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November

Nov. 6 – 4 Annual Motorcycle Swap Meet Peterborough th

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At The Morrow Building, 151 Lansdowne St. West, in Peterborough. 10am to 4 pm. A Fall tradition in Peterborough, Still only $10 Admission, over 100 Vendors, Park and Sell your Bike or become a Vendor and get your Garage cleaned out. For more Information call 705-340-2130 or email ptboswapmeet@hotmail.com or check out their Facebook Page www.facebook.com/ptboswapmeet

Nov. 12th – JB’s Birthday Giveaway at Classy Chassis

1399 8th Line Smith, Lakefield, Come on out for a day of Family Fun and wish Jon a Happy Birthday! For more info visit www.usedhd.ca or call 1-888-292-8305

Nov 19th – Classy Chassis’ Christmas Party

1399 8th Line Smith, Lakefield, 11am – 2pm It’s Christmas Time at Classy Chassis. Come on out for a day of Family Fun. For more info visit www.usedhd.ca or call 1-888-292-8305

Nov. 25th – P.D. Restoration’s

Annual Holiday Open House

4192 Perkins Rd. London, 4pm – 11pm Come on out and enjoy a night on us, Door prizes all night, Free Food and Drinks, Parts suppliers from Parts Canada and Midwest and the Whole Store is on Sale. Please bring along a non

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perishable food item for the London Food Bank. For more details check out www.pdrestoration.ca or 519-652-6200

December

Dec. 1st – Hogtown Cycle’s Ladies Night

On Main St. in Lucan, 6-8pm Watch out...there’s a Ladies Night about...just for the girls...An evening of Shopping, Pampering, Laughs and Fun. Free Gift Wrapping and WE Pay the Tax. For more info www.hogtowncycles.ca

Dec. 3rd - Jacox Harley-Davidson®

Annual Christmas Open House

Featuring our Annual Bury The Bike Kick-Off where all the donations made will go directly towards The Salvation Army/Cookie Challenge. Please visit www.jacoxharley.com for more details or contact our Marketing Manager, Julie Martin at 905-8586763 or at jmartin@jacoxharley.com.

Dec. 8th - Hogtown Cycles Men’s Night

At 164 Main St. in Lucan, 6-8pm There Ain’t No Night Like a Men’s Night... Refreshments, Snacks and Lots of In-Stroe Specials…Free Gift Wrapping and WE Pay the Tax. For more info www.hogtowncycles.ca

Dec. 10th – Clare’s Harley-Davidson®

Holiday Open House

At Clare’s Niagara on the Lake, 590 York Road. All day event with Draws and Door Prizes throughout the day.

Stop in early and have a coffee on us. We will be accepting Non-perishable Food Donations for Pelham Cares. www.claresharleydavidson.com

Dec 15th – Jacox Harley-Davidson® Holiday Customer Appreciation Night

from 6:00-8:00. Please visit www.jacoxharley.com for more details or contact our Marketing Manager, Julie Martin at 905-858-6763 or at jmartin@jacoxharley. com .

Dec 17th - Hogtown Cycles Annual Christmas Open House

At 164 Main St. in Lucan, 10am-3pm,Live Music, Snacks, Refreshments & Door Prizes & In-store Specials. Bring your kids, bring you pets, bring your family....Santa is in the “Hogtown House” – Free Pictures with Santa 12-2pm. Don’t forget a non-perishable food item or unwrapped toy for the Middlesex Food Bank.

For more info www.hogtowncycles.ca

January 2017

Jan. 6th 7th & 8th – 41st Annual North American International Supershow The Big One at The International Centre on Airport Road in Toronto. Friday Noon till 10pm, Saturday 10am till 9pm and Sunday 10am till 5pm.

Canada’s Largest Motorcycle Show, Free Parking.

For more information check out www.motorcyclesupershow.ca or call 1-888-661-SHOW (7469)

February

Feb. 5th - 2nd Annual Motorcycle Swap Meet London

At the I.B.E.W. Union Hall at 6688 Tempo Road, in London. At Col. Talbot Road and the 401. 10am – 4 pm, Admission $10 with lots of Free Parking. Vendor Spaces available. All Makes and Models are Welcome. For more information call 705-321-0334

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Well as Years go, another one is about to bite the Dust.

It has certainly been an even�ul one on The Riders Mag front as well as on a personal level for me.

Just when things were starting to come together for me balancing my full time job driving truck at Canada Cartage (Where I’ve been happily employed for the last 40 some odd years.) with my other full time job of running The Riders Mag and all that is entailed in that.

The difference between the two jobs is that one pays the bills and the other one doesn’t (You can take a wild guess at which one is which.) and I was hoping to keep that going for a few more years and reach a personal goal of hitting the 50 year mark before retiring. Those hopes and dreams came crashing down (Literally and figuratively.) near the beginning of March with a slip and fall on the ice in front of the UPS office where I had stopped to pick up my mail.

I have been in pain and discomfort ever since and have been unable to work for Canada Cartage since that fateful night as my shoulder no longer functions the way it should and my range of motion has been greatly reduced. It now looks like a shoulder replacement is imminent and my retirement may be a whole lot closer than I had anticipated or needed unless they can find me a job within their system that I can do. I am certainly capable of doing many things within a trucking company that don`t require me to drive a tractor trailer but the reality is that they have many up and coming, eager much younger people with long careers ahead of them who they would prefer to fill those spots rather than an old guy with one foot out the door.

I never planned for retirement, as until recently, I thought that it was just a dirty word that applied to old people and quite frankly I never expected to live this long! Now I have to face the bitter truth that I am old and that my life has taken an unexpected fork in the road and I now have to discover where it goes and what adventures lay in store for me as I travel down that road. I`m positive though that it will be an adventure.

Speaking of adventures, I`ll give a shout out to my buddy Murph and the fabulous Barberella who were involved in a head on collision recently that left them with a written off vehicle and significant bodily injuries that will require surgery and all the stuff that comes with it. I wish you both a speedy and complete recovery and give me a call if you need anything.

It has however, been a good year, weather wise, at least in this part of the World and I enjoyed a good

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riding season although it was all done on the Trike and I had to limit myself to fairly short trips as the shoulder would make longer ones unbearable and then the Black Bitch 2 served me well for the rest. And we got it done!

Speaking of the Trike, my buddy Dave Lyons, the Upholsterer who did such an incredible job on the Tonneau-cover worked his magic once again in the construction of a box to fit behind me to hold my hat, camera and other smaller items and will serve also as a passenger seat and is in keeping with the existing theme of the Trike. He is a very talented man who can do very creative custom work on motorcycles, cars, trucks and boats!

