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A P ublication of the Modified Motorcycle Association of Arizona May/June 2012
What is Happening at the Copper Dome?
May is National Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month.
Verde Valley District Sweetheart Run Story and pictures on Page 11
Submitted by Snakebite Across our nation, the month of May is officially designated ‘Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Month.’ Big cities, small towns and desert pit-stops will be seeing proud bikers and trikers out in force, celebrating the open road. May was chosen because it is the one month around America that is ideal motorcycling weather, even in Alaska. There couldn’t be a better time to educate the driving public to ‘Share the Road’ and ‘Look Twice For Motorcycles’.
Submitted by Mick Degn It’s hard to believe but by the time this comes out our Legislative session will be over with and our Legislative folks will be out campaigning for their new position or getting ready to depart their Legislative position. It’s been another interesting year on bills and you can always count on some surprises in politics. Listed below is an update on the bills that we ran this year. Legislative bills this year for the Motorcycle Community: •
Lane Advancement- The purpose of the bill is to alleviate the problem that all motorcyclists in Arizona have when traffic is either stopped, or moving slower than 25 mph. Example-- overheating of air-cooled engines, heat exhaustion related to extreme temps, clutching, rear-end collisions, low visibility,etc., all related to stopped or slow moving traffic on Arizona’s roads. We are proposing that all motorcyclists be allowed to move forward safely based on some criteria that has been defined. This bill we had held due to the opposition by ADOT, Director of Highway Safety, Phoenix Police and DPS. In addition, we had a number of concerns raised by the Motorcycle Community.
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“What if I move into the lane and the car has to move over due to something in the road and hits me, who is at fault?”,
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” How do we tell if they’re going 25 mph or less?”
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“This scares me, that isn’t much space?”
MMA Districts host various Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Events at stores, swap meets and parks during May, getting the word out to as many people as we can, since motorcycles will be seen on roadways everywhere. We as MMA members have to take advantage of this opportunity, as it is the one time of year the media will write and report some positive motorcycle articles and stories. As the month of May ends, most thoughts of the lessons of May Safety and Awareness Programs are soon forgotten as radio announcements, billboards media spots slowly fade away. The Modified Motorcycle Association of Arizona knows our work of educating the public is a daily ongoing mission and requires upbeat promotion.
If you would like the Motorcycle Patriot delivered to your home, fill out our membership form contained inside this issue.
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The MMA sign campaign of establishing permanent ‘Look Twice for Motorcycle’ road signs around the state has been very successful. Reports tell us that keeping motorcycle awareness on the minds of motorists does make a big difference. At present, I believe we have around 60 signs in the state of Arizona, but this a very small drop in the bucket. As a rule, there are just too few volunteers to really get the word around .Commonsense dictates that if you ride, it’s your respectful responsibility to the riding community to educate friends, family, neighbors and co-workers how they can safely share the road with you and other motorcyclists. Since these people know you personally, the message you give them could be the one they remember while driving. It might save your life and others someday. Info you can share with ALL road users: •
Never drive, bike, or walk while distracted. This can result in tragic consequences for motorcyclists. No texting, no iPods, no portable DVD or iPad use when in motion--- and hang up the cell phone while driving. Lives. Including yours, could depend on it. If you need to text or enjoy a device, simply park!
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Motorcycles have the same rights and privileges as any other vehicle on the roadway. No exceptions.
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Allow a motorcyclist a full lane width. Do not share the lane. Drive and ride like a cop is on your tail, because they may be watching you anyway.
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Because motorcycles are small, most vehicle drivers have a hard time judging approaching motorcycle speed and distance..
In order to run this bill, we need to work with other states and Arizona to get more data and a lot more
MMA of Arizona PMB 138 P.O. Box 30280 Phoenix, AZ 85046-0280
High Country District Signs
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Always signal your intentions before changing lanes or merging with traffic. This allows following or approaching motorcyclists to anticipate traffic flow and find a safe lane position.
• Because motorcycles smaller stature they easily be hidden in a vehicle’s blind spot. Always check for motorcycles by checking ALL mirrors and blind spots before entering or leaving a lane --and look twice in traffic and at intersections. Happy Trails!
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ATTENTION ALL MMA MEMBERS! Important benefit increase for members see announcement on page 3 More MMA Event Coverage Inside Inside This Issue:
MMA of Arizona Listings ..................................2 State Membership Information ........................3 From Our Chairman..........................................4 The Disgruntled Biker ......................................5 MMA of Arizona Event Calendar......................6 Lobbyist Update................................................8 Editor’s Space ...................................................9 Event Pics and Articles..........................10 & 11 Business Member Listing ..............................12 Horoscope .......................................................14 M.A.P. ...............................................................14 District Updates ..............................................16 Pet Corner .......................................................17 Ride Tips..........................................................18 Biker Vittles .....................................................19
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MAY/JUNE 2012 PUBLISHER / EDITOR / LAYOUT
Lee Gonzales editor@mma-az.org ADVERTISINg
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Valley Newspapers of Phoenix MOTORCYCLE PATRIOT PMB 138 P.O. Box 30280 Phoenix, Arizona 85046 623-693-4932 Motorcycle Patriot is published every two months. All material is copyrighted 2012 and all rights reserved by Modified Motorcycle Association of Arizona (MMA of AZ). Reproduction of any kind without permission is prohibited. Motorcycle Patriot is produced solely from freelance and authorized material. All material is compiled from sources believed to be reliable but published without responsibility for errors or omissions. Opinions expressed by authors are not necessarily those of the publisher. Motorcycle Patriot accepts advertisements from advertisers believed to be of good reputation but cannot guarantee the authenticity or quality of objects or services advertised.
DEADLINE FOR PUBLISHINg All materials for consideration in the next issue must be received by June 10th. Any materials received after the deadline will be considered for a future issue. Submit materials to editor@mma-az.org
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MMA of Arizona State Officers Chairman Vice Chairman Secretary Treasurer Sergeant at Arms Sergeant at Arms Membership Activities Communications Quartermaster ACMC Represenative ACMC Represenative NCOM Represenative AIL Represenative Designated Lobbyist Authorized Lobbyist M.A.P Coordinator Patriot Editor Webmaster
Tom Corr Ed "Hollywood" Holyoak Cherie “Rudy” Dubrow Steve “Tuffy” Belzer Glen "Burg" Humbarger Carlos "Patron" Romero Contract service provider Cindy Gates OPEN Julie Cissne Gary Thurston Mike Murray Steve "Muskrat" Musgrave C.J. Swinford Mick Degn Billy Larson Bobbi Hartmann Lee “Snakebite” Gonzales Contract service provider
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MMA of Arizona District Contacts Casa Grande District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Steve "Muskrat" Musgrave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .520.371.1735. . . . . . . . . SMUSBLULGT@aol.com Fern WIlliams 520.560.6989 fernevar@gmail.com Eagle District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cherie “Ruby” Dubrow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .623.328.7255. . . . . . . . . cheriedubrow@yahoo.com Steve “Tuffy” Belzer 602.399.2325 tuffy_56@hotmail.com High Country District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Larry Stroud . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .928.710.6990. . . . . . . . . stroud.stroud@gmail.com Leather/Iron Horse/Phoenix District . . .Cindy Gates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .623.635.5569. . . . . . . . . cgates0617@yahoo.com Lee “Snakebite” Gonzales 623.693.4932 rattlensnake@yahoo.com Phoenix District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Howar “Duck Burley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .623-217-0378 . . . . . . . . hburley@aol.com Mary Hart 602-485-4705 marade@q.com Northern Arizona District . . . . . . . . . . . .Jim “Redneck” Blair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .928.660.0656. . . . . . . . . redneck@ourranch.com Randy Howard 928.660.1290 firextiger@yahoo.com Red Mountain District . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Donna Woltman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .602-723-6044 . . . . . . . . donnawoltman@yahoo.com Tom “Teekay” Kartler 480-832-0117 tkartler@cox.net Rim Country District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ed “Hollywood” Holyoak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .928.978.1537. . . . . . . . . woodnvine@live.com Becca “Vine” Holyoak 928.978.2850 woodnvine@live.com Verde Valley District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Doug "8 Ball" Keatts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .928.202.9753. . . . . . . . . 8ball@desertthundermc.com Debi Althouse 480.212.3442 debialthouse@yahoo.com Westsiders District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Chip Bert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . c.ghostman@gmail.com White Mountain District . . . . . . . . . . . . .Carlene Hulsey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .928.245.6427. . . . . . . . . carlene1duda@hotmail.com Bill "Wild Bill" Hulsey 928-245-8888 wildbill4mma@hotmail.com
MMA of Arizona Life Service Mike Bennett Tom and Lynna Buohl Fritz Clapp, Esq Tom Corr Dick “Turtle” Davis* Dave Deckwa Marysia Deckwa Mick Degn
Howard Gelman James and Lee Gonzales Mary Hart Bobbi Hartmann Ed “Hollywood” Holyoak Becca “Vine” Holyoak Joseph Hoodak Ray “Rayman” Huston
Tambria Kirk-Huston Teri Kelley* Butch Kirkham Carl Letzin Joanne Letzin “Pipe” Loomis Stony Monday Steve "Muskrat" Musgrave
Janie Picciano Tony Picciano Mike Shearhart Willie Shearhart Edward “Jersey” Smith Betty McDonald-Swinford CJ Swinford
MMA of Arizona Life Membership Casa Grande District Tom Corr Eddie Davis Steve Musgrave Carol Myers Cochise District Jon V. Everett Kresent Gurtler Ernie Harris Thom Ihli David Leabo Phyllis Rimmer Betty Rodriguez Eagle District Julie Cissne Cherie Dubrow Billy “Desperado” Larson Scot Williamson Grand Canyon District Stephen Briggs High Country District Marlin Kussler Colin MacDiarmid* Stony Monday Leather/Iron Horse District Richard L. Davis* Terry Engelking Cindy Gates James Gonzales Lee Gonzales Larry Griffith Dave “Stiffy” Hill Don Hill Joseph Hoodak Tambria Kirk Dave Kopp Henry “Skip” Mikolajczyk Tony Picciano Jane Picciano Deborah Riggs Gerald Riggs John “Skip” Sims Edward Smith Ron Spirlock Paul Stuart Garry Thurston Kris Wall
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Michael Wendt Northern Arizona District Larry Evans Joseph Harris Bill Justice Marie Justice Renee Lippert Steve”Limey” Lippert Eddie Lovato Phoenix District Mark Belden Mark Borato Tom Buohl Lynna Buohl Russell G. Cheetham Jr. David Deckwa Sr. Marysia Deckwa Lee Erceg* Tom Erhardt Victor Florio Jack “Yukon Jack” Fry Jeff Gordon Tracy Gruber Mary Hart Bobbi Hartmann Barbara Hatley* Roger Hurm Lee Irvine Butch Kirkham Judy Kirkham Karen Konley Keven Kullberg Chester Larson Sue Leggett Dean Lott Diane Malone Betty McDonald Larry Myers Fred Pascarelli Forrest Phillips Beverlee Simmons Waldo Stuart* Charles Swinford Red Mountain District Michael D. Bennett Debra Donaldson Mike Shearhart Willie Shearhart Carl Letzin
Joanne Pilger-Letzin Michelle Wirth-Packer Rim Country District Ed “Hollywood” Holyoak Becca Holyoak Diane Schultz Wayne Slocum Jane Wilcox Salt River District James Best Mick Degn John Emerson Chuck Franklin Howard Gelman Bill Goodwin Bob Gumfory Sherry Harradence Gay Hayward James Hillyard William Hitze Wade Jackson Larry Jenkins Phyllis Kelley Glen Koepke Elmer Myers Darline Olsen “Lady Jewells” Olson-Lentz Greg Oppedal Don “Sandman” Randolph Catherine “Kate” Rouse Larry Venteicher Tucson District Dennis Beye M. Juaregui Ralph Levon Pipe Loomis Kathy Marble Martin Minninger The Solano Family Verde Valley District Ken Cadigan Robert Dixson Rose Dixson Jessica Howell Bill Lyons Jr. Michael Mooney Dale Vandermolen
Westsiders District Deborah Blair Kimberley “Sunshiney” Cole George Graham Ray Huston Gene “Gobb” Mummert Wesley “T-Bone” Straight Michael Vigorito White Mountain District Tim Belous Randy Crider John “Oilcan” Fields* Bob Kirby Ben McLachlan Robin Pierce Randy Rahn Terry K. Rutherford Rich Tuminello Denise Hunter-Tuminello Buddy Zahnle Other District Mike Revere MMA State NCOM Bill Bish - Encino, CA Fritz Clapp Esq. Joe Eggleston* Tank Tiger Mike Revere Motorcycle Club Life Members Sober Riders since 08/2003 Limey Riders since 09/2005 VIII’s Society since 11/2006 Life Emeritus Members Roger "Priest" Hurm - Chairman Bill Justice - Chairman CJ Swinford - Chairman Colin “Cinders” MacDiarmid* Co-Founders of MMA-AZ Joe Eggleston, Esq.* AIM Attorney Richard Lester, Esq. AIM Attorney * In Memoriam
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MMA of Arizona District Meeting Times & Locations Casa grande 1st Sunday at 11 am Silver Bullet Bar 1401 N. Pinal Ave. Casa Grande, AZ
Northern Arizona 2nd Saturday at 9 am Glen Canyon Steakhouse 201 N. Lake Powell Page, AZ
Eagle 3rd Sunday at 10:00 am Baca Loco (old Chuy’s) 5134 N. 95th Ave. Glendale, AZ
Phoenix - (Rebuilding) 1st Saturday at 10 am Maverick Saloon 9605 N. 19th Ave Phoenix, AZ
High Country 3rd Sunday at 11 am Smokin Harley’s Steakhouse 10456 S. State Rte 69 Mayor, AZ
Red Mountain3rd Saturday at 10 am Jolie’s Place 140 W. Warner Rd Chandler, AZ
Leather 2nd Saturday at 10 am Charley’s Place 4324 W. Thunderbird Rd. Glendale, AZ
Rim Country 2nd Sunday at 9 am Legion Tonto Rim Post #69 709 E. Hwy 260 Payson, AZ
Verde Valley 2nd Sunday at 11 am Nate’s Cowboy Cafe 206 S Main St Cottonwood, AZ Come Early for Breakfast!
