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Just last month, our friend Chris Cooper lost a friend (Jaime Hernandez of Ocala, FL) while Jaime and his passenger girlfriend were stopped at a traffic signal, first in line and the truck traveling behind them never stopped, never applied the brakes before impact.

Jaime and his girlfriend were pronounced dead at the scene. The front of the truck looked like it hit a telephone pole head on, the imapct was so severe. Life ended in an instant for these two people because someone chose to get behind the wheel and drive intoxicated.We want to enjoy the fruits of our labor!

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Harley-Davidson of Cartersville is now

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By The Mag Man, Randy Gracy

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rom the ribbon cutting to lots of vendors to the Wall of Death to live entertainment like Mustang Sally to the riproaring muscles of 7-time World Record Holder Julie Moody holding off two powerful smoking’ Harleys, the Grand Opening of Southern Devil Harley-Davidson had it all… and then some.

Hundreds of people came out to enjoy the weeklong celebration while buying apparel, parts and of course, motorcycles. The new name is an obvious hit with Harley riders and the iconic scorpion image is a natural fit among riders of today. “We are dedicated to providing a world class Harley-Davidson experience while making our community a better place through our continued support of local charities and causes“, said Southern Devil Harley-Davidson.

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Logos for 23rd Biketoberfest & 75th Bike Week Unveiled

By The Mag Man, Randy Gracy o start the 74th Daytona Beach Bike Week, the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Bike Week Festival Task Force hosted the official press conference and luncheon for everything happening during the event.

Janet Kersey, Executive Vice President of the DRCC, noted a packed room, welcomed everyone and touted the events VIPs who were present.

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Steve Piehl of Harley-Davidson touched on several things including a change in the air for Harley-Davidson. Absent on the banners on Main Street and around town was the word “Biker” which was replaced with the word “Riders” (Daytona Beach Welcomes Riders). It changed in recognition of everyone who rides motorcycles.

Unveiled by Shawn Abbatessa, Director of Market Development for the Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau was the logo for the upcoming annual 23rd Daytona Beach Biketoberfest scheduled for October 15th - 18th, 2015.

There was also a competition sponsored

by Budweiser for designing the 75th Daytona Bike Week logo. Mid Florida Sportswear was chosen as the winning design and the new logo for next year was unveiled by artist Joe Erker and representatives John Koberg & Jim Gallager. Official sponsors for next year’s Bike Week were also announced which include; Harley-Davidson, Budweiser, AMSOIL, Geico, Daytona Beach Hilton, RAM Trucks, Russ Brown Attorneys and the HOG Radio.

Janet Kersey, Executive VP & COO of Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce

Steve Piehl, Manager, North America Event Strategy at Harley-Davidson, & Kristin Gracy, Owner of Southern Biker Magazine

Shawn Abbatessa of Daytona Area Joie Chitwood, President of DIS CVB presenting the 2015 Biketoberfest logo

Artist Joe Erker, John Koberg & Jim Gallager of Mid Florida Sportswear with their winning logo design

Danny Eslick Takes 2015 Daytona 200

Daytona AMA Pro Harley-Davidson GNC1 Flat Track Racing

By the Mag Man, Randy Gracy his year’s 74th Daytona 200 sanctioned by American Sportbike Racing Association featured 600cc motorcycles. DIS President Joie Chitwood said, “With a competitive purse of $175,000 and a Rolex Cosmograph Daytona at stake, riders will have plenty of incentive as they compete for a coveted Daytona victory.” And compete they did.

The race was packed with intense racing as seen from the number of red flags that came out due to crashes starting with lap one. Thirteen riders would eventually leave the field with a DNF due to crashes or mechanical failures.

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Meen Yamaha’s Josh Herrin even came back from going off the course and deep into the field to charge back hard and even taking the lead on the last lap. But last year’s winner, TOBC Racing’s Danny Eslick, defended his Daytona 200 title by taking the checkered flag with a final banking draft past Herrin and winning by.08 seconds. Project Mayday’s Geoff May of Project took third.

Multiple restarts had consequences for front runners Tuned Racing’s Steve Rapp and Westside Performances’ Stefano Mesa as they went backwards in the running order. Lap traffic also played a little role in the racing but did not affect the final outcome.

By The Mag Man, Randy Gracy acers began the season with a double event on the flat track at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Fla. In the first event Dodge Bros Suzuki’s Stevie Bonsey earned his first Daytona Flat Track win as he raced tire to tire with the defending Grand National Champion, Montgomeryville Cycle Center Honda rider Jared Mees. Both riders did not fare well in the second main event finishing 18th and 11th respectively.

Zanotti Racing’s Kenny Coolbeth Jr. followed up his 3rd place finish in the first main event with a checkered flag and the points lead leaving DIS. TJ Burnett Farms Honda’s Brandon Robinson took second and Slammin’ Sammy Halbert finished on the podium in 3rd. For more info, go to: http:// www.amaproracing.com/ft/.