We have a couple of other minor things to do her and she will be ready for the upcoming Show season starting with The Supershow Jan 6th through Jan. 8th at The International Centre on Airport Rd. in Toronto.

Petoonia is still sitting waiting for us to give her the Spa treatment and make-over that she was promised last year.

There are a couple of events coming up in the next while that a lot of people have been looking forward to such as The Peterborough Swap Meet that has been an enormous success and has grown in leaps and bounds since it was started three years ago and this year promises to be bigger and better and it will take place on November 4th at the same location 151 Lansdowne St. W. with over 100 vendors. Come early and don`t forget your wallet! See you there.

Arizona Adventures On another note my Buddy, Hankster of Boothill Hearse fame has started a new venture that is almost ready to go.

He is building what will be a fantastic bed and breakfast

spot down in Tucson Arizona called The Arizona Outback Inn, where he can host bikers from all over and offer Great Motorcycle Tours through some of the best riding roads the country has to offer of any length or duration to fits your fancy, your budget and the time you have to do it in.

Anybody who has ever had the pleasure of meeting and dealing with Hank knows that he has the resolve and ability to do whatever he does first class. He won’t settle for less than the best and he doesn’t expect his clients to lower their standards either.

He can also arrange for safe, reliable and insured transport of your motorcycle to and from your door through Roger Babineau of JCR 2 Wheel Tours - 905-955-1203 or email rogerbabineau@rogers.com. So if you are looking to escape the joy that is our Canadian Winter and want to change things up from other warm spots like Florida, take a look to the West or simply give Hank a call and he can arrange it all for you. I think you will find that it is better than an alternative but a spot where you will want to come back to time and time again.

His place in Tucson is a great location to serve as a hub for unlimited variations of tours to as many interesting locations as you want or can fit into your itinerary. Hank knows the roads and the best spots to stop enroute to the many famed and historic spots and places of interest that are a just short scenic ride away. You tell him where you would like to go and he will make it happen.

If you prefer to go to through the desert into Las Vegas, or take the windy twisty route up into Tombstone, or head to Phoenix, The Grand Canyon, Nogales or El Paso, they are just a short ride away and it can happen.

You long to venture further out to the West coast to do a little whale watching or to San Diego, Las Angeles, Carmel by the Sea, Hankster can not only make it happen and show you the high spots and the history along the way, he will get you there and back and give you a truly memorable experience topped off with a great comfortable spot where you can kick back and enjoy some warm hospitality with that distinctive “Canadian” touch when you return. You can take the Canadian out of Canada but you can’t take the Canadian out of the Canadian!

You say a trip up the Pacific Coast into San Francisco is more to your liking. Hank can get you there and look after all the arrangements for accommodations and the like for the whole trip. The choice is yours!

If you prefer to venture out on your own to explore the region, that is fine as well and Hank can supply you with whatever maps, contacts and advice that you need to give you a safe and enjoyable adventure and you still have a great spot to come back to and like-minded, hospitable people to share your experiences and adventures with at the end of your trip.

I`ve always questioned as to why you should just settle for just a life, when you can have an adventure and this sounds like an amazing adventure to me. I plan to go down and check it out just as soon as I can make the

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necessary arrangements.

Your dream riding vacation is only a phone call or e mail away. Give Hank a call at 519-732-7955 or email azhappy026@gmail.com .

Cannonball Rides 2017 We got a call from David Purdy who has been organizing and running events called Cannonball Rides right across the Country that have been garnering a great deal of attention and interest with riders these days and are rapidly picking up momentum along with supporters. There is no registration cost and there are some great prizes to be won.

The Cannonball Rides are a series of rides that leave simultaneously from across the Country where you can customize your particular ride and choose your starting point and length of your individual ride.

Multiple rides in every province across Canada - Shot gun start! Cannonball Rides offer spring and fall rides only at this time. The spring rides consist of hard-core 500 mile in 12 hours, 1000 mile in 36 hours, and a new for 2017 ride being 2500 miles in 5 days! Now the fall rides where safety is first consideration and light is short, and critters are out :) change up to become 500 km in 8 hours, 1000 km in 32 hours and another new ride being 2500 km in 5 days. Obviously the longer rides become overnight adventures which are very well received by the long distant crowds. Here is the critical part, you must finish at the spot where you started and do it within the given time frame. Sounds simple enough, NOT - These rides will put you and your iron to the test!

There are no restrictions as to make, model, size or style of motorcycle that you want to run and they are completely open as to either gender or age (No Minors however.). In fact one gentleman proudly did his 1000 km run on a scooter as that was his everyday ride. You don’t need to have an expensive touring model to do these rides, but I am sure it would make the journey a little less taxing on the backside if you know what I mean :) The rides are not easy and do require great stamina to complete.

You should also be aware of the riding gear that you are planning to wear and carry with you as you have to be prepared for any eventuality such as changes in weather and mechanical problems along the way. These are timed, hard-core rides, meant to test your abilities and take your riding experience and knowledge to the next level. They will tax your energy and your skills, as they can and do take you off the beaten path and onto the paved, secondary back-roads with the twisty turns and the switchbacks that are exhilarating and challenging and will provide you with real riding stories to tell when you gather with fellow riders that from that point on that don’t revolve around the best area donuts shops. You might even be the catalyst that spurs on others to take a shot at the next Ride. Real question is - Do YOU have what it takes?

David has gotten many new sponsors on board now and continues to get more support in all areas of the Country who are providing some fantastic prizes.

Last ride Joe Rocket gave away 21 jacket and glove combos! Serious armor.

They really sound exciting and I may give it a shot myself at some point next year if I can free up the time and my health is good. Check out the Website at www.cannonballrides.ca - The rides are FREE! Classy Chassis Swap Meet 2016 It was a great looking morning as Dangerous Doug and I headed off to check out this year’s running of this extremely popular annual event. We took my truck as we were both in the market for some items and it is better to have too much vehicle and not need it than to need a larger vehicle and not have it and you never know what you will find at these events.

As expected we rolled in to find the huge parking lot full, as Classy Chassis` events always draw good attendance. There were plenty of

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bikes out as well.

This was our first time attending this event but I have to say it was well worth the drive as there was tons of stuff here and lots of people I knew. So between scavenging through tons of parts and visiting along the way I was far from being bored. The ever Classy, Charlene came over to say hi as did sales Manager Josh and many of the staff and they made us feel incredibly welcome. It was great to see Bob and Caroline Neveau out at their booth that was jammed with parts.

As with all events that they hold here, admission is free.

John and the whole crew from Classy Chassis know that these events are as much about socializing as they are for the buying and selling of parts and provide plenty of places to sit in comfort and enjoy the comradery of other likeminded people who make up the Motorcycle Community in this area. It is always very relaxed atmosphere here and they treat everybody very well and some come from great distances to be here and be part of it all.

