A P ublication of the Modified Motorcycle Association of Arizona Septem ber/October 2014
What is Happening at the Copper Dome?
Bikers for Paws -2nd Annual Event Pictures on Page 10
Attention All Motorcyclists URGENT - the Motorcycle Lobby Team needs your help in finding any and all restricted Left Turn Lanes, at intersections that do NOT detect a motorcycle!!! We are in the process of building a case for possible legislation to allow a Left On Red for motorcycles, if we find there is a need for this in Arizona. We are currently working with many of the major Public Works Departments and will be contacting them to address each and every individual 'VALID'occurance, as we are made aware of with them.
Here is what we need all of you to do: • Publish this entire request for help wherever you can • When you come upon an intersection that has this issue, you will need to do ALL of the following BEFORE contacting one of the Motorcycle Lobby Team members: 1 Test it out more than once or twice to be sure it is a 'VALID' problem before we will contact Public Works. 2 DO NOT just give us the coordinates of the intersection. We need Specifics. Which direction N/S/E/W were you going, on which street and which direction N/S/E/W were you attempting to turn onto and the name of that street. We will need the Dates & Timeframe of all occurrences, as video can work differently from night to day. What is the name of the City the light is in. If there are two left turn lanes, which one were you in, Left or Right. If it was not a Left Turn but the Green Light failed to detect you, we need to know that as well.
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MMA Investment Update Submitted by Tom Coor
In case you did not know or have not heard -- here’s an update on the investment the MMA made to fund and start AMSAF. In July of 2014 AMSAF was awarded a $150,000 grant from the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (AZGOHS) and the Arizona Motorcycle Safety Advisory Council (AMSAC). The grant, demonstrates support for AMSAF’s mission of boosting awareness of motorcyclists while reducing rider fatalities. The grant monies earmarked to provide motorcycle rider training classes to the public through a scholarship program, allows any Arizona resident to apply for, and receive, motorcycle training at a fraction of the cost. A basic rider’s course can cost a motorcyclist in Arizona up to $300; however, the AMSAF scholarship enables riders to obtain necessary safety training with a minimal out-of-pocket investment: a $50 non-refundable co-pay. Every Arizona motorcycle rider or potential rider is eligible to receive the AMSAF scholarship, and can apply by visiting AMSAF online at www.AMSAF.org. Demonstrating the successful completion of a rider’s skill course, or passing the in-person skills test, is required to earn the (M) motorcycle endorsement on an Arizona state driver’s license. Additionally, many major insurance companies will offer insurance policy discounts for riders that have completed a safety and training course.
If you would like the Motorcycle Patriot delivered to your home, fill out our membership form contained inside this issue.
The basic rider course (BRC) is a perfect fit for new riders seeking a motorcycle endorsement or for any rider who wants to freshen up their skills.
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The program was announced on July 28th and at the time of this writing on August 7th, AMSAF has been flooded with applications. In just 10 short days AMSAF received 600 applicants. Every individual who signs will get a promo code and each individual has 7 days to register from when they get the letter and the course needs to be completed by September 30th per their letter as mandated by the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (AZGOHS). On the outside it seems pretty cut and dry, however as a footnote to the above paragraph, the $150,000 is a huge process responsibility to AMSAF. That is why promo codes are issued and courses need to be completed by the September 30 date. This is an experimental program that could set the ground work for other states to follow suit. AZGOHS and AMSAC provided the seed money for this Scholarship program that AMSAF designed. AMSAC's goal is to continue this Continued page 8
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Inside This Issue: MMA of Arizona Listings ..................................2 State Membership Information ........................3 Chairmans report..............................................4 MMA of Arizona Event Calendar ...............6 & 7 Editor’s Space ...................................................9 Event Pics and Articles..........................10 & 11 Business Member Listing ..............................12 M.A.P................................................................15 Pet Corner .......................................................16 Biker Vittles .....................................................19
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MMA of Arizona District Contacts Casa Grande District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Steve "Muskrat" Musgrave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .520.371.1735. . . . . . . . . SMUSBLULGT@aol.com Nicholos Brown 520-840-9141 Nick.HFFH @ Gmail.com Eagle District Cherie “Ruby” Dubrow 623.328.7255 cheriedubrow@yahoo.com Steve “Tuffy” Belzer 602.399.2325 tuffy_56@hotmail.com Leather District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cindy Gates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .623.635.5569. . . . . . . . . cgates0617@yahoo.com Lee “Snakebite” Gonzales 623.693.4932 justbiteme2010@yahoo.com Northern Arizona District . . . . . . . . . . . .Jim “Redneck” Blair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .928.660.0656. . . . . . . . . redneck@ourranch.com Red Mountain District . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Joann Pilger-Letzin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .480-968-5644 . . . . . . . . jletzin@msn.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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Robert Gomez . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .928.821.5547 . . . . . . . . mmaverdevalley@yahoo Bob 'Sponge Bob' Gates 928.274.0508 bobgates@sedona.net White Mountain District . . . . . . . . . . . . .Carlene Hulsey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .928.245.8888. . . . . . . . . carlene1duda@hotmail.com Bill "Wild Bill" Hulsey 928.245.8888 wildbill4mma@gmail.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 Bob Gates
Howard Gelman James Gonzales Lee Gonzales Mary Hart Bobbi Hartmann Ed “Hollywood” Holyoak Becca “Vine” Holyoak Joseph Hoodak Ray “Rayman” Huston
Tambria Kirk-Huston Teri Kelley* Butch Kirkham Carl Letzin Joanne Letzin “Pipe” Loomis Stony Monday Steve "Muskrat" Musgrave Janie Picciano
Tony Picciano Mike Shearhart Willie Shearhart Edward “Jersey” Smith Betty McDonald-Swinford CJ Swinford Wes Sellards
MMA of Arizona Life Membership Casa Grande District Tom Corr Eddie Davis Steve Musgrave Carol Myers
Edward Smith Ron Spirlock Garry Thurston Kris Wall Michael Wendt
Cochise District Jon V. Everett Kresent Gurtler Ernie Harris Thom Ihli David Leabo Phyllis Rimmer Betty Rodriguez
Northern Arizona District Larry Evans Joseph Harris Bill Justice Marie Justice Renee Lippert Steve”Limey” Lippert Eddie Lovato
Eagle District Julie Cissne Kimberly Cole Cherie Dubrow Billy “Desperado” Larson George Graham Ray Houston Eufemio Polanco Gene Mummet Earl Rigby Scot Williamson Wesley Strait Michael Vigorito
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
Grand Canyon District Stephen Briggs High Country District Marlin Kussler Colin MacDiarmid* Stony Monday Leather Debbie Basher 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
Red Mountain District Mike “Maddog” Bennett James Cionci Debra Donaldson Bob Gumfory Glen Koepke
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Trish McElyea Mike Shearhart Willie Shearhart Carl Letzin Joanne Pilger-Letzin Michelle Wirth-Packer Rim Country District Ed “Hollywood” Holyoak Becca Holyoak Ruth Lewis Roger Ogborn 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 Bob Gates 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” MacDiarmidChairman* Tom Coor - Chairman Co-Founders of MMA-AZ Joe Eggleston, Esq.* AIM Attorney Richard Lester, Esq. AIM Attorney * In Memoriam
MMA of Arizona District Meeting Times & Locations Casa Grande 1st Sunday 11am Airport Tavern 1801 N Pinal Ave Casa Grande, AZ
Red Mountain3rd Sunday at 10 am
Tri City Eagles 1712 W Broadway Mesa, AZ
Eagle 3rd Sunday at 9:30am Baca Loco (old Chuy’s) 5134 N. 95th Ave. Glendale, AZ
White Mountain 1st Sunday at 1pm American Legion Post 30 825 East Main Street Springerville,AZ
Rim Country 2nd Sunday at 9 am Flying Grizzly 5079 AZ 87 Strawberry, AZ
Leather 2nd Saturday at 10 am Charley’s Place 4324 W. Thunderbird Rd. Glendale, AZ
Northern Arizona Page, AZ Meeting times vary month to month. For next meeting Date, Time and Place Please call Jim 435-675-3728 or Renee 928-640-1168
Verde Valley 2nd Sunday at 9am Nate’s Cowboy Cafe 1481 Highway 89A Clarkdale, AZ Come Early for Breakfast!
MMA of Arizona Membership Join and support the Modified Motorcycle Association of Arizona Use the membership form and mail it together with your check or money order. Make payable to MMA of Arizona and send to the address below. You may also fill out and print our membership form online or use our electronic registration service and a credit card at www.mma-az.org.
What is the MMA MMA is a Motorcyclists Rights Organization (MRO) comprised of motorcyclists and motorcycle enthusiasts who are concerned with the future, safety, and welfare of motorcycling. We are a non-profit, educational organization dedicated to improving the social atmosphere that surrounds motorcyclists, and protecting the individual freedoms of citizens. We are an association that lobbies and educates the government and the general public to promote motorcycling in a safe and positive image. When you become a member of the MMA of Arizona, you make a difference in the ongoing mission to protect your right to ride and enjoy the motorcycle of your choice, your choice of riding apparel, and when and where you can ride a motorcycle. These issues are real and present in today’s “protect yourself from yourself” political environment. This holds true for all levels of government. At the state level we have a lobbyist who regularly visits our state capital to lobby our legislators on the issues concerning the motorcyclists in Arizona. On the national level we are aligned with the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM), and several other motorcycle rights organizations. Memberships are open to anyone regardless of what type of motorcycle you ride, if any. All memberships include: The Motorcycle Patriot Newsletter, Membership Card, $3000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment Benefit, Event Updates, Voting Guides, and the ability to interact with some of the most politically active motorcyclists in the state of Arizona. The MMA of Arizona needs the support of all motorcycle riders and we hope you will consider joining this dedicated organization.
Please join us in the cause to protect your rights.
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NCOM BIKER NEWSBYTES
Administrative Law agreed, and told the CHP to take down the guidelines, now removed since July 7th.
Compiled & Edited by Bill Bish National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM)
CONGR E SS E XTE NDS HIGHWAY TR UST FUND Acting hours before the government was set to cut payments to states for highway and mass-transit projects, Congress engineered a $10.8 billion short-term funding patch to keep the Highway Trust Fund solvent through next May. Following several delays, the Senate approved a Housedrafted highway bill just ahead of a midnight August 1st deadline to keep federal money flowing even though the HTF has nearly exhausted its reserves because fuel taxes haven't kept up with spending. The federal gas tax of 18.4 cents a gallon, which helps finance the trust fund, has remained unchanged since 1993, and drivers have increasingly turned to more fuel-efficient cars and highermileage motorcycles. But the issue is far from resolved, as lawmakers failed to reach a long-term solution to pay for federally funded transportation projects and gives President Barack Obama occasion to promote his ideal transportation measure; the “GROW AMERICA Act”; a $302 billion fouryear surface transportation reauthorization proposal which happens to include a push for mandatory motorcycle helmet laws nationwide: “Title IV — Highway And Motor Vehicle Safety,” SEC. 4004: Amendment to Motorcyclist Safety Grant Criteria, the GROW AMERICA Act would amend Section 405(f) of title 23, United States Code by inserting the following: “SUPPORT ACTIVITY — The (Transportation) Secretary or the Secretary’s designee may engage in activities with States and State legislators to consider proposals related to motorcycle helmet use laws.” While the temporary fix will kick the debate into next year, after the November elections and the swearing in of a new Congress, don’t wait to contact your Senators and Representatives to let them know where you stand!
SE LF-DR IVING CAR S JUST AR OUND THE COR NE R Cars that drive themselves are almost here. They’ll be for sale in 2020, if not earlier. “Prototypes have shown that the technology works," according to The Kiplinger Letter, a business bulletin passed along to NCOM by A.I.M. Attorney Ralph C. Buss, “and major automakers are racing to commercialize it.” The shift to “autonomy” has already begun. Cameras, radar sensors and tiny computers let a growing number of new models park themselves, brake automatically, or take the wheel when drivers stray from their lanes. Think of it as cruise control that navigates, and never gets tired or distracted. Automakers are just getting started…advances likely in the next few years: brighter headlights that’ll double as sensors to gauge following distances and detect obstacles ahead; software with artificial intelligence to control the car and anticipate other drivers’ actions; new cameras capable of “seeing” lane dividers through snow or fog.
