November 2020 - Issue #268

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First Annual Don Tilley Memorial Poker Run

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Wild Wheels Wall Of Death

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Outer Banks H-D Bikefest

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Table Of Contents Issue #268

Letter From The Editor.....................................................5 Cover Story - Widowmaker Custom Design & Repair.............6 Cruisin’ Calendar..............................................................8 Quotable Quote................................................................11 Lure Of The Long Road Table Brings Riders To Thomasville...........................................12 First Annual Don Tilley Memorial Poker Run....................14 His Laboring Few Annual Labor Day Family Campout.....16 Sunday Morning Back Roads Ride..................................18 Virtual Bike Show.............................................................20 Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson And October Surprises........21 Hundreds Of Bikers Pack The Hide-A-Way Tavern To Back The Blue.............................................................22 Wild Wheels Wall Of Death..............................................24 Conceited?.......................................................................26 Demo Days At Smokin’ Harley-Davidson.........................28 Outer Banks H-D Bikefest................................................30 Down On Main Street.......................................................34 4th Annual Combat Vets Chapter 15-7 Haunted Hills Ride............................................................36 Star Touring And Riding Trip To Helen Georgia................38 Marine Poker Run............................................................40 Riding For Sambo............................................................42 4th Annual Braxton Smith Poker Run................................44 Bikers Behind The Blue....................................................46 Thunder Zone...................................................................47 Carolina Racers Went Down To Georgia..........................48 Mammograms And Motorcycle Giveaways At Cox’s Harley-Davidson.................................................50 Visiting The “Remembering Our Fallen” Memorial...........52 People & Places...............................................................54 Spokes & Jokes................................................................56 Jax Strong........................................................................57 Home Grown Heroes & Harley-Davidson.........................58 27th Annual Bronson Run..................................................60 Haywood County Back The Blue Rally.............................62 Tale Of Two Bridges Tour.................................................64

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Letter From The Editor Carolinas and at The Carolinas’ Full Throttle Magazine. There is Election Day, Veteran’s Day, the 47th Annual CBA Fall Swap Meet and Bike Show, and Thanksgiving, to name a few. I believe there will still be some good riding days left, so be sure to take advantage and enjoy the rest of fall. We’ve all been impacted by the significant events of 2020 and a ride under a Carolina blue sky in the crisp, clean, fall air is a sure way to clear your head.

Be sure to check out the Cruisin’ Calendar because it is filling up with events, parties, and toy runs. There are also still some weekly bike nights going on, so check them out in The Carolinas’ Full Throttle Magazine Cruisin’ Calendar in print or online for the most complete listing of motorcycle events in the Carolinas.

If you have a charity or club event or know of one that should be listed, do not hesitate, go to: https://FullThrottleMagazine.com/Cruisin-Calendar to submit your event for free. Event postings are printed monthly till event expires. If you have a print ready flyer, email it to BikerEvents@FTCarolinas.com or click the “Submit your event” button to enter your information!

We can also include your print ready flyer as a display ad in our next issue for a nominal, deeply discounted rate. These listings are also posted on our web page and included with “live” links in the online E-Zine. Give us a call, we’ll help you navigate advertising your ride.

Best regards to all of our friends in the Carolinas riding community and a special thanks to all our veterans for their service.

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Widowmaker Custom Design & Repair Custom Design and Repair out of Rougemont / Roxboro, NC is in their 18th year of business. When asked, Hank Thibodeau, owner / chief mechanic, contributed the business’ success, “First and foremost to a strong level of support from my family and our growing clientele base. Beyond that my desire to always want to move forward.” Hank has demonstrated that desire over the years as he continues to expand his knowledge base through classes sprinkled with some plain and simple, good ole “OJT” – On the Job Training.

As a result, you never know what you may see when you pull into the shop. Widowmaker is not “Harley Only”. There is no brand prejudice at all. Hank enjoys the challenge of variety, what some would call the spice of life. Hank has performed work on a Ridley Trike, a CMC, Moto Guzzi’s, CB750’s, and a 1954 Servi-car, just to name a few. I will pause while you look some of those up that you have never heard of.

If you have ever talked with Hank, you know two things about him. There is no other color besides black (some would call him anti-chrome) and he wants everyone to go fast BUT not as fast as him! In the last six months, he has performed countless cam and engine builds, with one currently on the lift and another scheduled. If you follow him on Facebook or Instagram, you already know this. While he frequently posts updates, he keeps the “secret sauce” hidden. Look closely at the pictures; you will only see what he wants you to.

Hank also attended a class specifically on the tuning software that he uses. He can hook a computer to most motorcycles and see exactly how you drive and how your bike performs. Every bike is different and he patiently and methodically tunes each one to get the maximum performance and ride-ability!

Of course, Widowmaker offers preventive maintenance for your bike; to include bike services and tire changes, as well as repairs, installation of upgraded parts, insurance jobs and fabrication. Hank can fabricate anything from exhausts, handlebars, intakes, fenders, gas tanks, sissy bars, etc. They are truly a one-stop-shop for all your motorcycle needs. Labor rates are still a low, low $50 per hour. Great service at a reasonable price! AND offer pickup and delivery service for a nominal fee.

While the Widowmaker name is daunting, this is a family oriented shop. Hank is joined in the shop by Patrick Murphy.

When they are not seriously working on motorcycles, they are joking and carrying on like brothers. Watch for flying O-rings or tools if Hank is riled up! idowmaker

First things first, the cover pic was done in pure fun. There is no political statement intended. Widowmaker does not promote nor condone disrespect of our law enforcement officers in any way, shape or form. Additionally the photo shoot was done in a controlled environment with (ahem) trained professionals. And heck, it was just plain fun!!

This year, Hank was joined full time by his wife, Anne.

Anne has always been a “behind the curtain” part of the business, doing the paperwork on weekends and listening to Hank talk endlessly about the bikes he is working on. Now she is putting faces with names and enjoying every minute of it. Anne is now the voice of Widowmaker and will work with you to schedule your work.

Additionally, if you spend any time at the shop, you will meet Hank’s in-laws, Jimmy (some call him Pops) and Mildred Glenn. Hank will be quick to tell you that they are his biggest fans and on point to do a parts run whenever needed.

To round the family out, Hank and Anne’s son, Dawson, breezes in and out. When you see (or hear) his truck, you will know he is Hank’s son. You never know if he will take the road or the field from their house to the shop.

The best part is the Widowmaker family wants all their customers to feel like family. Come in; sit a spell, chat and joke. There is no smoke and mirrors when you have your bike worked on. You can see the mechanics, talk directly with them when you drop off or pick up your bike.

With all of that being said, you won’t see a billboard for this shop or zoom by it on an interstate. The Widowmaker shop is a destination. Unless you are from the local area or just plain lost, you don’t just happen upon the shop. Tucked away in the southern country portion of Person County, it can be a great ride to get there, wherever you are coming from. Make sure you know where you are going because there is no cell service there! I have even heard they pump in sunshine!

The Widowmaker family enjoys being a family owned destination shop. Whether your bike is new or has a few miles on it, a Harley or metric bike, has two wheels or three – give them a call and get some “Widowmaker” on your bike.

Official Hours M-F 10-6 and Sat 10-3 Pick Up & Delivery Service Available

5582 Mt Harmony Church Rd, Rougemont, NC (336) 364 - 8535

Cruisin’ Calendar You can submit your event 24/7

E-Mail: BikerEvents@FTCarolinas.com, phone: 336-885-5400, fax 336-833-6794.

We Reserve The Right To Edit All Submissions NOV 1 RIDE FOR ERIC Pisgah High School, 1 Black Bear Dr., Canton, NC. Reg 11am, accepting donations. 50/50, food, gun raffle. Proceeds go to Deputy Eric Batchelor & his family during his recovery.

NOV 7 CHARITY CANCER RIDE FOR JOHNNIE RAE First Bikers Church, 612 Edgewood St., Kernersville, NC. Reg 11:30am, KSU 12:30pm, $10/single, $15/ double. 50/50, silent auction.

NOV 1 SEVEN SABRES JAMI’S WINGS 2020 RIDE TO MORROW MOUNTAIN Angier Clock Tower, 55 N Broad St W., Angier, NC. Reg 9am, KSU 10am, $10/min donation. In memory of Jami who lost her battle with cancer this year. Arlene Mabry, arlene_mabry@ncsu.edu 919-515-3050.

NOV 7 BENEFIT RIDE FOR DANNY & NANCY Baxter’s Tavern, 536 Farragut St., Greensboro, NC. Reg 10am, KSU 12pm, $10/rider. Food, live music, 50/50, door prizes. Danny & Nancy were in a motorcycle accident in Oct. FMI, 336-808-5837.

NOV 3 ELECTION DAY NOV 6-8 THE GATHERING AT THE ROCK 2153 US Hwy 1 North, Rockingham, NC. Gates open @4pm on Friday. $10/Friday entry, $15/Sat or Sun, $25/2-day adult pass, $30/3-day adult pass, $35/family of 4 weekend pass with kids 12 and under free, $5 off for card carrying Veterans on Sat. Bike racing & time trials. Family entertainment, bike show, bands, swap meet, vendors, children’s activities, camping, parade, sound off, live music, Christian ministries.

Sunday morning service & pancake breakfast @10am. www.rockinghamdragway.com FMI, Chaplin Jeff Renken, 919-819-5503.

NOV 7 RIDE FOR RUBY Riding High Harley-Davidson, 3036 NC Hwy 68, High Point, NC. Reg 11am, KSU 12:15pm, $30/riders inc a Ruby Strong Bracelet, $5/passengers.

Reg at https://www.gofundme.com/f/rubyjune-cotter Ruby had a heart transplant in Dec. Food, music, drinks, raffle prizes. Proceeds to help w/medical expenses. Hosted

by Haw River Law Dogs LEMC. FMI, Sean.

Patterson@Greensboro-nc.gov NOV 7 HEROES CENTER CRUISE IN/ BLESSING OF THE BIKES Oak Hollow Mall, 921 Eastchester Dr., High Point, NC. Meet at 11am, blessing of the bikes @11:20am, KSU 11:45am, $5/donation.

Music, food. Benefits The Hero Center & helping with their mission of helping our Veterans. Hosted by Big Bikes 4 Vets. FMI, 336-425-5959.

NOV 7 SYLVIA’S BENEFIT & RIDE King Sons MC, 2268 Old Hwy 52 N., Pinnacle, NC. Reg 11:30am, KSU 12:30pm, $15/ single, $20/double. Live music, vendors, auction, 50/50. FMI,336-293-4983.

NOV 7 2ND ANNUAL SIPE’S ORCHARD BENEFIT RUN Boxcar Grille, 3140 North Oxford St., Claremont, NC. Reg 9am, $20/ single, $25/double. 50/50, door prizes, free food, music. Benefits Sipe’s Orchard Home.

FMI, Duane Gibbs 828-781-0979, Mike Huffman 828-217-0907.

NOV 7 40th ANNUAL SMOKY MOUNTAIN TOY RUN Kearfott Corporation, 2858 US Hwy 70., Black Mountain, NC. Gates open @10am for drive-by toy drop off, toys & donations received until 1pm. Shirts avail, 50/50. Benefits Saint Nicholas Project. FMI, info@smokymountaintoyrun.com NOV 7 ELAM’S BLACKJACK RIDE Rolling Saints MC, 1680 Connelly Springs Rd., Lenoir, NC. Reg 9am, $20/single, $25/ double. Elam is 3 years old and has a mass in his brain that can cause seizures and swelling of the brain. 50/50, door prizes, bbq. Benefits Elam’s family. Hank Truesdale, 828-449-7739.

NOV 7 CVMA 15-6 BATTLEFIELD RIDE Down Home Harley-Davidson, 2215 Hanford Rd., Burlington, NC. Reg 10am, KSU 12pm, $20/rider, $10/passenger. 50/50, vendors, food trucks, raffle, auction. Proceeds go to Vets in need. www.downhomeharley.com, 336-227-1261.

