Tbtp june 2016 by The Bikers Trading Post

Summer cook out season is back At new castle Harley Davidson June 4 Open House and Cookout Join us with the Grove City VFD Poker Run For a DJ, Refreshments and More.

June 18 Open House and Cookout Thinking of Fathers Day. Great Gifts for Dad, Hot Food, Refreshments and More

Father s Day Shopping Event June 13-18 This is the day to get that grumpy old man what he really wants. In fact, we will have no problem if you even want to buy him a new Harley-Davidson, but we will also be very happy to assist you with that new t-shirt.

WE ARE YOUR TOURING HEADQUARTERS JUNE SPECIAL OFFERS! RIDE HOME TODAY. Stop in to see our full selection. NCHD gift card with a 2016 touring model or an extended warranty. Demo the bike you want right off the showroom floor and ride it home the same day

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Welcome to the digital version of The Bikers Trading Post 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.

Rambling Thoughts O, where do I start to ramble on. This was a crazy month for me. I have a job that I work for the insurance and bill money, where I work three days a week. This past month they moved me to a different site and I have been working 55 to 62 hours a week. I told my supervisor that if I wanted to work I would get a real freaking job. He had no sense of humor. Oh well life goes on. This past month was tough getting to events. I have planned to go and then the night before and that morning they are predicting rain. Then see it was a perfect day for the run. Many were canceled and some were moved. Looking forward to having great weather. That will help make all the events much better. I am looking for all the runs and the multi-day events. This will be a great summer. Life is short, live it to the max. We are read by more people than any printed motorcycle magazine covered in Western Pennsylvania. We are growing because we are local people, doing for the local people. Follow us on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/thebikerstradingpost and we will be releasing our other social media pages. Thank you Barbie for your help. On to the future. If you are running a non-profit event, we will be happy to post your information for free. Please get a hold of us on that for more information. Last on the list, summer is coming, and we are thrilled to be able to come to as many events as we can. If you would like to have us at your event, please let us know. We will be happy to do whatever we can to cover it. I am sorry but we are limited to how many events we can cover on a day. If you would like to be published and cover events yourself, please let us know. Also, if you have a bike that you would like featured, or are a model who would like to be featured, please let us know.

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. thebikerstradingpost@gmail.com

Harley Davidson of Erie Annual Swap Meet May 22, 2016 Drove up from home in the rain most of the way. I kept asking why are we even going but the fishing poles in the back must have told a story. Around Edinboro the skies opened up and the sun came out, making this a great day for a swap meet and fishing. Kelly and his great group up there always put on a fine event. Looking forward to Bikefest July 9-17, 2016

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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

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

The blond and the Alliator A young blonde was on vacation in the depths of Louisiana. She wanted a pair of real alligator shoes in the worst way, but she didn't want to pay the high prices the local vendors were asking. After becoming very frustrated with the "no haggle" attitude of one of the shopkeepers, the blonde shouted, "Maybe I'll just go out and catch my own alligator so I can get a pair of shoes at a reasonable price!" The shopkeeper said, "By all means, be my guest. Maybe you'll luck out and catch yourself a big one!" Determined, the blonde turned and headed for the swamps, set on catching herself an alligator. Later in the day, the shopkeeper is driving home, when he spots the young woman standing waist deep in the water, shotgun in hand. Just then, he sees a huge 9-foot alligator swimming quickly toward her. She takes aim, kills the creature and with a great deal of effort hauls it on to the swamp bank. Lying nearby were several more of the dead creatures. The shopkeeper watches in amazement. Just then the blonde flips the alligator on its back, and frustrated, shouts out, "Darn, this one isn't wearing any shoes either!"

Summer cook out season is back At new castle Harley Davidson June 4 Open House and Cookout Join us with the Grove City VFD Poker Run For a DJ, Refreshments and More.

