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JANUARY 2014
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MAPLA 2nd Military Appreciation Part Deux
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Staff Editorial Letters From Ya’ll Pet Adoption Safety Chat NCOM Biker Newsbytes Biker Life & Culture Recipe of the Month Hog Humor Geezer Column Calendar Tribute to Lady Bikers Riding on a Wing and a Prayer Veterans Column & Military MCs Bartender of the Month Bike of the Month Biker Bands Military MC’s Bike Night LA Motorcycle Clubs and Organizations
The Blue Knights La. Chapter II Poker Run Ride of the BROTHERHOOD Jandy Imports Anniversary Party Green Knights “Defender Z” Poker Run The Adventures of Biker Billy Part 2 ABATE ABATE Magnolia School Toy Run Tips For Your Ride The SOund of Freedom
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@Connections Armadillo Automotive Company, LLC Blanchard’s Trailer Unlimited of LA. LLC Bobby D’s Boomerangs Cenla Lubricants, LLC Crescent City Choppers Daniel Wedge IV Benefit Fat Cat Saloon GeraGear Leather Handyman Kirk Gros Harley-Davidson New Orleans Just One More John Bennette Benefit Mike Cat’s Cycle Works Moe’s and Big D’s Stumble In Paul Miller’s Motorcycle Specialties Performance Custom Interiors Pit Stop West Plaisance’s Bar Precision Ink Ram Rod’s Saloon Screwie Louie Tattoos Shovelhead’s Leathershop S&S Drilling Smitty’s Cycles The Swamp Inn Lounge T Cupp’s T.T.T.’s
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STAFF
UNCLE JERRY
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
RACHAEL LOFTON
SALES REP Orleans Parish
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LOREN WILLIAMS ASS’T EDITOR & SALES
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St. Tamnney, Washington Parish, St. Bernard Parish
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Central Louisiana
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JOY SCHILLING
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MELANIE FORMAN
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Staff Writers Jerry Maye, USMC (Ret), Fred Fuentes, Pat “RoadHog” Patterson, Richard “Doc” Borja
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“SALES REPS NEEDED” Get Paid to be a biker and do something you love. Rubber Down Magazine is hiring Sales Staff F/T or P/ T for the following areas. Baton Rouge & Surrounding Areas, Hammond & Ponchatoula, New Orleans, Denham Springs, Prarieville, Gonzales If you have a Cell Phone, Decent Camera (cell phone ok) Basic Computer Skills Biker Enthusiast (Bike Not Needed) Sales Experience Preferred, but will train. If you checked YES to all of the above call me today or email me. “Uncle Jerry” Editor-in-Charge (504)231-0266 uncle.jerry@att.net RUBBER DOWN MAGAZINE
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A WORD FROM THE EDITOR
HAPPY NEW YEAR!! Myself & all the Rubber Down staff wish all our readers a very Happy New Year. The last two months have been a nonstop effort by myself, my writers, photographers and my dedicated sales staff. I cannot write this without acknowledging one very important person , Bradley Medina, our Graphic Artist has been working non-stop to keep up with all my requests. Its because of him, that this publication is getting more and more attention and looking like a first rate magazine. Thanks Bradley, you are very much appreciated. In the next coming months we expect to expand our magazines to new areas of Louisiana, but for right now we are staying only 200 miles out of our home base in New Orleans. We are now up to 15 sales reps, 4 writers, 2 photographers & me (I take out the trash). Well someone has to do it! Still looking to fill more areas with reps. Appearing in the next issue, we will have our Food Editor, “Doc” give you the skinny on some new restaurants in our beautiful state. I am looking forwards to seeing some new eatery joints. Remember out FREE policy, any organization 501. C3 or Biker Benefit for our brothers & sisters can get a free 1/4 PG ad for one month and any Animal Adoption center can get into our Pet section at no charge. Both of these services are a first come, first served. Well that’s it for this month, until we meet again, Ride safe, stay sober, watch out for cages and keep “THE RUBBER SIDE DOWN”
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Contact Uncle Jerry at (504)231-0266
by: Uncle Jerry
Editor-in-Chief In an effort to keep the calendar and all local event information available to our readers and you, the riders, please email Rubber Down magazine with all your events and rides. We will publish your events as long as it comes in a timely manner. All events received after the 23/24 of the month, will be published the next month.
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Letters From Ya’ll “Only comments about Rubber Down Magazine will be accepted & printed, depending on Editors decision.” Pat “Road Hog” Patterson I read your article in Rubber Down Magazine and it brought back 2 memories. I agree with you strongly about the term “Brotherhood”. The weekend of Katrina my wife and I was in Chattanooga Ten. attending the International Hog Rally. On Saturday we were sitting on the levee having a few brews and listening to Steppenwolf when we received a phone call from the in-laws informing us that the hurricane is heading for New Orleans. Because of the brews we went back to the hotel and got some sleep before we headed home. We left the hotel at sun up and headed south. When we arrived at Meridian Ms. we were informed that I-59 south was closed. I exited I-59 to US-11 and continued south until I approached a I-59 on ramp. Being in a hurry to get home I figured I-59 would be the fastest route so I went around the barricade onto I-59. It was deserted, no traffic in either direction. Not knowing this was what we would be facing I didn’t think I would have trouble finding fuel, boy, was I wrong. 6 miles north of exit 126, Pachuta Ms., we ran out of gas. Not seeing a single vehicle since returning to I-59 the only option was to push my 2005 Ultra Classic south while the wife walked behind wearing her Harley boots and of course they had a high heel. Needless to say neither of us was in a pleasant mood. It didn’t help matter that a caravan of ambulances and emergency vehicles passed. They didn’t even slow down. At mile marker 129 a motorcycle rider on a loaded down Road King past us heading north. Even though he waved and considering the evacuation, didn’t expect what would happen. After a couple of minutes this same rider on his Road King pulled up behind me. When I told him my situation he informed us that he just stopped at exit 126 and there was a open gas station. Without hesitation he offered to ride one of us to the station for gas. I looked at my wife and gave her a choice, even though I was little uncomfortable with either one, to stay with the bike or ride with him. She selected to go with him. We unloaded his Road King and off they went. Approximately a half hour passed and they hadn’t returned so yes I became more concerned for my wife’s safety. My concerns ended when I heard the pipes of a bike and saw them approaching on the north bound sided. As they passed my wife held up a gallon milk jug. Shortly after they pulled up behind and she got off the bike and had one of the biggest smiles along with a gallon of gas. We got my bike started and helped him load his bike. I offered
January 26th, 2014 12:00-5:00 pm Westwego Civic Center 1220 Ave. H Westwego, LA 70094 Donations $5.00 Live Auction Parade of Prizes 50/50 Raffle Food and Deserts will be Sold Cash Bar Sponsered by: Family, Friends, Red Knights La. 1, Local Fire Departments.
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him some money for his help and he declined it but did ask that I would return the favor by never passing a bike stopped on side of a road. I assured him that I have always believed in helping fellow riders and I don’t plan on stopping. We shook hands and he pulled off. In the mix of all the chaos I realized that I never got his name. I turned to the wife and asked if she knew it and her response was, “no and he even paid for the gallon of gas.” That wasn’t the only time. In June 2012 while on a cross country rally raising money for a young boy with autism I wiped out 40 miles East of Flagstaff, Az. on I-40. I can’t explain what happened because I have no memory of the accident. All that I have been told was that, in speaking to my wife who was monitoring my ride with a satellite tracker, my signal stopped at approximately 11am (8am Arizona time) but 911 wasn’t called until 9:20am. When the state police arrived there was 4 bikes parked on side of the road and the riders were standing in the median of the interstate surrounded by motorcycle pieces. They told the police that they saw me trying to stand up and no one was helping. When the emergency unit arrived they asset and secured me for helicopter transport to a CCU in Flagstaff where it was determined that I had 11 broken ribs (5 with multi breaks), broken clavicle, broken back, crushed vertebrate in my neck, both lungs punctured and a concussion. I was told if it wasn’t for those for riders I would not have made it. When the state police were asked if they had the names of the riders I was informed that they didn’t that almost as soon as they arrived they got on their bikes and left. All he could say was they were wearing leather and from what was stated there was a skull patch and bottom rocker “California”. True Brotherhood has no limit nor prejudice. God Bless’em I would like to recognize and thank Rubber Down Magazine for putting together a rag that is truly dedicated to the riders. The articles are informative and, in my case, can relate to them. Please keep up the good work because we need a STRONG and QUALITY magazine representing the MC community. There have been others who tried but they forget about us riders. Keep up the great work and NEVER PASS UP A DOWN RIDER!