NOV 7 4TH ANUUAL KENNETH BATTS 2020 MEMORIAL RIDE Raging Bull Harley-Davidson, 300 Muldee St., Durham, NC. Reg 10am, KSU 12pm, $15/bike, $5/ passenger, $15/vehicles inc food. Rain date: 11/14. Dice roll, food, live entertainment, raffles, silent auction. Benefits Homeless Veterans of Durham Co. Kim Londo 919-675-0654 or klondo44@yahoo.com NOV 7 FOOD TRUCK SATURDAY Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. 11am-2pm, Scotty’s All American will be here. www. fortbraggharley.com, 910-864-1200.

NOV 7 12TH ANNUAL CURRITUCK COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPT TOY RUN Currituck Co Welcome Center, 106 Caratoke Hwy, Moyock, NC. Reg 9am, $20/rider plus new toy, chance to win CVO Harley/$50,000.

Police escorted ride, rain date: 11/14.

Benefits children in need in Currituck Co. Spons by Outer Banks Harley-Davidson.

252-338-8866.

NOV 8 BENEFIT FOR LISA KENNEDY Double D Burnout Saloon 1408 E Mountain St., Kernersville, NC. 1-6pm, BBQ plates $10, live entertainment, auction, Chinese raffle. Lisa had been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. Proceeds go to Lisa. FMI, 336992-3033.

NOV 8 BREAKING THE CHAINS Xtreme Wings N Things, 3441 Myer Lee Dr., Winston-Salem, NC. 2pm, vendors, raffles, 50/50. 336-293-4983.

NOV 8 11TH ANNUAL STEELHORSE STRANGERS MC, INC TOY RUN Homestead Steakhouse, 205 Frank Timberlake Rd., Timberlake, NC. Reg 10:30am, KSU 1:30pm. $10/cash or new unwrapped toy, rain or shine. Food, fellowship. Benefits Santa’s Helpers of Person Co. FMI, steelhorsestrangersmc@gmail.com

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NOV 8 34TH ANNUAL TOY RUN Black Cat Harley-Davidson, 928 N. Winstead Ave., Rocky Mount, NC. Reg 9am, Parade w/ escort 12pm, $10/donation or new unwrapped toy per person, rain or shine. Free lunch, 50/50, door prizes, music. Benefits The Salvation Army. 252-446-7292.

NOV 8 17 ANNUAL GOLDEN STRIP TOY RUN Grand South Bank, 325 S Main St., Fountain Inn, SC. 2pm, police escorted. Rain or shine. Bring an unwrapped new toy for kids of all ages. 50/50, door prizes, music, vendors. Toys are distributed through Relentless Church. Paul Williams, Jr 864-221-2042.

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NOV 8 14TH ANNUAL YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN RUN Carl Anderson Way beside Anderson Co Sheriff’s Office, 1pm/ line up, 2:30pm/parade formation pulls out.

Rain or shine, all bikes welcome. Benefits Richard M. Campbell Veterans Nursing Home. Donations for nursing home. Commemorative t-shirts avail. Sponsored by Teufelshunde MC. FMI and needs list, Kit Sanders “Sandman” 864-940-4527.

NOV 11 VETERANS DAY NOV 11 VETERANS DAY RIDE Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. Reg 9am, Remember our Veterans Ceremony/10:15am, Ride brief/10:30am, KSU 11am. $10/donation for each rider/participant. Spons. Heroes Homecoming, Rolling Thunder, Inc Chapter1, & Ft. Bragg HD. Benefits Wreaths Across America. www.fortbraggharley.com, 910-864-1200.

NOV 13-15 29TH ANNUAL JIM MCCLURE ALL-HARLEY NITRO WORLD FINALS Rockingham Dragway, 2153 US Hwy 1 N. Rockingham, NC. Gates open daily @8am, Admission: Thur $55/4 day event pass, Fri $45/3 day pass, Sat $35/2 day pass, Sat or Sun $20. $5 off online. Camping $10/tent, call for RV hook ups. www.rockinghamdragway.com NOV 14 TRIAD HONOR FLIGHT FUND RAISER NIGHT Springers, 405 Rocky Knoll Rd., Greensboro, NC. 50/50 tickets all night. One more mission: www.triadhonorflight.org FMI, 336-763-0707.

NOV 14 FALL BIKE RIDE FUNDRAISER The Liberty Tavern, 750 S. Greensboro St., Liberty, NC. Reg 10:30am, KSU 12pm, $15/ bike, $5/passenger inc dice card & food, $5/add dice card. Rain date: 11/15. 50/50, joker poker, door prizes, live auction, food avail. Proceeds go to support The Liberty Veterans Memorial & Gardens. www.libertyvmg.org

NOV 14 1ST ANNUAL FALL POKER RUN Independence Harley-Davidson, 9205 E Independence Blvd., Matthews, NC. Reg 12pm. Food, free beer, live auction, raffles.

Benefits the CMOU & their charities. FMI, 704-847-4647.

NOV 14 LULU’S 3RD ANNUAL MEMORIAL RIDE FOR FALLEN BIKERS Just One More Tavern, 643 E. King St., King, NC. Reg 10:30am, KSU 12pm, $20/single, $25/double. 50/50. Benefits the renovation of The Freedom Memorial Wall at Smokin Harley-Davidson.

NOV 14 DALE’S WHEELS THROUGH TIME BIKE RAFFLE 62 Vintage Ln, Maggie Valley, NC. Chance to win a 1939 H-D Knucklehead hand built by the Wheels Through Time restoration team. Call or go to website for ticket details. www.wheelsthroughtime.com or 828-926-6266.

NOV 14 HAYWOOD BIKERS FOR TOYS 2020 Woodland Baptist Church, 545 Crabtree Rd., Waynesville, NC. Reg 11am, KSU 1pm, donations welcome along w/ a $10 toy. Food available, 50/50, live music.

Tonya Miller, toneita2@gmail.com or 282-231-4476. Monty.fuchs@gmail.com, 828-776-2100.

NOV 14 THE “MANGO-HAUVER-NERO” POKER RUN Plan B Bar, 519 W Market St., Smithfield, NC. Reg 10am, KSU 11:30am, $20/bike, $10/rider. $10/BBQ plates. Help support our Veterans, Johnny “Mango” Edwards & Lance Hauver who both have MS. FMI, 919-500-6475.

NOV 14 V.E.M.A CHIEF T MEMORIAL RIDE Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. KSU 9:30am. www.fortbraggharley.com, 910864-1200.

NOV 14-15 47TH ANNUAL CBA FALL SWAP MEET & BIKE SHOW Rowan County Fairgrounds 1560 Julian Rd., Salisbury, NC. Gates open 10am-6pm $15/ on day $25/two-day pass, bike show, wet t-shirt contest, live bands, vendors, best buns contest. www.charlottecba.org Rick Nail 704-455-6245.

NOV 15 18TH ANNUAL TOYS FOR TOTS MOTORCYCLE RUN Heritage Park, 861 SE Main St., Simpsonville, SC. Reg 11am, KSU 1pm, bring a new unwrapped toy.

Live music, 50/50, food, Hosted by HD of Greenville. Santa Claus. Benefits the kids of Greenville Co. FMI, 864-234-1340.

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NOV 15 32ND ANNUAL WAYNE COUNTY MOTORCYCLE RIDERS TOY RUN Berkeley Mall, 625 N Berkeley Blvd., Goldsboro, NC. Meet at 12pm, KSU 2pm, one new toy per bike. Food, fun, fellowship, live music.

Benefits Wayne Uplift Domestic Violence Program, Boys & Girls Club of Wayne Co & local families. Cassy Wood 919-738-2308, cwlhwc@yahoo.com or Forest Tanner 919273-7249.

NOV 21 ARZIE ROGERS MEMORIAL 18TH ANNUAL TOY RUN Captain Steve’s Family Seafood Restaurant, 5645 NC-49, Harrisburg, NC. Reg 9am, KSU 11am, bring a new unwrapped toy, rain date: 11/22. Free food, door prizes. Benefits The YMCA’s Empty Stocking fund. www.speedwayharley-davidson.com, 704-979-7433.

NOV 21 48TH ANNIVERSARY OPEN HOUSE Tilley Harley-Davidson, 1226 Morland Dr., Statesville, NC. 12-2pm, refreshments, food, & cake. www.tilleyhd.com, 704-872-3883.

NOV 21 FRIENDSGIVING Down Home Harley-Davidson, 2215 Hanford Rd., Burlington, NC. 10am-2pm, food trucks. www. downhomeharley.com, 336-227-1261.

NOV 21 MURPHY’S 26TH ANNUAL TOY RUN Murphy’s Scooter Shed, 114 Camelot Court, Kings Mtn., NC. Meet at 11am, KSU 12pm, $5/ + new toy per person, police escorted. Free bbq after ride. FMI, 704739-4707 or 704-477-5762.

NOV 21 2020 INA FITTS MEMORIAL TOY RUN Team Powersports, 9008 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh, NC. Meet @9:30am, KSU 10am, bring an unwrapped toy or $15 donation. Benefits Johnston Co Salvation Army. FMI, Michael Jessup 919-489-5240.

NOV 21 SALVATION ARMY ANNUAL TOY RUN Raging Bull Harley-Davidson, 300 Muldee St., Durham, NC. & Bull City H.O.G. Rain or shine, police escorted ride.

Reg 10am, KSU 11:30am, $10 & new unwrapped toy. Food prior to ride & after.

Benefits the Durham Salvation Army location. FMI, Roland Cargill, rolandcargill514@ gmail.com or 919-215-4375.

NOV 21 BIKES & BBQ Fort Bragg HarleyDavidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy rd., Fayetteville, NC. 11am-4pm, bike show, bbq cook-off, dart comp, music, vendors, kids area, food trucks, beer. www.fortbraggharley.com, 910-864-1200.

10 NOV 21 HENDERSON COUNTY TOY RUN Fletcher Park, Hendersonville, NC. Reg 10am, $15/or new unwrapped toy.

Food, parade. FMI, toyrunhendersonville@ gmail.com NOV 22 RUTHERFORD COUNTY TOY RUN Old K-Mart, 1495 Hwy 74 Bypass, Spindale, NC. Meet @12:30pm, KSU 1:30pm. Food, 50/50, door prizes. FMI, Sidekick 828-447-1154.

NOV 22 16TH ANNUAL TOYS FOR TOTS MOTORCYCLE RIDE New River Harley-Davidson, 2394 Wilmington Hwy, Jacksonville, NC. KSU 1pm, bring a new, unwrapped toy, escorted ride through town.

Lunch provided. FMI, 910-346-9997.

NOV 25 NIGHT BEFORE THANKSGIVING PARTY Xtreme Wings N things, 3441 Myer Lee Dr., Winston-Salem, NC. 7pm, live music. 336-293-4983.

NOV 25 THANKSGIVING EVE PARTY Double D Burnout Saloon 1408 E. Mountain St, Kernersville NC Live music, chicken stew. 336-992-1250 NOV 26 THANKSGIVING NOV 27 BLACK FRIDAY EVENT Cox’s Harley-Davidson, 2795 NC Hwy 134, Asheboro, NC. Free adult beverages while you shop. www.coxsharley-davidson.com, 336-629-2415.

NOV 27 BLACK FRIDAY EVENT Joker Powersports, 105 Stony Point Rd., Blacksburg, SC. Swap meet, vendors, gift bags for kids, refreshments, 50/50. Benefits Gaston Co. Toy Run. FMI, Steph@jokerpowersports.com , 864-913-4335.

NOV 27-29 BLACK FRIDAY BIKEFEST Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. Giveaways, live entertainment, free food & beer. www.fortbraggharley.com, 910-864-1200.

NOV 28 LOVE FOR OUR “ROBBY D” BENEFIT & RAFFLE Cox’s Harley-Davidson of Asheboro, 2795 NC Hwy 134, Asheboro, NC. 12pm, $100/tickets, reverse raffle @12pm, free adult beverages while you shop. Benefits Robby Degraffenreidt, who was recently diagnosed with cancer. www. coxsharley-davidson.com 336-629-2415.

Cruisin’ Calendar NOV 28 28TH ANNUAL TOY RUN TO KENNEDY CHILDREN’S HOME Temple Baptist Church, 1500 Kingdom Hwy, New Bern, NC. KSU 9-11am, $15/rider, $10/passenger or unwrapped gift for ages 1-18. Commemorative chip for 1st 300 reg. 50/50, door prizes. Sponsored by HD of New Bern, FMI, 252-633-4060.

