A P ublication of the Modified Motorcycle Association of Arizona Novem ber / Decem ber 2011
What is Happening at the Copper Dome?
A Final Farewell for our Brother Colin Submitted by CJ & Betty
Submitted by Mick Degn Just arrived back from “Meeting of the Minds” and observed the issues or bills being worked on in other states along with our Federal government can sure raise your enthusiasm. Many of the struggles we have are also experienced in other states; in some cases we have been successful and in other cases, we haven’t done as well. Approaching 2012, we have to be involved now to have the bills ready for January. There have been a number of meetings to review facts and information that we need and to assess what bills we feel we can run. We’ve narrowed it down to the two (2) following: • Lane Sharing- California is the only state where this is practiced--and that is exactly what it is. It’s a practice that has been accepted. At this time, we are still trying to find data to support the practice. This is our challenge in Arizona since the Governor, DPS and some other folks have asked for data. Our goal in getting Lane Sharing passed is to create more safety for the Motorcyclist. Example: consider the hot summer months that we have and you’re sitting on the highway with an accident and no traffic moving. This would help you go up the shoulder legally or between cars to get to a safe place. • Extension of ‘Sunset date’ to eliminate emission testing in Maricopa County (EPA problem) Representative Jerry Weiers and I met with Governor Brewer’s staff along with folks from ADEQ to look at different options to get this accomplished. The challenge is EPA. We have the support of the Governor’s staff and ADEQ, but getting EPA to eliminate this rule in Maricopa County is our major challenge.
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4th Annual MMA Verde Valley Chili Cook-Off Story and pictures on Page 10
Rim Country Camp & Jam Story and pictures on Page 10
May 9 1948 -July 21,2011 Bagpipes, kilts, tin whistles, videos, laughter, tears and of course motorcycles - were all a part of a beautiful tribute to our late friend, brother, freedom fighter and past Chairman of MMA-AZ, Colin MacDiarmid. It was a privilege to be a part of this memorial. We had the honor of meeting Colin's twin sons - Colin ll and Ian. These guys are awesome and Colin's bragging about them on many occasions certainly was well deserved! The Prescott Center for the Arts was the site chosen by Stony Monday, Colin's close friend and brother in many ways. Stony, a long time MMA Life Service member, put together a service like no other that we have attended honoring a fallen brother. Dressed in a black western suit, white shirt and a black western bow tie Stony not only arranged the program but was the emcee! Members of the Boots and Bustles, an 1800's "Best Old West Reenactment Social Club," honored Colin. They dressed in mourning attire - one lady wore "Widow's Weeds" - an elaborate black dress adorned with a huge bustle! Bagpipes played "Amazing Grace" and songs were sung by the children of one of Colin's last EMT students. They also played Amazing grace on their tin whistles. continued on page 4
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Monsoon Madness Story and pictures on Page 10
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 Meeting of the Minds ........................................8 Editor’s Space ...................................................9 Event Pics and Articles.....................10,11 & 15 Business Member Listing ..............................12 Horoscope .......................................................14 Are You Thinking About Winter Riding Yet? 14 District Updates ..............................................16 Lady Rider Report...........................................17 Ride Tips..........................................................17 Pet Corner .......................................................17 NCOM Report ..................................................18 Distant Future..................................................18 Biker Vittles .....................................................19
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MMA of Arizona State Officers Acting Chairman Secretary Treasurer Sergeant at Arms Sergeant at Arms Membership Activites Communications Quartermaster ACMC Represenative ACMC Represenative NCOM Represenative AIL Represenative Designated Lobbyist Authorized Lobbyist Authorized Lobbyist Patriot Editor Webmaster
Ed "Hollywood" Holyoak Cheri “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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jim “Flip” Boyd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .602.323.7297. . . . . . . . . jboyd21@cox.net Steve “Duece” Parker 623.386.8565 pack_of5@msn.com White Mountain District . . . . . . . . . . . . .Carlene Hulsey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .928.245.6427. . . . . . . . . carlene4mma@hotmail.com Chris York 928-245-3195 cgyork1@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 Gonazles 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
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
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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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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
Verde Valley 2nd Sunday at 11 am Page Springs Restaurant 1975 N. Page Springs Rd. Cornville, AZ
Eagle 3rd Sunday at 9:30 am Baca Loco (old Chuy’s) 5134 N. 95th Ave. Glendale, AZ
Phoenix 1st Saturday at 10 am Maverick Saloon 9605 N. 19th Ave Phoenix, AZ
Westsiders 4th Sunday at 9 am - breakfast meeting Avondale Moose Lodge 1572 S. Cotton Lane Goodyear, AZ
High Country 3rd Sunday at 11 am Smokin Harley’s Steakhouse 10456 S. State Rte 69 Mayor, AZ
Red Mountain-October 3rd Saturday at 10 am TriCity Eagles Lodge 2314 E Apache Blvd Tempe, AZ
White Mountain 2nd Sunday at 10 am V.F.W. Main Street Eager, 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
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From Our Chairman
Farewell to Colin continued from page 1
Chairman’s comments relative to motorcycle rights and the MMA of Arizona. Ed “Hollywood” Holyoak Acting MMA of AZ Chairman DM Rim Country District
American Dream Not everyone’s thoughts on being an American are the same. Some think that the American Dream is to become rich, some dream of becoming famous.Some only want a good life with their family and a nice house. People from all over the world come here for their American dream.Some come and don’t care about what is legal and or what is not legal.Some play by the rules, some get rich, and some don’t. Much of this depends on what they put in to life or what they bring with them to get started. Most Americans are born here raised here and go to work here, the working class.Some are born here raised here and try to take the easy road.These are the ones of us whom don’t want to get involved, who want to stay in the background or in the shadows.Nothing positive ever gets done from the shadows.A real American is someone who gets out and does something for everyone gets involved and tries and maybe even fails, but tries again. I’ve noticed that within our ranks, less than 10% of us get involved, try to make a difference. We need another 90% to get involved and work with us, for us. We all need to get together and really work for a better America, starting in Arizona. Just My American Dream Hollywood
Arizona Motorcycle Safety Advisory Council (AMSAC) Submitted by Mick Degn
Danny Boy was soloed by one of the girls and solo was played on the "Chantere.” A Hebrew blessing was given. Colin's interest in Native American traditions and his affinity with the Bear Spirit, a bringer of strength and healing, was part of the ceremony. Videos were played from Colin's first days up until his last - many of the pictures were of his times at MMA-AZ events. This beautiful tribute was arranged by Colin ll and was accompanied by “The Good"(I know who I am) from Wicked, and "The River" by Garth Brooks. Very moving!
We learned so much more than we ever knew was a part of Colin's life. He sang and played guitar and recited Cowboy poetry at Old West events, enjoyed playing the sax during his college days and took part in Old West shoot-outs with "The Prescott Regulators.". He adopted the cowboy name --"Hap Cartwright." He was so proud of his Scottish heritage and owned a dress kilt. Colin was an original -- and the MMA-AZ will remember him for his dedication to our campaign for motorcycle awareness, rights and safety.
October 5, 2011 we held an AMSAC meeting. The meeting was called to order by Director Gutier. We have five (5) on the council. All five are Motorcycle riders.
Colin ll and Ian were presented plaques honoring Colin's dedication to the MMA.
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Ian, a Naval flight Officer, was given a Warriors Medal of Valor, presented by the Native American Nations of the United States of American. Colin's long time friend "Smokey" bestowed this honor.
Dick Studdard-Chairman Mick Degn-Vice Chairman Lou Borland Jeffrey Rice DeBe Campos
We then rode our bikes to the reception. Stony carried our brother's cremains which were in a leather trunk decorated by Stony with Silver buckles. It was placed on a platform that Stony constructed on the rear of his bike.
We spent time going over the following: • At present we have $182,024.45 in our Unobligated Budget with no outstanding bills at this time. We will be ordering more bumper stickers, key tags and pencils which are used at the State Fair for the Public Safety Days. In addition, we talked about that we needed to be more diversified on where we were spending money on Motorcycle Safety and Awareness. We are going to look into Billboards, Radio, Theaters, ADOT overhead signs and safety/educational pamphlets. This allows us to bring out Motorcycle Safety and Awareness more to the general public . • During the State Fair AMSAC will have a booth October 29-30 to talk about what we do and have the key chains, pencils and bumper stickers for everyone. • At present, we are in good shape on inventory items with the exception of the State Fair. Folks have come down and requested what they need and what it is for. We have had a number of folks say that they didn’t need any more at this time due to the inventory they still had. This has really helped. We are looking at a new bumper sticker that can be put on a car that is more magnetic and doesn’t take the paint off.
Colin Cartwright MacDiarmid’s final "show" was so much like he was--happy, sad, funny, entertaining and most of all -- it left us with many wonderful memories. We have not attended a memorial service as touching as this one for Colin - we will never forget it as we will never forget Colin. RIDE IN FREEDOM BROTHER
• We talked about the areas of concern that apply to Motorcycle riders. The number one concern nationally is Impaired Motorcycle riders due to alcohol and drugs. The second concern is the need for more Riders Education. • In order to improve visibility and communication with AMSAC we are going to have a page on Facebook and are in the process of developing a Newsletter that features vital topics related to Motorcycle Safety and Awareness. Overall, it was a great meeting and there was active discussion of increased support for Motorcycle Safety and Awareness.
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Disgruntled Biker Submitted by a disgruntled biker I am a disgruntled biker too; my brother the disgruntled biker was busy so he asked me to fill in. Something has to be said. During one of my bouts with extreme boredom I decided to take a gander at some of the motorcycles for sale on one of the local classified ads website. I’m not going to mention the websites name, but it does rhyme with the word “hag” followed with a list of some sort. (Merriam-Webster's dictionary defines the term “hag” as a female demon, which generally conjures up memories of my ex-wife. But that’s a different story for a different time) Anyhow, as I perused this website I noticed quite a few motorcycles listed at or below $5,000. A few examples would be a 2004 Honda Shadow selling for $4,200 or a 2004 Suzuki Volusia selling for $5,500. For you American built fans out there, a relatively new Harley-Davidson could be found at or around $10,000. If a Victory is your choice, a brand spankin new, still in the wrapper bike can be acquired for around $13,000$14,000 for an entry-level model. For a smidgen more, you can get yourself a brand new Harley. I almost forgot to add, the used bikes I just mentioned were all listed for sale today. Overall, there were over 350 bikes listed for sale in just one day on this specific website.