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3 Year old son of: Danny & Michelle Wedge. Danny is a Dispatcher and Firefighter for Jefferson Parish. Michelle is a Dental Office Manager and Transport Coordinator for Animal Rescue. Immediately after “Pooter’s” 3 year old checkup he was diagnosed with T CELL LEUKEMIA. This Benefit is ot help the family with financial support. All proceeds will be for the benefit of The Wedge Family.
Live Entertainment Creole Soul Band Ronnie Boudreaux Brian Melacon Mike Clement Special Guest Aaron Foret Brandon Foret Tet Dur Danny Alexander Duane Schurb Sketter Thomaisse Rod Schouest And Many More Guests
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Dag’s House provides a place for dog owners to access information, education and services to ensure overall well-being, increase fitness and improve the quality of life of their dog. Working closely with veterinarians and other pet healthcare professionals, Dag’s House requires a referral from your veterinarian. The services offered by Dag’s House are designed to complement the care of your veterinarian and are not a substitute for appropriate veterinary care. Dag’s House is a boarding and daycare facility combined with a canine rehabilitation and fitness center focusing on the wellness of special needs dogs. Located in Marrero, La we have 2.5 acres of outdoor space dedicated to relaxation, play, endurance training and conditioning. Recognizing the need for a cohesive group of experts dedicated to the health and well being of special needs dogs, Dag’s House facilitates an integrated approach to canine rehabilitation and care. Our staff includes a veterinarian acupuncturist, canine massage practitioners, certified canine rehab practitioners, kennel staff, personal trainers, and an obedience trainer. The Dag’s House Foundation is comprised of a group of people who care deeply about Dag’s House, and the future of our not-for-profit organization. Its purpose is to support our mission through the help of fund-raising, donations, and grants. Please contact us for more information on how you can become involved with Dag’s House Foundation, or visit us on Facebook to make a donation. Stacy Chiasson Director of Canine Rehabilitation and Fitness stacyatdags@gmail.com Dag’s House- Housing and Fitness for Special Needs Dogs 5316 August Ave. Marrero, LA 70072 p: 504-218-7271 f: 504-333-6364 www.dagshouse.com http://www.facebook.com/dagshouse
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Joey Thomas Band
Connie, Rorrie & Stella Volunteers
Shawn & Peggy Cronan - Founders Cathy & Tonya
The Band “New Orleans Quarter Notes”
Cathy, Eddie, Terry
The Band “The Dirty Ape Band”
Gumbo & Rob Haness Running for LA State Senate
The Band “Cypress” Catfish & Pops
2nd Military Appreciation Part Deux
MAPLA
The Band “Just Right”
Photos by Uncle Jerry, Karen & Bruce LeBlanc
Kickstart, Big John & Lori
NOLA Color Gaurd
Rodent Control
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One of my favorite charities is MILITARY ADVOCACY PROJECT of New Orleans, an organization that gives back to our Louisiana Military & families. Nov 2 & 3 of this year, that’s what happened. MAPLA & BIG AL’s Saloon in Harvey held the 2nd Military Appreciation Part Deux. Beautiful weather was on the slate with bands, good food & cold, cold beer. This event featured vendors of all kinds and great food served up by Big Al himself with his catering business and eight bands, a kids zone, snowball truck & the blood center came by on Sunday to collect blood for the blood bank. Big Al and a group of friends got together and built a Shovelhead motorcycle from scratch for MAPLA to auction off later this year. As you can see from the photos, she’s a beauty. As soon as the bike is completed, MAPLA will set up a raffle to sell chances to win this beautiful work of art. More info In this rag will follow. Sat started out with Joey Thomas, a local C&W artist singing the National Anthem and a prayer by my good friend James White. Then Joey came back with his two piece combo and played good music for folks to dance to. Next up was The New Orleans Quarter Notes playing old favorites with their 10 piece band followed by The Just right Band slinging out some good ole Gospel & Soul favorites, man they are sure hot. Cypress, the forever young band, these guys don’t age, just get better & better. The last band for the day was the Dirty Ape Band, they played a lot of rock that the
The Band “Gal Holiday”
Cathy & Peggy Connie & Uncle Jerry with Mellisa
Bayou Leather
Gal Holiday with Brian (Bike Builder)
MOTORCYCLES, CARS, TRUCKS The Band “Under Review” crowd went wild about. This was not a biker event, but the Blue Knight MC had a poker run this day and Big Al’s was one of the stops. Plenty of bikes roared in, but they could not stay, but a lot of them did come back later to party. Sunday, another great day with plenty of sunshine, but not as crowded as Sat, but just as good with the musical talent lined up. First up was a great Country Band called Gal Holiday & the Honkey Tonk Revue. Their music was pure solid gold Country. I always enjoy seeing & hearing them play. That’s my kind of music. Next was my friend and a good friend of MAPLA Keith with Under Review Band, always a crowd pleaser with their rock sound. Cypress was the next band up with their fantastic sound. You know, they never get old, I always enjoy hearing them play. Closing out the night was my good friend Maxie with The Tricks band, a for the another fantastic band that can play anything and every kind of music around. By the way all these bands donated their time & talent for the military, so the next time you hear of these bands playing, go out to see them and thank them for all they do. This benefit was sponsored by, WRNO (Rush Radio), Alliance Refinery, Big Al’s, and Entergy. But it was really sponsored by the people that came out to support the military to give thanks for all they do for us to keep us free.
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“If its broke, I can fix it.”
“UNCLE JERRY” EDITOR, RUBBER DOWN AND DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS, MAPLA
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Al and his new girlfriend.
Ever been on a nice leisurely ride through some gentle curves and then you get spooked by an oncoming vehicle (typically coming from your right) and instinct tells you to look down at the middle line / vehicle area to make sure you’re on your side of the road and you have a semi-OHNO moment for about 3-5 seconds? Trust me, we all have and in my experience it’s not fun at all. So how can we prepare for this drawer staining event and take action to reduce target fixation? Well, the first thing would be to PRACTICE SLPR:
* SLOW DOWN to entry speed (described as a speed which allows steady throttle or gentle roll on the throttle throughout the curve). * Look in the direction you want to go NOT at the oncoming vehicle. What works for me, I typically would create a boxed area out in front of me with head and eyes UP and look away from the oncoming vehicle. Yes, this takes practice since your instinct tells you otherwise. * Press forward on the handle grip in the direction you want to go. (Press right go right, press left go left) * Roll on the throttle - You can use steady throttle or GENTLY roll on the throttle. With a smidgen of power to the rear wheel your motorcycle is actually more stable when you press in the direction you want to do. Ride safe and we’ll see you out there. Regards, Jerry Maye, MSF RiderCoach, Rider’s Edge Instructor
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Expert studies describe target fixation is a process by which the brain is focused so intently on an observed object that awareness of other obstacles or hazards can diminish. This is so true for motorcycle riders since one typically will tend to go where they are looking. Example would be in an avoidance scenario, the observer can become so fixated on the target that they will forget to take the necessary action to avoid it, thus colliding with the object.