Since the CHP’s decision to remove the guidelines, motorcycle safety experts and motorcycling organizations have stepped up to voice their concerns about the future of lane-splitting, which supporters contend decreases traffic and helps motorcyclists’ avoid overheating, and increases rider safety by reducing the number of accidents involving motorcycles hit from behind while stuck in traffic jams.
AUSTR ALIAN “B IK IE S” SCOR E TAXP AYE R -FUNDE D WAR CHE ST Queensland ‘bikies’ will have nearly $180,000 in taxpayer money to fight the state’s tough criminal motorcycle gang laws after a landmark High Court decision ordering the South Australian government to pay the Mongols MC $178,000 in legal costs after losing a high-profile court battle four years ago to banish gangs from its borders. Bikie sources told the Gold Coast Bulletin that the money would be tipped straight into the bid to challenge the Vicious and Lawless Association Disestablishment laws pushed through by the Newman Gov’t. After covering legal bills, any remainder would go into a “fighting fund” to challenge similar laws being used in Queensland and NSW. In 2010, SA’s so-called “bikie gangs” -- including the Finks, who later became the Mongols -- formed a united front to challenge the state’s anti-association laws in the High Court. The High Court ruled the laws obliged the state’s courts to impose control orders on bikies at the request of the Attorney-General and police, without any evidence. It dubbed the legislation “constitutionally repugnant” and said it undermined the independence of judges and forced them to find guilt “based on assumptions.”
MOTOR B IK E R S IN NOR TH K OR E A OR DE R E D TO P AR K TO SAVE FUE L It is no secret that North Korea suffers chronic shortages of fuel, but now the scarcity has claimed a new class of victims: motorbike riders. Following a drop in oil imports from China, North Korean authorities have cracked down on private motorbike use in order to conserve fuel for military and government officials. The new restrictions come just as motorbikes have been emerging as the next stage in the evolution of vehicular transport in North Korea, much as they had in other parts of Asia decades ago. Motorcycle ownership is widely considered a status symbol in North Korea, where most people still travel on foot. Many motorbike owners supplement their income by using them as taxis. The restrictions could not be independently verified and have not been reported in North Korea’s own state-run press, but the DailyNK website specializing in North Korean news said the restrictions ban private motorbike use except in the morning commute and at night, and that violators risked confiscation of their vehicles. Even before the new restrictions on motorbikes, riders faced hazards peculiar to North Korea’s authoritarian
Though fatalities are on the decline, 30,000 people still die in accidents each year, mostly caused by human error. While not foolproof, safety advocates believe electronics and software can slash accident rates, and fewer accidents and less damage will lead to lower insurance premiums. Traffic experts also predict an economic boon, as autopilot software lifts productivity by allowing workers to do more while commuting, can keep older workers on the job longer, and lets more people work farther away by making long commutes less tedious as the car does most of the driving and coordinates with other self-driving cars to avoid traffic jams even in congested environments. Lest motorcyclists feel left out of the mix, Google recently requested permission in California to test riderless motorcycles on public roads. A prototype motorcycle that balances and steers without a rider has already been built by Google engineers.
SP LITTING CONTR OVE R SY California is the only state in the nation that does not outlaw the practice of lane-splitting, in which motorcyclists use the space between lanes when traffic is slow or has stopped. Though not “legal,” neither is the practice illegal, and until now the California Department of Motor Vehicles and the California Highway Patrol were encouraging riders to do it safely and recently even published online guidelines for safe tactics to minimize the risk of accident. But now the CHP has come under fire from a state employee who charged the police agency had exceeded its authority by recommending lane splitting. The Office of
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system -- long-distance travel permit requirements, decrepit roads, an unpredictable black-market for gasoline and petty corruption among the police including stopping motorbikers just to extort their gasoline.
B OOB YTR AP S FOUND ON OFF-R OAD TR AILS Federal authorities in Arizona are warning off-highwayvehicle riders to be wary of trails in the Coconino National Forest near Happy Jack, Ariz., where trail riders have reported the tires of their all-terrain vehicles and off-road motorcycles were punctured by rebar spikes, sharpened and partially buried in trails heavily used by responsible enthusiasts and their families. No injuries have been reported, but the sabotage endangers riders, hikers and even animals. "The end of the rebar has been flattened and sharpened to a point, and the exposed point has been painted to blend in with the road surface," Mogollon Rim District Ranger Linda Wadleigh said in a statement. The rebar was placed in areas frequented by off-highway vehicles, but "The objects pose a serious threat to everyone, and that doesn't just mean people recreating on a motorcycle or OHV, it includes people walking, hiking and even wildlife. We are taking this very seriously and asking the public to keep an eye out and report suspicious activity in the area." In related news, vandals have placed spiked strips along trails in Colorado in the Pike National Forest, burying the devices along trails used by off-road enthusiasts to cause flat tires and immobilize off-highway vehicles. Anyone with information is urged to call the Forest Service Law Enforcement Tip Line at (303) 275-5266.
STUR GIS HALL OF FAME CLASS OF 2014 The Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame is designed to recognize individuals or groups who have made a long term positive impact on the motorcycle community, and The Freedom Fighters Hall of Fame recognizes the commitment and sacrifices individuals across the nation, and world, have made to protect the rights of motorcyclists. For 2014, Deb “Tiger” Chandler was recently inducted into the Freedom Fighters HoF in ceremonies held August 6th at The Lodge in Deadwood during Sturgis Bike Week: “In partnership with the Colorado Confederation of Clubs (CCOC), she assumed the role of Colorado Commander of the Coalition of Independent Riders – a registration of independent riders. Tiger has worked tirelessly through the state legislature to address issues of importance to motorcyclists in Colorado including funding for beginning rider training and alcohol interlocking devices for motorcycles. She has also been instrumental in implementing a Biker Day at the Capital in Colorado as a means of opening dialog between bikers and legislators.” In addition, six others were named to the Sturgis Motorcycle Hall of Fame: Clyde Fessler of HarleyDavidson, Jesse Jurrens of Legend Suspensions, daredevil Jay “Lightnin’” Bentley, bike-builder Keith Terry of Baggster LLC, drag racer Bonnie Truett of Truett and Osborn, and custom builder Paul Yaffe of Bagger Nation.
Women In Motorcycling
WE IR D NE WS: TE E N FAK E S R OB B E R Y TO B UY MOTOR CYCLE
Written by Michelle Walle From motorcyclesandwomen.com
The desire to own a motorcycle drove a minor to stage an armed robbery and even inflict wounds on himself to make it look convincing. The Pune Cantonment police in India detained a 17-year-old boy for stealing Rs 1.27 lakh from his employer and later staging an armed robbery. Investigations revealed that the minor staged the robbery as he wanted to buy a motorcycle. A police inspector said the boy was working in Sankla's travel agency. "On Saturday morning, Sankla gave the boy Rs 1.27 lakh and told him to deposit the money in the bank. However, the boy returned after some time with torn clothes and cuts on his wrists. He told (owner) Sankla that some unidentified persons stopped him while he was on his way to the bank, attacked him and snatched the cash from him before fleeing." The proprietor rushed to the police station with the boy, where the inspector later noted: "I became suspicious as the cuts on the boy's wrists looked self-inflicted. Moreover, he was unable to give proper description of the robbers. We then detained the boy and during sustained interrogation, he admitted that he had staged the robbery because the boy said he wanted to buy a motorcycle and, therefore, hatched the plot."
THE TALIB AN E NDOR SE S HONDA Taliban-published Azan magazine is quick to condemn America, but loves the Honda CG125. They say there’s no such thing as bad publicity, but Honda can’t be too pleased with the rave review it received from “Azan,” a quarterly magazine published by the Taliban. An English-language publication, “Azan” is radical propaganda intended to recruit disillusioned Muslims. The cover story for its third issue dealt with how to leave your life behind to join in the Jihad against the West, but buried in the pages of the issue was a full page spread titled “Steeds of War” that highlights the virtues of Honda’s CG125 as a vehicle of choice for the Mujahideen. “All Praise is due to Allah Who has made the Crusaders flee with a humilating defeat at the hands of the Mujahideen who have so little resources compared to them. We, the Mujahidin, have won the war with HONDA 125s valued at around $700,” the magazine boasts
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Famous Women Motorcycle Riders Although a traditionally male-dominated activity and sport, women have been pioneers in female motorcycle riding since the 1900s, and more women continue to become involved in riding either as a recreation or in professional racing. According to the Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC), one out of 10 motorcycle owners are female, and there are approximately 4.5 million women riders. Famous historical women motorcyclists promoted riding by proving to be gender and cultural revolutionaries, and paving the way for women today to enjoy the freedom of riding, which only the motorcycle can provide. Augusta and Adeline Van Buren- First Women to Make the Transcontinental Journey Born in New York in the 1880s, the two sisters became pioneers in women’s motorcycle riding by breaking gender misconceptions and social boundaries for future women to follow. Hoping to become dispatch riders during World War I, they decided to become the world’s first women to ride motorcycles across North America, and they did. In 1916, they began their journey in Brooklyn, New York, on Indian Power Plus motorcycles. Their trek west took them to Colorado Springs, Colorado where they became the first women to summit Pikes Peak on any kind of motorized vehicle. Although their applications to become dispatch riders was rejected, they finished their two month, 3,300 mile trip in Los Angeles, California, on September 8th and became the first women motorcycle riders to ride solo on two bikes. Bessie Stringfield-Founder of the Iron horse Motorcycle Club At 16 years of age, Bessie Stringfied was an African American woman who became instrumental in transforming gender and racial biases aboard her first bike, a 1928 Indian Scout. At 19, she tossed a penny over a map to see where it landed, which consequently led to her riding through the lower 48 states. During the 1930s and 1940s, Stringfield took eight crosscountry, long-distance solo motorcycle rides, which took her through the Deep South during a time of extreme racial prejudice. During the Second World War, she became the first female civilian motorcycle dispatch rider, using her own blue Harley carrying documents between U.S. Army military bases. Stringfield went on to becoming founder of the Iron Horse Motorcycle club and winning a flat track race disguised as a man although she was denied the prize when she removed her helmet. Dorothy "Dot" Robinson-First Woman to Win an AMA National Competition Born in Australia in 1912, Dot Robinson, the “First Lady of Motorcycling,” led the way for future female professionally competitive motorcycle riders. Since her family owned a motorcycle dealership, she grew up around motorcycles and began riding at an early age. Dot won her first trophy in 1930 at the Flint 100 Endurance race. She became the first woman to win a national American Motorcycle Association (AMA)
competition during the famous Jack Pine National Endurance Championship sidecar class race in Michigan in 1934. During the 1930s, she either placed or won more than 50 endurance motorcycle competitions against men, since there wasn’t a designated women’s class until the 1960s. Together with her lifelong friend and fellow motorcyclist, Linda Dugeau, Robinson founded the Motor Maids in 1940, which is the first and oldest North American women’s motorcycling organization. The AMA issued the Motor Maids an official charter in 1941, enabling it to become the first organized U.S. women’s official motorcycle club, thereby uniting women motorcycle riders across the country and inspiring them to undertake the sport. Dot was subsequently inducted into the Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame. Kerry Kleid- First Woman to hold an AMA Professional Racing License Kerry Kleid opened the doors for professional women motocross riders by becoming the first woman to possess an AMA professional motocross license, as well as being inducted into the AMA Hall of Fame. She applied for the license in the 1970s so that she could enter an all-male racing competition. Although her request was initially denied, she eventually received the license, and consequently succeeded in progressing from the novice to expert class in less than a year at the age of 21. Kleid was also a highly respected member of the Metropolitan Sports Committee (MSC). Louise Scherbyn- Founder of the Women’s International Motorcycle Association (WIMA) Louise Scherbyn rode throughout the United States and Canada, and was reported as being the first American woman to reach the Timagami Forest of Canada in 1937, paved mostly by dirt and gravel roads. She served as an associate editor for a motorcycle publication and was active in the AMA, the Canadian Motorcycle Association, British Pathfinders Club and the Motor Maids. During World War II, Scherbyn began corresponding with women from all over the world, which led to the formation of the Women’s International Motorcycle Association (WIMA) by her in the 1950s. The organization was established to connect women motorcyclists worldwide, and has grown to become the largest women’s global motorcycle organization. Scherbyn donated her motorcycle and riding memorabilia to the Indian Motorcycle Museum in Springfield, Missouri. Theresa Wallach- First Woman to Own her Own Motorcycle Business. Born in 1909 in London, Theresa Wallach was a pioneering female motorcyclist who had a lifelong interest in motorcycles, which included being a military dispatch rider during World War II, racer, riding school instructor, and a motorcycle mechanic and a dealer who specialized in British models. Wallach was rejected as a member of a local motorcycle riding club, so she began competing in racing competitions to win trophies so that she could prove herself alongside her male counterparts. Through her enduring devotion to the sport and her unwillingness to conform to preconceived notions, she overcame numerous obstacles and paved Continued Pag 16
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MMA of Arizona Calendar of Events
To submit event information please contact MMA of AZ State Event Officer by phone at 623.695.5659 or Email activities@mma-az.org
Sat – Septem ber 27th – Glendale Westside Real Estate Agents Give Back to Support Our Arizona Military! Proceeds to benefit local Military Charities! 2, 3 or 4 wheels are all welcome. Registration starts at 8am, Kickstands up at 9:30am $20 single, $30 couple. End of Run party is at Sage and Sand, 13831 W Glendale Ave. with awards, plaques, raffles, 50/50, music, food, jello shots and a wet t-shirt contest. See Flyer this page.