Rare Bike Sumitted by Amber “Pixeyled” Faith Just after World War I and into the Roaring ‘20s, more than 200 motorcycle companies popped up around the nation. Harley-Davidson, Indian and Excelsior were competing with Cyclone and Flying Merkel. Most old bikes ended up in WWII-era scrap-metal bins, and a lucky few remained in private hands. In the late 1980s, a 1907 original-paint Harley strap-tank appeared at a Nebraska farm auction, international vintage bike collectors went wild. How much? A whopping $175,000! In 2008, Los Angeles Times publisher Otis Chandler paid twice that for a 1908 Harley in need of critical restoration. -- Information courtesy of Forbes.com
Now I know what some people are thinking. I know that most of us out there don't have several thousand just sitting around with nothing to spend it on. I know we all have our bills to pay. So I did a little research. For those of us with what the industry likes to call as “less than perfect” credit, a five year loan on a $5000 dollar bike will run you around $130 dollars a month. As a rule of thumb, if you fall into that credit category you can expect to pay around $26 dollars a month for every thousand dollars financed. For those with slightly better credit that number drops down to $21 dollars a month. And still, for those of you with the best credit in the entire world and you qualify for those special finance offers that most of us dream of, that number drops down to around $17 dollars a month for every thousand financed. By now, you're probably wondering when I'm going to get to my point. My point so far is that it's not all that difficult to purchase a motorcycle. It may not be the exact one you want right away, but ask almost anyone out there and they will tell you as long as your knees are in the wind, that’s all that matters. Yet still, all this has been leading up to the true meaning of this story. The one true thing that bothers me more than anything, Yes folks, it's “the poser.” We've all seen them and we all know whom I'm talking about. Something had to be said.
Example 1: Just the other day I was standing in line at my local gas station picking up some last minute items on my way home from work. In line in front of me was a couple that screamed biker in every sense of the word, or at least they appeared to be. The gentleman was wearing a nice new O.C.C bandanna with a matching sleeveless shirt. Included in this outfit was what appeared to be a rather expensive pair of Harley-Davidson boots, and chain wallet. His “old lady” was even more equipped with an O.C.C. leather jacket (perhaps it was just a patch sewn on, I honestly don't know for sure), riding boots, and bandanna. The Paul’s' themselves would have been proud. At this point I became curious and began to look around to see what bike they were riding. Obviously someone who supports this company this much conviction must be the proud owner of such a magnificent piece of machinery, or at least something comparable. However, I didn't see any bikes in the parking lot, so I figured it was probably parked around the corner. After they were done with their purchase I watched them leave the gas station only to walk right up to a Ford Bronco with, you guessed it, an O.C.C. decal in the back window. I just shook my head in disbelief. Example 2: Some co-workers and I were coming back from lunch. While at a stop light one of my co-workers noticed a familiar iron cross on the wheels of a brand new, lifted, Dodge Ram. A little closer look at these wheels and we realized they were none other than West Coast Chopper wheels. Just saying that doesn't sound right. I decided to search the Internet for these wheels and found out that these wheels start at no less than $1,800 dollars. They range from there all the way up to $4,000 dollars. The thought of paying $4,000 dollars for a name disgusts me. Let’s put this into perspective; a used Sportster can be purchased for that. Example 3: This perhaps is my favorite. Once again, I was on my way home. I was stuck at a stop light and saw another couple in what I would consider “biker gear.” The man was wearing a leather vest, chain wallet, and boots. The woman that was with him was wearing a sleeveless H-D shirt, bandanna, chain wallet and boots. And what were they doing you ask? Waiting for the bus. To sum it all up, you're either a biker or you're not. However, if you're going to walk the walk, and talk the talk, and dress the part, you need to own a damned motorcycle, Period! Really the only exception I can think of would possibly be Halloween. But honestly, as expensive as most of the stuff we wear can be, why would you do such a thing. I think I'm going to head down to the goodwill and pick myself up some tree hugger clothes and go to a Peta convention. When asked how long I've been a vegetarian I'll simply reply with, “Huh? I had steak and eggs for breakfast!” Send all hate mail to disgruntldbiker2@aol.com
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Birds on Bikes Saturday November 19th. We will deliver 20 Thanksgiving meals to Families in need Safety and Awareness Booth
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Event! $50 buy in = 5000 in starting chips Plus Bonus Chips Available, 500 on line registration (you don't have to pay now. Just sign up before and pay the day of the event at www.enjoythecove.com) 500 on time to tournament arrival, 1000 Bring a child's toy or wrapping paper, 2000 $10 Dealer appreciation donation, 2000 $10 Club appreciation donation, Add-on's and Re-buys Available, 2000 Chip re-buy for $10 until break (a double re-buy is allowed if a player is felted) 3000 Chip add on for $10 at the first break CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE for more details! www.crusadersforthechildren.com Please help spread the word on this awesome event and cause!
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November Friday, Nov. 4th-Sunday, Nov. 6th Arlington Rally at the Rose. Three Days and 2 nights of a great time. Held at the Famous Desert Rose Bar and Grill on old Hwy 80 Arlington Az. Dry camping is available. $20 for weekend or $10 for one day. Live music, games, Adult entertainment with country ambience. www.westsiders.com
Saturday, Nov. 5th – Mesa 3rd Annual B.A.C.A. (Bikers Against Child Abuse) AZ Awareness Run. Let’s keep donations in the USA. Our Children deserve that. So, please, join us for our 3rd Annual event, Headlining Band is REO SPEEDWAGON, along with FRAN COSMO former lead vocalist for Boston & Rossmon. $25/person includes concert, pins to first 200 preregistered, Raffles, 50/50, & food & drink specials. At Pre-registration at Toby Keith’s there will be a buffet ($TBA), a short film of who we are & a special 11yr old singing the National Anthem with Post #138 standing Honor Guard. From there a beautiful ride, then to last stop for all the fun, after being escorted to the event for secured Motorcycle parking. So come on down, & help our children here in the USA. Website to pay online will be up this week. FMI please contact Nytro at muslermychewy@cox.net.
Saturday, Novem ber 5th - Fountain Hills American Legion Riders Post 58 Run to the Hills Charity Run. 8AM, Shotgun start from 5 Valley Locations. reregistration @ www.alr58.org with contribution of $10/ Single, $15/ 2Up or on site the day of ride $15/Single, $20.00 2Up from 8-10am at any of the following locations: Post 26 Mesa, 506 W. 2nd St., Mesa Post 27 Apache Junction,1018 S. Meridian Rd.,AJ Post 39 Gilbert,206 N. Gilbert Rd., GilbertPost 58 Fountain Hills,16837 E. Parkview Av., Fountain HillsPost 91 Chandler, 922 N. Alma School Rd., Chandler All riders and vehicles welcome. Fist Bike out 10am Last Bike in 3pm. Entry includes: Home Cooked Meal and Band(Three Point Posse) at the end of the Run with Raffles, Prizes, and much fun. $100 Best Hand, $50 Worst Hand Prizes at 4:30pm. Beard Contest, $5 entry fee and prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places. Come and join us on our beautiful outdoor patio for food and adult beverages to complement our wonderful AZ weather. For additional info call or e mail: Ken Couture, kdc314@msn.com, 480-220-1742 or Patrick Conway, Conwaypatrick@ymail.com, 330-720-2652 or visit our website @ www.alr58.org
Saturday, Nov. 5th – P hoenix
5th Annual Motorcycle Swap Meet and Old School Bike Show presented by the Loners M/C Prescott Chapter. Saturday November 12th at the Roadrunner Saloon in New River. Swap Meet starts at 8am. $10 donation per person includes bike show entry and swap meet/vendor space if needed. Trophies will be awarded for Best of Show, 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Live music, drinks and food available. This event gets bigger and better each year. Bring your knucklehead, panhead, shovelhead, flathead, norton, BSA, triumph. The weather will be nice, come out to a great party. Everyone welcome. FMI - contact Mud @ 602.299.6778 or mudlffl@yahoo.com
Saturday, Nov. 12th – P eoria 5th Annual Rollin' the Dice. Lost Dutchman Motorcycle Club Sign in 11am at the Peoria clubhouse 7962 W. Market Pl. Peoria, AZ (79th Ave & Grand) last dice thrown at 5pm. $10 per person/$15 couple. Live music, door prizes, food available, and 50/50 raffle. For more information: cobyd_73@yahoo.com
Saturday, Nov. 13th – Cottonwood 27th Annual Verde valley Toy Run. Signup at Cottonwood Wal mart 8-10:15am. Run ends at Verde Valley Fairgrounds w/live music, food, bike show, and much more. For more information: www.verdevalleytoyrun.com
Open M-F 9-6pm and Saturdays 8-1pm
Sunday,Nov.20th-P hoenix MMA presents Birds on Bikes-Strap that bird to your bike and ride down with us to St. Vincent De Paul and help us feed the hungry and less fortunate for Thanksgiving. We have different meeting places in the valley to ride as a group. If you ride on your own please do not show up before 1130am. For locations to ride call Cindy 623-695-5659(See Flyer on left)
Saturday, Dec 3rd – P hoenix Arizona Biker Leathers Customer Appreciation Day. Thank you for 9 great years. We would like to invite you to join us for our 9th Anniversary Party from Noon-4 pm at 19th Ave. and Thunderbird. Free food and drinks. Raffles Vendors music. We have a lot of great raffle items tickets are $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00. Free Vendor setup, call for more information and reserve your spot. 602-843-5847 or visit www.arizonabikerleathers.com
Sunday, Dec 4th – P hoenix 39th Annual Kicks 4 Kids Toy Run & Law Tigers Trivia Ride. Phoenix’s largest and longest running Christmas Toy Run Event is back for 2011! Kicks 4 Kids will hit the streets to gather up new toys for the greater Phoenix area Toys for Tots.
