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Cajun Nationals Brings Out a Day for Record Breaking...........................................8 Detective Ricky Seals: End of Watch, March 17, 2015................................................8 Dungey & Webb Claim Supercross Titles....................................................................10 Kyle Petty Charity Ride Announces 21st Anniversary Route...................................12 Things to Pack for Your Next Trip.................................................................................14 A Dealer's Perspective - Kathy Tolleson of ROAR....................................................16 Top Southeast Road & Ride Routes as Ranked by MotorcycleRoads.com......18-19 New Laws for US-129 "The Dragon"...........................................................................22 Riders Get Blessed at 5th Annual OAA Bike Blessing...............................................24 Greg Darnell Honored....................................................................................................26 Dane Westby Dies After Fatal Street Crash...............................................................26 Winner of Official Bike Week Motorcycle Claims Grand Prize.............................26 Bike Events...................................................................................................................28-31 Bike Night Photos.......................................................................................................32-33 Southern Biker Riders......................................................................................................34 Steelhorse Law - Advice & Tips from your Attorneys..............................................34

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Hey Folks!

As we finish the May issue, we are headed to Thunder Beach Rally in Panama City Beach, Florida.

We are looking forward to taking a break from publishing and get in some saddle time with our friends. Before we go, we will polish up our bikes as they have accumulated some dirt and road grime over the past winter. We will do some general maintenance to make sure everything is in order.

Don't forget to get your bike serviced at your local bike shop or if you are looking for a new shop, there are several listed here in this issue. Give them a call. Hope we see you there!

We are fortunate to live in such a beautiful area that has seemingly endless miles of winding roads that lead us to the next destination with great friends. We hope you find some of those routes in our centerfold of this issue. There are so many routes on my bucket list.

Hopefully one day soon we can ride the Blue Ridge Parkway, the number one route on my list. I have to say riding to Helen, GA is one of the most enjoyable rides I've been on. The scenery is breathtaking with all the lush green fields and farms. Wooded areas and waterfalls are other features you will see along the way. Field In The Woods is one place I've been wanting to stop in and check out along that route.

It's a field that has the largest Ten Commandments. It's impressive.

Once you get in the mountains, the roads turn to nice twisties and sweeping curves that make you eager for the next one. It's kind of like a roller coaster ride that you have control over. I like the little antique shops and little diners in the small towns along the way.

Keep Your Knees In The Breeze!

Kristin "Ms Mag Man" Gracy Kristin@SouthernBiker.us President/Publisher Kristin Gracy msmagman@southernbiker.us 865-405-6989

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Cajun Nationals Brings Out a Day for Record Breaking

By The Mag Man, Randy Gracy

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om Caldwell, a seasoned veteran of the Pro Gas class stated, “Saturday was a day to set records as, I have not seen conditions like these in a long time. The track conditions and the weather were all on the same page, which made for a record day…”

Jim Doyle capped off the speed week with a record breaking 216.29 run on the ¼ mile track in Baton Rouge, but lost in the finals to Randal Andras in the Nitro Funny Bike class.

Mike Pearce who won the Pro Gas class said, “What a way to open the 2015 season at the AMRA CAJUN BLOWOUT! Qualifying #1, setting the 1/4 mile ET record and the WIN! We broke Caldwell’s previous ET record of 7.916 and set the new standard at a quick 7.904.”

Bowling Green, KY on April 25-26. For more results and information, go to: http://www. amraonline.com.

Nitro Funny Bike – Randal Andras Pro Fuel – Dennis Fischer Pro Gas – Mike Pearce Modified – Gary Douglass Pro Modified – Ryan Oehler Super Comp – Billy Doherty Top Eliminator – John Toth Super Gas – Bob Drapp Super Pro – David Higgs Pro Eliminator – Donnie Huffman Street Eliminator – Donnie Huffman

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Detective Ricky Seals End of Watch, March 17 2015

By The Mag Man, Randy Gracy

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etective Ricky Seals, 55, had been a public servant in Bledsoe County for 37 years, serving with Pikeville’s police and fire departments and the Bledsoe County Sheriff’s Office. He was a friend to the entire community as noted by many that poured into the streets during his funeral procession. Many law enforcement and motorcycle groups came to pay their respects to honor the man who had become one of the counties heroes.

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Ricky was an avid motorcyclist. He also enjoyed photography, jeep riding and spending time with his family. Ricky was a member of several organizations; the International Association of Arson Investigators (I.A.A.I), Fraternal Order of Police, Policeman’s Benevolent Association (PBA), and the Southeast Tennessee Meth Task Force (S.E.T.M.T.F).

The investigation into his death is ongoing.

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Dungey & Webb Claim Supercross Titles

By The Mag Man, Randy Gracy

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For more information go to: www.amasupercross.com.

ith only two events remaining, Ryan Dungey from Tallahassee, Florida has already won his second AMA Supercross 450 Championship.