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Round 1 Harley-Davidson GNC1 Top 3 Results: 1. Stevie Bonsey/ Salinas, CA/ Suzuki RMZ 450 2. Jared Mees/ Clio, MI/ Honda CRF450R 3. Kenny Coolbeth, Jr./ Center Hill, FL/ Honda CRF450R Round 2 Harley-Davidson GNC1 Top 3 Results: 1. Kenny Coolbeth, Jr./ Center Hill, FL/ Honda CRF450R 2. Brandon Robinson/ Oxford, PA/ Honda CRF450R 3. Sammy Halbert/ Graham, WA/ Yamaha YZ 450F AMA Pro GNC1 Flat Track Next 4 Races May 24 Springfield Mile I Springfield, Ill. May 30 Sacramento Mile Sacramento, Calif.

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2015 Daytona 200 Top 3 Results 1. Danny Eslick (Suzuki) 2. Josh Herrin (Yamaha) 3. Geoff May (Yamaha) DIS President Joie Chitwood with Daytona 200 winner Danny Eslick

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Daytona Bike Week Sees Noticeable Rider Increase

By The Mag Man, Randy Gracy

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t started with a little cold and rain but temperatures quickly went into the 80s and close to 90 degrees one day as the Southern Biker Magazine Road Crew road into the 74th Annual Daytona Bike Week that took full swings and hit homeruns every day. It was a noticeable difference just driving in on the Saturday beginning the week as we saw more motorcycles on the road than ever before for that same time in the past. The Daytona 200 Race Week and Supercross were in town and helped kick off the event that begins the year’s motorcycle season.

All of the banners and signs read “Welcome Riders” instead of “Welcome Bikers” and giving a noticeable more welcoming sign for everyone that rides.

It was a definite hit with American and foreign riders as we ran into more riders from other countries than we have before as well. Kristin, Uncle Phil Ciufo and I met up with Bibi & Danilo from Rome, Italy who spoke some English. Hanging out nearly the entire time, we made it work. It’s amazing how motorcycle riding is also an international language of sorts.

Main Street, Daytona International Speedway, Destination HarleyDavidson, Riverfront Park Beach Street area and others all soaked up much needed revenue from the 500,000 riders that came to enjoy this 2015 Bike Week. All of the surrounding campgrounds and saloon places rocked with entertainment and events as well; Boothill Saloon Outpost, Broken Spoke Saloon, Iron Horse Saloon, Pub44, Saints & Sinners Pub, the Cabbage Patch and more. Musical guests from country to rock, from pop to metal were playing everywhere.

We were there for 10 great days and soaking up the sun and fun that is Daytona Bike Week. Biketoberfest is just around the corner so make your plans to be there. Next year’s Bike ol Bike Show Tattoo Old Scho Week will be the event’s historic 75th Willie's Tropical Anniversary. Do not miss this event!

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Dungey Takes Daytona Supercross

By The Mag Man, Randy Gracy back in the pack but raced hard through the field to finish second in front of Daytona 450 Supercross Top 5 Results Yoshimura Suzuki rookie Blake Baggett, 1. Ryan Dungey (KTM) his first podium of the season.

2. Eli Tomac (Honda)

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oming through the Daytona International Speedway tunnel and seeing the Supercross course in the DIS infield still gives me goose bumps. The field for this year’s championship seems to be one-sided as it looks like Red Bull KTM’s Ryan Dungey is headed for his second Supercross title. But a crash and an injury could change everything in blink of an eye.

Dungey however stayed true to form and took his first 2015 Daytona Supercross title. Taking over the lead after lap five, Dungey dominated and never looked back.

GEICO Honda’s Eli Tomac was marled

“It feels good to get my first-ever Daytona win,” said Dungey. “The bigger picture is obviously focusing on the championship, but to get the win feels even better. “ After running near the front, TwoTwo Motorsports’ Chad Reed went down during the race and could never get back to challenge.

With just five races remaining, it does appear Dungey has the championship well in hand.

3. Blake Baggett (Suzuki) 4. Cole Seely (Honda) 5. Chad Reed (Kawasaki)

Remaining Supercross races: Mar 28 Edward Jones Dome St. Louis, MO Apr 11 NRG Stadium Houston, TX Apr 18 Levi’s Stadium Santa Clara, CA Apr 25 MetLife Stadium East Rutherford, NJ May 2 Sam Boyd Stadium Las Vegas, NV

John Natalie Takes Historic Win at Inaugural ATV Race at Daytona

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acing ATVs when I was younger, I couldn’t help but love the fact that ATV Pro Racing would be coming to the Daytona International Speedway. The inaugural FLY Racing ATV Supercross (ATVSX) took place during the 74th Annual Daytona Bike Week and it was not disappointing.

Baldwin Motorsports Honda’s John Natalie won against 16 other riders in the main event while riding a near flawless race. The entire race was intense and came down to Natalie and last year’s runnerup in the points, Joel Hetrick who would wind up finishing second on Natlie’s rear wheel. But I was actually rooting from a Tennessee boy to pull it out, but Natalie was on his game. Union City, TN native Joe Byrd finished fourth and showed he will be a force to contend with for the championship.

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“I am extremely pumped right now. It’s Daytona. This is the land of speed,” said Natalie. “I am the first one to ever win an ATV race at Daytona. Nothing will ever change that.” Watching him in Victory Lane was an awesome sight. I am very hopeful this will be the beginning race for each year and something extra for me to look forward to each Daytona Bike Week.