Wednesday, Dec. 7th – P hoenix Crusaders for the Children Bike Night. 7-9 p.m. at Top Shelf Mexican Cantina - 3301 West Greenway Road in Phoenix (35th Ave. and Greenway) Everyone Welcome! Good food, friends, and families! Great Bike Night Specials! See ya there... Thank you for your support To submit event information please contact MMA of AZ State Event Officer by phone at 623.695.5659 or Email activities@mma-az.org
Spartan Riders MC 7th Annual Spaghetti Feed. $5 All you can eat Spaghetti! Live Music, 3pm until the party stops. 1310 E Van Buren St.
Wednesday, Nov. 7th – P hoenix Crusaders for the Children Bike Night. 7-9 p.m. at Top Shelf Mexican Cantina - 3301 West Greenway Road in Phoenix (35th Ave. and Greenway) Everyone Welcome! Good food, friends, and families! Great Bike Night Specials! See ya there... Thank you for your support!
Saturday, Novem ber 12th – Surprise 2nd Annual Crusader Charity Poker Tournament. Come Play Poker with US! : ) Paradise Cove Social Club 15226 West Bell Road in Surprise. Saturday, November 12th, 2011 starting at 11 am everyone is welcome to show up. Event 12pm-5pm. Must be 21 years old to attend. Our Charity Poker Highlights: Great Poker, Blackjack & Slot Tournaments, Fantastic cash pay-out at the final tournament table, Plenty of food so be sure to bring your appetite, Tickets for great door prizes, Tournament bonus chips available for everyone! No Limit Hold-Em Charity
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Lobbyist Update Lobbyist information and update relative to motorcycle and citizen rights. Mick Degn Designated Lobbyist
Whats Happening at the Copper Dome continued from page I We recommended a number of alternatives to help get this done and, at this time, are awaiting data to come back from ADEQ. More to come on this one. The MMA team continues to look at other bills or opportunities that apply to Motorcycle Safety and Awareness. Motorcycle Day at the Dome (MDATD) will be February 22, 2012. Each year we continue to make progress. More of our Legislature folks come outside to talk to us and have lunch. A big Thank You to MMA and ABATE for sponsoring a great lunch for the Legislative folks and Motorcycle riders during these events. The Dome event is always a good time and gains support with our Legislative folks. Our challenge is getting more riders to attend. A key problem for many is attending a Dome event in the middle of a work week. Practically speaking, we must stage it during the week because that’s when AZ Legislature is in session.We’d really like your help this year in trying to get more bikers and bike supporters to the Capitol. Some folks feel that you can just walk the halls of the Capitol. Here in Arizona that is not the case. You need to get an appointment with a Legislative person and that is the only person that you can visit. During MDATD, we encourage you to set up an appointment with your Legislative person and talk about what is going on in your District and how they can help you. It’s an easy, brief conversation and can be rewarding for you and yours. We’ll continue to keep everyone updated on MDATD. Mark your calendars now for that date – your presence matters! As we look at 2012, we all need to pay attention to the general and city elections coming up. A number of our Legislative folks are already out there trying to raise money for their campaign. We could see a number of changes here in Arizona and from a U.S. standpoint. Get to know the person or persons that you support or are thinking about supporting. Find out how you can help them in their campaign. It might just mean doing some phone calls, putting up signs or taking down signs. Are they a Motorcycle rider or do they support motorcycle riders? Do they know what we’re all involved in? Are they aware that we do annual charity events, are involved in Legislation and instruct Motorcycle Awareness and Safety statewide? Many elected officials may not know the facts. Get involved. How many of your Legislative folks know that MMA and their membership are actively teaching, promoting and demonstrating Motorcycle Safety and Awareness? MMA has been instrumental in posting public service billboards saying “Look Out for Motorcycles.” Remember this with pride: MMA is the initial Key Sponsor for Arizona Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Foundation (AMSAF) -a non-profit (501c3) organization. The key elements of the AMSAF Foundation are: Mission Statement: Promote Motorcycle Safety and Awareness through the funds committed to this program through a 501c3 Charity. Vision Statement: The Arizona Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Foundation (AMSAF) will be involved in various programs that work toward the promotion of the Motorcycle Rider. The sharing of safety information affecting both the motorcycle riders, as well as all motorists will be the primary role of this program. The Program will emphasis the use of all donated funds. This is paramount to provide the widest range of benefits to motorcycle riders throughout the state. This program will advocate proper motorcycle training and safe motorcycle riding at every opportunity with the clear intent of lowering accident rates for motorcycle riders statewide. Objectives: •
Promote Motorcycle Safety and Awareness through multi-media and PSA’S
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• Promote Legislation to enhance motorcycle safety
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• Increase the availability of resources for motorcycle education, training and awareness.
By Bobbi Hartmann
The exciting thing about the Foundation is that 100% of the money goes into the Mission, Vision and Objectives. There are no State sweeps. In the coming months, you will see more on this in the way of press releases, articles and other types of communication. MMA is a Motorcycle Rights Organization (MRO) comprised of motorcyclists and motorcycle enthusiasts who are concerned with the future, safety and welfare of motorcycling. I’d like to leave the Districts with one challenge, and the same challenge as last article. Invite your Legislative folks from your District to one of your meetings. You have two House of Representatives and one Senator. Contact them at least a month before your meeting. You can invite them individually or together -- whatever works the best for your District and their schedule. Their staff can best advise you on options. Send your senator and legislators a copy of questions your MMA district membership may ask them. Invite them to speak and then open it up to a question and answer. How many Districts can accomplish this by year’s end? I’d like to say a big THANK YOU to Billy Larson and Bobbi Hartmann for all the work that they do helping MMA in the Legislative arena and with MDATD. They are true volunteers who put their heart and soul into their position to help MMA.
Meeting of the Minds Submitted by Mick Degn The Meeting of the Minds this year was held in Michigan at the Sheraton Hotel and was hosted by ABATE of Michigan. Needless to say, they had a full agenda planned for the meeting starting Thursday night. If you’ve been to any of these meetings, the agenda or topics in most cases are the same at each meeting; but the presenter or information may change. It makes you wonder if we are making any progress--and the answer is yes. Some bills take a long time to get completed and some fail. We learn from the success of other states at these meetings and, at the same time, they learn from us Bobbi Hartmann and I were in attendance from MMA. Billy Larson couldn’t make it due to heart surgery at that time. Note: Billy is out of the hospital and back home. I think they chased him out of the hospital for chasing the nurses around The meeting started on Thursday night with all of the states discussing the concerns going on in their state. The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) presented a helpful session. Imre Szauter compiled a list of all the bills that are active in each state with bill title and bill number. This is awesome information for lobbyists because now we have a point of reference when we’re working on bills. As an example, a preceding bill was Splitting Lanes and now we’re looking at Lane Sharing. We have only one state, California, that does it, and it is not a bill but a practice that has created this. There are only three (3) other states that are looking at Lane Sharing right now -- they are New Jersey, Oregon and Texas. We are looking to see what they have discovered as far as information or statistics. That is our challenge in Arizona.
The 2011 Meeting of the Minds, hosted by ABATE of Michigan, was held in Romulus MI, about 10 minutes from the Detroit airport and about as close to Detroit as you can get. As usual, there were various ‘General Sessions’ and a multitude of ‘Break Out Sessions’ to choose from. Thursday night was the usual meeting of the MRF Board and a chance to hear what was going on in the various states that had reps in attendance for this event. The conference itself started off Friday morning with a General Session that included the ‘Presentation of Colors’ by American Legion Post 396. This has to be one of my favorite things. I have a tendency to swell up with pride and watch in wonder at the formality of the entire event. The session itself is for opening comments and the presentation of awards. Various states received awards for Bills such as the allowing of motorcycles in parking garages, proceeding through malfunctioning red lights, prohibiting federal funding for motorcycle only checkpoints, and defeating legislation that would have put specific restrictions on sport bikes. BUT, this year the greatest award of all was the MRF’s 2011 Young Activist Scholarship (YAS) award, which went to our very own Arizona young lady, Charity Stewart. The YAS Fund was created to recognize deserving and promising candidates between the ages of 18 and 30 years old. What made it really special was that many of us that have been around for a very long time, have practically raised Charity since she was 5 years old and riding along with her father Waldo in his sidecar. Charity acknowledged that fact, when she got up to speak, getting a laugh out of everyone there. Congrats Charity. It couldn’t have gone to a more deserving young activist. Two of my favorite sessions both happened on Friday. The first one was the ‘SMRO Legislative Planning Session’, put on by Kirk “Hardtail” Willard (MRF President), and Jeff Hennie (VP of Government Relations / MRF Lobbyist) and other legislative officers, including Dave Dwyer, and Larry Nielson. This session was to determine what the SMRO’s present, want MRF Lobbyist Jeff Hennie to work on for in the upcoming year. Each state represented in the room was given a ‘stick’. As each topic is discussed in depth and questions are asked and answered, they ask for a raising of ‘sticks’ if you want the MRF to continue to work on this issue, or drop it or continue on a different path etc. Following are the results of this all important session: • Continue to assure that the 2010 monies are a part of the Federal Hwy Bill Reauthorization efforts. • Stop the efforts on ‘Closing the HIPPA Loophole’, which is the disqualifying of an accident/injury claim, based on the fact that you were riding a motorcycle at the time. There have been no cases of ‘claim discrimination’ since this effort started in 1995 and it was said that the Congress’ eyes glaze over when it is even brought up. • However, there was 100% support for the MRF to continue to pursue the “HIPPA Lite” legislation which makes it illegal for anyone issuing employee insurance to NOT disclose the fact that they are planning to eliminate claims, based on the HIPPA Loophole.
We spent some time on State Legislative Planning and planning to visit DC from a Lobbying standpoint. Both sessions were interesting and a lot of information was shared. This year at the conference, there were two sessions outside with the motorcycles. The one was on the proper braking techniques and the other one was on riding challenges. Some good information and instructors were presented.
• MRO’s want a full-out effort to eliminate any federal funding of Motorcycle-only checkpoints.
MRF explained their financials and membership were flat; but overall they are doing a great job on their expenses. Expenses were down from previous year, which is a great thing to see with the current economy issues. They shared statistics that one (1) in four (4) motorcyclists doesn’t have a license. That’s a scary thought.
• Do a Watch-and-See on what happens to the “Crash Causation Study” that was seriously diminished in its scope, enough, in fact, that the Motorcycle Safety Foundation withdrew its 3 million dollar backing. Let it run its course and keep us informed.
