldn’t do what we do – to support more than 500 rides, events, and organizations every year – without your help. This is a business as well, and your support allows myself and other team members to support our families as well. One of our earliest tag lines and MISSIONS was to be PROUD SUPPORTERS of the RIDING COMMUNITY. That’s a core aspect of our business plan and how we’ve grown to be one of the largest regional motorcycle magazines in the nation – both in print and online. First COVID and now paper shortages and unprecedented fuel / shipping costs threaten the very existence of print magazines and promotional companies like ours all across the country. That’s not something I say lightly, but in full disclosure as motorcycle mags are closing up all around us. So – not only do I say thank you; but I also look to everyone else that picks up this and other free publications. Please step up and voice your appreciation and show your support to our sponsors. If you’re a rider – please consider getting a subscription. You can subscribe easily online at ThunderRoadsOhio.com If you have a business, please consider getting involved and possibly placing an ad or becoming a sponsor. We are STILL reaching over 300,000 MOTORCYCLE ENTHUSIASTS every month through our print and digital editions. We are easily one of the most cost-effective means of reaching riders anywhere. So, not only is it a good thing to do – to support both us and the riding community – it’s a SOLID BUSINESS DECISION! As always, you can reach us online or by emailing us at Info@ReasonsToRide.com Ride Safe and LIVE STRONG! D.A. Smith

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FEATURES

14 MACHINE GUN PREACHER

16 BIKE SHOW FEATURE

24 EASYRIDERS RODEO

28 SPORT TOURING

DEPARTMENTS

06 FROM THE PUBLISHER

08 ROAD TALES

10 2022 THUNDER RUN

12 MOTORCYCLE MINISTRY

26 CALENDAR FEATURE

30 IRON & INK

32 TRO NETWORK: Where to get the mags!

34 MARKETPLACE

35 SERVICE SPECIALISTS

42 UPCOMING MOTORCYCLE EVENTS

48 FUNNY STUFF

49 WORD SEARCH

50 PARTING SHOTS

52 SPONSOR LISTING

52 SCAVENGER HUNT

On the Cover:

Easyriders Rodeo Returns to Bloomville Ohio on September 1-5. See Pages 24 -25 for a preview.