June 18 Open House and Thinking of Fathers Day. Great Gifts for Dad, Hot Food, Refreshments and More

$99 A MONTH AND $0 DOWN ON A H-D Street 500

*Financing Offer available only on new H-D Street and XL883 motorcycles financed through Eaglemark Savings Bank and is subject to credit approval. Not all applicants will qualify as the Annual Percentage Rate (APR) will vary based on the applicant s past credit performance and the term of the loan. Financing offer is available only for up to a 72 month term. For example, a 2016 Street 500 in Vivid Black with an MSRP of $6,849, no down payment and amount financed of $6,849, 72 month repayment term, and .99% APR results in monthly payments of $98.02. A 2016 Street 750 in Vivid Black with an MSRP of $7,549, no down payment and amount financed of $7,549, a 72 month repayment term, and .99% APR results in monthly payments of $108.04. A 2016 Iron 883 in Denim with an MSRP of $8,849, no down payment and amount financed of $8,849, 72 month repayment term, and .99% APR results in monthly payments of $126.64. In these examples, customer is responsible for applicable taxes, title, licensing fees and any other fees or charges at the time of sale. APR is calculated according to the simple interest method. Not valid in conjunction with other offers. Customer must take delivery by June 30, 2016. Other terms, conditions, and limitations may apply. Dealer participation may vary. Financing offer is subject to change or cancellation at anytime. See your Harley-Davidson Dealership for details.

US 422 3 miles west of Rt. 79 New Castle, PA 724-924-2310 NEWCASTLEHD.COM Hours: Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri 10-6 - Wed 10-8 - Sat 9-3 Phone: (724) 924-2310

Proclamation Run On May 7th, Lawrance County A.B.A.T.E. held its annual Proclamation Run in celebration of May being Motorcycle Awareness Month. It stated at 11:30 AM with about 100 motorcycles given a police escorted ride from the Burg Bar in West Pittsbrug to the Lawrence County Courthouse to have a reading of the proclamation. This year had a special meaning to the run because it was the third anniversary of the death of 68year old Daniel Gallatin of New Castle. Dan Gallatin was killed in 2013 when he was rear-ended by an SUV driven by Laura Gargiulo of Volant who was texting at the time. Gargiulo pled guilty to charges of texting while driving and involuntary manslaughter. She was only made to pay a $50 fine and serve a month in jail followed by house arrest with periods of work release, and probation. At the court house Jaret Gibbons spoke to about 225 people about House Bill 853 that he introduced in March of 2015. It would allow additional sentences of up to five years when drivers are convicted of vehicular homicide, involuntary manslaughter, or aggravated assault by vehicle. According to Penn DOT there were 59 Pennsylvanians killed in distracted driving incidents in 2013 After the reading of the proclamation, they headed back to the West Pittsburg ball fields. A free public safety event followed from 12 to 3 p.m. at the ball fields, including food, a DJ and various vendors.

Proclamation Run

A REAL OLD-TIME BIKER PARTY!

JUNE 17, 18, 19, 2016 A.B.A.T.E. of PA’s 39th Annual State Party

What happens at HAZEN... Stays at HAZEN! Hazen is one of Pennsylvania’s best kept secrets. It’s the only remaining real old-time biker party still in existence. Started in 1977, today it still remains true to the real spirit of the biker lifestyle.

Schedule Gates Open NOON Friday • Grounds Cleared by NOON Sunday • Must be 21 to enter party!

Directions Exit 81 off I-80 follow Route 28 North for 7.3 miles, turn left, follow signs

Friday

Saturday

Noon – 4:00 PM

DJ/Music

12:30 – 4:30 PM

Witch Hazel

4:00 – 8:00 PM

Remedy X

5:30 – 7:30 PM

Female/Male Revue

8:00 – Midnight

Black Widow

8:00 – Midnight

Halfway to Hell

Midnight – 4:00 AM Hitchcock Railway

Midnight – 4:00 AM Quarterstick

Pre-sale tickets (includes FREE event pin) $40/person

GATE PRICE (event pin NOT included) $50/person

NO Animals NO Fireworks NO Firearms

Come Join the Party! For tickets, call 717-731-8955 or visit www.ABATEPA.org Must be a member of a motorcycle rights organization to enter this event or be a guest of a member. Five guests per member (guest must arrive with member) Memberships available at the gate. Any combination of vehicle 24 foot and over will be charged $25 to enter party site. No vehicles over 24 ft. may enter from dusk to dawn, 4-wheel vehicles must remain parked after initial entry, except for emergencies. ATVs must be preregistered prior to event to be brought into event. Must be 21 to enter party, ID’s will be checked on persons looking 30 years and under.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO REFUSE ENTRY TO ANYONE.

