Go for a Ride Magazine October 2015

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Full Throttle Saloon Fire Ruled Accidental

AMA LongRider Program: Start the federal funding of motorcycle-only A week after a fire leveled the famed the Clock Full Throttle Saloon in Sturgis, SD, it was roadside checkpoints and then assigns The American Motorcyclist Association LongRider program, presented by Shinko Tires is back and better than ever. Here’s your chance to show other riders that your motorcycle is not a toy. It is your preferred way of getting around. AMA members are invited to “start the clock” on their AMA LongRider recognition right away by registering as an AMA LongRider today.

Here’s how it works: Send us proof of your motorcycle’s mileage along with the registration form and a small fee to cover the costs of administration and materials.

You will receive an AMA LongRider patch and a decal for your bike. Then, just ride.

Mileage awards are available at 10,000, 25,000 and 50,000 annual miles. In addition to the awards, AMA LongRiders will be recognized on the AMA website.

Don’t get a chance to ride that often? Just let your miles accumulate over time for a Lifetime Mileage award. Let us know when you’ve reached a milestone and we will send you a rocker for your patch. You can add a rocker for every milestone you achieve. More AMA LongRider gear and annual challenges are coming soon.

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Riders who log 100,000 miles or more will also receive special recognition on the AMA LongRider high-mileage recognition page. Serious riders who achieve 1 million miles will earn a special AMA LongRider plaque. (Additional patches and decals are available for order, exclusively by registered AMA LongRiders.)

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United States House of Representatives Subcommittee Improves Motorcycle Safety with Amendments to Highway Bill

Washington, D.C. - Sept 11, 2015 - The Science Committee, Subcommittee on Research and Technology, approved two amendments that both greatly benefit motorcyclists. The first amendment halts 4

a study to the National Academy of Sciences to determine the best methods of preventing motorcycle crashes. The amendment sponsor, Representative Randy Hultgren (R-IL) had this to say: “If the federal government is providing grants to improve motorcycle safety, these grants should be focused on ways that actually improve the safety of motorcycle riders.”

The second amendment would prohibit the Federal Department of Transportation from lobbying for actions at the federal, state or local levels of government. Currently the lobby ban is only applicable at the state level.

Hultgren added, “I do believe that we can be doing more to improve the safety of motorcyclists on the road, and there are reasonable laws that motorcyclists should all follow. But before the federal government casts down another topdown mandate on local law enforcement officers, we should be sure that we are not wasting valuable police time, while singling out and infringing on the rights of law abiding motorcycle riders, unless there is a compelling safety related reason for doing so.”

The Motorcycle Riders Foundation would like to thank Mr. Hultgren for his dedication to motorcyclists. We also cannot thank enough the Chairman Emeritus, the Honorable James F. Sensenbrenner, for his tireless work improving the lives of motorcyclists across the country.

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determined that the cause of the fire was an accident. The massive fire on September 8th destroyed the world’s largest biker bar.

On September 14th, the National Response Team from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, along with agents from several South Dakota law enforcement agencies announced they had completed their investigation into the fire and it was ruled to be accidental and that it orginated in the main part of the bar. An exact cause was determined but will not be revealed publicly, said ATF St. Paul Field Division spokesman Robert Schmidt. He said that is standard procedure for the bureau in cases in which an insurancerelated dispute may arise.

Owner Michael Ballard said in interviews that the fire was caused by and electrical cord behind a keg cooler. He has said that he’s focusing on cleaning up the mess and had not yet made a decision about rebuilding. The damage estimate was put at approximately $10 million.

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Eye Protection - 101

By Miller Langhorne

Photochromic lenses, sometimes called transition, darken and lighten automatically according to the amount of light. Riders with sensitive eyesight may find these types of lenses don’t 1. Goggles.

2. Face shields designed for use with and as darken enough for them on bright sunny days but for many these are the perfect part of an approved helmet.

