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Welcome to the digital version of The Bikers Trading Post
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The Bikers Trading Post is now being published monthly as a digital magazine. We have been making some big changes. Now, instead of being a one man show, we're teaming up with others to make us more of a community magazine. This will let us cover more and publish a lot more of all the events that you are going to. We are a local publication and dealing with local happenings. Yes, we will cover a few of the bigger shows that a lot of you follow but we understand you have no interest in a poker run in Kentucky. We will not be limited to the per page cost like in the normal printed publications. You can download the whole magazine and save it and you may take it to a printer and print part of it or all of it. This month we are putting in two calendars, one vertical and one horizontal. Most of the articles will have links and they are in red and labeled. If you click on that link it will take you to the albums of photos or a video slideshow from the event and you are welcome to right click in them to download and use for any non-commercial use. Please give us credit if you put them on your pages. You can take them and get prints of you and your friends if they were at one of the events that we covered. We have a facebook page that if you click on it will take you to a current list of the events that are happening in our area. At this time we have listed over 415 events past and present for 2015 in Western Pa. https://www.facebook.com/thebikerstradingpost Please check it out and friend us, and please feel free to share anything on that page you want to. Now with that all being said this is a biker magazine. We are covering the bike life, style and events. We work hard to try and keep things clean but if something is happening in the background and we miss it, OH WELL. If you are offended by off color jokes and photos of people getting crazy and photos of girls on bikes you are at the wrong place.
The past few months have been the greatest for events in Western Pa. I have had the opportunity to do many things, meet many new people, and see so many old acquaintances along the way. Every month we grow and grow. I am getting several new subscriptions almost every day. Up at Roar on the Shore I was hanging over the balcony taking some crowd shots and I had a guy come up tome and ask, are you with The Bikers Trading Post, and what is your name? He follows the magazine to keep up with all the local events. If you know of anything happening, please let us know so we can spread the word, or if you are at an event that we are not covering and you want to send photos and a short description of the event, we will consider placing it in the magazine. Last month we did our first guest model and things went really well with that. We had a lot of great comments, and a lot of interest. This month we will be doing it again, and if you have a photographer or know one that wants to submit photos of a bike with a model, please let us know. I have plans for several new features that we will be working on to do as a monthly feature and plan on just keep on growing. Also we are looking for some specialty bike shops in the area. We have some ideas that we are wanting to work on. Once again we are read by more people then any printed bike magazine covering Western Pa. And we continuing to grow. We are looking for people who want to make a few bucks doing what they love to do and covering events if you want to contact us the best way is e-mail at thebikerstradingpost@gmail.com. Also make sure you check out our bike night listing, as it is changed whenever we get new listings.
Anyone that is going to an event and wants to share it with us please e-mail us at thebikerstradingpost@gmail.com. If you Happy riding and keep the wheels on the ground. would like to join us in sales, covering events and getting published please let us know.
Thunder in the Burg 2016 This is the 10th anniversary of Thunder in the Burg. I could not think of a better day weather wise than they had. The only thing that held me back was being a little under the weather that day. Thunder in the Burg is an outdoor event that is held on the street and in the parking lot across from the Burg Bar in West Pittsburg. It is a great fundraiser for A.B.A.T.E. of Lawrence County and is an even bigger fun raiser. It is an all ages event and they have vendors, food, bands and a dunking booth along with a corn hole tournament. The bands this year were Doug and Dave, Bar Stool Mountain, and Thick as Thieves. It is always a good time with a lot of really great people
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Thunder in the Burg 2016 The following pics are from our cornhole tournament. First place left to right Ken Dougherty, Big Bob, Adam Second place left to right Art Sine, Big Bob, Ron Reno Third place left to right Ira Guthrie, Big Bob, Josh Guthrie Thank you Josh.
Bike Nights in the Western PA Area Question: Whe isn t my bike night or event listed in here? Answer: Because you didn t tell us. Listings on here are free. Just e-mail the information to thebikerstradingpost@gmail. com
MONDAY PNU Club 510 Franklin Ave Canonsburg, PA 724-745-9955 6-9 Drink specials free jukebox and open kitchen
TUESDAY Jergel's Rhythm Grille 103 Slade Lane, Warrendale, PA (724) 799-8333 http://jergels.com/calendar/ BLVD Pub and Kitchen 114 Southpointe Blvd Canonsburg, Pa 5-8 live music, drink and food specials! Cornhole, life size jenga and much more! Facebook Longhorn Corral 930 New Castle Rd, Butler, PA 6-10 Beer and Food Specials Jackpot Wheel FLIX Sports Bar Address: 1701 Lincoln Hwy, North Versailles, PA (412) 824-7010 Grill and Games WEBSITE
Pizon's Place One Cook Road Belle Vernon, PA $2.00 Domestic beers Taco Bar. (724) 268-3099 Shootin Bull Tavern Bike Night 6 to 9 4531 Fairview Drive, Murrysville, PA (724)339-7299 Beer Specials Free Snacks.