They had the barbecues going full tilt and they were serving up some pretty tasty burgers and such to the hungry crowd all for a donation of which all proceeds were going to the Trenton Military Family Resource Centre that assist the families of our deployed troops, troops returning from deployment and assist in the adjustments necessary to acclimate troops back into society and resume a normal lifestyle after deployment. John was kind enough to put a donation in the jar for me to grab one of those great burgers.

We worked our way through the large array of parts and did manage to come away with some good stuff, said our goodbyes and meandered back towards home, satisfied that we had another good day with some really great people and picked up some deals to boot!

Recycled Gear I had heard about this shop and with being right in the area anyway, stopped in to check it out. There was a Honda fairing stuck atop of the Marquis at the end of the parking lot by the road so that was a tip off that there would more than likely, be motorcycle parts inside We walked into the well-lit showroom that was full of a large variety of items ranging from motorcycle clothing, t shirts and assorted parts and chrome accessories, guitars, calendars, collector items and other used items.

Owner Steve Macsuga emerged from one of the adjoining showrooms where he had been tending to his stock and I introduced myself.

He said he knew of the Mag and was very interested in carrying it in the store.

We talked awhile and he gave us a tour of the place leading us from showroom to showroom while explaining that he mainly buys and sells motorcycle parts and clothing, taking in some consignment items as well.

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cided that he would advertise.

So if you have riding gear, which has shrunk to the point where it no longer fits or has been left behind by someone or you are looking to unload those motorcycle parts that have been collecting dust or cluttering up your shop or you`re looking to buy some good used stuff. Give Steve a call 705-320-7777 or drop by his store in Lindsay. Check out his ad in this issue of The Mag! Jacox Test our Metal and Open House

The walls are lined with shelves packed with used parts and accessories for both motorcycles and snowmobiles and ATV’s, helmets, hats, gloves and just about anything else you could mention. Guitars and sound equipment also had a place in this extremely interesting shop.

It is the kind of place where you just wander through and marvel at the quantity and the variety of the stock that it contains.

Steve is a pleasant individual who has been in business in Town here for the past three years and is always on the hunt for more items. He gets these items from people who have outgrown or no longer need them. There are all kinds of stories behind some of the merchandise that ends up in his store. Couples split up and one of the split parties leaves his or her gear riding behind, they can bring it here.

He felt that the Mag was a good fit for his shop and de-

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It was a rainy morning in some parts of the province while in others it was nice, Jacox unfortunately was in the wet zone so I already knew that the Test our Metal portion of the day would be cancelled but the open house would still be going on as planned.

I drove on down to Jacox H-D’s great store to check it out and get to see those great new 2017 models that I’d been hearing so much about up close and personal.

I pulled into a parking lot that was pretty much filled with mostly with four wheeled vehicles although a few hearty souls rode their bikes and they proudly parked them right out front.

The band “The Roaming Coyotes” played on from under a canopy and there was a food truck serving up some great food to those determined not to let a little rain interfere with a great time as there was a shelter set up for them from where they could take in the festivities.

I managed to track down the lovely Julie Martin, which is a job in itself as the lady is very high energy and is absolutely everywhere!

I did get to check out those New 2017

Harley-DavidsonÂŽ models and get into some discussion about them and gained some real insight into what they are all about. I understand that while the new motors are causing quite stir, they are only part of the story as the factory has changed up many other things like suspension and braking and so much more and has taken comfort, safety and handling to new levels. Harley- DavidsonÂŽ needed to shake things up and I believe that they have done so. I wish I could have actually tried one out but that will have to wait for another day.

It was another incredible afternoon spent with people who are sincere in their efforts to serve their customers and be an intricate part of the motorcycle community.

Thanks guys it was an enjoyable and informative afternoon.

Aces and Eights - Tour for Kids 2016

I rode out to The Aces and Eights always well maintained property in Pickering on a glorious sunny day under cloudless skies and made my way down the long tree lined driveway that leads to their fantastic Clubhouse and party area to see that a very large stage had been constructed.

These guys really go all out!

I parked the Trike among the many motorcycles that lined both sides of the driveway and made my way into the Clubhouse.

I was running a bit late and things were already pretty much in full swing.

There was already a good sized gathering and people were milling around the vendors tables or just hanging out at the picnic tables enjoying each other’s company, a cold beverage and partaking in some of the great food items coming off of the barbecue. They had lots of shelters set up so that their many guests could find some shade if they wanted it.

I made my way around the property to talk to the many friends and acquaintances that were gathered there, then I found myself a cold beer and sat and talked awhile to always interesting, Birdman and the lovely Sophie. She

seems to be everywhere these days showing off her brand new Harley. Bird was still perplexed about whatever kind of animal had gotten into his eagles compound and killed them.

This is a really great event, that this club does each year and it is a cause that these men and women take seriously. They raise funds to send children who are suffering from cancer to summer camp and to allow them some pleasurable time and some relief.

There are posters hung up around the property and in the clubhouse that contain pictures of the kids afflicted with this dreaded disease along with a story about that child and the impact cancer has had on their lives. I wandered through reading as many as I could and it is heart wrenching.

The future is bleak for many those on these posters but they all have something in common, other than the disease, they are all determined to keep fighting and to live

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for their first set and absolutely wowed the crowd whose numbers had now really swelled as many new arrivals had joined the festivities. A number of members of The Queensmen MC from Windsor who make this event an annual visit had just rolled in too. It was great to see Guardrail out and about and he is looking great!

The Aces and Eights MC are well respected in the Motorcycle Community and subsequently get great support from other MC’s from around the province such as The Chosen Few MC, The Renegades MC, The Brotherhood MC, Baachus MC and many other Clubs who had come out to support this Club and the event while I was there and there would be more as the day progressed.

To no one’s great surprize, I announced that I still had other places to go to yet today and had to leave so I made my rounds to say my goodbyes and wandered off to get on with the rest of my appointed rounds leaving this

what time they have to the fullest and the members and supporters of the Aces and Eights MC are determined to let as many as they can do just that.

There was an amazing band called “Miss Demeanor” which is a real high energy group featuring an incredible mother/ daughter team of singers who do a fantastic job covering a wide range of musical styles and genres.

They donated their time and talent to make this event really rock and they succeeded! They came on

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amazing group of people to party into the night.

Hoss later informed me that the Club was presented with a framed certificate of appreciation and a framed event t shirt by the charity. He sent me some pictures to go along with my piece on the event.

Thanks guys and gals for your hospitality and being the stand-up bunch that you are! See you next year!