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The Blue Knights La. Chapter II Poker Run 2013 Photos and Story by Bruce LeBlanc The Blue Knights La. Chapter II hosted their annual poker run on November 2, 2013. This event is a fundraiser to benefit Fallen Police Officers and other local charities such as Magnolia School. As I arrived at Harley Davison Airline under a beautiful blue sky, I knew the turn out would be great with some 330 Motorcyclist participating in this event. Several riders commented on how great the weather was and were glad to support a good cause. I met some that were members of other Blue Knights chapters out of state. As 10:30 AM rolled around bikers were leaving for the first stop on the poker run. The ride took us to Big Al’s Saloon in Harvey, Nola Motor Sports Park, Avondale, McGuire’s Pub, Luling, Bay Café, Metairie, The Kamp, Harahan and then to the party at Rock N’ Bowl. The Blue Knights La II put on a great after ride party with the band “Wise Guys” There also was a silent auction, 50/50 drawing. Liquor Wagon drawing. I saw a lot of my friends trying to win that wagon and trying to figure out how they were going to get it home if they were lucky enough to win it. The men and women of the Blue Knights Chapter II worked hard planning this Poker run and I think they did a great job. It was a lot of fun and this rider is looking forward to next years’ poker run.
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NCOM BIKER NEWSBYTES\ Compiled & Edited by Bill Bish, National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM) THE AIM/NCOM MOTORCYCLE E-NEWS SERVICE is brought to you by Aid to Injured Motorcyclists (A.I.M.) and the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM), and is sponsored by the Law Offices of Richard M. Lester. If you’ve been involved in any kind of accident, call us at 1-(800) ON-A-BIKE or visit www.ON-A-BIKE.com. For a detailed table of contents and pricing information on these insightful CONGRESSMAN DEMANDS ANTI-MOTORCYCLE industry reports, contact Lucintel at (972) 636-5056 or visit www.lucintel. EXPLANATION FROM CDC U.S. Representative Tim Walberg (R-MI), a member of the Congressional Motorcycle Caucus, has sent a letter to the Director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) demanding answers concerning a recent CDC report that aims to discourage motorcycle use while ignoring the positive economic benefits for motorcycle riding. “As an avid and experienced motorcycle rider, I believe government should be in the business of promoting the recreational, economic and environmental benefits of responsible motorcycle riding – not discouraging it,” stated Congressman Walberg in the letter. “During difficult fiscal times, the American people would be better served by your continued efforts to address widespread societal health matters such as virus prevention, cancer and heart disease.” Rep. Walberg was prompted to action by a presentation given by the Helmet Law Review Team of the Community Preventative Services Task Force in late October 2013 which concluded that mandatory helmet laws would “produce substantial economic benefits.” Walberg is troubled by the fact that potential negative impacts on nationwide motorcycling are not addressed and questions whether the CDC should be tasked with researching and making recommendations regarding transportation safety. The Michigan Representative has also been prompted to ask CDC Director Thomas Frieden; “is it the goal or strategy of the CDC to reduce the use of motorcycles - a legal mode of transportation - by recommending and pursing a federal helmet law?”
GLOBAL MOTORCYCLE INDUSTRY PROJECTED EXPANSION
The Global Motorcycle Industry is projected to reach $93.67 Billion by 2017, according to Lucintel, a leading global management consulting and market research firm. Lucintel has analyzed the top five global motorcycle companies and offers its findings in a comprehensive research report in “Top Five Global Motorcycle Companies: Performance, Strategies, and Competitive Analysis.” Lucintel observes the evolving of the global motorcycle industry, competitive landscape, and corporate and marketing strategies adopted by the motorcycle companies as some of the factors to have remarkably impacted the global motorcycle industry dynamics. The market witnessed splendid growth during 2006-2011 but is likely to grow with reduced pace to reach an estimated $93.67 billion by 2017. The competitive landscape of the global motorcycle industry has had fluctuations over the last five years which affected the top five companies. Lucintel found that the market size or revenue, average operating profit, average net profit, and annual growth rate are some of the driving forces of these companies. Buyers power, degree of competition, and threats of new entrants and substitutes also affect this market. Following are the top five companies of the global motorcycle industry: Honda Motor Company Limited; Yamaha Motor Company Limited; Hero MotoCorp Limited; Bajaj Auto Limited; and Harley–Davidson Incorporation. Developing regions, such as Asia and Latin America, which perceive two-wheelers as a basic mode of transportation, are expected to remain the most promising markets for scooters, light motorcycles, and mopeds. A combination of factors such as demographic condition, economic condition, and environmental regulations is seen to have important impact on market dynamics.
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U.S. TRAFFIC DEATHS RISE FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE 2005 For six years through 2011, highway accidents and related fatalities declined each year. Improvements in vehicles and other safety education efforts were credited for that downward trend. But for the first time since 2005, that streak ran out, according to figures released recently by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Last year, 33,561 people were killed in highway accidents, up 3.3% from 2011. The increase was reflected across many of the categories that researchers follow, but motorcycle and pedestrian fatalities reflected the highest increases, up 7% and 6% respectively. In addition to the deaths, the NHTSA data showed that nearly 2.4 million people were injured in crashes last year, a 6.5% increase from 2011, although miles driven remained about the same. Despite these increases, the new numbers are still far below the accident rates of the 1970s and 1980s. NHTSA preliminary data for the first six months of 2013 show that 15,470 people have died in crashes so far this year, a decrease of 4.2% compared with the same period last year.
MOTORCYCLISTS SAFER BEHIND THE WHEEL Evidence suggests that roads would be safer if more drivers rode motorcycles, as motorcyclists are safer behind the wheel of a car than non-motorcyclists, according to a leading U.K. insurer. Equity Red Star compared car drivers to car users who also have an insured motorcycle, and found the latter 23% less likely on average to make a claim on their car policy. The firm also adjusted the figures to take into account the different typical ages of car drivers and motorcyclists, and still found the riders to be 21% better behind the wheel. The results showed motorcyclists were 20% less likely to make a bodily injury claim on their car policy. The insurer examined 200 million policies between 2007 and 2012. Rob Clark, Equity Red Star’s Head of Retail Motor, said: “A motorcyclist could, behind the wheel of a car, be said to be 23% better.” Clark presented the data during a conference organized by the Motorcycle Industry Association at the Department for Transport in London to examine evidence that increasing the number of motorcyclists on the road could actually improve safety.
MOTORCYCLE THEFTS DECLINE SLIGHTLY Your motorcycle could be stolen in a New York minute, especially if you live in NYC which is the nation’s capital of motorcycle thievery (903 thefts), followed by swingin’ Las Vegas (757), the National Insurance Crime Bureau reports. Next comes San Diego (633), Indianapolis (584) and Miami (535). Overall, just like when it comes to car thefts, motorcycle thefts have been dropping. In 2012, the year in which the NICB bases its analysis, they amounted to 46,061 ripped-off bikes, down 1% from the year before. Based on National Crime Information Center (NCIC) motorcycle theft data for 2012, Honda was the motorcycle brand stolen most often, with 9,082 for the year (representing 20% of all motorcycles stolen). It was followed by Yamaha (7,517=16%), Suzuki (7,017=15%), Kawasaki (4,839=11%) and Harley-Davidson (3,755=8%), rounding out the top
QUOTABLE QUOTE: “A person may cause evil to others not only by his actions but by his inaction, and in either case he is justly accountable to them for the injury.” ~ John Stuart Mill, (1806-1873) philosopher and economist five makes. When it comes to states, thieves appear to prefer warm weather -- just like all motorcycle riders. California was first (6,082 thefts), followed by Florida (4,110), Texas (3,400), North Carolina (2,574) and Indiana (2,334), and more than twice as many bikes were stolen during summer months than in the winter. Unfortunately, fewer stolen motorcycles are recovered than cars. While 53.9% of stolen cars were returned to their owners, only 39% of motorcycles found their way back. The NICB says that’s because it’s easier to “chop” bikes for their parts, hide them in barns or garages, or ship them out of the country in giant containers.