Photos compliments of Bob Allen, Frozen Moments Photography

22 Annual A.B.A.T.E.of Erie County Jeremy Grant Motorcycle Awareness Rally nd

Photography by Kenny Sturm eriebikerphotos.com Scores of motorcyclists gathered on Saturday, May 7th at The Valley Inn for the 22nd Annual Jeremy Grant Motorcycle Awareness Rally. The event was organized by A.B.A.T.E. of Erie County to benefit BikePAC, the political action committee that fights for motorcycle rights in Harrisburg, The ride stopped at the Soldiers and Sailors Home in Erie for a ceremony then proceeded to a party at Scooters. A.B.A.T.E. members said that raising awareness for both bikers and automobile drivers is key in keeping bikers safe on the road. Donations for the event totaled $638.00. The date for the 23rd Annual Jeremy Grant Awareness Run is set for May 6, 2017.

22 Annual A.B.A.T.E. of Erie County Jeremy Grant Motorcycle Awareness Rally nd

Photography by Kenny Sturm eriebikerphotos.com

22 Annual A.B.A.T.E.of Erie County Jeremy Grant Motorcycle Awareness Rally nd

Photography by Kenny Sturm eriebikerphotos.com

22 Annual A.B.A.T.E.of Erie County Jeremy Grant Motorcycle Awareness Rally nd

Photography by Kenny Sturm eriebikerphotos.com

22 Annual A.B.A.T.E.of Erie County Jeremy Grant Motorcycle Awareness Rally nd

Photography by Kenny Sturm eriebikerphotos.com

Amanda at Juggernaut Ink

Juggernaut Ink has a wide range of artists who can handle any style from traditional to realism and everything in between. Justin Schultz, a self taught tattooer, started tattooing in 2008 and joined the team at Heavy Hand Tattoo in Greensburg back in 2010, where he honed his craft learning from many different artists along the way, like Duke Miller, Bill "Camel" Moran and Rick "Aggro" Janus, who he worked alongside until 2013, when he decided to make the jump and open up his own shop. Schultz specializes in bright, bold, colorful designs with hints of old school techniques, and new school style which he has dubbed "middle school," being a style in between the two. But he is versatile in many styles, from black and grey fine line to portrait work, as Juggernaut Ink is a street shop, so you have to be prepared for whatever walks through the door. Also doing about 3 cover ups a week, he is ready to handle anything that is thrown his way. Handling day to day shop business and the body piercing department, Michael "Grim" Welsh has been with Juggernaut Ink since the day they opened, poking holes and paying bills, not to mention keeping the shop stocked up and running like a well oiled machine. Michael, who got his start at Studio 30 in Irwin, Pa, does everything from simple piercings to dermal anchors as well as flesh suspension and everything in between. Though artists come and go, Schultz found a solid crew and they are cranking out awesome work day after day in the heart of downtown Jeannette. Among those artist are Amie Struzzi and Brian Rindt, who both joined the crew in 2014. Brian got his start in 2012 at Apocalypse tattoo in Export, Pa, specializing in fine line black, and grey he joined the Juggernaut Ink crew in Oct 2014 and continues making clients happy with his artwork on a daily basis. Amie Struzzi also got her start at Apocalypse tattoo in Export, Pa in 2013 and along with Rindt joined the crew in