AMA Pro ATV Top 5 Results 1. John Natalie, Houtzdale, Pa., Honda 2. Joel Hetrick, Seneca, Pa., Honda 3. Chad Wienen, Galena, Ill., Yamaha 4. Joe Byrd, Union City, Tenn., Honda 5. Nick Gennusa, Wall, N.J., Yamaha

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Riding the Nations

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've always wanted to ride in other countries besides the USA and Canada.

This winter I had an amazing opportunity. A few columns ago I wrote about the new 650cc Kawasaki but hadn't had a chance to test ride it.

That all changed in January.

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Rodney and I were invited by an organization called Go To Nations to come in and do some leadership training in Northern Thailand. We worked our butts off but were going to have Friday afternoon off before we left for Singapore on Saturday.

foot tall with boots that had a good heel, I was flat footed. The standard bars had too much of a reach for me and I definitely felt my shoulders the next morning. I understand there are two other sizes to help with a better fit, just like we did for the WildKaT.

A bunch of us decided to rent some bikes. I was a little concerned if I would find something that would fit me. Well, guess what was waiting for me.You got it, the 650cc that I've wanted to test ride - and with less than 100 miles on it. It had arrived in the country two days before our ride.

I hope that it will be a first of many nations that I get to ride in before my motorcycle is replaced by my heavenly chariot. And I definitely can recommend Kawasaki's new 650cc for women. Just make sure your dealer fits it to you.

We were in Chaing Rai, which is a large city so I definitely got to test out braking and maneuverability. Then we got out on a beautiful mountain road between Thailand and Burma.

What a ride! I was impressed with the speed, handling and power. At five

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Boot Hill Hosts the Official Daytona Bike Week, Ladies Ride-In Bike Show

By Kristin Gracy

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olding the event on the last Friday of Bike Week and putting it on Main Street at the Legendary Boothill Saloon, the Official Daytona Bike Week Ladies Ride-In Bike Show had its largest turnout ever. The ladies seem to roll in from everywhere on every bike model known with two and three wheels.

What an awesome event. Boothill’s staff was ready as the bikes filled the tent and then around the entire outside. There, the bikes were seen by hundreds of Boothill customers and Main Street event goers.

With celebrity judges like speed record holder and custom fabricator Jody Perewitz, Kathy Tolleson, the CEO of ROAR Motorcycles, Rick & Tina Beauregard from Cyclone Cycles and Roscoe from American Biker Radio, the judging was tough but winners and placers were decided.

Victor Lima from Tampa Bay Music Network emceed the event and did a tremendous job keeping the participants and onlookers entertained and informed. Vicki Sanfelipo was live on Road Hawgs Radio and they posted their largest ever listening audience with over 31,000 listeners during the bike show, and entered her bike in the show as well.

Uncle Phil Ciufo helped with every phase of the event and Sharon Bernhard from the Daytona Beach CVB came to help out with event registration. Recently diagnosed with breast cancer, she wanted to make sure she contributed to this event in some way and she made a positive impact.

She’s also an inspiration to several others and has already connected with several of our friends who have been going through this terrible disease.

All of the ladies cheered on each other as winners and place finishers were announced. The location was perfect and the event was spectacular.

Southern Biker Magazine is so proud to be able to bring this much needed event to the world. When I started this event two years ago, I had been searching for a bike show that catered to women and allowed them to showcase their beautiful motorcycles, but found none. Each bike at this show was truly a work of art and unique.

Each bike had special touches that represented a memory or feeling that these women wanted to tell their story.

Some of the ladies had never entered their bike in a show before and were a little apprehensive about what to expect. Once they arrived, they saw how awesome it was to be a part of (continued on page 20)

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this great event and relaxed and had fun. We are so glad to be able to offer this original ladies bike show and look forward to watching in grow.

We’d like to thank the sponsors for giving and donating to the event; The Legendary Boothill Saloon, AAA Motorcycle, Diamond Gusset Jeans, Ironhorse Trailers, Steelhorse Law, Roar Motorcycles, Scootershine, Hoppe Inc., Zappi’s Italian Garden, Raci Babi, and Tellico Biker Rally.

Next year’s event is already being planned and we are already getting even more sponsors and special trophies to commemorate the 75th Annual Daytona Bike Week… ladies style.

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Food for Thought

Guinness Chicken .

Recipe Ingredients:

2 Tbs. vegetable oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 large cloves garlic, minced 1 whole chicken (3-4 lbs), cut into serving pieces 5 carrots, peeled & chopped 2 parsnips, peeled & chopped 1 tsp. dried thyme leaves 3/4 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. black pepper 3/4 cup Guinness Stout 1/2 lb. fresh button mushrooms 3/4 cup frozen peas

by Barry Duncan

Hurricane Grill & Wings A great new wing place just opened on Lovell Road in Knoxville, TN called Hurricane Grill & Wings. It's located across I-40 from Knoxville H-D West. They offer over 35 different flavors. The neat thing about it is the sauce bar where you can sample before you order.