WEDNESDAY Bull Pen Rustic Inn 301 County Park RD, Avella, PA (724) 356-3000 5 pm to 8 pm
Mickeys Bike Night 1625 Pine Hollow Road, McKees Rocks, PA 15136 (412) 771-7606 http://www.mickeysplace.net/ Peter B's Bar and Grill 111 Rock and Roll Lane, Sarver PA 16055 Phone # : 724.353.2677 Coor's Light and Twisted Tea (it alternates) 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month, May-September, 6pm www.thunderatthebarn.com utah@shadyladystudio.com Mulligan's Sports Bar & Grill Join Hot Metal Harley-Davidson for Bike Nights 1013 Lebanon Rd. West Mifflin, PA FACEBOOK
Saeler-Solkovy Bike Night Every other Wednesday The Huddle Lounge 507 W. Cunningham St BUTLER, PA
Brew Belly 1303 Connellsville Rd Uniontown, PA Wings, Bud and Bud Light Specials
McHill s Bar and Grille 562 Route 68 New Brighton, PA Wing and Drink Specials Facebook
Bonfire Restaurant Bike Night 5739 Leechburg Rd, Leechburg, PA (724) 845-4961 Drink specials and free hotdogs
Sportsman's Tavern Bike Night 35248 Route 66, Leeper, PA (814) 744-8722 Bike Nights - 6 to 9 pm, Licensed outdoor area with deck fun rain or shine! Live Music Food off the grill Drink special - $2.00 cans
Quaker Steak and Lube Erie Bike Night 7851 Peach Street Erie, PA 814-864-9464 6-10 DJ, Karaoke Food and Drink Specials
Salina Inn Bike Night 378 Larimer Trail, Apollo, PA 15613 Wing Special and Frog Legs (724) 697-5036 Facebook
Quaker Steak and Lube Sharon Bike Night 101 Chestnut Street Sharon, PA 724-981-9464 6PM with 93.3 The Wolf Food and Drink Specials
Bike Nights in the Western PA Area Shooti s Bar & Grille (formerly Big Dogs Saloon) 100-J Boyce Park Drive Plum, Pa. 15239 412-793-9865 Ashleys Pub 342 Main St Spartansburg, PA (814) 654-7821 Bike night at every Wednesday night 5 to 10 Wing buffet for $9.00 6 to 9 Acoustic band.
Knuckleheads Bike Night 146 3 Degree Rd, Pittsburgh, PA Sputsy's Pub & Grub 42 Campbell Dr Avella, PA 15312 (724) 587-0301 Live music by Zuke and corn hole Drink specials starting at 4 with $.60 cent wings Lokay Lanes 2127 Mosside Blvd Monroeville, PA (412) 372-3046 77 customs hosts a show. They have a food truck, drink discounts. Other vendors, like sprint. Vape shops, etc. FACEBOOK Buffalo Wild Wings 2099 Interchange Road Erie, PA beer/food specials, live music, contests, giveaways, vendors, and the most bikes in town!!
THURSDAY Tiki Finleyville 6285 route 88, Finleyville, PA PIG ROAST every LAST Thursday of the month! Live entertainment $1 BURGERS AND DOGS & 2 for $5 domestics from 6-8pm Tradesmen's Inn Bike Night 1769 E National Pike, Scenery Hill, PA 15360 DJ inside and out Wing Night (724) 945-6115 Stone House Restaurant and Inn 3023 National Pike, Farmington, PA Live Music, Prizes and Givaways. BBQ, Bar and No Colors BAND LIST Joe's Bar and Grill 4814 Buttermilk Hollow Rd West Mifflin, PA $2.50 Miller Light Bottles Free Pizza 7:00 PM (412) 466-1719 Lyndora Hotel 1 Main St. Lyndora PA.Collaboration with Butler County A.B.A.T.E. Rumfish Grille Bike Night 1155 Washington Pike, Bridgeville, PA 15017 (412) 914-8013 rumfishpgh.com Quaker Steak and Lube Cranberry Bike Night 1298 Freedom Road. Cranberry Township, PA 16066 (724) 778-9464 Drink Specials, Venders, Games
Quaker Steak and Lube Austintown Bike Night 5800 Interstate Boulevard, Austintown, OH 44515 (330) 349-9464 Hosted by Fast Freddie Live entertainment, Vendors and Giveaways Tilted Kilt, Robinson 120 Andrew Dr, Pittsburgh,PA Starting at 6PM Sponsored by West Hills Honda and Miller Lite, Golia Vodka, and Jack Daniels. $2 off your entree when you show M-class license. ULTIMATE BIKE NIGHT DESTINATION this summer Beer Garden Bike Night 2399 Oneida Valley Rd, Petrolia, PA (724) 894-2428 Coors Light Specials Catered Food Specials
FRIDAY Bike Night at the Moose Every Friday 6PM Live Entertainment Dollar Burgers & Dogs 6pm - 8pm Prize Drawings Every Last Friday of the Month 1400 Factory Ave., Ellwood City, PA Bike Night at the Barracks The Barracks Tavern 10100 Ridge Rd, Girard, PA D.J., Drink specials!! Food Specials!!!
Bike Nights in the Western PA Area Warren H-D & Quaker Steak & Lube-Cortland Bike Night 2191 Millennium Blvd, Cortland, OH (330) 372-9464 http://thelube.com/locations/ohio/ warren/ 5-8 East Butler VFD Bike Nights are every Friday night 600pm to 1000pm, There will be Food and drink specials games and door prizes every half hr. Located behind the firehall at Pavalion (724) 996-1371 Bill s Valhalla 7250 Big Beaver Blvd. Beaver Falls Pa. 5 pm-11 pm Runt's Roadhouse 509 North Pike Road Sarver, PA Starting May 6 - 6pm-8:30pm with Gatto H-D Triple S H-D 7300 Willie G. Avenue Westover, West Virginia 26501 Starting May 27 - 6pm-9pm Food, Refreshments, Contests, Prizes, Demos Weekly information
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SATURDAY SUNDAY The Kosbar Ranch Sunday afternoon post run destination! 363 Coraopolis Rd, Coraopolis, PA 15108 $1.00 Hamburg and Hot Dogs Live Music with an Outdoor Patio (412) 329-7056
The Getaway CafĂŠ 3049 Sussex Ave Pittsburgh, Pa Bike Night Sundays Drink & Food Specials Buckets of Beer Giveaways DJ Entertainmnet Bikini Bike Wash WEBSITE Vince's Tavern Bike Night 31729 Route 66, Leeper, PA (814) 744-996 $2.50 Beer Specials and Food Specials Live Band weather permitting! Tradesmen's Inn Bike Night 1769 E National Pike, Scenery Hill, PA Wing Night (724) 945-6115 Steel City Social Club 48 Greenwood Dr. Pittsburgh, PA Sunday, Funday Starts at Noon Food, Beer and Music WWW.RPMCPITTSBURGH.COM The Cactus Lounge 3440 Pittsburgh Road Perryopolis, PA 15473 3:00PM Drink Specials 724-736-8951 FACEBOOK
RANDOM Cycle Gear 4848 William Flinn Hwy #3 Allison Park, Pennsylvania (724) 444-4260 Every 3rd Wednesday
Irish Motorcycle Riders One fine summer s evening, Paddy, Mick and Liam are riding back home from the bar, all three of them on Paddy s motorcycle. Of course, they get stopped by a cop who says to them, This motorcycle is only licensed to carry two people, and there are three of you. One of you will have to get off and walk. Three of us? says Paddy as he turns to Mick. Jeez, what happened to Rory and Niall?