NOV 28 NC POLK COUNTY TOY RUN Saluda Fire & Rescue, 199 Walnut St., Saluda, NC. 11am-2pm, rain or shine. $10/ donation or new toy inc bbq lunch, 50/50, door prizes, Santa Claus, shirts avail, parade @2pm. Benefits underprivileged children in Polk Co. FMI, Barry Gee 828817-3084, Polk Co Sheriff’s Dept, 828-7225025 or 5026.

NOV 29 43RD ANNUAL LOWCOUNTRY ABATE TOY RUN Geno’s 1003 Red Bank Rd., Goose Creek, SC. Reg 11am, KSU 1pm, $10 donation or gift for kids. Police escorted ride, live music, vendors, food, Santa Claus. FMI, Dick Wiggins 843-6961037, Wiggy 843-826-6101.

DEC 5 REPEAL OF PROHIBITION DAY 1933 DEC 5 HIS LABORING FEW TOY RUN Two starting locations, Preacher Steve’s Leather, 4470 Old Hwy 29, Thomasville, NC, KSU 1pm. Mac’s Speed Shop, 1218 Battleground Rd., Greensboro, NC, KSU 12:30pm. Bring a new unwrapped toy or cash. Food, music, door prizes. After ride @Joymongers, 576 N Eugene St., Greensboro, NC. Live music, will be collecting more unwrapped toys. FMI, David 910-6640117 or Pat 980-296-9605.

DEC 5 PICTURES WITH SANTA Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. Bring an unwrapped toy and get a picture with Santa.

Spons by Lumbee Racing. Benefits Toys for Tots. www.fortbraggharley.com, 910-8641200.

DEC 5 25TH ANNUAL GASTON COUNTY TOY RUN FOR KIDS Ranlo Church of God, 1825 Spencer Mountain Rd., Gastonia, NC. KSU 11:30am, bring a new unwrapped toy, police escorted, food, raffle for a 2005 H-D Sportster 1200. Benefits Gaston Co Children. FMI, Foot, 704-9133392, Bud, 704-860-8415, Tony, 704-9757924.

DEC 5 30TH ANNUAL CONOVER SCHOOL TOY RUN Wizard Saloon, 651 21st St., NE Hickory, NC. Reg 10am, Parade leaves @12:15pm, rain or shine, T-Shirts avail. donations made payable to Conover School.

FMI, 828-327-8555.

DEC 5 JULIE’S KIDS 6TH ANNUAL POKER RUN Windjammer Pub, 2300 S.C.179, Little River, SC. Reg 9am, KSU 11am, $25/rider, $10/passenger. Food, prizes, entertainment. Benefits Horry Co. DSS youths Christmas. Julie 843-467-5145.

DEC 5 11TH ANNUAL TOY RUN RIDE Myrtle Beach Harley-Davidson, 4710 S Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach, SC. Reg 10am, KSU 12pm, $10/donation or new unwrapped toy, first 200 riders receive a free shirt. Escorted ride, free food, live music, ugly sweater contest, cash prizes, 50/50. Benefits local American Red Cross. FMI, 843-369-5555.

DEC 6 CHARLOTTE CBA TOY RUN Bojangles Coliseum parking lot, 2700 East Independence Blvd. Staging 11am, KSU at 1pm. Bring a new, unwrapped toy.

Free food & beer, live music. Benefits Toys For Tots. CharlotteCBA.org.

DEC 6 34th ANNUAL RANDOLPH COUNTY CBA TOY RUN Randolph Mall parking lot, 345 Randolph Mall, Asheboro, NC. Reg 10am, KSU 1:30pm, police escorted ride, bring unwrapped gift or monetary donation.

FMI, 336-963-3438.

DEC 7 PEARL HARBOR DAY 1941 DEC 12 NAZARETH CHILDREN’S HOME CHRISTMAS PARTY RIDE Speedway Harley-Davidson 10049 Weddington Rd. Ext. Concord, NC. Reg 11:30am, ride 12:15pm.

Lunch, birthday party. Bring an item from the wish list at www.bikerswithacause.com.

Darby Dillard 704-995-4097 DEC 12 RENEGADE CYCLES TOY RUN Renegade Cycles, 1003 S Main St., Dobson, NC. Arrive @11am, KSU 12pm. FMI, 336-356-2060.

Cruisin’ Calendar DEC 12 THUMPERS HOLIDAY CHARITY RUN FOR TURNING POINT Iron Horse Motorcycles, 1600 W. Roosevelt Blvd., Monroe, NC. Meet at 12pm, KSU 1pm, bring gifts for kids up to 12 years old & their moms or cash donation. Benefits CMOU, women & children who have escaped from violence. www.cmouonline.com. FMI, Shine 704-840-9710 or Dano 704-254-7355.

DEC 12 FORT BRAGG HARLEY-DAVIDSON UGLY SWEATER DAY Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. 10am-4pm, wear your ugly sweater to be entered for giveaways. www.fortbraggharley.com, 910-864-1200.

DEC 16 FORT BRAGG HARLEY-DAVIDSON VIP SHOPPING NIGHT Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. 6-9pm, light refreshments, beer, wine, cocktails. www.fortbraggharley.com, 910-864-1200.

DEC 19 BREAKFAST WITH SANTA Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. 10am-12pm. www.fortbraggharley.com, 910-864-1200.

DEC 19 WINDJAMMERS 32ND ANNUAL TOY RUN Cleveland Mall, 2001-53 E. Dixie Blvd., Shelby, NC. KSU 1pm, give a toy/ donation. Free food while supplies last, live entertainment. Benefits the children of Cleveland Co. Moonpie 704-477-1254, Axel 704-477-7653, Greasy 704-300-7064.

DEC 24 CHRISTMAS EVE DEC 25 CHRISTMAS DAY DEC 31 NEW YEAR’S EVE

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Lure Of The Long Road Table Brings Riders To Thomasville

By Lincoln Infield Long Road Riders Gather At The Long Road Table With Curators Zach, Kristin & Kamilla Shipwash Contributions By: Mike Allen he Long Road started 12 years ago as a ride the Smokeout. It also had a big sign that would tell you that it between the epic bike rallies known as Smokewas the long road lounge. Well the centerpiece of Smokeout’s out West in Arizona and Smokeout Rally in “fortress of fun,” was a ten foot long, bar height, blood red North Carolina. The ride was started by Greg “Edge” Scheuer, table covered in road inspired sayin’s, stickers and signed by was run by “Captain Jack” for a few years then handed off to members of the Legion of Long Road and other giants of the Brian “Uncle Ben” Sauer and has been the subject of editomotorcycle world. rial centerpiece in Easyrider Magazine, the Horse Backstreet 2019’s Smoke Out 20 found local custom motorcycle Choppers, The Carolinas’ Full Throttle Magazine and on Bikbuilder Zach & Kristin Shipwash of The Rebel Spirit set up ernet.com to name a few. Once arrived at the Smokeout Rally, at the end of vendor row set up by the Long Road Lounge. the Long Road riders set up camp at the Long Road Lounge.

Apparently, hosting 2 bodacious burnout contests per day in It was recognizable at the end of the vendors row, draped with front of your vendor spot isn’t good for the food trucks to be military style camouflage with a bunch of skuzzy looking down wind of, but wouldn’t bother these road warriors. At the dudes having the time of their lives hanging out and enjoying end of the weekend, as luck has it, The Rebel Spirit crew was

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Long Road Riders Scrawling Road Advice For Future Generations On The Long Road Table breaking down camp at the same time as the Long Road crew.

The Long Road Riders were done lugging that particular table around and offered it to Zach and Kristin. Instead of letting the table’s tenure end in flames, they secured this Smoke Out Rally heirloom and brought it back to their HQ in Thomasville. The Long Road Table tradition has been kept alive in the meanwhile with quite a few late(ish) evening get togethers specifically designed around this rally relic.

The Long Road Ride is typically a “Gypsy” ride which means you ride with as many or as few others as you want.

The stop for everybody is the same each night and covers a distance of typically 1,200 to 1,500 miles during week. It’s a fun ride without having to really push any limits. Uncle Ben was unable to make the ride this year and had considered skipping a year due to the Canadian border being closed. To keep the ride going, Long Road Rider Mike Allen took it over for 2020. To deal with the unpredictability of any events or campgrounds being open, the ride was set up as a “home base” get together with rides set up for each day. The Planet Chopper roadhouse in Woodlawn, Virginia, was the perfect home base for the 2020 Long Road, no worries about being closed and

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there’s not a bad day ride in any direction.

Planet Chopper was actually conceived during a previous Long Road and has grown into the only company doing tours on custom motorcycles with rides set up in New Zealand, the USA, and the Himalayan mountains. The destination highlight of the 2020 Long Road routes included; the Back of the Dragon, visits to several breweries, AAF Tank Museum in Danville, Virginia and a stop at The Rebel Spirit motorcycle shop in Thomasville, NC, to visit the Long Road Table.

Zach and Kristin hosted the 2020 Long Road Riders making sure there was a giant cooler full of cold beers, some snacks and cheese balls. The riders toured the shop checking out some of Zach’s works in progress, the freshly completed Boogie Nights ’74 CB750 Chopper (featured in the Carolinas’ Full Throttle Magazine’s September 2020 issue) and of course, the Long Road Table. Mike did the honors of placing the Long Road 2020 sticker on the table while some of the riders scrawled this year’s signatures and sayins’ in between past scriptures. We were also witness to the awarding of the Long Road medallions to two new riders. It wasn’t long before the riders had to head back to The Planet Chopper Roadhouse for the evening.

Big thanks to Mike Allen and Planet Chopper Roadhouse’s John Devinshire and the Long Road Riders for keeping the Long Road rolling. And to Zach and Kristin for curating the Long Road Table as piece of Smoke Out Rally, Long Road and NC motorcycling history. Honestly, I can’t wait to get back to the Long Road Table, and hang out for a few hours.

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First Annual Don Tilley Memorial Poker Run Story and photos by Alan Dockery estern Carolina Bikers were blessed with such a pretty blue sky day on the first Saturday in October(10/3). As I got ready to ride out, it was 42 degrees and the carburetors loved it. I found my winter gloves, zipped the sides on the helmet and snapped on the flip up face shield.

I knew there would be hundreds of bikers at Tilley Harley-Davidson in Statesville, NC, breaking out their winter gear. As I rode down Highway 70 and slowed at the old dealership I started thinking about Don Tilley. It’s been six years since the biker world lost a legend and hero. But so often we still talk about Don and how we miss him. Not just my racing buddies, everyone has a Don Tilley story they tell with a big smile.

There had been a couple small remembrance days when we went to the new dealership and rode a little. This year the family and staff had the first Don Tilley Memorial Ride and plan to make it an annual event. I was glad to see a great turn out with hundreds of bikers parked all around the building.

The morning started with a brisk ride, but it was warming fast and folks were shedding layers. The ride was up one of Don’s favorite local routes for getting to the closest tightest twisty mountain roads. We went up through Hiddenite on Sulphur Springs road to Brushy Mountain road and back down Highway 115 past Love Valley to the shop.

Back at Tilley H-D stories were shared, big laughs were heard, and a good time was enjoyed by everyone. Ol’ Bob’s provided a delicious BBQ, and local musician Dani Kerr and her band rocked us into the afternoon. Terry LeVan ran through the crowd with door prizes easily won by answering Tilley Trivia questions.

Hey, we had winners of the poker run. Donny Tevepaugh had the best hand and Dave Carman drew the worst hand. The hands were so close they gave Todd Holland a prize for second place. As it turned out, both hands were won by such close margins Tilley awarded second place prizes to those who lost by one number in each case! I hung out inside for a bit listening to stories about Don and the race bikes. I answered folks questions, too since I can talk about those race machines and their histories. Antique Harleys were displayed outside.

This was another mellow day to hang out at Tilley’s and tell stories about Don. We raised money for the Iredell County Sheriff Department’s Special Programs. To end the day, Sheriff Darrin Campbell addressed the group, and thanked the crowd.

“Tilley Harley-Davidson, Don Tilley, and the whole family has always been supportive of the sheriff’s office,” Campbell said.

“When we were contacted and told that the proceeds from this poker run would benefit our activities, we were ecstatic. This will go to special programs like our Teen Academy and Athletic League plus the Spousal Auxiliary Group. We are blessed and honored. And so appreciative that people came and spent their Saturday helping us raise money to fund those projects,” Campbell said.

