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Brand-New Gold Wing Unveiled!

A Look at Heated Riding Apparel —and More!

An Exercise in Trip Planning

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January 2013 • Volume 36 Issue 1

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Publicly announced just last November, the brand-new Gold Wing F6B from Honda (shown on cover in red) is an 1800cc trimmed-down bagger with a low-cut windshield, no reverse or travel trunk and blacked-out styling. For more information on the new Wing, see articles on pages 14 and 24 of this issue). Photo courtesy of American Honda/Kevin Wing.

“Where’s Wingy” Contest Rules (SEE PAGE 82 for details.)

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F e a t u r e s A Look at Heated Riding Apparel—and More! ............................................................................30 An Exercise in Trip Planning: Wing Ding 35 from the West ........................................................52 Brand-New Gold Wing Unveiled: Honda's Next Generation Flagship......................................24 The 2012 Run for the Wall, Part 2 ....................................................................................................34 What it Took to Become the 2011 Chapter of the Year ..............................................................40

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Find-A-friend Program ............................................................................................................................4 Get Safe!: Run the Red? Is that Legal?................................................................................................22 Investigating the Arts in Greenville, S.C. ..........................................................................................70 Leading...What is it Really All About? ................................................................................................66 New Year Specials ..................................................................................................................................68 Product Report: The Fox Light Scanner – 7 Color ........................................................................12 Ride Better: Why Safety Training—and Gear—Matter ....................................................................51 Some Product Reports—Past and Future ........................................................................................50 The RED PAGE from American Honda ............................................................................................14 Trike Tracks Section ..............................................................................................................................57 2012 Index of Articles ..........................................................................................................................42 D E P A R T M E N T S

Acts of Kindness ..............................................10 Advertisers Listing............................................93 Association Leader Listing..............................84 A Word from Your Director ............................7 Classifieds ..........................................................81 Did You Know?..................................................75 Events ..................................................................83 Finishing Touches ..............................................92 Golden Dealers ................................................18 GWRRA Official Products ............................90

GWRRA/Rescue Application ........................75 GWRRA Rescue Plus ......................................72 Hall of Fame ......................................................82 In Memoriam ....................................................82 In the Zone ..........................................................8 Just Jokin’ ..............................................................6 Motorcycle Goodies ........................................78 News Briefs........................................................16 Product Previews..............................................20

GWRRA MONTHLY SURVEY - SEE PAGE 82 January 2013

Readers’ Responses ........................................28 Readers’ Rides ..................................................88 Wing Ding 35 Application ..............................73 Wing Ding 35 Housing....................................76 Wing Ding 35, Greenville, SC Map ..............77 Wordsearch Puzzle ..........................................93 Word Puzzle (Cryptogram) Answer for Prior Month ......................................................93 Workbench ........................................................44

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Wow, what a neat sight…but we’ve still got our hands on the throttles! Says Robert Baker (GWRRA #295290, of Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada): “This photo was taken during our trip up the Alaska Highway last summer. On the lead Gold Wing is me with my wife, Penny. On the blue Wing is my brother-in-law Todd Dobbyn and his wife, Kim, of Grande Prairie, Alberta.” Photo by Laurie Thompson. 6

COPYRIGHT© 2012 Gold Wing Road Riders Association, Inc. GWRRA (a nonprofit organization) is a completely separate entity from Honda Motor Company, Ltd., and is not affiliated with any organization. Honda®, Gold Wing®, Aspencade®, Interstate®, Valkyrie® and Hondaline® are Honda trademarks. Gold Wing Road Riders Association used by permission of and agreement with American Honda Motor Company, Inc. Publication of any article, photograph, illustration or advertisement should not be construed as an endorsement by GWRRA of specific products, accessories or practices. The opinions expressed in the articles in Wing World are the opinions of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the viewpoint of the Gold Wing Road Riders Association.

Wing World

A Word From your GWRRA Director

Courtesy and Respect —a Good Way to Start 2013 As we usher in 2013, let me and Linda first say that we hope everyone had a joyous holiday season and we wish you a Happy and Healthy New Year. It’s difficult to believe six months have already elapsed since I became your Director. During that time, I’ve had the opportunity to meet with and/or correspond with many of you! We’ve exchanged a lot of ideas; this has given me a much better understanding of the direction in which you’d like to see our organization move. We’ve talked about fun, pride, structure, events, membership retention and growth, preserving the legacy of our Chapters and much more. That said, it’s important to note that teamwork is essential to the successful implementation of many of our ideas. In order to be a successful team, we have to be open to each individual’s ideas and contributions. In some cases, we’ll find ourselves agreeing to disagree but, hopefully, we’ll always do so in a professional and courteous manner. So, as we begin 2013, I’d like to share with you my viewpoints on professional and courteous communication and mutual respect—both of which I believe are essential in order to avoid, or at least minimize, conflicts. Disagreements are inevitable—they surface in all parts of our lives and, at times, can test our patience and our ability to deal with emotional situations calmly and courteously. But for some, there’s a difference in how they approach emotional situations depending on whether they’re a paid employee or a volunteer. Now here’s where some of you may disagree with me, but I believe that one would not write or say things that are unprofessional and discourteous at a job (where such comments could be detrimental to one’s livelihood). Not that one needs to “sugarcoat” his or her concerns, but there are ways that are professional and courteous to voice feedback and there are ways that are not. As your Director, I’ve had the opportunity to see many communications crisscross the entire organization—and some of those communications have left me wondering whether or not the writer would have written that same January 2013

type of terse message had it been to a supervisor or the president of his/her company instead. In other words, it seems that, for some, just being a Member of GWRRA gives them the perception that it’s suddenly appropriate to communicate in a confrontational manner; they have the right to come on too strong with those who are only trying to help them. But such a confrontational stance is not a good approach to get someone else to consider one’s point of view or to attempt to resolve a problem in a timely manner! Positive ways in which we can deal with our concerns in a professional manner include these: Take time to seek out the facts; don’t react to initial perceptions; and promote early communication. I chose this topic because I believe that if we want to continue to build our organization as a team and accomplish the things you’ve asked for, then we all need to work together with courtesy and professionalism. We’re all here to have fun, to enjoy our sport of motorcycling, to meet and build new friendships and to add to our GWRRA family. After all, I have yet to meet anyone who joined for the sole purpose of getting aggravated, being upset and spending their time involved in a conflict of personalities. That only takes away from the very essence of our organization—Friends for Fun, Safety and Knowledge! As we begin a new year together, I’m asking you to consider the potentially “emotional side” of an email, a letter, or a phone call. Please be mindful that we are all Members and, while there are times we may agree to disagree, let’s maintain respect and courtesy, regardless of any position we may or may not hold. If we can start out 2013 agreeing to treat each other with courtesy and respect, then we’ll be positioned for a fantastic year. Ride safe; be well. And, as always, remember that fun shall be the last word—so HAVE FUN! Jere Goodman Director of GWRRA ● 7

In the ZONE Sharon Stanley • Editor • editor@gwrra.org

2013 Brings Excitement at Wing World As briefly mentioned last month, some exciting changes will be taking place this year within the pages of Wing World magazine, in part due to your recent email survey responses (see an overview of them on page 84 of the December 2012 issue) and other feedback received throughout the year. Through both of these means you’ve, in general, let us know how much you already value your Association magazine but also some topics/article genres you’d like to see covered more often and more in-depth throughout the year. To that end, GWRRA has decided to pledge some new resources and efforts—including some extra time contributed by the Home Office staff team as well—toward providing you what you want! That said, a bit of “moving and shaking” will occur in 2013 in order to improve upon the magazine’s already solid foundation. No need to be concerned; we don’t intend to do a sudden, complete or drastic overhaul of your magazine, we’re just hoping to give you even more quality coverage of the things you really want to read and know about. Now we already told you last issue that the Home Office has chosen to add up to five more pages each month to the “Trike Tracks” section of the magazine (beginning in last month’s issue) and that it is also running a “Be on the Cover” photo contest, open to all Members (see details either on page 24 of the December 2012 issue or online on the GWRRA homepage at gwrra.org). But there are also several other notable changes afoot as well. For instance, respondents to the email survey noted that, when they jump on their bike for a ride, they usually cover 100 or more miles a day. They also mentioned that, most often, they ride on the weekends. Therefore, we’re looking for ways to bring you “tourers” more help in planning your trips—including articles that include points to stop at along certain routes. Plus, we’re hoping to provide more maps so you can better visualize both the journey you may intend on taking in the future (in regard to that just-mentioned article) and the one your fellow Member took as you read his or her travel story that month. 8

On a more personal note, we’ll try to take some individual requests into account, such as this one from a Member who remarked: “Every time I look at an advertisement for Wing Ding, my first thoughts are: How far away is it, and how long will it take to get there? I think that it would be very convenient for Members who travel a distance to attend Wing Ding if you published a list of distances and travel times from a handful of major U.S. and Canadian cities to the host city so that our planning is that much quicker and easier. Please keep in mind that, if you choose to do this, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada should be considered one of the major centers. (Oh c’mon…humor me!)” And, in addition to some individual requests, our sincere hope is that one of the biggest changes you’ll soon see is more technical articles. Since the hands-down survey winner—when asked “What is your favorite section in Wing World?”—was “Workbench” (41%!), we’re pretty sure you’ll appreciate that uptick. Lastly, we’re going to call upon our resident Art Director, Kris Gaj, and his design partner, Keith Smith, to perform a little magic in reworking, retooling and redefining the layout and overall look of the magazine. Please keep in mind that these changes will take time since we want to make them both carefully and cleanly. Also, we apologize that we can’t cover every topic and/or make every type of adjustment suggested; however, we assure you we will do our best to at least take all suggestions into account. Our hope is that you will not only continue to love your Wing World magazine now, but even more so by the end of the year! Happy 2013! ●

Wing World

Acts

of Kindness

My Gold Book Experience

Angels from the 2012 Gold Book Cover

After the first day—and 616 scorching hot interstate miles—on our recent trip to Utah, my wife and I stopped for the evening in Ogallala, Nebraska. But the next morning, when I turned the bike’s ignition key and pushed the starter button, there was nothing. What a sinking feeling! It was already hot, and getting hotter by the minute. Now what? I thought. The battery is only two years old and from Battery Plus, so surely it can’t be the battery. Plan A was to check the battery bolts and start pulling and examining fuses and relays. I found the battery bolts to be tight and everything else fine. But I did notice a faint, annoying beeping coming from the upper left rear of the bike; I discovered the source to be the Battery Bug I had hooked up the evening before we’d left. It read fully charged but “-0-%”. As I headed back inside the motel to find the phone book for places that might sell motorcycle batteries, I remembered I had my Gold Book with me. I looked up Ogallala, Nebraska and was relieved to find the name and phone number of Gary Schrack. I called the number and Mrs. Schrack answered. After I explained who I was and our situation, she said she had no idea who’d have a battery but gave me the cell phone number of her husband, Gary. He was in North Platt at the time for his GL1800 brake recall. I called Gary and he referred me to Eichners, the only powersports dealer in Ogallala (that sells Kawasaki Jet Skis and ATVs). Eichners was about five miles away, so Gary told me to call back his wife and ask her to give us a ride. If Eichners didn’t have a battery, he said, I should call him back and he’d buy one for us at the Honda dealer he was at.

On a recent fall foliage trip to the Smoky Mountains, our group rode up to Cherokee, North Carolina and rode the Blue Ridge Parkway to Waynesville, where we stopped for lunch. On our return to the Blue Ridge, I dropped my 2010 GL1800 at a stop sign to the entrance of the parkway. My foot was pinned beneath it.

I pulled the battery, and Mrs. Schrack arrived shortly thereafter—in her air-conditioned car, thankfully. At Eichners, they tested the battery and said it was no good (showed fully charged but “-0- amps”). However, they happened to have new, fully charged Yuasa batteries on hand ready for jet skis, and they happened to be the same batteries for GL1800s! Mrs. Schrack then drove us back to our bike; I installed the new battery, and the bike fired right up.

Two wonderful EMTs just happened to be passing by. They stopped to help and had ice on hand to help with the swelling. Also in my group were three angels—Frankie and Mike O’Harrow of SC-J and Mike Epperson of SC-I. Although there was no damage to my bike, I was unable to ride it back to the motel. Rescue Plus was called and Mike O. waited with me until well after dark—on a cold mountainside, bless his heart—while the others went on. Later, Mike E., formerly of SC-J and now a resident of Franklin, North Carolina, quickly volunteered to ride my bike home to Myrtle Beach as I followed in her truck.

Thanks to the Schracks, the Gold Book and the Battery Bug, we were able to quickly resolve a very dismal situation. It made for a very pleasant and memorable experience overall. Luck also had a huge part in this as well; if it had happened just a couple days later, the Schracks would have been gone on vacation! This was our first Gold Book usage, and I’ll never leave on a trip without it! Larry and Bev Thole GWRRA #324709 Cedar Rapids, IA

I am so fortunate to have these friends in my life. I cannot thank them enough! While you may not recognize their names, they ride the three now-famous GL1000 bikes on the cover of the 2012 Gold Book! [See photo above.] June Mirabella GWRRA #81290 Myrtle Beach, SC ● Wing World

PRODUCT REPORT

The Fox Light Scanner - 7 Color By Bob MacBird, GWRRA Light Show Veteran and MEP Classic Wing S.I.G. Representative

The folks at GL1800.net are offering an interesting light unit they call the Fox Light Scanner Type for Motorcycle/Cruiser Bike – 7 Colors. And after playing with it for a few days, I must say that I like it! It’s very bright and unique, and you can check it out at a couple of YouTube videos like http://youtu.be/FdhlUrHdd0U and http:// youtu.be/Igomk0ph6Sk. (The links for these can also be found on the company’s GL1800.net website.) About the Unit The unit is slightly bendable to fit the back of a GL1800 nicely, so it should stay in place once properly bent and installed. There are two colored wires (black and red) at one end that may require a hole to be drilled to make a clean installation but, if you’re creative, you might be able to install it without having to drill this hole. Though the one-page operating guide for the remote is a bit vague, once you get used to it the remote is predictable. The guide instructs you to “install the light with fixed wires or double-sided tape”. (However, since there are no holes in the unit, I don’t see what they mean by installing it with “fixed wires”.) The center A button works as the ON/OFF switch, as described, and the B and C buttons operate as Speed Up / Slow Down, as described. The other buttons do things that, though not fully described, are actually quite nice once you play with it for awhile. In fact, there’s one mode that you can reach by playing with the D button that has a wig-wag, red-blue police light effect that could be useful in parades or by police officers. What I Liked Most If someone wanted to use this light unit only as an additional brake light, it is VERY effective. And once set up with the remote, the included toggle switch allows it to be used as a brake light and show light. However, the hand-held remote that changes the patterns must be pointed at the light to work, which means you’d have to get off of the bike to make any changes to it; you cannot operate the light unless the infrared “eye” sees the unit. That said, it’s possible to lock it in only red, to be legal in all states, or to set up some very wild random patterns to get other drivers’ attention. When used like that, it’s a very positive addition.

The remote uses an easy-to-replace CR2025 battery and came shipped with a thin and easy-to-remove battery protector to ensure that the battery was fresh. This light unit also has a built-in memory function that remembers where it was last set, so once you set it for a color and pattern you like, it will stay like that when the power is turned off and then back on. A Couple Things I’d Change…and My Recommendation Personally, I feel it would be a bit nicer if the unit had a lightly smoked lens so that it would look better in the daytime, but that’s just my own preference. Also, the kit does not include any way to install this surface-mounted light; it would be better if it came with enough double-sided 3M tape to adhere it as well as a small alcohol pad to clean the light and the surface before installation. In addition, even though the unit is composed of LEDs, when left on for awhile it does generate a very tiny amount of heat in some modes. Though not enough heat to be of any real concern, it may cause the light to come loose if the adhesive tape is not fully set. Lastly, I got the impression that the operating guide was translated from Chinese because of how it read, and the remote doesn’t have any way to attach it to a key chain, so it could possibly be misplaced easily. That said, though, I would recommend this light as a very versatile and beautiful addition to any GL1800 or GL1500. Yes, I found that this light also fits the GL1500 and works well with it! And the light measures 21-3/4 inches long, so you may even be able to use it on a GL1200 or, perhaps, a motorcycle trailer. ●

Wing World

January 2013

NEWS b r i e f s “WHERE’S WINGY” CONTEST WINNER FOR NOVEMBER ISSUE Congratulations go to Diana McKenzie of Cumberland, Maryland for finding “Wingy” (seen here) on page 81 of the November 2012 issue. Wingy was located in the “Just Jokin’” photo, to the middle and right, by the people in the distance. Diana won $50; and you could, too! Just search for Wingy—he’ll be located (most often, but not always) within the editorial text or photos—and send in your entry. (For complete rules and eligibility requirements, see page 82 of this issue.)

REMINDER: GWRRA’S “QUESTION OF THE MONTH” Questions are posted on the homepage of GWRRA’s website. To participate, please visit gwrra.org each month to take part in these surveys.

This month’s question is: Why do you continue to renew your membership in GWRRA?

❑ GWRRA Benefit Programs (Rescue Program, ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑

discounts, etc.) Wing World Magazine GWRRA Chapters Continue Friendships Annual Convention / Wing Ding GWRRA Programs (i.e. Rider Ed., Leadership Training, MED, etc.) Gold Book GWRRA Message Boards All of the Above

NEW INTERNATIONAL DEPUTY DIRECTORS INTRODUCE THEMSELVES

At Wing Ding 34 last year, Mike and Angie Mitchell— former Virginia District Directors—were announced as new International Deputy Directors, replacing Jere and Linda Goodman, who were announced onstage at Opening Ceremonies as being your new Directors of GWRRA. Say Mike and Angie: “We joined GWRRA in 1993, and it has been a great ride ever since. We quickly joined the Operations ranks when we were asked to serve as Assistant Chapter Directors of VA-U in Hanover, Virginia. 16

During the next 13 years, we served as Chapter Directors, Senior Chapter Directors, Assistant District Directors, District Directors, Region Directors and Senior Region Directors. Then we took a short ‘break’ from Operations as I [Mike] joined the Event Management Group in support of Wing Ding and also of Special Projects for the Home Office. Additionally, I have served as OCP Coordinator. A couple of years ago, we joined the Operation ranks again when we served again as Assistant District Directors, and then District Directors, for Virginia. During our tenure, we were honored as Senior District Directors and, at Wing Ding last year, were blown away when we were named your ‘International Directors of the Year’! Wow! And now we are also honored to hold the position of GWRRA International Deputy Directors. Our time spent in Operations in the various levels has allowed us to become knowledgeable in all of the Programs, and we have taken advantage of all that Rider Ed, Leadership Training and Member Enhancement has to offer. I am a Rider Ed Presenter, and we both are LTP Instructors and have been involved in writing and implementing several Seminars and Programs. Our current ride is a 2012 Blue 1800, and our love of the organization stems from the relationships we’ve cultivated and the thousands of friends we’ve made. We’ve always said that: ‘If you enjoy the people you meet and don’t sweat the small stuff, you can have fun doing just about anything!’ We look forward to meeting many more folks and to making many more friends in GWRRA!”

MSF TO HOST INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE SAFETY CONFERENCE AT INAUGURAL AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL MOTORCYCLE EXPO EVENT For the inaugural American Interna-tional Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) this October 16-20 in Orlando, Florida, Marketplace Events Motorcycle Group makes one of its most significant announcements—the inclusion of the U.S.based ifz/MSF International Safety Conference. The conference will present the latest groundbreaking research to promote rider safety, including the sharing of preliminary results obtained from the “MSF 100 Motorcyclists Naturalistic Study”. “From its very inception, AIMExpo has been designed to energize the motorcycle industry in the United States,” says Mike Webster, Marketplace Events Trade Show Division President. “Bringing together hundreds of individuals all focused on improving motorcycle safety is certainly part of that vision, and we’re glad the MSF Board of Trustees chose our event for this prestigious gathering.” AIMExpo will bring industry, media, and consumers together under one roof, at one time, in one place; never before in the North American motorcycle marketplace has such a concept ever been developed. “We are very excited about hosting an international safety conference on U.S. soil,” says MSF Vice President Robert Gladden. For more information, log onto AIMExpoUSA.com. ●

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Golden DEALERS A selection of Member-written letters saluting excellent service HASTINGS HONDA HASTINGS, NEBRASKA I want to nominate Hastings Honda, of Hastings, Nebraska as a golden dealer. Here are the details of my story… I live in Glendale, Arizona. Last year, my annual trip destination was Upstate New York, and I left home in the early morning of June 23, 2012. I made my way through New Mexico, Colorado, Wyoming, Nebraska and then back down into Kansas…and that’s where my story begins. It was Tuesday, June 26, and I was just south of Smith Center, Kansas. I was heading north on Highway 281 and was arguably the happiest Wing rider within a 1,000-mile radius. But just as I came into Smith Center, my bike began feeling a little unusual; it took but a moment to realize the back tire was losing pressure. I immediately pulled over, and my first thought was that this had better not ruin the next 18 days of my trip—one I’d been planning for the last six months! The first thing I did was look at the clock; it was just after 2 p.m. Then I got out the Gold Book and looked for a local dealer—but no luck. The next thing I did was call Rescue Plus. I explained my situation, and they said they’d call me back in 30 minutes. In the meantime, I walked down to a local restaurant for a late lunch.