Where to Park the Bike What the hell do you think you re doing? I yelled at my wife. You ve reversed the car over my motorbike! It s your own fault, she said. You re the one that left it in the shed. Yesterday I got stuck behind a young girl riding a horse. No matter what I did, I just couldn t get past her. I was tooting my horn, and hanging out the window yelling at her. She still wouldn t let me past.
The Frustrated Biker There was a guy on a motorcycle behind me and he was waving too. I was getting so wound up and frustrated. It s people like you that cause accidents! I shouted. Eventually, I just couldn t take any more so I looked around to make sure the coast was clear and then I jumped off the carousel.
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Syria Motor Corps Poker Run On July 10, I arrived at the Syria Shrine Center bright and early, while there were less than 100 bikes on location. I was surprised, after the turnout they had the years before, but we weren't disappointed. The weather was absolutely perfect, sunny and warm without being too hot or humid, and bikes continued to file in all the way up until the run was ready to take off. We found Mark Slupe, the president of the Syria Motor Corps, and he was happy to talk with us about the event. Mark pointed out that there are good years, and bad years, but promised, "I'm not gonna quit until it's the elite run in Western Pennsylvania." Based on what we've seen in the last couple years, this truly is the elite run for the area. The Syria Motor Corps who organize the event are part of the Shriners non-profit organization dedicated to funding hospital care for children in the form of 22 nonprofit medical facilities spread across North America. Although we cover a lot of non-profit and charity events and organizations, this group of guys who dedicate their time, energy, and money to raising as much money as they do for children is just incredible. Although many associate Shriners with men in tiny cars, or wearing tasseled hats, or with ads on TV asking for $19 to make a difference in a child's life, most don't realize how incredible the organization is, or worry that these are gimmicks and a scam. Shriners Hospitals treat children with no out of pocket costs. These are hospitals staffed with great doctors, people who want to make a difference in the world, who want to help children without insurance companies getting in the way determining what is and isn t going to be covered. Although the hospitals do bill insurance companies if their patients have insurance, they don t charge any bills beyond what insurance will cover regardless of actual costs of treatment, and accept patients with no consideration of race, religion, or relationship to the organization. These are hospitals that PCPs and other doctors send children to for the best treatment available, staffed with the best doctors available. This year, 425 motorcycles participated in the run, with around another 50 passengers, and more than 75 volunteers. They sold more than $2,000 worth of raffle tickets, and at the end of the day, raised more than $16,000. Mark told me that at their meeting at the end of July, he was proud to tell the guys that they have raised and donated more than $25,000 to the Shriners Hospitals in Cincinnati, Erie, and Philadelphia this year alone. Mark told me that he personally visited these hospitals, remarking that it was 5 down, and 17 to go, expressing that he has a personal goal of visiting all 22 hospitals.
Syria Motor Corps Poker Run So, who raises this money? According to Slupe, it's everybody in the Syria Motor Corps that does it. They are a group of people who want to do good, with very little corporate sponsorship. Z&M Harley-Davidson donated a rear tire, which is the largest corporate donation to the annual run. Gatto and Three Rivers Harley-Davidson also donated gift bags, and Herr s donated potato chips to the event. Aside from those, everything else was a private donation, and none of it would be possible without the efforts of the Motor Corps. This year, the Butler County Sheriff helped organize private donations from several people in the area to be auctioned off. There was a signed photograph of James Harrison valued at $500 donated by somebody not affiliated with the Shriners at all, as well as Penguins tickets, and front row Pirates tickets. Chuck Varner, of Ford City got lucky on the 50/50 raffle, winning $1,060. He wrote to the Syria Motor Corps afterwards saying that he immediately thought of all the ways he could use the money, from fixing his car to things he s been trying to save for. He wrote, But in that moment, that split second, I thought all my needs and wants don't compare to the needs and wants of all those kids you're trying to help. Everyone at the stage is shaking my hand, telling me congratulations. All I can think to say is Give it to the kids . And with that, he donated all of it back, turning the 50/50 raffle into a $2120 donation to Shriners Hospital. If any of you know Chuck, be sure to thank him, and buy him a drink for his good will! Thanks, Chuck. You re one of the good ones! The run was lead with an escort by the Allegheny County Sheriff and several motorcycle officers, and this is always welcome. I wish to take a moment to personally thank all of the law enforcement officers who came out and lent a hand at helping to keep people safe, and to benefit our community. Your efforts are appreciated! When riders got back to the Syria Shrine Center after the gun, there was food and good fun. Abby Abbondanza, lead vocalist for the Hillbilly Way, formerly known as the Povertyneck Hillbillies, was there and was happy to meet several of the children who are patients of Shriners Hospitals, the very kids this run benefits. This is a big event every summer, and I m sure we will only see it grow as time goes on. I can t wait until next year! If anyone would like more information about the organization, check out the Syria Motor Corps on Facebook, or at www.syriamotorcorps.org. Their next event is a car show and cruise, which will be at the Syria Shrine Center on August 21.