Daytona Powersports – Barbecue I swung by their great store and shop on Steeles Ave. to check out the Barbecue that they put on the

first Sunday of each month for their customers and those who just want to stop by. They also do an impromptu Show and Shine.

I parked the Trike and wandered over to the barbecue area that was set up at the edge of the parking lot across from the store and found Dan and Bill serving some great burgers to their many hungry guests.

Bill took time to step away from the barbecue to give me the grand tour of the store and back into the shop area pointing out all the great things that they had going on along the way.

They have a lot of great specials on all kinds of gear and are gaining lots of new customers and earning a solid reputation within the Motorcycle Community with reliable quality workmanship.

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I stayed for a burger and engaged in some chatter with some of their customers before heading off to get a couple more stops in to complete my day.

TombStones - Bolton Grand Opening

Anyone who has been one of TombStones Motorcycles should know this by now, but for those who don’t and anyone looking for a great mechanic; they have moved and are now bigger and be�er able to serve you.

Josh’s knowledge, honesty, integrity and astounding mechanical abilities combined with great attitude and incredible People Skills had served him well in building a great business at his shop down in Richmond Hill. While lots of business is a good thing and a problem that most businesses would like to have, the volume of business that was coming through the doors was now overwhelming the size of the shop. It apparent that it was time to move and the search was on.

When Josh and Maggie saw the property and

the house that was complete with an existing automotive shop they knew it was tailor-made to suit their needs and was indeed the right place at the right time and made the move.

I rode out to check it out and I could instantly see what drew them to it. A nice quiet country setting nestled a good distance back from the paved road sits a great looking house with a very spacious well-lit shop. New roadside signage for the end of the driveway is in the works.

I was the first one there and Josh gave me a quick one on one, tour of the place and I was very impressed and could see the place meeting Josh’s needs now and for some time to come. It has a comfortable customer waiting area with a window into the shop so they can see what is happening to their bike without getting underfoot.

The shop area itself is massive and can easily handle large numbers of motorcycles and still have lots of room to work. There is also room for larger pieces of equipment and could easily accommodate a future machining area.

Josh tells me that many of his customers have already followed him there and that prospects are good that he can attract even more now.

It was about then that people started to arrive. Some were current customers and others were drawn in by the fact that they saw the announcement in The Mag about a new wrench coming to their neighbourhood and wanted to check it out. The long driveway was starting to fill with motorcycles and people and both Josh and Maggie were busy meeting and greeting and showing off their great new location and as I had other places to go today I wandered off.

So TombStones Cycle has found a new home at 7848 Castlederg Side Road in Caledon. It is a great locale that will suit their needs now and for the future. The move is really going to cut down his commute to work as well.

Stop in and check them out.

The Iron Cowgirlz 2nd Annual Ride for Miss Dazzles

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I had a great time last year roaming around the North Country with a whole pack of great Ladies and thought it would be a good idea to do it again.

This year the Cowgirlz had changed things up and started the ride from Thurst T`s up in

Collingwood. So I pointed the Trike’s front Wheel to the North West and headed on up. The weather was a tad cool but it would soon warm up and be an amazing day.

I got away a little later than I had planned as I thought that I could take care of just a couple of things in the office before I left, and a couple of things turned into a few things and then just a few more and I`d just answer just this one e mail…..I think you`ve probably picked up the tune by now but the chorus is “I`m Late Damn it! I`m Late! Will I never learn?”

So now I`m pushing the speed limits a tad hoping that the usual speed traps aren`t there and keeping an eye on the time. I was close and hoping that there was a delay in the start of the ride as I had no clue as to the route they were taking.

I roared into the parking lot and to my relief I found that they were all still there. I then recalled last year and remembered who was leading the Ride. Marcy, the Girl for whom the starting time is more of a suggestion than an actual start time.

This was good because I wanted to get in and check out Paul and Wendy`s new shop as I hadn`t been up since they moved.

I wandered in and was immediately impressed with the place which was far nicer than the other shop and far more spacious. I couldn`t miss Wendy`s radiant smile beaming from behind the counter and she came out to greet me and gave me a tour of the place. As I said, I was very impressed! Someone has a keen eye and a flair for decorating as the place looks Fantastic!

Paul came back from a test ride and I was able to talk to him briefly before we all saddled up and got ready to roll, that was until Marcy tried to start her bike. Tried is the operative word as it was a no go. A well-intentioned and very optimistic bunch of guys then tried to push her

around the lot and down the laneway in a futile attempt to jump start it. I knew my physical limitations and didn`t join in and just waited for them all to come back wheezing and sweating and looking somewhat defeated and still pushing the lifeless motorcycle.

Paul brought out some tools and stuff and soon had it running and off we went.

From my position in the pack I could hear someone’s motorcycle backfiring badly and consistently and the sound was coming from the front of the pack and then I noticed that we were being rerouted back towards Thurst T`s.

Sure enough Marcy`s bike was still giving her grief and she pulled back into the parking lot with us in tow and coasted up to the door.

She had intended to just leave her bike with Paul and we would continue on the ride with her on the back

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ride. Not so fast that you couldn`t take in the scenery but not so slow that you were always on and off the brakes. They put a lot of time and effort into the planning of the route as well, as it was set up with a good variety of roads through Beaver Valley where it can be breath-taking at times and boredom just isn`t going to happen! As these Girlz don`t do boring!

This isn`t a poker run! It is just a ride from start to finish with a couple of stops just for gas along the way.

I had spotted a lady on a Harley Trike at the very start of the ride and I got to talk to her at the fuel stops and at the end of the ride when we got to settle in with something to eat and a couple of beers. Her name is Sue and we were soon joined by another gentleman by the name of John Ball wearing a Legionarios Patch from Mexico, who, I noticed was riding a side car.

We started talking and after hearing their stories my aches and pains seemed insignificant and weren`t worth

of someone`s bike. After a brief consult with Paul she emerged on one of Paul`s bikes that he would loan her to complete the ride. Paul is a Class Act all the way and that is just one of the many reasons that he has survived and thrived in this business all these years with a well-earned solid reputation still intact!

So off we went on a great ride through some of the most spectacular scenery imaginable. As was evident last year these Cowgirlz are not just for show. They can and do ride and they maintained a nice solid pace throughout the

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even mentioning.

Sue had been involved in a motorcycle accident several years ago wherein a lady in a car, “on a cell phone,� hit her breaking (I hope I get all of this right.) her legs, back, both arms, both legs, her pelvis and a whole bunch of other stuff (All of it made me queasy!) and I was just floored by it all. I stood there slack jawed, listening to all she went through and all she is still going through!

Basically her life from that point on has been a neverending series of operations and physio sessions as they try to rebuild her, sometimes getting procedures done that have never been done before and using materials that have never been used before like her Titanium pelvis.