Amanda at Juggernaut Ink

Oct 2014. Struzzi is well-rounded in all styles from freehand lettering to American traditional tattooing, but enjoys doing soft black and grey, and bold colorful comic book style designs the most, as she has been a huge comic book fan writing and drawing them as long as she could hold a pencil. Struzzi is a hungry young artist with the drive and artistic ability to go very far in this industry. And then there is Dana "of the Dead" Dishong, who is an up-and-coming artist in her first year as a full time artist and taking the tattoo world by storm. Dishong who apprenticed under Schultz has a very unique style of colorful pin up dead girls and all things zombie. Dishong and Schultz have been one another's clients for several years. Dishong would trade her painting to Schultz for tattoo work, and when Schultz opened Juggernaut Ink, Dishong got her shot at the shop that was already lined with her paintings. Showing no signs of stopping, Dishong continues to grow and develop her skills every day and welcomes everyone to come check her out! The newest member of the crew, Christian Levkus, started in march of 2016. Levkus started tattooing in 2010 after attending art school and not being happy with where it was going. He excels in high depth black and grey, and is also well rounded in crisp, script lettering and solid color as well. Alongside traditional tattooing, Levkus has impeccable skill with single needle poke tattoos that and has an undeniable eye for all things art. Juggernaut Ink also does a lot of charity fundraising. They host a "painting for presents" art auction every year and auction off art to buy toys for Toys for Tots, and they donate to numerous charities. They sponsor multiple sports teams in Jeanette every year, including a youth soccer team named the Juggertots, and a knee high basketball team that are back to back league champs. They are active in the community, and sponsor two adult league softball teams, and host an annual field trip for preschoolers where kids tour the shop, and get fake tattoos and sticker piercings.

Amanda at Juggernaut Ink

Amanda at Jaggernaut Ink Amanda had this information for us about her tattooâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s I got my first tattoo when I was 17. Schultz didn't do it, but he's in the process of covering it up. Every tattoo I have that is finished has been done by Justin. My other leg is going to be Disney themed and my back is going to be a picture that Jim Peticca drew. He is an artist that has helped Justin out along the way and a great friend. Obviously Schultz is my favorite tattoo artist. Most of my tattoos are just random things that we put together. I let my daughter pick a few things out, too, and we're just going to keep going until I run out of room.

Juggernaut Ink

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A.B.A.T.E.State Party Hazen, PA

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June 19, 2016

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June 12, 2016

June 18, 2016

Triple S H-D Family Day Fun for the whole family with food games activities and prizes or the whole family Westover, WV

Hoot s Again & The Andy Sandusky Children s Free Care Poker Run McKeesport, PA INFORMATION

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June 11, 2016

Western PA Families Fallen Heroes Memorial-Honor Ceremony and Ride www.wpffh.org White Twp. Indiana, PA INFORMATION

June 11, 2016

Kids Kicking Cancer Poker Run Belle Vernon, PA INFORMATION

June 11, 2016

June 12, 2016

Ride For Homeless Vets Natrona Heights, PA

SNPJ #223 Autism Bike Run Greensburg, PA INFORMATION

June 18, 2016 Benefit Poker Run For Disabled Veterans Slickville, PA INFORMATION

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June 18, 2016

June 17, 18, 19,2016

Bucket List Bike/Car Show Crawford County, PA

June Jam Rally and Swap Meet Logan, Ohio FLYER

June 18, 2016

Baby Silas 3rd Annual Run Sponsored By Knights Creed Burgettstown, PA

A.T.C.10-Year Anniversary Bash Give-a-ways, Food, Raffle and more LIVE MUSIC 4493 Peoples Rd, Pittsburgh, PA

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June 18, 2016 Ride for Make A Wish Steel City H-D Washington, PA

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June 18, 2016 Bike Giveaway/Dice Run East Huntington Firehall INFORMATION

June 18, 2016 Optimist Club of Mercer Ride for Kids Ride, Dinner and Live Music Mercer, PA INFORMATION

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June 20, 2016 Ride Your Motorcycle to Work Day www.ridetowork.org

June 22, 2016 DRIFT AWAY in PA Bike Show A&A Cycle Sports Rt. 30 Between Greensburgh and Latrobe INFORMATION

June 23-26, 2016 Thunder in the Valley Johnstown, PA INFORMATION

June 23-26, 2016 Ohio State HOG Rally Zanesville, OH www.ohstatehogrally.com

June 25, 2016

Ride for Ray Fehl Food and live entertainment Bulger, PA INFORMATION

Upcoming Events Upcoming Bike events. Click on any red title and it will take you to the full information on that event. Please give locations on your flyers and a contact phone number.