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Humor to relieve stress So you think you've had a bad day The following is taken from a Florida newspaper: A man was working on his motorcycle on his patio and his wife was in the house in the kitchen. The man was racing the engine on the motorcycle and somehow, the motorcycle slipped into gear. The man, still holding the handlebars, was dragged through a glass patio door and the motorcycle dumped onto the floor inside the house. The wife, hearing the crash, ran into the dining room, and found her husband laying on the floor, cut and bleeding, the motorcycle laying next to him and the patio door shattered. The wife ran to the phone and summoned an ambulance. Because they lived on a fairly large hill, the wife went down the several flights of long steps to the street to direct the paramedics to her husband. After the ambulance arrived and transported the husband to the hospital, the wife uprighted the motorcycle and pushed it outside. Seeing that gas had spilled on the floor, the wife obtained some paper towels, blotted up the gasoline, and threw the towels in the toilet. The husband was treated at the hospital and was released to come home. After arriving home, he looked at the shattered patio door and the damage done to his motorcycle. He became despondent, went into the bathroom, sat on the toilet and smoked a cigarette. After finishing the cigarette, he flipped it between his legs into the toilet bowl while still seated. The wife, who was in the kitchen, heard a loud explosion and her husband screaming. She ran into the bathroom and found her husband laying on the floor. His trousers had been blown away and he was suffering burns on the buttocks, the back of his legs and his groin. The wife again ran to the phone and called for an ambulance. The same ambulance crew was dispatched and his wife met them at the street. The paramedics loaded the husband on the stretcher and began carrying him to the street. While they were going down the stairs to the street accompanied by the wife, one of the paramedics asked the wife how the husband had burned himself. She told them and the paramedics started laughing so hard, one of them tipped the stretcher and dumped the husband out. He fell down the remaining steps and broke his ankle. So, "Is your day as bad as you think?"
Humor to relieve relieve Humor to stress Take what you want A backwoods, mountain-bred, engineering studentWas walking on campus one day when another mountainreared, engineering student rode up on a shiny new motorcycle. "Where did you get such a rockin' bike?" asked the first. The second engineer replied, "Well, I was walking along yesterday minding my own business when a beautiful woman rode up on this bike. She threw the bike to the ground, took off all her clothes and said, 'Take what you want'". The second engineer nodded approvingly. "Good choice, the clothes probably wouldn't have fit".
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Due to an extremely heavy load at this time things are often changing, check here for up dates www.thebikerstradingpost.com August 5-7, 2016
Southern Ohio Buckeye Bike Rally Bands, Motorcycles, Burnouts, Beer, Camping, Vendors , Poker Run, Bike Show, Wet T-Shirt, Biker Games and More Jefferson, Ohio INFORMATION
August 6, 2016
All Day Praise At Cascade Car and Bike Show New Castle, PA
August 6, 2016
Scooters 11th Annual Poker Run Benefiting Boots on the Ground Food and Entertainment at the After-Party Erie, PA INFORMATION
August 6, 2016 Brews, Bands and Bike show. Vintage and modern shows Mercer, PA
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Volant Fire Company 11th Poker Run Great ride in some scenic Countryside www.volantvfc.com Volant, PA INFORMATION
August 6, 2016
Run For a Goal Roscoe American Legion Post #801 Food and Entertainment Roscoe, PA INFORMATION
Aug. 6, 2016
V-twin Cruisers of Warren Dice Run Benefiting adaptive sports Programs of Ohio INFORMATION
Aug. 6, 2016
Ride tio Fight Suicide American Foundation For Suicide Prevention Washington, PA INFORMATION
Aug. 6, 2016
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Run for McGuire A special ride for special people Reg. 9am at 1316 7th Ave Beaver Falls PA INFORMATION
Aug. 7, 2016
Pittsburgh Inn Bike Run Profits used to ship supplies to our service men Erie, PA INFORMATION
PLEASE GO TO THE WEBSITE ON THIS NEXT RUN. IT IS A NATIONAL FINDRAISER. August 7, 2016 Western Pennsylvania Ride for Kids, The suggested minimum donation to ride is $40 per motorcycle. We encourage you to fund raise before the event to make a real difference to the kids. Seneca Valley High School Jackson Township, PA WEBSITE
Mon Valley Redneck Rally& Pig Roast Yukon Lions Field Games, Contests and 50/50 Dinner at 5
Vets Run A.B.A.T.E. of Butler Butler, PA
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August 7, 2016 Fallen Warrior All Day Tribute And Poker Run Morning Worship Afternoon Run Live Music New Castle, PA
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August 12, 2016
Paul “Tattoo” Williams Awareness Ride This is a Free Ride Erie, PA INFORMATION
Aug. 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 2016
Apple's East Coast Motorcycle Rally Music, games and wild women. Motorcycle Demolition Derby Good Food, Cold Beer and Great Times INFORMATION
August 13, 2016
Charity Ride for Nico Laurel Highlands Ride with Food and Refreshments At The Last Stop Greensburgh, PA INFORMATION
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Pittsburgh International Race Complex Track Days Wampum, PA
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Thank a Vet Dam Run The info is not all here but I think Warren, PA INFORMATION
August 13, 2016
Bill’s Valhalla Bike Run Operation Sidecars for Disabled Veterans Beaverfalls, PA
August 13, 2016
Helping P.A.C.T. Foundation Prevent Another Crime Today Police Escort West View, PA INFORMATION
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2016 Cafe Racer Readers Ride-In Bike Show A great show in Swickley, PA
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SGT. May Memorial Run Triple-S H-D Morgantown, WV
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USW District 10 Poker Run Benefits March of Dimes North Versailles, PA INFORMATION
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Elks Club Poker Run Pre. Reg. for a free t-shirt Erie, PA. INFORMATION
Aug. 14, 2016
Vinnies Run Rain or shine Helping with Vinneys bills from when a deer ran out in front of him West Pittsburgh, PA INFORMATION
August 14, 2016
Ice Cream Run Sorry my information here is real bad. I will look for better Information. INFORMATION
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Saeler & Solkovy 9th Memorial Run For the Reyes family Petrolia, PA INFORMATION
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Annie B Run Benefits Child Safety In Bridgeville Knights Creed Bridgeville, Pa INFORMATION
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Helping Military Families Motorcycle Run Benefit the Fisher House Pittsburgh, PA INFORMATION
August 20, 2016
Mark Durrance Memorial Bike Run After run party Food off the Grill and Miller Light Pittsburgh, PA
Rally in the Valley Mid Ohio Bikers Weekend Beer, food, contests and prizes. Parkersburg, WV.