It was great to see the Tilley family as it has grown over the years. Tilley’s is still a family run Harley-Davidson dealership.

Generations of bikers have bought new bikes and accessories from the Tilley family. They gave me the following statement about the First Annual Don Tilley Memorial Poker Run. “A big thank you to everyone who made the First Annual Don Tilley Poker Run a fun time and a huge success. It was a pleasure seeing so many long-time friends in attendance to

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celebrate Don. And to those who are just discovering Tilley H-D, we happily extend a hearty welcome.”

We thank everyone who spent time with us that day and look forward to 2021 as we ride into our 48th year in business. We sure hope you’ll continue to join us along the way and add to our history of great memories.

The Don Tilley Poker Run will be annual event, for sure!

Next year we’ll choose another local organization in need and gather again to ride and to remember Don.” The Tilley family said.

Terry LeVan added, We want to thank our employees for all their hard work on this event, coming in early and leaving late, it takes a great team to pull off and event like this and you guys made it a big success!! A big thank you to Robbie and Ol’ Bob’s BBQ & Catering, the BBQ was so good, when I got in touch with Robbie and told him what I had in mind for this event and we were raising money for sheriff dept, he was in!! So, thank you guys so much!!! And our band .. wow Jordan Danielle, (Dani Kerr) and her band rocked the house, thank you guys so much and look forward to having y’all back again!!! A big shout out to the Cubbard Express and County Line store, and Trinity fire department for allowing us to have our stops there!! Thanks to Hickory Doc for taking some great pics and just hanging out with us. thanks to Bob Karney for the Don Tilley coozies !!

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ment for all you do for all of us!! You guys are so awesome, and we appreciate each and every one of you guys and gals!!

Already can’t wait till next year. this ride is gonna get bigger and better each year! Thanks to all involved!! and thanks to all the people that worked our stops!

Thank you all.

A Legend And Hero Don Tilley was one of my heroes from the time I first started riding Harley-Davidson motorcycles and paying attention to racing. He wasn’t the rider going for the wins, but the owner, builder and tuner who put lots of riders in the winner’s circle. I remember getting to know him while covering Harley’s efforts in Superbike road racing with the VR-1000 and at the dragstrip. Don put Harleys on many different types of racetracks.

In the 1950s and 60s he raced stock cars, winning on the local tracks. He moved up to NASCAR’s Grand National Circuit running several races, including Daytona. Don even worked for Richard Petty before he and Robinette opened Tilley Harley-Davidson dealership in Statesville in 1972.

Fast motorcycles made him a legend. His riders won lots of races and championships for many years. Occasionally, Don would roll out some of his race bikes for display at the dealership during events. It always brought a smile to my face to see guys checking out the race machines, like the famous “Lucifer’s Hammer”, and telling stories about watching them in action.

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His Laboring Few Annual Labor Day Family Campout By: Ms. Pat

Laboring Few Annual Labor Day Family Campout started out on Friday. The weather couldn’t have been any better. There were several campers and tents on the grounds, waiting on everything to get under way.

Friday evening started off with a hot dog roast around the fire pit. After everyone got full on hot dogs and fixin’s, Pastor Steve brought a message.

Saturday Morning started off with breakfast and after breakfast at 10:00, the morning service started. Ann Hucks lead the Praise and Worship, then Pastor Steve brought the message.

The Triad Chapter of His Laboring Few Biker Ministry, had a bike show. We had over 20 bikes to show up, but only 6 entered. We gave trophies out for 1st and 2nd place. Everyone that was at Campout was given a ticket to vote. They put their tickets in a box on the handlebars. After lunch, we gathered up the boxes and counted the tickets. David Burnette won 1st place and Mike (sorry didn’t get last name) won 2nd place.

By the time came closer for Michael Combs to start up we is

had over 200 people in attendance. We couldn’t have asked for a better concert. It went on for a couple of hours.

After Michael Combs, the evening service was presented by Christian Farris, Pastor of Next Level Ministry in Tampa Fla, who did a great job.

Sunday Morning service was done by CJ Ballard and Thirteenth Tribe which also did a great job.

If you weren’t there, oh, well! You missed a great weekend of great food, singing and preaching and praising the Lord and a lot of fellowship.

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Sunday Morning Back Roads Ride By: Wally Wersching Sunday, August 16th, was one of the most beautiful days of the summer. I woke up to partly sunny skies with the temperature in the upper 60’s. It hadn’t been in the 60’s for a couple weeks. Morning lows were in the 70’s with afternoon highs in the mid to upper 90’s. It was like a breath of fresh air. I had to go for a ride.

I left home at about 9:30am heading west on Rte. 74. I wanted to take Rte. 221 up to Marion, NC. I hadn’t been on that road for many years. It’s a great road but I just normally don’t take it to get where I want to go.

I rode “Miss Vickie” and was almost chilled on my way to the Rte. 221 exit. I wore my mesh summer jacket. I turned to go north on Rte. 221 and followed it through Rutherfordton (pronounced “Ruffton” by the locals). It’s an old southern town with beautiful old buildings - some look like plantations.

After I passed through town, the road straightened out as it went north. It went through some very small communities, and finally got to the hilly, curvy section where there were campgrounds and gold mines.

After I crossed I-40, I knew that Rte. 226 was close. Before I knew it, I was turning right on Rte. 226. I saw a few motorcycles parked in the large gas station on the right, so I pulled in.

I Shared Copies Of The Carolinas’ Full Throttle Magazine With Riders As We Talked.

I parked “Miss Vickie” alongside and started talking with the group. They were from York, SC on their way up to Mt. Mitchell. I shared copies of The Carolinas’ Full Throttle magazine with them as we talked. Then another small group rolled in and parked across the lot. I walked over to say hello to them with a few magazines under my arm. They were from Blacksburg, SC. I gave them a few magazines and learned that all three bikes were bought from Joker Powersports. “Joker John” really sells a lot of like-new used bikes.

After I said my good-byes, I headed south on Rte. 226 toward home. I used to ride on Rte. 226 every day for over six years when I worked in Marion. It’s a very scenic road. One thing I noticed was a lot of fallen trees. Many had just fallen.

The leaves were still green. There must have been a few strong storms pass through recently.

After I stopped for gas in Polkville, I made it home about 11:30 – in time to watch the NASCAR Truck Race in Daytona while eating lunch. It was a great way to spend a Sunday morning!

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Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson And October Surprises By: Chi

Bragg Harley-Davidson puts great interest in the community and all that is involved.

With October being breast cancer awareness month, the 4th Annual Tatas And Tailpipes Poker Run took place on Saturday October 10th. Everyone was dressed in their pink. And yes, there were tutus for the tatas. There was music and dancing everyone had a ball. The ride began with the first bike out at11am and ended with the last bike in at 2 pm.

All proceeds from the benefit went to the Cape Fear Valley Health Foundation. There were many things to do at this event. There was a 50/50 raffle, free food, burgers, hot dogs and beverages. Fort Bragg HarleyDavidson always keeps their customers and community at the front and center of their itinerary!

The middle of the month hosted a demo truck full of Harley- Davidson motorcycles. The customers were ort

welcome to ride not just one, but all of them! What better way to find out which one is best for you? The demo truck was out, and Harley’s were on the road. They encourage us to ride; not just on demo days but any day of the week!

Last of the month of October and who could forget about Halloween Surprises?

Or should I say “HOG-O-Ween?”; All Hallows Eve! Fort Bragg HarleyDavidson is keeping in the spirit of treats for the holiday! This was a time for Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson to embrace a fun and safe activity for the whole family.

There was a trunk or treat for the kids: foods, drinks, music, giveaways, prizes, and so much more!

They’re never to be underestimated because, there’s Always a Party at Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson!

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Hundreds of Bikers Pack The Hide-A-Way Tavern To Back The Blue

By: Lincoln Infield

TV has social unrest on every channel. It seems that everyone coast to coast have been protesting the police and calling for the police to be defunded. It didn’t look good for the boys in blue.

However, a couple hundred bikers in Richmond County were determined to let their local law enforcement know, that they back the blue.

On September 19th, I rolled into the Hide-A-Way Tavern ately the

in Rockingham, NC for the Back The Blue Ride at 11:30 and there were already a few bikes and riders anticipating the day’s events. Chris, the proprietor of the Hide-A-Way Tavern, let me know that a big group of riders was heading in from Laurinburg along with the police escort that was leading the ride that day. Chris wasn’t kidding. A pack of at least 200 motorcycles rolled in and packed the Hide-A-Way Tavern parking lot and overflowed on to other nearby clearings. There were motorcycles parked everywhere you looked, some were flying the USA Thin Blue Line flags, American flags, Thin Red Line flags and there were a ton of pro-police shirts in the crowd. There was no guessing which side of the line these bikers were on.

Along with the bikes came around 30 or more cagers, a couple fire trucks, ambulances and other LEO vehicles that wanted to make sure their support was noted as well.

This event was such a big deal that NC’s 9th district congressmen Dan Bishop, made a special stop at the HideA-Way Tavern. Congressman Bishop utilized the PA System of a Scotland Co Sheriff’s Car to deliver a stirring pro-LEO

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speech to the crowd. The congressmen ended his speech and exited the car to a huge round of applause. He stuck around to shake hands and pose for photos as well. After the congressmen made his rounds, we had a quick prayer and some riding instructions before we got the signal to fire up the bikes.

The ride was fully escorted, of course, and the purpose of the ride was to parade past the local LEO offices to make sure they felt the support of the local biker community. We cruised by the Richmond and Scotland County Sheriff’s Departments, and the Rockingham Hamlet, and Laurinburg Police Departments. before ending the ride at Jerry’s Deli & Grill in Laurinburg, NC. The police escort was awesome and had all the intersections blocked along the way. We were downtown to hit these LEO departments and as you can imagine, it took a while for250 + bikes clear an intersection! The bikes on the ride were flying flags and I know I heard “Proud To Be An American” and “Bad Boys” blaring from the audio systems on the ride.

There is a huge field beside Jerry’s where the Back the Blue rally continued with some guest speakers including 2 county commissioners, Scotland County Sheriff Ralph Kersey, and NC Senator Tom McInnis. They also had a pile of raffle prizes, a 50/50 and a DJ putting out some music. Jerry’s also provided a bunch of food for the riders. There were grills running, and the food smelled awesome. I saw folks eating shish kabobs, pizza, BBQ, shaved ice, cotton candy and more. It was a free ride, but the money collected from the 50/50 that day went to the “Shop with a Cop” program for all the Police Departments and Sheriff’s offices we paraded by that day. It was a well put together, well-orchestrated ride and there is no doubt that the motorcycle community supports the Law Enforcement in the area. Event organizer, Chris Jackson, said he “wasn’t expecting the crowd that showed up and it was a great feeling to know that as a police officer you have that much support”.

Chris also mentioned that plans were in the works for next year’s Back The Blue Ride. Make sure to keep your eye on the Carolinas’ Full Throttle Magazine Cruisin’ Calendar for details.

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Wild Wheels Wall Of Death By: Wally Wersching

October 9th through the 11th, the Harley-Davidson motorcycle dealership in Greenville, South Carolina celebrated its 25th Anniversary. The main attraction for the party from Friday to Sunday was the “Wild Wheels Wall of Death” which is also known as a “Motordrome”. The very first carnival Motordrome appeared at Coney Island amusement park in 1911. The following year portable tracks began to appear in traveling carnivals. By 1915 the first “silodromes” with vertical walls appeared and were soon dubbed the “Wall of Death.” The audience views from the top of the drum - looking down. The riders start at the bottom, in the center, and ascend an initial ramped section until they gain enough speed to drive horizontally to the floor on the walls.

One of the riders in the “Wild Wheels Wall of Death” is Wahl E. Walker. He has been riding in silodromes for many years and is the oldest man to continuously ride in one. He’s in his early 70’s.

I decided to go on Saturday until I saw the weather forecast for rain on Saturday and Sunday from hurricane Delta. Then I decided to go on Friday. I asked Cindy if she would like to go, and to sweeten the pot, I suggested that we stop for lunch first at Logan’s Roadhouse in Greenville – she really likes Logan’s. To my surprise, she agreed to go even though she had no idea of what “The Wall of Death” was.