Cooper Webb of Newport, North Carolina claimed the AMA Supercross 250 West title, his first ever.

During round 14 at Houston, Dungey, who races for Red Bull KTM Factory Racing, finished second earning enough points to ensure he’ll end the season with the championship. Star Racing Yamaha’s Webb finished first in the 250SX West class to claim his title. “The 2015 season is another great year for AMA Supercross,” said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. “Ryan and Cooper were stellar against the world’s best to confidently earn their AMA No. 1 plates. Congratulations on a great performance.” Dungey raced with great consistency earning seven wins so far this year and only missing the podium once. Webb won five victories this season after winning the Rookie of the Year last year.

The 250 East Title is still up for grabs, but withstanding a serious incident, Marvin Musquin, Ryan Dungey’s Red Bull KTM teammate, should take the title by year’s end.

The Las Vegas finally should be a good one. With the 450SX title decided, money will be a motivation for every racer including the champion. In the 250SX East will meet West to decide who the best in that class is.

AMA Supercross Points Standings 450SX 1. Ryan Dungey (KTM), 343 2. Eli Tomac (HON), 258 3. Cole Seely (HON), 239 4. Chad Reed (KAW), 212 5. Trey Canard (HON), 204

Cooper Webb accepts the AMA 250SX West No. 1 plate from AMA Director of Supercross Kevin Crowther.

Webb and his team

250SX East 1. Marvin Musquin (KTM), 169 2. Justiin Bogle (HON), 149 3. Jeremy Martin (YAM), 125 4. Joey Savatgy (KAW), 113 5. Anthony Rodriguez (YAM), 84

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Ryan Dungey accepts the AMA 450SX No. 1 plate from AMA Director of Supercross Kevin Crowther and FIM Race Director John Gallagher

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250SX West 1. Cooper Webb (YAM), 186 2. Shane Mcelrath (KTM), 124 3. Zach Osborne (HUS), 117 4. Justin Hill (KTM), 116 5. Aaron Plessinger (YAM), 113

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Kyle Petty Charity Ride Announces 21st Anniversary Route

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he Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America has announced the route for its 21st Anniversary motorcycle trek, taking place May 28, 2015. Former NASCAR driver Kyle Petty will lead 200 motorcyclists along the 2,500 mile route, stretching from Santa Cruz, Calif. to Branson, Mo., to raise funds and awareness for Victory Junction, a camp created to enrich the lives of children with chronic or life threatening illnesses.

“When Kyle started this Ride 21 years ago, I don’t think any of us realized just how special it would become,” said Kyle’s father Richard Petty. “Riding across our beautiful country on two wheels with great friends and family is incredible, but knowing you’re doing it to help others makes it the ride of a lifetime.”

“Each year, we select a route that’s full of breathtaking scenery, while also allowing us to spread the word and build excitement around our mission along the way,” said Petty. “Year after year, the Ride creates lasting memories for our riders, most importantly, it provides life changing opportunities for children at Victory Junction.” Spectators, visitors and locals along the 2015 route are encouraged to attend one of the Ride’s eight overnight stops or daily fuel stops to greet Petty and the riders, purchase Ride memorabilia or make a donation to Victory Junction.

Twitter and Instagram, @KPCharityRide.

This year, many celebrities plan to participate in all or part of the 21st Anniversary Ride, including: NASCAR Hall of Famer and seven time champion Richard Petty; NASCAR driver Matt Kenseth; NASCAR legends Harry Gant and Donnie Allison; former NFL great Herschel Walker; Harley-Davidson, Inc. President and Chief Executive Officer Matt Levatich and many others.

●Day 5, Wednesday, May 6 Moab, Utah to Colorado Springs, Colo.

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To follow Kyle Petty and the riders live, visit www.facebook.com/KPCharityRide, or on

The 2015 Kyle Petty Charity Ride Schedule: ●Day 1, Saturday, May 2 Santa Cruz, Calif. to Bakersfield, Calif. ●Day 2, Sunday, May 3 Bakersfield, Calif. to Tonopah, Nev. ●Day 3, Monday, May 4 Tonopah, Nev. to Bryce Canyon, Utah ●Day 4, Tuesday, May 5 Bryce Canyon, Utah to Moab, Utah

●Day 6, Thursday, May 7 Colorado Springs, Colo. to Hutchinson, Kan. ●Day 7, Friday, May 8 Hutchinson, Kan. to Branson, Mo.

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Things To Pack For Your Next Trip

By Kristin "Ms Mag Man" Gracy

How many times have you gone riding and needed something that you've been trying to remember to pack on your bike? Here is a long ist of potential items that you may want to consider packing. Some items that might be considered essentials are indicated with an asterisk. Use this list as a starting point, then add or remove items according to your own needs. Copy this page or tear it out and mark the items you want to pack. Modify it for different types of trips you may take. This can save you and others headaches, time and frustration.