Rescue Plus soon called back and said the closest dealer they could find that had the Dunlop Elite in stock was Hastings Honda. My first thought was, That’s great, but how the heck am I going to get my bike from Smith Center, Kansas to Hastings, Nebraska? A few minutes later, the Rescue Plus rep called back to say they’d contacted the closest towing agent but that it would take them about an hour to arrive. In the meantime, I called Hastings Honda and spoke with one of the service techs. I explained my situation and asked what time they closed for the day. I also asked if there were any way possible they could do me a huge favor and maybe extend their closing hours past 5 p.m. so they could at least store my bike for the night. The tech said he’d see what he could do. About 3:30, the tow truck arrived. It took 15 minutes to get loaded and tied down before we were on our way. I tried calling the shop once we were loaded, but we didn’t have cell service there or for most of the trip. It wasn’t until we were close to Hastings that I was able to call, and it was already past 5 p.m. There was no answer, so I had no idea whether or not anyone would be at the shop when we arrived. We pulled in right at 5:30, and the shop looked closed. But before the tow truck even came to a stop, the maintenance garage door opened and out came Brian, the dealership owner. He motioned the driver where to park and, within just a few minutes, my bike was off the truck, in the shop and up on the lift. Brian walked me through the showroom and back to the lounge area, where I relaxed while he went to work. In no more than 30 minutes, I heard Brian walking back and saying to me, “You’re all set.” In 10 more minutes, the paperwork was done. I thanked Brian for such a huge favor and was on my way—this time, I had to have been the happiest Wing rider within a 2,000-mile radius! I was able to continue my trip up through North Dakota, Michigan, into Canada, Upstate New York, Pennsylvania and eventually made my way back to Arizona, logging just over 7,500 miles. If anyone is close to Hastings and needs anything at all, I’m sure Brian and his staff will be more than glad to help. I can’t speak for any other Honda dealership owners, but I do think it’s extremely rare that an owner keep the shop open and do the work himself unless he’s committed to providing outstanding customer service. And before I close, I just have to say that we have a beautiful country—and I am looking forward to my 2013 trip! Douglas R. Ault GWRRA #177612 Glendale, AZ ● Wing World

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VEGA HELMET’S NEW ECHO PLUG & GO

Vega Helmet says: “As the leader in quality helmets and riding gear at an affordable price, we now introduce the Echo™ Plug & Go—a convenient handlebar-mounted mobile device holder and charger. Designed to accommodate a variety of handheld electronics up to 4-1/4” wide or tall, the Plug & Go securely holds in place your cell phone, GPS or MP3 player while charging it at the same time. ‘Vega strives to offer customers products with functional design and great value,’ adds Jeanne DeMund, vice president of Vega Helmet. ‘The Echo Plug & Go was carefully selected to meet this criteria.’ The Plug & Go system keeps your device safe with an internal resistor for surge protection and a waterproof charger. The mounting clamp fits most bikes and adjusts to differently sized handlebars, from 7/8” to 1-1/4” in diameter. The connector to the bike battery post is included, made via a ring terminal harness.” The Echo Plug & Go comes with iPhone, mini-USB and 3.5mm round charging tips. MSRP is $64.99. For more information, and to order, call (425) 656-0683 or visit vegahelmet.com.

BIKEMASTER® ANNOUNCES ITS NEW 7/8” HEATED MOTORCYCLE GRIPS

Says Bikemaster: “We are introducing our new BikeMaster 7/8” Heated Grips! They deliver heat faster than traditional heated grips, thanks to a highly efficient heating design. With the elegant, open-end construction, they are both stylish and functional while staying affordable. They have a 5-level temperature controller so you can avoid any uncomfortable temperatures. The rubber material composing these grips resists the outdoor environment and provides a comfortable and secure grip, even at high temperatures. Two specifications to keep in mind are that they are for 7/8” handlebars and they are suitable only for 12V DC applications. MSRP is $59.99 (Part #101922). To order BikeMaster products, contact your local Tucker Rocky dealer. For assistance locating a dealer, call customer service at (877) 8481320 or visit bikemaster.com and click on the dealer locator tab. (You can like us on Facebook at facebook.com/bikemaster.products.)”

BIG BIKE PARTS’ 2-PORT USB AUXILIARY SOCKET

Big Bike Parts says it has introduced its latest 2-Port USB Auxiliary Socket, which allows charging of USB electronic devices. Says the company: “This Auxiliary Socket has two 2.1 amp USB power plugs for use in charging MP3, GPS, iPhones and other devices. Wire harness to Plug ’N Go on GL1800 2001-12 or use the universal splice connections to wire into any 12-volt system.” MSRP is $24.95 (Part #52-820). For more information, and to order, call (888) BIG-BIKE or visit bigbikeparts.com.

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RACE TECH’S NEW MX RIDE FOR THE CAUSE TEES

AMERICAN CUSHION INDUSTRIES’ NEW SEAT CUSHIONS FOR GL1500S

American Cushion Industries says: “We are pleased to announce the introduction of our new Comfort Enhanced Molded Replacement Seat Cushions for 19882000 1500 Gold Wings. Like our 1800 Models, they come with a Satisfaction Guarantee and, by January 2013, custom seat covers with available factory installation will be offered. But like our 1800 Models, you can reuse your original cover if serviceable—saving you money. Watch for our upcoming ads in your publication, Wing World magazine and, for more information, call (800) 643-3063 or visit americancushionind.net and order yours today.”

Says Race Tech: “We are excited to announce the special limited edition Race Tech Ride for the Cause tees that have been added to our line of apparel. With a limited quantity produced, these shirts are unique and will run out of stock fast! So support the cause and order yours today. Men's and Women's shirts are available for $14.99! (For more information on the MX Ride for the Cause, please visit mxrideforthecause.com.) Race Tech has a history of over 28 years producing the highest quality suspension components and tools, including Gold Valves for most types of motorcycles and ATVs, to distribute worldwide. You can also visit racetech.com to see the full line of Race Tech casual wear or for more information about Race Tech’s products, seminars and rider support program. Our phone number is (951) 279-6655. (Like Race Tech on Facebook and follow @RaceTechSuspen on Twitter.)” ●

industry NEWS WING TOURS HAWAII CLOSURE ON DECEMBER 21, 2012 Says Gary Kahn, President of Wing Tours Hawaii (wingtourshawaii.com): “Aloha everyone. After more than eight years of providing Gold Wing rentals and guided tours in Hawaii, we decided to close our doors and retire the business on December 21, 2012. We’ve had more than 400 riders and 300 passengers ride with us and would like to extend them a warm ‘Mahalo’ (thank you in Hawaiian); and a special thanks to all of you who wrote those beautiful articles and letters about your experiences with us. We’ve had a lot of fun with this venture, and it’s time for us to say ‘Pau Hana’ (finished work). Also, a special Mahalo/thank you to all those wonderful folks at Wing World magazine for all of your support and ‘Kokua’ (help). GWRRA will always have a special place in our hearts, and we wish all of you a safe and fun-filled ride.” January 2013

MCPRW A SUCCESS AT WING DING 2012 Says MCPRW (Motorcycle Park Reverse Wheel, first introduced in Wing World in the February 2012 issue) Founder, Charlie Thompson: “The MCPRW got rave reviews by many consumers at Wing Ding 34. ‘Wow!’; ‘Great idea.’; ‘Impressive.’ and ‘Looks stock and sleek.’ were just a few comments that could be heard coming from the MCPRW booth. There was a continuous flow of onlookers and consumers who stopped by, many of them giving positive reviews and great feedback. Some happy customers even rode in just to say ‘Hi’ and to show off their installed MCPRW wheels. MCPRW was such a success that, with votes from the public, this patented idea could even be presented on the TV show Shark Tank. Please see mcprw.com for details on how to vote; just click on the ‘Shark Tank’ tab.” ● 21

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Run the Red? Is that Legal? By Roger Riley, MO-I Motorist Awareness Division Coordinator, Jackson, Missouri

Recently, I was presented with an interesting opportunity to educate a non-riding person about recent changes in the traffic control signal device law—a law she believed I had recently broken.

How It Happened MO-I participants had been invited to a Ride For Kids™ event about two hours away from our home. However my wife, Marlene, and I, Motorist Awareness Division Coordinators for our Chapter, couldn’t ride it due to our GL1800 being in the shop. But we were able to jump on our trusty GL1000 to ride to the meet-up point to bid everyone farewell and safe riding. Just after the riders left, Marlene and I headed out for breakfast at Terri’s Cafe in Old Appleton, Missouri. Almost there, we were caught at a red light. The light didn’t change and didn’t change again. So, after sitting at the light for two full traffic light cycles—and with no other vehicles waiting to proceed behind us!—we made sure oncoming and side traffic was clear then made a left turn on red. For all intents and purposes, we “ran a red light”.

An Onlooker’s Surprise Right after doing so, we sat down at the restaurant and a waitress came to our table to take our order. When she returned with our beverages, she said, “I was coming up behind you at that red light back there and saw you run it. I wasn’t going to say anything, but I’ve never had anyone run a red light to get to my restaurant to eat before!” At first, we laughed along with her. But then we realized she was unaware of the Missouri law that allows motorcycles and bicycles to proceed through red lights when the detectors have failed to register the vehicle. We quickly took advantage of an opportunity to educate her on the law that allows left turns on red in our state—and in many others. 22

Missouri Law and More Missouri law generally states that, after an amount of time, a motorcyclist or bicycle rider can proceed through a red light as long as it is safe to do so. However, a rider must have clear lanes to proceed or have enough time to get through ahead of oncoming traffic. This of course does not mean the rider can run the light and be, unequivocally, protected by “the rules of the road”. But if cited for a violation, the state has provided an affirmative defense. For anyone who’s been delayed by a non-registering traffic signal, this is a welcome change. And it’s something I, and other riders I know, have taken advantage of here in Missouri and in other states that have similar laws. The benefit to motorcyclists is immeasurable, allowing us to continue our travels with less disruption as well as to not hold up the natural flow of other traffic on the highways and byways. After some research, we’ve learned that many states that allow such a turn require a rider to be stopped for no less than two cycles of the traffic signal while other states have a minimum number of minutes that the motorcyclist must remain stopped.

Closing Thoughts As always in cases like this, not all police jurisdictions understand, or even know, of these recent changes to traffic signal device laws in their states. Also, some municipalities may write the rider a ticket for running a red light, knowing that it may be cheaper for a rider to pay the fine than prove them wrong. But even after our enlightening restaurant encounter, I’m in a quandary. What we did is legal in several states; unfortunately, non-riding motorists may not be aware of the changes in their state laws that allow motorcyclists and bicyclists to “run the red” when all is clear. All they may believe is that we just put ourselves “above the law”. So, as law-abiding riders, I believe we should pick and choose wisely the instances in which we use this law, especially when it appears to the general public that we’re operating outside the law. After all, we never know what impact we’re having on the non-riding communities’ opinion of motorcyclists.

Warnings Though this maneuver is legal in several states, it is up to you to check your state laws—and/or the laws of the state in which you’re riding—regarding the legality of proceeding through a red light that does not detect your motorcycle. ●

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FOR YEARS, THE BEST MINDS AT HONDA AND THE GOLD WING ROAD RIDERS ASSOCIATION HAVE BEEN MULLING OVER THE SAME QUESTION: HOW DO WE APPEAL TO THE NEXT GENERATION OF GOLD WINGERS? THIS PAST NOVEMBER 8, AT A PRESS INTRODUCTION INSIDE AMERICAN HONDA’S SELDOM-SEEN MUSEUM OF BREAKTHROUGH

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CALIFORNIA, WE GOT A FIRSTHAND GLIMPSE OF HONDA’S ANSWER TO THAT QUESTION. MOTO-JOURNALISTS FROM A VARIETY OF MEDIA GATHERED INSIDE THE IMMENSE ROOMFUL OF HONDA’S HERITAGE. WITH APPETIZERS AND BEVERAGES IN HAND, WE GAZED AT PRISTINE EXAMPLES OF HONDA’S BEST ENGINEERING…THEN POLITELY PONDERED WHAT HONDA HAD CLOAKED UNDERNEATH SIX BLACK DRAPES. BASED ON WING WORLD’S INVITATION TO THE EVENT, WE SUSPECTED THE LARGEST DRAPED SHAPE WOULD BE A NEW MODEL GOLD WING—YET APPARENTLY ONE WITHOUT A TRAVEL TRUNK.

The Secret's Out! At last, the background music was hushed, the lights went down and the show began. American Honda’s Powersports Press Manager, Bill Savino, took the microphone as master of ceremonies. First he revealed a new CB1100 (ridden onstage by longtime GWRRA friend Gary Christopher). This was followed by an updated CBR600RR, three excitingly diverse versions of the CB500 and, finally, the bike we’d come to see—the brash newcomer designated as the Gold Wing F6B. And bold and brash it is indeed! Envisioning the Wing’s target market as young adults wanting to move up from sportbikes or cruisers, Honda has recast its top-ofthe-line 1800cc-torquemeister as a trimmed-down bagger with a low-cut windshield, no reverse or travel trunk and blacked-out styling. And weighing in at just 842 pounds soaking wet, the F6B is from 62 to 91 pounds lighter than your full-fairing and trunk-equipped 2013 GL1800. American Honda staffers who’ve ridden it say the F6B is exceptionally agile—while still being as comfortable as the full-dress Wings we know and love. 24

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The Gold Wing F6B: Honda’s Next Generation Flagship

Special for Wing World Text by Nick Hoppner. Photos by Kevin Wing and Nick Hoppner

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Additional Details Although the 29.1-inch seat height is the same as the tourer, the “gunfighter” cut of the rider’s saddle allowed me to flat-foot the F6B—good news for 29-inch inseams like mine. The backseat is comfortable, too—a relief for co-riders coming from paperthin sportbike butt pads, and the dynamic passenger handgrips (that deftly conceal the saddlebag latches) are perfectly placed for safety and security. However if you ride two-up often, you probably will want the deluxe model’s passenger backrest. Visually, the F6B is stunning. Please study the Honda photos by expert photographer Kevin Wing that accompany this article; its overall look is muscular, trim and flawless.

Closing Thoughts The F6B will be available by this February 2013 at your local dealership. Hopefully, by then we’ll have had a chance to ride this brawny beauty and share our seat-of-thepants impressions with you. Available in black or red on both standard and deluxe models, the former’s price is $19,999 while the latter’s price is $20,999. One thing’s for certain—the new, groundbreaking Gold Wing F6B continues the heritage of the Gold Wing/Valkyrie/Rune lineup…but in a younger-thinking way we can all enthusiastically welcome into our GWRRA lifestyle!

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Premium audio system features direct MP3/iPod connectivity. Multi-information screen features odometer/A&B tripmeters, clock, air temperature, saddlebag open indicator, audio controls and music information. Sleek lower cowl adds to the aggressive look. Stylish tail section incorporates passenger grab rails. Lockable, waterproof saddlebags offer large storage capacity. Convenient glove box. Deluxe model includes passenger backrest, centerstand, self-canceling turn signals and heated grips. Available in Black or Red on both standard and deluxe models.

Additional Features: ● Transferable three-year limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan. Gold Wing F6B: Features and Benefits: ● Innovative appearance with blacked-out styling, plus incredible performance put the Gold Wing F6B in a class of one. ● Blacked-out treatment applied to wheels, engine and frame. ● Shorty windscreen and gunfighter-style seat add to a unique persona. ● Powerful, fuel-injected 1832cc engine features a parallel twovalve cylinder head with direct shim-under-bucket valve actuation for strong and smooth power production plus rugged dependability. ● Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) incorporates two 40mm throttle bodies and six high-pressure programmed fuel injectors.

Honda Genuine Accessories*: ● Heated Grips††, Centerstand††, Color-Matched Passenger Backrest with Pad††, Rear Carrier, Backrest/ Rear Carrier Mounting Brackets††, Passenger Headset Junction, Accessory Socket, Tall Windscreen, LED Foglight Kit, Deluxe Helmet Headset (Full and Open), Saddlebag Cooler, Chrome Front Fender Rail, Chrome Front Fender Extension, Chrome Sidestand, Chrome Front Disc Cover, Chrome Bar Ends Honda Signature Accessories*: Saddlebag Liners, Saddlebag Lid Organizer, License Plate Frame, Saddlebag Mat Set

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2013 Gold Wing F6B: Specifications: Model: GL1800B / GL1800BD Engine Type: 1832cc liquid-cooled horizontally opposed six-cylinder Bore and Stroke: 74.0mm x 71.0mm Compression Ratio: 9.8:1 Valve Train: SOHC; two valves per cylinder Induction: PGM-FI Ignition: Computer-controlled digital with 3-D mapping Transmission: Five-speed including Overdrive Final Drive: Shaft Suspension Front: 45mm cartridge fork with anti-dive system; 4.8 inches travel Rear: Pro Arm single-side swingarm with Pro-Link single shock with remote-controlled spring preload adjustment; 4.1 inches travel

Brakes Front: Dual full-floating 296mm discs with CBS three-piston calipers Rear: Single ventilated 316mm disc with CBS three-piston caliper Tires Front: 130/70R-18 Rear: 180/60R-16 Wheelbase: 66.5 inches Rake (Caster angle): 29.15° Trail: 109mm (4.3 inches) Seat Height: 29.1 inches Fuel Capacity: 6.7 gallons Estimated Fuel Economy**: TBD Colors: Black, Red Curb Weight*: 842 pounds **Miles per gallon values are calculated estimates of fuel consumed during laboratory exhaust emissions tests specified by the EPA, not during on-road riding. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you ride and maintain your vehicle, weather, road conditions, tire pressure, cargo and accessories, rider and passenger weight and other factors. *Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and full tank of fuel—ready to ride. Meets current CARB and EPA standards. Specifications subject to change. ©2012 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. • All Rights Reserved

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readers’ RESPONSES We reserve the right to edit or excerpt Readers’ Responses. Send typed, dated and signed letters to “Readers’ Responses,” Wing World, P.O. Box 42450, Phoenix, AZ 85080-2450 or by email to editor@gwrra.org.

Differing Views on ATGATT In reference to page 24 (“Readers’ Responses: ATGATT”) of the November 2012 issue of Wing World, I’m sorry, but I cannot believe you actually chose to print that load of bull! The author is…himself not practicing what he preaches. [I’ve sent you some photos (not shown here) and] that is ATGATT—which is how I go, even in the 110 degree F, high-humidity days of North Carolina. [In the photo I sent, that’s] me on the Wing: That’s a full face Shoei, an armored Tour master Flex III jacket, an armored Tour Master Flex III pant, full-finger gloves and 12” Harness boots. “Long pants” (jeans) won’t help in the least in a crash— no matter what the speed. Chris Vidal GWRRA #352115 Hurdle Mills, NC

I just received the November issue of Wing World and read the ATGATT article. I agree with much of what the author writes, but I ride ATGATT differently—I really do wear “All The Gear All The Time”! That’s easy when it’s cool or cold, but some riders wear different outfits or leave some off (as does that article’s author) when it’s hot. That’s dangerous. If you fall off when you don’t have your best gear on, you’re vulnerable to road rash or worse. [My home of] London, Ontario isn’t really hot, I know!

But I’ve ridden to the Pacific Ocean twice, including one trip of 23 days, 8,000 miles and 16 states. I’ve ridden bayou country, desert, prairies, mountains, and Death Valley, all with ATGATT. I’ve ridden many times in temperatures over 100 degrees F; I’ve even ridden a number of long days when the temperature was 110-115; and my record is 122 sitting at a traffic light in Las Vegas! How is it possible to wear ATGATT when it’s that hot? My riding suit is made of several materials, including Kevlar (the better to slide on!) and Gore-Tex. Gore-Tex is a waterproof, breathable fabric so it allows some air to pass through. Under the jacket, I wear a microfiber “long-sleeved T”. When I get hot enough to perspire, the “T” lifts the moisture off my skin and allows it to evaporate; that cools me down. Within limits, it’s a self-regulating system [including, at times, purposely wetting the “T”]. My experience tells me that I’m more comfortable in the long run than riders who switch to summer gear that allows a lot of air flow. This summer gear is great in most warm weather situations, but it doesn’t work as well if you fall off or if it rains or if the temperature is extremely hot. And when the air is really hot (think 100-115), it’s important not to be exposed to too much air. Extremely hot air can’t cool [you]. Inside my riding suit, I am out of the wind, and cool enough to stay comfortable, even after a long day of riding. Doug McGregor GWRRA #611175 London, Ontario, Canada

Thoughts about “For the Love of Touring” The first of April—which is not our usual starting time—my wife, Roz, and I loaded up our Bushtec trailer and rode to Galisteo, New Mexico to house/pet sit for three months. Galisteo is located about 12 miles south of Santa Fe, New Mexcio, one of our favorite haunts (after doing the Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque; however, we missed it this year). Anyway, my April issue of Wing World had arrived before our departure so I was able to take it with me. But the following six months of issues—including the May issue— remained unread until our arrival home the first of October. We’d been home for a couple of weeks but were busy unpacking, cleaning up, putting things away—you know, the

usual things after a bike trip—so we didn’t have any leisure time at first. But I had put my Wing World issues in order (then the AMA issues and, last but not least, my VFW issues). Two weeks later, I picked up the May issue and, as usual, turned to where I start every issue—”In the Zone”. [Your article,] “For the Love of Touring”, couldn’t have been more appropriate. Thanks for being our Editor. Frank Lovejoy and Judy “Roz” Rosbury GWRRA #422193 Sebring, FL ●

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A LOOK AT HEATED RIDING APPAREL — AND MORE! — By Dean Scott, of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

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There are, of course, all types—and an everincreasing amount—of motorcycle riding apparel available. However, this time of year anyway, the one most riders are concerned with is heated apparel. And their concern lies not just in the fact of staying warm for the sake of mere comfort. After all, as Gerbing’s Heated Clothing, arguably the world’s leading authority in heated motorcycling clothing, notes, “A warmer rider is a more alert rider, whose comfort allows him or her more immediate response, greater dexterity and enhanced ‘feel’.” In other words, heated comfort can equal greater riding safety. To that end, we’ve asked several heated motorcycle apparel companies to answer a few questions about their best, newest and/or most popular heated options. After that, we’ve also added a few descriptions about several other types of “specialty motorcycle apparel” as well.

As you browse both types of listings to study up on the products, keep in mind these words of wisdom from another worldwide leader in motorcycle apparel and accessories, Joe Rocket, in regard to researching your riding apparel options: “The number one thing a rider should consider when choosing [a specific type of apparel] is to always choose your gear based on functionality, above style. There are far too many brands out there focused on style and/or brand image. Take your time to research and choose the gear with the features you need. [For instance, with rain gear,] make sure every zipper is zipped and fastener fastened as it only takes one small opening to create a huge, very uncomfortable, wet spot.” Keeping an eye out for such small details is sage advice when researching cold-weather and other specialty gear as well. Enjoy!