We left home Friday at 10 am heading south toward Greenville. Along the way we encountered a little light rain, but it stopped after we drove through it. We arrived at Logan’s a little after 11 am and ordered our favorite meals. The server was pleasant, and the food was perfect. Afterwards, we drove to the Harley dealership which was only a few minutes away. rom

When we arrived at the dealership, I saw the “Demo Truck” with all the bikes inside. They had just started unloading it.

The “Wild Wheels Wall of Death” was behind the truck. We walked to it, and saw a man working on the rigging. I asked him when the next show was scheduled. He asked what time it was, and I told him it was about noon. He said, “then it was time for the show”. The man was Wahl E. Walker. We talked for a few minutes before the show started. He is a very friendly man.

Then another man came out to start the show. He rode the old Indian Scout in front of the wall while another man was

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telling all about the upcoming show. He made it sound thrilling! A small crowd had gathered to listen.

After the demonstration up front was over, we all walked up the stairs to the top of the circular wall. At the bottom were three motorcycles, and a go-kart. During the next 15 minutes, the three men rode the motorcycles, and drove the go-kart on the walls while snatching the dollar bills from the fingers of the spectators. It was very exciting, and loud. It also looked like all the men were having a good time. Every time the gokart or bike would come close, my wife would back away. It made the show better for me just watching the excitement on her face.

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pictures were a blur. Before we knew it, the show was over. It was a good thing, too. The smell from the bikes’ exhaust was getting pretty strong. They had the curtains up around the spectators to keep out the expected rain later in the weekend, but it also kept in the exhaust fumes.

After the show, the riders were visiting with the spectators. It was a very pleasant experience. They also had t-shirts for sale.

Cindy and I walked to the dealership.

She had never been inside it before. She was amazed by all the motorcycles, and clothes for sale. In the past 30 years, all the Harley dealerships look like boutiques that sell motorcycles on the side. They all look very similar. Back in the day, each Harley dealership was unique. Most had a few motorcycles, and only one rack with t-shirts and other clothes. Many smelled like real bike shops with the smell of Gunk, and other solvents. Now everything is very sanitary.

We headed home and encountered a light shower on the way. We were home by 2 pm after having a great time. I was glad that everything worked out OK. Sometimes a plan actually comes together.

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Conceited?

Have you ever set up at a swap meet or any kind of rally and noticed all the different kind of ministry patches? You have some that are really real and some just want the patch to play ministry (that’s my opinion). We do a church service at the CBA swap meet twice a year, there used to be a lot of ministry groups set up, but there are not so many now. It used to really bother me because some of them wouldn’t come to our services, I thought each ministry group stood behind and supported each other, some do some don’t. Always remember that no one ministry group is better than the other, some may do more than others. It’s all in the way you handle things.

Have you ever thought about people being conceited? Here are some of the things the Bible says about being conceited.

You see some Christians that think they’re too good to go out and minister or talk to someone.

Proverbs 12: 12-16: (12) Do you see a man wise in his own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for him. (13) The lazy man says, “There is a lion in the road! A fierce lion is in the streets!” (That means that they’re conceited; too good to go and do something, they want to tell someone else to do it, because they think they’re too good) (14) As a door turns on its hinges, So does the lazy man on his bed. (They always want someone else to do it, because they don’t want to be bothered. Conceited people become lazy

because they’re always waiting on others to do it.)

(15)The lazy man buries his hand in the bowl; It wearies him to bring it back to his mouth. (Always wants to hide and wait on someone else) (16) The lazy man is wiser in his own eyes than seven men who can answer sensibly. (They think they’re so wise that you can’t teach them anything because they think they know it all) They’re not serving God but serving themselves. They don’t want to go out of their way because it don’t suit them.

Jeremiah 9: 23-24: (23) Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, Neither let the mighty man glory in his might, Let not the rich man glory in his riches. (If you think you’re strong and can do everything, well then why aren’t you doing it instead of telling others? The Lord will give you strength if you ask him.)

(24) But let him who glories glory in this. That he understands and knows Me, that I am the Lord, exercising loving kindness judgement, and righteousness in the earth. For in these I delight, says the Lord. (It’s only by the Lord you know anything. Conceited people always put themselves first. You need to always glorify God before yourself or anything. A conceited person, their ways is always better no matter what.

If you’re going to boast and make a show of it, you best be telling what God has done in your life.)

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Luke 18: 9-14: (9) To some who were confident of their own righteousness and looked down on everyone else, Jesus told this parable: (10)Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. (11)The Pharisee stood by himself and prayed: ‘God, I thank you that I am not like other people-robbers, evildoers, adulterers-or even like this tax collector. (12) I fast twice a week and give a tenth of all I get.’ (13) But the tax collector stood at a distance. He would not even look up to heaven, but beat his breast and said, ‘God, have mercy on me, a sinner.’ (14) I tell you that this man, rather than the other, went home justified before God. For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.”

Who do you think was conceited? The Pharisee was, because he was bragging on himself before God. You’re wasting your time and your breath. If you’re exalting yourself, you’ll be brought down. Just remember everything you have comes from God. Renew your mind in the love of Jesus Christ. Don’t matter how great you are, it’s how great is God. If you’re taking the credit, you failed God.

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Demo Days At Smokin’ Harley-Davidson

By Lincoln Infield ny day is a good day to ride a dozen or so

motorcycles, and demo day makes it extremely convenient. Smokin’ Harley-Davidson in Winston-Salem had the Harley-Davidson Demo Truck scheduled for October 10 & 11. When the demo truck rolls into town, it is slammed full of the latest Harley-Davidson models and they are just begging you to take a ride. So, that’s what I did!

The forecast for the weekend wasn’t looking so good with yet another hurricane making its way inland. So, the folks over at Smokin’ Harley-Davidson opened Demo Day on Friday, a day early than scheduled. Well that’s as good a reason as ever to play hooky and take a ride, or five. I wasn’t surprised to see how many folks showed up that had the same

idea that I did.

The Winston-Salem H.O.G. Club Road Captains were taking groups of riders out on a nice loop that consisted of a little bit of rural road, city streets and highway. As soon as one group came in, the next would take off. Folks were jumping from Sportsters to Softail Standards to Ultra Classics and all the models in between to get a good feel for all that the Motor Company has to offer.

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Outer Banks H-D Bikefest

By Lincoln Infield

Carolina’s Outer Banks are an absolute jewel that features miles and miles of beautiful coastline, scenic riding, and historic landmarks. The Wright Brothers took the first flight in Kill Devil Hills, Jockey’s Ridge State Park features the tallest living sand dune on the Atlantic coast, and top to bottom the OBX feature seven fantastic light houses. To top all that off, Outer Banks Harley-Davidson in Harbinger, NC throws two bike rallies each year. Outer Banks Bike Week in April and Outer Banks Bikefest in September.

This year, Outer Banks Harley-Davidson was forced to cancel their spring Bike Week and all we had to look forward to was the Fall Bikefest. I snagged a hotel room and put the boss on notice that I wasn’t gonna miss this event. I only had time to get down there for the last weekend of the event, but they had a list of events and riding that were well worth attending. As 2020 would have it, the crew at Outer Banks HarleyDavidson learned days before the event that they were going to be limited on what they were allowed to do on site. Some of the big entertainment was moved to OBX H-D’s sister store in Portsmouth, VA, but that didn’t mean we couldn’t have a big time at the beach. I rolled into town on Friday and stopped off orth

at the dealership. They had a group of vendors on the lot of your normal biker type stuff: silver jewelry, leather goods and naturally a side show act. I hung out with the new GM, and the marketing guru, Dusty, and some riders at the dealership and then hit some of the local watering holes. The Outer Banks Bikefest has a great community effort built in and a lot of the local biker hangouts get in on the fun. It wasn’t hard to find the night life, just file in with any pack of bikes heading down the road. That evening, Longboards was the stop for food, drinks, vendors and more biker type fun.

Saturday morning the sun came up and all though there was a chance of rain (isn’t there always?) I knew it was gonna be a good day to ride. I started off back at Outer Banks Harley-Davidson in Harbinger, where they were already slinging bikes, jamming music and setting up for a big day. I was definitely interested in cruising the coast a bit and I was in luck since there was a scavenger hunt that had a few stops that included the OBX Harley-Davidson’s satellite stores in Kitty Hawk and Nags Head. Hey, I was heading that way anyway!

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Continued From Page 30 One of the cool features of the Outer Banks are the bridges that connect the mainland to the islands and the islands to each other. I thoroughly enjoyed cruising those bridges and checking out the waterways. The first bridge was from the mainland over to Kitty Hawk crossing the Currituck Sound. I was heading south to Nags Head Harley-Davidson, so I had to hit Hwy 12 and you pass right by the Wright Brothers National Memorial. Well, that was detour number one. It’s a must see, even if you’ve been there before. There’s plenty to see just touring the monument and the 4 markers that chronicle the first successful airplane flights. There’s also a museum on the grounds, but it wasn’t open at the time. Back out on Hwy 12, I resumed my ride down to Nags Head Harley-Davidson that happens to be just past Jockey’s Ridge State Park. Welcome to detour number 2. I was absolutely blown away by the astounding beauty of these huge sand dunes. It’s just sand, but it’s so much more. I trekked all over those beautiful dunes in my boots and enjoyed the view of both the sound and the ocean from the peaks of the dunes.

I was only few gears away from Nags Head Harley-Davidson when I resumed my ride. I stopped in and that place was hoppin. They had a tent out front with this year’s rally shirts and packs of bikes were coming and going. Nags Head GM, Becci, and MotorClothes associate, Pam, were more than welcoming and were making sure that everyone got the cool merch that they needed. Now that I was that far south, I figured I would hit up Roanoke Island, home to the lost colony and the birthplace of the first American born English settler, Virginia Dare. It was this, detour number 3 that got me caught in 100% of the 20% chance of rain that was forecasted for the day. But hey, sooner or later ya gonna get wet if you’re riding at the beach. It also took me across another long bridge that spans the Roanoke Sound. There’s something about these bridges, it’s a pretty incredible feeling riding them. I hung around for a while then headed back north to see what was going on back

at the main dealership in Harbinger. I got up there in time to grab a hot dog lunch that the HOG Club was cooking up and watch the parade of bikes and people coming and going at the dealership. I stuck around the dealership for a few hours and the sun had me all dried back out before I put the kickstand up and headed back to my hotel. I never finished the scavenger hunt, but I found a full day of riding and fun.

I’m definitely looking forward to next spring and the Outer Banks Bike Week and the return of the big events. Even with the restrictions, the Outer Banks Harley-Davidson locations, team and community still put on a heck of a good rally. I had a blast in the short time I was able to spend at the Outer Banks Bikefest. It’s a beautiful area to visit, with great riding, history and a great riding community, so when they announce the 2021 dates in the Cruisin’ Calendar, snag a hotel room and plan on having a good time.

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Down On Main Street By: Tori, Carly & Lacey Dukes et’s talk about Tony Dukes. Where do we even start? For those who have traveled down on Main Street in Winston-Salem, North Carolina there’s a strong possibility that you have run into Tony. If you ever met him, we’re sure you have a story to tell. He was the life of the party, the live entertainment, the ever-present smile.

He was known to do anything for a laugh. Tony was small in stature, but his spirit was much larger than his physical self.

We all know dynamite comes in small packages. He often told us to look out for the smallest one in the crowd. Mostly he was referring to himself and his youngest daughter, Lacey. He was a lady’s man through and through. We recently did some porch sitting with Dad and mentioned all these women that were reaching out to check on him. Carly said, “Dad they all think they are your favorite”, Dad responded with a huge smile across his face, “Each one of them is my favorite”. See it’s not that Dad was a womanizer or a dog...he truly loved everyone and had a gift to make every single person feel important and special.

We grew up learning all the important life lessons from our “Deddy” (we’re country y’all). As soon as Mom would leave the house…out came the dishtowels…we would all wrap our hands up, Dad would get on his knees and teach us how to box (until Tori mastered the uppercut). When playing pool always go with your first instinct, “It’s all about imagination”. When riding motorcycles, “The yellow line is mine”. If I catch you on the back of a bike, it better be a Harley and make sure your saddle bag always has duct tape and zip ties. If you fall off your horse, by God you get up & get back in the saddle.