RECREATIONAL MOTORCYCLISTS ACROSS AUSTRALIA PROTEST ANTI-BIKIE LAWS
Recreational motorcyclists are protesting across Australia to show solidarity against Queensland’s tough new anti-bikie laws. Queensland organizer Gabriel Buckley told the Australian Associated Press (AAP) that the new laws, aimed at criminal “bikie” gangs, have resulted in the harassment of law-abiding motorcyclists. Rallies were planned in major capital cities, with the biggest rally in Brisbane where over a thousand independent riders rallied with patchwearing bikers at parliament house. According to Buckley, a primary concern is that the laws reverse the onus on proof for people accused of links to prescribed criminal gangs. “Some people are being pulled over three times on their way to work,’’ he told AAP. FEDS SET UP ROADBLOCKS TO HARVEST DNA Freedom Riders Victoria spokesman Dale Maggs said Queensland’s antiSAMPLES association laws unfairly affected all motorcyclists and scooter riders, Federal contractors have been setting up roadblocks in cities across the country with the purpose of collecting DNA samples from passing motor- allowing police to stop and question groups of three or more riders. ists. The multi-million dollar federal program has been disturbing drivers Harley Owners Group (HOG) member Stuart told the Leader newspaper that anti-bikie laws targeted 0.3% of Australian crime, referring to and alarming civil libertarians. The checkpoints consist of uniformed agents blocking a public road and flagging drivers into a testing area or a research presented by Victoria University Adjunct Professor, Dr Arthur Veno. “Every time you want to ride with three people it’s a gang? That’s parking lot. There, the drivers are requested to submit a saliva or blood ridiculous. There’s the Ulysses clubs, there’s HOG clubs, there’s Chrissample to the federal government. The roadblocks were part of a study tian movement clubs, there’s even scooter clubs and we’re all tarred with orchestrated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration the same brush and it’s just not right.” (NHTSA). Police and the Newman Government have previously asked recreational The program costs taxpayers $7.9 million over 3 years, according to NBC News Dallas-Fort Worth. The agency confirmed that the operation riders for patience amid the bikie crackdown, but concede there will be disruptions for law-abiding motorcyclists. is currently being launched in 30 different U.S. cities. “How voluntary is it when you have a police officer in uniform flagging you down?” asked Susan Watson, executive director of the Alabama chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union. “Are you going to stop? Yes, you’re going to stop.” “Although this was voluntary it was not voluntary that you stop and hear the DNA for CASH pitch,” said one Alabama resident after experiencing a checkpoint in June. Drivers are offered cash for surrendering DNA samples. The going rate is $10 for a cheek-swab and $50 for blood drawn from the vein. The goal, according to the NHTSA, is to decrease impaired-driving accidents by analyzing raw bodily fluids fresh off the street.
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The Los Angeles City Council has agreed to pay nearly $6 million to a group of police officers who accused their superiors of imposing a secret traffic ticket quota system. The $5.9 million settlement resolves a pair of lawsuits filed in 2010 by 11 LAPD officers assigned to a motorcycle unit. In the lawsuits, the officers detailed what they claimed were strict demands to write at least 18 traffic tickets each shift and that 80% of the citations be for major violations. Officers who failed to meet the alleged ticket minimums or raised concerns about them were reprimanded, denied overtime assignments, given undesirable work schedules, and subjected to other forms of harassment, including being kicked out of the motorcycle unit, according to the L.A. Times. The settlement, approved unanimously, brings to more than $10 million the amount of taxpayer money spent on payouts and legal fees from the ticket quota cases. But that number could grow because one more officer’s case is still pending. The ticket controversy has been a black eye for the Los Angeles Police Department, because ticket quotas are against state law.
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his photograph was the beginning of something great, well actually it started way before this photo was taken but this was the quintessential photo of the Brotherhood of Old School Bikers humble beginnings. It actually started around 2003 when I met Uncle Jerry on a PGR Mission; I later met him again along with Charlie Dawg and Harley Charlie at bike night. I am sure that all of you have at one time or another met someone that you just clicked with immediately, well that was the way it was with all three of these guys, we just clicked. The four of us began to hang out together every bike night and it soon began to be other occasions as well. Soon our small group of four was joined by Crazy Mack and Tophat at the bike night get together. Soon we began to kick around the idea of some kind of organized group to cement us together tighter then just hanging out. Well the idea of the Brotherhood of
Old School Bikers was conceived in 2007 with the five of us who partied together on a regular basis but soon realized that they wanted more then just partying together. Many ideas were proposed and kicked around as to exactly what would be the right avenue and direction to proceed in. In 2008 after a great deal of thought and research it was decided by the founder that the right way to proceed was a biker brotherhood and thus the “Brotherhood of Old School Bikers” was established. Since then we have grown a little with the addition of Brother Pop’s, Kickstart and Catfish and have became one of the best group of Brothers I have ever known. On Tuesday, February 26, 2013 the Brotherhood of Old School Bikers lost one of our Brothers, Brother Charlie (DAWG) Martin, Brother Dawg will never be forgotten. As we start this new year of 2014, on behalf of the entire Brotherhood of Old School Bikers I would like to wish all of you a “Happy and most Prosperous New Year.” I hope that each and every one of you has the best year ever and can share it with someone special.
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A man walked into a supermarket with his zipper down. A lady cashier walked up to him and said, “Your barracks door is open.” Not a phrase that men normally use, he went on his way looking a bit puzzled. When he was about done shopping, a man came up and said, “Your fly is open.” He zipped up and finished his shopping. At the checkout, he intentionally got in the line where the lady was that told him about his “barracks door.” He was planning to have a little fun with her, so when he reached the counter he said, “When you saw my barracks door open, did you see a Marine standing in there at attention?” The lady (naturally smarter than the man) thought for a moment and said “No, no I didn’t. All I saw was a disabled veteran sitting on a couple of old duffel bags.”
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The room was full of pregnant women with their husbands. The instructor said, “Ladies, remember that exercise is good for you. Walking is especially beneficial. It strengthens the pelvic muscles and will make delivery that much easier. Just pace yourself, make plenty of stops and try to stay on a soft surface like grass or a path.” “Gentlemen, remember -you’re in this together. It wouldn’t hurt you to go walking with her. In fact, that shared experience would be good for you both.” The room suddenly became very quiet as the men absorbed this information. After a few moments a man, name unknown, at the back of the room, slowly raised his hand. “Yes?” said the Instructor. “I was just wondering if it would be all right if she carries a golf bag while we walk?” Brings a tear to your eye, doesn’t it? This kind of sensitivity just can’t be taught.
Bob works hard at the office but spends two nights each week bowling, and plays golf every Saturday. His wife thinks he’s pushing himself too hard, so for his birthday she takes him to a local strip club. The doorman at the club greets them and says, “Hey, Bob! How ya doin?” His wife is puzzled and asks if he’s been to this club before. “Oh no,” says Bob. “He’s in my bowling league. When they are seated, a waitress asks Bob if he’d like his usual and brings over a Budweiser. His wife is becoming increasingly uncomfortable and says, “How did she know that you drink Budweiser?” “I recognize her, she’s the waitress from the golf club. I always have a Bud at the end of the 1st nine, honey.” A stripper then comes over to their table, throws her arms around Bob, starts to rub herself all over him and says “Hi Bobby. Want your usual table dance, big boy?” Bob’s wife, now furious, grabs her purse and storms out of the club. Bob follows and spots her getting into a cab. Before she can slam the door, he jumps in beside her. Bob tries desperately to explain how the stripper must have mistaken him for someone else, but his wife is having none of it. She is screaming at him at the top of her lungs, calling him every 4 letter word in the book.. The cabby turns around and says, “Geez Bob, you picked up a real bitch this time.” Bob’s funeral will be on Saturday.
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Joke Submission by Mrs. Roadhog Last night my wife and I were sitting in the living room and I said to her,”I never want to live in a vegetative state, dependent on some machine and fluids from a bottle. If that ever happens, just pull the plug.” She got up, unplugged the computer, and threw out my beer. She’s such a bitch. Comments on Muslims “You might be a muslim if...” 1. You refine heroin for a living, but you have a moral objection to liquor. 2. You own a $3,000 machine gun and $5,000 rocket launcher, but you can’t afford shoes. 3. You have more wives than teeth. 4. You wipe your butt with your bare hand, but consider bacon unclean. 5. You think vests come in two styles: bullet-proof and suicide. 6. You can’t think of anyone you haven’t declared Jihad against. 7. You consider television dangerous, but routinely carry explosives in your clothing. 8. You were amazed to discover that cell phones have uses other than setting off roadside bombs. 9. You have nothing against women and think every man should own at least four. 10. Your cousin is president of the United States
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A man goes into the hospital for a vasectomy. Before the procedure a very attractive nurse comes in and takes his vitals, then tells him to take all of his clothes off. When he is fully undressed she instructs him to lie down on the table. The man obeys. The nurse then takes all of her clothes off and climbs on top and has her way with him. Upon the completion of the act the man catches his breath and asks what that was all about. The nurse informs the patient that studies have shown that before a vasectomy if the man has an ejaculation, he will be more relaxed and that the cord is easier for the surgeon to locate and sever, thereby making the surgery safer, more efficient and quicker. The nurse then wheels the patient to the operating room. While they are going down the hall the patient looks through a window to the right and sees six men in a room masturbating. Curious, the man asks,” What are they doing in there”? The nurse responds, “ They’re preparing for vasectomies too, but you have Blue Cross,... and they have Obama Care.”