Due to an extremely heavy load at this time things are often changing, check here for up dates www.thebikerstradingpost.com June 25, 2016

July 9, 2016

R.A.A.D. Erie, PA All Wheel Dice Run Four bands at after party Erie, PA

Biker s & Community Depression Awareness Poker Run Erie, PA

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June 26, 2016

July 9, 2016

Fallen Bikers Memory Run 50 Mile Bike Run Finleyville, PA

Ride for Ringo Food, Refreshments, T-shirt and Music Acme, PA

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June 26, 2016

July 9, 2016

Veteran Firefighters Poker Run 100 Mile Ride Mars, PA

Dream Makers for Make-A-Wish Motorcycle Charity Run and Auction Emporium, PA

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June 29-July 3,2016

July 9, 2016

Thunder in the Cascades New Castle, PA WEB SITE

A.B.A.T.E. Of Erie County th 8 Bullseye Run Erie, PA

July 3, 2016

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Visitation Church Car, Truck And Motorcycle Show Mt. Pleasant, PA INFORMATION

July 9, 2016

American Legion Riders Post 474 Zelienople Benefit Southwest Butler Food Cupboard Zelienople, PA INFORMATION

July 9, 2016

July 7-10, 2016 Bike Week Salem, OH

CANCELED July 8&9, 2016

July 16, 2016

Bike Fest On Stage Hiway Starr Erie, PA INFORMATION

July 17, 2016

Kickin in the Styx Mercer Co.,A.B.A.T.E. Transfer, PA

Jugo-Slav Club Benefit Bike Run Bethel Park, PA

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July 9-17th , 2016

July 23, 2016

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American Legion Riders Veterans Benefit Ride Cranberry Twp. PA And Butler, PA

July 10, 2016

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Harley-Davidson of Erie Bikefest Erie, PA

Syria Motor Corps Poker Run Escorted Run Antique Motorcycle Show Cheswick, PA INFORMATION

July 13-16, 2016 Roar On the Shore Bike Rally 2016 Erie, PA

July 23, 2016

Operation: Wounded Vetz Rock N Blues Dart Run and Crawl Spaghetti Dinner, Gun Raffle and Live Bands Meadeville, PA

Thunder in the Burg Lawrence County ABATE event. Free parking and free Admission Bands, Food, Games and Venders West Pittsburg, PA

July 16, 2016

Rage on the Ridge Fayette Co. A.B.A.T.E.

Joey-O Foundation For Autism Awareness Benefits St. Anthony School Programs McKeesport, PA

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July 23, 2016

Upcoming Events Upcoming Bike events. Click on any red title and it will take you to the full information on that event. Please give locations on your flyers and a contact phone number.

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Bigger Red Ride NW Canton, Ohio INFORMATION

July 27-31 2016 Triple S H-D Mountainfest Westover, WV

July 31, 2016

Ride for a Reason Red Knights Tri-State Poker Run Benefits Victims of Fire Ride through WV., Ohio, and Pa. Wellsburg. WV

PLEASE GO TO THE WEBSITE ON THIS NEXT RUN. IT IS A NATIONAL FINDRAISER.

SGT. May Memorial Run Triple-S H-D Morgantown, WV

August 7, 2016

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Wetzelland 2016 3 day Biker Bash Van Wert, OH

Volant Fire Company 11th Poker Run Great ride in some scenic Countryside www.volantvfc.com Volant, PA

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 Harmony, PA

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July 28-30, 2016

August 6, 2016

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July 29-30, 2016

Pennsylvania H.O.G. Rally Williamsport, PA INFORMATION

July 30, 2016

Chuck Beal s Beat the C Eagle Riders Dunbar Twp. Eagles Dunbar, PA INFORMATION

July 30, 2016

Riding For The Cure Start at Rock Ann Heaven Butler, PA INFORMATION

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August 6, 2016

Brews, Bands and Bike show. Vintage and modern shows Mercer, PA

August 13, 2016 Ride and Rally For Shriners Kids Live Music Erie, PA

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August 7, 2016

Vets Run A.B.A.T.E. of Butler Butler, PA INFORMATION

August 7, 2016

August 13, 2016

Thank a Vet Dam Run The info is not all here but I think Warren, PA INFORMATION

Fallen Warrior All Day Tribute And Poker Run Morning Worship Afternoon Run Live Music New Castle, PA