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How does your product most appeal to a touring motorcyclist like a Goldwinger? “The Synergy® Heated Jacket Liner runs off the 12V battery, and all parts connect to one another—jacket to pants, gloves to jacket, etc. The ‘Mobile Warming’ runs off a Lithium Ion battery pack and lightweight, flexible steel fiber heating elements provide safe, even warmth.” What makes your product most unique? “The Liner includes a power lead wiring harness, temperature control unit (three different levels of heat) and a thigh-mounted leg band to attach the temperature control unit.” What is your product’s greatest stylistic feature? “It provides warmth without bulk and has expanding side panels to help fine-tune the fit and increase comfort.” Now on sale—please call or visit website for updated pricing; (423) 238-5388, ext. 12; airrider.com January 2013

How does your product most appeal to a touring motorcyclist like a Goldwinger? “Our Liner fits right over your base layer. Then just turn on the Heat-Troller™ to warm up in colder weather or stay neutral by turning off the heat. It’s designed to be temperature neutral so you don’t have to change clothes throughout the day. (HeatTroller Kit sold separately.)” What makes your product most unique? “It offers a formfitting, close fit for optimum heat transfer to the body. Plus, it’s made of spandex fabric to allow full range of movement for any activity and fits easily under your outer garments.” What is your product’s greatest stylistic feature? “Our Pant Liners are not Unisex. The Men’s and Women’s Pant Liners are sized differently….since men and women are built differently.” MSRP is $189.95, Dual Remote Control HeatTroller Kit is $139.95; (866) 302-5676; firstgear-usa.com

How does your product most appeal to a touring motorcyclist like a Goldwinger? “Gerbing’s Heated Clothing extends your riding season in the fall and launches it earlier in the spring. Our Jacket Liner is our most popular product.” What makes your product most unique? “Many things, but primarily two: 1. Our patented Microwire Heating System, which is thinner, lighter, stronger and heats faster; 2. The number of our Made in the USA products—which will increase even more in the future!” What is your product’s greatest stylistic feature? “It’s styled like a casual windbreaker and can be comfortably worn when off the bike, stopped at a restaurant or as a casual jacket for après-ride gatherings.” MSRP is $219.95; (800) 646-5916; gerbing.com 31

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battery pack ($299.99); the battery pack-powered option is also perfect for portable warmth when you’re away from your bike!” What is your product’s greatest stylistic feature? “It’s designed to provide maximum heat in a comfortable, lightweight and easily storable vest. The vest fits comfortably under leather, fleece and nylon or all on its own for those nicer fall rides.” MSRP is $199.99-$299.99; (888) 571-9193; heatdemons.com

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How does your product most appeal to a touring motorcyclist like a Goldwinger? “The Heat Demon Heated Vest system is a perfect match for touring enthusiasts. Our battery-powered heated vest fits comfortably under any shirt or jacket to provide the most versatile heating solution.” What makes your product most unique? “It provides seasonal comfort with power from your vehicle ($199.99) or from a portable

Controller Unit and Charger.” What makes your product most unique? “Designed to allow for maximum user mobility, this jacket runs off of an intelligent Lithium Ion battery. Plus, all heating elements are completely removable, making the jacket’s cleaning easy and safe.” What is your product’s greatest stylistic feature? “Made with our unique Barrier Fleece, it’s available in black and designed to allow for maximum user mobility.”

MS COOLING’S IONGEAR™ BATTERY POWERED ELECTRIC HEATING JACKET How does your product most appeal to a touring motorcyclist like a Goldwinger? “With five available temperature settings, the IonGear Battery Powered Electric Jacket can provide up to 12 hours of warmth and comes complete with our InfraRed Heating Assembly, Intelligent Battery/

MSRP is $179.99; (985) 746-1252; mscooling.com

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BRITISH MOTORCYCLE GEAR’S

JOE ROCKET’S

ROADCRAFTER LIGHT

DISCOVERY JACKET

ALTER EGO 3.0 JACKET

“The Roadcrafter Light’s unique lightweight, one-piece coverall design is easy to put on and take off and comfortable to wear over street clothes. Constructed of lightweight and durable 200 denier GORE-TEX® Air Texturized High Tenacity Nylon, it offers excellent weather protection (waterproof) and abrasion resistance. Packs ultra-small and offers optional impact pads.” MSRP is $697; (800) 222-1994 or (218) 722-1927; aerostich.com 32

“This jacket was designed for the motorcycle couriers in the UK; they are out all day in the cold and wet, every day, no matter what. These jackets have proven themselves in some of the worst conditions imaginable and have been worn by quite a few famous round-the-world riders. 100% waterproof to English standards and have a snap-on face mask for Artic chills.” MSRP is $379; britishmotorcyclegear.com

“The Alter Ego 3.0’s ability to protect against a wide range of climate is ideal for the serious long-haul touring rider. Plus, with its built-in pouch, the Alter Ego’s outer shell is easily stored when space is limited. The jacket offers a 100% waterproof treated RockTex® 660D outer shell, C.E. armored FreeAir® mesh inner jacket, Multi-point SureFit® custom adjustment system and much more!” MSRP is $259.99; (208) 932-0303; joerocket.com Wing World

A FEW OTHER TYPES OF SPECIALTY APPAREL FOR RIDING IN THE RAIN: FROGG TOGGS®’

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TOADZ HIGHWAY RAINSUIT

OVERGLOVES

“The Toadz Highway suit is both comfortable and 100% waterproof, windproof and breathable. The Toadz fabric combination is unique to Frogg Toggs and provides an extremely lightweight, yet durable, garment that is guaranteed to perform in any conditions. The suit has prominent reflective piping and striping on both pieces of the garment, and it’s designed to fit correctly while seated.” MSRP is $139.99; (800) 349-1835; froggtoggs.com

“Our one- or two-fingered versions have heat-welded seams that make these overgloves 100% waterproof; they simply can’t leak! Plus, they’re lightweight (made from strong, flexible polyester so there’s minimal loss of feeling, if any, in the fingers). These gauntlets pack up small and are visor-friendly (wipe clear with no scratching or annoying smearing and smudging).” MSRP is $73; 09 817 3356 (Auckland, New Zealand); rain-off.com

FOR RIDING AT NIGHT: ADAPTIV TECHNOLOGIES’

GLO CONCEPTS, LLC’S

GLOWRIDER JACKET

GLOGLOVS

“Our GlowRider Jacket has patented Electroluminescent (EL) technology (at shoulders and back) that lights up at night for greater nighttime visibility. In addition, the jacket has a simple design that looks great, is weatherproof and offers a full-sleeve, zip-out quilted liner, C.E. armor at shoulders and elbows and a high-density foam pad (at back) and 600D outer shell.” MSRP is $299; (646) 722-0253 / (866) ADAPTIV; AdaptivTech.com January 2013

“GloGlovs are a half-fingered, five-piece glove with retro-reflective, sealed vinyl (Reflexite®). They’re made of nylon (80%) and spandex (20%) to offer a four-way stretch and fit over other gloves. The only USA-made product of its kind, their greatest safety feature is that they’re visible up to one-quarter mile away!” MSRP is $17.95-21.95; (877) Glo-Glov (456-4568); gloglov.com ● 33

The 2012 Run for the Wall By Randy Nesbit, GWRRA #347940, of Littleton, Colorado

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When we last left Randy during the retelling of his 2012 Run for the Wall ride, he’d just ridden from his home in Colorado to meet up with the rest of the “Central Route group” in Angel Fire, New Mexico. After heading to a Viet Nam Memorial site for a ceremony and meeting up with his friend of forty-two years, Steve, Randy and he checked into their hotel, spent some time catching up then headed to nearby Eagles Nest. Here is the rest of the story…

My Introduction to the Ride Eagles Nest is a small town of 290 people, and they not only provided homemade dinners for our entire group of 553 riders, coriders and support staff, they also provided nourishment for the body and soul with hugs, pecks on the cheek and “Welcome home”. This was the first time in my life, in fact—other than at my parents’ house—that anyone had ever told me “Welcome home”. It caused me to get a lump in my throat and become teary-eyed. And it was at this point that I knew what Steve had been talking about when he’d told me what he’d experienced in Gallup. On Saturday, May 19, after the daily mandatory riders meeting, we left Eagles Nest amongst a small, cheering crowd. It looked as if all 290 residents wanted to wish us well! It’s hard to say how many bikers we had at this point because some riders sign up for just a day, whereas others sign up for the entire trip—so you gain and lose riders each day.

Our stop for the day was Goodland, Kansas, 390 miles away. The New Mexico State Troopers escorted us to Raton for fuel and a small ceremony, and it was there that I first learned how it’s possible to fill about 450 bikes in less than thirty minutes. I also found out just how generous some people are— because this was the first of many stops where the owner of the station donated the gas! After the ceremonies, we were escorted down the main street to hundreds of cheering onlookers. I couldn’t believe my eyes—people of all ages waved flags; children were on the hoods or roofs of cars; some people sat on lawn chairs. They were all there just to see us ride by! The Troopers left us at the state border then saluted us as we drove by them on our way to Trinidad, Colorado. Though we just drove through the city on our way to the next stop (La Junta, Colorado), people were lined up on the streets, waving and applauding as we rode by. I was amazed to see the number of people there. We arrived in La Junta around noon and were once again provided with free fuel and then a lunch by the citizens of the town. We left around two in the afternoon, amid a darkening sky and a strong wind, for the last leg of the journey to Goodland, Kansas.

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My Second Evening Meeting Folks Along the Way Later that afternoon, the skies thankfully cleared and we arrived on schedule. We fueled up again and then proceed to the Amory for dinner and a ceremony. These people were great to be around— warm, friendly and caring—and they all appreciated the contributions the Vets had made in the past. It was at this location that I met Marine Staff Sergeant Tim Chambers. A few years ago during Rolling Thunder in D.C., Staff Sergeant Chambers removed the cast from his broken (almost healed) arm and put on his Dress Blues. He then placed himself in the middle of the street, facing the oncoming bikers, and stood there and saluted for the entire run as they passed him by. A few Vets even stopped their bikes just short of Tim and returned his salute. Individuals who were never in the military may not recognize that a salute is a sign of respect. Tim stood there for three-and-a-half hours paying his respect. There’ve been several videotapes made of the “Saluting Marine”, and I bet I’ve watched most of them. Tim gave a speech that night in Goodland about freedom, sacrifice and patriotism. It’s often said that Midwesterners believe in God, Country and Family—in that order—and I can say it has to be true.

A Harrowing Mishap—and the Aftermath The next day, amidst a cheering crowd, we left Goodland for Junction City, Kansas. But little did we know that, about thirty miles later, tragedy would strike. On the ride, every bike is assigned to a platoon and we leave gaps between platoons to allow for traffic to enter and exit. The lead riders specify the formation we’ll ride, but most lean toward side-byside riding rather than staggered. Side-by-side is manageable if the interval between the bikes is large enough; however, in my opinion (and that of several other riders) the interval between our bikes was too close. Many of us felt it was an accident waiting to happen, and it did. When it occurred, I was the rider right next to the biker who caused it. That rider locked up his brakes, skidded for several feet then slammed into the bike in front of him. The rider of that bike fell right in front of me and, luckily, I was able to steer around him and onto the right shoulder, just barely missing my friend, Steve. In all, six people were injured—two critically, two seriously, and two with minor injuries. We were later informed that the two in critical condition were improving, but no further statements were issued by the leadership. After continuing on, we stopped in Oakley, Bunker Hill and, finally, Junction City. And by the way, the Kansas people are incredible! If you’ve ever crossed Kansas on Highway 70, you know you can look around and it’s all just farm fields as far as the eye can see. But whenever we came to an overpass, we’d find it lined with people—all waving, holding flags and signs, and yelling as we went underneath. By the end of the day, we’d traveled only 285 miles, but it seemed a lot farther due to the day’s events. The accident was never

far from our minds, and we all recognized it could’ve just as easily have been us.

More Inspirations Along the Way Junction City will be remembered by me as one of my favorite stops. We arrived to massive cheering crowds with American flags, forming a gauntlet as we drove down their main street. Everyone was so friendly and glad to have us there. Later that day, after the ceremonies had ended and we’d enjoyed another dinner, courtesy of a Junction City church, Steve and I called it a night and headed for the hotel. On Monday, we had a long day ahead of us; our route plan indicated we’d travel 341 miles to end up in Wentzville, Missouri by 6 p.m. Our formations seemed to stretch on forever as we approached the Topeka Turnpike and headed north toward Concordia and Columbia, stopping for lunch and gas. In Wentzville, the VFW went all-out for us. Once again, people lined the streets, flags flew, and there were cheering, applauding crowds and past servicemen rendering salutes. It’s funny how things work out on a ride of this size and magnitude, but you seldom ride with the same people right beside you. Even though Steve and I were both assigned to platoon three, each time we filled up with gas and restaged for the next leg, we’d have a new partner. It was at this point that I met Dave, a very special fellow who’d started with the group in California on his two-wheeled Buell— riding with two prostheses! I had an occasion to speak with him in detail, and he said he’s been around the world on his bike. Later, I was informed by another rider that Dave had even had his picture in a major magazine pushing his bike through knee-deep mud in Africa. I watched the impact he had on the Vets in some of the hospitals we visited, and he told them that they, too, could accomplish great things just by changing their attitude. He’s a very warm and friendly guy, and it was my honor to meet him.

Some Surprises We Found On Tuesday, we left for Corydon, Indiana. Our route took us to the Memorial at Jefferson Barracks, on to Mount Vernon (not George Washington’s home) and then to Evansville and, finally, Corydon. But because of an accident (or construction) along the way, we arrived in Corydon almost two hours late. That’s why we were shocked to see the number of people still out on the highways, streets, front lawns—you name it—waiting to greet us! The Moose Lodge provided everyone with a hot meal and, after a very long ride, it was apparent that everyone was tired and just wanted to call it a day. But somehow, we couldn’t help but sit there and talk to the townspeople awhile longer; we met some really great people! On the eighth day of the ride, May 23, we departed for Hurricane,

A Wing and sidecar followed by a Wing trike at Angel Fire, New Mexico. By the time we got to D.C., we had about 75 Wings and trikes out of the 753 riders in our group.

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Dave (left, foreground), a remarkable man with two prostheses who rode a two-wheeled Buell cross-country from California, salutes the American flag.

Me in Arlington, Virginia, just after completing my 2012 Run for the Wall ride.

In Goodland, Kansas as some of the bikes lined up for departure to Junction City, Kansas.

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West Virginia. But first we had a planned stop at the VA Medical Center in Kentucky, where we spent an hour-and-a-half talking to several Vets. We then drove a short distance to the Waddy Memorial for another ceremony. Afterward, we continued on to Mount Sterling and then Hurricane. As we hit the West Virginia border, we were once again met by State Police who escorted us all the way to Hurricane. And about ten miles from town, we all got a really big surprise—a “Huey” swept in over us, just above the treetops, and led us into the town’s fairgrounds. The place was packed! I’d guess Hurricane produced the largest crowd of the entire ride. Soon, a four-engine C130 military aircraft also flew low over the fairgrounds and rocked its wings as they paid their respects to us. Wow, the people of this town were fabulous hosts, and I can’t say enough nice things about them. Also, after a few days in the saddle, you find yourself making new friends. And we were very fortunate to have about a dozen

Aussies who’d flown to California and rented bikes to participate. These blokes were great…and very amusing. One Aussie even told me that if we’d had nothing but Gold Wings on the ride, they’d have had to change the name to “Rolling Whisper”!

From Governors to Kids Thursday was an easy day of just 131 miles—with a short trip to the West Virginia capital, on to Rainelle and, finally, Lewisburg. Our first stop was in Charleston for a ceremony at the steps of the state capitol building. There, we were honored to have the Governor, Earl Ray Tomblin, give a speech and declare May 24, 2012 Charleston’s “Run for the Wall Day”. I also had the opportunity to meet the Governor and shake his hand; he thanked me for my service, and I teased him about calling his state the “Mountain State”. After he found out I was from Colorado, he understood why. When the photos were done, we all hopped on our bikes and went for a very scenic ride to Rainelle. We then had lunch with a bunch of great kids who asked for our autographs. While standing in line for lunch, we had an opportunity to read some of their stories about what it meant to them to be an American and to serve one’s country. Someone mentioned that, per capita, West Virginia has the highest percentage of Veterans of any state— and after reading some of these kids’ letters, I understood why. Afterward, the ride to Lewisburg was on our own, but we only had about thirty miles to go. Because it was an early day, we had time to catch up on things like laundry, clean up our bikes and sit down for some quiet conversation with other riders. Being this close to D.C. meant that our rider count had increased substantially; I’d estimate we had somewhere between 650 to 750 riders at that point.

The Final Leg Our final leg was from Lewisburg to Arlington, Virginia, a total of 258 miles. We made our usual gas and lunch stops at Raphine and Fort Royal before arriving on Friday night—during rush hour traffic and on a holiday weekend, no less. It wasn’t pretty, but we’d finally made it and joined up with the riders from the Southern Route. I heard that, both groups combined, we numbered over 1,500 riders. But we knew we represented only a small portion of the bikers who were in D.C. for the Rolling Thunder Parade. Everywhere we looked, we saw bikes and bikers. On Saturday, the 26th of May, the new riders (known as “FNGs”, aka “Friendly New Guys or Gals”…or something else if you use your imagination) were provided with an opportunity to ride into Arlington Cemetery. The Run for the Wall group is the only group that’s ever been allowed to ride their bikes into the cemetery, with one condition: This cemetery holds the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, so it’s a place you’re expected to be respectful and quiet to honor those who’ve made the ultimate sacrifice. No rapping of pipes is tolerated, and 38

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thankfully no one violated this condition. After leaving Arlington, we had a very large group picture taken on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. Then we were on our own, so Steve and I went to our final destination—the Wall. It was there that I paid my final respects to Roger Marshall, a close friend of mine with whom I’d grown up in Lakewood, California. We were best of friends, and I still think of him often. I found his name on panel 30 E, line 29. I got a lump in my throat and tears in my eyes when I thought about him. My old friend was not forgotten!

Last Day in D.C. On Sunday the big event, the parade, was scheduled to start at noon. Our group arrived in Pentagon Parking Lot One at 7:30 a.m., and the lot was already almost a third full. And by noon, four Pentagon parking lots were totally full! In 2011, they’d estimated about 450,000 riders had attended; for 2012, estimates reached as high as 900,000! In any event, it took us forty minutes from the start of the parade just to get out of the parking lot! We traveled over the Potomac, past the Lincoln Memorial and made a right turn up one side of the National Mall. We then made another right turn and went down Constitution Avenue and then right again on the other side of the Mall. It was there that I came to a stop to let some people cross the street and saw an image I’ll never forget—a pretty young blonde lady, not ten feet from me, wearing a white sundress and holding a sign that read, “Thank You”. That wasn’t unusual, but what was unusual is that I could clearly see she’d been crying. She was much too young to be the wife or daughter of a Viet Nam Vet, so I tried to understand what she was feeling. Did she lose someone in Iraq, Afghanistan or some other combat area? Did she really just feel that strongly about us? But the “why” didn’t really matter, I was touched by her and will remember her

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Coming Home After the parade, Steve and I headed back home, with a side trip (of course!) to the Dragon’s Tail and a visit to an old Army buddy, Doug Seal. Doug had been the Sheriff of Sneedville, Tennessee but is retired now. Though we could only stay for a few days, Doug and his wife, Sherry, really showed us what Southern Hospitality is all about. After we left, we headed straight home. We’d have made it back quicker, but Steve’s wife kept wanting us to stop at different Harley stores and pick up T-shirts. He finally told her he was going to buy a Honda so he wouldn’t have to make so many stops! We arrived at my home in Denver around noon, but it wasn’t fair to make Steve ride all the way back to California by himself since he’d started the trip alone. So I decided to ride along with him to Richfield, Utah. There, we spent our final day together and, the next morning, he left for California and I returned to Denver. At the end of my trip, my odometer read 15,555 miles, which meant my trip to the Wall and back had been 5,555 miles. And for all sixteen days, my Wing had run like a top. I believe any person who’s ever served his or her country and owns a motorcycle needs to participate in at least one Run for the Wall/Rolling Thunder experience. The warmth, sincerity, gratitude and patriotism shown by Americans across this country are absolutely overwhelming. They’re really happy to have us there, and I want to say “Thank you” to all of them. They should know we appreciated everything they did for us along the way. Up until this ride, I felt people never appreciated the hardships the Viet Nam Vets encountered when they came home. This ride was a healing ride, even after all these years. And though I still get choked up and a tear in my eye when I think of all the friends I lost, I now know people do recognize our sacrifices. ●

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Norman, Oklahoma is known primarily as the home of the University of Oklahoma and the OU Sooners. But—more importantly in the world of GWRRA— Norman is the home of the Ncredibles (aka Region H’s Oklahoma Chapter N). (And that said, as with most groups in Oklahoma, the Ncredibles are also proud to have as Members some equally avid Oklahoma State Cowboy fans!) Anyway, while all Chapters in GWRRA have much in common, what has set this Chapter apart is its seemingly relentless quest for Chapter of the Year points during 2011. What they don’t have in size (two other Chapters in the District are larger), they made up for in work, determination and bulldog tenacity.

By Bob and Karla Greer, International Assistant Directors, Membership Enhancement Program

How the Quest Started Their Chapter of the Year adventure started when their newly installed Chapter Director, Linda Huggard, went to Emporia, Kansas for the Kansas District Mid-Winter Conference in January of 2011. Bill and Dea Ann Gray, current Region H Directors who, at the time, were the Oklahoma District Directors, were also there. And after attending Ann Nahl’s (Region H MEC) Chapter of the Year Seminar, all three were quite excited about the CHOY Program. The following week, an impromptu meeting was called at Chapter N’s weekly dinner ride and, after a brief explanation of the CHOY Program and what would be expected of the Chapter, the Members were just as enthused as their Director. Cindy Andrews agreed to serve as the CHOY Coordinator, and copies of the CHOY Program Guide were distributed to both her and other team members. Also, dates were set for future team planning meetings.