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Drafting Guys over 60, written by a Former Soldier. New Direction for any war: Send Service Vets over 60! I am over 60 and the Armed Forces thinks I’m too old to track down terrorists. You can’t be older than 42 to join the military. They’ve got the whole thing ass-backwards. Instead of sending 18-year olds off to fight, they ought to take us old guys. You shouldn’t be able to join a military unit until you’re at least 35. For starters: Researchers say 18year-olds think about sex every 10 seconds. Old guys only think about sex a couple of times a day, leaving us more than 28,000 additional seconds per day to concentrate on the enemy. Young guys haven’t lived long enough to be cranky, and a cranky soldier is a dangerous soldier. ‘My back hurts! I can’t sleep, I’m tired and hungry’ We are impatient and maybe letting us kill some asshole that desperately deserves it will make us feel better and shut us up for a while. An 18-year-old doesn’t even like to get up before 10 a.m. Old guys always get up early to pee so what the hell. Besides, like I said, ‘I’m tired and can’t sleep and since I’m already up, I may as well be up killing some fanatical S-of-a-B....
If captured we couldn’t spill the beans because we’d forget where we put them. In fact, name, rank, and serial number would be a real brainteaser. Boot camp would be easier for old guys. We’re used to getting screamed and yelled at and we’re used to soft food. We’ve also developed an appreciation for guns... We’ve been using them for years as an excuse to get out of the house, away from the screaming and yelling. They could lighten up on the obstacle course however. I’ve been in combat and didn’t see a single 20-foot wall with rope hanging over the side. nor did I ever do any pushups after completing basic training. Actually, the running part is kind of a waste of energy, too. I’ve never seen anyone outrun a bullet. An 18-year-old has the whole world ahead of him. He’s still learning to shave, to start up a conversation with a pretty girl. He still hasn’t figured out that a baseball cap has a brim to shade his eyes, not the back of his head. These are all great reasons to keep our kids at home to learn a little more about life before sending them off into harm’s way. Let us old guys track down those dirty rotten coward terrorists. The last thing an enemy would want to see is a couple of million pissed off old farts with attitudes and automatic weapons who know that their best years are already behind them.***How about recruiting Women over 50 ....with PMS !!! You think Men have attitudes !!! Ohhhhhhhhhhhh my God!!! If nothing else, put them on border patrol....we will have it secured the first night!
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WARNING: Older Men Scam
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Women often receive warnings about protecting themselves at the mall and in dark parking lots, etc. This is the first warning I have seen for men. I wanted to pass it on in case you haven’t heard about it. A ‘heads up’ for those men who may be regular customers at Lowe’s, Home Depot, Costco, or even Wal-Mart. This one caught me totally by surprise. Over the last month I became a victim of a clever scam while out shopping. Simply going out to get supplies has turned out to be quite traumatic. Don’t be naive enough to think it couldn’t happen to you or your friends. Here’s how the scam works; Two nice looking, college-age girls will come over to your car or truck as you are packing your purchases into your vehicle. They both start wiping your windshield with a rag and Windex, with their breasts almost falling out of their skimpy T-shirts. (It’s impossible not to look). When you thank them and offer them a tip, they say ‘No’ but instead ask for a ride to McDonald’s. You agree and they climb into the vehicle. On the way, they start undressing. Then one of them starts crawling all over you, while the other one steals your wallet. I had my wallet stolen Aug. 4th, 9th, 10th, twice on the 15th, again on the 17th, 20th, 24th, and the 29th. Also Sept. 1st, 4th, 8th, twice on the 16th &17th, and very likely again this upcoming weekend. So tell your friends to be careful. What a horrible way to take advantage of us older men. Warn your friends to be vigilant. Wal-Mart has wallets on sale for $2.99 each. I found even cheaper ones for
Russ and Sam, two friends, met in the park every day to feed the pigeons, watch the squirrels and discuss world problems. One day Russ didn’t show up. Sam didn’t think much about it and figured maybe he had a cold or something.. But after Russ hadn’t shown up for a week or so, Sam really got worried. However, since the only time they ever got together was at the park, Sam didn’t know where Russ lived, so he was unable to find out what had happened to him. A month had passed, and Sam figured he had seen the last of Russ, but one day, Sam approached the park and -- lo and behold -- there sat Russ! Sam was very excited and happy to see him and told him so. Then he said, “For crying out loud Russ, what in the world happened to you?” Russ replied, “I have been in jail.” “Jail!” cried Sam. “What in the world for?” “Well,” Russ said, “you know Sue, that cute little blonde waitress at the coffee shop where I sometimes go?” “Yeah,” said Sam, “I remember her. What about her?” “Well, one day she filed rape charges against me; and, at 89 years old, I was so proud that when I got into court, I pleaded “guilty”. “The damn judge gave me 30 days for perjury”.
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Sat. Jan. 25th - Hammond H-D CHILI COOK-OFF Kick off that Cabin Fever! Come by Hammond Harley-Davidson to warm up with a bowl of hot chili, served at noon! Enter a standard 4-6QT crock pot of Chili into the cook-off for a chance to win a $50 store gift card! Winner will be determined by customer votes. To enter your Chili, contact Angel at Hammond H-D (985) 345-8381.
Have More FUN! Have More FUN this year by dropping in for our Indoor Games Day! Participate in the fun and silliness by playing a round of Cornhole, attempt to pin the Muffler on the Motorcycle, guess how many NUTS are in the jar, and more to come! Take a break from the cold, grab a cup of hot coffee from our lounge and have yourself a little fun!! Be sure to get here early to enjoy pancakes cooked by the lovely Ladies of Harley from 9am until 11pm!
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Help Those In Need! Help Those in Need by stopping in to give blood. United Blood Services will be on-site from 9am until 1pm to assist you with your blood donation. We’re all a little tapped out from holiday spending but you can still give to those in need by participating in our blood drive. Head over to our customer lounge afterwards to warm up with some fresh hot coffee, or grab a slice of pizza between 11am and 1pm!
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AN ELVIS BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION! Don’t get “ALL SHOOK UP”, Just put on your “BLUE SUEDE SHOES” and do the “JAILHOUSE ROCK” with Hammond Harley-Davidson! Come in a FULL ELVIS GET-UP & get double loyalty points on a purchase made on January 8th only!
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Greetings everyone. My name is Rebecca Maye and I’m 37 years old and work for a health care management company as their financial accounting supervisor. I first got interested to ride motorcycles when my husband brought home his new 2010 Harley Davidson Road King Classic in August 2010. Not to be out-done, I wanted a bike too. He insisted I take a training course so we settled on the New Orleans Harley Davidson Rider’s Edge new rider’s Program in October 2010. Since then I’ve had 2 motorcycles and 2 trikes - 2008 Harley Davidson 883XL, 2011 Softail Deluxe, 2013 Tri-Glide and now the new 2014 Tri-Glide. All of them have been a wonderful experience and posed significant challenges in their own way. My biggest accomplishment thus far has been to complete a new rider’s course and actually learn to ride the safest possible way (Thanks Bernard Enclard Jr). A fantastic THANK YOU goes out to staff at New Orleans Harley Davidson Rider’s Edge program which started me on my journeys. I’ve clocked over 25,000 miles through 12 States. We’re so excited to start the planning phases of a 14,000 mile Louisiana to Alaska trip on motorcycles in fall 2014, should be a blast. If I had some words of wisdom to pass on to other lady riders – Take a course, take your time and practice as much as you can, you can do it too. Keep the faith, Rebecca RUBBER DOWN MAGAZINE
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“I am a Christian” When I say that “I am a Christian” I am not shouting that “I am clean living.” I’m whispering “I was lost, but now I’m found and forgiven.” When I say “I am a Christian,” I don’t speak of this with pride. I’m confessing that I stumble and need Christ to be my guide. When I say “I am a Christian,” I;m not trying to be strong. I’m professing that I;m weak and need his strength to carry on. When I say “I am a Christian,” I’m not bragging of success. I’m admitting I have failed and need God to clean my mess. When I say “I am a Christian, “ I;m not claiming to be perfect. My flaws are far too visible, but God believes I am worth it. When I say “I am a Christian,” I still feel the sting of pain. I have my share of heartaches, so I call upon His name. When I say “I am a Christian,” I’m not holier than thou. I’m just a simple sinner who recieved God’s good grace, somehow!