3. Eyeglasses, including sunglasses. Contact glasses for day and night riding. lenses are not acceptable.

Frames The rule leaves a lot of room for Eyeglass frames are made from plastic, interpretation, but basically says you nylon, metal, and a host of other ought to be able to see where you’re materials. Buy whatever suits your going when you’re wearing them. Fair style and budget but make sure they fit enough and even though a pair of cheap comfortably on your head, and under sunglasses might qualify as legal there your helmet, and that they don’t impede are four features which make some your vision. Along with holding the lens glasses better suited than others for securely, frames should also act as a wind and dust screen. This needs to riding. be balanced with proper ventilation to 1. The lenses should be shatterproof keep the lenses from fogging. Fogging and able to resist impact and scratches.

2. The lenses should be optically clear occurs when the temperature inside your glasses or helmet is higher than the and not impede your vision.

Cheap Sunglasses Are Not The Answer You can legally ride without a helmet in Florida under certain conditions, but there are no exceptions when it comes to eye protection. In some states a motorcycle windscreen may be sufficient protection, but not in Florida. Florida State statute 316.211, which covers equipment for motorcycle and moped riders, states “A person may not operate a motorcycle unless the person is wearing an eye-protective device over his or her eyes of a type approved by the department”. So what types are “approved by the department”?

The answer to that is found in the Florida Administrative Code which is the official compilation of the administrative rules 3. The frame should fit securely and and regulations for state agencies. comfortably.

4. The frame should not block your There you’ll find Rule: 15B-1.007 peripheral vision.

Motorcycle Eye Protective Device which says “The Department adopts and approves the following eye protective devices for use by motorcycle operators. Each device must be in good repair, free of sharp edges or projections and made of material suitable for ophthalmic use. It shall be free from cracks, waves, bubbles or any other defect which may impair its normal visibility. Any tinted device should not impair the wearer’s ability to see color and shall not be used at night.

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Lenses Riding down the highway at 70mph and having a flying bug or road stone hit you upside the head can be annoying. Having that same object penetrate your eye can be disastrous. Riding glasses should have shatterproof polycarbonate lenses. They may crack but they won’t splinter. They should also provide 100% UV protection to shield your eyes from the sun. Polarized lenses have filters built in that will help reduce glare and eye strain but there is a cautionary note about polarized lenses that they can make some of the older LED instrumentation difficult to read. Glasses with yellow or orange colored lenses will help to brighten things up on less sunny days. Some eyeglass styles have interchangeable lenses to match your riding conditions.

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outside temperature. Air flow keeps fog at bay so it’s usually not a problem when you’re rolling. During stops it can become an issue. There are several anti-fog sprays and cleaning cloths available. Home remedies that have been suggested include liquid dish soap, toothpaste (make sure it doesn’t contain abrasives or bleaching agents), shaving cream, baby shampoo, potatoes, and even, spit. Before applying any of these techniques, the lens surface should be completely clean to avoid scratching.

Wrap-around styles are very popular for riding and offer the best protection but also have the most potential to fog up and can impact your peripheral vision if not properly designed for riding.

Many frames come with foam padding around the inside to help protect your eyes in windy or dusty environments. The padding comes in two forms, closed cell foam and open cell foam. The closed cell is usually more expensive but it is stronger, will resist moisture, and gives a tighter fit. The open cell is softer but may allow water inside if you’re riding under wet conditions. On some eyeglass styles the foam padding is removable.

Goggles You’ll get your best protection for your eyes from wind and road debris with a good pair of goggles. By completely enclosing the eye, they keep out wind, dirt, and dust. Just like eyeglasses, you can get a variety of lenses to fit your style of riding. Goggles usually fasten to your head with a strap that allows you to adjust the fit and there are some that will fit over prescription glasses.

Care and Cleaning If you want the best performance from your eyeglasses, avoid the temptation to casually toss them in the saddlebags between rides. A hard case or microfiber pouch should be used to keep them from being scratched. If you use the pouch to clean your glasses, use the inside of the pouch to avoid any dirt that may have attached to the exterior. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions and only use their recommended cleaning solutions. You’ll find that household cleaners and dish detergents are usually not recommended.

