BIKE SHOW UPDATE

ALL ARE WELCOME! We’ve always believed that the best thing about our bike show series is the people that both exhibit and attend. This isn’t just about the bikes – but about the people building and riding them as well. After doing these shows for more than 10 years, its great seeing how many connections and friendships that have developed over the years between folks coming to the shows. There’s a common bond that exists between riders – and there’s even more of a connection between the folks that take the time to restore, customize, or even create their own bikes. People start talking about what they’ve built, what they have at home, and what they rode up to the show. If you’ve got a bike you’re proud of – we’d like to invite you to join in and put her in the show. Even if you’ve never shown her before – that’s ok.

We’re all family here.

Make sure that you check out our events listing on Facebook and follow the ones that are of interest to you. We will be posting updates and more details about the shows and new programs as things are finalized. www.Facebook.com/ThunderRoadsOhio

Most of the 2023 season is now behind us, and it’s been an amazing year with more than 800 bikes being shown in the series this year! We will be featuring the results along with photos of the bikes and events throughout the winter, as we review the shows and begin looking forward to the next season.

FINKS BIKE SHOW

FINKS BIKE SHOW

Each year we review the shows and consider we can expand and improve the shows for the following year. Here are a few things that how we are considering at this point. 1. New Trike Categories – including Custom, Stock, and Vintage This category continues to grow each show, including some amazing custom – even “radical” – three wheelers. We are planning on keeping side cars in the category at this point.

2. Adding more BIGGER events – fairs and

festivals. This year we partnered with several larger regional events to host bike shows, these included the Wild Turkey Festival and the Union County Fair. These events gave Exhibitors more things to do during the shows and certainly brought more folks to check out the bikes. There were challenges, though, as we had to make sure the bikes could easily access the areas for the shows. We plan on improving that area – primarily through pre-registration and sending out passes in advance. 3. Electronic voting system. We are considering several options to allow electronic voting by those attending the shows. This would speed up the administrative side of things while still ensuring that every vote was counted. Once we get things figured out, we will share our system with the 4. Federal government. �� More unique trophies and prizes! We tried offering custom Prize Belts, Rings, and show placards this year. Working with show sponsors, we plan on expanding this for next year.

Have suggestions or thoughts? Email us at

BikeShowInfo@gmail.com , and let us know what you think.

SHOW PICTURES

We’ve posted over well over 30,000 Bike Show and event pictures on our Facebook page, with most sorted in Albums by the particular shows. If you’re home and feel like reminiscing about warmer days out on the bike, take a few minutes and check them out. You’re welcome to tag and share these as you’d like. We are working with some new partners to offer the ability to easily get these printed and sent to you – with just a few clicks. Hope to have an announcement on that shortly. Currently, however, we do have the means to get you posters – even big vinyl banners for your garage – of any images we have. Our partner, NEO PRO IMAGING ( www.neoproimaging.com ) is able to do some amazing things with pictures – such as metal or acrylic prints suitable for mounting on the wall or professionally displaying. Email us for more information BikeShowInfo@gmail.com

We’re able to produce full color vinyl banners of photos or your design – for less than $2.50 a square foot!*

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Thunder Zone Vendor Areas – FAIRS & FESTIVALS in 2023!

As we look towards next year and begin locking down dates and locations, we will similarly begin planning for expanded and NEW Thunder Zones for 2023. These vendor / exhibitor areas will be managed by Iron Cowboy Productions, LLC as a compliment to the Bike Shows and other festivities we have going on. As we announce dates for 2023, we will begin accepting vendor and exhibitor applications. These Thunder Zones are a great place to set up as a vendor selling to the motorcycle community, as a service organization serving the veteran or riding community, or as a means of promoting your riding organization with upcoming events. EMAIL us TODAY – if you’re interested in doing any of our shows for next year. We will begin signup within the next few weeks, so don’t delay. Send us your contact information and a brief description of what you’d offer. Send to: Events@ReasonsToRide.com And we’ve already started adding NEW SHOWS and locking down dates for 2023!