CLOTHING

PERSONAL

* Helmet * Rain jacket and pants * Rain gloves * Summer gloves * Winter gloves Overboots or rain gaiters Heated gloves Hand warmer packets Glove liners Heated vest liner Skullcap Microfleece neck warmer Balaclava Fleece head wrap T-shirts Socks and underwear Synthetic long underwear Long-sleeved shirts Turtleneck shirts Extra jeans Light jacket Leather pants Riding boots Leather or denim vest Bandanas – two (one for face/one for neck or forehead) Sunglasses Night time glasses or goggles Change of shoes Sock liners Cooling neck wrap Windbreaker or light jacket

* Basic toiletries Emergency cash Change for tolls (in easy to access place) Sunscreen Lip balm Nail clippers Tweezers Travel size tissues Cotton or earplugs Contact lens solution Moisturizing eye drops Fork and spoon in plastic wrapper Travel roll of toilet paper Moist towelettes/wipes

BIKE MAINTENANCE * Tool kit * Replacement fuses 8-in-1 screwdriver Spare spark plugs and plug wires Motorcycle oil Paper funnel Multi-purpose spray lubricant Turn signal and brake light bulbs Tire gauge Bike cover Cleaning supplies travel kit Soft cloth Locking pliers Needlenose pliers Sidecutters Clutch cable or clutch saver Thread locking adhesive Various nuts, bolts and washers Torx or allen wrenches Closed/open-end wrenches (standard or metric)

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EMERGENCY ITEMS

*Personal first aid kit *List of emergency contact numbers (include doctor/ medical professionals) *List of current medications *List of medical conditions (including allergies) *Small waterproof flashlight *Spare key Basic cold and headache medicine Antihistamines Insect bite stick Utility light Emergency blanket Cellular phone and charger Prepaid or phone calling card Small candle Waterproof matches and fire-starting kit Duct tape Electrical tape Small amount of (baling) wire Bottle of water Energy food bars Eyeglass repair kit

MISCELLANEOUS *Driver license, bike registration, insurance info (make sure all current) *Motorcycle owners or service manual Motorcycle warranty card Pen and small notebook Kickstand board Small sewing kit Cargo net Bungee cords (various lengths) Swiss-style pocket knife or multi-tool Two or three large trash bags Bike lock Zip lock bags

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A Dealer's Perspective

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et's talk about service first. Finding a dealership or a service shop is important but that's like finding a good hospital. Once you get in a hospital, you want a doctor who knows you.

When you find a good service tech, go back to them.You might find an oil change special somewhere or a set of vars you can get a little cheaper at another place, but in the long run, it's best to stick with your tech. They get to know you as a customer and will always go the extra mile for their faithful customers. It also doesn't hurt to tip a tech a little extra if they have gone way beyond the call of duty to get something done for you or fix a major problem.

It always puts a smile on their face and lets them know, you are a very happy customer.

Kathy Tolleson CEO ROAR Motorcycles, Inc.

People do it and we live with it but it's really not classy to bring in your own parts. It's like bringing your bacon and eggs to your diner. It wouldn't be tolerated there. We understand if it's some major custom very special order something, but we get our parts wholesale and you will usually get an overall better price on parts and installation than you would with just installation.You'll pay more for your installation and you probably will end up paying more for your part.

already been dropped, we might not have room to move on the price, but that's a great time to ask for helmets, gloves, jackets or other gear. They are usually paid for and much easier to throw into a deal when there's no wiggle room.You never want to beat the dealership up so bad that they aren't happy the next time they see you and you want them to make enough money to stay in business so they are there to take care of you for the long term.

Knocking inventory to try and get a better deal just irritates the sales team and manager. It's okay to point out a worn tire or a little rust on a used bike but if the sales person is good, they will already air any flaws and let you know that has already been taken into consideration when the bike was priced. It's much better to say, "This is how much I have to work with; is there any way you could take $15,500 for the bike?"

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Top Southeast Road & Ride Routes As ranked by MotorcycleRoads.Com

By The Mag Man, Randy Gracy he weather has finally turned for the better and it’s time to get that motorcycle out, cleaned up and head out on the open road with friends or just by yourself to clear the ol’ noggin’.

Finding places to ride on short rides are mostly not that hard, but finding those one day trips or some special routes can be a challenge.

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Pack the tour pack and saddlebags, call up some buddies, pick your destination and go adventure some new places this year. Even if you head to Sturgis, plan on several days of good ring in the Black Hills… Just get out there, and Keep Your Knees in the Breeze.

Rank Name of Motorcycle Road State(s) Rating 1.

Deals Gap ("The Dragon" or "Tail of the Dragon") N. Carolina, Tennessee 4.36 2.

Blue Ridge Parkway N. Carolina, Virginia 4.88 3.

Cherohala Skyway N. Carolina, Tennessee 4.88 4.

The Hellbender 28 North Carolina 4.50 5.

Natchez Trace Parkway Alabama, Miss, Tenn 4.38 6.