Helmets and Glasses If you’re wearing a full face helmet and riding with the face shield down, you don’t need additional eye protection. But that doesn’t mean it’s not a good idea. Many shields are clear and sunglasses will protect your eyes and help you see better on bright days. Glasses should fit comfortably under the helmet and they shouldn’t distort color or clarity when you’re looking through the visor. Fogging can also be a problem under certain weather conditions or if the helmet isn’t properly ventilated.

Emergency Eye Treatment If you suffer an eye injury do not rub your eye. If it’s a small speck of dust or dirt try to wash it out with your own tears or eyewash.

If you suffer a blow to the eye, apply a cold compress but don’t exert pressure on the eye. If pain, swelling, discoloration, or vision problems occur or if your eye is cut or punctured, seek medical treatment immediately.

Seeing Is Believing Your eyesight is one of your most important senses, and without it your riding days are over. We’ll never know for sure Prescription Glasses how many motorcycle fatalities were caused because the rider If you wear glasses all the time, your prescription glasses meet was wearing riding glasses that weren’t doing their job. Don’t the legal requirements and you’re good to go. However, unless let that be the reason you’re injured or involved in a crash. the lenses are shatterproof you should wear a helmet with a shield, or riding glasses designed to fit over prescription glasses.

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Biker with a Badge

By M.W. Simpson

I was out on the scoot this past month {yes, between the rain storms} when I saw a familiar sight along the interstate.

It was a police vehicle and a road ranger helping a motorist. Without hesitation, I checked my mirrors, hit the turn signal and made a lane change to the middle lane of the 3 lane highway. The car behind me did the same but not the third vehicle.

I just shook my head and wondered what planet he was from. The “Move Over Law” has been on the books in Florida for 13 years and is a law that is now in every state. The penalties vary from state to state with some netting high fines and even jail time. In Florida it’s a fine and points on your license, which can equate to higher insurance rates… for several years. This is a simple law we can live with. So can the first responders who live with the fact that over 170 law enforcement officers have been killed in roadside crashes since 1999. In addition to the tow truck operators, fire and paramedics that respond every day to calls for service along our highways.

The actual move over law started in South Carolina when a distracted driver (that’s PC for a rubber-necker) at a crash scene veered off the road just enough to nail a paramedic. The crash sent the fireman into the windshield of a van and over the roof. His arm and leg were broken and his recovery took some time. Investigators realized that there were no laws on the books to protect service workers. By the letter of the law they were merely pedestrians. A law was drafted and in March of 1996, the first Move-Over law was passed. Now admittedly, I began this article with the thought that everyone that has seen the light of day and drives a motor vehicle knows about this law. They just need a reminder now and then. But Nooo, Mr. I’m-not-smarter-than-a-fifth-grader. At a couple of adult beverage joints I have asked fellow 2-wheelers if Florida had a move over law. The majority of the dozen or so had the right answer. But… there are those out there that are, well, out there. Some related the Move over 8

law to yielding to emergency vehicles.

Well that’s a start, but when pressed about the real law, few knew the actual procedure. The award going to the girlcager who was quite proud to announce that she is sure to blow her horn to let the people on the side of the road know she is coming by. OH! So you’re the one that nearly made me wet my pants! Thanks a lot. The part of the law that tends to mess with people’s heads is the reduction of speed in certain situations. So here it is… in black and white…the answer to the quiz…the requirements of the Florida Move Over Law. Florida Statute 316.126 Operation of vehicles and actions of pedestrians on approach of authorized emergency vehicle (b)(1)(2) •On a two-lane roadway, you are required to slow to a speed that is 20 miles per hour less than the posted speed limit.

•If the speed limit is 20 miles per hour or less, you must slow down to five miles per hour.

•If you are driving on an interstate or roadway with multiple lanes of travel in the same direction, and you approach an emergency or law enforcement vehicle parked along the roadway, you must vacate the lane closest to that vehicle

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as soon as it is safe to do so. If you are not able to safely move over, you must slow down to a speed of 20 MPH below the posted speed limit unless directed otherwise by a law enforcement officer.

• Violating the move over law puts both yourself and a public safety professional at risk.

• Violating the move over law can result in a fine and points on your license.

• …and there is now this.