Bring a friend to your meeting
Westsiders (Rebuilding) 4th Sunday at 9 am Avondale Moose Lodge 1572 S. Cotton Lane Goodyear, AZ White Mountain 2nd Sunday at 10 am V.F.W. Main Street Eager, AZ
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What is the MMA MMA is a Motorcyclists Rights Organization (MRO) comprised of motorcyclists and motorcycle enthusiasts who are concerned with the future, safety, and welfare of motorcycling. We are a non-profit, educational organization dedicated to improving the social atmosphere that surrounds motorcyclists, and protecting the individual freedoms of citizens. We are an association that lobbies and educates the government and the general public to promote motorcycling in a safe and positive image. When you become a member of the MMA of Arizona, you make a difference in the ongoing mission to protect your right to ride and enjoy the motorcycle of your choice, your choice of riding apparel, and when and where you can ride a motorcycle. These issues are real and present in today’s “protect yourself from yourself” political environment. This holds true for all levels of government. At the state level we have a lobbyist who regularly visits our state capital to lobby our legislators on the issues concerning the motorcyclists in Arizona. On the national level we are aligned with the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM), and several other motorcycle rights organizations.
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From Our Chairman
NCOM BIKER NEWSBYTES Compiled & Edited by Bill Bish National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM)
Chairman’s comments relative to motorcycle rights and the MMA of Arizona. Tom Coor MMA of AZ Chairman
I read something the other day that intrigued me. 'What is the definition of freedom?' The author related that after thinking about it, he did not have an answer. I have to say I do not have an answer either. I know what my idea of freedom is, however I’m sure it varies from person to person, is relative to everyone and is totally limitless. I do however know freedom can disappear in a heartbeat, and I know that freedom stands for something greater than just the right to act however one chooses. Certainly, as the author stated freedom does mean the right to do as one pleases—to think, believe, speak, worship (or not worship), move about, gather, and generally act as you choose—but only until your choices start to infringe on another person's freedom. The article went on to state the abuse of freedom leads to its demise; think about someone yelling 'fire' in a crowded theater. Think about laws that limit sound emissions for motorcycles. Some say the sharpest interpretation of freedom is “the absence of necessity, coercion, or constraint in choice or action.” I guess I could go along with that. Freedom should be about living one’s life and having a government that is not oppressive, to be able to own firearms, and ride a motorcycle without the possibility of mandatory roadside checkpoints. So ask yourself, what is your definition of freedom and do you actually have it? If you agree with any of the above you need to be active and current in the MMA and actively lobby your elected officials in the ongoing struggle against legislations that will rob you of motorcycle and individual freedoms. Currently we have too many members that have not paid their annual membership dues, some are many months delinquent. We have sent out renewal reminders many times to these individuals but still no response. Postage is too expensive to keep sending out the reminders month after month. We are always working to increase membership and hate to drop members because they haven’t paid their dues for one reason or another, and it’s not right to continue to let non-paying members receive the same benefits of the paying members. Don’t be a postage burden, mail in or renew your membership on line. Please let us know if you are no longer interested in keeping your membership active and we will, against our best wishes remove you from the membership rolls. Finally we need to seek the support and sponsorship of any and especially new elected political figures. We also need to secure the support and sponsorship of TV, radio and print corporations who can contribute to our cause. In addition to getting manufacturers and motorcycle businesses involved by showing them how injustices and anti-motorcycle legislation can affect their businesses. Any feedback and input will be greatly appreciated.
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FEDERAL HIgHWAY BILL PROgRESSES The U.S. Senate has approved its version of a federal highway appropriations measure (S.1813, "Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century" or MAP-21) by a vote of 74-22 on March 14, and the $109 billion highway bill includes motorcycle safety funding for states and would bar federal funds from being used to conduct motorcycleonly checkpoints. The measure now goes to the House of Representatives for further action, where a similar measure is also being considered (H.R. 7, the "American Energy and Infrastructure Jobs Act of 2012”). Both bills contain motorcycle safety program funding and both would prohibit motorcycle-exclusive roadblocks, and neither version has any anti-motorcycle provisions, but it’s unclear if the House will take up the Senate bill or advance their own legislation. MORE STATES MOVE TO BAN MOTORCYCLE-ONLY CHECKPOINTS While Congress continues to consider passing a prohibition on motorcycle-only roadside “safety checkpoints” by halting federal funding, several states are moving forward with their own laws to ban the practice. New Hampshire and North Carolina have both passed such legislation, and Virginia has become the latest state to pass a bill to bar law enforcement agencies from setting up safety checks that only stop motorcycles for inspection. Following a motorcycle-only checkpoint set up during last year’s Rolling Thunder POW/MIA rally en route to Washington, D.C. over Memorial Day weekend, Delegate C. Todd Gilbert (R-Shenandoah) introduced H.B.187, which passed and was signed into law on Feb. 28 by Governor Bob McDonnell. Most recently, New Jersey introduced companion bills in the Senate (S-1685) and the Assembly (A-508) to prohibit police from establishing checkpoints limited to certain types of vehicles and would require that all checkpoints include all types of vehicles. Calling motorcycle-only checkpoints discriminatory and unconstitutional, ABATE of California is likewise pushing a bill (AB-1047) that would ban state and federal funding of biker barricades. According to ABATE Lobbyist Jim Lombardo, “We passed out of the Assembly and are awaiting a hearing in the Senate Transportation Committee, probably next month, and then on to Governor Brown.” Meanwhile on the legal front, New York A.I.M. (Aid to Injured Motorcyclists) Attorney Mitch Proner told the Associated Press that he is preparing to appeal a federal court decision upholding the constitutionality of motorcycle roadblocks in N.Y., and the issue may eventually be heard before the U.S. Supreme Court. BIKER ANTI-DISCRIMINATION BILL HEARD IN COLORADO Colorado legislation to ban discrimination against people wearing motorcyclist gear failed to pass its first committee hearing, but the bill’s sponsor told the AP that he was glad he proposed the bill because it raised awareness. He said bikers are unfairly judged to be criminals. State Rep. Joe Miklosi (D-Denver) says he didn’t propose the measure to get attention but to help constituents who belong to motorcycle clubs and say they are being singled out unfairly. "I'm motivated by doing the right thing," Miklosi said. "They're being discriminated against." Bikers say they're unfairly refused service at hotels, restaurants and stores because of how they dress, and Miklosi’s bill (HB-1128) would have banned businesses from discriminating against motorcyclists based on their style of dress. But his bid to add "unconventional attire" to the state law that bars discrimination in public accommodations and put biker attire alongside such protected classes as race, gender and religious affiliation, fell short in the GOPcontrolled House State, Veterans and Military Affairs committee which is known for rejecting Democratic proposals. gREEN MOUNTAIN SENATORS LEARN gANg DESIgNATION INCLUDES VETS Members of the Vietnam Veterans Motorcycle Club may be surprised to find themselves on a list of “security threat groups” recently offered by the Department of Corrections to the Vermont Senate Judiciary Committee in Montpelier, VT. According to information offered to the committee, a definition from the Department of Justice says a gang designation is appropriate for a group three or more
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WEIRD If all it takes for a “gang” to make the list is for a few Today's members of a group to commit a crime, Senator Jeanette soon y White (D-Windham) asked, “…will the Boys and Girls At the Club be next?” Vegas, MINNESOTA ROAD gUARDINg BILLS ADVANCE make m Two companion bills to allow trained and certified employ motorcyclists to road guard during motorcycle runs like mu (SF1719 and HF2008) were approved by the Minnesota or the r Senate and House Transportation Committees, The co respectively. placing Mack Backlund, State Coordinator for ABATE of modifie Minnesota, testified in favor before both committees and like to answered questions from the committee members. While user ex there were questions and concerns brought up during Davids discussion, in the end both bills passed by unanimous CHOP voice vote with no amendments. They’re The legislation creates a motorcycle road guard certificate Custom under which a person can stop and hold traffic during a pond, a motorcycle group ride: “Permits holders of a motorcycle propos road guard certificate who are acting as a flagger for a brake s motorcycle ride to stop and hold traffic, and override traffic increas control devices to direct motorcycle operators or other ban on vehicles. Requires drivers to remain stopped until directed and the to proceed.” ABS ru 2016. “This language has a long way to go in the process before becoming law, but passage in the Senate and House “The p Transportation Committees is a great start,” said Market Backlund. passed Decem YOU CAN HELP MOTORCYCLE SAFETY STUDY elemen Virginia Tech Transportation Institute (VTTI) is working in (Motor conjunction with the Motorcycle Safety Foundation to appear conduct a long term, comprehensive Naturalistic Comm Motorcyclist Study of everyday riding in a wide variety of environments and conditions -- and they need 2012 N participants. The 27 Day we If selected, you will answer questions about your age, located training and riding experience to determine where you fit This an in the study. To gather information, several small cameras, across radar, GPS and a recording unit will be attached to your riders, motorcycle for one year. Once the equipment is attached, rate of your job is to ignore it and ride like you normally would. 5800. The data is encrypted as it is collected and kept confidential. Registr includin They have selected a number of motorcycles representing night, o a cross section of riders and types of riding: beginners, welcom sport bikes, cruisers and touring, and designed their equipment and mounting system to work with several specific models, and participants must live in or near the targeted study areas that cover different terrain and traffic patterns; Blacksburg, Virginia, Orlando, Florida and Irvine, California. For more details, contact VTTI at www.motorcycle.vtti.vt.edu. FEDS PROPOSE DISTRACTED DRIVINg gUIDELINES FOR AUTOMAKERS U.S. Department of Transportation chief Ray LaHood has announced a new set of proposed distracted driving guidelines for automakers that would limit the use of incar tech solutions that are “not directly relevant to safely operating the vehicle, or cause undue distraction by engaging the driver’s eyes or hands for more than a very limited duration while driving.” From cell phones to GPS screens, distracted driving is an ever-present road hazard in today’s techo-centric world, especially for vulnerable travelers like motorcyclists, but soon video games and Facebook friends could be within arm's reach as drivers hurtle down the highway in the next generation of cars from Detroit. Coming dashboard devices would deliver a whole new level of eye candy and brain entrapment, as more than 90% of cars debuting in the next five years are expected to be equipped with Internet-connected screens and other cutting-edge wonders. Automakers are responding to surveys that show 75% of young adults want touchscreen technology in their cars. But, not if the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration can hit the "Hold" button. The agency’s proposed guidelines -- which do not carry the weight of law -- call for automobile manufacturers to make some dashboard electronic devices automatically shut down once a car starts moving, unless they're for passengers and cannot be seen by the driver. The guidelines cite six activities that should not occur while driving: text messaging, Internet browsing, using
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Studies show that drivers double the risk of a crash if they take their eyes off the road for more than two seconds, yet 41 states still allow using a cellphone hand-set while driving and fifteen allow texting behind the wheel.