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Ride of the BROTHERHOOD Vietnam Veteran, two words that carry different history and memories. When you say, “Vietnam Veteran”, you are reffering to all those who served in Southeast Asia during the Vietnam War. Military personnel were assigned in Laos, Cambodia and Thailand along with those who served on the waters. It was a period of time that had our country divided. There has been enough said, printed and reported about negative actions that happened against Vietnam and its people. But, who paid the ultimate price? Who was ridiculed, spit on, had eggs thrown at them and called baby killers? Who was told not to travel in uniform in their own country for their own safety? Our VETERAN. The pride and honor that they were told was part of being a soldier, the history and honor that was established by the Veterans who preceded them and the love of their country was their greatest reward. how were they supposed to feel any of that when they were treated and looked upon with disrespect? On March 29, 2012 a Presidential Proclamation was signed to establish that date as “Vietnam Veteran’s Day.” And what happened when that date arrived? Some cities observed it but what did our government do? Was this another example of not recognizing them? They didn’t ask for their own day. there is no WW1, WW2 or Korea Day, there’s Veterans Day but are they not included? They are by these Veterans bu that is what the brotherhood is all about. What about the Vietnam Memorial wall? This was the memorial that no one wanted built except the Veterans. It;s often referred to as the 3rd battle for the Vietnam Veterans. The 1st being survival in Southeast Asia. The 2nd, was dealing with the rejection experienced upon returning home from war and the 3rd, building the Wall. Every dollar spent on its construction was raised by Veterans. Not a dollar was from the U.S. Government. Cap Weinberger, Defense Secretary addressed the crowd at the dedication and stated: “When your country called, you came. When your country refused you honor, you remained silent. With time, our nation’s wounds have healed. We have finally come to appreciate your sacrifices and to pay you the tribute you so richley deserve.” It’s time for all of us to show the respect and appreciation to ALL who served in Southeast Asia. Soldiers made the ultimate sacrifice in each of these areas. Why is it only when a Veteran passes away, in most cases, they get respect and their recognition for their sacrifice by having a flag draped over their casket and taps played during the ceremony. At the end of the ceremony, the flag is folded and presented to the family. A statement is said with one of the lines being “On behalf of a grateful nation.” Isn’t it to late? Shouldn’t that have been said to the Veteran? Veteran’s organizations and groups do RUBBER DOWN MAGAZINE
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their best but again it’s Veterans helping Veteran’s, that’s the brotherhood. They share the memories, good and bad, of being part of history and of war. Among some people there is an opinon that it’s enough for Veterans to take care of each other. Is it to late to right this wrong? Is it to late to say “Thank You” or “Welcome Home: to the Vietnam Vet? No, it can be corrected, and that is our objective.
Ride of the Brotherhood is an LLC with a 501 (c)(3) pending and is 100% nonprofit. All funds will be dedicated to Veterans, Veterans charities and children’s programs. Members are Veterans and Veteran’s supporters, who care for those who served our country, their families and other nonprofit programs. There is neither cost to join nor any membership fees. There are three missions of the Ride of the Brotherhood: - To assist Veterans and children in need. To assist other non-profit organizations with the same objectives. - To establish “No One Rides Alone.” The objective is to help homeless Veterans by helping them help themselves. Give them the ability to find their self-respect, dignity and motivation that they have lost. -In addition to ongoing fundraisers, we intend to conduct a major project at least every other year to promote awareness and support our missions. Each mission will be supported by sponsers, donations, assorted activities and organizing unique and challenging quests. Ride of the Brotherhood was introduced and accepted into record of the 113th Congress of the United States of America First Session, Vol. 159, No. 118 on September 10, 2013. Ride of the Brotherhood is based in New Orleans, Louisiana with future plans of satellite chapters.
The first quest is “The Return.” Ten selected Vietnam Combat Veterans will ride motorcycles across the United States to California. Each rider will have a satellite tracker which will allow them to be monitored on the internet, They will be air transported to Vietnam and are projected to ride motorcycles stopping at areas of combat and other key locations. These 10 riders will visit Ho Chi Minh City, formally Saigon, Hanoi, capital of Vietnam and ride Highway 1, highway used by U.S. forces and well known by Vietnam Veterans. When it’s time to return, they will be transported back to the U.S. Upon arrival in California they will ride across country to the Vietnam Memorial, “The Wall,” in Washington D.C. By use of the satellite trackers, they can be joined by other Veterans and Veteran’s supporters along the way. After a night at the Wall this group of ten, joined by an unlimited number of motorcycles and other vehicles, will convoy to New Orleans where a “Welcome Home” Celebration, and all out celebrity concert, will be conducted for ALL Veterans but spotlighting those who served in Southeast Asia (Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand and those at sea.) it will be the “WELCOME HOME” they never recieved. This will take place in March 2015. The significance of this time frame is that on March 8, 1965 the first U.S. Combat Forces landed on the coast of Vietnam at China Beach. they marched to Danang AFB to help American Military Advisors defend it; March 8, 2015 is the 50th anniversary. The ten Vietnam Combat Vets plan to be in Danang for that date and possibly at the exact location. We intend to have the entire project filmed showing the selection
of the riders, the ride across the U.S., interviewing the Vets as they visit the locations in Vietnam where they were assigned and what they went through, then the return to U.S. and the ride to the concert via ‘The Wall.” “The RETURN” will offer closure to a lot of Vets, information to the family and friends who never knew what their Vet went through, educate those who never realized the life of the Vietnam Veteran and finally it will give the respect and recognition that the Veterans of Vietnam and Southeast Asia have never recieved. This would be the “Thank You and the “Welcome Home” from their country that is owed and long overdue. Funding for “The RETURN” will come from sponserships and donations. Through “The RETURN” additional funds will be raised for charities and Veteran’s organizations. ABOUT THE CREATOR Ed “Cowboy” Lewis was born in New Orleans, La and attended high school in southern Ohio. he served a total of 15 years in the U.S. Air Force, with a tour in Southeast Asia, finishing at Lackland AFB as a Drill Instructor. he now lives in Lacombe, La. with his wife Margaret. He has 3 children and 3 grandchildren.
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Jandy Imports Anniversary Party Photos and Story by Bruce LeBlanc Biker Friends…Did you make it out to Jandy Imports in Slidell on November 9, 2013? Well if you didn’t, I hate to be the one to tell you, but you missed one great anniversary party. That’s right Jan and Andy Hayes threw a party celebrating twelve awesome years in business. Eleven years at that same location 3199 Terrace Ave in Slidell Louisiana. I don’t like to admit this, but I have never been to the store before. I had always made my purchases at the local biker rallies and bike nights. They were always friendly and they always have the products I needed at good prices. The Party at Jandy Imports was in full swing. There were bikes parked everywhere and motorcycle enthusiast enjoying themselves. It was a great day for this celebration and they had food, drinks and a live band. I must tell you that once in the store I was impressed with the amount of quality Leathers on the racks. They had Jackets, Vests, Boots, Skid Lids (helmets) and one of the largest glove selections I’ve ever seen. They had patches. I bet they had over 1000 different patches and they sew’em on right there while you wait. I came to find out that if you buy the patch from them,they will sew it on for free. Take a ride out to get the people you care about leather goods from Jandy Imports in Slidell. Check them out on the web: www. jandyimports.com Don’t forget to tell them you read about in Rubber Down Magazine.