Bobbi Hartmann will go into more detail on the conference and you can also go to the MRF website for copies of the presentation. If you haven’t been to one and you are interested in what is going on in the other states and how it can help us, the Meeting of the Minds and NCOM are two that are worthwhile attending. As I mentioned earlier, the topics pretty much stay the same, but the information changes as we look to resolve challenges we face as Motorcyclists.
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• Want to assure that the Federal Hwy Bill Reauthorization efforts include the continuation of the Federal Motorcycle Advisory Council that Congresswoman Gabby Giffords had a hand in starting.
• There is nothing close yet, but IF it is introduced, to furiously oppose any EPA Exhaust system stamping legislation • Take a strong position against Distracted Driving of any kind, BUT oppose any Distracted Driving federal laws that would be used to ‘Blackmail’ the states into passing one. • Oppose any and all Blackmail Sanctions that they may try to place in Federal Hwy Bill Reauthorization efforts. MRF partnered with AAA last time on this.Right To Repair – Although this seems to be going nowhere, the MRO’s have asked the MRF to keep it on their agenda, due to the ‘gains’ that have been made so far (according to Jeff), due to
‘proposed legislation’ on this issue. It seems to have raised an awareness that has benefited many states • Continue to ‘watch dog’ any and all federally proposed ‘gang’ related legislation to prohibit any impact on motorcyclists for non-criminal activity. • Continue MRF’s presence and activity level in National Working Parties, along with Europe. The MRF is currently allowed to speak and offer opinions to Parliament. So although they cannot lobby Parliament, they can ‘steer the engineer types’ with their testimonies. • Furiously and violently oppose any Mandatory Helmet Laws.
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Comments relative to the content, design and production of this publication. Lee Gonzales Editor, Motorcycle Patriot Leather District Wow, it’s the holiday season AGAIN! Wasn’t it just here? Where has the year gone? My grandmother always told me, the older you get, the faster time flies by…Grandma was always right. I think we tend to not notice time when we are so involved with the happenings of daily life. Perhaps we could use this season as a time to reflect upon the passing year and imagine the great possibilities of the year to come.
My second favorite session was the ‘State Legislative Summary’ session, put on by Imre Szauter of the AMA. We obtained a handout listing every bill number of every motorcycle-related bill run in every state that year. How did he do that? Well, I talked to Imre, and it is an impressive and time-consuming process that they went through. hey also included a ‘key status’ that tells whether or not a bill passed, failed, is pending and so on. If anyone in the room could add to the information or answer questions about a bill, all the better. Just to name a few of the categories were – ATV on public roads – Awareness – Vehicular Homicide – Discrimination – Emissions – Helmet – HOV Lanes – Insurance – Lighting – Lane Sharing – Handlebar Height – Parking – Motorcycle Seizure – Passenger Age Restrictions – and a whole lot on Distracted Driving of some sort.
The holidays are a stressful time for many. Perhaps we could concentrate more on quality time with friends and family and avoid the stresses of the bigger and better sale at the mall. Special memories will last far longer than the latest and greatest gadget or toy and costs much less. Helping a lonely friend through the holidays or encouraging a family member who is having a hard time economically could be a rewarding experience. Many are without loved ones this season and many will face the first Christmas with someone sadly missing. Many of the missing were our biker brothers and sisters who lost their battles with illness or through tragedy on the road. Please keep the lost in your thoughts and reach out with a warm gesture to their grieving families. Perhaps just inviting a good friend to supper or hosting a movie night could brighten that persons world a bit.
Arizona Lobbyists attending were Mick Degn, Carol O’Reilly, Skypilot and I. We were sorry to say that Billy Larson couldn’t make it due to a last minute surgery involving one of his heart valves. We ALL missed you, Billy. So when the topic of some of the AZ Lobbyists planning a trip to D.C., we all attended another of the sessions titled ‘Planning Your Lobbying Trip to DC’. I do believe that this lit a spark under a few that may not have thought about this prior to attending this session. The excitement of those that had been there was obvious.
And if you are still in the giving mood, there are always Toy Runs and Turkey Runs. Collect presents for needy children who look forward to all the good-natured and caring bikers who show up in Christmas hats, riding decorated motorcycles with toys tied onto every surface. Take your group of riders and go to a mall and strip an Angel Tree or buy something special for a needy child on Christmas morning. Bring a frozen turkey to the food bank to help feed the homeless and the unemployed. Better yet, spend a shift volunteering at the food bank serving a meal. It does your heart and soul good. Collect gloves and blankets for the homeless and family shelters. Last, and certainly not least, spend an hour visiting our military Vets in the hospital. Take along biker magazines, toiletries, cotton socks, smiles -- and sincerely thank them for their service. The feelings gained from any of these activities will outweigh the feeling you get when the credit card bill arrives. As the old saying goes, it’s better to give than to receive. No one knows that better than a community service volunteer.
Hopefully, Arizona will be able to do this someday in the near future. The last session I attended was ‘Sustaining Motorcycle Club Meeting Discovery’ presented by Still Ray Fitzgerald, chairman of the ACMC in Arizona. We were all given a DRAFT of a “MRF Motorcycle Club Committee Position Paper”. The MRF acknowledges the contribution of motorcycle clubs in the early development of the motorcyclists’ rights movement. They want to continue work with the clubs in actively monitoring federal legislation that compromises the ability of any motorcyclist to ride and live their associated lifestyle. This committee would give the clubs a voice to the MRF board to accomplish this goal. If you have never gone to a Meeting of the Minds or NCOM Conference, you should consider it. They are among the most eye-opening, informative events a biker could ever attend.
To all my friends in MMA and beyond--have a safe and happy holiday season, whichever ones you celebrate. And be ready to hit the ground running in January as a new election year begins!
Our Motocycle Lobbyists: “Skypilot”, Bobby Hartman, Mich Degn at 2011 Meeting of the Minds
PS I would like to give a HUGE thank you to “Pixyled”, our new copy editor for all her proofing of all the articles for the patriot. I couldn’t do this without all her help. And a equal thanks to all that contributed to this edition of the patriot, this month you all made my life a little less stressful putting the patriot together.
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THANK YOU! Contributing Writers forThis Issue Amber “Pixyled” Faith Becca “Vine” Holyoak Bobbi Hartman Cindy Gates CJ & Betty Swinford Debi Althouse Donna Woltman Doug “8 Ball” Keatts Ed “Hollywood” Holyoak James “Gonzo” Gonzales Jat Duett James Klever Jonathan “Spinner” Lucero Julie Cissne Larry Stroud Melody Salter Mick Degn Ray “Shovel” Elshire
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Rich Tuminello Steve “Muskrat” Musgrave Team Arizona The Disgruntled Biker Tom ‘Teekay” Kartler Val “Shorty” Bunce
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4th Annual Chili Cook-Off and 9/11 Remembrance Submitted by 8-ball Sunday, September 18th, and the final day of the City of Cottonwood’s Thunder Valley Rally, MMA Verde Valley District held the 4th Annual Chili Cook-Off and 9/11 Remembrance at Player’s Sports Bar and Grill in Cottonwood, AZ.
Submit your articles and pictures from events and happenings in your area to editor@mma-az.org
This year we had several bikes in the Bike Show, tons of bikes in the parking lot, 14 entries in the Chili Cookoff and lots of people stopping by. The five categories for chili
Monsoon Madness Submitted by Snakebite Another summer came to an end and, as well, the end of monsoon season. You know what that means…it’s time for Monsoon Madness! This year the event was held on Saturday, September 17th at Max’s Sports Bar. Max’s is a great place for an event with loads of paved parking, large patio with plenty of seating and a huge air-conditioned bar where you can watch any sporting imaginable. The food is good and the owner and staff have always made us feel very welcome. The event was scheduled for 7pm, but folks started coming in around 6pm. Monsoon Madness includes a little Fun Run through 5 games in the event. Games included: dice, cards, darts, 3-ball on an 18” pool table and, last but not least, “Operation.” Yes, that is the “Operation” game you remember playing as kids. Nothing like watching big burly bikers trying to handle little tweezers and trying to grab body parts. If it’s not the ‘shaking,’ it’s the ‘seeing’ that gets everyone—but, it’s totally fun to watch. This year there was a tie for First Place and the winners decided to split the $50 prize.
included Hot with Beans, Hot without Beans, Mild with Beans, Mild without Beans and Exotic. Trophies were awarded for all categories based on attendee votes. Entry to the entire event was $10 that included ballots for both the Bike and Chili Cook-off and sampling as much chili as you could eat. Entries for the Cook-off paid $15 per pot of chili to compete. For the second year in a row, Nate from Nate’s Cowboy Café took 1st Place in People’s Choice and in Mild with Beans -- with Patty a close 2nd and a new contestant all the way from Peoria taking 3rd Place. Patty took 1st Place in Mild without Beans while her mom, Gwen, won 2nd Place.
For the first time at this event, we actually had some awesome weather. There was no monsoon in sight and the high temp for the day was only 103, so when the sun went down it was beautiful riding weather. We had over 120 people this year who came out to support the presenters of this event, they included Desert Thunder MC, Limey Riders MC and the MMA Leather District. Many clubs were in attendance. In fact, other than Leather District folks, it was all club members. Special thanks to Hells Angels MC (Cave Creek), Spartan Riders MC (Glendale), Lost Dutchman MC (Peoria), Rough Riders MC, ALMA MC, Medieval Maidens MC, Cerberus MC, Triple Threat TC, and Soldiers for Jesus MC. Apologies if I missed anyone; there were so many patches to keep track of! We thank you all for your ongoing support and look forward to seeing you at the 10th Anniversary of Screw Laughlin in 2012.
In the Hot category, Mike from Biodiesel made a really hot and totally green chili that took 1st Place in Hot without Beans. Since we did not have any exotic (venison, elk, boar…) chili entries this year, Miranda was voted Most Exotic Assistant. Sometimes we just have to improvise! $10 gained Bike Show entries a spot. Stretch’s 2001 Dyna Wide Glide won 1st Place in the Bike Show with 8-Ball’s Sportster coming in 2nd. Live music was provided by The MODS who did an awesome job entertaining the crowd. Vendors included: DTMC, Biker Babes and Beyond, Biodiesel U.S. Inc and many others, including biker clothes, tools, jewelry and bike products. Thanks to everyone who showed up to support our MMA event and to all the local businesses for their donations of raffle items. Special thanks to Desert Thunder MC, Tribe of Judah MM, KA Cycles, Vintage Vixens, Biodiesel (B.U.S), and Player’s Sports Bar and Grill for their continued support to MMA Verde Valley District. Hope to see you all in Cottonwood for the annual Frosty Balls and Chilly Boobs Poker Run on Sunday January 1, 2012.