Tony has had his 1977 Lowrider almost 42 years now. For all these years, he and “Ole Gray” were inseparable. Bike rallies, benefit rides, Sunday Funday bar hopping; they were always together. We can’t tell you how many miles they shared; the speedometer/odometer has been gone as long as we can remember. He replaced it with a koozie and kept on riding.

He loved his motorcycle. He always bragged that she knew the way home. Tony embodied the biker lifestyle perfectly. Always down for fun, always ready to help someone in need and always, always in the wind.

Ole Gray will still be seen out on the town, ridden by one of his daughters. We have been trying to describe Dad’s bike for years and just couldn’t find the right words. Our Aunt, Rhonda, described it perfectly…”Ride that bike knowing that it’s your heritage, a piece of history that shaped us all; adding to the pride that Tony (and each of us) carries in their heart and soul.”

We think about the Dukes Rally all the time and are still amazed at the outpouring of love and support from the community. Tony had an unbelievable number of friends who, if you asked him, were his family in every sense of the word. He fought one hell of a battle with cancer. We are so super proud of him. He never stopped smiling or cracking jokes (even at the very end). The world seems a little darker without his smile to light the way.

South Main Street will never be the same. Keep sharing the good times and the laughter so his spirit will live on.

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4th Annual Combat Vets Chapter 15-7 Haunted Hills Ride

By: Pam Irvin

Saturday October 10, 2020, the Black Mountain chapter of the Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association held their fourth annual Haunted Hills Ride.

This ride has become a favorite of many. Despite the 90 100% chance of rain forecast, there was still a great turnout for the event. There was a total of 70 brave participants. The ride started at Asheville Harley-Davidson. Registration started at 10 am. A pancake breakfast, coffee and hot chocolate was provided by the local HOG chapter. The members of the Combat Vets and the auxiliary were set up selling merchandise and raffle tickets. The hot raffle item was a crossbow which was raffled off at the end of the day. Another item being raffled is a handmade quilt, which members are still selling tickets. It will be raffled off on Veterans Day. This ride is treasured by all, mainly because of the ride itself. It starts off at the Harley-Davidson, goes onto Highway 74 towards Bat Cave, NC, then continues down Highway 9, into Black Mountain, and finishing strong at the Black Mountain Moose Lodge. Now you see why so many people want to come enjoy this ride, it goes onto some of the curviest roads there are around here. And along with the curves n

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Before the ride, food was prepared by the CVMA members, I can tell you from my own experience that everyone worked extra hard to make sure that the food was good and cooked right. We served pulled pork, beans, and coleslaw, with cupcakes for dessert. An Auction was also held. Some

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Star Touring And Riding Trip To Helen Georgia

By Bill Gallaway

19th was when the Greenville, SC Star Touring and Riding Group made their ride to Helen, GA. It wasn’t planned; however this year Helen celebrates its 50th Anniversary of Octoberfest.

Looking back, I’ve made it to a few. The original scheduled date for the ride on the previous weekend the was postponed due to showers. There were many others who also had the same idea.

The weather was fantastic even though cool, and a little cloudy, since town was crowded with traffic.

Visitors were arriving to experience the German food, beer and music. Once we got our bikes parked, we walked to a restaurant overlooking the river. There are many parking lots available with rates ranging from free to $10.00 so you choose how far you want to walk. There are usually folks tubing down the river, but not that day since the days were the first cool days of the season. The shops were open on Saturday and we stopped at one of my favorites to see if they had any good sales. They sell leather goods jackets, vests, hats, and bike accessories, but nothing caught my eye.

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year. In a few weeks the trees will have begun to change color and it will be fabulous. I may go back; there are lots of great restaurants that are practicing social distancing. I’m thinking ribs next time.

There were opportunities to visit the merchants of Helen that are biker-oriented every day of the year. If you visit there are many biker related vendors that just may have that souvenir T-shirt. If you plan on going, ride safe, we want to see you next year!

If any of ya’ll were planning on attending South Carolina’s oldest Octoberfest in Walhalla, SC, check with the chamber of commerce before venturing out; because it’s up in the air due to COVID-19. The last post I saw was after 43 years of the being the largest and oldest Oktoberfest in South Carolina. It has been cancelled.

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Marine Poker Run

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Paramedics were quick to respond, and they were both taken to the local ER at Wayne Memorial Hospital in Goldsboro.

Lauren was at Wayne for 2 days where she was treated for a collapsed lung and fractured ribs.

Steven had suffered much greater injuries and was immediately life-flighted to Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, NC. He had sustained trauma to both wrists, an open book pelvis fracture and left humerus fracture (both requiring surgical repair). He also suffered a severe brain injury. During the accident, Steven’s helmet slid forward and fractured his right eye TH socket, leaving the back of his head open :30 PMto injury.

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Lauren is there to help where he needs it. And though he is doing well, Steven still has a long path of recovery ahead.

Steven served in the US Marine Corp for 5 years. He and Lauren are raising two young sons. Steven still requires 24/7 care. And so, Lauren resigned from her position in July to be Steven’s full time caregiver. Even though he is a veteran, he receives little assistance from the VA Hospital because these weren’t service related injuries. If anyone has experience with the VA and getting assistance, I am happy to pass along any pearls of wisdom.

And so, on August 29th, with threat of heavy rain showers that afternoon, forty some bikes came together to weather the storm. We met at D&J Cycle Center in Clayton, NC. We rode a nice route staying barely ahead of weather for the most part. We did get damp a time or two. At the end of the run, we were treated to sunshine and BBQ plates donated by Fat Boys BBQ & Catering. (I wonder if all their food comes with sunshine.) Several vendors were set up offering a plethora of products. They had donated items to a raffle, along with many other businesses that wanted to show their support. Through the efforts of many folks, and over the course of many days and weeks of planning, a total of $3,145 was raised to help the family.

When I asked Steven what he would like to say to all of the folks that participated in any way for the run, He said, “Find who you love. Thank you for helping me.”

The pleasure was all ours Steven, Lauren and family. We’re all pulling for you. And thank you for your military service!

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Riding For Sambo

By: Melissa James

19th started out very chilly, but that did not stop us from saddling up those steel friends. This benefit is just a way for all of us to show our horses and riding for Sambo. (Samuel support to the North Carolina Down Syndrome Alliance Of “Sambo” Vincent) passed away September 26th, 2019. He was Raleigh NC in honor of Sambo and his children. a loved by so many in the biker world. Each year we will do Sambo’s First Annual Ride was a success and it will be a a benefit for Down Syndrome in honor of Sambo and his two recurring ride every year to benefit the Down Syndrome Comdaughters. A Down munity.

This will be our way of supporting such an important Syndrome Organipart of our community.

This year’s event turned out to be a zation was chosen great success, with last minute auction items and door prizes f because both of we raised $3,100 to give to NC Down Syndrome Alliance.

Sambo’s daughters Baxter’s Tavern hosted this event, so many thanks are due to passed away a very the owner’s Belinda & Dennis Harris for letting us take over young age due to the bar and for welcoming all.

Thanks to the bartenders for Down Syndrome. making sure everyone got drinks in hand.

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4th Annual Braxton Smith Poker Run Story by the Kevin Smith Family he year is 2016 and Braxton is changing as he seems to be stepping into his own. At age six he seems to be coming out of his shell. He had always been slightly shy but during the last six months he has appeared to be more at ease with his surroundings such as shaking hands at church, meeting other children and especially excelling at racing motocross.

Braxton’s father, Kevin Smith, introduced him to a motorcycle at two years of age. Of course, the bike had training wheels but he appeared to be a natural as he gave it the gas and zoomed across the yard toward the fence. To everyone’s surprise Braxton turned the bike before reaching the fence. His family was amazed that he knew what to do at such an early age. This was the start of his love for motorcycles.

His first official race was in Asheville at four years old. All the other riders in his division made him look very small but

as the flag fell and his family held their breath, Braxton knew what to do. He wasn’t the fastest that night but he finished with a smile that lit up his entire face.

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He also loved his dad’s custom 2007 Harley-Davidson Road Glide. He rode in a lot of the poker runs that his father participated in and learned at an early age that it was important to help people. He was a giving child who loved to give presents to the people he loved. Other things that Braxton loved was cookouts with the family, Christmas, and Jesus.

The future was looking good. And then in a second, everything changed. Braxton was going on a weekend getaway with his grandparents and their vehicle was hit from behind by a 10-wheel flatbed truck. The vehicle Braxton was in flipped several times and landed on its top. Braxton sustained head trauma and two days later he succumbed to the injury. It seemed the entire world stopped. His father states that he felt lost and everything seemed gray.

After a period of mourning Braxton’s death, his father decided he had to do something positive to keep his son’s memory alive. He focused on the things Braxton loved which were Christmas, family and motocross. He finally decided to create a foundation as an avenue to achieve this goal.

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presents who may not receive Christmas without aide and to promote the sport of motocross by giving away 50cc motorcycles along with all the protective gear to potential riders.

On September 16, 2017 – the First Annual Braxton Smith Poker Run was a great success with 350 plus riders in attendance for the event. The festivities included raffles, door prizes, food, music and a 50-cc motorcycle and gear given away.

September 15, 2018 – Second Annual Braxton Smith Poker Run – attendance 450 plus and gave away three 50 cc motorcycles with gear. Helped 30 kids at Christmas and 15 families in crisis.

September 21, 2019 – Third Annual Braxton Smith Poker Run – 550 plus in attendance and gave away five 50cc motorcycles and gear, helped 46 kids at Christmas and 20 families.

Each year the event grows in attendance. This year’s event’s attendance was 600 plus and six 50 cc motorcycles were given away. Kevin states that he has dedicated the rest of his life in keeping Braxton’s name alive through the foundation and he hopes to see the poker run continue to grow. He states the motorcycle community is the most caring and giving group of people there is and he is always overwhelmed and honored at the love and great support the foundation has behind it.

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Bikers Behind The Blue By: JoAnn Cook Wilson , personally, as a biker, a rider, and as an American patriot of this amazing country we live in had one of the most fulfilling days I have had in a while since all the unrest in the country started several months ago.

Chapter 143 of Freedom Cruisers Riding Club hosted a charity event on August 22, called “Bikers Behind the Blue” to raise money for two different county’s K-9 units. It was just something that we, as a chapter, wanted to do to try and make some small difference. One hundred and eleven bikes showed up for the event and there were a few cars as well. The cost of the ride was $20 per bike/ vehicle. The ride was an 81 mile scenic loop that was led by William Wilson, the Vice President of the Chapter.

Upon return, there were hotdog plates available based on donations. We had everything we needed to make the plates donated by local restaurants which was amazing. There was + TAX AND FEES a 50/50 drawing, and a few different raffles taking place as well. We had 2 wooden thin blue line flags made especially for us and donated to the raffle by Michael Martinez at Southern Style Creations. We also had 2 handmade red white and blue flower arrangements donated by Judy’s flowers that were especially made and donated for our silent auction.

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Carolina Racers Went Down To Georgia Story and photos by Alan Dockery made a fast Sunday dash down to Atlanta Dragway in Commerce, GA, for a couple of the All Harley Drag Racing Association eliminations rounds. That was the beginning of their Southern Swing with the next two races in Florida. I didn’t see any fiddle players nor Devils, but I saw a bunch of Carolina Racers bringing home trophies.

From the opening ceremonies, where they recognized the Number One Qualifiers in each class, I saw Carolina Racers hoisting hardware. Tracy Kile and Sam White started at the top of the nitro fuel classes. Mike Beland, Mike Motto, Branon White and Mitch Dibble were introduced for their qualifying efforts.

Jay “Bulldog” Turner had that beautiful bike Maddy Too at Commerce and rode her to the winner’s circle. I saw Mike Beland riding Bobby Hoover’s bike Miss Haley in Pro Dragster. Sam may have qualified at the top of the ladder, but Tyler Wilson won the Pro Dragster class in Georgia.

Y’all know I dig the gas classes and bad ass street bikes and now folks are building some awesome baggers to drag race.

Branon White qualified number one in the Harley Bagger

Class with a 9.789 at 140.47 miles an hour. His front brakes locked up at the end of that pass for a scary moment. I know Travis Croft, Paul Uricchio, Punch Frank and Joe Gladden were racing the Bagger Class.