Georgia's Dragon - The Suches Loop Georgia 4.46 7.

Red River & Nada Tunnel Kentucky 4.65 8.

"The Snake" - Hwy 421 & 34 Tennessee 5.00 9.

Mountain Meander - Upper Slice of Route 28 North Carolina 5.00 10.

The Extended Suches Loop Georgia 4.67 Here’s a list of southeast routes from 11.

Waterfall Byway Along the Cullasaja River Gorge North Carolina 4.90 their top 100 ride routes in the United 12.

Shiner's Run North Carolina 5.00 States. I have been on twelve of the 13.

The Copperhead Loop North Carolina 5.00 twenty-two routes on this list and some, 14.

US 221 - Independence, VA to Boone, NC N. Carolina, Virginia 5.00 depending on where you live, will require 15.

US Hwy 17 - Darien to Cumberland Island Georgia 5.00 an overnight stay or two getting there, 16.

The Cherokee Run North Carolina 4.75 riding it and getting back home.

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Natchez Trace Escape - Route 99 Tennessee 5.00 18.

North Tampa Circuit Florida 4.67 Individual maps can be downloaded from 19.

The Ozello Trail Ride Florida 4.25 their website and stored in your GPS, 20.

The Sugarloaf Mountain Ride Florida 4.64 GPX or printed to put in your tank bag 21.

Ohio River View With Curves Tour Kentucky 5.00 for quick directions.

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Beaufort Scenery South Carolina 5.00

I’ve ridden many roads and found some pretty nice places to ride with help of some of my more experienced long distance travels like Robert Finn, David Loy, Joe Ball and several other folks I’ve met along the way. I have several ride maps but found one website to be very handy for planning and ride routing: www.MotorcycleRoads.com.

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New Laws for US129 “The Dragon” he famous stretch of US129 known as the Dragon with its 318 curves in 11 miles now has new laws in place and is being enforced by the Blount County Sheriff Office.

Due to so many accidents and fatalities on the winding stretch of road, they are trying to stress safety for motorcyclist and auto drivers.

New truck restrictions (from Tab Cat Bridge to the NC state line):

They have issued new speed limits & truck restrictions that are now in place and are as follows:

• Any vehicle hauling double trailers that total more than 30 feet must drop one trailer at Tab Cat Bridge before taking the other across, and then return for the second trailer.

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• From U.S. 411 South to Gillenwater Road, the speed limit is now 50 mph.

• From Gillenwater Road to the first boat ramp is now 40 mph.

• From the first boat ramp to Happy Valley Road is now 50 mph.

• From Happy Valley Road to Tab Cat Bridge is now 40 mph.

• No trailers longer than 30 feet are allowed.

• No single-unit vehicles longer than 30 feet are allowed.

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The Dragon is a popular destination for motorcycle riders of every level from beginners to extreme riders. But there will always be those “Daredevils” or “It won’t happen to me” folks that overdo it past their own limitations. Be safe out there and ride aware of others that aren’t so safe.

• From Tab Cat Bridge to the North Carolina State line is now 30 mph.

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Riders Get Blessed at 5th Annual OAA Bike Blessing

By The Mag Man, Randy Gracy

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other Nature tried her best but the weather cleared the night before and a sunny day commenced for the 5th Annual OAA Bike Blessing. Preacher Morgan Clough and his staff welcomed all the riders into the parking lot where music and lunch would soon begin.

Everyone that came was blessed along with their bikes for the 2015 season.

This was a free ride, a free lunch and free live entertainment. Shirt sales, donations from the riders and sponsors benefited the 2-Fish Ministry & the OAA Mobile Food Pantry. Afterwards a ride through the East Tennessee scenic countryside commenced ending at Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson. My motorcycle just returning from being repaired will be blessed at a later date by the Preach. Yep, more fried chicken is required.

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Greg Darnell Honored

By The Mag Man, Randy Gracy

Dane Westby Dies After Fatal Street Crash

icknamed the “Wolverine” by five-time Daytona 200 Champion Scott Russell during a performance at Daytona, Westby passed away Monday, March 23, 2015, at a young 28-years old from injuries sustained in a street crash. For this year’s Daytona 200 he rode a bicycle from his home in Oklahoma to Daytona International Speedway, and then drove the pace car for the race.

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reg Darnell, 64, of Clinton, TN passed away before many of us could ever say goodbye. He was one of those folks you could say was a true friend. He pulled no punches with his words, but he always would be there to help anyone with anything they needed.

Greg served our country as a Sergeant for two tours of duty during the Vietnam War with the U.S. Air Force from 1968-1975. He then served his local community as an officer in the Clinton Police Dept until 1983 where he was also active in the Fire Dept. He became a 20 year employee of Boeing as a Fire Protection Engineer, and as Codes

Enforcement Officer and Building Commissioner for Anderson County.

While being a member with the TN2 Red Knights, one of his greatest achievements was being one of the original organizers of the yearly 9/11 Remembrance Ride honoring and remembering the sacrifice of emergency personnel who lost their lives on 9/11.