WEIRD NEWS: FEELINg THE WIND IN YOUR EAR Today's phones can deliver the sound of a heartbeat, but anette soon you’ll actually feel the throbbing. ls At the International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Artificial Muscle Inc. demonstrated how it can E make mobile devices shake and rattle with great realism, employing a technology that uses plastics that function like muscles, allowing you to feel the rumble of a Harley sota or the reverberation of a shotgun blast.
The company showed off an iPhone it had modified by placing one of its Vivitouch "motors" inside that shook a modified Xbox controller to allow the user to feel what it's and like to hold a beating heart. In another instance, it let the While user experience the signature rumble of a Harleyng Davidson motorcycle starting up. us CHOPPERS FACE EURO-SION OF RIgHTS They’re long and lean, and Europe is looking to ban them. tificate Custom motorcycles are coming under fire across the ng a pond, according to Motorcycles.about.com. Along with ycle proposals to limit motorcycle emissions, force anti-lock ra brake systems on all bikes, and prohibit engine tuning for e traffic increased power; European Parliament is considering a her ban on extended forks. The issue will be voted on in April irected and the limits on modifications could take effect by 2014; ABS rulings and stricter emissions could be enforced by 2016. before e “The proposed EU Regulation on Type Approval and Market Surveillance of two and three-wheeled vehicles passed its first reading, Committee stage, on 5th December even though an impact assessment on many elements of the proposal was ongoing,” writes MAG-UK ng in (Motorcycle Action Group), “and the Delegated Acts o appear to have moved well outside the scope of the Commission's original proposal.” ety of 2012 NCOM CONVENTION IN INDIANAPOLIS The 27th annual NCOM Convention will be held Mother’s Day weekend, May 10-13, 2012 at the J W Marriot e, located at 10 S. West St., Indianapolis, Indiana 46204. ou fit This annual gathering will draw bikers’ rights activists from meras, across the country to discuss topics of concern to all your riders, so reserve your room now for the special NCOM ched, rate of $99.00 by calling (800) 266-9432 or (317) 860uld. 5800.
Registration fees for the NCOM Convention are $80 including the Silver Spoke Awards Banquet on Saturday senting night, or $45 for the Convention only. All motorcyclists are ers, welcome and encouraged to attend. Meetings, seminars r al r the traffic Irvine,
To pre-register, call the National Coalition of Motorcyclists at (800) 525-5355 or visit www.ON-A-BIKE.com. The National Coalition of Motorcyclists is requesting that MRO's, motorcycle clubs, and riding associations submit the names of those members and supporters who have died since May 2011, so that we may honor their memories during the traditional “Ringing of the Bell” tribute to fallen riders during the opening ceremonies. Dedications can be e-mailed to NCOMBish@aol.com. QUOTABLE QUOTE: "The ultimate result of shielding men from the effects of folly is to fill the world with fools."~ Herbert Spencer, English Philosopher (1820-1903)
$3,000.00 of Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance To all MMA-AZ Members I am pleased to announce that all Members of MMA-AZ now have their Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance increased from ($2,500.00) Two Thousand Five Dollars to ($3,000.00) Three Thousand Dollars. A MMA-Az State Officer will personally be mailing out this announcement with A.I.L. information in the very near future. Please remember that if you want to be contacted by a A.I.L. Representative you must mail in their correspondence that will be in the letter that we are sending. If you DO NOT want to be contacted by an A.I.L. Representative DO NOT send this information in to A.I.LA.I.L. does not have your contact information unless you send in their reply card.. It's that simple -- you need to do nothing to have this increase to ($3000.00) Three thousand dollars of Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. If you have been thinking about getting more insurance or any other type of insurance --- by all means please use the Insurance Company that is sponsoring this $3,000.00 of Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance benefit to us (MMA-AZ Members.) Below is the web site and phone contact for American Income Life Insurance Company for MMA-AZ Members.www.ailife.com/benefits/SGLLB 1-800-4951213 Remember --- if you want to be contacted send it in -- if you DO NOT want to be contacted DO NOT send it in. --That's the way it works.
Disgruntled Biker Submitted by disgruntled biker 2 Awhile back, I was at a shop looking for a primary chain for an early 80’s Wide Glide -- a simple enough request. After all, Harley first used the 82 link Primary Chain in 1941 on the FS and continued to use it until the 2006 FXSTS. A search of the HD part number revealed that chain was used on dozens of model years from of every decade since 1941. With that many years and models you would think at least one shop would carry 82-link primary chains. I checked with seven shops and all of them said they did not have it in stock but could order it and have it in one or two days. Really people? I can do the same thing from any of the big book suppliers and have it shipped to my front door. The reason I was looking to buy from a brick and mortar store was, number one - the convenience of getting it that day, and number two, to TRY and support a local shop. I don’t mind paying a premium for same day service, but I’ll be damned if I am going to pay shop mark up to have some yahoo order a part out of the same catalog I have sitting on my coffee table. What’s my incentive to order from a shop? I have to wait. I pay a mark-up and then waste fuel driving back to pick up the part. This is not a new thing. Another time, I was listening to a guy in a bike shop bitch about the Internet and how it takes money out of his pocket. I snapped back that most bike shops don’t carry much inventory anymore and always have to order it and that if you depended on the public to stay in business you need to carry things like a Primary Chain that was used on dozens of models for over 60 damned years. He tried to bullshit about parts are not interchangeable and he can’t carry that many chains. I just walked out. Which leads me to why can’t anyone use parts catalogs to cross-reference anymore? If the computer does not say it fits, you are out of luck. Hell, one time I was at a Harley shop with part number in hand and was still asked what it was going on, he told me he could not get the part unless he entered in what bike it was for. Really? Just go get the part and take the damned money. No wonder Internet sales are killing shop and dealer sales; locals don’t have the parts and are too high on the price. Why buy local if you have to wait, when you can get the same part for less in the same amount of time at your front door, with no sales tax. All I can say is have parts on inventory, be competitive in pricing or lose enough sales to go out of business and blame every one but yourself. disgruntldbiker2@aol.com
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MMA of Arizona Calendar of Events
Wednesday May 9th - Youngtown Curly's Customs Free Bike Shows at Curly's Customs 12030 N 111th Ave. in Youngtown. Free burgers, Hot dogs, and Refreshments. Custom Made Trophies. 7 PM to 9 PM. Last entry at 8 PM.. Baggers, American, Metric, Old School ALL WELCOME. Winning Bikes from each week will be entered into a bike show in July, winning bike from that show wins 3 Nights in Vegas. Judges decision is final. Also a people’s choice trophy
Saturday, May 12 - Mesa
To submit event information please contact MMA of AZ State Event Officer by phone at 623.695.5659 or Email activities@mma-az.org
Friday, May 4th - Sunday, May 6th Jake's Corner 8th annual Wild in the Weeds at Jake's Corner on HWY. 188 near Tonto Basin. Camping, live music, fun, and games. $15 per person $25 a couple. Come get Wild in the Weeds with us at HCC A.B.A.T.E. For more information: jjcatssparkywacky@yahoo.com
Saturday, May 5th – Cottonwood KA Cycle's Swap Meet. Response is great and requests are many so KA Cycle's is having another swap meet. $20.00 space fee includes one free lunch. Old parts, new parts, motorcycles for sale, scooter art, take offs, toys, vendors and much more. Call Keith @ 928-634-1364 for reservations and details or email at ridesafe@breeydog.net. SEE US ON FACEBOOK AT KA CYCLES. Please bring canned human or pet food donations for our local food pantries and animal shelters.
Wednesday, May 2nd - P hoenix Crusaders for the Children Bike Night. 7-9 p.m. at the Top Shelf Mexican Cantina - 35th Ave. and Greenway. Everyone Welcome! Good food, friends, and families! Great Bike Night Specials! This event is held every 1st Wed of the month. See ya there... Thank you for your support! For more information www.crusadersforthechildren.com
Breast Cancer Run Mesa & East Valley 7AM-8:30AM registration, kickstands up at 9AM at Fraternal Order of Eagles (FOE #4508) 6209 E Main St, Mesa. Poker Run benefits Barb Dighton, she is undergoing chemo for breast cancer. Cost $15 single, $25 couple. Goodie bags for the riders, free bagels, 50/50, raffles, live auction, food, & entertainment. We will be accepting unwanted cell phones and gold to benefit our foundation. Open to the public. Come out and show your support for a great cause! For more info www.beallfounda tion.com or call 602-999-0727 Beall Foundation, POB 13722, Mesa, AZ 85216-3722 / 480-984-1951 office/ 480-984-3757
Saturday, May 12th, P ost 69 P ayson American Legion Riders Charity Fun Run. $100 high hand, $75 low hand. Registration $10 per person, breakfast 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. $4.00, lunch noon to 2:00 p.m. $6.00. Band jam session 1:00 p.m. Drawing and auction 2:30 p.m
Saturday, May 12th - P rescott Prescott 2nd Annual Memorial Run. Registration 9amksu 10am starting point is Prescott Valley Service Monument. Ride to various memorials ending at the Quailwood Clubhouse. Pre-Register online by May 4th $20 or $25 day of the event. www.honorandremeber.org. Includes lunch plus honor and remembrance patch or pin. FMI Laura@honorandremenber.org 480-495-4668 Proceeds will be used for the purchase of personalized Honor and Remember Flags for the families of Arizona’s Fallen Hero’s
Wednesday, May 16th, P ost 57 (Ash Fork) American Legion Riders Run For The Wall Tribute. Hamburger Dinner & Raffle 3:30 p.m., Overpass 5:30 p.m. Pre-Registration first 75 (prior to May 9th) $10.00 includes Dinner, RFTW Pin, Raffle Ticket Contact Ellen 928-9160550
Saturday, May 19th, P ost 6 - P rescott Another Lousy Ride 2. Registration 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Breakfast served at 8:00. Rider $15.00, passenger
$10.00. All proceeds to go to the programs/charities sponsored by the American Legion.
Saturday, May 19 - B lack Canyon City Remembering Waldo, & mark the 5-year anniversary of his passing. Party 1pm ‘til ??? at Kid Chilleen’s Steakhouse 33125 S. Coldwater Rd; Black Canyon City, AZ - on I-17, Exit 244. Live Music, FREE admission; EVERYONE welcome. C’mon out, share some memories, & pay respects to a man who has left a lasting mark on AridZona’s biker community. Welcome Charity Home from her latest deployment. FMI: 480-855-4023
Sat, May 19 Cottonwood, AZ 8:30am – 9:30am-17th annual Jester Memorial run Sign in K A Cycles 830am 595 S.6th St. Cottonwood, AZ Poker Run(high and low hand)$15.00 single/$25.00 with Passenger 50/50, Raffles and Live Music Run Shirts and Pins Available. Presentation starts at 10am Kickstands up 1030am Saturday,
Saturday, May. 26th - Glendale Spartan Riders MC glendale - OPEN HOUSE- Saturday nite 6002 West Maryland Ave, Glendale AZ.starts at 7pm til whenever...as always food is free, beverages and a good time... www.spartanridersmcglendale.com
Saturday, June 2nd, P ost 93, Cam p Verde 6th Annual Verde Valley "Legacy" Rally and Dice Run.Road Captain Ray Yaeggi. Music, Scenic Ride, Raffles, Silent Auction. Highest dice total $100. Run begins and ends at American Legion Post 93, 286 S. 3rd St., Camp Verde. Registration 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. First bike out 11:00 a.m. Return by 4:00 p.m. for music and steak fry (additional charge for steak dinner). 130 mile ride through Village of Oak Creek, Sedona, Oak Creek Canyon, Lake Mary, Mormon Lake, Clints Well and down the mountain into Camp Verde. Pre-registration $15 for rider and $5 for passenger. Day-of-event registration $20 for rider and $5 for passenger. Submit your preregistration prior to May 15th and receive one free ride pin ($5 value). Contact Dennis Aniol, e-mail DAniol@aol.com, Phone 602-316-9134
Wednesday, June 6th – P hoenix Crusaders for the Children Bike Night. 7-9 p.m. at the Top Shelf Mexican Cantina - 35th Ave. and Greenway. Everyone Welcome! Good food, friends, and families! Great Bike Night Specials! This event is held every 1st Wed of the month. See ya there. Thank you for your support! For more information www.crusadersforthechildren.com
Wednesday June 13th - Youngtown C urly's Customs Free Bike Shows at Curly's Customs 12030 N 111th Ave. in Youngtown. Free burgers, Hot dogs, and Refreshments. Custom Made Trophies. 7 PM to 9 PM. Last entry at 8 PM.. Baggers, American, Metric, Old School ALL WELCOME. Winning Bikes from each week will be entered into a bike show in July, winning bike from that show wins 3 Nights in Vegas. Judges decision is final. Also a people’s choice trophy.