The Enthusiasm Builds By mid-February, the Chapter was a whirlwind of activities. Mike and Teresa Elmore, the Community Outreach Coordinators, found a multitude of events for Chapter activities. And it seemed as if everyone in the Chapter was brimming with ideas and volunteering for everything. Sue Wilson, Events Coordinator, had learned of the “2011 40 to Phoenix Ride” and the ride’s planned overnight stay in El Reno, Oklahoma. Having made the Run for The Wall the previous year, Sue knew 40

how much the riders would enjoy a good hot meal at the end of a long day’s ride and asked if the Chapter could plan a meal for them. The fact that they were attempting to feed anywhere from 50 to 100 people—and would be working out of an unknown kitchen 40 miles from their home base—never fazed the Ncredibles. They just went to work and made it happen, and the dinner was a huge success. (Much to the delight of the riders, Chapter N again hosted dinner for them on their ride to Phoenix in 2012.) Also, Larry LeTarte, the Assistant Chapter Director, designed a new banner (with John Hobbs designing and making a stand for it) while Bob Bledsoe designed a new Chapter shirt and rolled out a whole

new website as well. Both the banner and shirts won First Place in competition at the Region H Convention. But at some point it became evident that, since the Chapter had no certified Leadership Training Instructors, it would be impossible to earn enough points in the Leadership Training section of the Program to be competitive with other Chapters that did have the certified Instructors. With a handicap of that many points, it would hardly be feasible to continue their quest. Fortunately, the District and Assistant International Trainers, Jack Wagner and Ed Nahl, live close enough that they figured they would be able to schedule training sessions. With that problem solved, it was back to work for the Chapter. The biggest Wing World

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the day that Parking Lot Practice had been scheduled. But in spite of the intense heat, Instructors Max Rowlett (OK-L) and Earl Dunkleberger (OK-B) made an early morning trip to Goldsby, Oklahoma to facilitate a Parking Lot Practice for bikes, and another one for trikes. Kudos not only to them but also to Lawnie and Cindy Andrews, Dale Hines, John Hobbs, Sue Wilson, Randy and Maria Jones and Vera and Don Fleming for their dedication and endurance. That same day found Linda Huggard and Larry LeTarte attending the required Instructor Development Certification Program (in air-conditioned comfort, no less!).

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problem then became how to fit it all on the already busy calendar.

More Efforts Made Now, in addition to the CHOY project, several Members had previously planned a two-week Light House Tour of Michigan for June—which wound up being right in the middle of the riding season and right in the middle of CHOY events. Plus, the departure date was just a week following the Chapter’s annual Anniversary Celebration, held on June 4th. But the entire Chapter was not gone, so those who did not go participated in an event with Baptist Children’s Home, held a recruiting event and rode in a parade. Then, it was on to Wing Ding. At times, it January 2013

must have seemed as though it was one convention right after another—with the Ncredibles sending a contingent to Region H, Louisiana District, Texas District, Arkansas District, Region F, Colorado District, Mississippi District and Oklahoma District, all in addition to Wing Ding. The Chapter Educator, Maria Jones, also encouraged Members to get involved in the Riders Education Levels Program and was assisted by Jerry and Becky Hodges, District Educators, in working with other Members so they could meet the requirements necessary to move up the levels. July 31 was to be yet one more day of brutal heat in an already record-breaking number of days, with 100-plus degree weather for Oklahoma. Plus, it was also

Other activities scattered throughout the year included: Recruiting at bike shows, car shows, town festivals, poker runs, restaurants and shopping centers; first aid and CPR courses; Beginners Riders course; WorkNSaturdays, OCP and Horizon Training; and more. These activities were in addition to their weekly dinner rides and attendance at other Chapter Anniversary Celebrations throughout the District. The original plan, as envisioned by the Director, was for the Chapter to try to get as many points as possible in every category. Knowing that half-measures avail us nothing (and having the Leadership Training problem resolved), a perfect score of all 252 points available became her goal. That goal was achieved by the diligence and hard work of the entire Chapter. As with any undertaking of this magnitude, it was a team effort requiring an allhands-on-deck attitude for a successful outcome. Therefore, in addition to those previously named, recognition should also go to: Angie Hines, Darla and Dwight McBride, Jim and Bonnie Jones, Lonnie and Dianna Young, Jim and Suzanne Owens, Brian and Danielle Adams, Allen and Sheryl Heinrichs, Barbara Bledsoe, Earl Carr, Gerald and Cheryl Hudson, Tom and Sandy Billingsley, Jim and Pam Ward and Al and Anita Honeycutt for their participation in the CHOY events. The recipients of the 2011 Chapter of the Year award are far more than just an outstanding Chapter in the Gold Wing Road Riders Association—indeed, they are “Ncredible”! ● 41

2012 Index of Articles JANUARY

APRIL

Features Cold-Weather Equipment for You—and Your Ride! ..................22 How to Learn from My [Riding] Mistakes ..............................44 How We Created an Annual Bi-State Convention....................48 My 13-Year-Old Granddaughter’s 1st Ride ............................39 Transcontinental Trek–Part 2 ................................................28 Info Bytes Cold-Weather Words of Wisdom ..........................................41 2012 Ride for Kids Events Listing ..........................................58 Let’s Celebrate 35 Years Together! ......................................14 Never Pay Dues Again, Find-A-Friend....................................21 New Year Gift Guide ..........................................................59 Product Report: Diamond Gusset Jeans’ Women’s Defender Motorcycle Jeans ................................................................32 Special Acts of Kindness: Canadian Members Share Their Stories 18 Trike Tracks Section ............................................................53

Features A Look at This Spring’s Seats and Seating Options ................28 Let’s Celebrate 35 Years Together! ........................................20 My Trip Out West—with My Grandson! ................................68 My Wife’s First Road Trip—All It was Cracked Up to be…and More! ................................................................................52 Wild Wings around Australia ..............................................60 Wing Ding 34 Preliminary Schedule ....................................72 Info Bytes Complete Hall of Honor Listing ............................................93 Craig Vetter Coming to Wing Ding 34! ................................32 Find-A-Friend Program ........................................................38 Fort Wayne: Enjoy One of These Great Nearby Rides! ..........82 GWRRA’s 35th Anniversary Caribbean Cruise ......................19 Ride Better: Medications and Riding......................................24 Spring Touring Specials ......................................................66 Tech Tip: Do I Smell Antifreeze?............................................48 The Red Page from American Honda ....................................10 Trike Tracks Section ............................................................75

FEBRUARY Features A Pictorial Recap of Our First Trip to Wing Ding, Part 1 ..........34 Bikes to the Front, Trikes to the Rear? An Alternate Opinion ....48 More on the 2011 “40 to Phoenix” Ride ..............................55 Placement of a Satellite Radio Antenna..................................54 Tech Tips for Aging Gold Wings and Valkyries ......................52 The Latest and Greatest in Helmets, Headsets and Audio Equipment ..........................................................................24 Info Bytes Let’s Celebrate 35 Years Together ........................................18 Never Pay Dues Again, Find-A-Friend....................................23 Ride Better: Team Riding Responsibilities Rest Not Just with the Captains ............................................................................30 Special Bragging Rights: A Gold Wing Love Story..................22 The Red Page from American Honda ....................................14 Top Ten Reasons You’ll Like the OCP Online!..........................53 Trike Tracks Section ............................................................61 Your Invitation to Fort Wayne’s New Ballpark!........................66

MARCH Features A Pictorial Recap of Our First Trip to Wing Ding, Part 2 ..........32 Black Beauty: My Dearly Loved—and Lit!—GL1800................39 Q&As with Motorcycle Insurance Companies ........................28 Rain—and Other—Gear Galore! ..........................................30 The Love of Riding—Pass It On ............................................60 Transcontinental Trek for My New Wing, Part 3 ....................50 Info Bytes Classics Corner: Our Vintage Wing at Last! ..........................24 Let’s Celebrate 35 Years Together! ........................................18 Ride Better: Before I Let a Passenger onto My Bike..................20 Tech Tip: How do Your Ignition Coils Work? ..........................54 The Red Page, from American Honda....................................12 Trike Tracks Section ............................................................63

MAY Features An Interview with J&M ........................................................64 Kicking Off Riding Season Safely..........................................60 Spring Safety Options and Women’s Riding Gear ..................28 Wild Wings around Australia, Part 2 ....................................52 Info Bytes Fort Wayne: Wing Ding 34’s Welcome Party!........................76 Let’s Celebrate 35 Years Together ........................................22 Loyalty Savings Coupons ....................................................36 Remembering Jerry Childers ................................................16 Ride Better: Some Ways to Start Off the Riding Season Right! ..24 Special Bragging Rights: Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month 26 The Red Page from Honda Corporation ................................12 Trike Tracks Section ............................................................71

JUNE Features 15,000 Miles of Fun—from Florida to Alaska ........................70 40 to Phoenix Ride, a Big Success ........................................60 Advertisers and Vendors: Their Thoughts on 35 Years of GWRRA! ..38 Let’s Celebrate 35 Years Together ........................................22 Product Report: Backlighted Battery Bug ................................32 The Red Page from American Honda ....................................12 Understanding Generators, Alternators and Stators ................46 Wild Wings around Australia, Part 3 ....................................64 Info Bytes Classics Corner: My History with the Gold Wing, Part 2 ........62 Fort Wayne: The Parade of the Year! ....................................90 GWRRA Rescue Plus............................................................84 Ride Better: 10 Steps to Staying Safe ....................................34 Special Bragging Rights: Chapters Taking Pride......................24 Summer Specials ................................................................68 Trike Tracks Section ............................................................79 Wing World

OCTOBER JULY Features 15,000 Miles of Fun—from Florida to Alaska, Part 2 ..............66 A Look at LEDs and Cleaning Products ..................................36 How Members Rode to Honor 9/11 Victims ..........................42 Let’s Celebrate 35 Years Together! ........................................22 Q&A About “Kick Starting” a Convention ..............................58 Tech Tip: How to Relocate a Later Model GL1500’s Toolbox ....64 Info Bytes Classics Corner: My History with the Gold Wing, Part 3 ........32 Fort Wayne: Wing Ding is Finally Here! ................................87 GWRRA Loyalty Savings Program ........................................87 In Case of Emergency: “First Up” at a Crash Scene ................56 The Red Page from American Honda ....................................12 Trike Tracks Section ............................................................75

AUGUST Features A Ride Along the Niagara Escarpment ..................................58 Headlight On!: WA-V’s Commitment to the Summer Special Olympics............................................................................72 Let’s Celebrate 35 Years Together ........................................22 Making the Best—by Making a Quest ..................................52 Trailers and Paint—Two Options We Love! ............................34 Info Bytes A Quick Look at Polymer/Copolymer Cleaners ......................42 Classics Corner: My History with the Gold Wing, Part 4 ........26 Cool Idea!: “Colors” Motorcycle Awareness Ride ..................11 Introducing Greenville..........................................................77 Ride Better: “Dress for the Slide, Not for the Ride” ..................30 The Red Page from American Honda ....................................14 Trike Tracks Section ............................................................67

SEPTEMBER Features Choosing—and Caring for—Sheepskin ................................28 Let’s Celebrate 35 Years Together ........................................20 My 85th Birthday Surprise Ride ............................................58 Our Exciting Journey West! ..................................................50 This Year’s Trikes in Review ..................................................34 Wind Beneath Our Wings—Our South Dakota Trip ................74 Info Bytes Find-A-Friend Program ..........................................................6 Greenville, S.C.: Welcome to “Somethingforeveryoneville”! ....85 In Case of Emergency: Another Point of View on Crash Scene Response............................................................................30 Special Bragging Rights: You’re Invited! ................................18 Special Readers’ Responses: Association Leader Listing Helped ....22 The Red Page from American Honda ....................................10 Trike Tracks Section ............................................................69 January 2013

Features Travel Planning, Biker-Friendly Lodging—and More!................30 SPECIAL SECTION: Wing Ding 34 in Review ........................66 Storing Your Wing—Early Start ............................................52 Wind Beneath Our Wings—Our South Dakota Trip, Part 2......56 Info Bytes Bringing Back the Competition—the Drill Team Competition, That Is! ..............................................................................26 Friends for Fun, Safety, Knowledge & Goodwill Worldwide ....35 Let’s Celebrate 35 Years Together! ........................................20 International Directors of the Year for 2011-2012 Say Goodbye—and Welcome in New Couple..............................18 South Carolina Offers a Lot in a Relatively Little Space ............87 The Red Page from American Honda ....................................12 Trike Tracks Section ............................................................61

NOVEMBER Features Aftermarket Motorcycle Accessories, Useful—and Fun! ............34 Headlight On!: Two Thoughtful Gestures for Young People ......66 “StrongArming” Gold Wings ................................................42 Our Exciting Journey West, Part 2 ........................................52 The 2013 Gold Wing Unveiled ............................................69 Info Bytes Classics Corner: History of My “051 Gold Wing” ..................40 Get Safe!: Have AED, Will Travel! ........................................30 Greenville Military History....................................................71 Hall of Honor’s Full Listing ....................................................86 Holiday Gift Guide..............................................................64 Introducing Gold Wing University ........................................29 Let’s Celebrate 35 Years Together! ........................................22 The Red Page from American Honda ....................................12 Trike Tracks Section ............................................................59

DECEMBER Features Cool Gift Ideas for the Holidays! ..........................................37 Headlight On!: The 26th Annual Midnight Ride for Juvenile Diabetes ............................................................................26 Motorcycling: Beautiful Southwestern Vermont—and a Casual Country Inn ........................................................................81 Pass It On, Part 2: Reaching Out to Younger Riders ................78 Pictorial of Our Edelweiss High Alpine Tour, 2011..................58 The 2012 Run for the Wall ..................................................46 Info Bytes Get Safe!: The Irish Biker Community Takes Action..................28 Let’s Celebrate 35 Years Together ........................................22 Recent GWRRA Survey Results Reviewed ..............................84 Shopping in Greenville, S.C. during Wing Ding 35 ................86 Target Training—What It is and How It Works........................32 The Red Page from American Honda ....................................14 Trike Tracks Section ............................................................63 43

WORKBENCH Technical Questions and Answers Answers to the technical questions in this month’s “Workbench” were provided by Stu Oltman, Wing World’s Senior Technical Editor. Please submit your technical questions about Gold Wings or Valkyries by email to workbench@gwrra.org or by mail to “Workbench,” GWRRA, 21423 North 11th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027. Please include your full name, city, state and GWRRA membership number.

The opinions of the Technical Editor do not necessarily reflect those of the editor(s) or publishers of Wing World Magazine, GWRRA, or their agents. Signal Lights Stu, I have a 1995 Gold Wing SE trike, and I’m having problems with my signal lights’switch. The left signal works and stays on sometimes, but the right signal does not stay on at all anymore. Is there anything that I can check, other than fuses? Or is there something else to try? Thank you, Joann Smith GWRRA #327098-01 Kingston, ON, Canada Joann, You say the right signal does not stay on? Does it come on at all? Stu Yes, it does. If I hold it on, it still blinks. But as soon as I let the button go, it quits. Should I spray something in there? If so, what? Joann Joann, Okay, this is not an issue with fuses or wiring. It’s a malfunction of the switch itself. It may be due to a broken or worn part of the switch, or it may be caused by an accumulation of filth jamming the mechanism. If you have the ability to disassemble the switch cluster, you can then disassemble the turn signal switch, clean all parts, and reassemble. But I need to warn you—those switches contain tiny springs, balls, and contacts, any of which could pop out and go permanently AWOL. If you doubt your own abilities in this area, lean on a competent friend for assistance. The alternative would be to purchase a new or guaranteed used switch cluster. Stu

ated system is to first bleed the right caliper at its upper bleed port, then the left caliper at its lower bleed port. Make certain the master cylinder fluid level remains adequate during the procedure. From your description, I have to assume you either have a leak in that system, or it wasn’t filled/bled correctly at its last service. Stu

GL1800 Neutral Light Stu, I have an issue with my 2001 GL1800/ABS; the bike has 105,500 miles on the odometer. The neutral light will not stay on. When upshifting from first to second or downshifting from second to first, it will flash when passing neutral but usually will not stay lit (sometimes it does stay on, but this is rare). I suspect the gear position switch but would appreciate your professional insight into this problem. If it is determined to be the gear position switch, how do I get at it? The manual shows the switch, but I’m not sure where it is on the engine. I appreciate your help on this problem. Thanks, Dick Stoops GWRRA #264604 Crestline, OH Dick, Odd that it flashes when shifting through neutral, but will not stay on when actually in neutral. Like you, I suspect the switch. It’s mounted inside the shift linkage cover on the front of the engine. Stu

GL1800 Brake Function Stu, I have a 2006 non-ABS that has started to get a clicking noise when I apply the brakes, front or rear. I re-torqued the caliper and master cylinder hardware, and it still clicks. When I open the left, lower bleeder, the front brake lever pulls all the way to the grip with no resistance; no fluid comes out the bleeder. Can you explain how the brake system works? Larry Jarosz GWRRA #270813 Bangor, MI Larry, The front master cylinder supplies the upper and lower pistons in the front right caliper and the center piston in the front left caliper. Correct procedure for bleeding the front brake lever-actu-

’04 1800 Hazard Control Switch/Button Dear Stu, I own an ’04 Gold Wing and, routinely, I use electrical contact cleaner on all my switches and controls to keep

them clean and operating to save on replacing. I do not use WD-40 or any other lubricant due to attraction to dust and such. Upon this routine this year, my hazard control stuck in/on, as I’m sure many of us can relate. After removing the control from the panel, I worked it repeatedly (spraying) and, eventually, was able to free it up. Now I’m afraid to attempt to use it for fear of it sticking in/on again. I called my closest Honda dealer to get a replacement switch for the hazard lights. After talking to the service department, I was informed that you have to buy the entire panel—headlight control, rear suspension adjust and hazard control—but the fog light switch you can buy separately. All the other controls, including the fog/running lights, work perfectly. Is there such a control available somewhere that I’ve not found (without buying an entire panel)? Or do I just leave well enough be and not use the hazards? Thanks for your time, Steven Main GWRRA #242900 LaVale, MD Steve, If you have the switch freed up now, use it occasionally to keep it free. Spray with silicone lube to keep it working without attracting filth or grit. Stu

GL1800 Alternator Hello Stu, I ride an ’03 GL1800 with 67K miles on it, and I’m the third owner. While checking the coolant level, I noticed the foam rubber on the backside of the cover had several pock marks and was hardened on a spot corresponding to the vents of the alternator. There are no charging problems at this point, nor do I hear whining or other noises from the alternator. The alternator was still very warm to the touch about an hour after a nice long ride today. I’m concerned about the heat that has hardened the foam and possible sparks that may have been emitted to cause the pock marks on the foam. Do you know of any previous problems or recalls with the alternators on my model? Any suggestions? Thank you for all you do for the industry, Via email, Matt Caldwell Matt, I’m aware of GL1800s with close to 200,000 miles on the original alternator and no issues. It’s as reliable as a stone. And yes, the alternator will get hot—as will any other parts bolted directly to the engine. Not to worry. The foam hardening is just as likely to be caused by age and ozone exposure. Stu

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GL1500 Small Oil Leak Stu, I have an ’88 GL1500 with 96K miles. I have noticed a small drip engine oil leak coming from the left front of the timing cover. Is this a serious leak to be concerned about? If so, what can be done to fix it? (Hopefully, it’s not a major teardown.) Thanks, Kent Moor GWRRA #268127 Montpelier, OH Kent, It’s probably the fault of a leaky camshaft seal. Yes, it’s something to be concerned about, because it may contaminate the timing belts and cause the engine valve timing to change—which could result in serious engine damage. What can be done to fix it? Obviously, the camshaft oil seal (assuming it’s the cause) must be replaced. This is probably a job for your Honda shop or other qualified service facility. Stu

GL1500 Fuel Shut-off Good Morning Stu, I’m working on a ’96 GL1500 and wanted to replace the diaphragm in the vacuum shutoff. It seems that K&L no longer carries this item. Can you suggest an alternative, shy of replacing the entire assembly? Thanks for all of your great info in Wing World and for your time in this matter! Sincerely, Via email, Tim Bush

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Our Mutual Customer Hello Stu, My name is [withheld as a courtesy] from a Honda /Yamaha dealership in New Jersey, and I have a tech question for you. We did a carb clean on a GL1500 in September of 2011. When we do these carb cleans, we make sure everything is 100 percent—float height, carb sync, always replace float needles and diaphragms, also replace air filter, spark plugs and fuel filter. We do this because these carbs are very difficult to get to, and no one wants to do the work twice. The customer said he has since contacted you, and you told him that his float heights are off, and that’s the cause of the loss in fuel mileage. I wanted to know if maybe you could help me out and explain how the float height would have an affect on fuel mileage. Any information on where I could start with this machine would be very helpful. Thanks in advance! Via email, Name Withheld Dear [Withheld], Your customer is not a customer of mine. I work as Sr. Technical Editor of Wing World Magazine, not as one of your competitors.