The Flag was flown at half mast, a 21 gun salute, taps was played and Sally, his wife, was presented with an American Flag in honor of Greg’s service to our country. I don’t think the tears have stopped flowing yet. Many people joined as we said our farewells and rode with him on his last ride here on earth. God Speed Greg, for we shall meet again, my friend.

The sideburns-wearing Westby was loved by fans for his exciting style on the racetrack, and his attitude off the bike. America has lost another motorcycle roadracing hero.

Winner of Official Bike Week Motorcycle Claims Grand Prize

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he Daytona Chamber and Bike Week Festival Task Force members welcomed the 2015 Official Bike Week Motorcycle winner Madelyn Fay from Kennesaw, GA. She picked up her prize at the Lonestar Motorcycle Tech in Daytona Beach. Madelyn won the custom built 2014 Harley-Davidson Street Glide when her name was pulled out of a barrel with over 2,500 worldwide participants in the contest.

All proceeds were donated to the Daytona Beach Community Foundation.

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BIKE EVENTS ALABAMA May 9: Big Dog Poker Run at Barber Motorsports Park, 6030 Barber Motorsports Pkwy, Leeds. Poker Run ride that will include escorted laps around Barber’s track and Talladega track. All proceeds go to the Go Build Alabama Scholarship Fund. Prizes for best hand, worst hand etc plus door prizes. $50 bike + $25 for passenger.

KSU: 8:00. FMI: www.craneworks.com or 205-278-5438 Jun 6: Cullman County Bosom Buddies Foundation Charity Motorcycle Ride (rain date: Jun 13) Cullman County Fairgrounds, 1501 Sportsman Lake Road NW, Cullman. Registration from 8:30am - 9:45am, KSU at 10:00am. $20/bike; $5/ passenger. Breakfast biscuits in AM, BBQ lunch upon return. Door prizes and 50/50 drawing. FMI david.j.sandlin@att.net

FLORIDA 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

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May 2: Plant City Bike Fest, 102 N Palmer St, Plant City. Two bands - Sobriety X performs 4:00 to 6:30 pm, Greg Billings performs 7:00 to 9:00 pm, 8 class bike show, Poker walk around Downtown.

3 winners – 100% of the pot will be given away. 50/50 raffle & silent auction.

FMI: 813-754-3707 www.plantcity.org May 12: First Responders Appreciation Lunch at H-D Panama City Beach, 11am2pm. Recognizing First Responders of the Sheriff’s Office, Police Dept, Fire Dept and emergency personnel who work to make our beaches safe. FMI:The Rotary Club of PCB or 407-506-6130 May 16: Ride to Remember at Military Park, located on the west end of Gulf Coast State College. Register from 9am to 10am with $15 donation. Special ceremony at 10am, escorted beach ride at 10:45, afternoon concert, BBQ. All funds will assist active duty and student veterans at Gulf Coast State College.

Scholarships, books, educational supplies and other veterans’ resources are funded with donations to the Military Park. FMI (850) 769-1551 x 3341.

GEORGIA 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 May 6: Southern Devil H-D Garage Party at 6pm. 2281 Hwy 411 N, Cartersville.

678-721-0203 May 9: 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 May 9: Southern Devil H-D Free Waffles & Live Music at 10am. 2281 Hwy 411 N, Cartersville. 678-721-0203 May 16: 2nd Annual Charity Motorcycle Ride from Campbell’s Customs in Hampton to Warm Springs, GA. Ride supports Warrior Golf Camps of America. Cost $20 rider/$10 Passenger pre-registered, $25 Rider/$20 Passenger day of Register @ www. warriors4heroes.org

May 16: Bikes Barks & BBQ Charity Ride, 2900 University Pkwy, Lawrenceville.

Escorted ride to support Canine Pet Rescue’s efforts to save German Shepherds (and other breeds) from highkill shelters, rehabilitate and place them in forever homes. Cost: $25 includes BBQ. KSU: 09:00. www.caninepetrescue/ events May 16: Southern Devil H-D Free Lunch & Live Music at 11am. 2281 Hwy 411 N, Cartersville. 678-721-0203 May 20: Southern Devil H-D Boot Camp at 6pm. 2281 Hwy 411 N, Cartersville.

678-721-0203 May 22-24: Party at the Peavine Rally presented by Southern Biker Magazine, 423 Pinegrove Rd, Ringgold. Live music with Aunt Betty, Exit 60 band and more, DJ during day, wet T contents, poker run, field events, bike show, tattoo contest, midnight “ride” and more. Must be 21 or older. The best bike rally in North Georgia! The most fun you can legally have for $30.Vendors welcome, call 423991-3073. www.partyatthepeavine.com May 23: 2nd Annual TN Valley Veterans Benefit Ride at Anchor of Hope Baptist Church, 2613 Lakeview Dr, Rossville going to the National Cemetery at 8am.