UNION COUNTY BIKE SHOW

WILD TURKEY BIKE SHOW UNION COUNTY BIKE SHOW

WILD TURKEY BIKE SHOW UNION COUNTY BIKE SHOW

*Tentative dates. Date and details to be finalized and will be announced in future editions of TRO or at ThunderRoadsOhio.com

VFW 1079 BIKE NIGHT BIKE SHOW! 2023 Summit Racing Equipment I-X Piston Powered Auto-Rama

Thursday, October 20th 6-7pm Registration, 7-8 Voting and Judging VFW Post 1079, 500 Abbe Rd S, Elyria OH

We hosted an Iron n Ink Tattoo Party at the Elyria VFW as part of their Bike Night earlier this summer and we were so impressed by the location and folks we worked with, that we went ahead and added a BIKE SHOW to what might be their Bike Night Finale’! This is one of the best Bike Nights we’ve found this summer with games, giveaways, music, and vendors. It’s at a VFW so of course – it all goes to support local vets! DJ Ed, formerly of Quaker Steak & Lube, hosts the festivities and he does a great job of keeping things moving along.

March 31 – April 2, 2023 Cleveland I-X Center, pistonpowershow.com

Vehicle Registration is NOW OPEN for the Annual Piston Power Show in Cleveland. This is the largest indoor vehicle show in the world, and once again we will be hosting the motorcycle area. However, they are tightening things up and will only be featuring 32 motorcycles as part of the display – and they will be finalizing the selection process before the end of the year. So, if you’re interested in participating as an exhibitor – you need to get on the website and get your application in ASAP! And for everyone else, mark this one down on the calendar!

Register ONLINE at ThunderRoadsOhio.com for these Bike SHOWS and more!

INTERESTED IN HOSTING A TRO BIKE SHOW AT YOUR LOCATION IIN 2023?

We are currently reviewing locations and locking down dates for our 2023 Bike Show Series. For 2023, we are looking to expand the show throughout the Midwest, and we are considering NEW locations. We are looking to add both more local BIKE NIGHT SHOWS and more larger REGIONAL SHOWS. We are also considering adding 2 more of the CHAMPIONSHIP SHOWS as part of regional motorcycle rallies. If you’re interested in hosting a show or having us produce a show as part of your event, email us TODAY for more information at BikeShowInfo@gmail.com

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by Greg Ellifritz Now that most states have a process allowing citizens to legally carry concealed handguns, many of you may be carrying a firearm more frequently, or just starting to carry for the first time. A common mistake I see with a great number of my students is an obsessive focus on acquiring and carrying the “right” firearm and associated gear at the expense of neglecting more vital aspects of self defense. Carrying a dependable handgun and quality support equipment is certainly important, but when it comes to prevailing in a violent confrontation, having excellent situational awareness is much more critical. If you can observe the pre-attack indicators early enough, you may not even get a chance to use all that gear you have been obsessing over. Winning the confrontation before it starts is always the most prudent option. With that said, I would like to suggest a few drills that I use myself and teach my students. All of these exercises will work magic when it comes to making you more aware of your surroundings so that you can better diffuse or prepare for a criminal attack. The Awareness Game – I adapted this exercise from a similar one described in Jeff Cooper’s classic book "Principles of Personal Defense." When out in public, you will undoubtedly encounter people with whom you are familiar. You will see friends, neighbors, coworkers, and associates whom you recognize. If you are truly aware of your surroundings, you will notice their presence before they notice you. When a friend walks up behind you and taps you on the shoulder or calls your name before you are aware of his presence, you are not fully aware of what is happening in your environment. Track every encounter you have on a calendar. Give yourself one point for every time you notice an acquaintance before he or she notices you. Subtract ten points every time you fail to notice the presence of someone you know. If you are still in positive numbers after one month, you are doing well. Look for Something Unique – When you are moving about in public, pick some type of object to look for. Articles of clothing work very well. Try to find people wearing red hats, denim jackets, or gold necklaces as examples. This exercise will force you to notice everyone around you. For optimal effectiveness, look for something that men wear, because most violent criminals are male. Looking for items such as wristwatches or rings also works very well because it will force you to look at people’s hands, the place where weapons are held and attacks are generated. Commentary Driving – In the modern world, most of us spend far more time in our vehicles than we do walking. It is important that we not succumb to the tendency to see our cars as cocoons of steel and glass where we are completely isolated from the outside world. While it is sometimes comforting to turn up the music and become lost in our thoughts while driving, it is seldom safe to do so. A relatively high percentage of crimes are committed in or around vehicles. In order to maintain a high level of awareness when driving, I recommend an exercise called “commentary driving” as described in the book "Defensive Living" written by my friends Ed Lovette and Dave Spaulding. The exercise is simple. During your commute, take notice of your surroundings by forcing yourself to verbally describe everything that you see. Actually verbalize audibly what your eyes are seeing. It should sound something like: “There is a blue car on my left”… “The light is turning red”… “I see a man walking a dog on the right” and anything else you might notice. By putting words of description to your thoughts, you will process much more information than usual thereby making you more aware of your surroundings. I also find that this drill works well for keeping yourself awake on long nighttime drives. Escape Routes – In addition to being aware of the presence of potentially predatory individuals and groups, everyone should also be aware of all possible options for escaping violent attacks. Set the alarm on your watch or phone to ring at random times throughout the day. Whenever your alarm goes off, look around and determine the best way to escape if you were attacked at that moment. Over time you will have developed escape routes for almost every location you visit on a regular basis. With enough repetition you will begin to look for escape routes and areas of safety as a routine part of your day. Firearms trainer Tom Givens describes “awareness” as knowing who is around you and what those people are doing. That’s a simple and extremely useful definition. Instead of finding escape routes. you can use the same random alarm trick I mentioned above to ask yourself the “Givens Questions.” When your alarm goes off, look around and ask yourself “Who is around me and what are they doing?” If you can answer those questions, you have good situational awareness. These are only a few of the many exercises designed to increase awareness. There are dozens of others. Try one or all of them and be prepared to start seeing things as you have never seen them before. With diligent practice, you will be much more prepared in the event you are targeted for a criminal attack.