Big Mike started with clam fritters: clams with corn, bacon and spices, batter fried, served with sweet red chili sauce @ $8.99. He finished with Yuengling beer battered fish and chips @ $11.99.

For me, I enjoyed the garlic parmesan fries @ $5.99. Next comes the flavor sampler, four flavors @ $20.99. My options were Coco Loco (habanero & coconut), Buffalo, Blackened Cajun Rub and Fire & Ice (buffalo horseradish). The sauces are listed on the menu with a heat rating.

They are open every day and I look forward to trying more flavors when my tongue stops burning.

Cooking Directions:

Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat until hot. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir 3 minutes or until tender.

Remove vegetables with slotted spoon to small bowl.

Arrange chicken in single layer in skillet. Cook over medium-high heat 5 minutes per side or until lightly browned.

Add onion, garlic, carrots, and pepper to skillet. Pour vegetables. Bring to a boil to low. Cover and simmer

parsnips, thyme, salt stout over chicken and over high heat. Reduce heat 35 minutes.

Add mushrooms and peas to skillet. Cover; cook 10 minutes.

Uncover skillet; increase heat to medium. Cook 10 minutes or until sauce is slightly reduced and chicken is no longer pink in center.

Makes 4 servings.

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Victory Motorycles Going HeadTo-Head with Harley in NHRA

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ictory Motorcycles has teamed up with two-time World Champion Matt Smith and his wife/co-rider Angie Smith to produce a factory backed NHRA Drag Racing motorcycle to go head-to-head with HarleyDavidson. Both Matt and Angie are fan-friendly and enjoy sharing their experiences with their fans and increasing the enthusiasm for this exciting form of motorcycle racing.

Both motorcycles will run Matt & Angie Smith Smith’s powerful S&S V-Twin powertrain. Matt’s bike will incorporate Nitro Fish, and Angie’s bike will include Kandy Magazine; both will enjoy backing from Stockseth Racing.

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“Victory is excited to enter the world of NHRA Pro Stock Drag Racing.” said Steve Menneto, VP Motorcycles for Polaris. “It is Victory’s intent to continue to test ourselves at the highest levels and the Victory Factory Racing Team is the perfect opportunity for us”.

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The Sonder eBike By the Mag Man, Randy Gracy

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torm Sonders and Jon Hopp have developed what would seem to be the most affordable eBike on the planet. The reason I write about this product is that it could break into the scooter and small motorcycle market for those that use them to commute short distances. For $600 it would seem to even be an extra purchase for those in need of this type transportation.

Weighing in at only 45 pounds and a 350-watt gear motor, the Sonder eBike can travel 30 to 50 miles and up to 20mph with a single charge. A full 36volt lithium ion battery charge will only take 90 minutes and is even rechargeable using solar power. The battery looks like a silver coffee thermos and slots into a waterproof housing in the frame.

Equipped to handle all kinds of terrain, this bike will undoubtedly be a well used item. Options are already being added for those that would like to customize theirs

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BIKE EVENTS ALABAMA Apr 11: Ride Like A PRO Alabama at Rocket H-D, Huntsville. Advanced Rider Skills Course based on policy motor officer training. Retake class as much as you like free for 1 year. $125, $50 deposit required. www.ridelikeaproal.com Apr 16-18: Alabama Montgomery.

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Apr 19: Ride Like A PRO Alabama at Gander Mountain, Huntsville. Advanced Rider Skills Course based on policy motor officer training. Retake class as much as you like free for 1 year. $125, $50 deposit required. www.ridelikeaproal.com Apr 24-25: Indy Is Back! Honda Indy Grand Prix of Alabama at Barber Motorsports Park, Birmingham. Buy tickets at www. barbermotorsports.com Apr 25: Ride Like A PRO Alabama at Gander Mountain, Huntsville. Advanced Rider Skills Course based on policy motor officer training. Retake class as much as you like free for 1 year. $125, $50 deposit required. www.ridelikeaproal.com

ARKANSAS Apr 23-26: Wild Hog Musicfest & Motorcycle Rally in Helena. Featuring

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Marshall Tucker Band, lots of live music, bike show, poker run, Ms. Wild Hog Contest. $30 per person. FMI: www. wildhogmusic.org

FLORIDA Apr 5: Easter Egg Hunt at Boot Hill Saloon, Main Street, Daytona at 4pm. Bring a covered dish 5pm.

Apr 12: Go Pink! Escorted Ride begins and ends at Bahia Shrine, Orlando. Registration 9am, KSU at 10:30 am. $20 rider/$10 pass. Don’t ride? Join us at end for music, raffles, 50/50 auctions, games and fun.

Prize for most outrageous pink outfit.

Chapter challenge. Pre-register at www. ribbonriders.org.

Apr 24-26: Leesburg Bikefest 19 Annual.

3 headliners featuring Lita Ford, Puddle of Mudd and The Marshall Tucker Band, 70 concerts, 300+ vendors, indoor venues, 5 hot body contests, bikeshows and events!