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May 31: Love Bug CD Release Party at 12n. Southern Devil H-D 2281 Hwy 411 N, Cartersville. 678-721-0203

Jun 4-6: Kentucky State H.O.G. Rally at Wildcat H-D, London. Awesome riding destinations, vendors, scavenger hunt, live music, bike games, bike show, poker run, parade of flags and more. You don’t want to miss this event! FMI 606-3093848 or www.kystatehogrally.com

Jun 6: Silent Partners 8th Annual Ride to Hillside at Buford American Legion Post 127, 2640 Sawnee Ave, Buford. $25/bike or $10/rider. 7:00am-8:30am registration, 8:45am ride to Hillside 2pm - 6:30pm for The After Party, full police escort. Ride ends @ Buford ALP 127. Live music, 50-50, raffles, bike show, food, bikini bike wash. FMI 678.617.9340 or www.

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KENTUCKY May 2: Ink’d Out Loud Charity Ride, 3rd Annual at Holiday Inn, Ft Campbell Blvd, Hopkinsville. Registration starts at 10am.

KSU 12pm. Returns approx 3pm.All bikes welcome. Door Prizes, 50/50 drawing.

FMI www.facebook.com/inkdoutloud or 270-887-5764 All proceeds benefit Pennyroyal Veterans Center 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-thepark pokers run and lots more! Located on level private property in Western KY with dust free paved roads. Free

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LOUISIANA May 24: Freedom Fest at Judges Stand, Lake End Park, Morgan City. American Legion (ALR Post 96, Morgan City) brings the community together, enjoy the day at the park, while honoring our fallen veterans. Free event and open to the public. World class musicians, vendors, car show and motorcycle show. Childrens activities. Fishing is also allowed. All non-profit organizations are welcome to participate via food and beverage booths as fund-raisers for their respective organizations. FMI: 985-3971786 / info@alrfreedomfest.com / http:// www.alrfreedomfest.com

NORTH CAROLINA 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

May 9: Tri-County Law Enforcement Memorial Ride with North Carolina Blue Knights XV. Police escorted ride starts at Currituck Courthouse, 153 Courthouse Rd, Currituck at 9am. $15/rider and $5/ passenger includes BBQ plate and event t-shirt to first 50 riders. FMI olliebking@ embarqmail.com or www.ncbkxv.org May 16: The Broken Goat Poker Run, Steel Horses 82 Locust Dr, Waynesville.

To benefit Al Rivera who was hit and seriously injured while riding Oct 1.

Raffles, music, prizes and fun! BBQ plate included with entry fee. $20 single $5 for passenger. KSU: 11:00. FMI: 828-4000106 May 22-24: Maggie Valley Spring RallyMopar & Hawgs at Maggie Valley Festival Fairgrounds, 3374 Soco Rd, Maggie Valley.

Bike Show–28 classes, Mopar Car Show-30 classes, vendors, concerts, contests, biker babes, M/C & Mopar tours, daisy duke country girl contests & more! $10/ day or $20/weekend. FMI (336) 6431367, sonny@maggievalleyrallys.com, www.maggievalleyrallys.com Jun 13: Bike Show-North Carolina Moose Riders, Kernersville Moose Lodge, Kernersville. Cash Give-Away & Bike Show, Live Music Drawing for $500.00, $300.00, $200.00 with $5.00 Hot Dog ticket. 8 classes with Trophies and Best of Show!

Vendors, 50/50 drawings,T Shirts. Donations to various charities. Free! FMI: ronnie. douglas67@yagoo.com or 336-592-9042

SOUTH CAROLINA 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 Jun 13: Ride For The Child Poker Run at 1899 Gentry Memorial Hwy, Easley. All proceeds from poker run benefit The Parenting Place to prevent child abuse and neglect in upstate SC. Cost: $30. KSU: 11:00. www.

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TENNESSEE - EAST May 1-2: Boogie on the River at 3846 Wildwood Rd, Maryville. Food, music, games, camping, raffles, t-shirts. No one under 18 after 7pm. In memory of Brently Mancini. FMI on Facebook @ Boogieonthe River.

May 2: Children’s Hospital Poker Run. Registration 10am at Applebee’s 5315 Old Central Ave Pk., Knoxville. Several stops along the way. Ride ends at Applebee’s Sevierville where the Jeff Jopling Band plays from 3-5pm. $10 per hand with best/worst hand prizes.

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May 24: Smoky Mountain Thunder Memorial Ride XV at Sevier County Courthouse, Sevierville. Marshall Teague, Retired Navy, guest speaker. patriotic music, American Eagle Foundation with “Mr. Lincoln”, placing of the wreath and Taps. Opening ceremony begins at 10:00 am. KSU 11:00 am for 65 mile police escorted ride to Veteran’s Overlook, Clinch Mountain for closing ceremony with patriotic music, 21 gun salute, Honor Guard, Taps.