Sat – Septem ber 27th – Casa Grande Back To School Fun Run. Start: Palo Verde Elementary School 40 N. Roosevelt, Casa Grande, End: Villago Park, Pinal Blvd, Casa Grande. The Casa Grande district of the Modified Motorcycle Association (MMA) of Arizona in coordinated efforts with the Casa Grande Elementary School District is having a school supply run to help our local schools. Registration will be from 9:00-10:30 am at Palo Verde Elementary School, Casa Grande, Arizona. Cost is $10 per rider, or $15 per couple. Bring $5 worth of school supplies and get $5 off of your admission. Kickstands up at 10:30 last bike out at 11AM. More Information on flyer page 6
Fri-Sat – October 3 & 4 – P age 29th Annual Octoberfest. A Motorcycle Celebration! Fyler and Event Schedule this page.
Sat - October 11th - Glendale Eagle District Family Picnic at Sage and Sand Bar, 13831 W. Glendale Ave., Glendale. Noon to ??? This will be a cookout for donations.
Fri-Sun – October 17-19th – Winklem an ACMC’s Riot on the River. See Flyer for all details on page 6.
Fri – October 31st – Cottonwood Biker Treat or Treat at haven of Cottonwood. 10:30am - 11:15am The annual fall "biker's visit" to Haven of Cottonwood. Formerly Red Rock Care and Rehab.197 South Willard, Cottonwood AZ. Staging will be across the street in the parking lot of the Baptist Church beginning at about 10:15.
Sat - Novem ber 8th – Verde Valley MMA Verde Valley District Toy Run to benefit boys and girls of the Verde Valley. Registration and start at Walmart off 260 Highway. More information in next edition of the Patriot.
Sun - Novem ber 23rd Birds on Bikes - Flyer on Back Page
Send in events for listing by October 5th to activities@mma-az.org. Paper will cover Sept-Oct Events!
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Lobbyist Update Legislative Updates from our Motorcycle Lobbyist Billy “Desperado” Larson MMA-AZ Designated Lobbyist
Continued from front page You will need to provide us with your name and phone number in case we have any further questions on your reporting. 3. If it only works once in awhile, we need to also know this. Once you have the information above, please contact any one of the following Motorcycle Lobby Team Members direct. Again, be sure to leave us with your name and contact information in case we have any more questions or the public works in yo Vic Grady - 602-300-4115 or hellfireguitarphxaz@hotmail.com Billy Larson - 623-308-0676 or larson_billy@hotmail.com Paul 'Skypilot' Price - 623-221-1895 or skypilotlrmc@earthlink.net Bobbi Hartmann - 602-672-3531 or bobbij2@earthlink.net
And now...the Legislative R eport It has been a very busy year for us. We have some upcoming legislation that we NEED your input in order for us to run. We are working on a “Left on Red” issue. This is not a legislative issue yet. The motorcycle lobby team did a final review of the Legislative Alert describing what information we as a team need from all Arizona riders, regarding any intersections having lights and/or left turn signals that do not detect motorcycles. The data is very specific to our needs prior to making contact with the local Public Works Department in that area. The Alert was posted to the MMA List, the ABATE List, the clubs within the ACMC and also sent to various papers and magazines throughout Arizona, such as MMA’s Patriot, ABATE’s Masterlink, AZRider, Biker Information Guide, Raza, Phoenix Sportbike and Ride Arizona. The motorcycle lobby team will be compiling this data, as it is collected, and using it to possibly build a case for future legislation. There are approximately 8 states which have a law in place to allow 'left turns on red.' However, it is an issue that we are working very hard to correct nationwide. I know you all have pulled up to an intersection and the Left Turn light does not change. This is something we have to work with each individual municipality to correct. Please read the Legislative Alert that is attached to this report for info and details. The other issue we are working on is the Handle Bar Height issue. Bobbi had a list of states and their handle bar laws. There are 16 states without restrictions, 14 with shoulder height, 15 with "15 off the seat, 2 with 30" off the seat and 4 with various other limits. We reviewed the current legislation and discussed various approaches we might use while building our case. More on this as the team collects data from those states having no restrictions and we review their statutes. We will be doing more research on riders from other states and the approach law enforcement is taking with those riding with legal handle bars in their state, while visiting Arizona. Also, we have been approached by Mayor of Glendale, Jerry Weiers and also a State Representative to look into the possibility of “Permanent Plates” for Motorcycles.
NCOM R eport NCOM was held in Dallas TX this year. There were 3 of us covering different sessions. Here are the sessions that I was able to cover. First, was the AIM Attorney Conference.First is Attorney Bill Smith. Where the Pennsylvania State Police were recorded stating that “Blue and Gold” is the ONLY colors allowed in that state. Several Pagans MC brought a civil rights lawsuit against the state troopers and others. Two Pagans were targeted in a traffic stop where they asked for stopping them without probable cause, bogus traffic citations, demanding they remove their colors, threatening to TOW one of the motorcycles if they did not remove their colors and extending the traffic stop for an unreasonable time, all in order to harass, demean and humiliate the Bikers.
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During the litigation, the troopers asked for Membership lists and internal operating procedures of the Pagans MC. This fight lasted almost a year. The court finally denied the Troopers’ request. The Club was not a party to the lawsuit. It was the individual members who brought the suit. They sued as individual citizens whose civil rights were violated just because they wore a patch on their backs. The suit also asserted that they should not have to turn over any information under their First Amendment right. The court finally took up the mater after intimidation at the depositions. They were asked questions that were very personal and offensive. They wanted to take pictures of colors, patches, and even memorial patches of Fallen Brothers. The court finally ruled its opinion and denied the prosecutions attempt to gain this information. The court said that the request for the membership list had not showed a basis to show a statistical analysis of traffic stops of other members of the club and would be speculative and unlawful. The court ruling was a tactical victory in the in the strategic war against the harassment and intimidation by the state troopers. The case is still moving forward. In Nevada, their AIM Attorney, Stephen “Bowtie” Stubbs, said they are having a huge problem with illegal detention, where Law enforcement is overstepping their bounds on multiple levels. Part of it is incompetence from high level, and overzealous officers that think we are “Living Sons of Anarchy.” Law enforcement has a 60-minute law where they can detain you lawfully for only 60 minutes. Gang Task Force might detain you via a traffic stop in order to gain “intel” on the clubs. They are targeting the Christian Clubs because they minister to the other clubs. They are fighting the 5th Amendment Right to Council. They are fighting using the “Duty To Identify” statute. If stopped, you MUST tell them your Legal name. You DO NOT have to tell them ANYTHING else.
door of the can and was broken. He was then transported to the hospital in Las Vegas from Laughlin. There he was released on his own recognizance and just kind of dumped on the street. Two and a half years ago, again in Laughlin, there was another Member of the Mongols who was legally carrying a knife. Bowtie was there and witnessed this, the police stopped him, told him it was illegal. He invoked his Fifth Amendment right to council, even gave them a card invoking his Fifth Amendment right to council, they completely ignored all of his invocations of his constitutional rights. They confiscated the knife, so that was a problem. Also two and a half years ago, another Member of the Mongols had a place for his club to meet. North Las Vegas PD decided to, without a warrant, without probable cause, without anything to storm their clubhouse and confiscate everything. Now, keep in mind that this is ALL just part of ONE lawsuit! I am not singling out the Mongols. I am just passing on the examples of what and how Law Enforcement is dealing with Motorcyclists. This is exactly what the AIM Attorneys said pretty much word for word. Another session that I was able to make was the “Veterans Affairs” session. And, once again, the Rep from the VA did not show up. So, it was with apologies that, that session was ended early. Many of the people who were there were very disgusted with the way the VA conducts itself and treats our Vets. I hope you all have a wonderful riding season. Watch out for yourselves, the other vehicles on the road. I have noticed quite a few of the Motorcycle involved accidents are single vehicle accidents. I know for a fact that there are way too many riders out there who are riding while impaired. We are one of our own worst enemies. PLEASE RIDE SAFE!
They are fighting our freedom to associate. Law Enforcement is going to bars and events and telling the bar-owners that if they let certain Motorcycle Clubs in, they will revoke their Liquor License.
Go over your equipment or have a quality shop check it out for you. Your equipment is what saves you and keeps you safe. A Blow out on one of your tires is a very good way to hit the asphalt… Weather cracks, low air pressure, worn out tires ALL spell an accident. Make sure ALL of your fluids are up. Nuts and bolts are tightened properly. SAFETY will make for a GREAT fall riding season.
Towards the beginning of the year, Law Enforcement told the Pioneer Hotel that that if they allow the Hells Angels and Mongols in during the Laughlin River Run, they would revoke their Gaming License. Note: They DO NOT have the authority to do that, but, they still threaten businesses that way.
Ride with everything around you in mind. Watch for other motorists. They are not watching for us -- so WE have to watch for them! I am so tired of seeing on the nightly news that another motorcycle was in an accident and the rider was injured or died. PLEASE BE CAREFUL, and BE SAFE!
Another issue is Handle Bar Height. If your handle bars are legal in your state, and you get a citation elsewhere for that, understand that 17 out of 17 cases got thrown out as Unconstitutional.