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Lobbyist Update Lobbyist information and update relative to motorcycle and citizen rights. Mick Degn Designated Lobbyist
education out there. As we know, in California, it is not a bill but a practice and the California Motorcycle Manual says it is an unsafe practice. This one will resurface again. •
Elimination of Motorcycle Emission testing in Maricopa County- We’ve seen this one on the board a few times. This one will be to extent the sunset date by two years again. Our challenge on this one continues to be EPA. The House, Senate and Governor have signed off on this one in the past but we can’t seem to get it by EPA. This bill has made it through the House and is now going through the Senate with our political challenges. We are confident that it will make it through the Senate and on to the Governor but in politics, never say confident. Once the Governor signs it, we will have EPA back involved to hopefully approve this and get it done for the last time.
As we look at Bills for 2013, there are some opportunities to help the Motorcycle Community around Insurance bills and we’ll look into that further. We’ve already done a lot of ground work in this area and will continue to do research here. As I look back at MMA and reflect back on our lobby work for this year, we’ve tried the Lane Advancement /Lane Splitting bill twice and those that have been involved in it have had mixed feelings around the bill. Two years ago when we did the Lane Splitting bill and the Governor vetoed it, we had a lot of Motorcyclists and folks say they were glad it was vetoed. Then this year we decided to run the bill under Lane Advancement and addressed all the concerns that the Governor had. Bottom line - the opposition to the bill increased and as we talked to a number of Motorcycle riders, this was not on the top of their list of we need. We finally had the bill held due to all the questions coming up that quite honestly we didn’t have good answers on and need to do a lot more research on. MMA has focused a lot on Safety and Awareness which is critical to all riders. A couple of changes or additions this year were the following: •
MMA invested as a Sponsor in AMSAF. AMSAF’s mission is to promote Safety and Awareness and MMA is investing in the Motorcycle Rider which says a lot for MMA.
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MMA has invested resources and time into MMA’s M.A.P. This program is headed by Bobbi Hartmann and she is getting to a number of schools and business’s to share the Motorcycle Awareness program. She continues to recruit new instructors and expand on this program. A great job by Bobbi.
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MMA for the second year sponsored a team for the Bowling Palooza with the House, Senate and many Lobbyists from other organizations. In 2011 MMA took 1st place and in 2012 came away with trophies again in different categories. This is great visibility for MMA and in many cases is networking and building relationships with our Legislative folks and Lobbyist from other organizations that can help us. A “Thank you” Board is put together listing all the Sponsors and I am proud to say that MMA is on that board.
Legislative person and their assistant. This allows the Legislative person to be on our turf along with them on their turf. A lot is accomplished here and many times more than what can be accomplished in their office due to interruptions. Keep in mind; we need them as much as they need us.
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Now, let’s look at next year and where do we go --
Sunday April 1st, also the last day of Bike Week, Javier was in an accident. A hit and run. Javier was after me for a month to go with him to The Hideaway. He said there were a couple bands that he really wanted to see. I told him sure. But, I had some things I needed to do in the morning. So it would be a little later in the day. He was supposed to call when he was heading up there or if he was going to come with me.
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MMA will continue to be recognized by AMSAF as a key Sponsor and their commitment to Motorcycle Safety and Awareness.
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We’re going to see a number of changes in the State Capitol with folks leaving and new Legislative folks coming in. We will lose some key Motorcycle supporters such as Senator Linda Gray and Representative Jerry Weiers. There are a number of others that we will see gone that have helped us. We need to help where ever we can in our Districts to help in the Campaign process. Putting up signs, making phone calls or whatever you can do.
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I mentioned MDATD at the Capitol lawn like we’ve done in the past. This is more critical than before. We will have a lot of new Legislative folks who don’t have a clue who we are or what we do. We need to show them who we are and what we do as an organization. MMA should be proud of what we do for Motorcycle Safety, Awareness and the Motorcycle Community. The MMA M.A.P. program that Bobbi Hartmann is heading up is a great Motorcycle Awareness and a very positive message to the schools and business on what MMA is doing. We need to continue building on this.
Bottom line, what are the things that make MMA so positive and give us the visibility and reason to be part of MMA? MMA as an organization should be able to stand on its own values and have an environment that more Motorcyclists want to sign up for and be a part of. Again, thank you for your support and involvement.
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the freedom of speech is taken away then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter." (George Washington, 1732 - 1799)
Our goal as Lobbyist for MMA is to keep you updated at all times on what is going on within our State from a Legislative standpoint and we have been doing that via email or Patriot. In addition, we’re in AZBIG every publication. Politics can be crazy but there is one thing in politics or any business that is constant and that is networking and relationships. We work with a number of Legislative folks and Lobbyists at the Capitol and away from the Capitol. We might not agree with some of the decisions that are made there but whether they are Democrat, Republican or Independent, we need their support at some point. Lobbyists work close with the Legislative folks, their staff and individuals in other departments to get their support or insight. That is critical in any business. Folks sometimes think that the assistant or secretary just answers the phone or takes messages. Guess who can get you an appointment, give you insight on what is going on and lead you in the right direction? Yes, it’s the Assistant or Secretary. Lobbyist or other organizations put on an event every year at the Capitol lawn to build relationships with the
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Submitted by Billy Larsen Yesterday I got a phone call from a friend‘s sister. She began with "I have some bad news about Javier". After asking what was wrong. She told me the story.
I decided not to go with him and went to ArrowHead Harley. I was only there for about an hour and left for home because I'm still not in the best of condition after my surgery. I never did hear from Javier. So I thought he was just having a good time and overlooked calling me. Yesterday when his sister called, she told me that when Javier left The Hideaway he was heading for Pima. He must have been going to meet us at WestWorld. After Arrowhead, the friends I was with and I were supposed to go on the ride with the SOA cast to WestWorld. Because he never called, he didn't know that I wasn't even there. Before he got to Pima, a car ran him and one of the other two riders with him, off of the road. As I understand it, the one friend died right away. Javier had a major head injury, both lungs were collapsed, ribs were broken, both arms, both legs also broken. He developed internal bleeding again on Friday and the decision was made to pull the plug. He soon passed away. We keep running legislative bills trying to protect ALL of us. We keep trying to help the general driving public watch for us better than they do. I even heard one of the news stations mention that it was Bike Week and there were thousands of Bikers out there and to be aware of us. These are the exact types of things that we are all trying so hard to prevent. We need to keep up the good fight. We must continue to do whatever we can to help others see us. We also need to do our part. We need to make sure we ourselves are as safe as we can be. We need to watch out for those who are NOT watching for us. VISIBILITY! Don't ride in blind spots, make sure your lights are all working, keep your tires properly inflated and in good condition, make sure your bike over all is in good condition. You all know the drill. More importantly -- BE SAFE so we can all keep enjoying our sport. I'll miss Javier. He was a good friend and I had been doing business with him for a good 10 years. At least he went doing something that he really loved. Farewell my friend.
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Lee “Snakebite” Gonzales Editor, Motorcycle Patriot Leather District BOD Can you believe it’s May already? It’s unreal how fast this year is moving…that means I must be a busy girl. Seems like we just finished the last Motorcycle Patriot newspaper and here it is again. I’m currently running in the overdrive mode of crash and burn to get this publication out to the biker masses, doing the final arrangements for this year’s ‘Screw Laughlin – Ten Years After” event, and of course, juggling the other activities that pay the bills. Typically, after every edition of the Patriot I begin to outline future articles and editorials in my mind. I mentally re-write them hundreds of times over the course of two months. When the deadline arrives, I finally put something to paper, and usually off-the-cuff. Those carefully planned articles rarely turn out. This issue is no exception. Tonight, I find myself writing from heart and hoping for the best once more. There are several holidays in May and June, some official and some unofficial. Ask any schoolkid, and they’ll tell you the end of May and early June signal freedom, fun and vacations.. May features May Day to celebrate the growing season and Mother’s Day to honor our Mothers. May flags fly high for VE-WWII Day and Memorial Day -- all to honor the memory of living veterans and of The Honored Dead. June brings Father’s Day, Summer Solstice and patriotic Flag Day on June 14th to honor our nation’s symbol. All are often festive and joyous events to celebrate…all but one, Memorial Day. Memorial Day is a National Day of Mourning and Remembrance. The roots of Memorial Day go back to 1865 and the end of the Civil War. – and it was called Decoration Day back then, because of the custom of decorating soldiers’ graves, homes and town squares. It was colorful, but heartbreaking at the same time. This was serious stuff in 1870. Since 1971, Memorial Day has become a favorite 3-day weekend. For many, it’s nothing more than a paid day-off, time to BBQ with friends, camping, wild parties -- you name it, just one big ‘Happy-Happy’ celebration. Putting on the brakes a bit, we should reflect that this is a national day of mourning for fallen soldiers and the sacrifice they and their families have made for this nation and our safety. We should also reflect on the feelings of those families left behind, the soldiers who still serve, and our surviving veterans, young and old. Their Memorial Day weekend is not one of happiness but one of remembrance of loved ones and friends lost. For our soldiers it can be a hard time, as many of them wonder perhaps why they were spared and their friends taken. It’s a day when they relive every tragedy of their deployment. By no means is it a happy time. For many years, my Memorial Day has started early in the morning at some sober Memorial Day ceremony. Starting with the playing of taps, color guard, the raising of the flag to half-mast and followed by a gun volley and finally a prayer and moment of silence. It is a sad and humbling experience, and I always am overwhelmed with emotion. The day is always full of thoughts of Dad and my many friends who have served and have now passed on. Although they did not always die in battle, I remember them all the same. So, before you go around shouting “Happy Memorial Day” on the Friday at the start of your fun-packed weekend, think twice about the true meaning of this time. Spare a soldier, veteran or their families some added grief and keep that upbeat salutation to yourself…perhaps “Sorry for your loss,”or a silent nod and smile would be more appropriate. Not a good day for a cheery “Hey, thanks for your service” when they are honoring those who have made the supreme sacrifice -- it just doesn’t equate. There is a time and place for everything. Enough said… I leave you with a Memorial Day Poem.
Memorial Day By C W Johnson’ We walked among the crosses where our fallen soldiers lay. And listened to the bugle As TAPS began to play. The Chaplin led a prayer we stood with heads bowed low. And I thought of fallen comrades I had known so long ago. They came from every city across this fertile land. That we might live in freedom. They lie here 'neath the sand. I felt a little guilty my sacrifice was small. I only lost a little time but these men lost their all. Now the services are over for this Memorial Day. To the names upon these crosses I just want to say, Thanks for what you've given No one could ask for more. May you rest with God in heaven from now through evermore.
THANK YOU! Contributing Writers forThis Issue Sometimes there are just too many to name. We thank everyone for their articles, pictures, fun facts, graphics, etc... Without the contributions of a bunch of motivated MMA volunteers, there would be no Motorcycle Patriot. So to each and everyone of you “Thanks For What You Do!