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Run With The Wolf
Rim Country Camp and Jam
Submited by Rich Tuminello
Submitted by Spinner
The MMA of the White Mountains district held their annual “Run With the Wolf Rally” on Friday and Saturday Sept. 30th and Oct. 1st in St. Johns at the Apache County Fairgrounds.
The moment I arrived I knew this event was going to be different. Set within the pines of rim country, (out in the middle of nowhere really) is a place called the Double D, a little mom-andpop bar and store. This wonderful rustic place provides camping as far as the eye can see. As I arrived, I was greeted by the sight of motorcycles and tents stretched along the road across from the Double D. After getting settled, I went and registered which took less than a minute. At $10 a person, I didn’t feel like I had been robbed.
It was well-attended, in spite of the fact that we had to change the date due to the Wallow Fire earlier this summer. Carlene Hulsey was on Radio Station 95.7 FM from Show Low with a PSA the week before the rally. People were well-informed about the rally and the Bead Run and Games went off without a hitch. People from Arizona and New Mexico came for the rally. The weather couldn't have been better and a grand time was had by all. There were food vendors and Tattoo artists from the local area. Rally T-Shirts and other gifts were available for purchase by all those who attended. A lot of good reports came in from attendees about our new location and we look forward to having our next rally in the same location. Money raised from the rally will help local food banks in the Apache County area. Chris York presented Clyde Lee from Mickey's Bar and Restaurant with a Lifetime Business Member Plaque during the festivities.
That evening while sitting around the campfire, a young man appeared out of the dark holding a guitar. He played all night and had everybody singing. On Saturday, I awoke to biscuits, gravy and, of course, coffee that really helped me to get moving and ready for the bike games. Later that morning, the now-famous rattlesnake incident occurred. Joan and Becca were walking to camp when a timber rattler appeared out of nowhere and was suddenly under foot. After a narrow escape, Mark handled the situation. From then on, everybody saw that snakeskin around somewhere. The Bike and People Games is always my favorite thing at these events. A test of skill and a willingness to do something a little out of the ordinary is a must if you wish to win one of those trophies made by our “Leather Lady” Joy. Once again, I was not disappointed as riders tried to maintain while going as slow as possible or trying to bite a weenie hanging on a string. The Pole in the Hole and Walking the Plank are true tests of teamwork. Getting three people to walk on wood planks in unison is always funny. I did come in second for the Tire Toss, and took pictures of all the fun going on.After the games, the band Hard Ride started playing some kick-ass music that lasted into the night. If you’ve never heard Hard Ride, you should take the time to -- they are really good. This event is already in my plans for next year, and it’ll get better and better. Fear no Freedoms! Spinner
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MMA of Arizona Business Member Listing - listed by city At Large
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Are you thinking About Winter Riding Yet?
Aries: Holiday events bring a smile to your face at last. Blowing past the wet blankets will feel healthy and natural. Keep your business options open and sign no vital documents until after the New Year. Luck arrives in the mail. Taurus: You know change must happen soon but you keep stretching out the timeline. Patience, biting your tongue and making decisions that benefit your dreams are all good things. Take action and be lucky - especially at Thanksgiving. Gemini: Another difference of opinion about work? Take as day for yourself and let the drama fall into place. The answer comes from a stranger. Holiday flirtations may not be serious, but do your bruised ego a world of good right now. Expect a miracle, baby. Cancer: Watch your step, Moon Child, during the winter holidays. You are so distracted by going in five directions, that you could stub your toe…one way or another. That worrisome health issue is healing. Plan that dream trip next summer – you’ll both be happy. Leo: Seven years ago, you had a dream. Pull it off that dusty shelf and try again. The time has come! Good fortune and unexpected appraisals open the December door. Love needs a place to sit down in your life… leave room by the mistletoe! Virgo: Your big-spending days may be few now, but there is still treasure among the trash! Swap meets, eBay or yard sales provide funds and goodies just in time to share with loved ones. Lucky meeting with former boss or client saves the day. Say yes to a post-Yule diet! Libra: Faraway friends may be a topic during the winter months. Let yourself off the hook and allow someone else to finance or organize the social whirls. Being the sign of peace, Libra also governs legal scenes, war plans and confrontation. Don’t fear name-calling. Play to win. Scorpio: Renewal time for you, Scorp! Be gentle with your body for a change, but get reactivated mentally with favorite pastimes or games from your youth. Martyrs do not get gold stars. This means you! Fire it up and let ‘er rip. Lucky winter colors: dark grey, blood red. Sagittarius: Dig out that old turquoise and wear it this season for money and travel luck. Work has become rather gloomy and you need an escape hatch. Adventure is your bread and butter, so say yes to wilder instincts. Bundles of thorny switches if you act like Biker Scrooge again! Capricorn: Giving generously during the past year has brought you closer with a loved one. Your turn has come for pleasure without the pain. Remember, you are very large and in-charge, but you need TLC in your stocking. Bike repairs go well. Lucky love scents: juniper and cinnamon. Aquarius: Release all those walk-away lovers and timewasters --- winter is your season of serious plans, real-time sexiness and asking for what you desire. Spirit protection steps in for the family. Thanksgiving brings a farewell and a hello. Pay attention; stay locked and loaded. Pisces: Just when you thought the ride was over---there is a lucky sequel. Resolve differences within the group and this time please speak up! There will be a toss-up in time for New Year’s—more money in 2012 or more loving? Which door will you choose, daydreamer?
Cold weather riding will start soon, now is the time to start thinking about what you’re going to do this winter. For some of you up north it means adding fuel stabilizer to your tank, checking out your trickle charger system, and covering you motorcycle during the winter months. For the rest of us it simply means cooler riding and wearing additional clothing! For those that ride in the blazing summer temperatures of the valley, riding motorcycles in the winter can be very welcome and enjoyable. For just about everyone I know, winter riding is enjoyable as long as we stay warm and dry.
K eep Warm Riding a motorcycle in cold weather requires the rider to maintain body temperature. We need to do everything we can to insulate the body from the cold wind and temperatures.Insulation provides layers to slow down heat loss, wind proofing keeps the wind from drawing away body heat.
Layering Layering is your best defense against the winter cold and critical to staying warm. The number of layers is based on your personal comfort level and the temperature outside. The solution is to build enough layers so that you feel comfortable when outside standing still. Your inside layer should always be snug fitting. A thermal or fleece underwear garment will create a warm layer of air between your body and the underwear.
Wind P roofing Keeping the wind out will be the biggest issue you have when riding a motorcycle in the winter. Wind chill is your worst enemy on a motorcycle in cold weather. Do anything and everything you can to stop air leaks! Make sure your outer layer is made of wind-proof material; leather is the most popular choice. Ideally, consider something that is both wind and waterproof. A rain suit is also a nice item to have in case you ride into rain. Other ideas for wind proofing: Seal the leaks - duck tape works very well in sealing off leaks. Most heat is lost through your head; a full-face helmet provides safety and prevents heat loss. Or wear a beanie. Newspaper layered between your chest and outer layer will keep your body core insulated. It can also be used to insulate your lower legs as well.
Hands and Feet Many riders have problems with their hands and feet. As you get cold your body increases circulation to your internal organs to keep them warm. This decreases circulation to your hands and feet. The solution is to invest in quality boots and gloves. You might also consider airactivated hand and feet warmers, check for them at your local sporting goods store. Simply stuff them in your gloves and boots for an added heat source
B oots They should be comfortable, waterproof, and windproof. Things to look for in boots are: Proper fit. You don’t want boots to be tight; this will reduce both circulation and insulation and make your feet colder. Waterproof. If your boots aren’t waterproof already then get a pair that is. Insulation is nice but not necessary, you can wear extra socks if needed.
gloves Comfortable winter riding gloves can be really difficult to find. Make sure you find the right pair before your next cold weather ride. Things to look for in gloves are: Windproof. Are they long enough to completely cover the wrist and keep the wind out. Is there a way to tighten the glove at the wrist? Proper fit. You don’t want gloves to be tight; this will reduce both circulation and insulation and make your hands colder. Good insulation. You want a thermal insulation material like Thinsulate or something similar, not just fuzzy fleece. The insulation should cover the palm as well as the top of the glove.
Safety There are a two more things you’ll want to protect against in the cold: Frostbite and Hypothermia.
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Exposed skin can lead to frostbite, make sure you cover any exposed skin! If your skin feels like its being pricked by needles then you are likely experiencing frostbite, take care of it immediately. If it turns white and feels numb and hard you have waited too long, get attention immediately. Hypothermia is when your core body temperature drops below the minimum temperature required for your body to function properly. Hypothermia causes mild confusion, sluggish behavior, poor muscle coordination, and incoherent behavior. If you start feeling cold and can’t decide if you should pull over, you are experiencing an early stage of hypothermia. Pull over immediately and do something to warm up, hot coffee is a good remedy If you start shivering uncontrollably, feel sluggish, or even drunk, then you’ve waited too long. Hypothermia is already underway and you need to stop immediately to warm up.
Sum m ary Riding in the cold weather can be very rewarding. It boils down to taking the proper steps to insulate you from the elements. It’s not that difficult if you know how. Hopefully this article has provided some useful information as we adjust to the change in season.
guitars and Handlebars The “Art” of the Motorcycle
Run to the Lake Rally
Submitted by Tom “Teekay” Kartler
Run to the Lake Rally was a huge success. Earlier in the year, the MMA’s Northern Arizona District voted to bring back the popular annual event. The weekend of September 23-25 could not have been better in terms of weather, riders and the community of Page. We had a firm 500 people registered at the rally, and probably about 200 local folks who attended the event. All were treated to a "Good Ol’ Bike Rally."