AMSAF Update Mick Degn Chairman www.amsaf.org info@amsaf.org
There are three United States Supreme Court cases backing this up. During his talk, Bowtie stated that if you DO get a Handle Bar ticket and your equipment IS legal in your home state, send him the ticket and he will fight it for free! The next thing discussed: Big Lawsuits for Mongols and other MCs. A couple years ago they filed a BIG Federal lawsuit dealing with multiple Clubs --mostly Vagos, Mongols and the Bandidos. The Bandidos were having a charity event. There were these two parking lots, one parking lot was public parking and the other was roped off. It had a bunch of people standing around in it, Gang task force decided to get into their cars and come into the private parking lot and people had to actually jump out of the way. A bunch of people got out of 3 vehicles and started writing down license plate numbers off of motorcycles that were parked in the private parking lot. The Task Force was told to leave they told them they needed the trustees there, they got the trustees there, the task force said leave. Bowtie said he was their attorney and they said no, we need the president; the president of the Eagles Lodge got there. Again they said leave -- the president said he needed it in writing. Task Force said just a second, then got on their cellphones and walked away and wouldn’t talk to the Bikers. After they had written down the hundreds of license plates, they got in their vehicles and left. Another event in 2010 – The Mongols were having an event and a car show, they had this hotel all rented out and everything was fine. Metro came in and told the hotel that if they didn’t cancel the event, they were going to search everyone coming in or out of the hotel and they will close down their hotel because of searching everyone. The hotel canceled the event. A year later, a Mongol was detained. No reason was given. He exercised his right to remain silent, In the course of the stop, somehow his face got slammed into the top of the patrol car and his foot got slammed in the
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Continued from front page process and continue to offer Motorcycle Riding Courses to all residents of Arizona a program at a low cost as the Scholarship program is laid out. AMSAF in working close with AZGOHS is doing leg work, administering and overseeing the program. After the course is completed, the $50 co pay is collected and the training facility has been paid by AMSAF. AMSAF and AZGOHS together will help make this successful. AMSAF works close with the Schools and the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (AZGOHS) for reimbursement of the monies paid out to any one of the 26 riders schools registered with the state of Arizona as a rider training facility. Again this is a trial program under close scrutiny not only by the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety and the Arizona Motorcycle Safety Advisory Council (AMSAC), but also by The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) the Executive Branch of the U.S. government, part of the Department of Transportation. AMSAF is a 501(c) 3 non-profit; board members take NO salaries as everything received goes to AMSAF. The goal is to promote Motorcycle Safety and Awareness and help Reduce Motorcycle Accidents. Last year Arizona had 3081 Motorcycle accidents and 146 fatalities. The AMSAF Board has put a lot of time into this Scholarship program with the goal of helping the Motorcycle Community reduce Motorcycle accidents. Help AMSAF to continue this Scholarship program here in Arizona by being a Sponsor or donate to our Foundation. Check out our website at www.amsaf.org
AMSAF Created To help The Motorcycle Community Submitted by Lee Gonzales How AMSAF was started...just a little history. In 2011 the Modified Motorcycle Association of Arizona held two (2) MMA Board meetings to discuss a donation of $10,000.00 for Motorcycle Safety and a way to help the Motorcycle Community. The first Board meeting was held April 16, 2011 and they decided to donate $10,000.00 for Motorcycle Safety that would be tied to MMA. At this first Board meeting, the MMA board members voted and approved to give the dollars to promote Motorcycle Safety and that the 501c3 would be under MMA. During that time, Mick Degn got a group of Arizona business leaders together that are involved in the Motorcycle Community and they discussed the opportunity of creating a 501c3 Foundation to promote Motorcycle Safety and Awareness. Originally it was thought that the 501c3 would be part of MMA but after advice from attorneys, it was felt that for the 501c3 to be successful to the community, long-term, it was better for them to be on their own as a stand-alone Foundation. It was then decided to not be under MMA and would stand alone as a 501c3 Non Profit Foundation. The MMA Board had a second vote on the donation of the $10,000. At the second meeting held July 15, 2011 they again voted and approved to donate $10,000 to a 501c3 as a Sponsor to still help the Motorcycle Community. At this time Arizona Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Foundation (AMSAF) was created and MMA became a Founding Sponsor of AMSAF. Their money was used as seed money to help get the Foundation started. The first year AMSAF spent getting all the legal documents done and creating the logo, mission, goals and objectives for the Foundation. Once a website was developed, MMA was listed as a Sponsor along with other Sponsors that decided to help promote Motorcycle Safety & Awareness along with reducing motorcycle accidents. AMSAF during this time wrote articles in the MMA Patriot along with other publications to show updates with AMSAF. As the year and tenure of AMSAF grew, they got involved more in helping the Motorcycle Community. AMSAF has accomplished a lot in three (3) years’ time due to the support of its Sponsors and volunteers. This is a list of what AMSAF has accomplishment to date: •
Web site developed to show sponsors, contests, pictures, link to different sites related to Motorcycle Safety, AMSAF Mission, Goals and Objectives.
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AMSAF Facebook page with weekly safety tips and contest updates.
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Monthly Contest created to give away a Motorcycle Training Course each month.
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ALLSTATE Grant that allowed AMSAF to have “AMSAF 20 UNDER 20” Motorcycle Training Contest.
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State Grant of $150,000.00 for Motorcycle training Scholarships. Funds earmarked by Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety (AZGOHS), National Highway Transportation Safety Association (NHTSA) and Arizona Motorcycle Safety Advisory Council (AMSAC).
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AMSAF put up over 10 Billboards in the State to promote Motorcycle Safety.
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Helped fund “Look Twice for Motorcycles” signs in Page, AZ.
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Worked close with ADOT to get Overhead Freeway signs to say “ Look twice for Motorcycles”.
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Chairman participated and was Task Force Leader for Arizona Strategic Highway Safety Plan (AZSHSP).
Editor’s Space Comments relative to the content, current affairs or anything that is on my mind at the time of this publication. Lee “Snakebite” Gonzales Editor, Motorcycle Patriot MMA Vice Chairman Summer is almost over and we are about to enter the fall season. Summer went by quickly and it really didn’t seem all too terribly hot to me. If it was super-hot, I would be whining about it as I hate the 115 plus days. In southern Arizona, we’ve had a pretty wet monsoon season that created more humidity than usual, but we needed the rain -- so can’t really complain. I’ve been thinking long and hard what to cover in this editorial. The subject I came up with is not one that many want to think or talk about, but it is so important to you and your family. The subject is our own mortality. How prepared are you and your family in the event of an untimely accident or death? I know most of us don’t even want to think about a Living Will, a Last Will & Testament or a business plan (if you have your own business) in case something catastrophic happens. During the last three months, this topic has been in the forefront of my thinking and there has been much discussion about it in my household. Recently, a very close friend of mine passed at age 55 for no apparent reason. He owned many things: a home, vehicles, tools etc. He had three daughters and no will of any kind. His daughters had a mess to deal with. His was the only name on titles, and they couldn’t find needed paperwork for VA things; it was more than a mess. It’s hard to grieve, think straight and take care of duties properly when someone dies. These women had their work cut out for them and it was chaos, to say the least. Then there is that not-so-little thing that happens when there is no will called Probate. Everything a spouse or children might think they will eventually inherit is suddenly in the control of the county and state. Wishes do not always come true via Probate.
A Living Will and More. Does your family know your end-of-life care wishes in the event you can’t make decisions for yourself? The Living Will – legal in Arizona if notarized – has to do with when and if you wish to be resuscitated, put on life support or whether to donate organs. It can take all the guesswork out of the equation for the family and you will know your wishes will be honored. Medical Power of Attorney and the hIPAA form: This power designates a person(s) to make essential medical decisions for you in accordance with your pre-existing medical preferences and to guarantee your medical privacy. Make certain your Medical Power of Attorney has a notarized copy of the HIPAA paperwork and a copy of the Arizona Living Will to avoid legal or medical challenges. Avoid Probate! Probate is when the county judge and the state decide what happens to your beloved money and stuff. Designate a very trusted family member or longtime loyal friend as Power of Attorney or Durable Power of Attorney and also designate an Executor or Trustee of your will concerning worldly goods and properties. At this step, an attorney should complete your paperwork to make it ironclad -- and it is not that expensive. Write a proper legal will to dictate where your belongings and assets go, and include your final wishes as far as burial, cremation and where you want your ashes spread. Again—have your will notarized and witnessed by people who are NOT your heirs. Please consult an attorney for the ideal solution; no two individuals have the same exact issues. Note: in Arizona, a handwritten or free online will that is unwitnessed and un-notarized by an attorney can easily be contested and nullified by any of your relatives. Make sure your Harley and precious heirlooms go to your choice… not theirs. Business Plan: Do you own a business? Have a partner? Let your family know what’s yours, what you’re entitled to, or what you want done with the business. Finally a list of important things and their location: bank accounts, will, VA paperwork if a veteran, titles to vehicles and or home, insurance policies, pensions, anything of importance that they will need to know.
This incident triggered me to think hard -- I needed to get final plans put in place someday. Then, just a month ago, another friend passed with the same scenario, only this time there was also a profitable business involved. Again I found myself thinking – Ok. I really need to get my own affairs in order and NOW is the time. Speaking with concerned friends, I found I’m not the only one who keeps procrastinating saying “I really need to get that done.”
I am sure there is so much more that could or should be done, but this can be a good place to start. Open dialogue with your family and a trusted lawyer on the subject. It will not be an easy topic for some. All of us have that predetermined day of departure…we just don’t know when and age doesn’t matter. Please, for the peace of mind of your family, do some research and do what’s best for all involved.
So here are some of the items that need to be addressed… and it doesn’t take that long or cost that much to handle. If you love your family and true friends, this is a way to really prove it.
You’re then guaranteed to Rest in Peace … whenever the departure date.
The AMSAF Board has four tiers. The first is Board members with voting rights and the other three levels are Advisory Board, Honorary Board and Founding Board members. All Board members take no salaries or compensation. It is a pure volunteer Board with a passion to help the Motorcycle Community in Safety and Awareness with the end goal of reducing accidents. In a short period of time AMSAF has been able to help the Motorcycle Community in a huge way. These accomplishments could not have been achieved without the commitment of the AMSAF Board and the Sponsorships that AMSAF has received to help the Motorcycle Community.
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Bikers for Paws – 2nd Annual Event
Eagle District Dart Event
Submitted by Kevin Hertell
Submitted by Jay Williamson
The second annual “Bikers for Paws” event was held on August 2nd in Flagstaff, Arizona . Over 65 folks participated in the run this year in spite of threatened rain forecasts. The day however proved to be pleasantly cool with no rain and excellent riding conditions.
After our monthly meeting on Sunday, August 17, the Eagle District hosted a Dart Tournament at Sage & Sand, located at 13831 W Glendale Ave in Glendale. Everyone had a great time, and we met some great people. Many of us hadn't shot darts in years -- but it came back (sort of) and still was fun. Carlos won the 50/50 & free dinner certificate.
Riders picked up poker cards on a run that covered 128 miles and showcased stops at Arizona Snowbowl Ski Resort, Grand Canyon Harley-Davidson, Mormon Lake Lodge and the historic Museum Club on Route 66 in Flagstaff . Prizes were awarded for the best hand – “Top Dog,” the worst hand – “Runt of the Litter” and the person coming from the farthest distance to participate – “Rover.” Over $1200 in raffle prizes donated by businesses in the community were awarded to participants and $120 from the 50/50 cash raffle. Overall, participants raised nearly $1900 net for the rescued animals at Second Chance Center for Animals. Thanks to everyone who participated and save the date in early August for the 2015 Bikers for Paws event.
Thanks to everyone who participated -- and thanks to our newest MMA business members, Mitch & Lucy of Sage and Sand, for helping to raise money for our cause. We send a very special thanks to Tim & friends for running the tournament for us. Good time with a good cause.