• Effective July 1, 2014, the law was changed to include sanitation vehicles and utility service vehicles News you can use! Did you know that you can get up-to-date traffic and road condition information at FL511.com. This site will list construction and sites and has traffic related incidents like crashes that may have the interstate shut down. There are Amber and Silver alerts; estimated travel times and traffic cameras. It is pretty handy and can be personalized for your computer and phone. Don’t forget to have your ECI (emergency contact info) on file. In case of emergency, first responders can access the Florida State website to retrieve your valuable info. Go to https://services.flhsmv.gov/eci/. Your personal information in Florida motor vehicle and driver records is blocked in accordance with the Driver Privacy Protection Act. B-safe

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Schools back in session and we want to know if you’re smart as a 1st grader.

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Tour de Tampa, A Go FAR Travel Extra The city of Temple Terrace was named for a type of orange that grows in the citrus groves that once dominated this area. On the eastern edge of our ride you’ll roll past the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, which is the sixth largest casino in the world. Nearby are the Florida State Fairgrounds and the Mid-Florida Credit Union Amphitheater where you’ll find activities and concerts throughout the year.

Next up is Ybor City, Tampa’s National Historic Landmark District. The shops and architecture show off the early resident’s Spanish, Cuban, and Italian influences. Quaint shops and a multitude of restaurants, bars, and nightclubs

By Mike Savidge

Tampa is Florida’s third largest city with a multi-cultural history that’s still evident today. The city offers an abundance of activities for those seeking music, food, arts, sports, entertainment, or the best Cuban sandwich on the planet.

was the staging point for Teddy Roosevelt’s Rough Riders invasion of Cuba and for many years was known as the “Cigar Capital of the World” producing more than 500 million handrolled cigars annually at its peak.

The first Spanish explorers sailed into BEST MOTORCYCLE SERVICE IN TOWN! Tampa Bay in 1528 but it wasn’t until Fort Brooke was established in 1824 that the 2101 N 22nd Street Tampa, FL 33605 area had a permanent settlement. The city Tampa has a population 813-247-1166 www.TheRideFactoryTampa.com of about 335,000 and is bounded on the west by Old Tampa Bay and on the south by Hillsborough Bay. The city is make Ybor an entertainment destination made up of many diverse neighborhoods for locals and visitors. and our scenic ride offers you a chance to sample some of the most interesting Follow the trolley tracks to the Channelside district which has the Florida areas.

Aquarium, the cruise terminal, and the In North Tampa, the University of South SS American Victory Museum which is a Florida, which was founded in 1956, has WWII era Victory ship. The once vibrant a large campus where they offer more Channelside Place has a few restaurants than 180 degree programs ranging from and shops still open with plans being medicine, to business, to technology made for a major renovation. A slap and the arts to nearly 48,000 students. shot down the street is the Amalie Arena Directly across Fowler Avenue is the which is where the Tampa Bay Lightning Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) (NHL) and Tampa Bay Storm (AFL) play which has been described as a scientific their home games. It’s also the site for playground. Just south are Adventure hundreds of concerts throughout the Island, a popular water park, and year. This area fronts Garrison Channel Busch Gardens, a combination zoo and and is also home to the Tampa Bay amusement park, which attracts tourists History Center, the Tampa Convention Center and several large hotels. from around the world.

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Downtown, the tall, modern office buildings provide a backdrop to Curtis Hixon Park, a grassy expanse along the Hillsborough River. Flanking the park are the Tampa Museum of Art, The Glazer Children’s Museum, The Straz Performing Arts Center, and the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts. A short walk from the park is the historic Tampa Theater, which features movies and concerts in a lavish Mediterranean courtyard setting.

Opened in 1926, the theater was the first commercial building in Tampa to offer air-conditioning. The Tampa Riverwalk is a 1.8 mile pedestrian trail along the river which was recently opened.

The University of Tampa is one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks. The school, which was founded in 1933, occupies the former Tampa Bay Hotel which was built by railroad and shipping magnate Henry B. Plant. The silver colored Moorish minarets, domes, and cupolas give it an appearance that is very distinct and a location along the Hillsborough River has made it a popular training location for college rowing teams from around the nation who have developed a tradition of tagging the seawalls with artwork.