May 16: National Armed Forces Freedom Ride at Thunder Creek H-D, Chattanooga. Meet at 8am, KSU at 9am EST. Full gas tanks. Ends at TN State Veterans Home in Murfreesboro. All vehicles welcome! Meet and greet with the men & women who put their lives at stake to give us freedom. Donations accepted. FMI www.tnfreedomride.com

Jun 11-12: Etowah Moonshine Festival 1817 Delano Rd (off Hwy 411) Delano TN 37325.

2 day Moonshine Festival with Roy Grooms, JimTom, Mark and Digger, Steve Brown and Hurricane Ridge Band. Bluegrass music, food, vendors, and drinks. Located at Savannah Oaks Winery. $10/person. FMI: 423-263-7668/ etowahmarket@tds.net / Dixie Queen Stills

May 23: “Last Ounce of Courage” in downtown Sevierville on Bruce Street.

Begins at Dusk. Downtown will be closed for motorcycles only. Marshall Teague will be on hand to present the movie and talk about his feelings of the movie which is about Freedom, Family and Faith. Marshall will also be a part of the Memorial Ride the next day, Sunday, May 24th.

Jun 13: United Veterans of Blount County Breakfast & Ride at Applebee’s, 2564 Alcoa Hwy, Alcoa. Help is needed to raise funds for our Veterans/Families in need. Proceeds to the War Dead Memorial remodeling. Open to bikes and cages. $20.00 rider/$10.00 passenger.

KSU: 10:00. FMI: 865-228-0137

May 23-25: Memorial Day Weekend Salute at Whiskey River Wild, 1645 Downtown West Blvd, Knoxville. Full menu and full bar!

Jun 13: Ride For Sight at Bojangles, 2134 Jacksboro Pike, LaFollete. Bike ride and prizes. $20 donation per bike. Registration 8am10am, KSU at 10:30 am. FMI 243-562-5217

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Jun 13: Knoxville Devils 2nd Bike Run at Ace’s High Sign Shop, 12215 Chapman Hwy, Seymour.To raise money to get our elite cheerleaders to nationals in Grand Rapids MI. A good ride with food, raffles and fun. Bike contest $10 entry fee. $20 single rider $10 back seat rider. Rain date 6/20. KSU at 10am. FMI 865-388-4973 or knoxdevilselitebikerrun@gmail.com

TENNESSEE - MIDDLE & WEST May 2: Keg Country Poker Run at River Park, Centerville. Winning hand $750.

Registration 10am, Event time 11am4pm. 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. 21 years and older only.

Bands include Phoenix Rising, Geneva, Exit Sixty and Jasmine Cain! The best motorcycle games, wild contests every night, bike show, live comedy: Whiskey, Guitars & Handlebars, free hot showers, golf carts welcome, vendors welcome,

paved roads, RVs welcome. FMI www. boogiehollar.com and Facebook.

May 16: Smith Wilson Stones River CMT ABATE Swap Meet at Smitty’s Bar & Grill on the Hill in Lebanon beginning at 9:00 am. Admission is $5 (12 yo and under free) and the vendor fee is $20. Parts/ New/Used/Take-offs/Scratch & Dent/ Leather/Jewelry/T-shirts and more. FMI (615) 310-3436 or www.facebook.com/ events/1527960654147707/ May 16: Suspension Workshop at Appleton H-D, 2501 Hwy 41-A Bypass, Clarksville. Starts at 1pm. 931-648-1607 or www.appletonharley.com May 17: Appleton Harley-Davidson Open House. A Voices of Rock event featuring John Schlitt of Petra, John Elefante of Kansas & Gypsy, a Fleetwood Mac Tribute. 2501 Hwy 41-A Bypass, Clarksville. 931-648-1607.

May 17: Biker Sunday-Ride For Hope.

Register 8am at Appleton H-D, 2501 Hwy 41-A Bypass, Clarksville. Departs 9am. Ends at First Church of the Nazarene for service, BBQ meal, bike blessing and afternoon ride.

May 23: Los Cazadores 4th Annual MakeA-Wish, 325 S Byhalia Rd, Collierville.

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May 26-30: Tennessee State H.O.G. Rally 2015-Carve the Cumberland, 1228 Bunkerhill Rd, Cookeville. Music, vendors, activities, great lodging and restaurant choices. Five days of great riding, food, entertainment and two wheeled competition.

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Jun 13: Ride with the Blue Knights TN V 2nd Annual Benefit Ride (rain date 6/20) at Boswells H-D, Fesslers Lane, Nashville.

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May 30: Caleb’s Ride at VFW Post 4641, Marshall Stuart Drive, Dickson. Caleb is a 13 year old boy that has a complicated brain tumor/cancer. Poker run, silent auction, (items needed) and karaoke, food for sale. FBO at 11 am and LBI at 4pm. Cost: $10. FMI: 615-495-5589 / 615509-2798, tinatrotter@bellsouth.net Jun 6: Dave Morris Memorial Ride, 112 East James Campbell Blvd, Columbia. $10/bike/vehicle. 30 to 40 mile scenic ride that ends at Henry Horton State Park for lunch-Dutch Treat. All proceeds benefit a downed biker. Organized by

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Jun 18-21: Junebug Boogie Motorcycle Rally, 115 Waterloo Rd, Cookeville.