Greg Ellifritz is a retired firearms and defensive tactics training officer for a central Ohio police department. He holds instructor or master instructor certifications in more than 75 different weapon systems, defensive tactics programs and police specialty areas.

Greg has a master's degree in Public Policy and Management and is an instructor for both the Ohio Peace Officer's Training Academy and the Tactical Defense Institute.

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10/01/22 09:00 AM Punishers Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club - Hellbranch Chapter: Human Trafficking Awareness Event

Save the date! The Punishers LEMC Hellbranch Chapter is sponsoring our first annual Human Trafficking Awareness Event on Saturday, October 1st. Registration begins at 09:00am at Rabid Customs (4355 Williams Rd, Groveport, OH 43125) and ends at 11:00am. Ride departure from Rabid Customs is at 11:45am and ends at the American Legion Post 164 in Grove City (3363 McDowell Rd, Grove City, OH 43123). The "After Ride Party” is from 1:00pm to 5:00pm. Our goal is straight-forward: Bring awareness to the prevalence of human trafficking throughout all of our communities, Rabid Customs 4355 Williams Rd. Groveport 614-836-6270 info@rabidcustoms.com

10/01/22 02:00 PM Heritage of Flight Festival's Deputy Yates Memorial Ride

Join us this year for a Memorial Ride in honor of Clark County Deputy Matthew Yates. Deputy yates was killed in the line of duty while protecting the people of Clark County on July 24th, 2022. The ride will start at the American Legion on St. Rt. 235 In New Carlisle at 2pm (registration starts at noon) and will return back to the Springfield News-Sun / Heritage of Flight Festival's Bike Show approx. 2 hours later.... We are asking that riders bring a new toy that will be donated to the USMC Toys for Tots Program in memory of Deputy Yates. American Legion Post 286 2251 N Dayton-Lakeview Rd. New Carlisle 937-845-0219 alegion286@yahoo.com Visit us on Facebook @ facebook,com/ thunderroadsohio or for up to the minute event listings, thunderroadsohio.com

10/01/22 10:00 AM Thunder in the Miami Valley: 2nd Annual Motorcycle Run

Join us in a ride to celebrate the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ! We are raising funds to help our mission to liberate people enslaved in human trafficking and drug abuse. Join in a day of fellowship, riding, prayer, testimony, praise, and song, and great food at our pig roast! Xenia Towne Square 150 Xenia Towne Square Xenia Jeremiah Byrd 937-262-4100 carolyn@saveoursoulsministries.org

10/01/22 02:00 PM Jeff Gabel Fundraiser at Berea Post 91

TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE!! Jeff was struck by a car while riding, all proceeds will go to help him & his family with medical and any other expenses. chance to win $500! Chinese raffle, sideboards, 50/50, booze raffles ,music & a special Keno American Legion Post 91 91 American Legion Pkwy, Berea Chris Nice 440-234-0091