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by Fred Fuentes The ‘biker’ community consists of many different types of people with many different life experiences. One thing many bikers share is a military background. As a veteran, you may be entitled to various benefits from the Veterans Administration, and I am here to give you the information you need. Compensation and pension are two important benefits for veterans. They are two distinct benefits and it is important to know the difference between them. Compensation is paid to veterans who have a service connected disability and it is paid in increments of 10 (10%, 20%, etc). Payments can be from as low as $127 per month to $2,769 for a veteran with no dependents. Compensation payments are not taxable and therefore not considered income. To file for compensation benefits a veteran must first complete and submit VA Form 21-526 (a claim can also be filed online going to www.ebenefits.va.gov). VA Pension is paid to veterans who have served at least 90 days of active duty with one day during a war time period and discharged from service under conditions other than dishonorable. In addition, a veteran’s income must be below the maximum annual pension rate which is set by Congress. Also, the veteran must be at least 65 years of age or permanently and totally disabled not due to willful misconduct. If you are a veteran and are interested in applying for benefits, it is in your best interest to seek the assistance of an accredited Service Officer. Organizations such as the Military Order of the Purple Heart (MOPH), Disabled American Veterans (DAV), Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA), and Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) have accredited National Service officers who can help with the claims process.
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The Green Knights Chapter 105 had their Toys for Tots poker run November 16, 2013. Motorcyclist assembled at Mike Bruno’s Harley Davidson in Slidell. Many riders from the south shore braved dense fog crossing the Lake Pontchartrain on the twin span. I was looking forward to riding in this poker run not just cause it was going to benefit under privileged children getting cool toys for Christmas, but because of the route that the Green Knights chose. The planned ride was going to take riders from North shore Slidell all the way around the Lake Pontchartrain to the finish on the South shore. This ride was going to be 108 miles easy. Stops included Ruby’s Road House, Mandeville, Hammond Harley, Hammond, Frenier Landing, LaPlace and ended at Harley Davidson,
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Metairie. I had what I thought was a really good poker hand going until I got the last card. I ended up with nothing but a good memory of a great ride with friends while helping Santa supply needy children with toys. Upon arriving at Harley Davison, Metaire I noticed a lot of riders in line for food, drinks and listing to the band. Looked like a successful poker run if I say so my self. Several local motorcycle clubs came out in support of this benefit. To name a few…The Red Knights Chapter 1, The Blue Knights Chapter 2, CMA riders, MAC Nola (Motorcycle Awareness Campaign), Banded Brothers and of course The Green Knights. I’d like to thank The Green Knights for hosting this benefit for Toys for Tots. I know its hard work to plan and work an event like this.
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Part 3
by: Pat “Road Hog” Patterson
I
n our last months issue we left Billy locked up in a jail in a small East coast town here he had been advised by the FBI that he was being held on suspicion of murder. Well the food in this jail was horrible, sandwiches from a local greasy spoon but the jail itself was even worse, hot in the day and cold at night. After four days Billy got another visit from the FBI who informed him that there had been a little mistake made and they wished to apologies on behalf of the government. The FBI Agents informed Billy that they had arrested the right subject in another town not far away who’s description fit Billy right down to his bike and tattoos. Well the apology along with a ride to the garage where his bike was stored was all that Billy got for all of this inconvenience but he decided this was one of those situations where discretion was the better part of valor and thanked the agents for their hospitality. Billy decided he would change his luck along with his direction so he headed his old Pan Head west toward the middle of the US where he figured it couldn’t get any worse then it had been. Somewhere in the upper part of Mississippi he decided he would stop for dinner, after which he asked the friendly waitress if there was a place he could have a drink. The waitress told Billy that there was a night club not far away where they had a band later and he could have a drink. Well this sounded pretty good to Billy since he had been on the road for quite awhile and was really craving a cold beer. Billy found a cheap little motel and checked in and had the first shower he had had since before he was given lodging in that local jail. Billy found the night club the waitress told him about and decided to check it out, he backed his old Pan Head in and parked it right beside the front of the door. It was a typical night club with a long bar and seating for about seventy people along with a small bandstand along the back wall. Billy sat at the bar and ordered a beer which he downed straight away and ordered another one, as he was about to finish this one when a young woman sat on the stool to his right. After a few seconds Billy realized that the young woman beside him was the waitress from the restaurant where he had eaten. The women in RUBBER DOWN MAGAZINE
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-troduced herself to Billy and told him her name was Angel and asked him if that was his motorcycle parked out front and Billy told her that it was. Angel asked Billy where he was going and Billy told her anywhere, he had no particular place that he was heading. After several beers Angel told Billy that she had been wanting to get back to Florida where she was from but had been stranded in this town for about a year. Now Billy has always been a joker and this situation was no different to him so he asked Angel, would you like to ride down to Florida with me? Angel did not hesitate and answered with a resounding yes I would, Well Billy told her she could not bring much with her and would have to travel light because of the bike. Angel told Billy she would go home pack a bag and be ready in about a half hour. See next months issue for the continuing sags of “THE ADVENTURES OF BIKER BILLY”
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Have you ever been on the highway, just cruising, and the car next to you starts to drift into your lane? There was a moment of terror, and when you looked at the driver, he or she obviously wasn’t paying attention, maybe even on a cell phone. Sometimes the driver will notice and pull back into the lane, but other times all you can do is slow down, speed up, or change lanes yourself. Or, maybe, you got clipped and went down. And, the other driver got away with it. Have you ever been riding down the road, and a car cut you off, causing you to slam on your brakes or muscle the bike over to the side of the road or another lane? It’s another white-knuckle moment. Approaching an intersection shouldn’t be gamble. Every one of us has had someone turn left in front of us, with or without a collision. Or maybe someone came zipping out of a Walmart or a McDonalds and didn’t bother to check for oncoming traffic. These are just some of the scenarios we have all experienced when another vehicle has violated our Right Of Way. How many times have we seen a bike go down, and the cage driver utters the famous words “But Officer, I didn’t see the motorcycle.” ABATE is stepping up in our efforts to pursue legislation towards protecting our Right of Ways. But we need your help. There are over one hundred thousand motorcycle enthusiasts in the state of Louisiana. If you are not an active member of a Motorcycle Rights Organization, please consider becoming one. If you haven’t done so already, register to vote; contact ABATE and find a chapter near you. Whenever possible, come to chapter meetings, or at least contact chapter offices for updates. When we ask, please give us a few minutes of your time. We will be asking for voter ID data to show Legislatures our voting strength. We will be working with these Legislatures on new Bills and we will be asking you to contact local House and Senate members. We will be organizing runs and rallies and we will be asking you to attend. Right of Way Legislation is only the first step. Contact ABATE of Louisiana and find out how much more we are planning on doing for you, on both a state level, and a national level. Remember the words of Benjamin Franklin: “We must all hang together, or assuredly we shall all hang separately.”
Dennis Melancon ABATE, GNO Chapter.