Bill s Valhalla Bike Run Operation Sidecars for Disabled Veterans Beaverfalls, PA

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August 13, 2016

August 13, 2016 Saeler & Solkovy Memorial Ride Patrolia, PA

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August 13, 2016 September 3-4,2016 Pittsburgh International Race Complex Track Days Wampum, PA

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August 13, 2016

Ice Cream Run Sorry my information here is real bad. I will look for better Information. INFORMATION

August 20, 2016

Saeler & Solkovy 9th Memorial Run For the Reyes family Petrolia, PA INFORMATION

Upcoming Events Upcoming Bike events. Click on any red title and it will take you to the full information on that event. Please give locations on your flyers and a contact phone number.

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August 21, 2016

Helping Military Families Motorcycle Run Benefit the Fisher House Pittsburgh, PA

Glass City Autofest Cars, Bikes, DJ, Pinup Contest, Kids Area, Food, Vendors And more. Jeanette, PA

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Sept 11 2016

Brothers of the Trowel Widows Sons Mountain Rumble Fall Ride Meadville, PA

September 24, 2016 Finleyville, Pa Mon Valley ABATE Outdoor Swap Meet Finleyville, PA INFORMATION

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August 20, 2016

Lawrence County A.B.A.T.E. Toy Run Music, Food and Raffles Live Band West Pittsburg, PA INFORMATION

Sept 11 2016

Cannonball Run Triple S H-D Westover, WV

Sept 11-17, 2016

$100k Motorcycle Bike Run 2016 3500 miles in five days

National Motorcycle Ride Day

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October 8, 2016

A look back to Thunder in the Cascades 2013 Tattoos are always a hot topic at Thunder in the Cascades. Tattoos are a big part of biker culture, and over the weekend, it seems like everyone present has at least one. I talked with dozens of people over the weekend about their art, and nearly everyone could give me a name and location of their artist, along with stories that went along with them. 2013 brought us a contest to find the best tattoos at the rally. There were more than 20 people who signed up, anxious to show off their art. If they had waited until Saturday they would have had twice as many entrants, due to the weather delaying the large turnout we saw later in the weekend.

I have been going to the Thunder in the Cascades for 21 years now and enjoyed 2013, hanging with the same people that I did in 1994, my son Ronnie and the ever so lovely Barbie, 2013 Thunder had Joe Smith joining the management team after working at the registration for the past 12 years. The weather was very uncooperative that year,

The art showed a wide variety; the most unique piece at the contest was Doug Altman's scorpion done on his back. This was the single largest tattoo present, and showed an amazing amount of detail. The scorpion was done by Chris Blinston, of Coral Springs, Florida. One of the highlights for me was seeing Maria, and her husband Randy, who both entered. They were quick to share that their ink was done by the same artist at Ink Assassins. While their pieces don't exactly match in theme, they look great next to each other, and seeing so much ink from the same artist was a treat. Another treat was seeing Tim, sporting his many portrait tattoos all over his body, and

but in between rain storms the near capacity crowd was out and about having a good time with their family, friends and many new acquaintances. I met a lot of new people that I hope to have as friends for many years to come. Year 19 moved back to the Lawrence County Fairgrounds, giving a lot more flat space and many buildings to

both of his motorcycles on his forearms. He explained to me that each one had an outline traced, but that the details of each face were done entirely freehand. The portraits are a surprising quality. While we were talking, his son stood next to him, and showed us an identical portrait, also done freehand by the same artist. The contest may not have had many participants compared to the masses of people at the rally, but the art was truly top notch. Audience participation narrowed it down to the single best woman's tattoos, but it was impossible to pick between three men, and the three finalists each walked away with a prize.

hide from the storms and extreme sun. This year had all of the pleasures that we like at Thunder, like the Wet T-Shirt Contest, Bike Games, The Bull, a Stripper Pole and the best bands that they have had for years that packed the dance floor every night. I am now looking for the 22th anniversary on June 29th through July 3rd,, where I know