“Ever since Peter Fonda and Dennis Hopper set off on their epic journey in the 1969 classic film Easy Rider, America’s fascination with the motorcycle has never been the same. Today, this symbol of rebellion and the counterculture has become an accepted, artistic movement, embraced by art galleries and museums around the world.” The quote above was taken from the flyer for this event. It defines what this is all about. How many of you consider your motorcycle “Art”? For that matter, your car or your guitar? Well as the saying goes “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” This show covered 3 days and had all kinds of things going on, but I wanted to see the guitars and bikes, so I went over on Saturday afternoon. There were some custom bikes and cars outside, but when I went inside to the galleries I was blown away. How about a guitar made from a bike gas tank? Or a guitar made from a pitchfork, a hunk of wood and a tank? And then there was a 5 foot pink flamingo from bike parts and a tank. Needless to say the show was very interesting and colorful. Everything had a “Don’t Touch” sign on it so you couldn’t play the guitars. That would have been cool!
Submitted by Ray “Shovel” Elshire
Riders from as far away as New York gathered in the Page City Park; festivities were complete with food, three live bands, a poker run and biker games. As the event evolved in planning, we were able to plan for what bikers do best…focus on helping our communities. We saw a need in today's economy to benefit many non-profit organizations and local businesses. The NA District came up with a plan to allow the local Cancer Outreach to sponsor the poker run. Cancer Outreach is a program currently assisting local cancer patients to travel from Page to the Valley for critical appointments and treatments. We also supported the Friends of Page Library by allowing them to set up their “Bounce House” for the children and to keep 100% of the profit. Toys for Tots is a popular cause and benefited throughout the weekend. MMA left a very positive impression on the community; rally stories are still buzzing around town. I would like to thank Level Rising and the Casual T's for donating their time and music. The Windy Mesa hosted the nightly adult-themed entertainment, and the bands were really rockin’! Our bike rally was not the only event in town that weekend. The famous ‘Powellapalooza Music Festival’ was held at the same time. I would like to let everyone know that of the 165 arrests by Page Police that weekend, ranging from drugs to sexual assault, NOT ONE motorcyclist or participant of the rally were involved. None of the bikers even received a traffic ticket during the weekend. Once again, we demonstrated to our communities that we are civic-minded, law-abiding citizens. So what’s on tap for next year? We’re already at the NA “war room” drawing board, putting together the 2012 Run to the Lake Rally. Our Northern Arizona District practices the motto “Always move forward, never backward.” Thank you, one and all, who came, helped out and had a good time! Mark your calendar next year – ride on up and enjoy the best wilderness country Arizona has to offer!
Like I said, this show was part of a 3 day festival held in downtown Mesa as a kickoff to the fall season. Mesa also has a “First Friday of the month” bike nite from 6-10 pm. So grab your jacket and head out cuz the mornings and evenings are starting to cool off and there are plenty of things to do, some of them are free. See Ya on the road!
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District Updates Red Mountain District Donna Woltman – District Manager This morning I realized that my DM Report was due to the editor. Again, I wondered what I should write about. I thought to myself write about what it means to ride or ride on the back, as in my case. You know like spending time with my husband Phil, wind in the hair, cool clean air blowing in my face and washing away all my stress. The great times spent with friends, brotherhood, and sisterhood --all of those things. It sure beats the hell out of staying home cleaning house or mowing the lawn. Over the years of riding, many friendships have been formed. Some friendships lasting a life time and others are a lifetime of memories from the moment you sit down next to each other at the local watering hole. Wow, now I am happy to be writing my report, I have a smile on my face and I’m thinking fun, happy thoughts. It’s Friday, the weather is great and I can’t wait to get back on the road for the weekend. “Let’s Ride, give us a call,” is what my text message will read later today. As I walk down Memory Lane, it takes me back to the time when I first started forming these friendships. I remember the first weekend trip, up north into the Pine Country. On the way back down the hill, we stopped at the Ox Bow in Payson (another memory). On that day, Phil and I were introduced to the MMA. We loved the idea and concept so much we signed up that day and have been active members since. On the ride back down the hill, the bunch of us stopped at Cactus Jacks for a little Karaoke. Who would have thought a bunch of bikers could sing like rock stars! The MMA -- what an organization filled with fun, laughter, memories, riding, friends, karaoke, travel and, oh yeah, motorcycle rights. About one month later, Bruce, one of the brothers that rode with us that day, died while riding his motorcycle home from work. I wish I could have gotten to know him better; but, at least I have the lifetime of memories of karaoke at Cactus Jacks. Since 2003, I have seen many other brothers and sisters go down riding. Anyone who rides know that this is an alltoo-often occurrence, and when it hits close to home, it is even harder. So what’s my point? I get you laughing, dreaming of the weekend and then crying about the loss of a brother. I suppose this is life and I guess we should all just move on -- because Life does and there is nothing we can do to stop it. My point is simple; we can do something about it. JOIN THE MMA or RENEW your membership today. Fight for the rights of those lost, almost-lost and for the right to continue to ride free. Someone losing his or her life to a person who just didn’t see their motorcycle isn’t right. The Red Mountain District mission is to grow in membership, support the cause and get the word out about Motorcycle Rights. I challenge you to take action, make a difference, join us at our meeting every 3rd Saturday of the month and be a part of the cure to the ever-growing numbers of the uninformed.
E agle District Jay Duett - Eagle District Communications Hello to all our Eagles out there -- what’s going on?So, to everyone who has been out of the loop, I will tell you what’s been happening. We have established a new business member: “Antars Sports Bistro” on Camelback, just east of the 101. Also we have voted in a new Sgt.-at-Arms -- Scot "One T" and he opened up for our last meeting in September, and I must say, he did a fine job. Moving on, everyone knows our major event is our Car and Bike Show twice a year. I need to see all of our membership planning events and getting out there doing something in between the two shows. When we first became a District, we were at least doing 4 events a year. The Eagles need to get back in the groove and go back to our 4 per year events. Let’s come up with some events that involve some actual bike-riding so we’re not sitting around in one spot all day. I love to see a good pack of bikes rolling down the street - it makes me say to myself “Wow! I wonder where they’re going?” as they roar down the road. I once again thank everyone who came out and helped with our Adopt-a Street /Clean Up this quarter. I believe there were 8 folks attending this round. If you are wondering what I’m talking about: “WE” -- the MMA EAGLE District -- have adopted a mile of Camelback from Loop 101 to 91st Ave.
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Mojo and the first 9 set it all up 2 years ago and made it possible to help support the community. Now, we have put our MMA name out there once again, with signs on the road for the public to see.
High Country
Now, I would like to say that we have got our nest back, Eagles! The old Chuy’s on 95th Ave. and Camelback has reopened as "Baja Loco" with the same concept as the former Chuy’s. It’s clean, has newly-remodeled features including a divider to separate families with kids from the bar – and, most of all, they have plenty of high top seating on the patio. Good job, Baja Loco! You will be seeing us there on Bike Nights, for sure!
Greetings from the High Country District, and I hope all are doing well. Seems like the tail end of this year has been much busier than usual for most of us. The last few months have been marked by tragedy, as well as what we hope will be triumph. The M.M.A has lost one of their most dedicated, beloved brothers with the passing of “Cinders.” Brother, may you ride in peace and know that you will always be with us.
I know we have quite a few members who go around to other district meetings throughout the month, but, I would like to see a lot more participation from all MMA Districts to support each other. It would be a good way to promote events as well as give a confidence boost and make the Districts fun again. Plus, we can feed off one another, just in-case we have missed something of importance.
In our district, as well as others, we have suffered heavy losses. I am not quite sure what to say about that -- but I know it has tempered my resolve more than ever as well as the resolve of the High Country District to get the message delivered to those that don’t know better or who simply refuse to understand. It is our right to be out on the roads of this state enjoying our freedoms just as all citizens do.
Let’s go out there be seen around the community, generate new memberships and support each other as one big valley-wide and state-wide MMA. With the weather breaking, we should be out promoting MMA and the fight for the Safety Rights that we deserve. Remember to be aware around you, use your foresight, and not speed through the intersections. We don’t know who is going to make that blind left hand turn in front of us. I recently found out that a driver who made a lethal left turn resulting in a bike smash was only fined an $88 traffic ticket. In such cases, the person on the bike – well, either they could be DOA or be stuck with hundreds of thousands of dollars in bills and damages. That means all of us. We will see everyone out and about -- have a good couple of months! "Spread Your Wings and Fly"
Leather District Cindy Gates - District Manager Well, it has been awhile since I have given a report for our District. Things with the Leather District are going great. The weather has started to change and what great riding weather it is. We just had our first run of the season: Monsoon Madness. We put this event on with the Limey Riders MC and Desert Thunder MC and we had a great turn-out. Met some new friends and got to see some old ones too. This past year, we have lost well-loved MMA brothers and sisters. From our own District, Jay lost his wife Cheryl, and he was injured. He is now home from the Rehab center but will be down for quite some time. Our own Brooklyn and James are both ok. And this past week, we lost TJ. She did not die in a crash, but had been sick ever since her last accident. TJ still came out to the meetings with her big smile. We will miss all those we lost this year. We are getting ready for the Holidays! We start off with Birds on Bikes. This run is always the Sunday before Thanksgiving. We came out with a new pin this year. smaller in size, but I think it is just as nice and of course all the money made will go to St. Vincent De Paul charity. If you would like to ride with us, please see flyer in the paper or check out the calendar of events on the MMA website. Don't forget the Leather District’s very famous Christmas Party with the White Elephant Gift Exchange on Saturday December10th. We will be also be putting together our annual 3 Ball Run to be held in January 2012. Stay tuned! I have already started work on the Freedom Beach Party in February 2012. This year we will Raffle off a $500.00 Visa card! Please check all updates on the MMA-AZ website. Ride Safe/Ride Free!
Grand Canyon District James Klever - District Manager Grand Canyon District had our monthly Sunday meeting, October 2nd. We did not have the turn-out that we would have liked to see, as we were hoping to elect some new officers and hopefully get Grand Canyon District back on track. I want to thank my ADM Wayne Rottman, Road Captain Ralph Kraske, and member Lisa Garner for taking the time to attend the meeting. We discussed the previous board meeting, and talked some about the progress of the AMSAF. I wanted to thank Northern Arizona District for the great time in Page, AZ. Though I didn't get to spend a lot of time at the event because of obligations to the Board, it seemed to be pretty successful and people said they had a lot of fun. Our thanks to acting MMA Chairman, "Hollywood", for a great meeting. I thought the meeting was one of the smoothest running BOD meetings I have attended, and we did not "Table" anything -- what a relief! I want to thank The Page Boy, and the Windy Mesa for their support and for providing us with such an awesome time.