Some things worked for a time then fell apart putting her back on the operating table. She has been sort of like a human Guinea pig for them to experiment on.

The insurance company had written her off and she was told that she would never walk again. They obviously didn`t know Sue very well as she was determined to prove them wrong. They probably would never even dream that she would ever ride again either!

A trip with friends to a Harley dealer to check out the new models proved the neigh Sayers and skeptics wrong once again. Sue spotted the Trike on the showroom floor and announced that if she could get on it, she was buying it! That`s the Trike that she was riding when I met her and she handles it like a champion and she didn`t buy it as a decoration or to collect dust in a garage either. She rides

the wheels off the thing!

I was dumbfounded (For want of a better word)!

Then John, the gentleman with the sidecar who had been listening intently to her as she talked started to speak.

He also was involved in a motorcycle accident, he was hit by a tractor trailer down in Mexico. He then he started to list his injuries and the struggle he had to get put back together properly. I`ll just list a few of the injuries he suffered as it is difficult to type while squirming around in my seat.

His one leg was pushed back to the point where his foot was where his knee should be and the thighbone was pushed through his buttock, his back and a whole lot of other things were broken or severely damaged. As you can imagine, he has also been going through a long and excruciating recovery and reconstruction period ever since.

They are both a work in progress and could relate to each other’s issues and concerns, mostly where Doctors and the state of Healthcare in this Province are concerned.

But they are both still riding and smiling and I know they are hurting all the while. But as they say; you gotta do what you gotta do and if you are a rider………you ride, come Hell or High water! I hope to be able to give updates on the progress of these two stalwart, resilient, incredibly stubborn and very determined individuals as I hope both of them will keep in touch with me through the Mag by phone or by e mail. Maybe they should be wearing an under construction patch or perhaps, under reconstruction would be more appropriate?

The ride ended at a great little bar called the Mill House Pub that had an amazing patio and incredible food right in beautiful downtown Creemore.

The Cowgirlz had a great tribute to Ms. Dazzle who ran a safe house for women and their children who had to escape domestic abuse up in the Sundridge area for over 30 years. This is why they are working with and trying to raise awareness and funding for Esprit Place who are carrying on with the same kind of work today that the Dazzling Ms. Debbie did on her own all those years ago. They had door prizes and a lot of stuff going on but it was time for me to make my exit and head for home.

It was an incredible day from start to finish and The Iron Cowgirlz were more than happy with the turnout and results, as were the ladies from Esprit Place. An update on Marcy`s bike is that Thurst T had it all fixed by Monday afternoon and it turned out to be a stator.

Thanks Ladies….see you next year!

The Swordsmen MC – Magic Fall Crawl Poker Run I used to cover the Fall Crawls and the Spring Flings that Kenny Kerr (Magic) ran right up until his death and always had a great time. I used to stop by his shop to deliver the Mags and spend hours just talking and solving the World’s problems. He had lots of stories. I enjoyed those times and miss them and him.

I knew that The Swordsmen MC had been doing a memorial Ride for the past few years but it was an invitation only event and I

had yet to be invited. I was extremely pleased when I received my invitation to go on this Year’s Fall Crawl/Magic Memorial Ride and was looking forward to attending.

I have known several of The Swordsmen Members for a number of years but knew little of the Club as a whole and when I awoke that morning to what was a cold, rainy, miserable looking day and wasn’t sure if there would be a ride or not. There was no rain date listed and I had no contact numbers, so I got cleaned up, dressed, loaded my gear on The Trike and headed on over to their Clubhouse. The rain had stopped but I knew that wouldn’t last.

As I pulled down the driveway I was happy to see a good number of motorcycles lined up along the side and people milling around drinking coffee and socializing. They waved me through to a spot just outside the door and President “White Boy” and a few of the members came over and gave me a warm welcome. I was happy to hear that the ride was a go “Rain or Shine” but they were still waiting for a few more riders.

I grabbed my camera and moved off towards the club-

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imagination and creativity that had gone into the room. It was pretty damned classy to say the least! There were lots of tributes to “Magic” in the way of pictures, memorabilia and original artwork that came from Kenny’s old Shop; “Magic Motorcycles” and personal collections.

Ian had brought in Kenny’s framed Certificate of membership in “The Lancers MC” from back in the ‘60’s that would find a place of honour on the wall. I have a t shirt in my collection from the first Spring Fling.

As I said the décor showed real imagination and creativity in that chandeliers had been custom made from Jack Daniels bottles and there were many other

house a spotted many familiar faces, Ian and Slick Rick and several other members of The Chosen Few MC were there.

Both Ian and Rick were regulars on all of Magic’s Rides and good friends of Kenny for years and it was good to see them out today. We talked awhile before I wandered off through the crowd making the acquaintance with those I didn’t know and talking with each as I went. The Trike had caught the attention of several of the guys and they had a lot of questions about it which I happily fielded.

I went inside the CH to register for the ride, pick my first card (a 9 of hearts) and grab a coffee and had a chance to look around, I was quite taken by the work,

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custom made items that gave the place a unique look and a very comfortable feel. I really liked the Knight in armour that stood guard in one corner. The place had character and charm.

One item that caught my attention was the Club’s “High Miler Trophy” that was all custom fabricated out of a bunch of different items, like a speedometer and other motorcycle bits and pieces (Some of which came from White Boys wrecked bike that he had used to hunt a deer with this past spring.) a Jack Daniel’s Tin and a skull, and this is presented each year, to the member who had racked up the most miles on his motorcycle each year. This year’s recipient was Jimmy and was presented to him later in the day.

I was happy to see that one of Kenny’s daughters; Melisa had come out and was also going on the ride. Kenny’s other daughter, Chelsea couldn’t make it this year due to communication problems. Both girls were very special to Kenny and they had accompanied him on all these rides over the years.

With the arrival of the last of the riders that were going on the run we readied ourselves for departure on what was to be one of the most organized Poker Runs I have ever been on from start to finish (and I have been on a lot of them over the years). We were all assigned a place in the pack and you stay in that order the entire ride. Each stop on the route was planned out so that the entire pack could stay in order and it worked! The only ones who would break formation were the Blockers who did a fantastic job throughout the whole ride. It was pointed out to us that this run was made up of some of the traditional stops that Magic had used while others,

were The Swordsmen MC refinements.

As we filed out, the rain started and stayed with us all the way to our first destination in Cookstown where we took a short break to shake off some of the wet and draw our next card. This time I drew a Jack of Hearts.