21st Annual

Coming June 29-July 3, 2016

See some of the funthe from last year here. Thunder in Cascades June 24,25,26,27,28, 2015 Thunder in the Cascades See a slide show from 2015 HERE

Erie Bike Night Photography by Kenny Sturm eriebikerphotos.com May 27th was the first of two bike nights in Erie in 2016. Hundreds of bikers from across the region gathered at some of the 37 bars & restaurants for live music and great food. The weather was perfect for the event. Erie is one of the few locations in the nation that allow open public consumption of alcohol. The final bike night is scheduled for Friday, September 2nd from 6 p.m. on some downtown streets during the event.

10 p.m. Cars are prohibited from parking

Humor to relieve stress Why Should I Drink at Work 1. It's an incentive to show up. 2. It reduces stress. 3. It leads to more honest communications. 4. It reduces complaints about low pay. 5. It cuts down on time off because you can work with a hangover. 6. Employees tell management what they think, not what management wants to hear. 7. It helps save on heating costs in the winter. 8. It encourages carpooling. 9. Increases job satisfaction because if you have a bad job you don't care. 10. It eliminates vacations because people would rather come to work. 11. It makes fellow employees look better. 12. It makes the cafeteria food taste better. 13. Bosses are more likely to hand out raises when they are wasted. 14. Salary negotiations are a lot more profitable. 15. If something does something stupid on the job, it will be quickly forgotten.

The Drunken Wino The drunken wino was stumbling down the street with one foot on the curb and one foot in the gutter. A cop pulled up and said, "I've got to take you in, sir. You're obviously drunk" The wasted wino asked, "Ociffer, are ya absolutely sure I'm drunk?" "Yeah, buddy, I'm sure," said the copper. "Let's go." Obviously relieved, the wino said "That's a relief - I thought I was a cripple."

Humor to relieve

Humor to relieve stress A Guy Walks Into The Bar A guy walks into a bar with his dog and says, "I'll have a Scotch and water and my dog would like a whiskey sour." The bartender says, "Sorry, we don't allow animals in here." The dog replies, "Hey, I'm tired of being discriminated against. Just give me a drink." The bartender says, "Oh, no, not another ventriloquist with the old talking dog trick. Both of you, get out of here!" "No, no, no, this isn't a trick, I promise you," says the man, "I tell you what, I'll go for a walk around the block and you talk to Spot here." The man leaves and the bartender sees him turn the corner. "Now, can I have my drink." says the dog. The bartender is amazed. "Sure you can and it's on the house! Listen, can you do me a favour? My wife works next door at the cafe. It'll make her day if you go in and order a cup of coffee. Here's ten bucks and you can keep the change afterwards." "Okay." says the dog and he takes the ten dollars and leaves. Ten minutes go by and the dog doesn't come

Nation of Patriots Patriot s Tour Flag Ride

Honoring America s Armed Forces Escorting the American flag through 48 states Every year The Nation of Patriots organizes a national effort that pays tribute to, and honors, all of America's Armed Forces Past, Present, and Fallen. This united effort is known as The Patriot Tour. It all begins on Memorial Day weekend. A group of riders escorts one American Flag on the back of a motorcycle to Woodstock Harley-Davidson in Illinois. Upon arrival, the flag is transferred to the Illinois escort. The next day the Flag is taken to Indiana and then to Michigan and on and on for 100 days, through 48 states. The Flag finally makes it full circle arriving back in WI on Labor Day weekend. Erie, PA is the ONLY stop in Pennsylvania on this tour. We ll escort the flag from Ashtabula, OH to Harley-Davidson of Erie on Friday, June 3rd then to Jamestown Harley-Davidson on Saturday, June 4th. Come join over 100 riders on either or both of these dates. Friday, June 3, 2016 to Ashtabula, OH Harley-Davidson of Erie KSU 1:00 p.m. Cookout, music & Bike Night at HD Erie after ride. Saturday, June 4, 2016 to Jamestown, NY Harley-Davidson of Erie Registration 9-10:30 a.m. Ceremony 10:45 a.m. KSU 11:00 a.m.