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MMA Verde Valley District 8th Annual Sweetheart Run Submitted by Debi Althouse Payne
We raised over $1000 for Emily. Emily was so excited and was all smiles all day. It was a bit overwhelming but very exciting for her having so many people care so much about her. Who would have thought bikers could be so caring and giving? lol
AZ Bike Week Volunteers Pics Submitted by Julie Cissne
This year’s run was to benefit Emily Kissick and to assist with her medical bills. Emily was born on January 3, 1994 and was diagnosed with Shones Syndrome which is a heart defect. When Emily was 6 months old, she had her first angioplasty due to a narrowing of her aortic valve. At 17, the cardiologists found that the left side of her aortic stem, just below the site of the first surgery, was narrowed to 7 cm and the right was 35 cm, instead of 17 cm. They also found that her mitro-valve has a membrane
Run stops and great big thanks go out to Brandi's Kitchen, Olde Sedona Bar and Grill, Full Moon Saloon, Salt Mine Cellars (who had a pizza and beer special for all the riders) and Players for hosting the End Party where The Mods rocked the house. Huge “Thank You” to Keith and Bonnie Kaufmann of KA Cycles for always going above and beyond -- finding and giving raffle/auction items. Thanks to Ed and Janet Vanlandingham for getting donations from local companies thru out the Valley and for bringing Ms Emily into all of our lives. It was an awesome 8th Annual Sweetheart Run -can’t wait to do it again next year!
New Business Member Spotlight gunner’s BBQ Pit Verde Valley District is pleased to announce that Gunner’s BBQ Pit owned by Tamara K Jarvis, (TK) has joined the Verde Valley MMA as a new business member. Gunner’s BBQ Pit is located right in front of the Cottonwood Home Depot. The parking lot has plenty of paved, open parking and several picnic tables to enjoy your BBQ lunch or dinner. Gunner’s BBQ Pit “If it’s legal….we’ll smoke it” pretty much summarizes the great food you are going to enjoy. Lunch special every day is any sandwich, BBQ pork, beef brisket, smoked turkey or chicken breast, any side and a drink for $6.50, also try one of Grandma’s Monster cookies for dessert, St Louis Style Pork Ribs every Friday and Saturday and much, much more. growing under it and her aortic valve is a bicuspid instead of a tricuspid. She turned 18 years old in January and will need to have another surgery in a few years to fix the membrane. Emily and her sister Hallie both had the honor of riding with us on the Poker Run, thanks to Big Tim and his awesome Trike – please see pictures. This year Mother Nature was not so nice to us. We awoke to cloudy skies, but weather reports said no rain until the afternoon. However, as several of us were standing outside at Brandi’s Kitchen catching up and sharing biker stories, the sprinkles started that then turned to rain.
Gunner’s BBQ Pit is open 7 days a week from 10:30am to 4:30pm, hours are anticipated to increase with the warming weather and longer daylight. We will also now offering breakfast burritos. 1030 S HWY 260 HOME DEPOT, Cottonwood, AZ 86326 Call ahead orders 928-821-2206
American Legion Post 29 Legacy Run Pics Submitted by Julie Cissne
Stop on by Gunner’s BBQ Pit and enjoy lunch or take home some ribs for dinner. Tell TK MMA Verde Valley sent you!
High Country gets Signs on Chamber Board on South Bound Hwy 69 in Prescott Valley
We had 54 people sign up to do the Poker Run and I would estimated at least 40+ left Brandi’s in the rain to the second stop. Almost everyone was from the local area: Cottonwood, Sedona, Clarkdale, Cornville, Camp Verde, Lake Montezuma but we did have a lovely new couple (Dan and Wendy) from Chino Valley that happened to see the event in the newspaper that very morning and also Christina flew all the way in from Columbia, MD to ride with her High School Sweetheart (so sweet). Desert Thunder MC, Loners MC, Tribe of Judah MM, The Legion Riders and Chrome Roses all showed up to show their support. Most everyone arrived to Olde Sedona Bar and Grill, soaked and ready for hot coffee, which Mike had ready. The 40+ that started the ride all completed the 65 mile poker run. The sun finally came out as we arrived at the third stop and everyone was very happy. We had well over 70 people at the end party. Several people stopped by to make donations, drop off items to donate and to participate in the auction and raffles. Stretch won the High Hand with a straight. Tamara K won the low hand with a pair of three’s. Keith from KA Cycles won the 50/50 and all three immediately donated their winnings. The auction at times got hilarious with people borrowing money to bid one more dollar -- in the end every dollar helped, so it was great!
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MMA of Arizona Business Member Listing - listed by city At Large
Camp Verde
Seitz Architectural Design Services and Miscellaneous 782 Cove Parkway Cottonwood, AZ 86326 928-646-1788 Business Life Member
Captain’s Bars & Restaurants 300 W Apache Trail #118 Apache Junction, AZ 85217 480-288-2590 Business Life Member
Salt Mine Cellars Bars & Restaurants 212 W Finnie Flats Rd Camp Verde,AZ 86322 928-567-0125
Desert Hills
Mirage Sports grill Bars & Restaurants 1075 S Idaho Rd #108 Apache Junction, AZ 85219 480-671-3846
Chandler Elks Lodge #2429 Organizations and Clubs 1775 W Chandler Blvd Chandler, AZ 85224 480-963-6262
Sober Riders MC, Inc Organizations and Clubs Business Life Member
Apache Junction
Sundance Restaurant and Lounge Bars & Restaurants 1535 Old West Highway Apache Junction, AZ 85119 480-246-4496 Superstition Harley Davidson Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 2910 W Apache Trail Apache Junction, AZ 85220 480-346-0600 American Legion Riders Post 27 Organizations and Clubs 1018 S Meridan Rd Apache Junction, AZ 85220 602-541-2441 Business Life Member
Avondale
Valley View Bars & Restaurants 102 W. Arnold Street, Camp Verde, AZ 86322
Chandler
Coolidge
Tags Cafe Bars & Restaurants 156 N AZ Blvd Coolidge, AZ 85128 520-723-1013
Cornville
grasshopper grill Bars & Restaurants 1160 B S Page Springs Rd Cornville, AZ 86325 928-649-9211 Old Corral Bar Bars & Restaurants 11375 E Cornville Rd Cornville, AZ 86325 928-649-9495
Airepros Air Conditioning & Heating Services and Miscellaneous 2022 N 106th Lane Avondale, AZ 85392 623-547-5992
Page Springs Restaurant Bars & Restaurants 1975 N Page Springs Rd Cornville, AZ 86325 928-634-9954
Daddy Dukes Bars & Restaurants 215 W Van Buren Avondale, AZ 85323 623-882-3853
Cottonwood
Dart Cycle Worx Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 1060 N Eliseo Felix Way Ste 10 Avondale, AZ 85323 623-925-5503 Business Life Member
Buckeye
Waddell’s Longhorn Corral Bars & Restaurants 1629 N 195th Ave Buckeye, AZ 85396 623-853-0395 Parker Paralegal @ Consulting, LLC Services and Miscellaneous 12112 S Dean Rd Buckeye, AZ 85326 602-370-7103 Rebel Ink Tattoo / Body Piercing Services and Miscellaneous 22776 W Pima St Buckeye, AZ 85326 623-332-2754
Casa grande
Silver Bullet Bar Bars & Restaurants 1401 North Pinal Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-836-1363 Wonder Bar Bars & Restaurants 310 W 2nd St Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-836-9987
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gunners BBQ Pit Bars & Restaurants 1030 S Hwy 260 Home Depot Cottonwood, AZ 86326 Kactus Kate's Bars & Restaurants 929 N Main St Cottonwood, AZ 86326 928-634-7822 Players Sports Bar & grill Bars & Restaurants 1100 State Rt 260 Cottonwood, AZ 86326 928-634-3966
Skinny Dipping Pools Services and Miscellaneous 2706 W Valley View Trail Desert Hills, AZ 85086 602-292-4033 Business Life Member
El MIrage
United Tattoo Services and Miscellaneous 12013 W Thunderbird Rd El Mirage, AZ 85335 623-933-1835
Flagstaff
Katts Towing & Recovery Services and Miscellaneous 5450 E Penstock Ave Ste C Flagstaff, AZ 86004
gilbert
Team Arizona Motorcyclist Training Center Services and Miscellaneous 36 N William Dillard Dr Gilbert, AZ 85233 480-998-9888 Business Life Member
glendale
Charley's Place Bars & Restaurants 5134 N 95th Ave Glendale, AZ 85305 623-772-8839 Baja Loco Bars & Restaurants 4324 W Thunderbird RD Glendale, AZ 85306 602-439-1668 Business Life Member Limey Riders M/C Organizations and Clubs Glendale, AZ 85311 623-930-9165 Business Life Member
goodyear
AZ Battery Store Services & Micellaneous 560 N Bullard Ave Ste E50 Goodyear, AZ 85338 623-853-3321
The Bar at Strombolli’s Bars & Restaurants 321 S Main St Cottonwood, AZ 86326 928-634-3838
Majerle’s Sports grill Bars & Restaurants 13375 W McDowell Rd #101 Goodyear, AZ 85395 623-201-6497
A Touch of Class Custom Trikes Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 1421 E Birch St Cottonwood, AZ 86326 928-254-0957
Hoot & Howl Bars & Restaurants 55 N Litchfield Rd Goodyear, AZ 85338 623-932-3580
Biker Babes and Beyond Clothing 418 N 15th St Cottonwood, AZ 86326 928-634-1364
Holbrook
K.A. Cycle Accessories & Service Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 595 S 6th St Cottonwood, AZ 86326 928-634-1364 Nate’s Cowboy Cafe Bars & Restaurants 206 S Main Street Cottonwood, AZ 86326 928-639-3838
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Winners Circle Bars & Restaurants 466 Navajo Blvd Holbrook, AZ 86025 520-524-9600 Business Life Member
Mayer
Smokin’ Harley’s Steakhouse & Seafood Bars & Restaurants 10456 SR 69 Mayer, AZ 86333 928-632-4255 Business Life Member
Page H Motorc 915 Co Mesa Page, Mainstreet Motorcycles 800-43 Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories Busin 9750 E Apache Trail Mesa, AZ 85207 Classi 480-357-7595 Service Business Life Member Box 27 Page, Skunk Motorsports Inc 928-64 Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 720 S Country Club Dr Fred's Mesa, AZ 85210 Service 480-649-2800 902 N Page, VIII Society M/C 520-64 Organizations and Clubs Busin 7930 E 1st Ave Mesa, AZ 85208 Pays 480-227-2690 Jakes Business Life Member Bars & 57564 America's Ultra Clean Payso Services and Miscellaneous 602-35 738 E Dana Suite A Mesa, AZ 85204 Mazat 480-206-4003 Bars & Business Life Member PO Bo Payso Mayor 800-77 Smokin’ Harley’s Steakhouse Busin Bars & Restaurants 10456 S State Rt 69 All-Cle Mayor, AZ 86222 Service 928-632-4255 609 W Business Life Member Payso 928-46 New River Busin Roadrunner Restaurant & Saloon Bars & Restaurants Amon 47801 N Black Canyon Hwy Service New River, AZ 85087 903 E 623-465-9903 Payso Business Life Member 928-47 Busin Harris Roofing, Inc. Services and Miscellaneous Coyot 1717 W New River Rd Service New River, AZ 85087 310 W 623-826-0019 Payso 928-47
Overgaard
The Cabin Bar & grill Bars & Restaurants 2763 Hwy 260 Overgaard, AZ 85933 928-535-6117
Mark’s Service 122 W Payso 602-61
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Miller Service 600 W Payso 928-46 Busin
Ranch House grille Bars & Restaurants 819 N Navajo Box 3491 Page, AZ 86040 928 645-1420 Business Life Member Styx Bait & Tackle Services & Miscellaneou 5 S Lake Powell Rd Page, AZ 86040 928 645-2891 Windy Mesa Bars & Restaurants 800 N Navajo Dr Page, AZ 86040 928-645-2186 Business Life Member Blair’s Trading Post Clothing 626 N Navajo Dr Page, AZ 86040 928-645-3008 Business Life Member Page Boy Motel Lodging 150 N Lake Powell Blvd Page, AZ 86040 928-645-2416 Business Life Member
Payso Service 106 E Payso 928-47
Walter Service 1105 S Payso 949-93
Peor
CJ Cre Clothin 10348 Peoria 623-41 Busin
U.S. M Organ Peoria 813-31
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Classic Auto Body Services and Miscellaneous Box 2756 Page, AZ 86040 928-645-9023 Fred's Liquor Store Services and Miscellaneous 902 N Navajo Dr Page, AZ 86040 520-645-3575 Business Life Member
Payson