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Your customer was grasping at straws regarding increased fuel consumption and wrote to me asking what things could cause it. I didn’t tell the gentleman that his float heights are incorrect. I couldn’t have determined that without actually measuring them myself. What I told him was that incorrect float height (resulting in incorrect fuel level) is one of several possible causes of increased fuel consumption. If you installed new fuel inlet needles and correctly adjusted the float levels, then so be it. How does float level affect fuel economy? Unlike adjustments made to the slow, mid range, and main fuel circuits, adjustment of the float system affects fuel mixture during all phases of engine operation. If the mixture is incorrect throughout the entire operating range, poor fuel mileage would be an expected result, even though the engine may seem to perform normally. I’m not sure what a “carb clean” is. Not saying this is the case with your customer’s bike, but many carburetors brought to me as having been recently cleaned exhibited plugged jets and/or internal fuel or air passages. The ONLY way to properly overhaul these or any other carburetor is a complete teardown, thorough cleaning either in a dip tank or ultrasonic cleaner, inspection of all fuel and air passages using aerosol cleaner to check flow, and careful reassembly to specifications while replacing normal service parts and any worn or damaged parts. Just saying... Where to start? I’d personally start by examining tail pipe emissions at idle and again at a steady 2000 rpm using a 4-gas EGA. Any condition resulting in excessive hydrocarbons (unburned fuel) at the tail pipe indicates the machine is wasting fuel. I’d consider “excessive” to be anything over 400 ppm. A properly tuned GL1500 with the PAIR system operating normally should be emitting less than 1% CO and less than 200 ppm Hydrocarbons at idle. To the rear of the carburetors and below the rubber insulating blanket, there’s a vacuum hose connecting the two intake manifold throats. This hose then runs to the ECU and provides vacuum input as one factor used to adjust ignition timing. So if that hose is damaged, as many are at the manifold connection points, the machine would have both a vacuum leak and incorrect ignition timing. I’m certain you understand how those things would affect fuel economy. Regards, Stu O

’04 1800 No Start Hello Stu, I have a problem, and I’m hoping you might offer some direction. Two weeks ago, I took a 50-mile ride and my ’04 1800 performed as it should. I then put it back in the garage and hooked the half-amp tender (floater) back up, as always. Two days ago, I tried to start my 1800 for a ride, and

it wouldn’t start. It made a very small, soft whirr (with a little clicking under the seat), and that was it. The Yuasa battery, 20L, was new last year. Of course it was my first check, and it gave 13v on my Fluke. (I can push it, and it will start). If I let it set awhile and try it again, it will give the small, very soft whirr (with clicking under the seat) the first attempt; after that, the clicking is still there but no more whirr. After three attempts and checking the voltage again, the battery still gave 12.34v. I know it’s difficult to diagnose an “out of garage” vehicle, but I also know “you’re the best”when it comes to Gold Wings. Is there any sage advice you can offer me? As always, have the very best, Via email, Ed Jones, II Ed, Not only is it difficult to diagnose a vehicle I can’t see, it’s difficult to make heads or tails of some descriptions. For instance, what’s a “half-amp tender (floater)”? Almost all of the crop of “smart chargers” with float function I’ve seen have a maximum output of at least 1 1/2 amps. And the word “tender” has become generic for just about any brand or model of charger, though it’s actually part of a Deltran trademarked name—Battery Tender. If the product you’re using is actually a trickle charger, and if you leave it attached all the time the bike isn’t being ridden, it will ruin the battery in short order. The clicking, whirring, and very low voltage after three start attempts indicates the battery is shot. Hook your Fluke meter across the battery terminals, and observe the voltage as you attempt to start the engine. My hunch is you’ll see something on the order of 9 volts—maybe less. Stu

Starter Relay? Mr. Oltman, Recently, I had the misfortune of having my 1990 GL1500 set through a torrential storm while I was at work. When I came out to go home, it wouldn’t start. I tried several times to get it started but finally gave up and begged a ride home. The next day, I had to jump-start it after it had dried out. Now I am hearing a loud clicking coming from the starter relay located near my right foot peg. The bike is still hesitating to start until after I let go of the starter button. The battery is less than a year old. It had 12.6 volts after I let it on the Battery Tender until the light went to green, and the system shows 14.18 volts at the battery when the motor is running. I am hesitating to ride to work again until I am confident it won’t strand me. Should I replace the starter relay,

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or is there something else I should check? As always, thanks for your advice. Sincerely, Rick DiGiacomo GWRRA #177435 Port Saint Lucie, FL Rick, Your symptom—not starting until you remove your finger from the start button—is THE classic example of a sulfated battery. If you attach a voltmeter across that battery’s terminals and observe the voltage as you depress the start button, my hunch is you’ll see it drop to less than 10 volts. Maybe a lot less. If the engine was turning over when you released the start button, the voltage increase due to the reduced electrical load would be enough to fire the spark plugs. As I said, it’s a classic symptom. Replace the battery. Stu

’83 GL1100 Carb Stu, I have been reading your Wing World articles for years as a GWRRA Life Member but have never written. Now I have a problem that I’m sure you can answer. My 1983 GL1100 Interstate with 106,000 miles has mostly set for a couple years. Now the right front cylinder will not fire—plug is firing, gas is in the carb (will drain out the drain plug). Would this point to a clogged-up carb not allowing gas into the cylinder? If so, do you recommend a carb rebuild by either Howard Halasz or Pistol Pete’s, or is a Randakk kit something a decent shade tree guy can handle? I’d appreciate any help. Thanks, Ronnie Scroggins GWRRA #17350 Clanton, AL Ronnie, Assuming that cylinder has spark and compression similar to the other three, then yes—it indicates a carburetor issue. With the bike having that much mileage and having set unused for a couple of years, I’m actually surprised that all four carbs aren’t completely gummed up. Four cylinder Gold Wing carburetors and their linkages are fairly complicated. If they and their jetting aren’t spotlessly clean and correctly assembled, the money spent on the Randakk Master Carb Kit would likely be wasted. If you’re even asking the question, I highly recommend professional overhaul by a person known to be well qualified to work on this particular type of carburetor. Stu O

Neutral Light Won’t Come On Greetings Stu, I know you have been asked this question about a million times, so I will try to cut down on the rhetoric. What reasons did you give in Wing World during your explanations for why the neutral light will not engage when shifting the transmission foot lever? I have found that if you keep pulling the reverse lever up and down (’95 Aspencade with 85,000 miles), the dash neutral light will sometimes come on. Would that be an electrical or a mechanical problem? Thanks, Clark Mock GWRRA #108773 Evans, GA Clark, It’s likely to be a bit of both—an electromechanical problem. The reverse switch associated with the reverse lever may be sticking, or it may have loose/damaged wiring. You can remove the switch and attempt to clean its contacts, or simply replace it. Stu ●

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PRODUCT REPORTS—Past and Future By Bill McIlrath, GWRRA Life Member #22638, of Bethel, Connecticut

With the new year upon us, I got to thinking about past product reports I’ve written for Wing World magazine. And that got me to wondering how these products have stood up, at least for me, over the long haul. So I figured perhaps it’s time I updated those reviews of mine that have appeared in several past issues of the magazine—plus, give you a little insight into a couple of upcoming product reports!

November, 2010: Russell Cycle Products’ Day Long Dual Custom Seat Update: I still love it! I’ve gotten close to 20,000 miles planted on it, including at least four days of 750-plus miles, and cannot find any fault with this product. My better half, Lyn, has noted a tendency to slide forward in the passenger position; however, it’s been nothing worth sending the seat back for an alteration. (Though that could be justification for a dream ride to the West Coast for a factory visit!) It’s not our first—and will not be our last—seat from Russell Cycle Products. January, 2011: GoldwingHIDs.com’s HID Headlight Conversion Update: This product continues to operate without any issues. But when installing it, I noted that the design, in my opinion anyway, did not properly seal out water from the headlamp assembly. If the design has not yet changed, then I would personally not buy it. PLEASE NOTE: Neither GWRRA, nor any of its affiliates (including Wing World magazine), endorse the use of equipment for on-road motorcycle/trike travel that is not DOT-approved. October, 2011: The e-Tint Liquid Crystal Motorcycle Visor Insert Update: This is another “I love it” product. However, it unfortunately failed shortly after my review of it was sent in for publication. That said, a replacement was provided without question, and it lasted about a year. I’d hoped for a longer life span at its price point; hopefully, a more dependable version will be available sometime in the near future. 50

January, 2012: Diamond Gusset Jeans’ Women’s Defender Motorcycle Jeans Update: Okay, yes, this was a review of women’s jeans—but that’s because I wrote it in conjunction with my daughter, Lindsey. What happened was that, as a result of a shipping mix-up, two pairs of jeans (including a men’s version) arrived and I couldn’t pass up the opportunity for a father-daughter evaluation. In early fall of last year, I took a 2,400-mile ride over five days. Temperatures ranged from 40 to 80 degrees F. While things did get a bit warm at the higher temps, my legs were adequately comfortable at 40 degrees. The last day was over 750 miles to get back home and when Lyn, my wife, arrived home from work, we hopped onto the Wing and went for a ride. A willingness to hop right back onto a bike after having just gotten back from such a long ride speaks very highly of these jeans…and the seat they were seated on for so many hours. Plus, these jeans have helped to ensure that I’m now more appropriately dressed. Lastly, the fatherdaughter aspect continues since Lindsey often wears hers as well when riding, an activity we often do together. A Peek at the Future So now for the reason behind that five-day, 2,400mile excursion I just mentioned. As I noted at the beginning of this article, I want to give you a little insight into a couple of upcoming product reports. I had the pleasure of making this trip behind an F4 Customs’ F+4 windshield (f4customs.com), which has just undergone some design changes last year. Plus, my trip destination was Traxxion-Dynamics (traxxion.com) in Woodstock, Georgia for their complete package of suspension upgrades. This package includes their AK-20 cartridges, triple clamp with All Balls steering head bearings, fork brace with fork protectors and redesigned rear shock with steel braided brake line. The people and facility at Traxxion-Dynamics were extremely impressive, and the machine shop is kept so clean and orderly that Haas, the manufacturer of the machines, uses it as a showroom for potential customers. So there you have it—a few updates on past products and a peek at what’s in store soon. Look for the reviews of these fine products in upcoming issues of Wing World magazine! ●

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Why Safety Training—and Gear—Matter By Roy and Brenda Badgett of TX-C, Baytown, Texas

ack on Friday, September 21 of 2012, my husband, Roy, and I were headed to Arkansas to visit his sister. We were riding north on Highway 59 on our 2012 Honda Gold Wing when, just south of Lufkin, Texas, a woman pulled out in front of the northbound traffic in order to get to the southbound side of the highway. We were going about 55 mph when she pulled out directly in front of us! Roy hit the brakes, but it was too late—we ended up hitting her at a fairly high rate of speed. Somehow, I ended up on the hood of her car but Roy was thrown to the road. I suffered very minor injuries, and Roy suffered quite a bit of damage to his shoulder and two cracked ribs. The truckers who had witnessed the accident (and then chose to stop) said they had grabbed blankets from their trucks with the intention of “covering up the bodies”. Our crash—which looks bad, but could have been much worse had we not been prepared.

Two Very Important Factors They were amazed to find us awake and lucid. How did we survive the impact? Well, we feel there were two very important contributing factors:

One: Being a Member of GWRRA, an organization of riders that focuses on safety. As you know, we hear about safety at every meeting we attend. Offered by GWRRA, and of which we’ve taken advantage, are classes for both of us—the co-rider as well as the rider—and First Aid Courses, too. Roy has attended several of the Rider’s Courses, and I, Brenda, have attended classes that help me understand my part as his co-rider. All of these courses came into play that day, from how he reacted to the crash that was happening to how I reacted in a way that would let him do his job—and how we both reacted after the accident. (For example, we wouldn’t let anyone move us or remove our helmets until trained medical help arrived.) Two: Though in general Roy loves to save money, when it came to our motorcycle and safety gear, money was no object to him. Plus, the Gold Wing we were riding had an ABS system, which I believe kept us upright and straight (as opposed to the bike fishtailing and, perhaps, falling and sliding under the vehicle or us becoming trapped between the bike and the vehicle at impact). In addition, we had helmets with chin guards, jackets with elbow, shoulder and back guards, above-the-ankle riding boots and sturdy gloves to prevent road rash. We also wore bright yellow vests over our jackets; in fact, we wore all this gear regardless of the temperature outside. Roy had also installed controls to make both the headlights and brake lights modulate, making us more visible to other drivers on the road. But obviously accidents do happen…people still don’t notice motorcycles, or even larger vehicles, sometimes. Conclusion After experiencing this accident, Roy and I cannot adequately express the importance of having—and using!—the necessary safety gear. It was money well spent, and it saved our lives. Wearing safety gear is a personal choice, but please consider wearing it when on your bikes. Roy has a long road to recovery in regards to his shoulder and will probably be off a bike for at least a year, according to his doctor. But we are both very grateful to be alive and to have not sustained more injuries. Oh, and the bike? It was totaled. But it can be replaced! ●

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GETTING TO WING DING 35 FROM THE WEST An Exercise in Trip Planning:

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There can be no question—Wing Ding is the what if you live on the West Coast and are thinking premier event for Gold Wing owners. Between the activities, seminars, vendors—plus, meeting up with fellow riders and more—there’s so much to see and do that it can get a bit mind-boggling. But there’s also another great part about Wing Ding that doesn’t always get much press—the ride there! This year’s Wing Ding will be held at the TD Convention Center in Greenville, South Carolina from July 3-6. Of course there are lots of awesome roads to ride in the immediate area surrounding Greenville, but

about your cross-country travel to get to the big event? And what if it’s your first Wing Ding in the eastern U.S. and you don’t know the best way to get there? Don’t stress, we’ve got you covered. We’ve spent time talking to two well-knowns in the world of Gold Wings—Bob Shrader and JR Alkire, both Regional Directors for GWRRA—and they’ve given us some great trip-planning advice on how to research and lay out a ride of this magnitude!

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A Few General Tips Even if this is your fifteenth Wing Ding, you obviously want to make some good, solid plans before hitting the road. And like other riders, you may want to plan your route out using Google Maps, Mapquest or something similar. “I use a map source program that works with my Garmin GPS,” says JR, a veteran of several coast-to-coast trips. “That’s how I usually plan out my routes.” This option has the advantage of diagramming out just about everything between points A and B. However, you can also narrow down your selection on it by opting out of taking the interstates or toll roads. Plus, at a bare minimum, it will give you a ballpark figure of how long it will take you if riding at a straight clip. Once you’ve got that squared away, some riders like to start considering how they’ll break down their trip. Some prefer to measure their days out by the amount of time they spend in the saddle while others like to do so by mileage. JR explains, “I plan out 400 miles, then I plan out the route to where about 400 miles is each day. I try to plan out the route like that.” Using that method, for example, if you’re leaving from Seattle and know you’ve got around 2,800 miles to make your destination, you can figure it’ll take anywhere from six to eight days to get there. Then, after having a basic idea of how long you’ve got to get to the big event, you’ll have time to figure out when you’re going to do some sightseeing along the way—and how. “We try to ride back roads, and by that I don’t meant dirt roads [and] I don’t mean gravel roads—we stay off of stuff like that,” Bob says. “There’s a lot of great back roads, paved and proven back roads, that you can take. And you stay off the interstate, stay away from the high truck traffic and all of that, which can be kind of problematic riding a motorcycle around some of that.” Timing should also be taken into consideration: Some riders prefer to hit the must-see sites on the way to a destination, that way they’re not dawdling on the way back; others are the opposite and The Grand Canyon.

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want to get to their destination quickly but take the scenic route on the way back. And, of course, some people like to do a little bit of both. “If you’re going to do the back roads, it’s a slower pace so you have to allow more time, depending on whether you’ve got that time available to you…whether you’re working or you’re retired like we are,” says Bob. No matter which option you choose, the important thing is to make sure you leave enough time to do what you want, especially if you have to be back to work or something similar by a specific date. Another handy tip from JR is that, “If you’ve got plenty of time and you want to spend a month or more, take all back roads”. Oh, and one last big thing they suggest? Plan for things to go bad! Gas stops, flat tires, emergency bathroom breaks—you name it. Regardless of where you’re headed, something is bound to “go south” on you during any trip; it’s just the way things go. “You know, if you’ve got real bad weather coming, you say, ‘Okay, we’re in the motel for the day,’” JR says. “Weather will pass through and then we’ll take off again.” Pad your plans by a day or two, just to make sure you don’t miss the big event.

Taking the “Southern Route” East: An In-Depth Example in One State From the West Coast, most every rider will start from somewhere different; some may even start from pretty far inland. But for this particular “exercise in planning a trip from the West Coast”, we’re going to start our hypothetical journey from Southern California and concentrate mainly on the state of Arizona. Say you’ve already planned to take the I-10 from Los Angeles…then why not move onto one of those “back roads” we previously mentioned and, just west of L.A., jump over onto Highway 62 instead? You’ll wind up at the California/Arizona border in a quaint little town called Parker, Arizona, known both for its proximity to Lake Havasu and its excellent camp-

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grounds. And even if you’re not the camping type, there are also some nice hotels in the area with great views of the mountains and nearby Colorado River. From there, head on up Highway 95 to I-40, then take the interstate east just a short jaunt to Kingman, Arizona. Locals call this spot “The Heart of Route 66”—it even includes the Historic Route 66 Museum if you need further proof of the fact. Also, though you’d have to divert off I-40 about 60 miles roundtrip, once you reach Flagstaff it would be a crime not to drop south to at least briefly view the beautiful red rocks of Sedona. If you’d like to even catch Prescott and Cottonwood before hitting Sedona, just drop down from I-40 earlier by making a quick loop south, then east, then north on Highway 89; this will eventually work its way back up to 40 East and Flagstaff, a spot in Northern Arizona that many Phoenix residents flock to in the summer for its cooler weather. It’s a college town of sorts, but there are lots of pine trees and great temperatures, particularly in the summer. Also while in the area, take a moment to head up north via one of several routes to see the Grand Canyon if you have yet to do so.

It’s only an hour-and-a-half to two hours northwest of Flagstaff and far more beautiful and amazing in person than in pictures. Afterward—back on I-40 (and, of course, Route 66)—The Grand Canyon State will leave you feeling like you’re “standin’ on a corner” in Winslow, Arizona. For the record, there’s actually a “Standin’ on the Corner Park” located in town, complete with a statue, mural and everything else you may possibly want to know about the Eagles rock band. After Arizona come the cities of Albuquerque, New Mexico and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Then come the states of Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama and Georgia before you hit South Carolina.

Remember, Getting There is Half the Fun! As we all know, Wing Ding is more than just a huge event where you ride your Gold Wing a long distance to a specific destination, it’s also about the ride to get there. This year, why not take some extra time to research your trip route to and from the event? You just may find that—more so than ever before—getting there will be half the fun! ●

Slight Alternate Route: Leaving from the Pacific Northwest

The Pacific Coast Highway. Photo by digitizedchaos.

Now that we’ve shown you a general trip from the southwestern-most part of the U.S. (specifically in one state to show what can be accomplished and planned through research) to Wing Ding 35, we’ll also offer an alternate route if you’re leaving from the Pacific Northwest. First things first: This is the absolute farthest you can ride—without leaving the continental United States—to get to South Carolina. But that’s okay, because it’s all about the ride, and there are some amazing spots to hit along the way. Our suggestion is that, since you’re already traveling far, why not consider making the route a bit longer and have this be the year you ride down the West Coast? Between the Pacific Coast Highway and some of the amazing hills throughout Oregon, there’s a lot of great scenery and, if you haven’t ridden down the PCH before, you owe it to yourself to do so. From there, you can simply pick up the trip in Parker, Arizona and head east!

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HOTOS Ron Knudtson (GWRRA #79122, of Mason City, Iowa) is shown here with his neighbor lady, Dorothy TeKippe, on his Gold Wing trike. Every year, he’s given Dorothy a ride on her birthday; this one was for her 96th one! Says Dorothy, “The ride is awesome. I plan to have a ride on my 97th birthday, too! You’re never too old to enjoy life and have a ride on a Gold Wing!”

Say Rockie and Nita Mancuso (GWRRA #329424, of Grand Junction, Colorado): “This photo of our Durango Red 2003 GL1800 was taken on ‘Color Sunday’ (September 29, 2012) on top of the Grand Mesa National Forest. This little ride is just 45 minutes out of Grand Junction (east on I-70 to the southbound Grand Mesa exit, follow the road to Mesa and continue south on Highway 65 until you get to the top). It’s over 11,000 feet in elevation, and there are many lake and photo shoot locations on this ride; it’s a ride you won’t forget!”

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UNIVERSITY” Leading...What is it Really All About? By Dottie Bahrenburg, Assistant Leadership Trainer

If you’ve recently stepped up—or even just plan to step up—to a leadership position in GWRRA, have you actually stopped and asked yourself what “leadership” or “leading” is really all about? If not, you’re not alone. Many of us who’ve stepped up over the years are somewhat unsure of what leadership is really all about. That may be because we’re more in-tune with the notion of “managing”, a carry-over from our years in the workforce. But managers deal more with “processes”, while leaders deal more with people! What many people do not understand is that leadership is really about serving. Within GWRRA, you have often heard that the Officers are there to follow where the Members wish to go. Well, following the Members involves caring for them and their needs and desires. Good leadership is about serving the members of an organization. Leadership is really an opportunity to give; it’s an opportunity to serve the organization and, above all, its members. People who do not understand the true nature of leadership sometimes believe that the members exist to serve them. This is not leadership, but more of a “management philosophy”. Leaders, especially in a volunteer organization, are only effective if they acknowledge that leading involves serving. The “Servant Leader” or “Servant Leadership” is often attributed to Robert Greenleaf in the 1970s. However, the concept of leaders serving the people dates back to ancient times. Leadership and management are often seen as the same thing; they are not. Leadership is mainly concerned with people, and leadership is special compared to management because of its unique responsibility for people—an effective leader feels responsibility for the members. Leadership is also misunderstood to mean “directing people and making important decisions on behalf of an organization”. However, good leaders are followed mainly because people trust and respect them, rather than for the skills they possess. So leadership is about behavior first and skills second. Being a good leader relies most strongly on things like trust, inspiration, attitude, decision-making, and personal character. Character and attitude are extremely important. Can you really be a good leader if you do not care for the members? Qualities critical for a leader’s relationship with his/her people are: Integrity, honesty, humility, courage, commitment, sincerity, passion, confidence, positivity, determination, compassion and sensitivity. The skills that are fundamental are: Listening, communicating and decision-making. Some people are born as natural leaders, but most of us are not. And while most people don’t seek to be a leader, many people are able to lead. Leadership is simply a matter of personal conviction and believing strongly in a cause or aim, whatever it is. But above all, leadership involves caring for the members—and being willing to serve the organization. ●

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The Arts By M. Linda Lee for the Greenville CVB;

Whether your tastes run to touring Broadway musicals or edgy dramas, you’ll find plenty to entertain you in Greenville while you’re visiting the area this summer for Wing Ding 35. Prefer to visit a museum instead? That’s okay—from fine arts to funky galleries, Greenville can oblige!