10/01/22 01:00 PM Ohio Flat Track Sport Center

AHRMA VINTAGE FLAT TRACK RACING EVENT Ohio Flat Track Sport Center 8088 County Highway 71, Harpster OH 43323 edjerew@gmail.com

10/02/22 10:30 AM Benefit Ride for Barbara Collett

Barbara Collett was taken way too early in a car accident on July 2, 2022. Barbara always loved riding on her dad's motorcycle. She was loved by many people and will be forever missed. Registration: 10:30am. $20 per bike/$10 per passenger. Kickstands up at 12pm. Ride will run from the Brotherhood Clubhouse on 68, riding to The Snapper in Ripley, then back to the Clubhouse. Burgers & hot dogs will be available for purchase at the Clubhouse. Bar will be open. Split the Pot. All proceeds will be donated to Barbara Collett Memorial Fund. Brotherhood Clubhouse 21693 US 68 Blanchester

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10/02/22 12:00 PM Benefit ride for Freeman Family

Registration 12 PM. Kick stands up 1PM. $20 per bike. Meal included for all Riders. $7 non riders meal plate. Raffles. 50/50 Drawing. Cash Bar at the Eagles. All proceeds will go to the Freeman Family. Hamilton West Eagles 3986 117 Smalley Boulevard Hamilton 513-863-3986

10/02/22 10:00 AM 18th Annual Breast Fest of Cincinnati

This year marks our 18th year of shoqing support and raising money to help support local women in our community currently fighting Breast Cancer. This disease has become to common these days and no one should feel like their alone in their fight, Yeager-Benson Memorial American Legion Post 199 10700 Campbell Rd. Harrison Joy Schrieber513-787-6567 joyschrieber@gmail.com

10/08/22 07:30 PM Wild Front Tears at VFW Post 9927

Wild Front Tears plays a fun blend of Rock, Blues, Motown, Country, Soul, and just about anything else we can think of! 3317 Wilmington Pike Dayton 937-298-9296 vfw9927@sbcglobal.net

10/08/22 12:00 PM 73rd Annual Devil's Staircase Pro Hillclimb Weekend

Primitive camping is across the street in the car parking lot, we will show everyone where to park, look for the porta jons, we still need to use the field for car parking on Sunday. It's $10.00 per person per night, if you come in Friday evening we're going to charge you for Friday night and Saturday night, Sunday night will be free. There will be no pit bikes,quads,razors,golf carts etc allowed. 73rd Annual Devil’s Staircase “The World Famous Party on the Hill!” 1086 Corwin Road Oregonia DMC dmcdaytonmc.com

10/08/22 11:00 AM GREENE COUNTY UNSURANCE 2ND ANNUAL CAR, TRUCK & MOTORCYCLE SHOW

$10 Entry Fee $8 Early Entry Fee 50/50 – Raffle Items Food & More All Proceeds Go Directly to the Breast Cancer Fund of Ohio Harley Davidson of Xenia 1213 Cincinnati Ave, Xenia 974-374-0066 TSMITH@GREENECOUNTYINS.COM

10/08/22 12:00 PM SWAMP ROMP 2022

Presenting the 1st Annual Rally Event. Registration beings at Noon. $15 Admission Fee. MUST BE 21! Must Sign Waiver for Admission. NO WEAPONS. Primitive Camping. Live Band - Burgers - Games - 50/50 - DJ - Beer - Dancing - Pull Tabs - Wet T-Shirt Contest. For info contact us via email at cruisersforcharity@yahoo.com 2975 Tatman Coe Road McDermott cruisersforcharity@yahoo.com

10/08/22 01:00 PM Ohio Flat Track Sport Center

Flat Track Racing Weekend! Short Track Saturday - Sign In 1pm-4pm, Meeting 4:45pm, Practice 5pm HALF MILE SUNDAY: Sign-in 9am - 11am, Meeting 11:15am; Practice 11:30am; HEATS 12:45pm $10 Gate, Under 12 FREE unless Racing. Race Entry Fee: $35 Regular, $50 Money Classes. Ohio Flat Track Sport Center 8088 County Highway 71, Harpster OH 43323 edjerew@gmail.com