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Rim Country District’s Annual Bikini Bike Wash Pics by Joystick
Joy “Joystick” Opie - Photographer From Hell - Rim Country District. I just wanted to take a minute to show some love and appreciation to a hard working freedom fighter and volunteer for the MMA of Arizona. Joystick takes endless pictures of Rim Country events and other MMA districts events that she attends and gets them into the Motorcycle Patriot for your enjoyment. The Motorcycle Patriot Staff sends a big “Thank You” for all your hard work, it is appreciated! Snakebite
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MMA of Arizona Business Member Listing - listed by city
At Large
Sober Riders MC, Inc Organizations and Clubs Business Life Member
Apache Junction
American Legion Riders Post 27 Organizations and Clubs 1018 S Meridan Rd Apache Junction, AZ 85220 602-541-2441 Business Life Member
A Touch of Class Custom Trikes Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 1421 E Birch St Cottonwood, AZ 86326 928-254-0957 Business Life Member Seitz Architectural Design Services and Miscellaneous 782 Cove Parkway Cottonwood, AZ 86326 928-646-1788 Business Life Member
Captain’s Bars & Restaurants 300 W Apache Trail #118 Apache Junction, AZ 85217 480-288-2590 Business Life Member
My Dobro Grill, Spirits and Music Bars & Restaurants 1100 Hwy 260 #21 Cottonwood, AZ 86326 928-634-3800
Fat Rabbit Tattoo
Tag’s Café Bars & Restaurants 156 N. Arizona Blvd. Coolidge, AZ 85128 520.723.1013
Services and Miscellaneous 936 W Apache Trail Apache Junction, AZ 85120 480-570-0632
Phoenix Vulcan Riders Organizations and Clubs Apache Junction, AZ 602-696-8064
Superstition harley Davidson Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 2910 W Apache Trail Apache Junction, AZ 85220 480-346-0600
Avondale
Airepros Air Conditioning & heating Services and Miscellaneous 2022 N 106th Lane Avondale, AZ 85392 623-547-5992
Dart Cycle Worx Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 1060 N Eliseo Felix Way Ste 10 Avondale, AZ 85323 623-925-5503 Business Life Member
Casa Grande
Silver Bullet Bar Bars & Restaurants 1401 North Pinal Casa Grande, AZ 85122 520-836-1363
Clarksdale
1012 Lounge Bars & Restaurants 910 Main St Clarksdale, AZ 86324 928-639-0800
Nate’s Cowboy Cafe Bars & Restaurants 1481 Highway 89A Clarkdale, AZ 928-639-3838
Cornville
Old Corral Bar Bars & Restaurants 11375 E Cornville Rd Cornville, AZ 86325 928 649-9495
Cottonwood
The Bar at Stombollis Bars & Restaurants 321 S. Main Street Cottonwood, AZ 86326 928 634-3838
Chaparral Bar Bars & Restaurants 325 Main Street Cottonwood, AZ 86326 928-254-1307 Business Life Member
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Gilbert
Team Arizona Motorcyclist Training Center Services and Miscellaneous 36 N William Dillard Dr Gilbert, AZ 85233 480-998-9888 Business Life Member Gilbert American Legion Organizations and Clubs 206 N Gilbert Rd Gilbert, AZ 85212
Glendale
Charley's Place’ Bars & Restaurants 4324 W Thunderbird RD Glendale, AZ 85306 602-439-1668 Business Life Member Limey Riders M/C Organizations and Clubs Glendale, AZ 85311 623-930-9165 Business Life Member
Goodyear
AZ Battery Store Services & Micellaneous 560 N Bullard Ave Ste E50 Goodyear, AZ 85338 623-853-3321
Mayer
Smokin’ harley’s Steakhouse & Seafood Bars & Restaurants 10456 SR 69 Mayer, AZ 86333 928-632-4255 Business Life Member
Mesa
Mainstreet Motorcycles Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 9750 E Apache Trail Mesa, AZ 85207 480-357-7595 Business Life Member
New River
Roadrunner Restaurant & Saloon Bars & Restaurants 47801 N Black Canyon Hwy New River, AZ 85087 623-465-9903 Business Life Member
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Ranch house Grille Bars & Restaurants 819 N Navajo Box 3491 Page, AZ 86040 928 645-1420 Business Life Member Windy Mesa Bars & Restaurants 800 N Navajo Dr Page, AZ 86040 928-645-2186 Business Life Member Blair’s Trading Post Clothing 626 N Navajo Dr Page, AZ 86040 928-645-3008 Business Life Member Page Boy Motel Lodging 150 N Lake Powell Blvd Page, AZ 86040 928-645-2416 Business Life Member Page honda Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 915 Coppermine Rd Page, AZ 86040 800-432-6923 Business Life Member Classic Auto Body Services and Miscellaneous Box 2756 Page, AZ 86040 928-645-9023 Fred's Liquor Store Services and Miscellaneous 902 N Navajo Dr Page, AZ 86040 520-645-3575 Business Life Member
Payson
The historical Journigan house Bars & Restaurants 202 W Main St Payson, AZ 85541 928-478-8324 Business Life Member Landmark at the Creek Bars & Restaurants 1177 E. Highway 260 Christopher Creek Loop, Payson, AZ1 928-478-458 Lil Joe Leathers Services and Miscellaneous
PO Box 839 Payson AZ 85547 Toll Free Voice (800)643-3321
VIII Society M/C Organizations and Clubs 7930 E 1st Ave Mesa, AZ 85208 480-227-2690 Business Life Member
Jakes Corner Bar Bars & Restaurants 57564 N Hwy 188 Payson, AZ 85541 602-359-1068
America's Ultra Clean Services and Miscellaneous 738 E Dana Suite A Mesa, AZ 85204 480-206-4003 Business Life Member
Mazatzal Casino Bars & Restaurants PO Box 1820 Payson, AZ 85547 800-777-7529 Business Life Member
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All-Clene Carpet Cleaners Services and Miscellaneous 609 W Bridle Path Lane Payson, AZ 85541 928-468-1358 Business Life Member Amon Builders, Inc Services and Miscellaneous 903 E Hwy 260 #6 Payson, AZ 85541 928-474-0689 Business Life Member Miller Auto Works Services and Miscellaneous 600 W Main St Suite A Payson, AZ 85541 928-468-8855 Business Life Member Mountain Top Brewing Company Bars & Restaurants 401 N Tyler Pkwy Payson, AZ 85541 928-474-9228 Payson Packaging Services and Miscellaneous 106 E Bonita St Payson, AZ 85541 928-474-5260 Tonto Silk Screen & Embroidery Services and Miscellaneous 403 W Frontier St Payson, AZ 85541 928-474-4207 Woodys Performance Motorsports Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 405 W Main St Payson, AZ 85541 928-478-7169
Peoria
CJ Creations Clothing 10348 W Cashman Peoria, AZ 85383 623-412-2110 Business Life Member
Phoenix
Renegade Classics Motorcycle Apparel & Accessories 3102 E Cactus Rd Phoenix, AZ 85032 602-595-9598 Business Life Member Bellone CPA-PLC Services and Miscellaneous 3420 E Shea Blvd #140 Phoenix, AZ 85028 602-765-6111 Business Life Member Breyer Law Offices Services and Miscellaneous 15715 S 46th St Ste 100 Phoenix, AZ 85048 480-505-2162 Business Life Member Skinny Dipping Pools Services and Miscellaneous 18635 N 35th Ave Suite 110-163 Phoenix, AZ 85027 623.465.7600 Business Life Member h & h Plumbing and Drain Services and Miscellaneous 16772 W.Bell Rd.Ste,110, #233 Surprise,Az.85374 623-322-9100
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Greer Wilson Funeral home Services and Miscellaneous 5921 W Thomas Rd Phoenix, AZ 85033 623-245-0994 Business Life Member Law Tigers Services and Miscellaneous 362 N 3rd Ave Phoenix, AZ 85003 602-516-0000 Business Life Member
Pine
Pine Creek Smokehouse Bars & Restaurants 3885 N Hwy 87 Pine, AZ 928-476.6577 Sidewinders Tavern & Grill Bars & Restaurants 6114 Hardscrabble Mesa Rd Pine, AZ 85544 928-476-6434
Rimrock
Vintages Grill Bars & Restaurants 5155 N Dave Wrigfield Rd Rimrock,AZ 86335 928-592-9220
Scottsdale
Southwest Trikes Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 7430 E Butherus Scottsdale, AZ 85260 480-951-7171 Business Life Member
Sedona
Olde Sedona Bar & Grill Bars & Restaurants 1405 W Highway 89A Sedona, AZ 86336 928-282-5670
Show Low
Native New Yorker #12 Bars & Restaurants 391 W Duece Of Clubs Show Low, AZ 85901 928-532-5100 Business Life Member
Windmill Corner Inn Lodging 5079 N AZ Hwy 87 Strawberry, AZ 85544 928-476-3064
Surprise
Arizona Dragon Slayer Exterminator Services and Miscellaneous 26307 N 157th Ave Surprise, AZ 85387 602-526-1312 Business Life Member
Tempe
American Legion Riders Tempe Post #2 Organizations and Clubs 2125 S Industrial Park Ave Tempe, AZ 85282 Business Life Member Aflac Services and Miscellaneous 6197 S Rural rd Ste 103 Tempe, AZ 85283 480-838-9020 Business Life Member
Tonopah
Tonopah Joe’s Family Restaurant Bars & Restaurants 41101 W Indian School Rd Tonopah, AZ 85354 623-776-5554 Business Life Member
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Tonto Basin
harleyannes Smokin BBQ 270 S Old Highway 188 Tonto Basin, AZ 85553 928-479-3100
Tonto Village
The Double D Bars & Restaurants 354 Johnson Blvd Tonto Village, AZ 85541 928-978-2058
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Youngtown
Curly’s Customs Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 12040 N 111th Ave Youngtown, AZ 85363 623-764-6562 Business Life Member
Days Inn - Show Low Lodging 480 W Duece Of Clubs Show Low, AZ 85901 928-537-4356 Business Life Member
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Springerville
Other
American Legion Post #30 Organizations and Clubs 825 E Main Springerville, AZ 85938 928-339-4475
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Pt’s Bar Bars & Restaurants Winslow, AZ 86057 928-587-0708 Law Offices of Richard M. Lester Servicing and Miscellaneous 21054 Sherman Way 3rd Floor Conoga Park, CA 91303 800-521-2425 Business Life Member
Booga Red’s Bars & Restaurants 521 E Main St Springerville, AZ 85938 928-333-2640
St Johns
El Camino Restaurant Bars & Restaurants 277 White Mountain Dr St Johns, AZ 85936 928-337-4700
Strawberry
Gila County Chopper Motorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories 7803 Ralls Drive Strawberry, AZ 85544 480-789-2933
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Biker Movies
B laxploitation film s.
Submitted by Tom Corr
Black motorcycle clubs appeared in a few blaxploitation films such as The Black Angels (1970) and The Black Six (1974).
One of my hobbies includes collecting biker / motorcycle related movies old and new. The earliest motorcycle related movie I have is 1932’s Officer 13, its plot - a motorcycle cop’s partner is run off the road and killed by a member of a syndicate that controls the gambling--and much of the justice system, of course the partner vows revenge. My collection encompasses movies from every decade of the afore mentioned 30’s to present day, with the lions share being made in the golden era of Drive Inn biker exploitation circa 1960’s and 70’s.
Horror-com edies. By the late 1980s the once shocking and controversial genre became an object of campy humor in horrorcomedies such as Chopper Chicks in Zombie Town (1989) and Biker Zombies (2001).
The criteria for these movies and what I collect are at least one biker appears as a significant plot element. Meaning just a bike in the film does not qualify (example a batman movie with his bat cycle). Nor does a biker for just a few scenes (example Erin Brockovich’s - biker / next door neighbor / babysitter / boyfriend). A biker or bikers have to be the center of the plot such as Easy Rider or the 1999 Easy Rider female version titled, Me and Will. I do not actually know how many biker genre type films have actually been made, but I do know that I have at least 113 titles thus far not including the dozens of documentary’s or the made for TV types such as 2002’s Canadian made The Last Chapter, starring Michael Ironsides, as the leader of an outlaw biker group called The Triple Sixers. The Triple Sixers dominate Canada. Their unrivaled presence and strength stretches from Halifax to Vancouver, with one important exception - the Sixers have no chapters in Ontario, the richest market in the country. Another TV show 1992’s Renegade starred Lorenzo Lammas as Reno Raines who escapes from jail and goes on the run. After crooked cop "Dutch" Dixon killed his girlfriend and framed him for the murder. While on the run he works as a bounty hunter all the while searching for the only man who can clear his name.
Biker Chuckles
Lest we not for get 2008’s Sons of Anarchy a tale of a man in his early 30s who struggles to find a balance in his life between being a new dad and his involvement in an outlaw motorcycle club Biker films were made in genres those being the Outlaw Biker film, the Novelty biker film, Cultural reference film, Parodies and Comedies. The outlaw biker film portrays its characters as motorcycle riding rebels. The characters are usually members of an outlaw motorcycle club. Such titles include The Wild Angels, Hells Angels on Wheels, Hells Angels 69, The Cycle Savages and The Glory Stompers.