The rain had stopped, for the time being at least, but I noticed that no one was terribly optimistic as the raingear was wisely kept on as we headed out for our next stop at Champ’s up in Shelburne. There we had lunch and drew another card (I drew another Jack. This time a diamond.) Then we saddled up and headed off through some really great roads that would eventually lead us to Jenny’s Leather in Orangeville. The rain persisted throughout that entire leg and got quite heavy at times. Now I will point out that I get nervous at times when riding in a pack with people I have not ridden with before particularly in foul weather, but not with this crew. After the first leg, I felt fairly comfortable, and after the second leg I was at ease and was only watching what I was doing.

That is a testament to the quality and experience of the riders that were on this run. There is no substitute for experience and common sense, both were in abundance on this run today. The Club set a good pace that suited the conditions and I’m sure that everyone appreciated it!

Jenny is always a treat and this was always a stop on all of Magic’s rides and she made everyone feel comfortable. She always has some really great stuff and unique items in her store. The card I drew this time was a 9 of hearts.

Wow! Two pair! Not too bad but then I never win at these things!

I had to break away from the group at this point as I would have to stop at home and switch the Trike for The Black Bitch 2 (My F150) as I had another function to attend after this. I explained that I would get pictures of the pack’s departure, stop at home and then head back to the CH for the wrap up and presentations.

I did the switch and arrived back at the Clubhouse and everyone was now kicked back, enjoying each other’s company and celebrating the fact that the rain had finally stopped. The barbecue was going full tilt and the aromatic smoke wafted through the air setting everybody’s taste buds on alert! I wandered through the crowd and one of the riders came up and proudly held out his card proclaiming that it was the winning hand. Wow! Two pair Kings and Jacks, Queen high. I took a picture of it. “That should do it!” I told him. “Beats certainly beats my Jacks and Nines!”

But I still had to draw my last card and I strolled up to the table and cut the cards drawing out the last addition to my hand. This time it was a 9 of Diamonds. Wow! A full house that is the best I have ever done!

I grabbed a beer and wandered around until they announced that they were about to do the award presentations I picked a spot at a table from where I could get shots of the winners.

First up there was a plaque for “Honoured Guest” and they called my name! Wow! That was an unexpected surprise and an honour! I was thrilled to say the least!

Next up was the Clubs choice for the “Best Bike” on the Ride. They called my name again! Now I was even more thrilled and honoured as I picked up my second plaque!

Now it was time to announce the Winner of The Magic Hand and once again my name was called and I was flabbergasted! Now I was really thrilled and was blushing and speechless when Wayne presented me with my plaque and

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the cash prize! Wow! The burger and beer tasted even better now!

What a great day with some great people!

Thanks! I hope you invite me back next year!

The Ravens MC –Pig Roast and Fundraiser

I stopped in in Sharon at Ray and Taryn’s place, just up the road to check out the event but knew I wouldn’t be staying long as I was pretty much worn out from the long Poker run mostly through rain earlier in the day. Besides, our Managing Editor Al was there and had things well in hand and was enjoying himself immensely!

The Ravens had called in some assistance from their sister club Mens Ruin MC from Manitoba to help them host the party and of course get some shopping done while they were here.

They had plenty of games and shelter from the occasional periods of rain that in no way dampened the spirits of the attendees. There was also tons of food and they were just about to carve the roast pig that had been masterfully tended to throughout the day by Simon Peter and his wonderful wife Katie who had come in from Winnipeg to do the honours.

I did wander around awhile longer and visited with

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many friends and acquaintances who were also in attendance before making my way home leaving Al to party hearty long into the night with this great bunch of folks who came out to support this great cause and enjoy some good food and fantastic company.

Thanks to The Ravens MC, Mens Ruin MC and all their Volunteers for a Great Feast and Great Party. Lets hope this becomes an Annual event.

PD Restoration November/December Shop of the Month Shoot We had discussed this doing this feature with Phil and Krystle back at the beginning of the year but the 1942 BSA WM20 that they were restoring was still a work in progress and they were waiting for parts and they’re still waiting for some to arrive in order to complete the project. There was enough completed to get the shoot done from one side of the bike only.

Phil and Krystle had made the arrangements with the ever-wonderful Heather Ireland do be the Model for the shoot. All I had to do was show up with my gear and we could make it happen.

We had figured from the outset of this project that with having the military bike it would fit well with the Month of November and Remembrance Day so Heather would be dressed in Camo attire and Al would use his Photoshop skills to put in a suitable background (We chose the Vimy Ridge War Monument) and we would be good to go.

I have a real authentic looking Thompson Machine gun replica that I figured might make a good, accurate to that time period (except as Phil pointed out I should have had the drum magazine.) prop, and threw it into the back of The Black Bitch 2 along with my camera equipment. It was under the seat and I thought no more about it.

I decided that the truck was too dirty to take to London and properly represent the Riders Mag so I stopped at the local car wash to make her un-dirty. This is a great car wash and they are very thorough and always do a fantastic job (All of the girls are incredibly cute to boot!) and although I told the

guy that the back seat area was full of crap and not to worry about it, they cleaned in there anyway.

Well I guess they got a shock when they spotted the machine gun. I imagine that they had to check it out and have some fun with it, probably some pictures taken with it and whatever but I know that it had been handled and moved and was wondering why it took a lot longer than usual for the truck to move through the wash than usual. I’m just glad they didn’t call the cops in as that would have really put me behind schedule.

Anyhow, I got to London on time as did Heather, along with a big bag full of clothes, boots and shoes and other wardrobe items which she changed into and we got to work.

Krystle and Phil are amazing people and their new technician, Keith was more than helpful. We moved from bike to bike ou�it to ou�it and got the shoot done in good time!

I even got the downright pretty but equally shy and self-conscious Krystle to pose on a bike for me. ability to effortlessly give you so many different looks and transWhat is great about working with Heather is her form from Vixen to Tomboy to a Seductive Temptress, and create all kinds of different moods from playful to sexy, happy to Bitch, on request with just a change of clothes, expression or toss of the hair. Then when it is all over she goes back to being just Heather; “Road Queen”, Tow truck fleet owner/operator, and “Ditch Witch”, Home renovation specialist and just a nice person to hang out with.

I hoping that she will add “Riders Mag Representative” to her long list of credentials.

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NOV. DEC. REPORT As I said at the end of my last article, the Boss and I headed out to Shediac for the “SHEDIAC BIKE RALLY”. We decided to stay at a resort just out of town called “Village Scandinave Lodge & Spa”. It turned out to be about 10 minutes from the bike venue and a great place to stay if you’re headed to the Maritimes, especially for this event.

It’s set up with 16 log cabin style rooms, complete with kitchen, living area, dining table, large bedroom and washroom, Plus there is a large 8 person hot tub, sauna, massage room and yoga room (the later I passed on, as the Boss said I don’t look good in spandex.) It seems I wasn’t the only biker to find this great place, as the pics display, most of the parking was taken up by riders.