Bayshore Boulevard runs alongside the western shore of You’ll also find motorcycle-only designated parking spaces on Hillsborough Bay. At 4.5 miles, its sidewalk is said to be the a few streets and in some of the parking garages. You pay for longest continuous sidewalk in the world. The roadway is lined street parking at free standing kiosks during weekdays but with many large historic homes and offers panoramic views of weekends are free of charge.

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Tour Tampa

We’re giving you something different this month, an urban scenic ride. No rolling countryside vistas on this trip. We’ve designed a route that will show off some of Tampa’s most interesting Points of Interest. Entertainment attractions, historic neighborhoods, sports stadium, and Tampa’s waterfront are all on this tour. Check out our feature story on Tampa in this issue for more information on this great city.

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Off Road Riding: Innovations

By Lowell Anderson

Over the last few years there have been so many innovations that have been brought into the motorcycle market. Many of these new ideas really make you wonder what the future holds for motorcycling. Electric bikes have been around for quite some time now. Companies like Brammo and Zero have been developing electric offroad motorcycles for quite a few years now. I used to look at these bikes and think they were just a fad that would come and go.

Now with all the innovations in design and capability, an electric motorcycle doesn’t seem like too bad of an idea.

The bikes have become very agile, have a decent weight now due to the lighter more powerful Lithium batteries, and deliver power in bunches! There have been new innovations in charging these bikes that make the range off a single charge far better than you might expect.

It doesn’t seem like too far of a stretch to consider buying one of these bikes anymore and as they improve, the prices seem to be declining as well!

I have had the chance to ride one of these bikes, and the one thing that I really enjoyed was the experience. It was otally different than your standard gas powered motorcycle. They deliver instant power and the handling is very comparable to a standard bike. The one thing that really caught me off guard 18

was the fact that these bikes make very little noise! It’s an unusual experience to ride a bike and not have the rumble of the engine to help you subconsciously determine the shift points. Every bump in the road is noticeable simply because you hear it and feel it. I think the loudest part of the bike was the chain running on the sprocket. Humming down the road with the constant “Zzzirrrrrrrr!” Really unusual if you are used to riding loud gas powered bikes!

The other thing I noticed was the lack of vibration. This bike was smooth. It felt like I was riding a really cool sewing machine.

It’s really strange, but at the same time… peaceful. Once I got accustomed to it, I have to admit I was impressed!

Many of the OEMS have been working on alternative powered bikes for some time now. I recently saw a video for a compressed air powered motorcycle that was very interesting as well. An air tank of compressed air provided power to the bike via a normal hand throttle.

The more you twisted the throttle, the higher the volume of compressed air released to the turbine which powered the rear wheel.

Really unique concept, and it made total sense.

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It makes you wonder if these bikes will ever really catch on. Switching over to alternative powered machines would be great in some ways. Less fuel being burned means less pollution in the air.

Quiet bikes means more riding areas because people won’t be able to complain about the noise. There are surely downsides too. Making and disposing of large production runs of Lithium batteries would be one thing. The effect an air bike could have on the fossil fuel market and the overall economy could be detrimental in some ways.

If you ever get a chance to ride one of these bikes, do it! Well worth your time!

I am not sure what the future holds, but surely something will eventually have to change. Until then keep your eye out for the new innovations. I’m still waiting on a bike that makes me ride better!

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Road Trippin’

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It is being predicted by a huge number of “In the Know” folks that we have entered into the beginning of the end. Well I can’t say one way or the other but I can tell you this for a fact, we have entered into the beginning of the end of this year’s riding season as far as takin’ any long road trips that would lead us too far north are concerned.

September is the start of the fall season.

The day after Labor Day is, Dooms Day for the northern three quarters of the country, parks close, beaches close and the sun goes into its long hibernation!

For some of us though, fall is one of the best and most excitin’ times of the year to take one of those closer-to-home road trips. Cooler temperatures and shorter days trigger nature’s most magnificent metamorphous. A green planet is transformed into a kaleidoscope of mind blowing, dazzling color!