The B iker and the Sparrow A biker is riding along a country lane, when a sparrow flies in front of him. The biker can't do anything and hits the sparrow. As he looks in his mirror, he sees the sparrow lying in the road. Being the kind of guy he is, he goes back, the sparrow is alive but not moving , picks up the sparrow and takes it home and puts it in a cage, still in a coma. When the sparrow wakes up the following morning, he looks through the bars of the cage and says, "Shit, I must have killed the biker".
Happily Married B iker Biker Bob wakes up at home with a huge hangover. He forces himself to open his eyes, and the first thing he sees is a couple of aspirins and a glass of water on the side table. He sits up and sees his clothing in front of him, all clean and ironed. Bob looks around the room and sees that it is in perfect order, spotless, clean. So is the rest of the house. He takes the aspirins and notices a note on the table: "Honey, breakfast is on the stove, I left early to go shopping. Love you."
As stated prior there are many genres of biker film.
Novelty biker film s. – A number of novelty films were made featuring all-female biker clubs such as The Hellcats aka Biker Babes (1967), She-Devils on Wheels (1968), The Miniskirt Mob with Sherry Jackson and Harry Dean Stanton (1968), Sisters in Leather (1969) with Pat Barrington. The Pink Angels (1971) is a somewhat campy film about a club of homosexual bikers who head down the coast to attend a drag ball. Bury Me an Angel (1972) features a female biker hero and female director.
Straight to video releases. Fortunately for me they still churn out a new biker film from time to time. Those are generally released straight to video, one of those being 2002’s Lone Hero starring Lou Diamond Phillips. Basically this movie is High Noon -- only with Bikers. The plot is the standard story of a bikers taking over a town, Lou Diamond Phillips is the head biker. Sean Patrick Flanery (of Boondock Saints fame) is the avenging townsperson who takes on the bikers with the help of an old codger (Robert Forster). The story starts with Phillips and a cohort robbing a store and injuring a salesperson. The bikers tell everyone in the store that if anyone tells who committed the crime, they will take revenge on them and their families. Flanery nonetheless proceeds to arrest them with a gun filled with blanks when he next sees them. The bikers break their leader out of jail, killing a policeman in the process. Flanery & Diamond then trade off attacks. Another was 2007’s Missionary Man starring Dolph Lundgren. Basically Missionary Man is Clint Eastwood’s High Plains Drifter -- only with Bikers. You know the plot -a mysterious stranger rolls into town on a unique motorcycle, all he carries is the bible and a desire for justice. In 2008, Quentin Tarantino served as executive producer on Hell Ride starring Dennis Hopper and Michael Madsen. This is homage to the biker films of the past. It was written and directed by Larry Bishop, who acted in a number of biker films such as The Savage Seven in 1968. Tarantino is a noted fan of the Australian biker movie, Stone. Its to be noted that after the release of The Wild One in 1953, the image of the biker, particularly the Marlon Brando character, not only inspired the outlaw biker movie genre but many imitators and satires in films and television shows. The girl group The Shangri-Las scored a Number #1 hit single with their motorcycle gang pop song "Leader of the Pack" in 1964.
So he goes to the kitchen, and sure enough there is a hot breakfast and the morning newspaper. His son is also at the table, eating. Bob asks, "Son, what happened last night?"
"Blue's Theme", an instrumental rock song that opens with the sound of a motorcycle engine, was featured on the soundtrack for The Wild Angels film. The song, written by Davie Allan and The Arrows, was a hit single in 1967.
His son says, "Well, you came home at 3 A.M., drunk and delirious, broke some furniture, puked in the hallway, and gave yourself a black eye when you stumbled into the door."
From 1963 to 1966 American International Pictures produced a series of seven Beach party films. All but one featured Harvey Lembeck doing a Brando parody as Eric Von Zipper, inept leader of The Rat Pack motorcycle club.
Confused, Bob asks, "So, why is everything clean, and breakfast on the table waiting for me?" His son replies, "Oh, that! Mom dragged you to the bedroom, and when she tried to take your pants off, you said, "Lady, leave me alone, I'm married'!"
These films are: Beach Party (1963), Bikini Beach and Pajama Party (both 1964), Beach Blanket Bingo and How to Stuff a Wild Bikini (both 1965), and The Ghost in the Invisible Bikini (1966).
Horror hybrids of biker film s. By the 1970s as the trend began to lose momentum, filmmakers started to create horror hybrids of biker films, such as Werewolves on Wheels (1971). The British horror film Psycho Mania (also 1971) involves a club that makes a pact with the devil to obtain immortality.
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The Horror of Party Beach (1964), a campy beach partyhorror hybrid, includes a motorcycle club most likely inspired by the popular American International beach movies.
Motorcycle Awareness Program (M.A.P.) Bobbi Hartmann Motorcycle Awareness Program (MAP) 602-672-3531 bobbij2@earthlink.net Regarding the possibility of additional printings of our MAP Coloring Book: As I reported a few months ago, I was invited by John Moffit (Chairman, American Legion Riders, Department of Arizona AZALR), to be a speaker at the American Legion Riders portion of the American Legions National Conference in Cave Creek on 6/28/14. I had approximately 60 coloring books, along with our MAP Tri-Fold (GOHS) and my business card available as handouts. I described how we were working with the ABATE of Texas Safety program and budgeted for one printing of 450 of the books for May Awareness events. I asked if they would approach their individual ALR posts to consider providing the MMA with 2 additional printings a year. One in July and one in October, giving them credit for the printing on front and back of the coloring book. I also described our MMA MAP presentations done in the high schools and referred them to the Tri-Fold we hand out to students. I listed the areas we now present at and asked them to contact me if they or someone they know, might be interested in assisting with MAP in this manner. We also talked about the possibility of ‘starting’ MAP presentations in their area and how I could make that happen with their help. My request was well received and one lady came up to me afterwards and asked if she could print the coloring book as is, with credit being given to MMA, so that they could put one in each of the back packs her Post provides for school students in a back to school project of theirs. I told her that would be great. Below are Student Comments, which are taken directly from the most recent evaluation sheets we collected after each MMA MAP presentation since last report. 6/10/14 – Desert Sage high - 26 students – Skypilot, Bruce, Pilot, Crisis, Chip (American Cruisers) Student Comments: - I liked that you showed us what it looks like if a motorcycle is going 35mph against a motorcycle that is going 15mph. - Thank you so much for coming in. I personally know someone who was killed on a motorcycle because a truck pulled in front of him. A lot of my family also ride bikes, so thank you for making me more aware of how I can prevent being the car in the crash. - I truly enjoyed this entire presentation, but I specifically liked the outdoor presentation. It really enforced what we learned and it helped me realize things I hadn’t (like speed) before. Thank you for coming to speak to us. - I liked that it was given from a cyclists point of view and that made it accessible to the students. I also liked that we got follow up information. - I liked the constant talking and information. Bruce and Skypilot were very nice - I like the hand on stuff and listening. Thought the video was too long but had answers to quiz so guess it was alright. Bruce is really cool and I enjoyed the presentation. - I liked the presentation because of the interaction between everyone and all the good information on how to share the road with motorcycles. - I really liked it because motorcycles have always been different because I witnessed the crash where a truck driver ran over several motorcycles. It bothered me and since then, I have gained a lot of respect for motorcycles. - I learned a lot. There is a lot more to know about motorcycles than I thought. Also, all of the presenters were enthusiastic. 6/10/14 – Desert Sage high - 25 students (2nd Class) – Skypilot, Bruce, Pilot, Crisis, Chip (American Cruisers) Student Comments: - I liked the motorcycle demonstration outside and the videos and pictures. A lot of helpful and new information to learn.
- I liked the interaction between us and the presenters and the video was interesting and informative and it was cool to see the clothing and their uses. - I enjoyed how the demonstration showed how it is hard to judge a motorcycles speed. - The power point was well made. It was bold and underlined words and key points. The main purpose of the presentation was easily understood - The demo really showed me how you never know how fast or far a motorcycle is going and can be from you. The statistics also informed me incredibly - I like the demonstrations and your videos and the whole presentation was actually very helpful. - I liked the videos they shared and I liked how they went about the presentation as a whole. - I liked the power point presentation and video. I also like the motorcycle presentation outside. 6/13/14 – A-1 Driving School – 15 students – Bobbi hartmann Student Comments: - I liked that she came to talk to us and educate us about motorcycles. She helped us to realize how dangerous riding & driving on same road is. We have to share the road. - Bobbi seemed very earnest and made me slightly reconsider my opinion on motorcycle riding. She gave good info, things that I would not normally have considered. When I do begin driving I will remember hew advice on respecting motorcycle riders and looking out for their safety - I liked the kind presenter. She was loud and clear and knows what she is talking about - I loved how informational the presentation was! Bobbi was extremely kind, well prepared and ready to answer questions. She gave more information than was on the slides so her knowledge was abounding. - I liked this video because it tells you what to watch out for when driving near a motorcycles. - It presented the disadvantages of motorcycles and their riders and how to avoid a collision with them and also how to not follow them to close. - Bobbi seemed confident and knew what she was talking about. This made it easier to understand. 6/25/14 – A-1 Driving School – 14 students – Bobbi hartmann Student Comments: - It was more informative than I thought it would be. Thank you for coming. - I love that they have been presenting about bikers dangers, especially cuz Bobbi is a actual biker makes it more real. Bikers are still human so they don’t deserve to be treated any different. - I thought it was informative and well executed well. Also the slide show was very well done. - I liked the videos and getting to see the outfits. It brings great awareness. The visuals really help to keep the students attention. - I liked the good tips on how to see motorcycles. It also covered things you may see a motorcyclists doing to be safe and covers dangers to the riders. - I liked the whole concept of people becoming more aware about how to look out for and protect motorcyclists. 6/26/14 – Desert Sage high - 23 students – Skypilot, Bruce, Duct Tape, Pilot (American Cruisers) Student Comments: - I appreciated that you were very straight forward. Some of the presenters I have witnessed like to make everything so dramatic and confused, which makes me not want to pay attention. You guys were interesting. It was cool to actually get people who know what it’s like to have a bike, ride one and/or be injured while riding one. You related to us like adults, not a class of dumb teenagers about to disgrace the world with their presence on the road. - I liked the statistics but I’m a logic person. It was very interesting overall. The stories were good to make us think and the power point is really cool. - I liked the video and the way all of these slides were presented. I liked how it informed us about motorcycles and the outside demo and especially the presenters.