Rat’s Hole custom bike show, biker games, drill teams, tattoo expo, LED parade, poker runs, hot rod show & move cars, demos. www.leesburgbikefest.com th

Apr 25: Empowerment Ride Passport Rum at 720 S Orange Ave, Sarasota. Charity ride for Child Protection Center (CPC) of Sarasota and Bikers Against Child Abuse(B.A.C.A.) LBO at 10:30am. Live

music 5 stops ending at Fraternal Order of Eagles Post 2756, 2926 Wilkinson Rd, Sarasota. Cost: $15, KSU: 10:00am FMI: 941-365-1277 ext 103 / MelissaL@ cpcsarasota.org / www.cpcsarasota.org Apr 29-May 3: Thunder Beach Spring Rally, Panama City Beach. The most biker-friendly rally in the country! 9 official venues! Vendor villages filled with premier national vendors! Go to www. thunderbeachproductions.com for info about the rally, national entertainment, factory demo rides, Miss Thunder Beach swimsuit pageants and great deals on premium resort lodging.

GEORGIA Apr 4: Ride Like A PRO Atlanta at Stone Mountain. Advanced Rider Skills Course based on policy motor officer training.

Retake class as much as you like free for 1 year. $125, $50 deposit required. www. ridelikeaproal.com Apr 4: Southern Devil EGGS-travaganza at 11am. Southern Devil H-D, Cartersville. www.southerndevilHD.com Apr 10-11: Bikes Blues & BBQ at Douglas Municipal Gene Chambers Airport, Douglas. Adm $5/pers, $3/military ID, 12 & under free. Lots of awesome live bands, car show, motorcycle show, poker run, BBQ

contest, vintage aviation, aircraft show, Vendors: General, arts/crafts & food. FMI 912-383-0277 or bbbfest@cityofdouglas. com or www.cityofdouglas.com/bbbfest Apr 11: Relay for Life Ride. Sponsored by Bethany Christian Church. Registration at 9am at 2868 Carrollton Villa Rica Hwy, Carrollton. $25 rider/$10 passenger. KSU 11:30 am. FMI johnson@carrollton-ga.gov.

Apr 16: Bike Night at Southern Devil H-D, Cartersville. www.southerndevil.com Apr 18: Free Lunch & Live Music at Southern Devil H-D, Cartersville at 11am. www.southerndevilhd.com Apr 24-26: Milledgeville Thunder Rally. 21 and older only. Live music, BYOB, onsite camping, RVs welcome, hot showers, Miss Thunder Rally Bikini Contest, Shavin’ Crème rasslin’, poker run, parade, bike games, bike show, burn out pit, best campsite contest, swimmin’ hole, vendors and more. Rain or shine. (478) 804-2999 or milledgevillethunderrally@gmail.com or www.milledgevillethunderrally.com Apr 25: Cycle World of Athens, 4225 Atlanta Hwy, Athens. Register 10 am, KSU 11 am. $20 rider/$10 passenger includes lunch. Rain or shine, law enforcement escorted ride. Ends at Winder Moose

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Lodge with lunch, music, door prizes, raffles, and silent auction. FMI 770-605-6656.

Apr 25: GSW Poker Run, GSW Education Building, 800 GSW State Univ Dr.Americus. $250 best hand. Poker hand included with donation. All proceeds will benefit student scholarships offered by the GSW Alumni Association. Please make checks to GSW Foundation. $25 donation. KSU: 9:00.

FMI: GSW.edu/alumni alumni@GSW.edu 866-673-0436 Apr 25: Southern Devil Run & Gun at Southern Devil H-D, Cartersville. KSU at 12N. www.southerndevilHD.com Apr 26: Baseball & Bikes Charity Ride at Southern Devil H-D, Cartersville. www. southerndevilhd.com May 2: Cody Warren Memorial Scholarship Bike Ride/Poker Run at Gordon Central High School 335 Warrior Path, Calhoun.

3rd Annual Scholarship ride in honor of fallen Marine and Gordon Central High School Alumni Cody Warren. Event Cost: $15/$20. KSU: 10:00. FMI: 706-8795177 / ncrawford@gcbe.org

KENTUCKY May 13-16: Hawg Valley Bike Rally, Corley Chapel Rd, Graham. Home of the World Famous Boogie Barn with live music, field events, vendors, adult games, in-the-park pokers run and lots more! Located on level private property in Western KY

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with dust free paved roads. Free primitive camping. Reserved electric spots are available. Must be 21 to enter. www. hawgvalleybikerally.com or 812 660 0584

LOUISIANA May 24: Freedom Fest at Judges Stand, Lake End Park, Morgan City. American Legion (ALR Post 96, Morgan City) enjoy the day at the park, while honoring our fallen veterans. Free event and open to the public. Musicians, vendors, car show and motorcycle show. Children’s activities.

Fishing is also allowed. All non-profit organizations are welcome to participate via food and beverage booths as fundraisers for their respective organizations.