Art Museums and Galleries For museums, start at Heritage Green, the city’s cultural campus. For instance, the gem of the campus, the Greenville County Museum of Art (greenvillemuseum.org) boasts the largest collection of painter Andrew Wyeth’s watercolors of any public museum. Galleries also showcase the Southern Collection, a survey of regional American art from colonial times to the pres70

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ent that hones in on art from the American South. In the Contemporary arena, the museum highlights works by the likes of Josef Albers, Jasper Johns, Andy Warhol and Romare Bearden. Next door, The Children’s Museum of the Upstate (tcmupstate.org) provides the young—and the young at heart—with hours of interactive fun. At the opposite end of the Green, the Sargent Wilson Museum & Gallery is a satellite of the venerable Museum & Gallery at Bob Jones University (the website for both is bjumg.org). The former displays rotating exhibits of Old Masters from its sister’s collection as well as themed traveling exhibits and hands-on educational activities. On Wade Hampton Boulevard, at the Museum & Gallery on the campus of Bob Jones University, you can walk through 30 small galleries to see one of the country’s most important collections of sacred art and

baroque paintings. Rubens, Tintoretto, van Dyck and Botticelli number among the Old Masters here. Period furniture, sculpture and tapestries punctuate the galleries where paintings from the 14th through the 19th centuries hang. Don’t overlook the Russian Icons and the Bowen Collection of Antiquities, which spans 37 centuries. If you’re interested in purchasing art, walk down to Art Crossing at RiverPlace. Here, along the Reedy River, you can visit several artists in their studios (many of whom will ship for you). Other downtown galleries include the Christopher Park Gallery for outsider and folk art, Midtown Artery for international abstract works of art, llyn strong for fine hand-crafted jewelry, Daly Designs for hand-blown glass and jewelry made from the likes of guitar picks and soda cans and the Mary Praytor Gallery for folk and contemporary pieces. Wing World

( aka Oneofakindville!) History Museums and Tours Of course, art goes hand-in-hand with history. So you’ll want to stop in next door to the Sargent Wilson Museum at the Upcountry History Museum (upcountryhistory.org) to acquaint yourself with the area’s past. Photographs and videos complement interactive technology in order to tell the fascinating story of this distinct part of South Carolina. And should you want to hone in on the history of this city’s downtown, sign up for one of the Greenville History Tours. Led by local history buff John Nolan, these thematic walking and driving tours will give you an informative look at Greenville’s colorful heritage. Baseball history lives on at the Shoeless Joe Jackson Museum and Baseball Library (shoelessjoejackson.org) in Greenville’s West End. The house where baseball legend and Greenville native Joe Jackson lived and died sets fittingly across from Fluor Field, home of the Greenville Drive baseball team (the Class A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox). The house number has been changed to 356, Jackson’s lifetime batting average—the third-highest in baseball history. Inside, find photographs, records and personal memorabilia relating to Jackson’s life and career. Feel the need for speed? You’ll want to make a trip to the BMW Zentrum (bmwusfactory.com/zentrum) to drool over the motorcycles and cars exhibited in the museum inside BMW’s 28,000-square-foot welcome center. Though the plant shuts down the week of July 4th, Goldwingers who come to Greenville before, or who stay after, the event can explore the Zentrum and take a tour of the plant to experience the birth of a BMW.

Performing Arts In the middle of Heritage Green, the Greenville Little Theatre (greenvillelittletheatre.org) is Greenville’s oldest volunteer-based live theater. Established in 1926, the Little Theatre performs everything from musical revues like Smoky Joe’s Café to the January 2013

holiday classic It’s a Wonderful Life in its 590-seat Charles E. Daniel Theatre. Elsewhere around town, performance venues abound. On Academy Street, the 15,000-seat BI-LO Center (bilocenter.com) brings in big-name rock bands such as The Who and Bruce Springsteen, as well as Disney On Ice and Cirque de Soleil. The Center also serves as the home ice for the Greenville Road Warriors ECHL hockey team. The Peace Center for the Performing Arts (peacecenter.org) on Main Street is the place to go for Broadway shows such as The Lion King and Jersey Boys. The Peace Center also hosts concerts by the Greenville Symphony Orchestra and the South Carolina Children’s Theatre, whose troupe performs in the Center’s more intimate Gunter Theatre. A major renovation recently tripled the size of the Peace Center’s lobby and created a water wall and an outdoor terrace facing the Reedy River. Nearby in the West End, the Warehouse Theatre has dedicated itself to “intense, intimate and unexpected” productions in a former textile warehouse for 38 seasons. From contemporary works by playwrights David Mamet and Sarah Ruhl to re-imagined classics by William Shakespeare, this is the kind of drama you won’t find anywhere else in the area. Speaking of Shakespeare, the Warehouse Theatre also sponsors Shakespeare in the Park (upstateshakespearefestival.org) from May through August. These free performances are held on an outdoor stage in lovely Falls Park. Bring a blanket and a picnic dinner and enjoy the Upstate Shakespeare Festival ensemble’s modern takes on some of the Bard’s bestknown works. Centre Stage (centrestage.org) bills itself as Greenville’s Professional Theatre. This year-round theater group now has a permanent home on River Street, where a regional cast stars in comedies, musicals, mysteries and dramas. Brighton Beach Memoirs and A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum are just a couple of examples from the 2012 season.

For More Information To plan your trip and obtain more information about museum tickets or performing arts tickets and performances while you’re in Greenville for Wing Ding 35, contact the Greenville Convention and Visitors Bureau at (800) 717-0023 or visit greenvillecvb.com. You’ll see that there’s a full schedule of things to do in “oneofakindville”! ●

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We Can be Our Own Worst Enemies... By Lee Tieche, Indiana District Director

recently made a small presentation titled “We are our own enemies” at the Indiana District Fall Meeting and would like to share a bit of it here.

Let’s say a Chapter Officer has just retired from his or her career and will be moving. During the monthly gathering, the decision is announced. And when it’s mentioned that a new Chapter Officer will need to step up, all that can be heard is “crickets”…the low, hushed voices, murmurs, jokes and guesses of who it will be. I’ve come up with some reasons why Members don’t accept Officer positions and have concluded that it’s basically us…and not the position. And by us, I mean all of us, from the top down. We’ve all heard the “whacky comments”, as I call them—perhaps we’ve even made them ourselves. When asked about stepping up, things are said like: “Are you crazy?”; “Park your bike!”; “Do I have to salute?”; “Wow, all that paperwork!”; “Who twisted your arm?”, and many more.

These types of comments have a negative result; Members hear them and agree (possibly just subconsciously)—though they may not have ever even held a position. Then they may say to a spouse, “Wow, I’d never take that position. The others talk about all the paperwork, not being able to ride, the headaches, etc. You’d have to be crazy to do that job.” You see, we’re our own worst enemies in that we encourage this negativity while not even realizing its results later on. So what can we do about it? Think of a car salesman: While the car may not have everything and might need some minor work, the salesperson only promotes the good aspects—what it will do for you and how it will help you. As an Officer, you should promote the positive things about your position and not dwell on the “less than optimal” aspects. In addition, we should stress that becoming an Officer in this organization is not just a responsibility—but also an honor. We need to promote the honor of being a GWRRA Officer! ●

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WOWMotorcycles.com BUY-SELL-TRADE-RENT. Highest prices paid for clean bikes! America’s largest independent dealer of used bikes, (600+ in stock). Always huge inventory of quality Wings and other Touring bikes. Coast-tocoast pickup and delivery. Now RENTING GL18's and Trikes! Check us out @ www.WOWMotor cycles.com or call 800/572-3720. MOTORCYCLES

1981 Wing. New rear tire. Needs carb work. Comes w/ matching cargo trailer with LED lights, swivel hitch and spare. Very good-looking setup (gold painted). Will sell together only. $2,800. Wayne. (417) 623-4284. Joplin, MO. 1983 Honda CMA 450A Hondamatic. Black. 6K mi. New tires and battery, PA state inspection. Original decals; exc. cond. and runs great. Will email pics. $3,500 obo. (717) 938-4301. 1994 GL1500SE. Candy Apple Red. 122K mi. Exc. cond.; always garage-kept. Complete maintenance records avail. About 50 accessories (too many to list). Helmets and new rear tire included. $6,500. (706) 402-7399. AL/GA. 1997 GL1500SE. Midnight Blue (looks black most of the time). 75K mi. Exc. cond.; always garaged. Runs great. CB, air horn, Baker Air Wings, trunk rack, highway pegs, chrome fork covers, Compu-Fire alternator, drive-off center stand, driving lights, 12v adapter in left pocket. Photos avail. $5,000. Roy. (603) 540-6855 or rgates44@myfairpoint.net. Southern NH. 1999 GL1500 50th Anniv. Ed. Collectors bike. Black. 44K mi. One owner. Loaded w/ chrome, lights and many extras. CB, AM/FM/cassette radio, full and half-covers. PA state inspection, hitch and wiring. PRICE REDUCED to $8,000! (717) 512-4361. Email ridingonashadow@aol.com for pics. 2003 GL1800. Candy Apple Red. 16K mi. Perfect cond. Kept in climate-controlled garage. Has Ring of Fire on front wheel. Over $5,000 worth of accessories. $13,500. (417) 262-2079. 2006 GL1800. Black. 85K mi. Extended warranty until 9/23/2013. More than $5,000 of chrome/extras installed! Beautiful detailing! Contact Chris at pcstagg11@gmail.com. 2006 GL1800. Black Cherry. 33K mi. CB, extra chrome and lights, signal lights in mirrors and fairing, modulating January 2013

brake light w/ spoiler, helmets w/ headsets, rain gear, bike covers. Comes w/ Kwik Kamp trailer. $17,500. (801) 668-5677. Odgen, UT. 2010 GL1800A. Yellow. Only 4,500 mi.! Extended warranty through July 2015. No ABS or air bag. Always garaged/ temperature-controlled storage. All listed accessories and miscellaneous unlisted options go w/ bike and total approx. $2,000. Shop and electrical manual, heated grips and seat, Küryakyn backrest w/ beaded and gel seat covers, BIGDO (built-in garage door opener), Gerbing’s heat troller, full cover, half-cover, virgin rain gear, rain boots, 20th Anniversary book, saddlebag/trunk liners, rear spoiler/including brake light, trunk light. AM/FM/CB/intercom package. Estate clearance price of $22,000 for entire package! Charlie. (802) 475-2417. VT.

dressing area. Fair cond. $500. (206) 799-5733 or gwtravelor@aol.com. 2006 Bunkhouse camper. Used seven times; like new. Lots of extras. Asking $3,200 obo. Ken. (708) 203-8699. IL. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

Two saddlebags and rear fender from a 2005 Bright Blue Metallic Gold Wing GL1800. Asking $300, plus shipping. Bob. (732) 928-2977 or bmac123@optonline.net. NJ. 2010 GL1800 saddlebags and rear fender. Yellow. Only one mile when removed; stored indoors. $300, buyer pays shipping and any insurance desired. John. (208) 5241768. SE Idaho. Küryakyn ISO Grip (clutch/left side only – Model 6183) to fit GL1800 w/ OEM heat. New w/ end cap, screws, rubber insert and instructions. $50, plus postage. Phillip. (850) 591-3624 or phils2good@hotmail.com. Tallahassee, FL. 2008 new steering head for 1800, $50; 2004 used, lowmileage steering head for 1800, $25. Plus shipping. Bob. (603) 448-3707 or harryr70@hotmail.com. NH.

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2001 Gold Wing trike w/ Tow-Pac kit. 76K mi. Yellow and black. Chrome strips. Comes w/ a CM200 Cycle 1985 cargo trailer. $10,000. Jack. (928) 965-4001. AZ.

Nolan N42 open-face helmets. 1 SM w/ J&M headsets. Wine Cherry. $150, plus shipping. Bob. (603) 448-3707 or harryr70@hotmail.com. NH.

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Over the next few months on GWRRA’s website, we are going to ask a series of questions to find out why you belong to GWRRA. We appreciate your feedback as we try to enhance your GWRRA experience.

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Entries must include your name, mailing address, phone number, GWRRA membership number and the following: • The page number on which “Wingy” is located. • The location on the page where “Wingy” was found. A winner will be randomly chosen on January 8th; the lucky winner of the $50 will be contacted by email or phone. Additionally, the January winner’s name will be published in the March 2013 issue of Wing World magazine. Limit one entry and winner per issue! So, enjoy the search! And while you are busy looking for “Wingy”, we’re sure you will find tons of interesting goodies along the way! So, whatcha waiting for? Good luck and Happy Hunting! Legal stuff: Contest will run, starting with the January 2010 issue of Wing World magazine, and may be discontinued without notice by the publisher. By participating in this contest, entrants agree to the specific rules, terms and conditions provided for this particular contest as stated in the Rules given here. ELIGIBILITY AND ODDS OF WINNING: No purchase necessary to enter. Limit one entry per Member. Multiple entries will not improve chances of winning. Contests are open to any member of GWRRA, except employees of GWRRA, IBVC, affiliates, subsidiaries, and successor companies, contest sponsors, advertisers and/or promotion agencies, contest prize suppliers, participating advertisers and immediate family members of anyone so situated. “Immediate family members” shall include spouses, siblings, parents, children, grandparents, and grandchildren, whether as “in-laws”, or by current or past marriage, remarriage, adoption, co-habitation or other familial extension, and any other persons residing at the same household location, whether or not related.

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(Recruited more than 100 new GWRRA Members.) ALLEN, DONALD............................FAIRFIELD, CA BIBLE MIKE ...................................LAFAYETTE, IN BOLDT, CLARA ..................................TOLEDO, IA CARSON, JOHN........................JACKSONVILLE, IL CARTER, DAVID ........................CRYSTAL LAKE, IL COLEMAN, CHARLES ............TRAVELERS REST, SC COLLINS, JIMMY ....................GREEN VALLEY, AZ DODD, JOSH ............................HOKES BLUFF, AL DODD, KACEY ..........................HOKES BLUFF, AL ELLIOTT, KIRK..............................KAMLOOPS, BC FISHER, STEVEN ......................HUTCHINSON, MN GOINS, SHERWOOD ....................DRY CREEK, LA GRANT, KEN ................................PENSACOLA, FL GREER, KARLA ..........................JONESBORO, GA HEAP KEVIN..................................HANOVER, MN HEWITT, DAVID ....................................MESA, AZ HOLTON, DEAN ..........................LOUISBURG, NC HOWELL JR, RICHARD ..........ALBUQUERQUE, NM HUMPHREY, ROBERT ................CLARKSVILLE, AR HUTCHENS, JIM ....................PLEASANT VIEW, TN HUTCHENS, SHIRRIN ............PLEASANT VIEW, TN JOHNSON, ED..................................BRISTOL, VA JOHNSON, LINDA ............................BRISTOL, VA KNUDTSON, KAREN ....................MASON CITY, IA KNUDTSON, RONALD ..................MASON CITY, IA KOLASKE, NEAL..........................MILWAUKEE, WI LANTZ, CHARLES ..........................WOOSTER, OH LEWIS, EDWARD ..........................CONCORD, NH

Here’s how the contest works: You can find “Wingy” anywhere in your Wing World magazine! Follow these instructions: Find “Wingy” (shown here). Then: Email your entry to: contest@wingworldmag.com or you may mail your entry to: WW January “Wingy” Contest, 21423 North 11th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027. All entries must be received before January 7th, 2013.

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IN Kathy Bacon GWRRA # 025567-01 Garden City, MI Billy R Carr GWRRA # 071501 Houston, TX

Charles Crawford GWRRA # 295687 Taylor, SC

Nancy L. Cross GWRRA # 040189-01 Randolph, WI John Etzle GWRRA # 150173 Rincon, GA

David Fallaw GWRRA # 328798 Barnwell, SC

LEWIS, JUDITH ............................CONCORD, NH LYMAN, KIT ........................................HEMET, CA MCNABB, CHARLES..................SPRINGFIELD, MO MYTINGER, DAVID ..................INDIANAPOLIS, IN PANTER, JIM ..................................CANTON, OH PRESTON, JOHN ..........................KNOXVILLE, TN RASMUSSEN, DELORES ..........MINNEAPOLIS, MN RENNICK, BOB ..................KINGS MOUNTAIN, NC ROBERTS, LOGAN ........................CHANDLER, AZ SHARP, GAYLORD ......................SIOUX FALLS, SD SHRADER, ROBERT ..................SAN ANTONIO, FL SIMMONS, WILLIAM ......................NEWBERN, TN SMITH, BRUCE............................ST THOMAS, ON SMITH, STEVEN ....................................YORK, SC SWANSON, LLOYD ..............OKLAHOMA CITY, OK TABER, FRANK ....................PORT ORCHARD, WA TAYLOR, HOWIE ....................WESLEY CHAPEL, FL TAYLOR, JOHN..........................JOHNSTOWN, CO THAYER, GARY ........................MCDONOUGH, GA TOWNSLEY, RICHARD ..................HARLINGEN, TX VAILLANCOURT, MICHEL ..............MONTROSE, CO WAER SR, ALLAN ......................MESHOPPEN, PA WHITE, KIRBY..............................BURGOON, OH WILLIAMS, BOYCE ..............HOLIDAY ISLAND, AR WILSON, JOYCE ............................GADSDEN, AL WILSON, KERRY ............................GADSDEN, AL ZAKRAJSEK, MARTIN....................RICHLAND, WA ●

MEMORIAM Mark Fearing GWRRA # 091719 Richfield, MN

Donald France GWRRA # 100254 Battle Creek, MI

Robert Gerig GWRRA # 071293 Fremont, IN

Donald Maddox GWRRA # 205576 Lynchburg, VA

George Osborn GWRRA # 259889 Austin, TX

Darrell J Robbins GWRRA # 113191 Rockville, IN

Frank Gibson GWRRA # 008726 Freehold, NJ

Nancy Robinson GWRRA # 262260 Sault Sainte Marie, MI

Harold Lott GWRRA # 305899 Laurel, MS

Nelson Williams GWRRA # 265806 Cynthiana, KY

Merlyn Hartman GWRRA # 093393 Victoria, TX

Willie Rogers GWRRA # 233366 Deridder, LA

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EVENTS We list only GWRRA-sponsored and supported functions by category, name, date, location and contact person and information. For full details, including rally costs, we recommend you also visit on-line listings according to GWRRA Region, District and Chapter. Event listings may run up to six months in advance of an event, and will run through the month of the issue’s cover date. “Photo Tours” and “Other Tours” will appear periodically. The deadline for Events is approximately the fourth Friday of the month, three months before the issue’s cover date. To submit event information, email editor@gwrra.org or mail to “Event & Tours,” GWRRA, Inc., 21423 N. 11th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85027. To help assure inclusion, please include "Event" or "Events" in the subject line of an email. ***To best understand the EVENTS SUBMISSION DEADLINE, use the cover date (for example, September 2009); do not count that month (September); count back two months (in this case, August and July). Therefore, the fourth Friday of June is considered the fourth Friday the submission is due for the September issue.*** * Indicates new listing in this issue.

info, contact Bill and Dea Ann Gray, Region H Directors, at (918) 231-9371. For registration info, visit region-h.org A Division of GWRRA

THE FINEST QUALITY PINS & PATCHES WITH GREAT SAVINGS!