- I am more aware of the crucial habits necessary to share a road with motorcycles. The video is not completely clear, so I was glad we went over the answers together. - I liked how there were different engaging activities like going outside, the video and quiz. I also liked the power point and all the different colors. - I liked the photographs and the leather jacket and rest of the clothing they wear. The video was funny but got the point across. I liked the outside demo. - I liked how the presenters were real. They weren’t just presenting statistics. They taught us how to share the road with them and prevent crashes. ADDITIONAL ThANK YOU LETTERS – 6/10/14 second session: As in the past, one of the instructors has his students write ‘personal’ thank you messages to the instructors. These are typed and or handwritten on a separate paper, after the presentation and mailed to me by the instructor. They are ALL specifically directed to Skypilot, Bruce, Pilot, Chip and Crisis: - Thank you from taking time out of your schedule to come and talk to us about watching out for our motorcycle counterparts on the roadways. Your presentation was very informational and taught me that I must truly keep a keen watch for all riders while driving. Also I thought your driving demonstration was very interesting and that the bikes were really cool as well. Finally I would just like to say that I’m sorry for your friends that you lost to careless driving, and that Mr Duct Tape was injured in the way he was. It makes me feel horrible to think someone could be so careless. But in the end, I just want to let you know that I appreciate you coming to our class. - Thank you for taking the time to come to talk to us. I will definitely be more cautious and aware of motorcycles on the roads. Thanks! - I was one of the students in the Driver’s Ed class that you all spoke to about motorcycle awareness. Thank you for being willing to take time to talk to us as a group about how safe we should be around motorcycles., I take better care of how I scan the road now, not just for cars and pedestrians, but for motorcyclists. - Thank you soooo much for coming. I learned a lot and it was very interesting an informative - Thanks for coming in to my drivers ed class. It was unfortunate to hear all of the trouble motorcyclists are given on the roadways but your presentation will help me be more aware when I drive. - Thank you very much for coming to speak with us about motorcycle safety. I feel that I understand more about how a motorcyclist thinks. That is very important to a driver and advice that I will always remember. Thank you again for taking the time to educate us about motorcycles. - Your visit to our class has really given us the information and ability to check for the motorcyclists in Arizona. - Ii thought your presentation was not only interesting, but informative. I never knew that much about motorcycles and their dangers as well as uses. Thank you for taking the time to educate our class. - Thank you for teaching our class about motorcycles. I never knew exactly how hard it was to see someone on a motorcycle. I really enjoyed the demonstration. It showed how hard it is to judge the speed of a motorcycle. Thanks again for coming to our class. - I wanted to thank you for coming out and educating the class about motorcycle safety. It was really interesting knowing that my dad has a Harley even though he’s never been in an accident. Thank you for your time and stories. - I would like to thank you all for taking the time to educate my fellow classmates and I about sharing the road with motorcycles. Your presentation was informative and engaging and I’m grateful to have experienced it. I will take the lessons I learned from you onto the road with me every time I get behind the wheel. Thank you for making me a better driver. - Thank you so much for coming to our drivers ed class to talk to us about the importance of watching for motorcycles. The presentation was very interesting and it kept me engaged the whole time. The motorcycle demo was also very helpful for me to judge the speed of motorcycles. I know from personal experience how dangerous motorcycle crashes can be and I will do my best to always watch for them. Thank you again!
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District Updates Verde Valley District Submitted by Trish Gomez Our district was very excited this summer to host the State Board Meeting at Nate’s Cowboy Café. Deb and Stretch our state board representatives encouraged Robert our DM and Betty our Secretary to attend. Neither one has been to a state meeting. Betty was excited to be there and got much out of what was going on. Robert has a new respect for what Stretch and Deb do for our district along with what the other representatives do for theirs. Information from the meeting will be shared with all Verde Valley members at the August meeting. For those who were not able to attend, please see any of the above members for information. Nate provided delicious choices off of his menu for those who were there, and I heard nothing but rave reviews about the food. A big THANK YOU goes out to Bentley the wait staff who busted his you-know-what to make sure drinks were kept filled and food got out in a timely manner. Way to go, Bentley! We have been slowly adjusting to the new time for our meetings. It is still hard for some of our members to attend, so we will consider that at our next couple of meetings whether we will change it back to 11 or? We are always looking for feedback, so please bring it up at the meetings. There was a group of riders who did take advantage of the earlier meeting and took off for a ride afterwards while the weather was still cool. The group headed up to Pine and was able to get back before the monsoon storm got them. Fun was had by all. Another recognition that I want to point out is for our 3 newest members. All 3 stepped up to the plate and helped out Kevin (a VV MMA member) in his cause. Kevin helps run the Second Chance Animal Shelter in Flagstaff. This is a no-kill shelter that rescues animals that are about to be euthanized. Robert and I took a ride up there a few weeks ago looking for a forever friend, and were very impressed with the facilities. The dogs had huge outside play areas to run around in, and decent size kennels inside. Plus, it did not smell. The Second Chance put on a run August 2nd -- “Bikers for Paws” -and our newest members Jules, Jan and Rod got up super-early to get to Flagstaff and help with the run. Thank you so much for being a great representative of our district. Also, thanks to all the members who participated in the run and helped Kevin with his great cause.
White Mountain District
R im Country District
Submitted by Wild Bill Hulsey
Submitted by Lynn and T-Ray
Greetings from the White Mountain District. Yes, it has been a while since we checked in.
Greetings to all our fellow bikers!
This year’s “Run with the Wolf Rally” was a bit slow, but the riders who were there were greatly appreciated. In August, Tucson Electric Power donated $500 dollars to the White Mountain District of the MMA-AZ. Pictured from left to right in the photo are Rich Tuminello, Carlene and Wild Bill Hulsey, Mike Wilson and Tim Thacker from TEP, kneeling is Kim Defore. Thank you Tucson Electric Power for supporting the MMA of Arizona! I’ve also included a picture of our Look Twice for Motorcycle sign in Springerville located at the corner of Route 60 and Mountain Avenue. We will have 2 more in the area soon. On Saturday, July 20th -the day of the MMA Board meeting -- my wife and fellow BOD member Carlene was celebrating a special birthday. A big thank you to Lee and Deb for their help to make Carlene`s birthday a good one at the State Board meeting. Our special thanks go to Nate of Nate’s Cowboy Café for the wonderful birthday cake in Carlene’s favorite flavors. Slight typo on the cake.
Our next event is going be killer -- Camp-n-Jam, August 29-31. Be sure to mark this on your To-Do list, you won’t want to miss it. A beautiful ride to a great location -Double D’s in Christopher Creek! Hope to see you there. Our most recent meeting was at the Flying Grizzlies in beautiful Strawberry. We had great attendance with the addition of new members. Welcome to all! We also had the nomination of our new activities directors -- my husband and me, Lynn and T-Ray Sagvold. Yeah, we’re back and loving it up here. We really appreciate the ability to participate in the MMA again. It’s all about the rights and safety of bikers! I got the wonderful opportunity to proxy for one of our board members at Nate’s in Verde Valley. As a past board member, I am truly impressed with the streamlined organization of the MMA. Way to go Mr. Chairman and Board! Food was great, too! Read the District Report from Verde Valley (last issue) and picked up on a “self” invitation. Y’all don’t need an invite, just come on up! The cooler weather up here should be the biggest incentive, not to mention the company you will run into -- toot toot! I would love to get together with other districts and plan another tri-district event again. Let’s chat about that when you get here. Is there any other district that wants to jump in…? I guess that’s all for now. Remember, ride safe and aware!
There is so much coming up in the next few months that we will be involved in -- Thunder Valley Rally, Fall Festival and Slice of Hope just to name a few. We are always looking for members who like to help with a cause, share awareness of bikers and safety, and have a darn good time. If that is you, come check us out.
$3,000.00 of Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
Casa Grande District Submitted Michele Rodriguez
To all MMA-AZ Members
The Casa Grande District met at The Airport Tavern for our August meeting. We had an exciting and productive gathering because we firmed up the details for our upcoming Casa Grande MMA Back to School Fun Run. We will be holding this event on 9-27-14 as our yearly fund raiser and will be helping out elementary students in the local school district. We discussed the scheduled stops, start time, entry fees, entertainment and food provider. We have a route worked out that will be 106.7 miles long if you make all the stops. We will be rolling the dice at each stop and adding up points to determine the winner. The event will also include a raffle and a 50/50 drawing at the end stop in Village Park on Pinal Blvd in Casa Grande. All of the members present are excited about the plans and we are hoping for a large turnout from the community. Our flyer for the event will be completed shortly and distributed to all the participating bars and restaurants in the next couple of weeks. Come on out and support the schools -there are many children returning to school without the needed supplies.
What a great year we have had in the Rim Country so far. We all got wild at “Wild in the Weeds” held at Jakes Corner, AZ. Many thanks to Jakes Corner for a fabulous venue! Then we got all cleaned up at the Bikini Bike Wash. If y’all didn’t get a chance to attend, let me tell you, there were a lot of teenie-weenie bikinis there! Despite some rain spitting, all the bikes got washed, the band (The Mods) was terrific, there were raffles galore and merchandise mania! Thanks to the Jernigan House for a great location, magnificent crew and of course the water. Great fun was had by all and thanks for all who attended. Congrats to Jerry for winning People’s Choice in the Bike Show. The wet T-Shirt contest was a great success; a lot of pairs showed up, wink! See pictures on Page 11 of this issue of the Patriot.
I am pleased to announce that all Members of MMA-AZ now have their Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance increased from ($2,500.00) Two Thousand Five Dollars to ($3,000.00) Three Thousand Dollars. A MMA-Az State Officer will personally be mailing out this announcement with A.I.L. information in the very near future.
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We filled one of the empty positions in our district and are happy to report that Tom Corr has been voted in as our new ADM. Thanks Tom for filling this important spot. Your knowledge and experience is greatly appreciated.
Please remember that if you want to be contacted by a A.I.L. Representative you must mail in their correspondence that will be in the letter that we are sending. If you DO NOT want to be contacted by an A.I.L. Representative DO NOT send this information in to A.I.L . They do not have your contact information unless you send in their reply card. It's that simple -- you need to do nothing to have this increase to ($3000.00) Three thousand dollars of Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. If you have been thinking about getting more insurance or any other type of insurance --- by all means please use the Insurance Company that is sponsoring this $3,000.00 of Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance benefit to us (MMA-AZ Members.) Below is the web site and phone contact for American Income Life Insurance Company for MMA-AZ Members.www.ailife.com/benefits/SGLLB 1-800-4951213 Remember -if you DO NOT want to be contacted DO NOT send it in.-That's the way it works. C J Swinford -602-788-2088 - CJ@MMA-AZ.ORG Update - The ACMC now has AIL insurance for their members. MMA is a member of the ACMC. This now entitles MMA members to an additional $2500 in Insurance coverance.
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Women In Motorcycling - Continued the way for women motorcycle riders by redefining the traditional roles women held in motorcycling. Wallach was influential in the establishment of WIMA and went on to become the association’s first vice president. She never owned a car and held her motorcycle license until the age of 88.
Pet Corner Information brought to you by Julie Cissne Although most of the extreme heat has passed, we still need to be concerned for our pets in Arizona, mainly here in the valley, as the temps still stay up in the 100’s usually into October.Keep your pets cool, provide plenty of shade and water.
Women Motorcycle Riders of Today Becky Brown is the founder of an international women’s motorcycle riding organization, called Women in the Wind (WITW). In 1979, it grew from 10 women to more than 70 individual chapters and more than 1,400 members in the U.S., England and Australia by the 2000s. Her story was the inspiration behind the film, "She Lives to Ride" as documented by filmmaker Alice Stone, which portrayed a positive image of women motorcycle riders. Brown’s influence has increased the number of women motorcyclists worldwide and initiated the development of industry publications, clubs, as well as clothing makers and bike manufacturers developing products that fit a woman’s smaller frame. Famous women motorcycle riders of today, include Samaire Armstrong, Brigitte Bardot, Victoria Beckham, Cher, Catherine Bell, Courtney Cox, Molly Culver, Joan Jett, Angelina Jolie, Wynona Judd, Queen Latifa, KD Lang, Alanis Morrisette, Pink, Niki Taylor, Tanya Tucker, Charlize Theron; Chae An, a well-known sportswoman and Lauren Hutton, who is the first vice-president of the Guggenheim Museum Motorcycle Club. Since the 1900s, women motorcyclists have continued to break down gender, stereotypical and cultural barriers by being inspirational role models and enabling women worldwide to become courageous in their own aspirations to ride. Women motorcycle riders continue to encourage the growth of the motorcycle industry by teaching them the skills they need to ride safely, as well as contributing to the demand for motorcycles and riding accessories designed for female consumers.
"hEATSTROKE CAN BE DEADLY" "Keep you dog healthy & happy by learning what to watch for.
COMMON SIGN OF HE ATSTR OK E INCLUDE : • • • • • • • • • • • •
Excessive or exaggerated panting Lethargy Weakness Drooling high Fever Dark red gums Rapid heartbeat Unresponsiveness to commands & surroundings Vomiting Collapse Staring/anxious expression Warm/dry skin
If you think your dog may have heatstroke, head straight to your vet's office. It could save your dogs life!"
With the temps starting to cool down for us here in Arizona, pets will start being outdoors more often as the extreme heats have now past. These are things to be aware of in grassy areas and around the house and yard in general.