We just did a short ride down the main drag of the venue on Friday night and the place was rockin! Several bands were blaring all along the bike lined road and everybody was in “party mode”. We opted to head back to the resort and relax my old bones and ready myself for Saturday’s venue at the event.

Sat. brought again another sunny warm day as we rode into Shediac’s Main Street which was now closed to all 4 wheelers. It was in a flashback of Dover in my mind as we travelled down the main drag, finding a spot for the “couch” at the end of the street.

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Loading up the camera and Mags we headed out on our quest, taking in all of the beautiful bikes and people along the way, scoping out all of the watering stops to quench my ever increasing thirst. Camera flashing, we were able to make our way all the way to the other end of the venue, stopping several times for chat and refreshments (still can’t find an “export” in N.B.) While we were cruzin’ the bling, leather and multitudes of biker related stuff section located near the centre of town I noticed a vest bearing a Canadian Vet patch, (most important) and a string of Dover Fri.13th patches.

Being a promoter of both, I approached the “Little Guy” to question the “Port Dover” crests. As it turned out, Keith Bown and his wife Karen Stewart who had been stationed at Camp Borden for several years, had now transferred to Halifax.

Thus shortening his ride to major events on the east coast. Great couple and I personally thanked him for protecting our freedom! Safe riding my brother.

All in all this is a great venue and could in future be a competitor with Dover 13 for the best destination for Bikers (sorry Pt. Dover!) Hope to see all of my old friends and new friends at next year’s event, check it out on the ‘net. A great bunch of people and a very well organized event. Congratulations to the organizers and Shediac itself for putting up with ‘us’. Also thank you for the great seafood!

Then, it was homeward bound on Sunday. Not listening to the ‘bitch’ on my GPS I took a ride north on Hwy 11, cutting off from my H.A. bros. at Rexton and took Hwy 116 toward the 126 (my road home). Along the 116 a few miles past Bass river I saw a small sign “Danny’s Bar and Grill”. Being not one to pass a bar, we pulled in. Over a few beers, we checked out the place. It’s a small bar with a big heart, owning a

large chunk of realty in the back, complete with a covered stage and fire pit. Personally I think this would be a great location for a bike run stop, finish or show & shine weekend! I have not confirmed this with the owners but I’m sure it’s all possible. Thanks for the great time! (Your Mags will be there soon!)

Meanwhile, back at the ranch, the Boss informed me that she wanted her truck in our garage this year. So, in most of the time since, I have repaired the clutch & brakes on the ’84, fixed the starter problem on the ’83 wing and got them (without pushing) to bed in our new back shed. I did take the brown “Winnebago” for a short cruise before hand, which is an accomplishment as neither of these bikes have been started in at least 2 yrs. Now, in the middle of repairing tires on the 750, soon to come out & away for the winter, the leaves are falling! Her truck will be in the garage this winter! (Brownie points!)

In closing, as this is the final issue this year, I want to thank all of our supporters in the Maritimes for your acceptance and support of the Mag, also a special thanks to Machine and Charlie (Bacchus MC), Ian Carter (Carter customs) and the Darksiders M.C. - North Shore, for helping with content and deliveries.

Next issue I’ll be featuring a report from Brian Hogg from PEI who read my last article and is going to tell us about his almost 25,000 km trip on his 650 single lung Suzuki! (Thanks to PEI Billy for his deliveries & column.)

On The Road

Well another year has come to an end and we can all hope for a fall as mild as last year when we were riding right into December. I know that there’s a bunch out there who go for a ride every new years day as tradition, and it’s a good one for this part of the world as we do not have the all year round riding weather that some other areas get.

So there’s a couple Friday the 13ths next year one in January and one in October. In my 20 plus years of going to Friday the 13th I recall this set up but it is kind of random right? So I have commissioned so ladies I bared my boobs and all I got was this lousy shirt for 2017, I was hopeful that the 2015 February march November would be more successful than it was but then I missed most of February all of march and November was cold so although I did get some shots and I used those 2015 models in 2016 I didn’t get rid of all the ladies shirts.

Hope everyone has a great winter and avoids PMS (parked motorcycle syndrome) ‘Till next time, be safe! Atlantic Jeff signing off.

By JR But I know it’s important to the girls to get one that’s dated so I have ordered a small run of shirts for the January and October events and I will be on hand at both so if you’re one of my regulars who gets their shirt every year since January is cold I will be passing through the bars with shirts and camera in January and I plan to ride in October and my usual spot is out on main street wherever I can find parking usually between Powell park and Angelos.

It’s been a strange year in my world but then I have had a few of those in the past 50 plus years so not the strangest but it’s up there so I will sign off for 2016 saying that I am living the dream one day at a time and plan to keep doing that for as long as the Lord will give me, keep the shiny side up ride safe and I’ll see you out there on the road.

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One for the road

8 Fridays Till Christmas!!!!!

And we’re still riding our bikes! Talk about having Mother Nature by the sweater kittens!!!!

I’ll be honest… with all this stellar weather, I’ve found it hard trying to find a moment to sit down and write. I mean COME ON! If I told you I chose to sit in the office while its 25 degrees in October, I’d think as fellow riders, you’d take me behind the barn. (To shoot me ya dirty bunch ‘o animals!!) Wow really??

The end of August as well as September and October have been so incredibly beautiful to ride, and there were still a few events to cover (and one I was really looking forward to.)

Quinte Ride for Paws was huge! This event is near and dear as it’s in support of our furry friends. Plus, you’ve got the riders, the vendors, the food, and the prizes.

Did I say the FOOD? We headed out on what turned out to be an epically, beautiful day.

Getting there early as it gives you a better shot at coffee and donuts, and what’s better than admiring hundreds of bikes while enjoying a fattening pastry and a caffeine shot.

We wandered around, checking out the bikes I was sure was going into the Show’n shine. I won’t lie, I staked out the food tent, cause well... it’s food.

When meeting up with Tam who co-organized this event, she was absolutely thrilled at the weather and the turnout of riders. At the end of the day it was estimated to be about 400 bikes that participated (when you count the late arrivals that flew through the route to catch up to us), and with door prizes, 50/50 and the silent auction, they were gonna hit their goal for sure. Not only did they reach their goal the bettered it to the tune of (Drum Roll Please)….$9,600 WOW. Great Job Guys!

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…..with Lil Red

After pigging out on a donut knowing full well it would only be settling around my ass, we decided to walk it off and catch up with some of our friends. Brad was there taking some pics of the event (he does photos for the Ride for Hunger and is a big part of organizing this event with Tam and Derek. The guy’s pics are absolutely stunning, and he can show some exceptional imagery with regards to the bikes at these events.