AUGUST 1-4, 2013. Join us at the REGION L CONVENTION/RALLY on beautiful Prince Edward Island, Canada. Convention will be held at the Causeway Bay Hotel, Summerside, PE (800-565-7829). Come for lots of fun, beautiful scenery and wonderful people. Pre-registration will be available early in 2013. For further details or registration, please contact Region L Directors Al and Valerie Tucker at avtuck@gmail.com or (902) 662-2276. Info online at canadianatlanticregion.org/ann.html. DISTRICT EVENTS

You Create it! We Make it! Visit our website www.gwpins.com or call 800-843-9460 or 623-581-2500 Extension 220

NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL EVENTS JULY 3 THROUGH JULY 6, 2013. WING DING 35 IN GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA. Join us for the annual GWRRA party and convention, including the world’s largest Gold Wing trade show, parades, Rider Ed courses and classes, seminars, parties, dancing, food, great riding and much more—all in a great city! Sign up now at www.wingding.org or call (800)843-9460 or (623) 581-2500 (Phoenix area) to register now. FEBRUARY 19-MARCH 10, 2013. Three-week tour of New Zealand escorted by Members of Chapter NZ-A. Join us for our fourth “Muster Down Under”. For more information, contact Ron Meiklen at vault@clear.net.nz REGIONAL EVENTS APRIL 4-6, 2013. REGION H, the “Hospitality Region”, is proud to announce “Wing Break 2013”. This is “Spring Break for Wingers”, located in the beautiful East Texas community of Marshall, TX. The South Central Region invites you to enjoy many great vendors, riding courses, art party, beach party, dance, themed bike show, crazy legs contest, dress competition, COY selection and, of course, lots of Leadership Training and Rider Ed classes. Two $500 grand prizes. Pre-register by March 15, 2013 to be eligible for a $250 mini-grand prize to be given away at Opening Ceremonies. Location: Marshall, TX Convention Center. Host Hotel: Holiday Inn and Suites (903934-9700) and ask for the Region H GWRRA rate. For more January 2013

JANUARY 10-12, 2013. The MARYLAND DISTRICT invites you to “WinterThing 2013”! Please join us in Ocean City, MD for a weekend of American pride and patriotism! Seminars galore, ice cream social, Friday night theme dance, Saturday evening banquet, 50/50s, raffles and lots more fun! Info and registration form available at gwrra-md-district.org or contact Ray Hartman at (301) 374-9476. JANUARY 18-19, 2013. ILLINOIS DISTRICT's "Winter Warm-up" in Decatur, IL. For more info, contact DD Dan Ribbing at (618) 228-7433 or dd@gwrra-ildistrict.org. JANUARY 24-26, 2013. OHIO DISTRICT’s Cabin Fever 2013 will be held at a brand new venue!—Deer Creek Lodge & Conference Center, 22300 State Park Road 20, Mt. Sterling, OH 43143 [(740) 869-2020, ext. 3044]. For more info—including a motel in Springfield, Ohio that other Members have advised avoiding—call DD Lloyd and Becky Glydewell at (937) 322-7156 (h) or (937) 360-3191 (c) or email dd@ohiogwrra.org. APRIL 11-13, 2013. ALABAMA DISTRICT CONVENTION. “ROCK & ROLL” in beautiful Mobile, AL. Come join us for a “ROCK & ROLL” good time with talent show, lighted bike parade, vendors, games, seminars, bike show, Medic First Aid, Couple of the Year Selection and much more. Ashbury Inn & Suites is the host hotel, and you must pre-register to call for rooms. Everything on-site and registration includes breakfast ticket. Grand prize of $1,000; 50/25/25; tickets available for Bushtec trailer to be given away at Closing Ceremonies to support our Rider Education Program. For more info, go to Alabama-gwrra.org or contact Robert Brown at (205) 948-8991 or brownie43@bellsouth.net. APRIL 18-20, 2013. LOUISIANA DISTRICT’s Mardi Gras Madness Convention, in Lafayette, LA at the Holiday Inn and Convention Center. Come meet us at the crossroads! Special room rate of $79.99 until 3/22/13. Game Show prizes, Bingo,

Live Cajun band, Light Parade, Couple of the Year Selection, Mardi Gras Ball and Costume Contest, Rider Ed and LT seminars. Be ready to eat some good Louisiana cuisine, and be prepared to “come pass a good time!” Hurry and register now for the best Convention in the South. See the LA District website at gwrrala.org for a copy of the registration. APRIL 25-27, 2013. 29th Annual SOUTH CAROLINA DISTRICT CONVENTION, held at Charleston Southern University in North Charleston, SC. Our theme is “Leaving on a Dream Wing”. Full registration gives you a full sit-down dinner, REP and LTP seminars, bike show, lighted bike show, costume contest, door prizes, vendors, an excellent talent show and much, much more. Come join us for a weekend of FUN. For more info, contact DD Charles Coleman at (864) 834-5170 or charleslcoleman@gmail.com, or visit our website at gwrrasc.com. MAY 23-25, 2013. ARKANSAS DISTICT CONVENTION in Harrison, AR. For information, contact Johnny Glasscock at (870) 623-4578 or director@ argwrra.org. JUNE 13-15, 2013. OREGON DISTRICT CONVENTION’s “Riding to the Sun” in Beautiful Bend, OR at Sundance Meadows Ranch. Please contact DD Mike Bean at (503) 951-2668 or, for more info and registration, go to gwrraoregondistrict.net. JUNE 27-30, 2013. WYOMING DISTRICT CONVENTION’s “Ride the Trails of The Sundance Kid” in historic Sundance, WY. Don’t miss Devils Tower, the first national monument, and the scenic black hills of beautiful eastern WY; this is where The Sundance Kid called home. Come experience some true western hospitality; you won’t be disappointed. For further information, contact Dawna Hill at dada@bresnan.net or (307) 635-5227.

CHAPTER EVENTS JANUARY 12, 2013. FL-2L (Lakeland Fireballs) will be hosting our “Roaring ’20s Rally”. The holidays will be over, and it’ll be time to relax and have some fun. Join us as we go back in time, dressed in your ’20s attire, for BBQ, fun, terrific games, door prizes, costume contest and a $500 Grand Prize at our indoor facility. Registration ($12) opens at 9 a.m., with closing ceremonies at 1 p.m. Lake Mirror Center (Downtown Lakeland on Lake Mirror) 121 South Lake Ave, Lakeland, FL. For more info, contact Michael and Rosemary Grimes at (863) 858-0634 or visit lakelandfireballs.com. MARCH 15-16, 2013. CA-1R’s 15th Annual “Rally in the Valley” in Las Vegas, NV. The host hotel is the Palace Station Hotel & Casino [(702) 367-2411 and mention “Group Code PCIRV13” for room rates; reservations made after February 20, 2013 will be at a much higher rate]. This year’s theme is “Come Fly with CA-1R.” Join in the fun and experience exciting guided and self-guided scenic rides. Fabulous vendors located in a large ballroom, plus outdoor vendors in the valet lot, covered parking, and thousands of dollars in wonderful grand prizes. We will have a 50/25/15/10 drawing plus separate drawing for paid preregistration received by February 28, 2013. Friday night is the “Ice Cream Social”, and the Rally will culminate with a fantastic banquet and “Airplane”-themed entertainment on Saturday night. Those who pre-register and sign up for the Saturday night banquet will also receive a special Hotel Discount Coupon “Fun Book.” For more info, contact Bill Himebaugh at (714) 8417589 or Harold Jaffke at (949) 830-3636. Register online at rallyinthevalley.com. ● 83

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Membership in all 50 States. Represented in 52 Countries.

COUNTRIES ANDORRA ARGENTINA AUSTRALIA AUSTRIA BAHAMAS BERMUDA BELGIUM

BRAZIL BRUNEI CANADA CHINA COLOMBIA COSTA RICA CZECH REPUBLIC

DENMARK ENGLAND FINLAND FRANCE GERMANY GUAM HONG KONG

ICELAND INDONESIA IRELAND ISRAEL ITALY JAPAN KOREA

L I S T I N G Denotes senior officer

REPRESENTED: KUWAIT LUXEMBOURG MALAYSIA MEXICO NEW ZEALAND NORWAY PAKISTAN

PORTUGAL PUERTO RICO REP OF PANAMA REP OF SINGAPORE REP OF SOUTH AFRICA SAUDI ARABIA SCOTLAND

SLOVAKIA SPAIN ST VINCENT SWEDEN SWITZERLAND TAIWAN THE NETHERLANDS

TURKEY WALES WEST INDIES

DIRECTORS: JERE GOODMAN............DIRECTOR ...........................................93 STEFANIGA FARMS DR .......................STAFFORD .....................VA ...................22556 ..........................540-623-0447 MIKE MITCHELL...............INTERNATIONAL DEPUTY DIRECTOR .....3306 LISTERBROOK CT ...........................RICHMOND ..................VA ...................23230 ..........................804-334-5035 DAVE CARTER .................INTERNATIONAL DEPUTY DIRECTOR .....1854 WOODHAVEN DR .........................CRYSTAL LAKE ...............IL .....................60014 ..........................815-477-9893 JEFFREY LINER.................INTERNATIONAL DIRECTOR OF FINANCE .....PO BOX 54 ............................................CALHOUN ....................TN...................37309 ..........................423-336-5835 ED JOHNSON ................MEMBER ENHANCEMENT....................20141 INVERNESS WAY .........................BRISTOL ........................VA ...................24202 ..........................276-628-5535 TONY & MICHELLE VAN SCHAICK .RIDER EDUCATION DIRECTORS.............1822 LANDSTROM LANE ........................FUQUAY-VARINA............NC..................27526 ..........................919-346-1433 PAUL BROSHER ...............LEADERSHIP TRAINING ........................8410 ROBERTS RD ..................................HILLIARD........................OH..................43026 ..........................614-851-1256 DAN SANDEROVICH ......GLOBAL AFFAIRS .................................MOSHAVA..............................................YOQNEAM ...................ISR ..................20600......................972-542-300-311 BOB GREER ....................CHAPTER OF THE YEAR........................2738 AUSTIN LN ....................................JONESBORO.................GA ..................30236 ..........................770-473-1316 ANTHONY ONDOF ........RECRUITING AND RETENTION .............2900 TESSIE TRAIL ..................................NEW BERN ...................NC..................28562 ..........................252-636-1413

REGIONAL

DIRECTORS:

ROBERT SHRADER ........................SOUTHEAST (A) ...................................9333 ROLLING CIRCLE . .................SAN ANTONIO ................FL .........................33576 ..............352-668-3164 THOMAS WASLUCK.....................NORTHEAST (B)....................................279 CHURCH RD. ..........................MOUNTAIN TOP ...............PA ........................18707 ..............570-474-1014 ROGER HURLEY............................GREAT LAKES (D)..................................201 SOUTHVIEW LANE ..................WEST MILTON ..................OH .......................45383 ..............937-698-4443 BRUCE BEEMAN ..........................AMERICA’S HEARTLAND (E) ..................1910 7TH AVE. NE.........................AUSTIN.............................MN ......................55912 ..............507-433-4286 ANITA ALKIRE ...............................SOUTHWEST (F) ...................................4331 SUMMIT DR...........................LA MESA...........................CA .......................91941 ..............619-741-8893 BILL GRAY ....................................SOUTH CENTRAL (H) ............................1820 W. KENT PLACE . ..................BROKEN ARROW..............OK .......................74012 ..............918-231-9371 MICHAEL HUDNELL ......................BIG SKY (I) ...........................................211 SE SHADOWOOD DR .............SHELTON ..........................WA.......................98584 ..............360-426-0213 EDWARD GRAZIER .......................APPALACHIAN (N)................................413 MORTON ST ...........................SMYRNA ..........................TN........................37167 ..............615-459-4499 PETER RUSSELL .............................UNITED KINGDOM REGION (UK) ..........34 WEST PARK...............................LONDON .........................ENG....................SE9 4RH ............02088570525

C A N A D A JOHN WAIT .................................GREAT NORTHWEST (J) ........................1238 QUEBEC ST...........................VANCOUVER ....................BC ......................V6A4G7 .............604-628-6657 BOB PINET...................................CENTRAL CANADA (K) .........................1315 SHERWOOD CT. ...................BURLINGTON....................ON .....................L7M1C8 .............905-336-6166 ALLAN TUCKER ............................CANADIAN ATLANTIC (L)......................265 STEVENS RD RR 1....................LONDONDERRY ................NS ....................BOM 1MO ...........902-662-2276

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D I R E C T O R S CAMPBELL, K LA BARRE, B COLVIN, D* CHAPMAN, R MURPHY, R LUKER, P SHIRAH SR, R RUSSELL, G WESENBERG, T* SWINDLE, M*

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MCCALLA DOTHAN GUNTERSVILLE BIRMINGHAM PRATTVILLE

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L O C A T I O N S TRAVIS, M HALL, S BREEDING, C TURNER, D MCGALLIARD, R

205-744-0192 334-671-3667 256-230-5505 205-956-0590 334-365-7589

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907-696-3551 907-248-5054

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DE HAVEN, P* PETITO, J BIBLE, D

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623-934-7496 520-638-6758 928-680-9431 602-438-9660 520-459-0079 520-883-7883 520-404-8345 623-581-8472 480-502-1542 928-782-6440 928-759-9719

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LITTLETON LITTLETON GRAND JUNCTION CANON CITY WESTMINSTER FORT COLLINS COLORADO SPGS AURORA LAKEWOOD PUEBLO MONTROSE

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LINCOLN FAIRFIELD PUTNAM

DRAKE, R WHITE, K GEER, D BROWN, L WEISS, B WILLIAMSON, R SHELLEY, G PONS, J FISHER, F* ROSE, M VAILLANCOURT, D

303-933-6073 720-733-2144 970-270-1508 719-372-6498 720-890-8122 970-347-8855 719-495-5741 303-396-5520 720-922-0789 719-485-3536 970-316-1720

CONNECTICUT BURNS, J POIRIER, J OLSON, M*

401-728-6617 203-378-1183 860-923-9966

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MIDDLETOWN NEW CASTLE

BROWN, M CAREY, R

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302-449-0877 302-378-0247

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MARTIN, T SALLEE, J HICKS, G MORTON, N SEWARD, J KOZLOWSKI, P ROGERS, K REECE, R PAYNE, R CATES, L FUGATT SR, S LIVINGSTON, W BROTHERS, F JONES, P MCCRACKEN, C SERITT, M MCCALL JR, G* HANDLEY SR, R AIKENS, D POWELL, K WHITEHOUSE, P STEWART, D ROBERTS, R

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AVISTON CRYSTAL LAKE GILMAN LENA MATTOON EFFINGHAM DEKALB LITCHFIELD MT VERNON DIXON GURNEE GALESBURG DECATUR ROCKFORD QUINCY COLLINSVILLE PARIS CARBONDALE PERU OLNEY SPRINGFIELD VANDALIA BATAVIA KANKAKEE NEW LENOX PEORIA CHICAGO

D/D IN-A2 IN-B IN-B2 IN-C IN-C2 IN-D2 IN-E IN-E2 IN-F IN-G IN-G2 IN-H IN-J IN-K IN-L

ELIZABETHTOWN LEBANON NEW ALBANY MARION INDIANAPOLIS FORT WAYNE FORT WAYNE ANDERSON MITCHELL WARSAW FORT WAYNE MILAN GOSHEN KOKOMO LAFAYETTE LIBERTY

678-725-1632 678-201-9116 404-861-8843 404-761-3775 912-832-4382 770-530-0161 706-673-5584 770-898-8485 912-754-6171 706-860-9238 706-604-0521 229-889-1705 706-356-4966 706-896-9506 989-714-1355 770 547 2091 229-985-2412 229-425-5798 478-365-0841 404-281-5636 770-867-2649 404-379-4060 770-251-2460

HAWAII ALKIRE, A

619-741-8893

IDAHO ORAM, W ERWIN, D ROBERTSON, L BEARCE, T WIDMER, J LEA, B*

208-237-7304 509-751-0846 208-241-9866 208-736-4288 208-660-8520 208-465-9941

ILLINOIS

COLORADO D/D CO-A CO-B CO-C CO-E CO-G CO-I CO-J CO-L CO-N CO-Q

352-489-4078 813-714-1669 352-726-6128 904-745-6414 407-774-0198 904-307-6453 352-375-8781 561-278-6187 321-557-7762 305-232-2882 941-243-8159 239-229-7882 863-773-3648 863-858-0634 321-514-6853 772-216-3768 954-830-7044 863-644-1109

GEORGIA

CALIFORNIA JOHNSON, W BOWERS, G JARED, S MCSHANE, T* ROWLEY, D NEWMAN, G GALLI, N ANGLETON, F DAMICO, S FOLEY, L O’DONNELL, P DIAZ, G JOLITZ, J CRITZMAN, M BOMAN, J BOYAJIAN, G AGEEV, A PALATINO, S SPENCER, L FOSTER, S WILSON, D PORZIO, C MOODY, J HARRIS, R

TIDD SR, A NORTHROP, R HARRIS, R* HOWELL, D RUSSELL, C BIRD, G OLDHAM, S SMITH, C SQUIRES, S LANDSNAES, G CURTIS, R HANNERS, M CARLTON, W* GRIMES, R WEBB, D LONG, K* FELDMAN, R KINSEY, E

863-860-4484 813-299-6433 850-539-5084 813-684-1200 850-232-0365 727-819-1113 850-974-1835 352-339-4044 407-732-4086 386-427-5169 407-977-7089 904-707-4584 386-235-5438 727-525-8020 850-871-2571 813-748-0770 727-544-2961 850-892-0318 850-377-6478

RIBBING, D KATKUS, J BEASLEY, O MURRAY, L GRABER, J WEBSTER, D JANAS, C FRENCH, R BRIDGWATER, G ADAMS, M* KAHAN, E PEDERSEN, D GAITROS, T BANER, W SAMMONS, R HAGGERTY, E WALLER, P COYNE, M PROSTKO, J LEMKE, L LAW, D DEPEW, R CLANCY, T SIPPEL JR, N JUNGER, M HOUSE, M SUNDT, A

618-228-7433 815-455-3942 815-265-4601 815-235-3538 217-512-0493 618-238-4324 815-758-0138 618-466-8307 618-244-7420 815-625-6763 847-520-1526 309-342-0073 217-763-2471 920-264-6086 217-228-9170 618-558-4729 217-822-6984 618-357-8239 815-447-2284 618-456-2306 217-787-0072 618-283-1798 815-762-5000 815-937-0849 708-403-8307 309-347-4912 708-287-5613

IN-L2 IN-M IN-M2 IN-N2 IN-O IN-O2 IN-Q2 IN-R2 IN-S2 IN-T IN-T2 IN-U IN-U2 IN-W IN-Z

GREENWOOD WASHINGTON COLUMBIA CITY SCOTTSBURG EVANSVILLE ELKHART PORTAGE RENSSELAER SOUTH BEND UNION CITY HUNTINGTON ANGOLA LAPORTE COLUMBUS BLOOMINGTON

D/D IA-A IA-CC IA-D IA-E IA-F IA-H IA-O IA-S

IOWA CITY DES MOINES CHEROKEE MASON CITY BURLINGTON CEDAR RAPIDS OTTUMWA DAVENPORT SHELDON

D/D KS-A KS-B KS-C KS-F KS-H KS-P KS-Q

EL DORADO WICHITA GARDNER TOPEKA EL DORADO HUTCHINSON WICHITA ARKANSAS CITY

D/D KY-A KY-C KY-G KY-H KY-N KY-S KY-T KY-V KY-W KY-Y

RADCLIFF LOUISVILLE LEXINGTON FLORENCE SHELBYVILLE DRY RIDGE ELIZABETHTOWN PAINTSVILLE RICHMOND CORBIN MAYFIELD

D/D LA-A LA-B LA-C LA-D LA-E LA-F LA-H LA-J LA-K LA-M LA-O

MORGAN CITY BATON ROUGE LAFAYETTE SHREVEPORT WEST MONROE ALEXANDRIA SLIDELL HOUMA LAKE CHARLES METAIRIE DE RIDDER FRANKLINTON

D/D ME-A ME-C ME-D

SABATTUS SANFORD LEWISTON BANGOR

D/D MD-A MD-B MD-C MD-F MD-H MD-I MD-K MD-L

WALDORF BALTIMORE OXON HILL GLEN BURNIE HAGERSTOWN BEL AIR WALDORF ELDERSBURG EASTON

D/D MA-A MA-F

WESTFORD WAKEFIELD BERKLEY

D/D MI-A MI-A2 MI-B2 MI-C MI-C2 MI-D MI-D2 MI-E

RHODES STERLING HEIGHTS ANN ARBOR IMLAY CITY MONROE LUDINGTON PORTAGE HOWELL CLARKSTON

317-493-5541 812-882-4385 260-396-2333 812-294-1810 812-983-4209 574-273-3001 219-879-7242 219-987-3225 219-608-1148 260-726-9534 260-356-8922 574-825-1695 219-369-1694 317-727-1472 812-824-9302

IOWA BORSETH, L TILTON, M STOUT, R TOPP, M HUPPENBAUER, L WILSON, C CHAPMAN, J* SMITH, T VANDERPOL, G*

319-337-7407 515-577-6275 712-445-2355 641-797-2951 319-758-1134 319-624-9172 641-932-7612 309-797-8637 712-446-2430

KANSAS VAN BUSKIRK, G BOCKHAUS, S* ROBERTSON, A CRAWFORD, R SHANNON, G MANN, T MCDONALD, D KISTLER, J

316-321-0896 316-772-6603 785-979-4831 785-764-0630 620-735-4254 620-728-9320 316-650-4549 620-782-9636

KENTUCKY DOZIER, J KRATZWALD, L MUCHA, W NARDI, R GOVE, D DABNEY JR, B PUGH, S MCKENZIE, D VANDERHOOF, L ABNER, S THOMASSON, R

270-351-1118 502-477-6523 859-885-1238 859-485-1222 502-395-0994 859-446-3013 502-233-5758 606-297-3568 606-309-8342 606-524-2691 270-658-3474

LOUISIANA MAYON, M FRANCO, G GUTHRIE, J HENRIKSON, E ALEXANDER, F DULL SR, R STRAIN, P BENOIT, B WILKERSON, S BETER, F SEARELS, M VINCE, W

985-384-2673 225-751-3735 337-288-6298 318-564-8010 318-855-4543 318-448-0967 985-373-0502 985-876-1076 337-842-7330 504-469-3178 337 463 6435 985-848-2926

MAINE CYR, A* CHEVALIER, R* ANDERSON, D HUTCHINSON, D

207-375-4811 207-651-4981 207-751-5221 207-745-6722

MARYLAND

INDIANA TIECHE, E REMLEY, W* BROWN, J MONROE, R TOWNSEND, G MILLER, D LAMLEY, D* HUNTER, L* WILLIAMS, D WAGNER, A JONES, R SNAPP, E KONOPINSKI, J MCMAIN, G* BIBLE, M NEWMAN, T*

KEITH, J KIEFNER, D* HODSON, D SPAULDING, D CASSITTY SR, R WHETSTONE, J CASE, K DEKOCK, H BERG, V MICHEAU, W CUSTER, S* CRIPE, S ALEXANDER, G BARKER, O MCMURRY, R

HARTMAN, R MCCORMICK, T* SIMMS, C PRENTICE, T PORT, S MILLER, S YAGER, G OWENS, T HORTON, D

301-374-9476 410-787-2584 301-423-1925 410-969-0372 301-491-0362 410-668-1318 301-934-1444 410-848-8902 443-786-0074

MASSACHUSETTS 812-579-6500 765-362-6765 812-347-3252 765-651-1523 317-423-0581 419-258-9374 260-337-0007 765-425-5213 812-849-6569 574-858-2381 419-238-0498 812-576-2105 574-674-5635 765-452-9077 765-586-6156 765-966-8722

LEBLOND, K ODIERNO, P GAZARD, M

978-692-1169 978-667-3776 508-789-1720

MICHIGAN BARGERON, K WHITTIER, R MORGAN, B BALDWIN-MARTIN, V DROZDOWSKI, J GENIA, B WING, D ROBINSON, R SPARLING, M

989-689-5443 248-969-0595 734-216-5458 810-346-3541 734-322-5884 231-843-2118 269-657-2946 248-255-5859 248-762-0856

MI-F MI-F2 MI-G MI-G2 MI-H MI-H2 MI-J MI-J2 MI-K MI-K2 MI-L MI-N MI-O MI-Q MI-Q2 MI-R MI-R2 MI-S MI-S2 MI-U MI-V MI-V2 MI-W MI-W2 MI-Y MI-Z