Sorry if I miss some of the other Carolina teams, I didn’t get any paperwork this time. I saw some racers y’all cheer for down there in Georgia. David Minton was making passes. The Big Injun Guys from Cherokee, Rick Medford and June Bug Ledford were going rounds.

Even if just for a couple rounds, I enjoy seeing y’all roaring down the strip. And most summers there is a guy like Mitch Dibble who proves drag racing can be fun on a basic simple bike. Just a few months ago, Mitch ran his wife Kim’s 883 Sportster down the strip. Now I see him at every local race he can make. Mitch is already taking home trophies too. So, don’t be scared, come make a pass and get hooked, too.

I’ve been telling y’all this year about the progress of Meth Beth the Extreme Bagger built, tuned, and ridden by Mike Beland owner of A1Cycles in Maiden, NC. The first story I

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As 2020 has progressed, so has this awesome machine.

There are a few Harley drag bikes across the country that are in a class with Mike’s bike and they have been in a battle over who is the quickest. It seems every time one of them takes the record another guy goes just a hair quicker.

Well Mike and Beth set the record so low now it might stick for a couple weeks. Soon after Mike set an astounding 8.477 record at Rockingham, those California Boys went a little quicker.

The A1 Cycles team struggled Saturday with several issues but still qualified with an 8.408 at 170.58. I think the record at that time was an 8.39. Well come Sunday eliminations Mike was ready to take back bragging rights and won the Extreme Bagger class race with an 8.386 at 170.97 miles an hour.

Now that the race was over, Mike was ready to make a real record pass. A few tweaks to wheelbase and gearing and Beth streaked to a mind blowing pass down the quarter mile. The overall worldwide bagger drags record is now 8.273 seconds at 169.10 mph. Wow !!!

Another bike I dig is Mike Motto’s machine in X-Gas and Outlaw Street. I heard Mike Motto ran a 7.999 second pass.

That should be the first seven second run in AHDRA for a Street Class, No wheelie bar bike.

Even if you only get to a Harley Drag Race for a few rounds, it is still a thrill. The roar of race machines plus the smell of nitromethane and race gas is good for you. Once the AHDRA finishes their first season back on the strip, I will do a recap for y’all of the Carolina teams and the championships won and records set.

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Mammograms And Motorcycle Giveaways At Cox’s Harley-Davidson By: Lincoln Infield ven with a not so awesome

forecast and the morning fog stubbornly hanging around, dozens of riders showed up for the 2020 Motorcycles for Mammograms ride.

The Motorcycles For Mammograms ride, spearheaded by Joy Hicks, raises funds for the Randolph Health Mammogram fund at Randolph Hospital. Before the kickstands went up, Joy took the stage with Cox’s HD GM Stephen Cox and Cox’s HD Marketing Manager Terry Locke to address the crowd to deliver some info about the Mammogram Assistance Fund. The fund was established in 2010 and has received over $477,280 which has funded roughly 3532 screenings, diagnostic mammograms and ultrasound exams. This year’s ride was led by Randolph County Sheriff’s office motor unit and the Iron Saints MC and raised $8,065 to add to the fund! The ride headed out at 10:30 and headed out to cruise through Montgomery and Randolph Counties!

Even though it wasn’t a beautiful day at all, the rain that was forecast stayed away. The rider’s academy practice range turned into a parking lot for those who still wanted to come and take their chances at winning the 2019 H-D Low Rider

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that was up for grabs that afternoon. The Cox’s staff had the parking lot stacked with great vendors to keep everyone in good spirits. Rock 92 was set up in the middle of the parking lot and folks were spinning the prize wheel for their chance at radio swag. They were also signing up new bike hopefuls for the 10 spots available to for last minute entries on the Low Rider. The Smokehouse Bistro truck was slinging delicious grub. You simply couldn’t resist their killer menu. Speaking of spirits, Four Saints Brewery sent a couple kegs of killer brew that was being poured up for free by Kristin and right beside her was Dr. Stonners Hand Crafted Premium Herbal Spirits giving out shots! If that wasn’t enough to keep a smile on your face, Carolinas’ Biker Lawyer, Bob Karney sent out two lovely representatives to hand out giveaways too! The Slate Aid Group was set up with their latest fundraising bike giveaway and Hedden Auto Finishing was set up with some of their pinstripe work on display rounding out the vendors row.

Live music filled the air all day with a killer line up of: “Cumberland Drive”, “Cory Leutjen and the Traveling Blues Band” and headlined by “Killing Fiction”. The music was

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interrupted midway through the party when Rock 92 radio celebrities Chris Kelly and Chris Demm took the stage to start the reverse raffle for that beautiful Low Rider. They called out 91 numbers to narrow down the raffle to the last 9 participants, of those 91 they drew one to put back in the drawing, leaving 10 finalists biting their fingernails in suspense waiting on the next draw. Cory Leutjen wailed a few more tunes before the ‘2 Guys Named Chris’ returned to the stage to pull the winning numbers. Caleb Smith from Randleman, NC was the fourth or fifth to be called up but selected the winning combination to the briefcase containing the key to the 2019 HarleyDavidson Low Rider. There was no hiding his excitement as he revved up his new ride on stage!

Turns out it is his very first motorcycle, the lucky dog! Congrats Caleb!

Though the bike had been given away, the party wasn’t over at Cox’s Harley-Davidson! The music went on and Joy finished out the Motorcycles For Mammo-

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Visiting The “Remembering Our Fallen” Memorial By: Wally Wersching n Wednesday June 17th, I was involved with the escort of the “Remembering Our Fallen” memorial to the Henry L. Jolly Park in Gaffney, SC. On Friday, June 19th, I went to see how it was displayed. The memorial includes 32 Tribute Towers with military and personal photos of over 5,000 of our nation’s military Fallen since 9/11/2001. I went to the website: www.patriotproductions.org to see what it was going to look like. Then I went on-line to see where the Henry L. Jolly Park was. I’ve been to Gaffney many times without ever seeing the park.

I left home about 2:00pm heading south on Rte. 18.

I followed Rte. 18 into South Carolina and continued straight when Rte. 18 veered to the right. In a few minutes, I was in downtown Gaffney. I learned from the on-line map that the Henry L. Jolly Park was across the railroad tracks on the left. I missed the initial turn and turned left a block down. I saw the park, and after a minute or two, found my way to the entrance.

After I parked in the lot across the large grassy area, I walked to the park entrance. I talked with the US Marine veteran who drove the truck, and set-up the display for a few minutes. I asked him a few questions about the display. While I was there, a family came up, and asked about finding four people on the towers. There was an alphabetical master list of

all the soldiers in the display, and each tower was numbered, so it would be easy to find someone.

As I walked around the little park, I was amazed by the beauty of it. It was very well maintained, and the design worked perfectly with the “Remembering Our Fallen” memorial. The towers were distributed on both sides along the winding sidewalk in the park.

I stopped to read about some of the young people who died for us. Most were in their 20’s. The display had their military pictures along with one of them in civilian life. It also mentioned their name, age, hometown, and when and how they died. The picture of one young man caught my eye. In his civilian picture, he is riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle. His life ended too soon.

He never was able to grow old and enjoy the freedom he fought and died for. It was a very sad memorial.

I have been to the Vietnam War Memorial with the over 50,000 names on it, but this was even sadder than that. This was a very personal display. Too many soldiers were lost too soon. I remember when I was in the Navy. I was their age. I look back at all the things I accomplished after I was discharged – going to college, getting married, and raising my son. They were not able to do those basic things. I am very thankful for their service and ultimate sacrifice, but I wish that none of them had to die to keep us free. It’s a very great sacrifice for soldiers so young.

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The Carolinas’ Full Throttle Magazine staff screens hundreds of jokes each month. We make no claim to being politically correct. Most PC jokes just aren’t funny. If you are offended by any of the jokes on this page, take heart in the fact that we go to great lengths to offend everyone equally. This is not a hate crime!

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a word.” Well, after paying for the bull, the brunette only has $1 left. She realizes that she’ll only be able to send her sister one word. After a few minutes of thinking, she nods and says, “I want you to send her one word: comfortable.” The operator shakes his head. ‘How is she ever going to know that you want her to hitch the trailer to your pickup truck and drive out here to haul that bull back to your ranch if you send her just the word “comfortable?” The brunette explains, “My sister’s blonde. The word’s big. She’ll read it very slowly ... com-for-da-bull.”

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A woman was picking through the frozen turkeys at the grocery store for Thanksgiving Day, but couldn’t find one big enough for her family. She asked a stock boy, “Do these turkeys get any bigger?”

“No, ma’am. They’re dead.”

Two company owners are chatting over whiskey, “You know John, I’m really impressed with your staff’s work morale.

How on Earth do you do it that they’re always on time in the mornings, many even early?” John chuckles into his glass, “It’s simple but genius, really. I have 25 employees – so I built a parking lot with 20 spaces.”

“What did the turkey say to the computer?” “Google, google.”

Two sisters, one blonde and one brunette, inherit the family ranch. Unfortunately, after just a few years, they are in financial trouble. In order to keep the bank from repossessing the ranch, they need to purchase a bull from the stockyard in a far town so that they can breed their own stock. They only have $600 left.

Upon leaving, the brunette tells her sister, “When I get there, if I decide to buy the bull, I’ll contact you to drive out after me and haul it home.” The brunette arrives at the stockyard, inspects the bull, and decides she wants to buy it. The man tells her that he will sell it for $599, no less.

After paying him, she drives to the nearest town to send her sister a telegram to tell her the news. She walks into the telegraph office and says, “I want to send a telegram to my sister telling her that I’ve bought a bull for our ranch. I need her to hitch the trailer to our pickup truck and drive out here so we can haul it home.” The telegraph operator explains that he’ll be glad to help her, then adds, “It’s just 99 cents

Danny: Why did the cranberries turn red?

Jake: Beats me. Danny: Because they saw the turkey dressing!

Did you know that Moses was the first person to ride a motorcycle? It’s in the Old Testament – ‘the roar of Moses’ triumph could be heard all over Israel.’

Cletus is passing by Billy Bob’s hay barn one day when, through a gap in the door, he sees Billy Bob doing a slow and sensual striptease in front of an old, green, John Deere. Buttocks clenched, Billy Bob performs a slow pirouette and gently slides off first the right strap of his overalls, followed by the left. He then hunches his shoulders forward and in a classic striptease move, he lets his overalls fall down to his hips revealing a torn and frayed plaid shirt.

Grabbing both sides of his shirt he rips it apart to reveal his stained tee shirt underneath. With a final flourish he tears the tee shirt from his body and hurls his baseball cap onto a pile of hay. Having seen enough Cletus rushes in and says, “What the heck are you doing, Billy Bob?” “Jeez, Cletus, ya scared the snot out of me!” exclaims Billy Bob. Then, obviously embarrassed, he says, “Me and the old lady been having trouble lately in the bedroom department, and the therapist suggested I do something sexy to a tractor.”

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“My family told me to stop telling Thanksgiving jokes, but I said I couldn’t quit cold turkey.”

A woman gets on a bus with her baby. The bus driver says, “That’s the ugliest baby that I’ve ever seen. Ugh!” The woman goes to the rear of the bus and sits down, fuming. She says to a man next to her, “The driver just insulted me!” The man says, “You go right up there and tell him off – go ahead, I’ll hold your monkey for you.”

A priest dies and is waiting in line at the Pearly Gates. Ahead of him is a guy who’s dressed in sunglasses, a loud shirt, leather jacket, and jeans. Saint Peter addresses this cool guy, “Who are you, so that I may know whether or not to admit you to the Kingdom of Heaven ?” The guy replies, “I’m Jim, retired Southwest Airline pilot from Houston.” Saint Peter consults his list. He smiles and says to the pilot, “Take this silken robe and golden staff and enter the Kingdom.” So Captain Jim goes into Heaven with his robe and staff. Next, it’s the priest’s turn. He stands erect and booms out, “I am Father Bob, pastor of Saint Mary’s for the last 43 years.” Saint Peter consults his list. He says to the priest, “Take this cotton robe and wooden staff and enter the Kingdom.” “Just a minute,” says the good father. “That man was a pilot and he gets a silken robe and golden staff and I get only cotton and wood. How can this be?” “Up here - we go by results,” says Saint Peter. “When you preached - people slept, when he flew, people prayed.”