FMI: 985-397-1786 / info@alrfreedomfest. com / http://www.alrfreedomfest.com

MISSISSIPPI Mar 28-29: Great Southern Motorcycle Expo at State Fairgrounds, 1207 Mississippi St, Jackson. Vendors, bike show, live music, stunt show and other bike events, beer, BBQ and more. $10 admission. 601-832-3020 Apr 10-12:Thrown at the Creek Motorcycle Rally and Crawfish Boil at D’Lo Waterpark, 135 D’Lo Park Road. Ride, bike show and bike games. Additional ride fee of $20/rider or $25/rider and passenger. Music, vendors and more. Over $3,000 in door prizes. All proceeds benefit Wounded Warriors of Mississippi and CMA Outreach Ministry Run for the Son. FMI (601) 260-1822

NORTH CAROLINA Apr 10-12: Barry’s Outer Banks Bike Rally at Barry’s on Walnut Island, Grandy.

All bikes and riders welcome. Book your room today! www.barrysbikerally.com 252-453-2261 Apr 11: Navy Seal Tribute Ride from Jager’s Beach Bar & Grill,Virginia Beach to Barry’s on Walnut Island, Outer Banks. Breakfast at 9am, KSU 11am. All bikes and riders welcome! www.navysealtributeride.com May 1-3: Thunder in the Smokies, in the Great Smoky Mountains at the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds. $20/Person Weekend Pass. $8/ Ages 5 - 12

SOUTH CAROLINA Apr 18: Law Dogs MC present the 3rd Annual Spring Fling Poker Run at Jersey Mikes, 215 Pelham Rd, Greenville. Ending at the Irish Pub, 214 Pleasantburg Rd, Greenville. $20 entry fee and one nonperishable food item per bike. $10 for extra hand or passenger. All vehicles welcome. LBI at 14:00/2pm. Door prizes, 50/50, live entertainment FMI 864-8847698 or lawdogsmcsc@gmail.com Apr 23-25: South Carolina H.O.G. Rally at Anderson. Pre-register by 3/5/15.

May 8-17: Swamp Fox Biker Bash at 1548 South Highway 501, Marion (45 minutes from Myrtle Beach). Bands include The Marshall Tucker Band, Craig Wayne Boyd,

Bret Michaels, Buckcherry and more!

Rock + Country Festival, campgrounds, motorcycle stunt shows, 100’s of vendors, daily burlesque shows, alligator wrestling, biker build offs, panoramic rides. FMI visit www.swampfoxbikerbash.com

TENNESSEE - EAST Mar 28-29: Customer Appreciation Weekend at Cycle Stop, 4001 Bruhin Rd, Knoxville. 9am-6pm. Free labor weekend: Upon purchase of S&S Cams, Big Bore, Exhaust, Power Commander, Tires, and we will install & tune it for free! All part sold MSRP, no other discounts apply. Come check out our NEW collection of leather, jewelry, Gerbing Heated Gear and apparel!

865-539-0095 or www.cyclestoponline.com Apr 1-2: April Fools Ride an overnight ride.

Meet at Smoky Mountain H-D Maryville at 9:00 AM sharp, The following day, we will make a quick run up to the Pinnacle Overlook in Cumberland Gap National Park.This should be a great ride for anyone who loves low traffic, high scenery and fine motorcycle roads. www.smh-d.com Apr 1-30: Stop by Cycle Bros. for a chance to win 2 tickets to Bristol race. 211 Center Park Dr, Knoxville. 865-675-2767 Apr 4: CVMA 18-3 Motorcycle Scavenger Hunt at Smoky Mountain H-D 105 Waldens Main St Pigeon Forge. To raise money for Operation Boots on the Ground. Come support our area’s homeless veterans. Our

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www.southernbikermagazine.com mission is to ensure every homeless veteran in East Tennessee has a good set of boots. $25 single rider/$35 double. KSU: 12:00.

FMI: 865.924.5992, pro@cvma18-3.org, http://cvma18-3.org/ride.htm Apr 4: Outreach Across American 5th Annual Bike Blessing with Full Throttle Warriors at 876 Englewood Rd, Madisonville. Registration 10am-11:30am, bike blessing at 11:30am, lunch at noon, ride at 1pm. Free ride, free live music, free lunch. Event t-shirts available. Donations graciously accepted. Proceeds benefit the 2 Fish Ministry & OAA Mobile Pantry.

Apr 23: GWRRA Tennessee District Convention (Spring Fling) at Camp Jordan in East Ridge for a Southern Family Reunion. Top gun competition, free guided scenic rides, light show, bike show, co-rider event, light parade, vendors, contests, ice cream social and dance. www.tngwrra.org/ springfling.aspx or 865-982-7905 Apr 25: Bikers Against Child Abuse East Tennessee Chapter 3rd Annual Chili Cook Off. Knoxville H-D, 5800 Clinton Hwy, Knoxville, 11:00am to 3:00pm. $5 Admission, $10 for chili entry. All entrants please bring chili in a crockpot preheated by 10:30am. 1st & 2nd place awards in hot and mild category. One Crockpot per entry. Peoples Choice Award for best Chili of Cook Off. Live Music, Raffle Items, 50/50 Drawing. FMI badbrad@hotmail.com

TENNESSEE - MIDDLE & WEST Apr 11: Cancer Poker Run, 2nd Annual at Highway 12 Motorsports, 5110 Ashland City Hwy, Nashville. Registration: 10:00 AM, KSU: 12:00 PM, $25/ hand, $5/extra cards. Purse prizes according to participation. Food, drinks, door prizes, Michael Mason & The Roadhouse Roosters. FMI 615.519.7259 Apr 11: Chain of Hope Ride for missing Jennifer & Andrianna Wix since 2004.