MARINE CITY DAVISON ROCKFORD EDMORE LIVONIA TAYLOR JACKSON CLARE CLIO BIG RAPIDS LANSING MUSKEGON HOLLAND SAULT STE MARIE CASS CITY CHARLOTTE IONIA BENTON HARBOR DETROIT ST. JOHNS MIDLAND CARO ADRIAN WAYNE HOUGHTON LAKE CHEBOYGAN

BILLING, M SMITH, D BOSTIC, E BEECH, K BARNES, K YANCY, M WACKER, T WENTZ, S* LINN, R REED, D HOPKINS, M FOLLETT, S KORTMAN, G KING, F* MCLEOD, A SWAN, A NUGENT, D OLSON, L* EDWARDS, C WALKER, T HEBNER II, R HENRY, J KINTNER, K HANSON, P PRINCE, D HILES, C

810-329-4795 810-265-3605 616-791-4587 616-984-2593 313-467-8179 313-221-0883 734-476-1085 989-435-4753 810-239-5334 231-796-3716 517-655-4973 231-301-2171 616-895-4801 906-632-6644 989-874-5719 616-318-0478 616-897-7052 269-756-5721 313-537-1824 517-819-9722 989-667-5752 989-693-6938 517-265-2667 734-844-0679 989-873-4053 231-537-4752

MINNESOTA D/D MN-C MN-G MN-I MN-N MN-O MN-Q MN-R MN-S MN-W

HOPKINS LAKE CRYSTAL NORTHEAST TWIN CITIE GRAND RAPIDS SOUTH TWIN CITIES NW TWIN CITIES MAPLE GROVE AUSTIN OWATONNA BUFFALO

MATTSON, S WOELFEL, L REED, L PIERCE, F* BRUMITT, M GOHMANN, D HOLMES, S HANNA, A JENSEN, M ANGELL, D

952-930-3970 507-388-8887 651-773-5050 218-254-4245 651-454-5051 763-421-6882 763-576-9044 763-548-4564 507-451-3345 320-274-8711

BRANDON GULFPORT COLUMBUS MERIDIAN VICKSBURG JACKSON BATESVILLE LAUREL MCCOMB TUPELO CARRIERE GREENVILLE HERNANDO DIAMONDHEAD

D/D MO-B MO-B2 MO-G MO-I MO-K MO-O MO-P MO-R MO-T MO-W MO-W2 MO-X MO-Y MO-Z

JACKSON SPRINGFIELD SEDALIA JEFFERSON CITY JACKSON KANSAS CITY O’FALLON SULLIVAN CABOOL JOPLIN HARRISBURG ST PETERS NEOSHO BRANSON ST LOUIS

BRYANT, R SWEETING, M WHEAT, D NORSKOV, B WARREN, R HARRISON, J SCALLORN, R WILLIAMSON, K SIMMONS, E COOPER, R MATTHEWS, T JOHNSON, B TARVER, K SULLIVAN, P

601-919-0920 228-265-0262 662-328-2652 601-681-8473 601-638-6626 601-939-3466 662-487-2156 601-543-0801 601-876-0998 662-282-7641 601-795-9481 662-299-1579 601-278-8060 228-831-1385

MISSOURI WATKINS, B KENNEDY, B WHITE, G* LUECKENOTTE, K* WHITE, G HUMPHRIES, J KAUFMANN, G DAWSON, J MONKS, K LITTLE, S* ALBIN, D ROTHERMICH, J BROWN, J DOVE, G BARTOLONI, L

573-450-8050 417-860-4526 573-378-7100 573-659-4641 573-547-7110 913-481-7051 314-402-8271 573-732-5719 417-254-0285 417-776-7386 573-875-0660 636-332-6051 417-389-2346 417-443-3842 314-638-7454

MONTANA D/D MT-B MT-G MT-H MT-M

BILLINGS BILLINGS GREAT FALLS HELENA MISSOULA

D/D NE-C NE-NE NE-O NE-SE NE-W

CROFTON COLUMBUS PLAINVIEW OMAHA CORTLAND SCOTTSBLUFF

D/D NV-A NV-E NV-H

ELY LAS VEGAS RENO ELKO

D/D NH-A NH-E NH-G

FRANKLIN CONCORD KEENE LACONIA

ROBSON, D* HAAGENSON, H GONZALES, R ANZIK, W HINTZ, G

GORHAM

GULA, G

D/D NJ-A NJ-C NJ-D NJ-E NJ-F NJ-G NJ-H NJ-I

MORRIS PLAINS MILLVILLE MT. LAUREL BORDENTOWN, EGG HARBOR TWP FREEHOLD FLANDERS WATCHUNG TOMS RIVER

D/D NM-C NM-D NM-F NM-R NM-W

ALBUQUERQUE CLOVIS FARMINGTON ALBUQUERQUE SOUTHEAST ALBUQUERQUE

NEW JERSEY

406-651-0698 406-656-1827 406-952-0952 406-227-8904 406-251-5781

775-289-3620 702-658-4867 775-747-7477 775-777-9207

NEW HAMPSHIRE

HEATH, E DANIELS, G YOUNG, R HEATH, E

973-539-7161 609-618-4178 856-581-3171 609-298-4026 609-704-2962 732-202-8883 973-927-3844 973-923-1876 732-349-7183

MORRISON, K PETTIGREW, D DAVIS, R SHUPE, R RICHARDS, J FRENCH, R

505-922-9250 575-763-1636 505-632-1331 505-823-2375 575-627-7692 505-275-1071

NEW YORK D/D NY-D NY-F NY-G NY-H NY-K NY-L NY-N NY-T NY-U NY-W NY-X

BATAVIA CENTRAL SQUARE ITHACA HALFMOON YOUNGSTOWN HAUPAUGH EARLTON SARATOGA SPRINGS TABERG JAMESTOWN ROCHESTER NEWBURGH

D/D NC-A NC-A2 NC-B2 NC-C NC-C2 NC-D NC-D2 NC-E NC-E2 NC-F NC-F2 NC-G NC-G2 NC-H2 NC-I NC-K2 NC-L NC-L2 NC-M NC-M2 NC-N NC-O2 NC-P2 NC-Q NC-Q2 NC-R NC-S2 NC-T2 NC-V NC-W NC-X NC-Y NC-Y2 NC-Z

ARCHDALE GREENSBORO LEXINGTON WINSTON-SALEM CHARLOTTE SMITHFIELD GREENVILLE NEW BERN CARY ELIZABETH CITY JACKSONVILLE GARNER HIGH POINT WAYNESVILLE DURHAM ASHEVILLE FAYETTEVILLE GASTONIA MOORESVILLE SALISBURY HENDERSONVILLE BURLINGTON HICKORY FOREST CITY WILMINGTON DUNN/BENSON THOMASVILLE SANFORD ALBEMARLE STATESVILLE EDEN WAKE FOREST MORGANTON MONROE ROCKY MOUNT

D/D ND-C ND-D

MANDAN BISMARCK FARGO

D/D OH-A OH-A3 OH-B OH-B3 OH-C3 OH-D3 OH-E2 OH-F OH-F2 OH-F3 OH-G2 OH-H2 OH-H3 OH-I OH-I2 OH-J OH-K2 OH-L OH-L2 OH-M

STREETSBORO FINDLAY MARIETTA MANSFIELD OBETZ STRONGSVILLE MARYSVILLE CINCINNATI FAIRBORN AMHERST LANCASTER MANTUA GARFIELD HTS PROCTORVILLE WOOSTER WARREN DAYTON BELLEVUE CINCINNATI NEW PHILADELPHIA AUSTINTOWN

WOOD JR, P* SPENCER, W SCHROTH, R MCGINNESS, M PRICE, W AYLWARD, R EIGHMEY, D NUTTING, S FLETCHER, D SCHAAL, C EAMES, G BREAU, P

585-343-8903 315-673-2641 607-739-5421 518-376-8061 716-625-9577 516-449-8299 845-679-7423 518-587-1076 315-865-4458 716-354-2045 585-748-3953 845-562-8327

BUTCHER, A WORLAND, K DEZARN, R BEESON, V WRIGHT, T STRAUGHAN, J MANNING, R LUCIER, L SCULLY, T MALLORY, K COOK, A LANE, S ROBINSON, J WHEELER, C JACKSON, C WARREN, A BEELER, P MYERS, W JOHNSON, M QUINN, A LOBACH, B JENNINGS, L PERRY, J HUMPHRIES, M PORTER, D LEE JR, F BOLES JR, R WOMACK, B HATLEY, R PRICHARD, J FARGIS, G RICHARDS, R HUTTMAN, G SIMONICK, J WAHL, C

NORTH DAKOTA OPPEGARD, J THEURER, D HOGEN, S

603-393-5674 603-673-5268 603-357-0270 603-393-5674

WILLIAMS, R MONDAY, M AYERS, J* WOODMANSEE, J FORD, W HICKS, J DENMAN, K* DIDDAY, C ROGERS, L TBA, CARPENTER, G* RAK, D RAIFORD, E VANDERHOOF, R BENJAMIN, R STOCKTON, R* EBRIGHT, D SCHAUSS, A HOLLINGSWORTH, P THORNTON, G JONES, R

OH-M2 OH-N OH-N2 OH-O OH-P OH-Q2 OH-S OH-T OH-T2 OH-U OH-U2 OH-V OH-V2 OH-W OH-W2 OH-X OH-X OH-X2 OH-Y OH-Z OH-Z2

DEFIANCE LIMA SABINA NEWARK MEDINA CIRCLEVILLE FREMONT KENT TROTWOOD CELINA HILLIARD ASHLAND WINTERSVILLE MARION BOWLING GREEN ATHENS ATHENS MONROE MT. VERNON PAINESVILLE DELAWARE

D/D OK-B OK-E OK-G OK-I OK-J OK-K OK-L OK-M OK-N OK-P OK-W OK-X

SHAWNEE SHAWNEE TULSA BARTLESVILLE GLENPOOL GUTHRIE PONCA CITY LAWTON MUSKOGEE NORMAN CLAREMORE OKLAHOMA CITY STILLWATER

D/D OR-C OR-G OR-H OR-I OR-J

HUBBARD BEND SALEM HERMISTON OREGON CITY ALBANY

D/D PA-A PA-B PA-C PA-D PA-E PA-F PA-G PA-H PA-I PA-K PA-L PA-M PA-N PA-P PA-Q PA-R PA-S PA-T PA-V PA-W PA-X

PUNXSUTAWNEY KING OF PRUSSIA LITITZ CHAMBERSBURG CRANBERRY TWP BELLE VERNON BELLEFONTE ERIE BERWICK REYNOLDSVILLE DILLSBURG ALLENTOWN WILLIAMSPORT MEADVILLE PITTSBURGH PITTSFIELD SAYRE ALTOONA SOMERSET HANOVER EVERETT TUNKHANNOCK

D/D RI-A RI-B

LINCOLN MIDDLETOWN WARWICK

D/D SC-A SC-C SC-D SC-E SC-F SC-G SC-H SC-I SC-J SC-K SC-M SC-O SC-P SC-Q SC-S SC-T SC-V

TRAVELERS REST ANDERSON BEAUFORT COLUMBIA GREENVILLE EASLEY CHARLESTON YORK CLEMSON MYRTLE BEACH SPARTANBURG GREENWOOD CHESTERFIELD LEXINGTON AIKEN NEWBERRY GREER SUMTER

D/D SD-L

CROFTON SIOUX FALLS

LIME, J SANDERS, R LANGAN, J DAY, R MARCINKO, R HUFFMAN JR, B* WHITE, K KELLER, J SCHATZBERG, L GEHRLICH, D WITZEL, L CARPENTER, D STRAKA, T* NEWLAND, J BECKER, T* MEESE, J* SWITZER, J YAPLE, P SLONAKER, D ZINGELMANN, M BITEMAN, J

419-395-2352 419-339-6626 937-376-2289 740-787-1557 330-416-1460 740-474-1830 419-974-4040 330-524-1497 937-848-8749 937-693-8983 614-451-8673 419-929-8385 740-266-6321 740-360-0228 419-838-7101 740-385-3499 740-385-4049 513-988-0880 740-397-8467 440-796-1896 614-205-2939

OKLAHOMA COWAN, L CARTER, S EWING, M POWELL, R SCOTT, D REDINGER, D ASHPOLE, E CLOUSE, T RHOADES, W HUGGARD, L SMITH, G BELLACK, A IRONS, J

405-535-1154 405-227-8675 918-447-7709 918-914-1962 918-261-3721 405-626-0222 580-762-8918 580-704-0329 618-410-4412 405-755-8126 918-825-9223 405-626-8838 405-747-4618

OREGON

336-861-7140 336-310-3159 336-969-2180 336-618-5701 704-392-2656 919-989-8232 252-752-4520 252-244-1988 919-469-1600 252-338-1062 910-330-2651 919-279-5758 336-565-9468 828-734-8495 919-732-2454 828-628-1757 910-484-7308 704-483-5241 704-263-9841 704-467-2678 828-693-7924 919-732-7961 828-396-3777 704-434-9873 910-547-0990 910-292-3149 336-764-4707 919-499-1352 704-385-9318 828-632-8367 336-635-6564 919-435-8050 828-855-0677 704-856-8149 252-937-7540

701-471-0210 701-224-1966 701-281-0089

OHIO 402-357-3704 402-447-2793 605-665-7526 402-884-5999 402-798-7731 308-436-1977

NEVADA GRACE, D OSTROV, M FARRINGTON, M PRICE, D

SMITH, S SEDLAK, K CAMIRE, D DEAN, L DAVIS III, M MALONE, B HAYS, B CORREIA, R SINGER, M

NEW MEXICO

NEBRASKA STEFFEN, C KRUEGER, T RISLING, D STEGNER, G ADEN, R KNODE, S

603-482-3252

NORTH CAROLINA

MISSISSIPPI D/D MS-B MS-C MS-D MS-E MS-F MS-J MS-L MS-M MS-N MS-O MS-Q MS-Y MS-Z

NH-K

330-802-2429 419-387-7459 740-896-3073 419-683-3403 740-777-1337 440-740-0872 937-246-3221 513-724-7765 937-423-1200 740-654-7156 330-608-8816 216-663-5062 740-532-5338 330-276-5900 330-637-5191 937-427-8832 440-839-2194 812-539-4279 740-254-4353 330-717-9057

BEAN, M KIRK, R BURGESS, D BRIDGE, M* NEUBURGER, A KLOPFENSTEIN, D

503-951-2668 541-771-6921 503-370-7984 541-449-1451 503-954-0242 503-394-2841

PENNSYLVANIA HARTLE, D DITTUS, D PARKER III, J ELLIOTT, L AMMERMAN, H VOGEL, R WALKER, D ARNEMANN, D VAN ART, G LUFSEY, M LEIB, J KECK, J DAUBERMAN JR, R WESTFALL, A MILLER, M SMITH, N SMOUSE, D RUPERT, R SCHEVE, M BRILLHART, D STONE, C PAYLOR, P

814-938-7136 610-393-0243 717-584-5620 717-532-7671 412-795-6685 724-493-1372 814-231-0660 814-450-6042 570-759-9304 814-275-1271 717-766-5467 610-838-6481 570-374-1511 814-374-4892 412-563-4920 814-968-9132 570-265-8073 814-669-4793 814-243-7248 717-266-4829 814-652-6554 570-836-5285

RHODE ISLAND BURNS, J JARVAIS, S SMITH, J

401-728-6617 401-226-8012 401-437-1308

SOUTH CAROLINA COLEMAN, C* ATKINS, J BYTHEWOOD, R SUTTON JR, J HOLDER, P DENT, E PALMER, E WOOD, J RICE, I DUNAWAY, J BAILEY, J ELDRIDGE, E MCLAIN, J PREVOST, E SUTHERLAND, J WILSON JR, J MACGREGOR, F NICHOLS, D

864-834-5170 864-348-7481 843-525-1640 803-605-7572 864-288-8409 864-269-0100 843-367-7114 803-684-9649 864-859-3379 843-357-2270 864-591-4260 864-993-5542 843-623-6298 803-358-6545 803-266-5189 864-445-3077 864-469-0349 803-499-4466

SOUTH DAKOTA STEFFEN, C GRUSSING, M

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READERS’ RIDES Do you have a good, clear photograph of your pride and joy? This section of Wing World is designed to show off as many bikes as possible. Give us information about your Gold Wing; start with the basics of its year, model and color, then tell a little about what is special about your bike. Send your description and photos to: Wing World Editorial Department, 21423 N. 11th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027, or via email to editor@gwrra.org.

2008 GL1800 This is our (Roy and Anita Fosnight, Jr., GWRRA #6681, of Harvest, Alabama) Pearl White Gold Wing and Hannigan trailer. We left last year’s Colorado District Convention and headed home through Utah and Arizona; this photo was taken along the way from an Indian jewelry booth, with Monument Valley in the background. Our trip was 15 days and 4,600 miles.

2002 GL1800 This photo was taken during my (Gean Taylor, GWRRA #248356, of Douglasville, Georgia) “Ride of a Lifetime” to Alaska last summer to attend the Region J Rally in Anchorage, camping out most of the way and then riding on my own for the last 16 days of the trip. This photo was taken at the top of Dawson City, Yukon on a hillside that overlooks the entire valley. The ride lasted 30 days, and I put 13,547 miles on my 2002 GL1800!

1994 GL1500 This photo was taken one spring day in 2004, while there was still snow and ice, as we (Dean and Kimiko Bogar, GWRRA #80405, of Enumclaw, Washington) visited the monument of the Mount St. Helens volcano. In fact, you can't see it, but in the background is some of the tremendous destruction of the real estate. We were riding a 1994 two-tone Candy Apple Red GL1500 at the time.

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Wings by the Sea! 2005 GL1800 Here is my (Christine Howland, GWRRA #296114, of Arvada, Colorado) white 2005 30th Anniversary Honda Gold Wing, in June of 2009. I took this photo of my bike parked on Nacimiento Road, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and California Highway 1 (right side, background)…I think my bike was enjoying the view as much as I was! Nacimiento Road is an amazing ride, but not for the inexperienced rider—with its tight turns and loose gravel.

2004 GL1800 We (Mike and Linda Jackson, GWRRA #303492, of Dallas, North Carolina) are Members of Chapter NCL, Gastonia, and we took a ride last summer from North Carolina through every state north and east of West Virginia then into New Brunswick, Canada and back. This photo was taken at the West Quoddy Head Lighthouse, near Lubec, Maine. This was the best two-week vacation of our lives! We enjoyed each of the 3,369 miles we put on our Candy Black Cherry Wing!

2008 GL1800 This photo of our (Ted and Billie Litton, GWRRA #333817, of Blackwater, Missouri) 2008 GL1800 in front of the old lighthouse at Pemaquid Point, in Bristol, Maine, was taken the first week of September last year during our 14-day, 3,600-mile trip to New England through 14 states. On the way home, we even crossed off Vermont as the last state of the Lower 48 for us to have ridden in—and our Wing performed flawlessly!

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Ode to an Angel By Roger Gleddie, GWRRA #183153, of White Rock, British Columbia, Canada

As the New Year is upon us, And the bikes are put away, All covered up, in various spots, Until again it’s time to play…

I know that she’s held all our hands, When conditions weren’t real great: The pouring rain, that slippery spot, I know I appreciate.

We must take the time to glance back, At last year’s riding season. Our Guardian Angel has done real good; We know she had her reasons.

And bless her heart, she truly knows, The super spots to eat. She’ll swing that lead bike left or right, And save us all a seat!

She has helped us through a few tough spots, Like the trip we took to Baker: A broken shield, a skinned-up knee— With her along, we “made 'er”.

When riding through the darkest night, I know she holds my light, And directs it to that perfect spot, So all appears real bright.

So to you, my Guardian Angel, I raise my glass, I do, In thanks for riding ’long side me, And all that rode there, too.

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“The Dragon”—one time you really appreciate your Guardian Angel…This photo of Bill Plyler (GWRRA #182312, of Advance, North Carolina) riding his GL1800 was taken just before sunset last October on “The Dragon” in Deals Gap, Tennessee. Photo by Killboy.com. 92

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Where you live, you were able to enjoy a bit of motorcycle riding yet this past November. And now, as you sit by the warm winter fire recalling that last month of sporadic riding, some other memories about the month flood in as well. Suddenly, you’re recalling all types of non-motorcycling things about the month of November—most of which you can count on happening, or having, every year. See if you can find all the things on the list that you’ve thought of so far.

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Look for the Answer Key in next month’s issue! (Puzzle created by Wing World Technical Contributor Howard Halasz)

International Motorcycle Shows ..15 J & M Corp................................2 KD Cycle .................................67

Answer to Last Month’s Cryptogram Puzzle...

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Did you figure out what your partner/coach was trying to communicate to you as you practiced tight circles on your bike in an empty parking lot? If not, here is the answer key for that puzzle, located on page 91 of the December 2012 issue of Wing World.

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ENGRAVED USA/CANADA MAP W/STONES $2299 #USCAN

BikeMP3 GL1800 HONDA GL1800 PERFORMANCE CB KIT. FACTORY CB KITS 99 99 $539 #08E96MCA100A 2012 $599 #GL2WAY CB Kit 99 #CBCOMBO CB Kit+ANTENNA $61799 #08E95MCA100B 01-10 $599 MOBILE WARMING MEN'S HEATED JACKET

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$161

TOURMASTER SOLUTION 2.0 WATERPROOF LEATHER BOOTS

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$107

DELUXE LEATHER CHAPS W/REMOVABLE QUILTED LINER

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$7999 2012-2013 GL1800 RUBBER REMOTE COVER

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FIRSTGEAR WARM & SAFE HEATED JACKET LINER

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$179

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$179

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$2995

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$2995

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$2495

FIRSTGEAR WARM & SAFE HEATED LEATHER GLOVES

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$116

GOLD WING LS LOGO BLACK THERMAL SHIRT

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$4995

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GOLD WING S/S CORPORATE BLACK T-SHIRT

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$2495

WOMEN'S BLACK GOLD WING HAT W/CRYSTAL STUDS

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GL1800 TRUNK RUBBER BABY BUMPERS

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