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Lawrence County A.B.A.T.E. Toy Run Music, Food and Raffles Live Band West Pittsburg, PA
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Ride for Recovery Proceeds are used to Raise Drug Addiction Awareness Pittsburgh, PA
August 27, 2016
Let it Roar Poker Run Benefit the Arc of Erie PA. After Party Erie, PA
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Freedom Ride Alliance of BikersAimed Toward Education Benefit PA BikePAC Fayette A.B.A.T.E. Smock, PA INFORMATION
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2016 Veterans Benefit Ride In support of Veterans Place Allison Park, PA.
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Glass City Autofest Cars, Bikes, DJ, Pinup Contest, Kids Area, Food, Vendors And more. Jeanette, PA
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Run for Pachygyria Food, Drinks and Chinese Auction Irwin PA. INFORMATION
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A.B.A.T.E. of PA 3rd Annual Fall Fling Crowensville Moose Lodge Games, Music and Fun INFORMATION
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Scavenger Hunt *Bike Run Benefit National Multiple Sclerosis Society Need Camera or Camera Phone Monaca, PA
Sept. 9-10-11, 2016
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Benefit for Donna Ride, Food and Band Cheswick, PA
BRI’s Rock N Ride For Autism Solutions Patton, PA? brisrocknride@aol.com FLYER
Aug. 27, 2016
Benefit for Donna To help Donna Sanford (BIG D) with her fight with lung cancer Cheswick, PA
Aug, 27. 2016 Breast Cancer Awareness and Research Bike Run Music, Bikini Bike Wash, Food and Beverages Gibsonia, PA
Sept 10, 2016
Cruisin With The Community Cars, Trucks and Motorcycles No Entry Fee Food Music and 50/50 Burgettstown, PA
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Aug. 27, 2016
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Chad M. Gates Memorial Run Followed by a pig roast and live music Blairsville VFW
United Volunteer Fire and Rescue 2. 3. and 4 Wheels East McKeesport, PA
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Aug. 28, 2016
Turtle Creek Poker Run Turtle Creek VFD Turtle Creek, PA. Food, Entertainment and games Turtle Creek, PA
Sept 11 2016
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Wounded Warrior Project Bike Run To Shankesville, PA Flight 93 Memorial Food, Beverages And Music West Mifflin, PA
Sept. 3, 2016
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Ride for Ronald's Kids West Mayfield, PA INFORMATION
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Cannonball Run Triple S H-D Westover, WV
September 24, 2016 Finleyville, Pa Mon Valley ABATE Outdoor Swap Meet Finleyville, PA
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Sept 11 2016
Brothers of the Trowel Widows Sons Mountain Rumble Fall Ride Meadville, PA
Oct. 1, 2016
Lancaster A.B.A.T.E. Rider to Thrive Helping a Lancaster Resident in Need Lancaster, PA
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Sept 11-17, 2016
$100k Motorcycle Bike Run 2016 3500 miles in five days
October 8, 2016 National Motorcycle Ride Day
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Sept. 17, 2016
F.O.P. Lodge 47 Ribfest & Motorcycle RunPolice Escorted Run See below for alot of information INFORMATION
Sept, 17, 2016
Run for the Pups Complimentary food and draft beer West Mifflin, PA INFORMATION
The Blonde Joke A blonde, a redhead, and a brunette were all lost in the desert. They found a lamp and rubbed it. A genie popped out and granted them each one wish. The redhead wished to be back home. Poof! She was back home. The brunette wished to be at home with her family. Poof! She was back home with her family. The blonde said, "Awwww, I wish my friends were here."
Erie Harley Owners Group
Miles for Smiles for M.D.A. Erie Harley Owners Group Miles for Smiles for M.D.A. Erie H.O.G. chapter 2293 presented the 24th Annual M.D.A. Miles for Smiles ride as it kicked off Harley-Davidson of Erie s 2016 Bikefest on Sunday, July 10th. Two hundred and eighty three riders enjoyed the scenic 107 mile trip through Erie & Crawford counties. Each participant had their ride card stamped at the 5 stops and all were entered into a drawing for $300, $200, & $100 prizes at the ending party. Malpractice, a band comprised entirely of doctors, performed for the crowd. There were raffles & door prizes and Erie H.O.G. raised over $8,000 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association during this event. Photo credit: ErieBikerPhotos.com
Photography and article by Kenny Sturm www.ErieBikerPhotos.com
Erie Harley Owners Group
Miles for Smiles for M.D.A.
Erie Harley Owners Group
Miles for Smiles for M.D.A.
Erie Harley Owners Group
Miles for Smiles for M.D.A.
Erie Harley Owners Group
Miles for Smiles for M.D.A.
Harley-Davidson of Erie
Harley-Davidson of Erie Bikefest 2016. 9 Days of rides, music, giveaways and just plain hanging out with a lot of good people. This is everything that anyone would want in a bike event. They started out on Saturday, July 9th with Chrome at Buffalo Wild Wings in Erie. Chrome is a local band that has been really gaining popularity in the biker community. On Sunday they had the MDA Miles for Smiles that was attended by Kenny Sturm, from ErieBikerPhotos.com, you can see his complete collection of photos there and his article and some photos in here. They ended the day with an after party. Monday presented a golf tournament followed by a bike night at Liberty park. From Tuesday till Saturday they had Vendor Village with some great vendors to make your bike and riding complete. Every night brought out great bands, and there were Harley-Davidson demo rides Tuesday through Saturday. Thursday through Saturday had the lovely Amy Bellas doing the Bikini Bike Wash. Friday and Saturday were huge, with a full house both days. I have never seen such a turn out for an event like this. There were bikes up and down the street with every empty parking lot around filled and people waiting to get into Erie HarleyDavidson. Saturday brought the bike show, with some great bikes in attendance and several builders that I know. This is a great event that gives people some extra riding and an opportunity to get out. With it nearing maximum capacity, I am wondering what will happen next year. Knowing these guys, they already have something up their sleeves to make it bigger and better. You can check out some photos from the event
HERE.