Registration begins at 10am at K-Mart Parking lot, Goodlettsville. KSU at noon.

Ride to White House High School for our annual balloon release and then to Shady Cove Marina and Tiki Bar in Gallatin.

Entertainment by Bone Dry Band. Your donation will help raise awareness and the reward to bring them home. FMI Larry 615767-9229. Rain date 4/18/15 Apr 12: Poker Run with Wild Pigs MC, Ride starts at 10:00 am at 2119 Whitten Rd, Memphis. The 65 Mile poker run ends with door prizes, a barbeque and live music. FMI http://wildpigsmemphis.net.

Apr 18: Destiny Harley Ride at 1960 Murfreesboro Rd. Destiny lost her life on 12/22/13. All proceeds go to her little girl Jayden. Memorial ride is $10/person or $15/ couple. Meet at Smitty’s at 9 AM, KSU at 10 AM. Silent auction after the ride at Smitty’s.

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Apr 18: Los Cazadores 4th Annual Makea-wish at 325 S Byhalia Rd, Collierville.

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Registration 10:30am. Free pancake breakfast by CMA Wheels of Grace. FBO: 11:30/LBO: 12:00. $25 sheet & shirt / $15 sheet only / $15 shirt only. Rain date: 5/23 www.loscazadoresmc.com Apr 25: Bike & Car Show Swap meet by Caney Fork CMT ABATE at the National Guard Armory, 100 Transport Dr, in Gordonsville beginning at 9:00 am. General admission $10 and children under 12 free.

Bike Show Entry fee $10/class. Bikes will be judged in various classes and trophies will be awarded.

Apr 25: Open House Blowout at Appleton H-D, Clarksville. Over $1,000 in gift cards to be given away, up to 70% off in-stock, endof-season merchandise, good food, good brew, great people, vendors on site, Harris Holt Martial Arts Academy 9-10am, live music by Neil Brock & The Cover Ups, $500 (giftcard) burnout contest 1-2pm. www. appletonharley.com May 2: Keg Country Poker Run at River Park, Centerville. Winning hand $750.

Registration 10am, Event time 11am-4pm.

2nd place hand $200, Worst hand $200, Greatest distance traveled $200. Grinders switch radio hour live at 10am. $25 per bike with one hand, $5/extra hand. Rain date May 9. FMI 931-729-5300 May 2-3: Redneck Rumble Spring Edition at Wilson Co Fairgrounds, 945 E Baddour Pkwy, Lebanon. No posers…Pre ’68 Hot Rods, rat rods, customs & cool bikes,

plus camping, live music, swap meet and more. FMI 615-364-1828 or www. bothbarrelspromotions.com May 7-10: Boogie Hollar Bike Rally located on 127 acres of private property in Atwood (between Nashville and Jackson). 21 years and older only. Phoenix Rising, Geneva, Exit Sixty and Jasmine Cain! Motorcycle games, wild contests, bike show, live comedy: Whiskey, Guitars & Handlebars, hot showers, RVs, golf carts and vendors welcome, paved roads. www.boogiehollar. com and Facebook.

TEXAS Jun 11-14: Republic of Texas Biker Rally, 20th Anniversary. Austin. Lynyrd Skynyrd will headline Saturday night. www.rotrally.com

VIRGINIA Apr 10-12: Blue Ridge Bike Fest at Roanoke Civic Center, 710 Williamson Rd NE, Roanoke. 540-293-4653 or www. blueridgebikefest.com Live music, vendors inside and out, demo rides, guided rides, poker run, bikini contest and more. Enjoy the Blue Ridge Mountains and Franklin County (the moonshine capital of the country) and the Blue Ridge Parkway.

MUSIC EVENTS Mar 26: Kimber Cleveland at Oneil’s Bar & Grill, Clarksville,TN

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Apr 5: Chip at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL at 2pm.

Apr 12: Chip at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL at 2pm.

Apr 6: Music TBA at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL

Apr 16: Hiatt Experience at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL at 9pm. Bike Night!

Apr 8: Tommy Mac at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL at 9pm. Ladies Night!

Apr 17: K Town Mafia at Whiskey River Wild, Knoxville,TN

Apr 9: Hiatt Experience at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL at 9pm. Bike Night Raffle!

Apr 18: Color of Fate at Whiskey River Wild, Knoxville,TN

Apr 9: Southern Steel at Whiskey River Wild, Knoxville,TN

Apr 18: Kings of Chaos at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL at 9pm.

Apr 10: Lady D and the Boys at Whiskey River Wild, Knoxville,TN

Apr 18: Concert at The Shed: Preacher Stone with OTIS

Apr 3: Exit 60 at Hog Pen, Sweetwater,TN.

Apr 10 & 11: Chris at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL at 3pm.

Apr 18: Exit 60 at Auburn A-Day Game, Auburn, AL

Apr 3: Moonshine River at Whiskey River Wild, Knoxville,TN

Apr 10: Crush at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL at 9pm.

Apr 19: Chip at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL at 2pm.