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NCOM BIKER NEWSBYTES
Patriot Guard Riders
Compiled & Edited by Bill Bish, National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM)
Submitted by Tom Burns My name is Tom Burns and I’m a member and Ride Captain for the Patriot Guard Riders in Arizona. I am sending the enclosed flyer to make folks aware of who, what and why the Patriot Guard exists and to let other riders in Arizona be aware of the opportunity to participate in showing sincere respect to those who stood for us.
MOTORCYCLE BILL AIMS TO BRING EQUAL TREATMENT IN SOUTh CAROLINA. This legislation, sponsored by Rep. Todd Atwater (RLexington), amends the Code of South Carolina to keep local law enforcement agencies from denying access to motorcyclists on public highways, bridges, parking garages and essentially any publicly funded areas. A lot of local motorcycle groups supported this bill, many feeling that law enforcement has not treated them right for a long time and they say they're ready for a change. "There's few municipalities, in particular, that want to stop motorcycles from parking in publicly funded taxpayer areas," said one ABATE spokesperson. "If tax payers are paying for a garage, then they should not be allowed to tell us we can't park there."
The Patriot Guard Riders is a 100% volunteer, federally-registered 501(c) 3 non-profit organization formed to ensure dignity and respect at memorial services honoring Fallen Military Heroes, First Responders and Honorably Discharged Veterans.” The Patriot Guard Riders is an IRS-approved 501(c) 3 charitable organization. We are not a protest or counter-protest group; in fact, we shy away from politics as much as possible. We are not a motorcycle club or “gang.” However, we do have a chain of command that includes a State Captain, 5 Assistant State Captains and multiple Ride Captains. We also have a “Help on the Homefront” (HOTH) coordinator, a Native American Liaison, and a Military Liaison. For every mission Patriot Guards perform, we attempt to have someone act as the “Ride Captain” to coordinate activities and ensure the mission runs as smoothly as possible.
Under the bill, cities and counties have to make reasonable accommodations for motorcycle parking in lots and garages. "All this bill is about is equal access, this is making sure that when you go to any city in this state that if you have a motorcycle you have a place to park,” said the governor who is also an ABATE member, adding; "As long as I have been in office, ABATE has been my friends, and that's because they fight for all the right things; they've always fought for safety, they've always fought for individual rights, they've always fought to make sure that people have the liberties they should have." MISSOURI LIFTS BAN ON SUNDAY CYCLE SALES Due to so-called "Blue Laws" influenced by early religious edicts, vehicle sales are prohibited on the Sabbath in several states, but Missouri recently joined a growing list of states that are repealing these outdated bans. Governor Jay Nixon signed HB1735 on Monday, June 23rd that will lift a ban on Sunday sales of motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, personal watercraft and other items typically sold by power-sports dealers. The legislation was championed by motorcycle riders and at least one Harley-Davidson dealer from the Kansas City area, who told lawmakers that he was losing Sunday business to a competitor in Kansas. When the measure takes effect August 28, Missouri will join Indiana, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York and Maryland in removing their Sunday sales bans over the past few years. Other states that currently prohibit the Sunday sales of motorcycles and automobiles are Colorado, Illinois, Iowa, Louisiana, Maine, Minnesota, Oklahoma, North Dakota and Wisconsin. The Missouri legislation does not repeal the state's ban on Sunday sales of cars and trucks. UTAh LAWMAKERS URGED TO “GET AhEAD” OF OUTLAW BIKERS A perceived proliferation of outlaw motorcycle “gangs” in Utah has led a veteran police officer to warn lawmakers that they need to get ahead of the curve. "There's been a 300 percent increase in the members of outlaw motorcycle gangs in Utah, compared to what we experienced five years ago," Utah County Sheriff's Sgt. Lane Critser told members of the Legislature's Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Interim Committee on Wednesday, July 16. Critser, who has worked in gang enforcement since 2008, said the proliferation of gangs and gang members could be attributed to multiple factors. Utah is an "untouched" state, meaning no gang has claimed territory as its own. Also, law enforcement in Utah is unaccustomed to dealing with outlaw motorcycle gangs on a regular basis, he said. "It's like a gold rush. Everybody is trying to get here and establish dominance in the state so they can run a variety of their criminal activities and make their money in the state," Critser testified to the committee. The state also is becoming increasingly attractive to members of outlaw motorcycle clubs because Utah is largely rural, said Rep. Paul Ray (R-Clearfield), pointing out that a number of clubs have hosted runs in Utah, including one where several members racked up citations for multiple violations in numerous counties en route to Weber County, and "By the time they got there, they just turned around and went home. They didn’t want to deal with it any more," Ray said. "Really, you've got to make it expensive and uncomfortable for these guys and they won't want to stick around." Continued Page 19
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Biker Vittles From the Table of the Vittle King Once again we have arrived into the months ending in “ber” which mean fall and winter are quickly approaching. This is always my favorite time of year with cooler temps and smells of the season. We had one contribution this issue, but I have also included some fall favorites. Enjoy!
B uffalo Chicken Sandwiches Submitted By Tom Coor 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 1 (2 ounce) bottle hot pepper sauce 1 (5 ounce) bottle green hot pepper sauce 2 teaspoons paprika, divided 1 red onion, sliced in rings 4 slices tomato 4 leaves lettuce 4 thick slices French baguette, halved
While he offered no details, Ray said he intends to introduce a gang initiative during the 2015 legislative session. BERLIN BANS hELLS ANGELS LOGO Outlawing the motorcycle club’s symbols represents the latest weapon in a fight to stop Germany’s ‘rocker wars.’ In the latest salvo of a battle to rein in outlaw motorcycle clubs, authorities in Berlin are hitting the global Hells Angels brand where it hurts most: the logo. Last month, the signature winged death's head and “Hells Angels” label featured on the motorcycle club's “cut,” or leather vest, were banned in the capital as the symbols of a criminal organization.
Preheat oven to Broil. Place chicken in a foil-lined broiling pan. Pour hot pepper sauce and green hot pepper sauce over chicken, then sprinkle with paprika. Top with onion slices. Broil for 15 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear. Place each breast half on bottom half of sliced baguette; top with tomato, lettuce and top half of baguette to serve
Slow-Cooker B rat and Sauerkraut Soup 1 pound uncooked bratwurst, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices 1 pound tiny new red potatoes, cut into quarters 2 small onions, cut into 1/4-inch wedges or coarsely chopped 1 cup sliced celery 2 cloves garlic, minced 3 bay leaves 1 14 1/2 - ounce can Bavarian-style sauerkraut 2 14 1/2 - ounce cans lower-sodium beef broth 1 tablespoon spicy brown mustard 1 tablespoon cider vinegar 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon fennel seeds, crushed 1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds Sour cream (optional)
According to GlobalPost, a Hamburg judge outlawed Germany's first Hells Angels charter in the city in 1983, but the Hells Angels as an organization have never before been banned across Germany. Now the prohibition of the iconic logo has come about through an ironic twist. When a former member of the banned Hamburg charter appealed to the court in April to be allowed to wear the club's “colors,” the judge interpreted the original ruling to mean that the Hells Angels logo is illegal not only in Hamburg, but throughout the country. “Now, all the other regions in Germany are thinking about that judgment,” said detective superintendent Matthias Frohn, deputy head of the Berlin police division responsible for curtailing the city's motorcycle gangs. Frohn says it remains to be seen whether the broader ban on the club’s logo will be enough to finally scatter the gang. NCOM REGION 1 MEETING & SEMINAR, OCTOBER 25Th IN PORTLAND, OREGON The National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM) will host an NCOM Region 1 Meeting& Seminar on Saturday, October 25 at the Holiday Inn - Portland Airport, 8439 N.E. Columbia Blvd in Portland, Oregon (503) 256-5000.
Directions In a large skillet, cook bratwurst slices over medium-high heat for 3 to 4 minutes or until browned on all sides, stirring frequently. Remove from skillet and set aside. In a 4- to 5-quart slow cooker, combine potatoes, onions, celery, garlic and bay leaves. Top with browned bratwurst and sauerkraut. In a large bowl, whisk together broth, mustard, vinegar, paprika, fennel seeds and caraway seeds. Pour into cooker. Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 6 to 7 hours or on high-heat setting for 3 to 3 1/2 hours. Discard the bay leaves. If desired, top each serving with sour cream.
Chocolate P um pkin Cake 1 cup canned pumpkin 1/2 cup buttermilk 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup packed brown sugar 1 tablespoon vanilla 4 eggs Chocolate curls 4 drinking straws
NCOM Region 1 comprises the states of Alaska, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Oregon and Washington, and this annual Coming Together will feature a seminar on the Defender Program & Freedom of the Road Throughout the Nation talk by Paul Landers, U.S. Defender Lt Commander and Liaison for COCs Texas; “Profiling the Big Win in Washington” by “Double D” & Twitch Outsiders M/C, Washington State COC; and a seminar on Legal Issues by Washington Aid to Injured Motorcyclists (A.I.M.) Attorney Marty Fox and Oregon A.I.M. Attorney Sam Hochberg. A Regional Meeting will include discussions from participating state organizations, and continue with a Confederation of Clubs Meeting with reports from representatives of each Confederation present, and conclude with a Christian Unity Seminar and Meeting. WEIRD NEWS: WhAT’S A “BIKER”? Do you identify yourself as a “biker,” a “motorcyclist,” or a “rider”? To some motorcycle riders, the terms are fairly interchangeable. To others, the terms are more finely nuanced, as the people behind the Oxford English Dictionary recently discovered.
Milk Chocolate Ganache 3/4 cup whippping cream 1 11 1/2 - ounce package milk chocolate pieces
Last February, the online edition for the Oxford English Dictionary rewrote its definition for “biker” after receiving complaints from motorcyclists. Riders took exception to the old definition which read: “a motorcyclist, especially one who is a member of a gang: a long-haired biker in dirty denims.”
Pumpkin Whipped Cream Topping 2 cups whipping cream 3/4 cup canned pumpkin 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice 2 cups powdered sugar Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour two 8x8x2-inch square baking pans; set aside. In a small bowl, combine pumpkin and buttermilk; set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla together on medium to high speed until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Alternately add flour mixture and pumpkin mixture, beating on low speed just until combined. Beat on medium to high speed for 20 seconds more. Spread batter into prepared pans. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until a wooden toothpick inserted near center comes out clean. Cool layers in pans on wire racks for 10 minutes. Remove layers from pans. Cool thoroughly on wire racks Meanwhile, prepare ganache. In a medium sauscepan, bring 3/4 cup cream just to boiling over medium-high heat. Remove from heat. Add chocolate pieces (do not stir). Let stand for 5 minutes. Stir until smooth. Let stand for 1 to 2 hours or until slightly thickened. Pour the ganache over the cool cake layers. (Place a piece of waxed paper under the wire racks to catch drips.) Let stand for 1 to 2 hours, until ganache sets.
In a poll of 524 motorcycle riders, nearly three-quarters of them said the definition was inaccurate, while 60% said it was “dated and irrelevant.” Another 21% had a more passionate reaction, saying they were “outraged and offended.” In response, the Oxford University Press, which publishes the OED, updated the definition to read: “a motorcyclist, especially one who is a member of a gang or group: a biker was involved in a collision with a car.”We’re not sure that’s much better, but then we don’t represent ourselves to be the “most comprehensive dictionary of the English language.”
Meanwhile, prepare topping. In a chilled large mixing bowl, beat 2 cups cream, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, the cinnamon and allspice until soft peaks form. Fold in 3/4 cup pumpkin and remaining powdered sugar. Beat on medium speed until stiff peaks form. Chill the topping for 1 hour. To assemble, place one cake layer on serving platter. If you like, insert four drinking straws to help support the top layer. Snip the straws with scissors about 3/4 inch above the ganache. Spread about 2 cups topping over cake layer. Gently place second cake layer on top. Put topping into a pastry bag (or a baggie with corner cut out). Pipe topping on cake in nine large swirls. Garnish with chocolate curls. Serve immediately; chill leftovers.
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