Harley-Davidson of Erie
Harley-Davidson of Erie
Harley-Davidson of Erie
Harley-Davidson of Erie
Harley-Davidson Dealers Apple H-D 495 Municipal Drive Duncansville, PA 16635 814-696-7433
DuBois Motorcycle Plus 101 W. DuBois Ave. DuBois, PA 15801 814-371-5750
Harley-Davidson of Erie
Zepka H-D 960 Eisenhower Blvd. Johnstown, PA 15904 814-262-7777
Z & M Cycle Sales 6130 State Route 30 Greensburg, PA 15601 724-837-9404
Honda Dealers Gatto H-D
Yamaha
Off-Road Express 10320 Wattsburg Rd. Erie, PA. 16509 814-825-2396
Victory Dealers Northstar Power Sports 1482 N. Hermitage Rd. Hermitage, PA 16148 724-962-6001
3712 W 12th St. Erie, PA 16505 814-838-1356
139 E. 6th Ave Tarentum, PA 15084 724-224-0500
Can-Am Dealers
Gatto H-D
Leisure Time Powersports
Leisure Time Powersports
139 E. 6th Ave Tarentum, PA 15084 724-224-0500
Hot Metal HD 1122 Lebanon Road West Mifflin, Pa 15122 412-464-9453
McMahon s Cycle Sales 613 7th Avenue Beaver Falls, PA 15010 724-846-6251
New Castle H-D 4655 US Route 422 New Castle, PA 16101 724-924-2310
Steel City H-D 1375 Washington Road Washington, PA 15301 724-225-7020
Street Track N Trail, Inc 13723 Conneaut Lake Rd. Conneaut Lake, PA 16316 824-382-4821
Three Rivers H-D 1463 Glenn Ave. Glenshaw, PA 15116 412-487-3377
Thunder H-D 1344 E. State St. Sharon, PA 16146 724-981-7282
Triple S Harley-Davidson 308 Cheat, Road Morgantown, WV 26508 304-284-8244
729 E. Columbus Ave. Corry, PA 16407 814-664-4604
McMahon s Cycle Sales 613 7th Avenue Beaver Falls, PA 15010 724-846-6251
Street Track N Trail 3723 Conneaut Lake Rd. Conneaut Lake, PA 814-382-4821
West Hills Honda 209 Moon Clinton Road Coraopolis, PA 412-262-2200
World of Wheels 3572 State Rt. 257 Seneca, PA 16346 814-676-5721
Kawasaki Dealers Gatto H-D 139 E. 6th Ave Tarentum, PA 15084 724-224-0500
Street Track N Trail 3723 Conneaut Lake Rd. Conneaut Lake, PA 814-382-4821
World of Wheels 3572 State Rt. 257 Seneca, PA 16346 814-676-5721
729 E. Columbus Ave. Corry, PA 16407 814-664-4604
Indian Indian Motorcycles of Erie 10320 Wattsburg Rd. Erie, PA. 16509 814-825-2396
Custom Paint J T s Auto and Cycle 118 Chestnut Rd Charleroi, PA 15022 724-483-1391
Mozina Graphics 8355 Route 819 Greensburg, PA 15601 724-838-0420 www.mozinagraphics.com
Motorcycle Accessories Lutz s Leather 1163 Mercer Rd Beaver Falls, PA 15010 724-843-6220
Geared Up Motorcycle Accessories 1416 Pennsylvania Ave. Monaca. PA 15061 724-774-2700
Herb Crawford Cycle Parts 924 15th St Franklin, PA 16323 814-432-5564
Motorcycle Parts Repair and Inspection Unique All Cycles 3920 Penn Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15224 412-681-0861 or 412-683-BIKE
Rask Cycle 1647 Evans City Road Evans City, PA 16033 724-538-4123 www.raskcycle.com
Schulz Cycle & ATV 3153 National Pike Centerville, PA 15358 724-632-7100 www.schultzcycle.com
Schulz Cycle 106 Morgan Hill Road Morgan, PA 412-257-3188 www.schulzcucle.com
Feltes Motorcycle and Firearms 1001 Lowry Ave. Jeannette, PA 15844 724-853-5000 www.feltesmotorcycles.com
Insurance Jack Bonus Insurance 101 N. Main St. Zelienople, Pa 16063 724-452-4177
Rider Insurance Marquis Smith 724-504-2295
A.L. Kayafas Insurance 705 Church St. Wampum, PA 16157 724-535-8888
Tattoo Juggernaut Ink
217s.4th street Jeannette PA 15644 724-374-5058
Food and Drink Establishments Pizza Man s Pizza
5 S. Jefferson St. New Castle, PA. 16101 724-658-0333
The Bier Haus 866 State Rt. 31 Ruffs Dale, PA 15679 724-696-9009
Bavington Roadhouse 1860 Steubinville Pike Burgettstown, PA 15021 724-899-2448
Blue Haven Lounge 492 Nixon Rd. Cheswick, PA 15024 412-274-9963
Burg Bar & Grill 1118 Eleventh Street West Pittsburgh, PA 16160 724-535-0205
Double Wide Grill 2339 East Carson St. Pittsburgh, PA 15203 412-390-1111
Double Wide Grill 100 Adams Shoppes Mars, PA 16046 724-553-5212
Edgewater Inn 4701 4th Ave Beaver Falls, PA 16010 724-843-2272
Harmony Ridge 1280 Breitenstein Rd. Ambridge, PA 15003 724-266-2414
Iron Creek Bar and Grill 611 Millers Run Road Cuddy, PA 15031 412-564-5292
JD s Tap House 440 Baldwin St. Meadville, PA 16335 814-336-3055
www.juggernautink.com Flesh Mechanics
Crystal Lake Inn