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Larry Stroud - District Manager Ladies and not-so-Gentlemen,
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The true tragedy is the loss of those who fought for years to educate people to be aware, better drivers.
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The sad thing is many non-riders still believe that as motorcyclists we will suffer this burden of grief alone.
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The truth is -- our respective communities are the ones that shall suffer the most, not just those who ride.
As I have stated, our district has suffered tragedy, but I also said we have experienced triumph, as well.I’ve approached many prospective new members as well as old members whose Number One complaint has been that the MMA is all talk with little to no action, especially in our district. In response to this, the High Country District has taken a very aggressive approach to change this perception As District Manager, I am proud to announce the first Public Service announcement (to my knowledge) to be displayed in our MMA district. We met with Four Seasons LLC, the individuals who own the only electronic billboard in Prescott Valley. The billboard has great visibility from both directions of travel on Hwy 69, located in high traffic business area in town – and is an area of highway close to several sites where we have lost people recently. The electronic message MMA presents: “LOOK TWICE FOR MOTORCYCLES” -- a total of 61 times in an eight-hour period, seven days a week for at least the next year. We had hoped to get the artwork done and up-andrunning in time to get photos for this issue but it wasn’t possible; although, I believe they will have it up and operating by the time this issue is distributed. We will get photos and will try to get them submitted in the weekly MMA e-News, if possible. Our District is aggressively pursuing the placement of the sign project that Colin was working on at the time of his demise. So far, we have received some info from the powers that be. This may be much easier accomplished, even statewide, than what we thought. However, only time will tell if we have been given the keys to make this a success. If all goes well, we will begin the “Cinders MacDiarmid Awareness Sign Program.” We believed it wasn’t possible to getting the signs up in optimum locations., The Good Lord willing, I can think of no better way to honor Colin than to continue his many hours of groundwork and cultivating community relationships that are key to getting this and other projects accomplished. Making the public aware and hopefully save maybe one more family the tragic loss of a loved one just because he rode a motorcycle – that is our goal. Personally, I don’t feel we have time to wait while someone else reorganizes and manages to raise money to get these things done. They are well within our organizations reach at this point and the High Country district has stepped up. As small as we are, we chose to face these issues headon and get these things done. So far, the events of the last few months have made an impact with our local community leaders. They now understand our perspective and agree. We will know soon if our project goal will work, and we wait on pins and needles for word if the plan’s second phase will get the signs erected. Recently, we have had a surge of membership renewals, as well as a favorable showing of new members signing up. Our membership numbers grew by association with our local American Legion Post #78; so much has happened because of Post Commander Dusty Salmon’s helpful support. Many in both organizations have dual membership. I would like to offer a big thanks to Dusty as he is involved with every step of the Sign program, PSA, and always taking time to join us when meeting with public officials. Dusty understands the necessity of getting things done about awareness and safety, and has a skilled knowledge of the sign business. As busy as he is, Dusty is always there getting done what he can, sacrificing the time and resources. continued on page 17
Lady Rider Report
Pet Corner Dog Park Safety Tips Going Off Leash? B e On Guard
Comments and tips writen specifically for our female motorcycle riders and passengers. Val “Shorty” Bunce Leather District Communications & Activities
Submitted by Julie Cissne Off-leash dog parks are becoming increasingly popular in cities across the nation, & for good reason: they’re a great place to let your dog run around, play & socialize! But keep in mind, dogs will be dogs----which is why owners need to be extra vigilant about common dog park-related injuries and diseases.
Danderous Curves Lesson 5 – B iker Literacy
Dog Park Concerns:
The fact that you’re reading ‘The Motorcycle Patriot’ is already a good sign. With all the technology we have now, not many actually read anymore. Now I know it’s not for everyone, but just think back to when you were a kid and you got lost in a book. You can go anywhere and be anything through books. You can escape your everyday life and have an adventure. That’s why my next few articles are going to be about books I recommend for lady riders.
1. Sprains: Playful, excitable dogs are prone to accidents at the park---they can trip in a hole while running or maybe play a little too enthusiastically with a pal, resulting in sprained joints. Be sure to keep a watchful eye on your dog to avoid these types of incidents. 2. Lacerations: Sometimes even the friendliest wrestling match between dogs can turn into a tussle. Cuts & scratches are common dog park injuries, so keep your pooch away from aggressive dogs & look out for foreign objects like fallen branches that could cause harm while dogs are at play. 3. Toxins: Be aware of any chemicals used by park maintenance crews, like, snail bait or pesticides. If these chemicals are in use, visit another park or return another day. If you suspect that your dog has been in an area where chemical treatments have been used, clean his feet & legs thoroughly with soap & water, & watch carefully for signs of exposure.
This book I first read over 10 years ago, before I even started riding my own scooter. Being the “biker chick” among my non-biker friends, a long-time girlfriend bought it for me because the title caught her eye. I am SO glad she did!
4. Invaders: Regular flea & tick preventive treatment is critical for every dog, especially those that frequent dog parks. Also, be a good park patron by picking up after your dog & reminding others to do the same; internal parasites, viruses & bacteria can be easily transmitted by contact with fecal matter from other dogs.
The author is Joan Brady and the book is “God on a Harley; A Spiritual Fable”. It’s less than 150 pages and it’s very easy yet engaging reading. So much so, I’ve read the book cover to cover three times since it was given to me. I’ve found different ways to relate to the main character, Christine Moore, for over a decade. The basic premise of the book is the story of a woman who is not where she wants to be in life, and is slowly sinking into everyday burnout. That is, until she meets “Joe,” the handsome stranger on a Harley -- who encourages and sees her through major physical, spiritual and emotional changes in her life. The book is not preachy at all. You honestly will wonder if Joe is a real person or Christine’s embodiment of God. There’s humor, just enough romance, and certainly a lesson. I will leave you with the personal commandments from the book. These are what Joe spends 140+ pages teaching Christine. However, please, read the book. It’s fantastic! _________________________________________ 1. Do not build walls, for they are dangerous. Learn to transcend them. 2. Live in the moment, for each one is precious and not to be squandered. 3. Take care of yourself, first and foremost. 4. Drop the ego. Be real and watch what happens. 5. All things are possible all of the time. 6. Maintain Universal Flow. When someone gives, it is an act of generosity to receive. For in the giving there is something gained
High Country continued from page 16 Post #78 recently put on its first annual Poker and Quad Run to which we were not only invited to attend, but graciously were allowed to set up our MMA booth, free of charge. We met many new members of the biking community and spoke to them about our cause; this led to us signing up several new members, as well as spreading the message to neighbors who don’t ride. This was my first attendance at an event that mixed two different runs with both bikes and off-road vehicles. It was unique, to say the least; but, a good time was had by all! The event had a heck of feast with the Post serving shaved beef sandwiches with all the fixings for an early dinner, as well as live entertainment. Trust me, we will be back next year as long as we get the invite. I look forward to the next combined event, as it was well planned and executed, with everyone returning safely. We took some snapshots to show everyone, and hope next year we can get more MMA members to support this Legion Post’s event. All the money raised goes to help the families of wounded Vets, as well as the families whose Vets made the ultimate sacrifice. Remember: ‘Shiny side up!’ -- please stay safe and well until I see you again. See more district updates on our website at www.mmaaz.org
5. Overheating: No matter what time of year, always have plenty of water on hand to quench your dog’s thirst & prevent overheating. Be sure to take frequent water breaks so your dog can stay hydrated. If your dog shows any signs of overheating such as excessive panting, vomiting or sluggishness, contact a veterinarian immediately. 6. Please watch for signs that read: “Warning” THIS AREA CHEMICALLY TREATED KEEP CHILDREN & PETS OFF UNTIL DRY” Pet Poison HELP LINE 800-213-6680
RIDE Did you S.E.E. that?
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(88 feet per second x 4 seconds=352 feet), we find that the rider has travelled the distance greater than a football field. Looking at the effects of aging, we’ll definitely want to expand the time we allow for scanning our immediate path. We employ a twelve (12) second scanning ahead to identify potential hazards BEFORE they require an immediate reaction. When was the last time you had your vision checked? Can you see 12 seconds ahead?
As motorcyclists, one of the best tools we posses is our vision. The Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) created a simple yet powerful riding strategy to help us maximize the use of our vision: Search, Evaluate, Execute (S.E.E.). In this article, we’ll explore the SEARCH portion of S.E.E SEARCH: We are using our vision to scan aggressively to identify potentially dangerous situations. We are keeping our eyes moving to prevent target fixation and we are gathering information about the roadway, other motorists, and traffic markings.
At The Buzzer P SA Sign P ics From HighCountry!
We want to look four (4) seconds ahead for situations that require an immediate response like braking or swerving. This four second immediate path takes into account our ability to perceive a hazard, react to the hazard, and allow the motorcycle enough time to come to a complete stop. For example, if a motorcyclist is traveling at 60 mph or more specifically, 88 feet per second, the process of getting stopped before contacting a hazard might look something like this: •
Rider PERCEIVES a hazard: .75 to 1.25 seconds. As riders age beyond 35 years old, the ability to perceive can degrade as much as 10% for every additional decade or up to 1.7 seconds by age 65.
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Rider REACTS to the hazard: .4 to .75 seconds. The process of the rider reaching for the brakes ranges for riders.
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Rider BRAKES to completion: 2.5+ seconds. The amount of time it takes to stop varies greatly due to the technology available (ABS), condition of the motorcycle, and of course, riider skill.