Jakes Corner Bar Bars & Restaurants 57564 N Hwy 188 Payson, AZ 85541 602-359-1068 Mazatzal Casino Bars & Restaurants PO Box 1820 Payson, AZ 85547 800-777-7529 Business Life Member All-Clene Carpet Cleaners Services and Miscellaneous 609 W Bridle Path Lane Payson, AZ 85541 928-468-1358 Business Life Member Amon Builders, Inc Services and Miscellaneous 903 E Hwy 260 #6 Payson, AZ 85541 928-474-0689 Business Life Member Coyote Auto LLC Services and Miscellaneous 310 W Main St Payson, AZ 85541 928-472-1100 Mark’s Mobile RV Service Services and Miscellaneous 122 W Matlock Dr Payson, AZ 85541 602-616-8803 Miller Auto Works Services and Miscellaneous 600 W Main St Suite A Payson, AZ 85541 928-468-8855 Business Life Member Payson Packaging Services and Miscellaneous 106 E Bonita St Payson, AZ 85541 928-474-5260 Walter Reed & Sons LLC Services and Miscellaneous 1105 S Western Dr Payson, AZ 85541 949-933-2748
Peoria
CJ Creations Clothing 10348 W Cashman Peoria, AZ 85383 623-412-2110 Business Life Member U.S. Military Vets MC Organizations and Clubs Peoria 813-310-4595
M&M Medical, P.C. Services and Miscellaneous 15182 N 75th Ave #180 Peoria, AZ 85381 623-487-3334
Phoenix
Maverick Saloon Bars & Restaurants 9605 N 19th Ave Phoenix, AZ 85021 602-943-5680 Bikers Bay Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 2530 E Bell Rd Phoenix, AZ 85032 602-923-0114 Wheel Shop Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 1621 E McDowell Rd Phoenix, AZ 85006 602-253-1344 Mototire Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 13012 N Cave Creek Rd, Ste 7 Phoenix, AZ 85022 602-374-5877 Angelo Bellone CPA-PLC Services and Miscellaneous 3420 E Shea Blvd #140 Phoenix, AZ 85028 602-765-6111 Business Life Member Breyer Law Offices Services and Miscellaneous 15715 S 46th St Ste 100 Phoenix, AZ 85048 480-505-2162 Business Life Member Circle H BBQ Bars & Restaurants 730 W. Camelback Phoenix, AZ 85048 602-277-0986 Drain guys and Plumbing Services and Miscellaneous 4625 N 79th Ave Phoenix, AZ 85033 632-848-3962 Business Life Member Fool’s Life Services and Miscellaneous 819 E Spanish Moss Ln Phoenix, AZ 85022 602-770-5593 greer Wilson Funeral Home Services and Miscellaneous 5921 W Thomas Rd Phoenix, AZ 85033 623-245-0994 Business Life Member
Prescott Valley
Prescott Valley Motorcycles Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 2741 N Starlight Dr Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 928-772-4266 Business Life Member
Scottsdale
Southwest Trikes Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 7430 E Butherus Scottsdale, AZ 85260 480-951-7171 Business Life Member
Sedona
Blue Moon Cafe Bars & Restaurants 6101 SR179, Suite B Sedona, AZ 87351 928-300-3634 Olde Sedona Bar & grill Bars & Restaurants 1405 W Highway 89A Sedona, AZ 86336 928-282-5670 Sundowner Restaurant Bars & Restaurants 37 Navajo Dr Sedona, AZ 86339 928-282-1858
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Tempe
American Legion Riders Tempe Post #2 Organizations and Clubs 2125 S Industrial Park Ave Tempe, AZ 85282 Business Life Member Aflac Services and Miscellaneous 6197 S Rural rd Ste 103 Tempe, AZ 85283 480-838-9020 Business Life Member
Tolleson
Fuego Bar & grill Bars & Restaurants 9118 W Van Buren Tolleson, AZ 85353 623-478-7300
Tonopah
Tin Top Bar and grill Bars & Restaurants 2614 S Wintersberg Rd Tonopah, AZ 85354 623-386-1501 Tonopah Joe’s Family Restaurant Bars & Restaurants 41101 W Indian School Rd Tonopah, AZ 85354 623-776-5554 Business Life Member
Native New Yorker #12 Bars & Restaurants 391 W Duece Of Clubs Show Low, AZ 85901 928-532-5100 Business Life Member
Tonto Basin
Days Inn - Show Low Lodging 480 W Duece Of Clubs Show Low, AZ 85901 928-537-4356 Business Life Member
Punkin Center Bar Bars & Restaurants Hwy 188 & Greenback Rd Tonto Basin, AZ 85553 928-479-2627
Springerville
Coyote Creek Saloon Bars & Restaurants Hwy 60 and D St Springerville, AZ 85938 928-333-4022 Business Life Member
St Johns
El Camino Restaurant Bars & Restaurants 277 White Mountain Dr St Johns, AZ 85936 928-337-4700 Mickey’s Bars & Restaurants 235 S White Mountain Rd St Johns, AZ 85936 928-245-2384
Law Tigers Services and Miscellaneous 362 N 3rd Ave Phoenix, AZ 85003 602-516-0000 Business Life Member
Strawberry
Rim One Tire and Wheel Services and Miscellaneous 3017 S 46th Street Phoenix, AZ 85040 480-832-7467
Windmill Corner Inn 5079 N AZ Hwy 87 Strawberry, AZ 85544 928-476-3064
Victor Florio and Co. Services and Miscellaneous 4735 N Central Ave Phoenix, AZ 85034 602-278-8000 Business Life Member
Coyote Alley Bars & Restaurants 16846 W Bell Rd Suite 100 Surprise, AZ 85374 480-320-9852
gila County Chopper Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 7803 Ralls Drive Strawberry, AZ 85544 480-789-2933
Surprise
Arizona Dragon Slayer Exterminator Services and Miscellaneous 26307 N 157th Ave Surprise, AZ 85387 602-526-1312 Business Life Member
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Cactus Flats Bars & Restaurants Hwy 188 Mile Marker 260 Tonto Basin, AZ 85553 602-510-3756
Tonto Village
The Double “D” Bars & Restaurants 354 Johnson Blvd Tonto Village, AZ 85541 928-978-2058
Youngtown
Curly’s Customs Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 12040 N 111th Ave Youngtown, AZ 85363 623-764-6562 Business Life Member
Other
Law Offices of Richard M. Lester Servicing and Miscellaneous 21054 Sherman Way 3rd Floor Conoga Park, CA 91303 800-521-2425 Business Life Member
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Motorcycle Awareness Program (M.A.P.) Bobbi Hartmann MMA MAP Coordinator 602-672-3531 bobbij2@earthlink.net
May & June 2012 Aries: Recent upsets are being to settle, and you can see the wide horizon once more. You are butting heads with forces that demand you conform, but the stars advise you to seek your own comfort zone and do not change uniforms. Repeat after me: Martyrs do not get gold stars. Expect more wildly immature fun. Taurus: Deep emotions are bubbling to the surface. Time to spill the beans and gamble on long-term happiness. Vacation breaks and economy road trips are suddenly in the stars for you and yours. Financial issues fall into place, as you step up to the plate. Sensuality rules. Give without keeping tabs. Gemini: Forecasts for 2012 earthquakes, tsunami and volcanoes may have you wondering about world dramas. Never fear. You have a talent for survival, Twins! Keep downsizing and planning your move. Love vibes flower in the desert this year. Dude, stay out of fights that do not belong to you! Just maintain. Cancer: Groups, groups and more groups… everyone seems to want your participation and/or bucks. Stop the “social” distractions that prevent you from making a peaceful life and money. Alone time rules. Friends from long ago and faraway reappear. Happy clan events. Remember – sincere gratitude heals many a rift.
Well, I cannot say enough aboutut how the MMA sponsored/coordinated, Motorcycle Awareness Program (MAP) presentations, are going around the state. Since the last report of our first presentation(s) in Page AZ, presentations have been made in Tucson to 6 class periods at Sahuaro High School, a class at Kingman Academy of Learning and 2 at the A-1 Driving School in Prescott Valley. By the time you read this article, we will have also completed presentations to 6 class periods at Kingman High and another in Prescott Valley. Things are good!!! With all that said, one things for sure, and that is the Motorcycle Awareness Program could not have had a more productive day, than Wednesday March 7th at the East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) in Mesa AZ. Thanks to a connection of Tim Carney's, one of our Phoenix MAP Certified Instructors, we were able to present motorcycle awareness to close to 700 students, ranging in age from 18-19 years old. And, thanks to the Latin Riderz MC which included 2 of the ladies, Skypilot LimeyRiders MC (Phoenix MAP CI), Ron Kool MMA, ABATE++ (Tucson MAP CI), and Bruce Officer (Phoenix MAP Assist), we got the job done in grand style.
Leo: Freedom is a mind-set with you, Lion. If there is too much open space and silence, you get concerned. You need challenges, debates, obstacles and combat in order to feel successful when you win. A chance meeting this past winter caused you to rethink everything. Even a big bad Lion needs loyalty. Virgo: Making up is hard to do…but without compromise, you may never have the sweetness you desire so much. Your own version of a homestead or hideaway needs repair and investment of skill more than money. Why wait? No more excuses. Jump in that sweet, purring saddle and ride! All good. Libra: Yesterday’s head-trips and Yesterday’s malarkey finally bring change. You just cannot make it work anymore. Life is offering you luck and new advantages. This is not a rehearsal. Take a risk, Libra, balance the scales of Pro and Con, then pull your combat boots on… and make the leap, babe. Scorpio: Listening to others instead of merely hearing them brings you real inspiration and creative ideas. You can do this! Your wide set of skills is lining up for a new scene. Making money from what you know rather than what you do makes all the difference. Admit you have a need and then just wait. Wow! Sagittarius: Swirling crazy thoughts, wild-eyed ideas and nervy notions come together and give you just the push you need. Take your own advice, Archer, just like you have told others. Number One: select your target, pull back the bowstring, effortlessly aim and simply release the arrow. You know you’ll get it. Capricorn: Work is the name of the game for you this season. You will be blessed with earned-income luck and the goodwill of associates. Between everyday dramas, don’t forget those who usually wait for you on the sidelines. Do loved ones have to make appointments just to talk to you? Right. Let your love shine. Aquarius: The days of travel, spontaneous adventures, love and spending money seem to be a thing of the past. Not really, Wild One. You have been in logical Pause mode in order to set things right at home. Playmates and exciting places are calling this summer. Expect visitors from faraway who bring joy.
We had the good fortune to be invited to be part of a "Teen Traffic Safety Day" that EVIT puts on each year, in coordination with the Mesa PD. Throughout the day, 6 classes of approximately 120 students each, along with their instructors, attended a 45 minute presentation on the effects of DUI drivers. They were then asked to 'pledge' not to Text while driving. After leaving the building in groups of 40-50, they were taken into a DUI field trailer and shown how DUI's are processed (wood chairs with handcuffs etc.), followed by a view of a wrecked vehicle along with pictures of how 4 teens were killed by a 19 year old drunk driver, and then they proceeded to come to our station to hear about motorcycle awareness and how to better Share The Road with us riders. Each student attending our presentation was handed a keychain, motorcycle awareness Trifold and a copy of the Quiz we use in the MAP presentations with the correct answers already circled. We had their attention anywhere from 10-15 minutes, which was plenty of time to talk about the bullet points from our MAP class. The bullet points were in bold letters before them, on a Poster Board I was able to create and had propped up on my tailgate. To add to that, 2 of the Latin Riderz MC and Bruce, were able to discuss the injuries they received when their right of ways were violated by a vehicle and how that has impacted their lives/careers in a negative manner.
Pisces: Difficult issues are being overcome and new healing opens your private world to new people and places. Communication is the focus for May and June. Yes, you have special words of wisdom to share – but you must also give others a chance to express feelings. Love, honor and be honored. Others care.