1414 Pennsylvania Ave. Monaca. PA 15061 www.fleshmechanics.com
743 Liberty St Hartstown, Pa 16131 814-382-6249
Lakeside Tavern 12774 Rt. 19 South Waterford, PA 16441 814-796-4156
Lee s Place 707 Herman Road Butler, Pa 724-285-5866
Long Branch Saloon 574 Blockhouse Run Road New Brighton, PA 15066 724-843-9768
Luanne s Rt68 2424 Midland Beaver Rd Industry, PA 15052 724-643-6508
Nate s Bar and Grill 4377 Rt.19 Cocherton, PA 16314 814-425-3925
Peter B s Bar and Grill 111 Rock & Roll Lane Sarver, PA 16055 724-353-2677
Purples Saloon 1435 St. Rt. 66 Ford City, PA 16226 724-763-1812
Quaker Steak & Lube 1425 Scalp Ave. Unit 140 Johnstown, PA 15904 814-262-9464
Quaker Steak & Lube 101 Chestnut Street Sharon, PA 16146 724-981-9464
Quillens Cafe 1151 Walnut St. Stoneboro, PA 16153 724-376-2823
Rock House Bar and Grill 2560 William Flynn Highway Butler, PA 16001
Rock Ann Haven 141 Greenwood Dr. Butler, PA 16001 724-283-1826
Rudy s Restaurant 1641 Mercer Grove City Rd. Mercer, PA 16137 724-748-3068
Six Packs Bar and Grill 3708 Ellwood Rd New Castle, PA 16101 724-924-9724
The Beer Garden 2399 Oneida Road Petrolia, PA 16050 724-894-2428
The Brady s Run Grille 449 Constitution Blvd. New Brighton, PA 15066 724-843-9001
The Handle Bar & Grille 342 West Pike St. Cannonsburg, PA 15317 724-746-4227
Landmark Hotel 289 Old Ash Road Mercer, PA 16137
The Ranch
Czartoryski Cafe
The Hitching Post
302 Parade St. Erie, PA 16507 814-455-0132
438 Hadley Road Greenville, PA 16125 724-588-2689
Fatboys Saloon
The Branding Iorn
12714 Dicksonburg Rd. Conneautville, PA 16406 814-382-9278
2221 Ben Franklin Highway New Castle, PA 16116 724-658-1210
H.T. S Spillway
Ziggy s Lounge
797 Oneida Valley Rd. Butler, PA 16001 724-283-0356
201 6th Ave. Tarentum, PA 15084 724-895-3663
Marroni s Lounge
Wide Glide Bar and Grill
1 Ohio River Boulevard Leetsdale, Pa 15056 724-266-8030
518 Broad Ave. Belle Vernon, PA 15012 724-243-3766
Otto s Tavern 611 Riviera Rd. Emleton, PA 16373 724-867-0952
Breakers Pub
4628 Ellwood Rd. New Castle, PA 16101 724-752-9700
187 Portersville Rd. Ellwood City, Pa 16117 724-752-2955
Uncle Dan s Saloon ( UD s )
Buffalo Wild Wings
2445 State Highway 98 Conneautville, PA 16406 814-763-3215
Walt s Tavern 11780 St. Hwy. 618 Conneaut Lake, Pa. 16316 814-382-9593
Keystone Bar
2099 Interchange Rd. Erie, PA 16509 814-868-9464
Peters Creek Pub 2103 Rankintown Rd. Finleyville, PA 15332 724-348-6607
Pizza Joe s
210 First St. Ellwood City, PA 16117 724-758-4217
1815 W. State St. New Castle, PA. 16101 724-654-1150
Pit Stop Pub
Quaker Steak and Lube
430 Erie St. Mercer, PA 16137 724-662-3116
Weisz s Hazel Manor 215 North St. Ellwood City, PA 16117 724-758-3878
Hunter Jacks Bar and Grill 10100 W. Ridge Rd. Girard, PA 16417 814-774-8643
Jacks Are Wild 7501 Sharon Mercer Rd. Mercer, PA 16137 724-346-5246
7851 Peach St. Erie, PA 16509 814-864-9464
Quaker Steak and Lube 1298 Freedom Road Cranberry, PA 16066 724-778-9464
Three B s Lounge 309 S. Main St. Zelienople, PA 16063 724-452-9959
The Lake House 12057 St. Hwy. 618 Conneaut Lake, PA 16316 814-510-9220
Q: What does HOG stand for? A: Heavyset Old Geezers Q: Why did they decide to call it the "Harley Owners Group?" A: Because the term "Special Ed" was already taken. Q: Why are Harley's some of the safest bikes on the road? A: You can't go fast enough to hurt yourself. Q: Did you hear about the Harley rider that broke his arm while playing golf? A: He fell off the ball washer! Q: What do you call a Harley that doesn't leak oil? A: Empty! A: They'd read in the newspaper that one out of every five babies born in the world today is Chinese. Q: How do you tell which is the Groom at a Harley owner wedding? A: He's the one with the CLEAN mechanic's shirt. Q: How is a Harley Davidson like an old dog? A: They both like to ride in the back of pickup trucks
2nd Wesley Zablocki Memorial Ride I was not able to get the information from the organizers of this run . This run was on July 9th, one of the nicest days of the year to date. There were so many different events going on that day. I stopped there on my way between several. Enclosed are some of the photos that I did from the stop.