Looking at this example, we can see how quickly our 4 Second Immediate Path is gobbled up. Doing the math
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Coming Together for NCOM Submitted by Steve “Muskrat” Musgrave Recently, I took a trip to Ignacio, Colorado, to attend the “Coming Together for NCOM” that takes place during the Ignacio Bike Week 2011. This year, the Conference took place at the Sun Ute Community Center and was attended by just over 200 very active members of the motorcycling community. Richard Lester, founder of AIM and NCOM, was the first to take the floor and speak on some of the current litigation taking place Nationwide in reference to confiscations, profiling and Fusion Centers. Fusion Centers were originally put in place as terrorism prevention and response centers. As with many other things put in place for our benefit and to help protect all of us, it seems Fusion Centers are now collecting data on all of us everywhere, for our protection of course. One of the very positive things to have come about in the recent past has been having ‘Double D’ of the Outsiders M/C out of Washington, with the help from the Washington COC, and the National Defenders Program staying vigilant in their pursuit to create Legislation against the profiling of motorcyclists in the State of Washington. Now that this has been accomplished, it is time for motorcyclists in other States to follow suit. We need to stay on top of the profiling situations currently being pushed out there on the rest of us and get something done about it. This will work in Arizona by first finding an individual in our motorcycling community who can be our spokesman -someone who can skillfully research our current legislation and be able to sift through all input from DPS/police video, private documentation and verbal communications from any and all profiling stops. The ideal spokesman will articulate and communicate precisely how we are being profiled, and then be able to get remedial results with the help of our Legislators. The next step is to organize the movement, by asking as many people as possible to document their DPS/police stops and make individual requests for the information obtained during those stops, as public disclosure requests covered by the State Public Records Disclosure Act. The Outsiders M/C put together an educational video documenting their efforts via specific audio and video procured through typical profiling stops. The video included: interviews with members of the Washington motorcycling community that were personally involved in the stops and sometimes arrested for noncompliance with what some of Washington State Officers were demanding incorrectly doing those stops. We also heard from Wade Eldridge, the AIM attorney from Colorado on search and seizure rights issues, and what you should actually do and NOT do when being pulled over and asked to do a song and dance by the roadside. His advice was to do nothing, but in a calm and respectful way. It is being filmed. It is actually NOT necessary to do anything by the roadside. Wade went on to say that all of the info obtained against you usually does not work out in your favor, so, “Just Say NO!” Please consult a biker-friendly attorney, a friend in law enforcement or legal aid IF you are in any doubt about your roadside rights --- BEFORE you ride. Next event for me will be the NCOM Board of Directors Meeting in Indianapolis, Indiana, this upcoming November; hopefully, I’ll gain more important info that I can pass along to our MMA membership.
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. 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. ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Complete and mail to: MMA of Arizona PMB 138 P.O. Box 30280 Phoenix, Az. 85046-0280
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NAME OF ESTABLISHMENT: __________________________________ BUSINESS PHONE (with area code): __________________________________ BUSINESS - FULL ADDRESS: ___________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ NAME / POSITION OF PERSON ENFORCING POLICY: ________________ ________________________________________________________ WRITTEN STATEMENT OF DISCRIMINATION (use back if needed): _____ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ YOUR NAME (please print): ______________________________________ YOUR PHONE (with area code): __________________________________ YOUR SIGNATURE: ____________________________________________ *** INCLUDE ANY PICTURES OF DISCRIMINATING SIGNS POSTED *** Mail To: Ray Fitzgerald 1634 West Pine Cone Way Prescott, Arizona 86303
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Biker Vittles Tips from the table of the ‘ Vittles K ing’ Deadline for your submissions will be December 3, 2011. Send them to bikerfood@mma-az.org. Tis the holiday season once again. My, 2011 has just flown by! Once again it’s time for some holiday food recipes…I believe this is where I started a year ago. So let’s see what’s on the menu. The first recipe is a must for any large biker gathering any time of year, next are a few easy munchie recipes for the hollidays
A Biker's Christmas Poem Unknown Twas the night before Christmas, and all 'round the pad,there was nada happenin', and that's nowhere, Dad.The stove was dressed out in that stocking routine,In hopes that the Fat Boy would soon make the scene. With our bellies all stuffed full of tacos and beer, me and the bride hit the couch for some cheer. When out in the yard there arose such a racket, I ran for the door pulling on my old jacket. I saw this old geezer on a '57 Pan, wearin' boots and black leather, a real biker man. His eyes how they twinkled under eyebrows so thick,I knew right away this dude was Saint Nick.
E lephant Stew makes 3800 servings 1 elephant Brown gravy Salt and pepper to taste 2 rabbits Cut elephant into bite size pieces (this will take about 4 months}. Cook over kerosene at 525 degrees until tender (about 5 months) Add salt and pepper and cover with brown gravy. This will serve 3800 people. If more are expected, add 2 rabbits. Do this only if absolutely necessary as most people do not like to find hare in their food…..just checking to see if you really read the food section!
Snickerdoodles 1 cup butter or shortening 1-1/2 cups granulated sugar 2 large eggs 2-3/4 cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons cream of tartar 1 teaspoons baking soda cinnamon and sugar mixed to taste (about 1/4 cup sugar to 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon is a good mixture) Preheat oven to 400F. Mix together butter and sugar until smooth, then add eggs, cream of tartar, and baking soda. Stir in flour until well mixed. Roll into balls about 1" in diameter and roll in cinnamon and sugar to coat. Place on ungreased cookie sheets and bake 8-10 minutes. Cookies are done when they are just barely browning.
B iker B ourbon B alls 2-1/2 c finely crushed Nilla Vanilla wafer crumbs 2 Tbsp sifted cocoa 1-1/2 c sifted powdered sugar, divided 1 c finely chopped walnuts or pecans 1/3 to 1/2 c bourbon or spiced rum 3 Tbsp white corn syrup
"'Scuse me, Brother," his voice how it rumbled down low "Have you got some spare wrenches? My scooter won't go." "I was flyin' along when she started to get hot, then she sputtered and coughed, and died on the spot." That bike was all covered with stuffed leather bags, holding brightly wrapped presents with ribbons and tags. Saint Nick he was frantic, his face wore a frown. "The children are waiting. I can't let them down." I said, "Wheel it in Man! We'll gat that Pan tickin' we've got leftover tacos, if you don't mind chicken. "If we can't get it running in an hour or so, you can borrow MY bike -- just load it and go." So we pushed it on in and unhitched the load, I could fix what was busted and he'd be back on the road. As I puzzled and muttered over that righteous ride, he scuffed on the doormat and went on inside. He was back in a flash, tacos piled on a plate, and a glass of skim milk that he sipped as he ate. "It started to clatter," he said round a bite. "It started to miss, then it just quit outright." "It's just been rebuilt from the frame up this year, but I guess it's a good thing that I broke down here. From the looks of the sleds that are lined up out back,you're a man with the skill to put me back on track."
In a medium bowl, combine crumbs, cocoa, 1 cup powdered sugar and nuts. Mix well. Add bourbon and corn syrup; mix well with fork until crumb mixture is evenly wet. Shape into 1-inch balls; then roll in remaining powdered sugar. Store in loosely covered container to mellow, about 23 days. Will keep several weeks. Makes about 3-1/2 dozen balls.
"You're good to go now," I said wiping my hands, it was a guick fix, you can get on with your plans. A plug wire got snagged and pulled off, don't you see, so when you get on, be careful where you put your knee."
Apple Dum p Cake
We put the bags on and he zipped up his jacket. then he kicked it to life with a rumble - not a racket. He settled his cap and said, "Say, would you mind -If I road-test this pig, to make sure that she's fine?"
2 cans apple pie filling 1 yellow box cake mix (or spice cake) 2 sticks butter ½ cup chopped pecans (optional)
Flames shot from the pipes as he sped down the street, then back by he came and that bike sounded sweet. The pulled up the bars on that Pan hung with sacks, and that bike hit the roof like it was running on tracks.
In a 9 x 13 inch oblong cake pan (ungreased); put in 2 cans of apple pie filling. Nuts, if using, next. Dump yellow cake mix on top of pie filling, then slice butter into pats and place evenly on top of cake mix. Place in a preheated 350 degree oven for 50 minutes or longer for desired brownness
I couldn't help staring as he shifted the tranny but I had to go in -- I was freezing my fanny. When down through the chimney he fell with a crash, and out of the woodstove he came dragging his stash.
Unitil Next Year
Totally Useless Information Christmas Trivia Q: How much does the average American family spend on Christmas gifts? A: The average American family spends about $800 on Christmas gifts every year. Q: How many Christmas trees are sold each year? A: Thirty-seven million fresh Christmas trees are sold each year. Q: What state first recognized Christmas as an official holiday? A: Alabama was the first state to recognize Christmas as an official holiday, starting in 1836. Q: How many candy canes are made each year? A: More than 1.76 billion candy canes are made annually for the Christmas season. Q: Why do Barnum's animal crackers have a string handle? A: Barnum's animal crackers in the circusthemed box were designed with a string handle so they could hang on a Christmas tree. Q: What are sugarplums? A: Sugarplums are actually chocolate candies with cream or fruit preserves Q: Why are candy canes bent? A: In 1670, a choirmaster in Cologne, Germany, bent the ends to resemble a shepherd's staff and handed them out to children during church services to keep them quiet. In the early 1900s, candy canes acquired their famous stripes. Q: Why do people eat mincemeat pie on Christmas? A: This dates back to the 16th century. Traditionally, it was thought that eating a small pie on each of the 12 days of Christmas would bring good luck in the New Year.
Fun Facts - People do not get sick from cold weather; it's from being indoors a lot more. - When you sneeze, all bodily functions stop ... even your heart! - The average person over fifty will have spent 5 years waiting in lines.
With a twinkling eye he passed out the loot, a new jacket for her and some parts for my scoot. He patted her cheek and then shook my hand, spun on his heel and up the stovepipe he ran. From up on the roof came a great peel of thunder, as that mighty V-twin tore the silence asunder. As he roared into the night, he waved and he cried, Happy Yule to all, and to all a good ride."
- 40,000 Americans are injured by toilets each year. - The average computer user blinks 7 times a minute. - The first Harley Davidson motorcycle built in 1903 used a tomato can for a carburetor. - If coloring weren't added to Coca-Cola, it would be green - Rubber bands last longer when refrigerated. - Peanuts are one of the ingredients of dynamite. - There are 293 ways to make change for a dollar. - There are more chickens than people in the world.- - On a Canadian two dollar bill, the flag flying over the Parliament building is an American flag. - All of the clocks in the movie "Pulp Fiction" are stuck on 4:20 - In England, the Speaker of the House is not allowed to speak.(hmmm we should consider that)
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