10/09/22 04:00 PM Jeep Night

County Line Jeepers brings you Jeep night at Royal Docks Brewery. We will have a raffle for a winch donated by Off the Grid Motorsports. We will have other raffle baskets available. 50/50. chance to win a trophy in a couple of Jeep categoriescost will be $10 to enter. There will be pulled pork and sides available for purchase. This is going to be a fundraiser for the ICARE. Royal Docks Brewing Co. 5646 Wales Ave. NW Canton 330-353-9103

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10/09/22 12:00 PM 2nd Annual Back The Blue Jeep Convoy

Please join myself in having our 2nd jeep convoy to support Portage County Sheriff office, last year was the first year we did this and hope to have 100 plus jeeps this year. 4208 ST Oh 44 Rootstown, Ohio 44272. Dusty Armadillo 3147 OH 44 Rootstown 330-296-5100

10/14/22 06:00 PM Bike Night @ Queen City HarleyDavidson

Join us for another bike night, but this time, Bikes, Blues and BBQ from 6pm9pm. We will have craft beer, vendors, Blues performed by Tempted Souls, and plenty of BBQ! Queen City H-D 513-874-4344 4861 Premier Way West Chester Township info@queencityhd.com

10/15/22 06:00 PM FOURTH ANNUAL NIGHT AT THE RACES REVERSE RAFFLE

HOSTED BY: WIDOWS SONS PASSKEEPERS. DINNER STARTS @ 7PM. OPEN BAR. 10 HORSE RACES (HORSE $20 EACH). REVERSE RAFFLE: AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE $20 EACH *MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN* HILTON GARDEN INN 8971 WILCOX DRIVE TWINSBURG Johnny Meyers 216-214-3393

10/16/22 10:00 AM Akron, Ohio Motorcycle Swap Meet

10:00AM-3:00PM, admission only $7.00 and children 12 and under free. and parking is always Free ! Join us at Ohio`s premier swap meet. Buy, Sell or trade bikes, parts accessories , apparel & more. www.dustychrome.com Summit County Fairgrounds 229 East Howe Rd. Talmadge Jim 330-324-7230 akronmotorcycleswapmeet@gmail.com

10/20/22 06:00 PM Bike Night BIKE SHOW presented by Thunder Roads Ohio

VFW Post 1079 kicked off weekly BIKE NIGHTS this past summer and they've quickly become one of the Westside's BEST Bike Nights! Featuring vendors, entertainment, and DJ Ed - formerly of Quaker Steak & Lube - hosting games and giveaways - it's always a great time in a comfortable setting. Please note that ALL ARE WELCOME and invited out to the Post on this evening. VFW Post 1079 has teamed up with Thunder Roads Ohio to host a bike night BIKE SHOW - that's an official qualifier for the ReasonsToRide.com feature shows that are coming up. There are trophies, placards, and plenty of giveaway's for bike show entires - and even drawings for those voting. Bike Show registration is $20 day of the show, however you can register in advance for only $15 and receive a FREE Bike Show Shirt – VFW Post 1079 440-365-8500 500 Abbe Rd. S. Elyria vfw1079@windstream.com

11/10/22 11:00 AM Harbor Hogs and Hot Rods

The classic car and bike event returns to the quaint, waterfront village of Fairport Harbor, Ohio. Open to all makes, models and years, this familyfriendly event is sure to attract some of the area’s best classic, antique and custom cars, trucks and motorcycles. 301 3rd Street, Fairport Harbor OH Danielle 440-289-3781

11/17/22 10:00 AM Lipstick and Leather Charity Run

Mark your Calendars for the 2nd annual Lipstick and Leather Charity Bike Run created by Raine Stanley This will be benefiting the Christina House. 10 a.m. for registration and Complimentary Coffee Join us for an after-party a Biker Brewhouse from 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Enjoy a 50/50 drawing, Charity Auction, and Live Music and Dinner! Youngstown Harley Davidson 5700 Patriot Blvd, Youngstown OH 330-505-2000 info@hdbiketown.com

WHY TRICK-OR-TREATING IS BETTER THAN SEX

10. Guaranteed to get at least a little something in the sack. 9. If you get tired, wait 10 minutes and go at it again. 8. The uglier you look, the easier it is to get some. 7. You don’t have to compliment the person who gave you candy. 6. Its OK when the person you’re with fantasizes you’re someone else, because you ARE someone else. 5. 40 years from now, you’ll still enjoy candy. 4. If you don’t get what you want, you can always go next door. 3. Doesn’t matter if kids hear you moaning and groaning. 2. Less guilt the next morning. AND.... 1. You can do the whole neighborhood!!!