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We talked about the Narrow Profile of a motorcycle and how that makes us Harder to See and Harder to Judge our Speed. Because of those facts, we asked them to LOOK at least 3 times before pulling out or turning left and to make sure the Path was Clear before completing their left turns. We asked them to be sure to use their Turn Signals, and Check their Blind Spots and discussed the ramifications of Following to Close. We talked about why riders need their whole lane and will sometimes ride to the right or left to See or Be Seen Better or to avoid Debris in the road. And, we THANKED THEM for "Pledging" to NOT Text While Driving. EVIT officials were impressed with our presentation, and we will have the honor of being a part of this all important day in the years to come. I am also currently working with them to allow us to present our entire MAP presentation in the next semester’s timeframe. At this point, I am asking for anyone to contact me that would like to start MAP in their area. If you are not in the Phoenix Metro, Tucson, Kingman or Page area, you will have to have at least 1 person in your area who wants to be the CI. We can do this one of two ways. If, in the next few months, we get enough interest in starting up new areas, I can plan to have a Train the Trainers class at a location closest to all. This would be to ‘familiarize’ yourselves and any ‘assistants’ that want to present in your local area. In addition, I will also work directly with you to contact the High School or Senior Centers or Business’ in your local area and assist you with your first few presentations, until you as the upcoming CI and I are comfortable with the progress you’ve made. Another way would be to schedule a presentation in your area and have me come there and begin the ‘training’ process with live presentations. Either way, once we feel that you have learned the presentation to a level of being able to maintain the programs ‘continuity’, you will become a Certified Instructor. This would then allow you to run a presentation with the assistance of non-certified assistants and/or work with others in your area, in order for them to become certified as well.
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MRF NEWS Motorcycle Riders Foundation FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jeff Hennie, Vice President of Government Ralations and Public Affairs 4th Annual Bikers Inside the Beltway The Motorcycle Riders Foundation is pleased to report that the 4th Annual Bikers Inside the Beltway national lobby day will be held Thursday, May 17, 2012 in Washington, D.C. The MRF will have secure, free parking for motorcycles just steps away from the U.S. Capitol Building. At last year's event, the national lobby day brought motorcyclists from 20 states and we were able to meet with almost 250 members of congress. The MRF encourages all participants to begin scheduling appointments with your Representatives and Senators since their calendars will fill up fast on this legislative day. Even if you cannot get a scheduled appointment, plan on dropping by as many offices from your state as possible. Please contact jeff@mrf.org or call (202) 546-0983 if you are planning on participating in this. http://www.mrf.org
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District Updates Verde Valley Submitted by Terry ‘Stretch’ Payne MMA Verde Valley District has kicked off the 1st quarter of 2012 with a lot of enthusiasm and energy within the district. We are seeing more and more people and businesses join our District and show up for our monthly meetings and events. It is starting to feel like a real family with everyone getting business done but still having a good time. We are extremely pleased to announce that the City of Cottonwood has agreed to put up 5 ‘Look Twice for Motorcycle’ Highway signs throughout Cottonwood. A huge thanks to our DM, Doug ‘8-Ball’ Keatts and Doug Bartosh, City Manager of Cottonwood for getting this done for us. Signs should be going up in April and we will be sure to give an update and pictures for the next paper. We are working hard to ensure this year’s Jester Run is a huge success.If you are interested in joining us to help remember our lost brothers and sisters this May 19th, come and signup at K.A. Cycles 595 S. 6th Street Cottonwood at 8:30 am.There will be a poker run and parade through Cottonwood. The run will take you through beautiful Sedona and Camp Verde. Our spring riding season is here so let’s all be careful out there! We can all make a difference in rider safety, by just spending a little time to enlighten the public to “Look Twice for Motorcycles”. If you find yourself sharing a cup of coffee or a soft drink with a co-worker, spend a minute and bring up motorcycle awareness. If we all take just a few minutes out of our day once in a while, it could save a life of a brother or sister. This is also a good time to bring up drivers in cages texting! Please put the word out that this is the new most dangerous activity while driving. I cannot believe how many idiots I see daily trying to operate a motor vehicle (cage) and text or talk on their cell phone. There have even been reports of people walking and texting and falling and having serious injuries. Is it so important to text that you are willing to risk serious injury or possibly death to yourself or a love one? Spread the word, we all can make a difference! Let’s be safe out there! Stretch
White Mountains Submitted by Rich Tuminello - Corresponding Secretary The MMA has joined the Springerville / Eagar Chamber of Commerce. Fred Oter has been designated Sergeant at Arms for the MMA – WMD The VFW Post 8987 of Eagar at 593 North Main St. is donating their Hall for the State MMA meeting being held in Eagar on Saturday July 14th. Lunch will be served at 11 A.M. with the meeting starting at Noon. All are welcome to attend. Lunch will be $5.00 for non-state Board members. All Board members will be paid for by the MMA-WMD. The MMA-WMD has been invited to display our motorcycles at the Chrome in the Dome Auto Show in Eagar on Saturday April 21st. Our bikes will be displayed for free on the floor with the other automobiles being displayed. The Chamber is requesting that for each bike displayed we pay an $8 food charge for lunch. We will also have an MMA –WMD table at the Show to let others know of our organization and to try to increase our membership. Anyone interested in displaying a bike at the Chrome in the Dome Auto Show please call Rich Tuminello for additional information at 928-333-2484.
On Saturday, May 12, 2012, Red Mountain District will be hosting an event to promote May’s Motorcycle Awareness Month. The event will be held at El Dorado Bar & Grill, 8708 East McDowell Road, Scottsdale, 10am -3pm, vendors, bikini bike wash, and food special, live band and raffle prizes. If you are interested in setting up a vendor booth contact Tammy Barber, Activities Coordinator at 480-440-5578. There is no charge to set-up a booth, we’re just asking each vendor to donate an item for our raffle prize. Come out and support Red Mountain District and Motorcycle Awareness. Our next meeting location for Saturday, May 19, 2012 and Saturday, June 16, 2012 will be held at a new location in Chandler called Jolie’s Place, 140 West Warner Road, Chandler; meetings start at 10:00 a.m. Hope to see you there. Ride Safe, Ride Free !
Casa grande Submitted by Kat Grover Casa Grande District’s March and April 2012 meetings were held at Silver Bullet Bar, and approximately 16-20 people showed up each month. The April Meeting update has been posted on our MMA website. Here is the May CG District Meeting Report. The CG District is down significantly in memberships. There were 120 members six years ago in Casa Grande District. Tom Corr , MMA Chairman, stated at the February meeting that the State’s overall membership is now down. After more discussion during the March meeting, those in attendance were all committed to being “membership” for Casa Grande District -- hence the State MMA wins too. We welcome two new members have joined and paid during March and April meetings. Yay for our District! Total Members for MMA CG: 43, not counting the new members that have just joined. As of March 2012, 16 of the 43 counted members had fallen behind with dues, leaving 27 active members. We urge people who attend our MMA-AZ meetings but are not paid members to please join and help us! Casa Grande MMA has 2 Business members, but 1 is past due and has not yet renewed. ADM Bob ran our May Meeting as Steve had prior commitments. Discussed: NCOM is coming soon and District will be sending two Members from Casa Grande -Cathie-MMMC and Hippy-Hooligans MC, and DM-Steve Muskrat will be attending. They’ll give a full report and write something for the following issue of the MMA-AZ Motorcycle Patriot newspaper. Nominating and voting for MMA CG 2nd Board Position – Cathie (MMMC) nominated Kat Grover, and Bob seconded it. Members present voted. 17 Members present (2 guests) so --vote went 16 Yes, 0 No, 0 Abstain. Motion carried and Kat Grover will fill Board Position for CG District. The Secretary will let Steve know so the paperwork will be filled out to get Kat ratified at next MMA State Board meeting on April 14th, 2012. There was a discussion about inviting the Sport Bike community in Casa Grande to come to meetings and join MMA. Motion to waive minutes was suggested -- due to minutes being written and available at meeting, and being read and taken by members. Cathie (MMMC) makes motion; seconded by Nick. Motion carries. Discussed: MMA had a booth at Bike Week and gave out information and membership forms. Additionally, the DM has signs saying “Look Out for Motorcycles” (metal and magnetic) and pins and patches to sell. Discussed: “May is Motorcycle Awareness Month.” The MMA calendar will include any special events in Casa Grande region.
Our Annual Run with The Wolf Rally will be held in St. Johns at the San Juan Fiesta grounds on Friday June 15th and Saturday June 16th. We are looking for sponsors for this event. Sponsorship will be $50 for individual or Business Sponsorship. We are also looking for Vendors for this event. Vendor sites are FREE but Vendors must fill out a Vendor Application.
Treasurer Report was the same in April as it was in March. Tom gave an update on the only MMA Legislative Bill running --Emissions -- and that it is still moving. Lane splitting is not supported by DPS, and Tom led a short discussion. Kat gave an update and there was a discussion about Anti-Profiling Bill and how it is currently on hold.
For Vendor Applications please call Rich Tuminello at 928-333-2484 for details.
A member asked how the Patriot newspaper is distributed to the public and Tom explained the following: besides going to Legislators in the State Capitol, the Patriot is sent to all paid members of MMA in Arizona and to subscribers in other states. Free Motorcycle Patriot issues are sent to all Districts, and each District is then responsible for getting paper out in their area. Casa Grande is sent about 50 papers to distribute locally.The Patriot Newspaper needs articles and pictures emailed to Snakebite every other month. The next deadline is April 10th, 2012. Kat will submit for both the Patriot and MMA website.
Our next meeting will be May 6th, 2012
Red Mountain Submitted by Donna Woltman-District Manager I can’t believe that half the year is almost gone. I don’t know about you but it sure seems like time is flying by. Bike Week is over; the weather was perfect a lot of events kept everyone busy. Unfortunately I did see some accidents along the road; looks like people still haven’t learned to watch for us bikers.
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event update. Bike games equipment needs to be contacted. Cathie had the information before the meeting ended. We need donations for the raffle, although we still have a tub of donations from last year. Steve will be bringing what he has left from past events for our Beach/ Rodeo party. We also need coupons for local restaurants. The event has been printed in the Dispatch already in connection with the Tumbleweed Inn ad. Kat will get announcements in the paper and our website.
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AMSAF Update Mick Degn AMSAF Chairman www.amsaf.org
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each/ Tip # 1: Attention “Cagers”: Some Advice on Sharing urants. the Road With Us Riders in It is a well known fact that there are many more cars and t trucks on the road than there are motorcycles. There are a host of reasons why many drivers don’t see us motorcyclists. Nonetheless, it is your responsibility and in even your duty to always be on the look out for son 2012 motorcyclists, especially when changing lanes and - May approaching an intersection.
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Due to their small size, a motorcycle oftentimes looks farther away than it really is. Moreover, it can be difficult to gauge its speed as it approaches. To compensate for this, car and truck drivers need to anticipate that the motorcyclist is closer and moving faster than it appears. If all automobile drivers were to follow this practice, thousands of motorcycle accidents could be prevented each year.
Another common cause of motorcycle accidents are the blind spots present on many cars and trucks. Because of its small size and close proximity to the ground, motorcycles are often invisible to the driver behind the wheel. Therefore, whether you’re changing lanes or turning at an intersection, it is up to you as the automobile driver to take an extra moment to thoroughly check traffic in the adjacent lane, utilize both the side and rear view ve you mirrors, use your turn signal, and proceed slowly and cautiously.
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It is important to realize that motorcyclists often downshift or roll off the throttle to slow down. Doing so reduces brake and clutch wear, but unfortunately it does not activate the brake light. As a rule, assume that all riders utilize this strategy and increase your following distance, thus allowing for a 4 second count to occur. While at intersections, assume that a motorcyclist will slow down without visual warning and therefore, you must slow down in order to maintain your distance. When it comes to turn signals on motorcycles, many older models are not self-canceling. Thus, some riders, particularly beginners, can forget to turn them off after turning or making a lane change. Before accelerating, be certain to carefully assess the situation and confirm that they are actually making a lane change. Not doing so could result in a rear end collision.
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To ensure that you are visible, it’s critical to develop a keen awareness of angles of view. If you can’t see the ng driver, he can’t see you. To maximize your conspicuity, e MMA you must maintain ample following distance and position ortunity yourself in the portion of the lane that provides optimum ty and visibility. Because a motorcycle takes up about 1/3 of the lane, you can choose whether to ride in the left, center, or right section of the lane. d ontinue To reveal your presence to oncoming traffic, move toward on the left portion of your lane, near the centerline. To “show , pass yourself” to drivers waiting to enter the roadway from a side street, move to the right portion of your lane. Continually evaluate which portion of your lane will make you most visible and then gradually move left or right
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Obey the Law – Know the local traffic laws and rules of the road.