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Sunday December the 8th. Was a cold foggy and blustery day with a light rainy mist in the air, but many hardy riders and groups showed up for the 32nd annual Magnolia School Toy run. This years Toy run was dedicated to Sharon (Kinky Kathy) Gonzales and at a special pre ride blessing prior to the ride several speakers spoke about her involvement with this annual run. I know Kathy was smiling down on the ride this year and was very proud and happy that it is being carried on as usual with a good turnout. As per Kathyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wishes a small sealed portions of her ashes were given to anyone who wished them to keep on their bikes so she could continue to rid with all of her friends. out of the Hwy. 90 truck stop escorted by a large contingent of The run as usual was kickstands up at 12:00 noon sharp and a JPSO motorcycles and several police cars. Everyone enjoyed large number of bikes preceded by Santa and Mrs. Claus pulled the ride despite the weather which took the usual route with one exception, this year we took Hwy 310 to the Airline Drive exit and turned onto Almedia Road which took us to River Road. The ride was conducted safely without incident and everyone arrived at the Magnolia School to the welcoming cheers of the Magnolia School residents. Upon our arrival we were treated as usual to hot coffee sandwiches and jambalaya supplied by the school and afterwards Santa gave out lots of gifts to the residents of the school. If you have never participated in this annual event do yourself a favor and put it on your calendar for next year, I promise it will be the highlight of your yearâ&#x20AC;Ś
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Tips For Your Ride WINTER STORAGE TIPS
1. CHECK THE COOLANT -(if you have a radiator) especially important if you store your bike outside( really not recommend). Use a floating ball tester to ensure your coolant level won’t freeze up on ya on the really cold frost-bitten days. 2. FLOAT THE BATTERY- Install a trickle charger to keep your battery up. It’s well worth the money to keep your battery charged and conditioned. 3. TREAT YOUR FUEL- Highly recommended by mechanics to top off your fuel before storage and adding a fuel stabilizer to prevent breaking down and gunking up the internals. Crank up the bike and run for a few minutes to ensure that the fuel is completely circulated. 4. CHANGE THE OIL- Completely drain the old oil and replace it. The used oil has many contaminates in it and can be very corrosive. Never good for your engine (you do this for your Four Wheeler, don’t you.) 5. TIRE AND COVERS-Store your bike on a center stand if you can. If not, make sure to rotate the wheels every couple of weeks to prevent flat spots, and only install a cover if the bike is outside. Ensure that the cover can let any moisture escape. Otherwise you will do more harm to your chrome and paint. Also put a good coat of wax on the finish.
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TUESDAY PLAISANCE’S BAR 1920 Pratt St. Gretna, LA. Smallest Bike Night on the Westbank. Happy Hour and Bike Night. HOOTERS OF DENHAM SPRINGS 254 Range 12 Boulevard Denham Springs LA. (225)243-7962 Bike Night every Tuesday. First Tuesday of the month is Hooter’s Bike Bash with Baton Rouge Harley-Davidson, vendors and a DJ. JUST ONE MORE 6545 W. Main Street, Houma, LA. 985-873-9923. Bike Night & Steak Night with DJ.
WEDNESDAY SHOVELHEAD’S SALOON 140 I-310 Service Road, St. Rose, LA. Behind RaceTrac. 504-468-9007. $2.00 domestic longnecks. THE KAMP 2317 Hickory Ave. Harahan, LA. Live music from local bands for most bike nights and food next door at the ever so delicious Hillbilly Barbeque. ANOTHONY’S OUTRIGGER 113 Hampton St. Houma, LA. 985-876-4911.
WICKED SPIRITS 1115 Washington St. West, Monroe, LA. 318-322-3939. COSCINO’S PIZZA & ITALIAN RESTAURANT 1817 N. Causeway Blvd, Mandeville, LA, Beer & Food Specials, Live Music. www.coscinospizza.com for more information. Moe and Big D’s Stumble In 5201 4th Street Marrero, LA 504-872-0080 Call Ahead for Up to Date Bike Nights McGuires Pit Stop 4117 Jefferson Hwy. Jefferson 504-828-2928 MCGUIRES PIT STOP WEST 520 Destrehan Ave. Harvey 504-348-1854
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CYCLE WORLD OF HOUMA 5509 W Park Ave, Houma, LA. 985-876-6104. 3rd Thursday. TWIN PEAKS 6990 Siegen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA. Sponsored by Baton Rouge Harley-Davidson. www.twinpeaksrestaurant.com TRASHY BIKER BAR 23942 Hwy 22 East, Ponchatoula, LA. $8.00 beer buckets. All shots $2.00. Inside overnight bike parking.
FRIDAY FLIRTY LEE’S 8657 West Main Street, Houma, LA. 985-360-3827. $1.50 longnecks, $4.00 Jägerbombs. STEEL ANCHOR 6441 W. Main St. Houma, LA (985)850-0070 7 Pm Bike Night - Free Food for Bikers $1.50 Domestic, $2.50 Import
SATURDAY DAGO’S ALLEY PRESENTS HOT ROD & BIKE NIGHT 1201 Lakeshore Dr, Lake Charles, LA. 337-4333033. 2nd Saturday. RENE’S BLUE MOON 100 North Willow St, Lockport, LA. 985-532-5533. Karaoke. TRIPLE T’S 6271 West Main Street, Houma. 985-223-0031 1st Saturday, 7 to Midnight.
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Louisiana Motorcycle Clubs & Organizations American Motorcyclist Association www.americanmotorcyclist.com
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_____________________________ Acadian R.O.K. (337)-233-9383 ABATE OF LOUISIANA www.abateoflouisiana.org American Legion Riders Post 175 Dhicks70068@comcast.net American Legion Riders Contact your local A.L. post for details Harley Owners Group See your local dealer for details
Patriot Guard Riders www.patriotguard.org Phantom Riders Bike & Car Club 985-758-1571 Plaquemines Riding Club 504-394-9686 Prairie Cajun Cruisers 337-550-5993
Riders Association of Triumph Cajun Cruisers 504-455-6677 985-693-7252 Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association Red Knights Chapter LA1-Jefferson/ Chaptercommanderla6@gmail.com NOLA Metro Home.mindspring.com/~rednightsla Confederation of Leathernecks MC Red Knight Chapter LA4-Tangiphoa roadrageisfun@yahoo.com Home.mindspring.com/~redknightsla Downsouth Burners Red Knights Chapter LA5-St. Tammany www.downsouthburners.com www.redknightsla5.org Fire & Iron M/C Red Knights Chapter LA7-Livingston 318-561-9668 Home.mindspring.com/~redknightslas Enforcers MC Shreveport Chapter www.EnforcersMC.com
R.O.K. (Riders of Kawasaki) 337-233-9383
Acadiana Dirt Riders (337)-519-2520 Azuza Streetriders of Alexandria www. Azuzastreetriders.com
Forgotten Warriors, Inc. kajunforyou@yahoo.com Goldwing Road Rider Association www.gwrralaa.com
Skull Cult MC 504-252-0497 Solomons Brigade (Harleys Only) solomonsrigade@aol.com
Bikers Against Child Abuse Louisiana.backworld.org Back Road Bikers 225-921-5769
Gulf South BMW Owners www.gulfsouthbmw.org Hybirds Motorcycle Club www.hybirdsmc.com
Sons of Confederate Veterans Mechanized Calvary lukeinthewind@aol.com Southern Cruisers Riding Club www.southerncruisers.net
Bayou Riders of Louisiana 225-293-6691 Big Dog Riders 504-887-6968 Blue Knights Chapter II-New Orleans www.blueknightslaii.org
Iron Cross Riders 337-967-2098 Iron Order MC www.ironordermc.com
South LA Trailblazer Riding Club 504-416-8079 Street Pirates of New Orleans 504-388-9314
Iron Warrior MC iwmccentralla@yahoo.com Louisiana Road Ramblers Blue Knights Chapter III-Covington 985computing.com/blueknights3/index.html985-748-7207 Blue Knights Chapter VIII-Lake Charles Louisiana Trail Riders Association 225-767-1850 www.blueknightslaviii.com
Street Survivors 985-637-3069 S.W.A.T. MC, Jackson MS www.swatmc.com
Blue Knights Chapter IX-Livingston www.blueknightslaix.org Blue Knights Chapter XII-Gretna www.blueknightslaxii.com Blue Knights Chapter XIII-Alexandria www.blueknightsla13.com Blue Knights Chapter XIV-Lafayette www.bkla14.org
Louisiana Valkyrie Riders 337-365-0955
Triumph Motorcycle Riders Club 504-779-6101
MAC-Motorcycle Awareness Campaign www.macorg.com Motorheadz M/C 337-433-3033 Mudpuppies Motorcycle Club www.mudpuppies-mc.com PAK- Parents And Kids pakriderssofla@aol.com
Vietnam Vets M/C, Mississippi Chapter bubbaVNV1@yahoo.com UMF of America, Northwest LA Chapter 318-636-1969 US Military Vets MC www.usmvmc.org Windriders of Louisiana 985-863-3753
Breezy Hill Enduro Club 225-261-7198
Swamp Riders Inc. 985-438-2465
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