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Jax Strong By: Pam Irvin

Warren is the 3 year old son of Sgt. Jordan Warren with the Henderson County Sheriff’s office. Jax was recently diagnosed with an aggressive cancer. Jax Strong is a group that was formed to help raise funds for Jax and his family. He is facing costly treatments and surgeries.

On Saturday, September 26th, the NC Chapter of the United States Jeep Association partnered with Jax Strong to host a “Show and Shine” event in Fletcher, NC. Participants included motorcycles, classic cars and Jeeps.

The community really came together to show support for this little boy.

Several vendors set up to participate, donating portions of their proceeds to the family. Jax and his family were able to be there that day to participate and help judge winners for the auto show.

Jax’s favorite superhero is Batman and guess who showed up? Yes, batman ax

himself made an appearance. Batman rode Jax around in a golf cart so he would be able to see all of the auto show participants and judge his favorite.

There are other events planned in the future to include a softball tournament and a ride for Jax. They also have a website set up, www.WeAreJaxStrong, where events are posted, donations can be made, and they have items for sale. For those of us in the biker family, they are raffling a sweet, 2003 Harley-Davidson Heritage Softail. A link for tickets can be found on the website.

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Home Grown Heroes & Harley-Davidson

An Interview With Stephen Cox Of Cox’s Harley-Davidson By: Lincoln Infield

60 years ago, North Carolina’s longest continuous family owned Harley-Davidson Dealership’s humble beginning was sparked by a motorcycle purchase, knowledge of textile machinery, and some friends who needed a hand repairing their own motorcycle. Recil Cox purchased a Harley-Davidson in the mid 1950’s with the understanding that if he didn’t like it his brother would take it off of his hands for him.

Well, as fate would have it, he decided to keep the bike. “If you had a crystal ball, that decision to keep that motorcycle versus sharing it with his brother or selling it to his brother ultimately catapulted him into the motorcycle industry,” said Stephen Cox, Recil Cox’s Grandson and 3rd Generation GM of Cox’s Harley-Davidson when we got a chance to sit down and talk to him about his family history as an Harley-Davidson Dealer.

Long Time Employees Eddie Berry (L) & Larry Kessler (R) With Stephen Cox (C) Recil had a good understanding of machinery and internal “I believe it was a $50 deposit that he had to make” Stephen combustion engines from working at a local textile mill in said and then added, “So from 1961 to 2000 that’s where we Asheboro, NC, and being the oldest child in a farm family. were”. In the 1970’s Cox’s Harley-Davidson Shop would add “An internal combustion engine was an internal combustion on a show room for the expanding business and even used engine; you didn’t have all the technology that we have today. the basement of the family home to store service motorcycles So, if you could work on manufacturing equipment you could and other inventory. They added on to the building again in work on motorcycles” Stephen explained. “He (Recil) had 1995, before building their current location at 2795 NC-134, a group of friends in the area that were enthusiasts as well, Asheboro, NC in 2000. so the natural progression was for them to bring their motorThe Cox family wasn’t only a successful Harley Dealer, cycles to him to work on,” Stephen Continued. but they also were making a name for themselves on the flat News of Recil’s ability spread and Harley-Davidson District track racing circuit. “Yeah, I’d say they were probably local Representative, Dave Warren, approached Recil on multiple legends” Stephen said with a laugh when talking about his occasions about creating a dealer point in Asheboro, NC. On Grandfather Recil, father “Poochie” and uncle Jerry’s flat track the final occasion Dave Warren presented it to Recil Dave said racing.

“They started racing at a young age, preteens and that that if he built a garage and the dealership didn’t work out, frankly was a passion for them, too. You weren’t going to go at the end of the day he would at least have a garage. Recil out and win part of a million-dollar purse like you see today”. accepted and built a 2-bay garage with a downstairs office “Pawpaw (Recil) was the team owner, he was the crew managbeside his house on Crestview Church road in Asheboro, NC. er, he was the mechanic and it was just a traveling nucleus of those guys”. Unfortunately, Jerry Cox got killed flat track racing in Wilson, NC in October of 1973, but Poochie continued to race until 1976, and continued to be part of the sport after his racing days ended. “As soon as he stopped racing in 1976, he (Poochie) began officiating races” Stephen added. Poochie would continue to officiate motorcycle racing all the way up to 2009, before passing away in 2010.

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staff, some of which have been a part of the Cox’s H-D family for decades. “We do this because of the people that share the passion of motorcycling with us and because the people that work with us. At the end of the day I get to look out there at people like Eddie Berry, who’s been with us since he was twelve and swept floors for my Grandpa Decades and decades of service.” Stephen then relayed a story of his father, Poochie, hiring their current parts manager Larry Kesler in the early 1990’s and mentioned Joy Hicks who has been with the dealership for the past 16 years. Stephen added, “I guess I need to add back up the longevity average in this place. Because

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it’s pretty surprising how well we’ve been able to keep the people that make this place run the way it runs, and that’s the reason we are going into seven decades. It’s because of our team and the people who come through those doors. That’s just all there is to it”. Stephen went on to say that they are currently focusing on the customer experience. The dealership has up’d the customer experience by adding a new patio where riders and enthusiasts can relax and enjoy free draft beer from local Four Saints Brewery, hosting bike nights, adding more TV’s and high-top tables and other furniture making it more than just a motorcycle dealership.

If you are in the market for a new or used Harley-Davidson, you should check out Cox’s Harley-Davidson, North Carolina’s oldest family owned dealership. Or just stop by and hang out, have a cold brew and make yourself at home! Big thanks to Stephen and the Cox’s Harley-Davidson family for their hospitality and taking the time to chat with us. To check out the full interview click on the Video page on our website www.FullThrottleMagazine. com or Scan this QR Code with your Smart Phone Watch The Entire Interview!

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27th Annual Bronson Run Story and photos by Alan Dockery n the first weekend of

fall, riders in the Hickory, NC, area look forward to the Bronson Run. Sign in at John’s Tavern included lots of hand shaking, hugging, and checking out bikes. It’s kinda like an old bikers reunion for some folks.

For 27 years the Hickory Riding Club has held this popular ride to benefit the Carolina Caring Hospice. It’s also a memorial ride for old friends. The back of the T-shirt, some years, lists brothers who ain’t riding with us anymore.

This year, Bronson’s great grandson, Kayden, was listed there.

Doing anything for 27 years is an accomplishment to be proud of. The Bronson Run is usually near the end of September when the weather is great for riding and hanging out with biker buddies. The Hickory Riding Club has an awesome piece of very private property and they welcome folks to camp out the night before the poker run and bring their musical instruments

and join the pickin’ party at the clubhouse. Yes, camping and jamming on the front porch on a Friday night.

Back at the clubhouse, folks made their last dice roll and settled down for a cold drink and food. As usual, Jack cooked up some great dinner. I love grilled chicken. Those stuffed peppers made folks go back for more.

I didn’t count bikes, but the Hickory Riding Club laid out a relaxing ride around the county hitting some of our favorite stops and there were hundreds of folks at the end of the ride.

Bikers were checking out each other’s rides. I saw several old machines that we hadn’t seen out in a while. I thought the coolest was Charlie’s 74 inch Shovelhead FLH. Until Mickey

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rode that Evo Dyna Mountain Bike in. Yes, I ain’t praised many Evo Dynas. Wow I like that machine. It would be fun on some curvy mountain roads I know. I wonder how many times it has been crashed and rebuilt.

And I have to get a little sexist and say the ladies were looking pretty that Saturday. Everybody looked pretty and smiling and happy to be out riding on such a nice day and having fun. Ivy and Peg Leg were wearing the first year Bronson ride shirts.

With beautiful weather, lots of bikers made the Bronson Run this year. Yeah, some drove cages and parked in the big field. It’s good to see so many folks gathered at the clubhouse for BBQ and a whole bunch of door prizes as the day wound down. Burly won the highest dice roll and Rosa had the lowest.

“We raised $9,500 for Hospice today from the dice roll and auction items,” Gonzo said. “Thanks to everyone who helped and those who rode that day. Big thanks to everyone who dug deep to contribute to Carolina Caring Hospice.”

The Hickory Riding Club has a really cool, old fashioned place out of town where bikers can have fun. I am proud of the club and friends who came out to benefit hospice that day.

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Haywood County Back The Blue Rally

By: Pam Irvin

Bleckley is a business owner in Canton, NC who had the idea to organize a “Back the Blue Ride”. This wasn’t like most that have taken place.

Angela and her husband Mark put the word out on Facebook, asking for those who wanted to participate to drop off snacks, drinks and other items to be given to law enforcement. The community participation and the support was truly amazing.

The ride was Sunday, September 20, and consisted of a mixture of bikes, jeeps, classic cars and others who wanted to show their support. Bikes and vehicles were decorated with their Blue Line flags to honor local law enforcement. A total of 58 vehicles participated. The procession was led by the Haywood County Sheriff’s Office. The group gathered in Maggie Valley and the first stop was to the Maggie Valley Police Department. From there the group paraded through Waynesville to the Haywood County Sheriff’s Department and back to the Waynesville Police Department. Time was spent at each location dropping off supplies and allowing participants to show their appreciation to the officers. From the Waynesville Police Department, the group set out to visit the ngela

local NC State Highway Patrol Office.

After visiting with the Troopers on duty, everyone regrouped and was ready for the next destination. From this location, the group was led on a scenic route through the back roads of Haywood County to the final destination at the Canton Police Department. As the group entered the Town of Canton, the Canton PD officers were waiting to escort the procession through downtown and to the department.

The community really came together to show their support for our officers.

The organizers Mark and Angela spoke to the group thanking everyone for their participation. They were amazed at the outpouring of love showed by everyone.

It was amazing to see how they took an idea and organized such a grand event in just a couple of weeks. The only way people knew about it was through social media and word of mouth. It just shows that there are good people still left in this world that are willing to come together and help out when needed.

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Tale Of Two Bridges Tour By: Dirty Dave Baker

Sunday, September 6, 2020 AT 8:30 am in Lexington with a quick meet and prayer for a safe ride. Shortly after the prayer, 35 bikes roared out of that parking lot towards Sanford, NC where a bit of history was going to be investigated by the Freedom Cruisers RC, Chapter 143. The Freedom Cruisers, led by President, Michael “Bone” Rathbone , Vice-President, William “Rubble” Wilson and Secretary, JoAnn “Jo” Cook Wilson , will travel toward Sanford where we will visit Gilliam Mill Bridge. There we will see in person the longest covered bridge in NC. We will have lunch and then travel to the Pisgah Covered Bridge. This is going to be an amazing ride. Both bridges are historical landmarks.

Located off NC-42 about six miles west of Sanford, our first stop is Ole Gilliam Mill Park is a private, non-profit park that is open to the public and is free to visit. The park consists of the mill and bridge with other standing buildings and a pond.

The 140 foot long, red roofed bridge crosses Pocket Creek and is the longest covered bridge in the state. The near-exact replica of the mill runs alongside and across the highway from the bridge which was reconstructed around 2000 on the weekends by local residents. The original mill washed away in a flood in 1928. The bridge is a pedestrian-only crossing and a favorite point to visit with motorcycles. his tale begins on

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We saddled back up and headed out to The Pisgah Covered Bridge in Asheboro for the second stop on our list. The Pisgah Covered Bridge is one of the two remaining original historic covered bridges in the state. Built in 1911 when horse and wagon were common travel and automobiles were virtually unseen at a cost of $40, this bridge is 54 feet in length and crosses the West Fork Branch of the Little River within the Uwharrie National Forest in Randolph County. This bridge was used until the 1950’s when a two lane bridge was built.

The original Pisgah Covered Bridge was washed away in a flood in 2003 but most of the original materials were recovered and community partners came together to rebuild the bridge. This historic landmark has become a favorite to visit with nature trails, picnics tables and lots of exploring.

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The group had a big day. We logged in 286 miles and set foot on two historical landmarks in North Carolina. We turn our sites back home where we say goodbye and look forward to another ride out on another group adventure in our great state. There are lots of awesome sites, landmarks and more roads out there to discover together, we just have to find the bond of the ride with the company of friends.

Congratulations going out to Michael and Lauren O’Rourke as they completed their 3rd ride and got patched into the Freedom Cruisers RC, Chapter 143.

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