Awesome music with Mustang Sally, Atomic Dogs, Aunt Betty, Moccasin Creek, Whiskey Guitars & Handlebars.

Crazy contests, field events, wet t-shirt contest, Mr. & Miss Junebug Boogie Contest. Hot showers, free camping, golf carts welcome, no support vehicle fees. 21+ only. See ad FMI. www. junebugboogie.com Jun 20: Truck Meet-2015 National at Wilson County Fairgrounds, 945 E Baddour Pkwy, Lebanon. Antiques, Hot Rods, Rat Rods, 4x4’s, Deisel’s, Rock Crawlers and more! $15 general admission/$25 Show vehicle.

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

VIRGINIA Jun 13: The Dragon Roars – Back of The Dragon at Tazewell County Fair Grounds, 515 Fairground Rd. Tazewell.

Motorcycle Run: The Jimmy Ramey Jr. Memorial Veterans Run, Register: 10am12pm, $20/single, $25/double. Run: 12:30pm-5:00pm, prizes, great food and live entertainment following the run.

Please come and ride and show your support for the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion. FMI www. backofthedragon.com or 276-988-5726

MUSIC EVENTS May 1: As Girls Go w/Roxie Randle at Columbia College, Columbia, SC

Jun 15: Ride Your Motorcycle to work day. Purpose: To demonstrate the number of motorcyclist to the general public and politicians; motorcyclists are from all walks of life; motorcycling is a social good. www.ridetowork.org

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Bike Info: 2002 Harley-Davidson Ultra Occupation: Police Sergeant Hobbies/Interests: Competitive shooting, teaching advanced riding skills and helping with a youth shooting team. Interests are getting closer to God, raising my children and being the husband my wife deserves.

Pennee Barron

Bike Info: 2010 Harley-Davidson Electroglide Ultra Classic with 103 upgrade. Custom fairing paint by Michael Swan.

Occupation: Business Manager at Mt. Cheaha HarleyDavidson Hobbies/Interests: Riding of course, Grandmother-to-be, spending time with friends who are like family, helping out where needed.

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ust a couple weeks ago, my family and I were driving through Tennessee following a spring break trip to the Pigeon Forge area when we saw a group of bikes traveling down I-75, many of which were towing trailers behind their motorcycles. This sparked a discussion regarding the safety, and George Stein legality of motorcycle trailers.

First, as most of you are aware, it is perfectly legal for a motorcycle to tow a trailer.

Yet, each state is going to have different laws with respect to how, or if, you are required to register or title a trailer. For example, in Georgia, trailers that weigh 2,000 pounds or less are required to Brian Caron be registered with the State of Georgia, but do not require a title. If the trailer weighs over 2,001 pounds, and was made after 1986, you would be required to title the trailer in addition to the registration.

This leads us to the questions regarding safety. Towing a trailer behind a bike can be dangerous, especially if proper safety measures aren't taken by an individual prior to hitting the road.

These include making sure you have a properly installed hitch and a trailer with a proper axle width and tongue length for your motorcycle. Yet, even while taking precautions, when looking at authorities in the motorcycle safety community, the majority of experts do not recommend towing a trailer. In particular, the Motorcycle Safety Foundation strongly discourages the practice.

They state that towing a trailer can cause tire overload, reduced braking due to the excess weight and create problems with stability and handling. Tire blowouts due to the change in weight and weaving of the trailer can cause a bike to go down at high rates of speed, especially on an interstate. Lastly, and maybe less important, towing a trailer will lower your gas mileage on your bike considerably.

If you are going to use a trailer, you also need to think about insurance on the trailer itself, just in case it gets damaged.

Whether or not your trailer is covered is going to usually be policy specific. You may have coverage on the trailer if you have additional accessory coverage, but this would not cover any loss if the trailer was not hitched to the bike. If any damage occurred if the trailer left the bike, or if it was stolen after or before you arrived at your destination, this would necessitate getting a separate policy for the trailer. So if you own a trailer, or are considering purchasing a trailer, make sure you speak to your agent and understand if the trailer is covered under your policy.

So the consensus is, if you are going to tow a trailer, please be careful and take extra precautions to ensure your safety. Make sure the tires on your bike, as well as the tires on your trailer, are in good shape, and can handle the excess stress. If you have any questions or concerns about towing a trailer, insurance or any safety issue, Steelhorse Law is always happy to speak to our friends in the community. Give us a call at 1-888-38-COURT, or stop by and chat with us at an event this spring. Stay safe.

May, 2015

George Ste in • B ria n Ca ro n

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