Living more than the first half of my life mostly in Michigan and a few years in Montana, I’ve seen a lotta fall seasons come and go and yea I did enjoy the color change of the season to some extent. However, what it really meant was it was time to get ready for that, L O N G miserable, snowy, overcast, gloomy, bitter and cold winter that loomed just around the corner. You would soon be seeing trucks with snow plows hanging off the front ends, mountains of salt being piled up at strategic locations along the highways and all the stores gearing up with winter clothes, snow boots etc.

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We Have Entered The Last Days folks who owned a snow mobile or pair you look in the rear view mirror, “O’ Yea of skis! they have the Old Man Winter months quickly coming their way and I have the The mountains of Georgia, Tennessee, best months for riding quickly coming my South Carolina and Kentucky offer more way”! Yep, for sure, while they’re making miles of fabulous ridin’ then you could plans to close up their summer cottages ride in a 100 lifetimes. You could easily and winterize their bikes before Winter spend two weeks just ridin the Blue huffs and puffs the summer away by Ridge Parkway if you really took the time blowin’ in the first “Killer” frost, you’ll be to stop along the way to explore it. Now sittin’ on the deck at your favorite seaside I’m not suggesting that these places are pub makin’ plans with your ridin’ buds the only places to catch some terrific for Daytona’s Biketoberfest. No one ever colors and get in tune with nature, I’m said life was fair! just using them as few prime examples of what there is within a days ride from Hey folks if you like the high quality of central Florida. this magazine, let our sponsors know, drop your cash at their shop.

I’ve been on a couple fabulous bike color tours, but if you exclude the “bike” from Keep the wind in your face and the sun to the equation, I’ve been on several color your back. Catch ya at the next gas stop. tours. I’ve even been on one in Michigan that was a boat tour along the shore of Have a question or comment?

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With a little time invested in research you’ll be able to set up an unbelievable road trip without having to remortgage the house. Some planning, along with some friendly networking, and early fall can be a fantastic time to head out. The temperatures will be more conducive to ridin’ and the nights just right for camping. The roads will be less congested with the beginning of the new school year and end of the summer tourist season, and prices for hotel lodging comes down.

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Kruisin With Kati

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A New Riding Season

Check it out, only a few more weeks until the first Downtown Ft Myers Bike night of the season… it’s been such a quiet summer so I believe the downtown area is really gonna rock big time. I can see it now; the streets are going to fill up early with motorcycles of all kinds. Vendors, live bands and tons of bikes, I can’t wait!

Remember this event is the 2nd Saturday every other month starting in November with the last one being in May. You can find the magazine booth set up near the corner of First and Hendry. Come by and say Hi. We took a ride up to the mountains!

Don’t laugh but it was in the car and we took Bella with us. Our first long trip with a dog and not sure we knew what we were getting into. How are we going to eat with a dog along and is she going to go nuts being cooped up in the back seat for a few days? Well everything just seemed to work out as we went, this is doable again. We took lots of scenic breaks and at dinner time we called in orders then ate in the room. I really am impressed by the quality and amount of food we were given. During the day we visited pet friendly parks and at hotel time we looked for places that were pet friendly too. The first night in Dahlonega we weren’t so lucky with getting a room but even they made an exception once we were pulling out of the parking lot, they come got us and told us just this one time. Yeah right, I guess the loss of one hundred bucks made a difference after giving it a second thought. Some of the other nights the hotel charged ten dollars for pets, that’s not so bad.

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had to make it home in. Pulled in and the bike shut off again and there is where it sat until HD could come get it. Can you imagine if we’d headed out on vacation on the bikes? We would have never even made it out of state. I’ve been thinking a lot lately about trading the Freewheeler for a Can-Am Spyer. I never hear of them having issues and I’d really like to start getting back in the wind daily.

Well the riding season is here and the events are plenty. Be careful and aware while you’re out there. One destination I can think of you should put on your list is the Buckingham Blues Bar in Buckingham. This time of year Tommy (the owner) gets some of the best blues players to perform. Tommy also plays and he’s got some very good cd’s out. Check out his ad on the puzzle page for the exact address or go to BuckinghamBar. com for even more info.

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