2nd Wesley Zablocki Memorial Ride
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Roar on the Shore 2016 was no disappointment this year. Based in downtown Erie, it is a free rally that is a fundraiser for local charities. To date they have donated $800,000, and have added an estimated $25 million to the local economy. The charity for 2016 was Erie Homes for Children and Adults. It is an continuously growing event that always has great headliners, a bunch of free events and and some free celebrity meet and greets. It has a huge community impact bringing people in from all over the country. The downtown area is booming during that time with 62 taverns and restaurants within blocks of the center. Bringin in the Roar Parade is is the largest ride, starting at Presque Isle Downs & Casino with thousands of riders from across the country, for the biggest bike parade in Roar on the Shore history. The pre-parade gathering featured a concert, singing of the National Anthem by Audra Miller and a blessing of the bikes by Vince Rizzone. A 30-by-60-foot display of the Stars and Stripes, sponsored by (Erie PA s Old Glory, Erie County Chapter, National Flag Foundation), was displayed at 10th and State streets to greet riders as they arrive in the Hub. Every bike received a complimentary American flag for their bike, sponsored by Annin Flagmakers. The official number for the parade is 4,800, with another 300 bikes or so jumped into the parade from the parade route. It is estimated that there were 22,000 spectators and they gave out over 13,000 American flags.
In the five day event they estimated a crowd of 165,000 people with many participating in the 10 rides organized by the event. There were about 100 vendors with just about anything you would want for your riding experience and plenty of entertainment. They had four headline groups. Jackyl, a band that is very well known in the biker community. Vince Neil is a former Indy Racer and best known as the lead vocalist of heavy metal band Mรถtley Crue. Vixen is an all-female American rock band that achieved success during the late 1980s and early 1990s as part of the Los Angeles, California glam metal scene. They had hits that they played including Edge of a Broken Heart, Love Made Me, How Much Love, Love Is a Killer and Not a Minute Too Soon. To me the the highlight of the entertainment was Quiet Riot. They are an American heavy metal band best known for their hit singles Metal Health and Cum on Feel the Noize. If you grew up in the 70 s, you would know that group well. Roar on the Shore is a very relaxed event that has some of the nicest bikes in Western Pa attending and the largest number of bikes of any event in the area. You can spend hours walking looking at bikes checking out the vendors and taking test rides. It easily takes two days to cover everything. It was a great time to hang out with some old friends and also meet many new ones. I am already looking forward to the 2017 Roar on the Shore so mark your calendars for July 12, 13, 14, 15 and 16, 2017.
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Built by Renegade Gentlemen Customs LLC Strife Charming and George Gharming The frame is an old British bike frame (unknown make) that I've cut up and welded. Rigid stretched rear swingarm. Front end is off a 1979 Honda CB750. The motor is a 1999 Harley Sportster that's been punched up to a 1280. Balanced crankshaft and connecting rods, oversize Keith Black pistons and jugs, custom Andrews cams, heads worked with custom Keith Black valves, Ultima digital single fire ingition, Ultima carb and intake, S&S adjustable pushrods, Harley 5 speed tranny, no foot controls up shift by knee downshift by hand, no rear brakes, gas tank is an old sportster tank that's been hammer and grinder massaged, side mount headlight, moonshine jug oil tank. Almost everything done by me at Renegade Gentlemen Customs, LLC except engine work by my brother George, and gas tank lettering by Pinstriping by Menke. Mike Kraner-Henthorn of Michael's Magic Mirror Photography Columbus Ohio
22 annual
Thunder in the Cascades
This year brought us the 22nd annual Thunder in the Cascades that was held at the Lawrence County Fair Grounds. After the last two years of the worst weather that you could have for a bike event it had to be about the best weather I have seen in years. It did get a little chilly for sleeping on the ground at nights but aside from that you could not beat it. I did not go out for the early bird Wednesday. That gives people an extra day to be a little more relaxed while setting up, and also to listen to the band US 4 Now. The crowd is small on Wednesday, but I heard the band put on a good performance. Thursday is always the main setup day, with people coming in at all times of the day due to some working and some wanting to get an early start on the party. There is a poker run every day and Thursday started off the rally with the vendors opening in the morning, and the Sofa King Cool Band. After the band, the real entertainment starts with the Hot Buns Contest, a LED show and the finishing with the great music of Juvenile Characteristics.
22 annual
Thunder in the Cascades
Friday is the day I always cant wait for because there is something for everyone. A poker run, a winery ride, and then games, followed by the tattoo contest. As always, there are some great tattoos out there. The Iron Roots band played at 4. They are a classic rock band with a lead singer that was great with the Janis Joplin and Grace Slick music. They were a pleasure to listen to. Then, of course, we can not forget about the wet t-shirt contest that always features some of the most beautiful ladies of Western PA. This year was no exception with the winner being a beautiful young lady from up in Erie. I can never figure where they come up with these beautiful ladies. After the wet tshirt contest Ron gets the mechanical bull wound up for the guys and the girls to try their skills out on. There were some great riders this year along with some really beautiful ladies giving it a try. Friday night finished up with the Ozone Rangers, a ZZ Top tribute band, playing for the rocking and dancing pleasure.
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22 annual
Thunder in the Cascades
Saturday starts off early for the few that did not overindulge on Friday. It starts at the unholy hour of 9 AM with a bike wash and a 10 AM poker run. After that, we get into a normal time of 11 AM for the bike show. Working for national car and motorcycle magazines, I was always told the we have some of the best builds in the world in Western Pa. The quality here showed that to be true. After the bike show was the bike games, and they are my favorite part of the event (except the wet t-shirt contests). There was an excellent turn out of bikes as always. Participants to keep the crowd pleased and it, as always, was very well run. I didn't see any busted bikes or broken bones so that calls it a success. There was the awards followed by the River City Saints. They kept things hopping till the next wet t-shirt contest. I am always surprised on how many new contestants show up for the second day. There again, it was a true winner for all the people watching and the three top contestants split the first prize, The night followed up with Ron entertaining with the mechanical bull, and then the music of Southern Comfort EXP. It was, once again, a great weekend, with the hit for the event being Mustang Sally.
22 annual
Thunder in the Cascades
22 annual
Thunder in the Cascades
22 annual
Thunder in the Cascades
22 annual
Thunder in the Cascades
22 annual
Thunder in the Cascades
22 annual
Thunder in the Cascades
22 annual
Thunder in the Cascades
22 annual
Thunder in the Cascades