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Be Courteous – Be considerate on the road by showing courtesy and respect to other drivers.
Safety is paramount when riding your motorcycle. Below are several tips to enhance your safety and minimize risk while riding the open road. Get Licensed – Nearly half of all motorcycle riders involved in accidents are unlicensed or improperly licensed. Educate – More than 90% of riders involved in accidents had no formal training. Take a basic motorcycle rider training course to develop necessary riding techniques. Prepare – Wear appropriate gear for comfort and protection. Be Seen – Enhance visibility by wearing bright clothing and using retro-reflective mate Be Awake – A motorcyclist’s ability to react is greatly impaired by fatigue and drowsiness. Plan – Whether in a group or alone, determine your route in advance and coordinate with other riders. Inspect – Conduct a safety inspection of your motorcycle before each ride. Ride Sober – Riding while intoxicated affects judgment significantly.
Improve – Take an experienced motorcycle rider course to sharpen and perfect your street-riding strategies. Ride Safe!!!!! Tip # 4: Buying the Right Bike for You - How to Choose the Best Bike For Your Needs You've got your motorcycle license and you're ready to get on the road, but you have to make the decision about what kind of bike you want to buy. There are so many brands and different models on the market that it's hard to know which one to choose. You should base your decision on your own needs, your skill, and of course, the price. If you're buying a new bike, depending on the model and the features it has, you could pay anywhere from $5,000 to $40,000, or more. In some ways it's similar to buying a new car, and most motorcycle dealers will try to work out financing for you. When you first start riding, you should begin by buying a smaller motorcycle that's easy to control when you don't have much experience. Through safety courses and practice, you need to learn to be a good rider and how to have total control over the bike rather than concerning yourself with a bigger, more expensive model. You manot realize just how much power a larger bike has until youu continued page 19
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CIVIL RIGHTS VIOLATION COMPLAINT FORM Name of complainant:____________________________________________________________ Address:______________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Phone:________________________________ Email:__________________________________ The Law: “Every person who, under color of any statute, ordinance, regulation, custom, or usage, of any State …subjects, or causes to be subjected, any citizen of the United States or other person … the deprivation of any rights, privileges, or immunities secured by the Constitution and laws, shall be liable to the party injured in an action at law…” 42 USC § 1983.
Iron Camels in the Desert? The Arizona summer is creeping up on us. Triple digit temperatures are right around the corner. Are you physically and mentally ready to ride in the tough Arizona heat? In hot weather riding, protecting yourself against dehydration and heat exhaustion is paramount. Dehydration is defined as an excessive loss of water from the body. Heat exhaustion, characterized by dizziness and headache, can affect clear thinking and concentration. As motorcyclists, we cannot afford any loss of mental capacity or motor skill. Therefore, we need to make sure we drink plenty of water. If we’re riding, even for just twenty minutes, how do we ensure proper hydration? Simple . . . personal hydration systems! Personal hydration systems offer a sleek, efficient, and cost effective way to stay hydrated while racking up the miles. A hydration pack can easily be worn under or over a riding jacket and the fluid tube can be routed under the chin bar of a helmet. A 90 degree bite tube means direct access to the mouth. It's easy to fill, easy to clean and operate, and it has the flexibility to move from bike to bike. As riders, we don’t hesitate to fill up our motorcycle’s gas tank before hitting empty. Using a personal hydration system helps to ensure our hydration levels never hit “E”. Motorcycletraining.com
The wearing of colors by members of motorcycle clubs is a means of identifying Club Members and symbolizes their common interests and beliefs. Prohibiting speech of this nature constitutes an attack on a particular viewpoint. Sammartano v. First Judicial District Court, in and for the County of Carson City, 303 F.3d 959, 971-72 (9th Cir. 2002). In Sammartano, the Carson City courthouse enacted a rule to prohibit admission of those with “clothing, attire or ‘colors’ which have symbols, markings or words indicating an affiliation with street gangs, biker or similar organizations,” because “such clothing or attire can be extremely disruptive and intimidating, especially when members of different groups are in the building at the same time.” 303 F.3d at 964. The Ninth Circuit reasoned that the rule singles out bikers and similar organizations for the message their clothing is presumed to convey, and held that the rule impermissibly discriminates against a particular point of view – the view of biker clubs as opposed to garden clubs and gun clubs. Id. at 971-72. Complaint Information Provide names, address, phone number, organization, business, or any other identifying information of the PERSONS ACTING UNDER COLOR OF LAW to violate your rights. (Example: Officer Dom Foke, Small Town Police Department, badge #0666). ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Describe in detail what the person acting under color of law (the police or their agents such as business proprietors) did and said regarding your wearing colors or being present at the location wearing colors. State date, time, location, names of persons present and what they might be able to testify to. Be prepared to make a truthful, accurate statement under oath. ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Documentation of Discrimination ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ DATE: ______________ Business Phone _______________ Complete and mail to: MMA of Arizona PMB 138 P.O. Box 30280 Phoenix, Az. 85046-0280
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Tips from the table of the ‘Vittle King’ Deadline for your submissions will be June 10, 2012 Send them to bikerfood@mma-az.org I don’t know about the rest of you but this time of year I crave fresh fruits and vegetables. With the growing prices and lower quality produce, I choose to grow my own veggies. This year we have an abundance of tomatoes, zuccini, peppers, chilis and all sorts of herbs. So here are a few recipes to wake up your tastebuds.
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Tomato, Mozzerella and Basil Tart •15 ounce folded refrigerated unbaked piecrust (1 crust) •1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (6 ounces) • 4 roma or small regular fresh tomatoes • 3/4 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves • 4 cloves garlic • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese • 1/2 cup mayonnaise or salad dressing • 1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper • Fresh basil leaves (optional)
When you're motorcycle shopping, you should also think about whether or not you actually need a new bike. If you're a novice rider, or if you've been away from it for a long time, you may want to buy a used bike to start off with. It's going to be a lot more affordable than a new motorcycle, and you might not have to deal with financing. If you're planning to use the bike merely for commuting to save money, a new model isn’t necessary. In fact, you’ll likely save 25%-30% or more buying used. Give yourself time to get accustomed to riding and if in a year or two you do decide that you want to take the plunge and splurge on a new bike, you'll know by then if it's the right decision. Tip #5:Checking Your Rearview Mirror When Slowing Down
Directions 1. Unfold the piecrust according to package directions. Line a 9-inch tart pan with pastry (it's easier to remove the baked tart if pan has a removable bottom). Press the pastry into the fluted sides of the tart pan and trim the edges. Don't prick. Partially bake in a 450 degree F oven for 5 to 7 minutes or until pastry is slightly dry. 2. Remove from oven. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup of the mozzarella cheese. Cool in pan on a wire rack. Reduce oven temperature to 375 degree F. 3. Meanwhile, cut the tomatoes into wedges; drain the wedges on paper towels. Arrange the tomato wedges over the melted cheese in a baked crust. 4. In a food processor bowl, combine basil and garlic; cover and process with on-off turns until coarsely chopped. Or snip the basil and mince the garlic. 5. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the basil-garlic mixture, the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese, the mayonnaise, the grated Parmesan cheese, and pepper. Spread the mixture evenly over tomato wedges. 6. Bake in a 375 degree F oven for about 25 minutes or until cheese is golden. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting into wedges. Serve warm. If you like, garnish with additional basil leaves. Makes 8 appetizer or 4 main-dish servings.
grilled Zucchini Recipes Caprese - Bias-slice zucchini and grill with halved cherry tomatoes for 4 to 6 minutes; turn once. Toss on platter with fresh mozzarella. Drizzle with olive oil, red wine vinegar and snipped fresh basil. Kabobs - Thread zucchini slices, summer squash pieces and onion wedges on skewers. Brush with olive oil mixed with salt, pepper and lemon peel. Grill 8 to 10 minutes. Packets Drizzle sliced zucchini with Italian or balsamic salad dressing and wrap in foil packets. Grill packet 6 to 8 minutes. Ribbons Slice zucchini lengthwise; brush with olive oil and rub with fresh garlic. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill 3 to 4 minutes per side until softened and charred. Sprinkle with feta cheese and fresh dill.
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Oftentimes, we are not conscious of what we don’t see. As you slow down for any turn or a stop, you need to use your motorcycle mirrors to be aware of what is occurring behind you. In particular, the moment you begin braking or rolling off of the throttle, you should check you mirrors. While driving your motorcycle, this should be part of your general awareness of what is occurring around you. Using your mirrors will provide you with information about what the traffic behind you is doing. It’s a good idea to get in the habit of checking your mirrors every five to seven seconds, and any time you roll off the throttle and/or brake. The one exception to this practice is when you must conduct an immediate or emergency stop. In this case, your priority is to be completely aware of what’s in front of you. However, once the stop is complete, make sure to check your mirrors for a vehicle behind that was caught off guard by your sudden stop.
On The Lighter Side - Biker Humor submitted by Amber Faith Gabriel came to the Lord and said, "I have to talk to you. We have some Bikers up here who are causing problems. They're swinging on the pearly gates, my horn is missing, and they are wearing T-shirts instead of robes. There's barbecue sauce and picante sauce everywhere, especially all over their T-shirts, their dogs are riding in the chariots, and chasing the sheep. They're wearing Dew Rags and Horned Helmets instead of their halos. They refuse to keep the stairway to heaven clean, and their boots are marking and scratching up the halls of wisdom. There are sunflower seeds and hot wing bones all over the place. Some of them are walking around with just one wing. They refuse to walk and insist on riding their "Hogs" wherever they go." The Lord said, "Bikers are Bikers, Gabriel. Heaven is Home to all my children. If you want to know about real problems, call the Devil." Gabriel got on the horn and the Devil answered the phone, "Hello --- hold on a minute." The Devil returned to the phone, "O.K., I'm back. What can I do for you?" Gabriel replied, "I just want to know what kind of problems you're having down there with your bikers?."
3 large diced tomatoes 1 diced medium sized onion 1/4 bunch of cilantro (use more or less depending on your taste) juice of half a lemon 1/2 teaspoon of minced garlic 1 tsp of salt 2 jalapenos (or more if you prefer it hotter) Optional ingredients half a cucumber, peeled and diced orange bell pepper 1 avocado, peeled and diced Directions 1. Wash tomatoes and cilantro. 2. Dice tomatoes, onions, chop cilantro, jalapenos, and the optional ingredients (avocado, cucumber orange bell pepper)
The Devil said, "Hold on again. I need to check on something." After about 5 minutes the Devil returned to the phone and said, "I'm back. Now what was the question?" Gabriel said, "What kind of problems are you having down there with your bikers?" The Devil said, "Man, I don't believe this ... Hold on." This time the Devil was gone 15 minutes. The Devil returned and said, "I'm sorry Gabriel, I can't talk right now. Those damn Bikers have put out the fire and they are trying to install air conditioning."
3. Put ingredients in a bowl. 4. Add salt, garlic, the juice of half a lemon. Mix it up and serve. * you can roast your tomatoes for great flavor. heat up a frying pan or skillet on medium high heat. Place whole tomatoes in the cookware and toast the outside of it until the skin begins to break and split apart. remove from heat and continue with step two.note if you prefer smooth salsa as opposed to chunky just put all this good stuff in the blender
AMSAF Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Tips Continued from page 17 start riding it. No matter your level of experience, take a rider course and practice with friends and alone. There are motorcycle safety training classes at every level. For a list of local courses available, visit lawtigers.com/page/rider-education.php. The kind of riding you're going to be doing will have an impact on the type of motorcycle you're buying. Although
you'll want to choose a bike that performs well and is reliable, you should choose one based upon your ability and goals as a rider. The small and compact bikes will provide you with a good ride, and are very economical. You can travel a long distance before having to fill the gas tank. However, don’t plan on taking long road trips on small and compact bikes. If you aren't going to be racing, or riding roads with lots of twists and turns, you’ll probably want to choose a more traditional cruiser style. Some people do prefer sport bike models for racing on tracks and for their superior handling characteristics at high speeds and in tight turns, while others prefer the touring style bikes for long, relaxing trips or when travelling with
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