Apr 4: Jacked up at Whiskey River Wild, Knoxville,TN

Apr 11: Hardwired at Whiskey River Wild, Knoxville,TN

Apr 21: Tommy Mac at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona FL 9pm.

Apr 4: Kickoff of the 2015 Concert Season at The Shed with Big Gun: #1 AC/DC Tribute Band with support act Few Miles On

Apr 11: Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson Family Reunion:Years 1/5/10

Apr 23: Crush at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL at 9pm.

Apr 11: Bottoms Up at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL at 9pm.

Apr 24:Yesterday Today at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL at 4:30 pm.

Apr 11: Concert at The Shed: Dixieghost with Krooked Kreek FREE SHOW

Apr 24 & 25: Exit 60 at SkyZoo, Chattanooga, TN

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Mar 28: As Girls Go w/Roxie Randle at Indy West House Concerts, Indianapolis, IN Mar 28: Fairview Union at Whiskey River Wild, Knoxville,TN Apr 1: Tommy Mac at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL at 9pm.

Apr 2: Kings of Chaos at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL at 9pm.

Apr 3: Crush at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL at 9pm.

Apr 4: Chip at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL at 2pm.

Apr 4: ETC at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL

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Apr 25: Concert at The Shed: Elizabeth Cook with Derek Hoke Apr 25: Kitty Wampus at Whiskey River Wild, Knoxville,TN Apr 26: Chip at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL at 2pm.

Apr 30: K Town Mafia at Whiskey River Wild, Knoxville,TN Apr 30: As Girls Go w/Roxie Randle at Salem College,Winston-Salem, NC May 1: As Girls Go w/Roxie Randle at Columbia College, Columbia, SC

NATIONAL EVENTS Apr 29-May 3: Thunder Beach Spring Rally, Panama City Beach. The most biker-friendly rally in the country! 9 official venues! Vendor villages filled with premier national vendors! Go to www. thunderbeachproductions.com for info about the rally, national entertainment, factory demo rides, Miss Thunder Beach swimsuit pageants and great deals on premium resort lodging.

May 22-25: Mid America Freedom Rally #27, located off I-44 at the Buckhorn Exit 153 at the Pulaski County Shrine Property, Buckhorn, MO. www. midamericafreedomrally.com and Facebook

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n the past 5 years, there has been a 28% increase in female bike owners in the United States. More and more women are deciding to change their view from the back of a helmet to the open road. This number proves that women are getting past the opinions of others, the stereotypes ("nice girls don't ride") and the physical requirements to enjoy the George Stein freedom that only a biker knows.

More history has been made this year as well. In the 90+ year history The AMA, the nationally recognized organization has just elected their first woman board chair, Maggie McNally-Bradshaw. This only further shows that women who ride are becoming an important part of the industry. Bike manufacturers are also taking notice of the growing trend, and their strength in the economy. Honda stresses the importance of proper fit for a woman rider and Brian Caron it shows with models like the CTX700, which features lower seat height and center of gravity. Harley-Davidson hasn't missed this opportunity either. They are currently leading the pack with having more sales to women than all of their competitors combined. Local HD dealerships offer "Garage Parties" which are designed for women to learn the basics on the bike from tip to tail, how to fit the bike to you and even how to lift a bike that's on its side. Some upcoming Marcos Garza local Garage Parties are on 5/30 at Tifton H-D in Tifton, GA and 8/8 at Mountain Creek H-d in Dalton, GA. Local HOGS in South Carolina like Myrtle Beach Harley and Thunder Creek in Tennessee are focusing on their women members as well.

So, this all sounds great, and you want to start your journey, but where? Motorcycle Safety Foundation courses can be found all over the USA and they are a great jumping off point. Visit www.MSF-USA.org to find a class that is being offered near you. Approximately 1/3 of all graduates of the class are female and the classes offer all the necessary steps you need before hitting the road. You will get familiarized with the basics of operating a motorcycle and the more you ride, the more proficient you will become. Remember, male or female—everyone starts at the beginning. Proper equipment and a bike that fits you and your riding style are essential. Shop around, sit on all of the bikes, and try on different helmets and jackets until you find the right fit and style for you. Community is a big part of the biker lifestyle and there are many national and regional women-only bike clubs to choose from to enhance the experience.

It allows you to feed your passion for riding with other like-minded, strong women who share your outlook.

There are some things to expect when beginning your ride. You are going to drop the bike at least once. You may hear from others that it is dangerous and the crash stories may be abundant. And, of course, everyone out there will offer advice whether you asked for it or not. Your confidence may sink and it may be easy to become frustrated. Sticking with it will have a pay off greater than you first imagined. Studies have discovered that 74% of women riders believe their lives have improved since they started riding. They say they live happier lives that are more fulfilling and less stressful. They now have more confidence in themselves, their appearance, and their destinies. Going by the way side are the stereotypes that moms, sisters, wives and grandmas can't ride and they are being replaced with the image of a strong, empowered woman who creates her own destiny. Take it from Queen Elizabeth, who herself rode and worked on bikes in World War II, having your own ride can catapult you into other big moves in your life. So get out there. Have fun, be safe and enjoy your ride.

April, 2015

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