Son: “What are you going to be for Halloween dad?” Me: “Drunk” Son: “What’s mom gonna be?” Me: “Mad”

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

A woman, whose husband often came home drunk, decided to cure him of the habit. One Halloween night, she put on a devil suit and hid behind a tree to intercept him on the way home. When her husband came by, she jumped out and stood before him with her red horns, long tail, and pitchfork. “Who are you?” he asked. “I’m the Devil!” she responded. “Well, come on home with me,” he said, “I married your sister!” What do Thanksgiving and Halloween have in common? One has gobblers, the other goblins.

What is a pumpkin’s favorite sport? Squash

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Amish Country Leather............................................... 39 Avon Boot Shop.......................................................... 39 Bair's Powersports........................................................41 Bears Vintage Metalworks/ Vintage Motorcyle Museum......7 Biker to Biker Consignment........................................ 39 Bikers for Christ ............................................................11 CAM Cycle ..................................................................31 Cash 4 Motorcycles ....................................................31 Christian Motorcycles Association.............................10 Conspiracy Tattoo....................................................... 24 Crazy Boars Custom Cycles.......................................31 Crazy Cycles-Yankee Lake Swap Meet.................... 37 Crazy Fox Saloon (Bucyrus).......................................15 Crystal Rock Campground ........................................ 30 Deftone Motorcycles...................................................31 Dusty Armadillo .......................................................... 37 DW3's...........................................................................14 Fink's Harley-Davidson............................................... 34 Geico-James Moyer ................................................... 45 Geno's (Medina) .........................................................15 Hi Point Firearms (MKS supply)................................. 27 Holeshot KTM..............................................................31 Inkoholics Tattoo ......................................................... 25 Iron Horse Campgrounds .......................................... 30 Iron Pony / Pony Powersports ............. 4,5, back cover I-X Center Piston Power Show.....................................12 Johnny's Pizza (Newbury)..........................................41 Last Call Biker Church .................................................11 Mama Renies Pizza.................................................... 40 Mill Dam Corner Grille ....................................... 39, 40 MotoBoutique ..............................................inside cover Motorcycle Audio 12v ............................................... 29 Murphy's Pub & Ale House ........................................14 Ohio Dept. of Public Safety (Motorcycle Ohio)...... 33 Old Firehouse Winery.................................................14 Original Margarittaville ..............................................15 Paragons Promotions.................................................. 38 Phatt Back Customz.....................................................31 Phoenix Ink and Beauty/Angelique Obrien ............ 25 Progressive Insurance....................................................3 Queen City Harley-Davidson .................................... 36 Raven Ink LLP............................................................... 25 Redneckside Motorcycle Whips................................ 29 Rushing Wind Biker Church........................................11 Sassy's (Twinsburg)..................................................... 35 South East Harley-Davidson .........................................2 Straight Shooter Custom Cycles.................................31 The Barn-Zanesville .................................................... 29 The Bike Shop ..............................................................31 The Max (Logan)........................................................ 29 The Real McCoy Tattoo Studio.................................. 25 Travelodge .................................................................. 30 Uncle John's Riverside Cafe....................................... 39 VFW Post 1079 Bike Night & Tattoo Party/bike show ....1 Walneck's.................................................................... 37 Whitehorse Biker Church ............................................10 Youngstown Cycle .......................................................31 Zeppe's (Newbury).....................................................14

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TRO SCAVENGER HUNT

The TRO SCAVENGER HUNT is a special, indoor THUNDER RUN through the pages of our very own magazine. Hidden someplace within the depth of these pages is a special TRO PRIZE LOGO – see the sample here. It’s a version of our “wheel logo” with a treasure chest on it. It was inspired by Cole’s favorite TV show – Jake and the Neverland Pirates! When you find it, shoot us an email at BuckeyeThunderRun@gmail.com with SCAVENGER HUNT in the subject line. Let us know what page and exactly where the logo is in this month’s magazine and we will put you in the drawing for some great TRO prizes – including some great gear and subscriptions to the magazine!

How cool is that?!

Scavenger Winner: Rocky Owens