Kelly and her hubby were there, as were Lisa, Samantha, Virginia, and a group of ladies from the Kawartha Credit Union. The Brotherhood was there and were all hands on deck to help with the event. Our very own leather genius that is Dan from Black Gold was there with some of his shirts, vests and some beautiful knives.

Between Dan at Black Gold and Harold from Make It Roar, I never need to go to the big city for anything to do with my ride. If you’ve not met or done business with these gentlemen, shame on you. What they offer to the motorcycle community is exceptional work and products.

There were a number of vendors with everything from leather and t-shirts to trinkets, charms, jewellery and blankets and such that appeal to the biker taste.

I will admit, I’m a sucker for a beautiful bike and this event did not disappoint. With a lot of custom steel wheeled dreams to bikes that beautifully accommodate our furry little friends, there was so many to see.

Our friends Kate and Rod were there (and were joining me to be blockers for the ride itself). That in itself was funny. With the ride being as long as it was, blocking certain intersections for rider safety really pissed of some of our four wheeled friends. Man did I ever piss off a couple o’ ladies. Next year I’m thinking of cranking the tunes and doing a little dance in the intersection while blocking to make em all laugh (ok, a CLEAN dance people...no poles, no soapy cars…geez you guys are filthy!) You know, making the four wheeled buddies chuckle while keeping our riders safe and keep em going.

After the ride through some of my favourite roads in the East, we headed back for the draws and the food and the show n shine. I entered this time and damned if I didn’t win!!!

Campbellford has a Christmas Ride for Tots that raises money (and collects toys) for children at Christmas. Now I’ll be honest, I go just to see Santa ride. The firefighters get involved, and some ride, as well as providing us with an escort to parade through town with lights and sirens.

I won’t lie, the morning was quite a cold one to start, which makes me a tad pissy. So I brought out the heated

vest and long underwear cause..well..I’m a wimp.

We headed out in groups so as to not inconvenience others sharing the road with blocking etc., and each group experienced a different, amazing ride with spectacular views, rolling hills, great newly paved roads and it warmed up quite nicely.

The ride hasn’t quite caught on yet, and I think some chose to skip it if the weather is too cold. But I guess ya can’t have Santa out in July now can you?

They served up a nice BBQ for the riders, a 50/50 and some prizes. Poor Kate got stung while taking a drink and spit it out on Steve and one of the door prizes. I’ll be honest, she was a good sport while we all laughed after we knew she was ok. Her boyfriend Rod on the other hand, had us laughing with his story about a chicken crossing the road (not a joke, he sees them) and some Glenora Ferry rodent that’s crossed his path. Lately he’s been our ‘route master’ (ok, that term is not exactly an adequate description of what he calls himself…you’ll have to ask him how he says it. Gets us laughing every time!) The guy knows some great roads by Parham….but we still haven’t seen the Great Chicken!

We’ve done a number of rides this season, and one that I was so grateful to take part in. This August we lost a dear soul. Her name was Sue. She was part of the Windsisters Lady Riders and this girl loved her bike.

Being part of the Windsisters has allowed us to feel more like an extended family.

So us lady riders were overwhelmed with emotion when Sue’s brother asked that we attend the event. There were about 40 of us riders that trekked out to Kingston from all over the eastern area for her Celebration of Life.

In spite of the sad moments, we rode as one in support of Sue’s family and it was amazing. Mike, Matt and Rod even blocked for us so we pissed off less people. We got

to meet her family and each took a piece from a rock collection that Sue herself collected (which rests on my desk).

Mike and I have grown to really appreciate the friends that we ride with. Everyone is so nice, we all think of each other and I’ve found when needed, we’ll be there to help fellow riders any way we can.

You can always count on Ellen who is the group’s firecracker, and when that camera comes out, she’s not flashing her boobs as most women do, but the ass is aimed at the camera and then the rest of us join in her antics. Call it a ‘booty shot!’

There’s been the odd day when the weather might have been a tad cool for my liking, but Mike, Matt and Rod are out and then the women usually catch up when the suns warming the chrome. Terry and Kim are far braver than I am.

Now, another event I’m looking forward to is the 4th Annual Peterborough Motorcycle Swap Meet. This year it’s on November 6th at the Peterborough Morrow Building.

Last year we went and found a nice pair of side bags, but there’s clothing, jewellery, motorcycle bikes and bike parts.

As always, if you’re looking for me, shoot me an email.

Events, comments, to give me shit or just to say Cheers! lilred@theridersmag.com

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IMPACT OF INSURANCE BENEFIT REDUCTIONS

Short column this month as I am preparing for a trial.

For an insight into the impact of the changes in insurance coverage, check out this link: http://m.therecord. com/news-story/6910240-regulation-changes-deny-accident-victim-adequate-benefits-family-says This story is about a motorcyclist who was seriously injured the day after changes to the definition of catastrophic injury came into effect. As a result, his available coverage for medical and rehabilitation expenses was reduced (at least for now) from $2 million to $86,000. Prior to the amendment, any person who had a Glasgow Coma Scale reading of 9 or less out of 15 was automatically deemed catastrophic. That would have provided this victim with rehabilitation care he needs right now.

He can still apply for catastrophic benefits, but they are reduced and it will take much longer.

The Ontario government, under pressure from the increasingly powerful insurance lobby (the Insurance Bureau of Canada spends millions of dollars yearly in government lobbying) has been taking away motor vehicle accident victims’ rights every year.

In 1990, the Ontario Government passed the Ontario Motorist Protection Plan. The concept was that accident victims would give up certain rights to compensation from at fault drivers in exchange for no fault benefits such as medical and rehabilitation costs and income replacement benefits. What victims gave up was the right to any compensation for pain, suffering and loss of enjoyment of life, in cases where the injury did not result in a serious and permanent disability (the “threshold”), plus the first $15,000 of any damages that were awarded for pain, suffering and loss of enjoyment of life if there was a serious and permanent disability. They also gave up a substantial portion of their loss of income claims up to the date of trial or settlement because they were only allowed to recover 80% of their net (after tax) losses as opposed to 100% of gross.

In later years the “threshold” has been made more restrictive, so it is much harder to recover any damages for pain, suffering and loss of enjoyment of life. I have had several clients who have suffered drastic changes to their lives who will not be able to recover anything (or have had

to settle for much less than they deserve) because they kept working and risked being unable to prove that they had suffered a serious and permanent disability. And for those who could prove they met the “threshold” test, the amount to be deducted was increased first to $30,000 in 2003 and then was indexed in 2015 so it is now about $37,000 and increasing yearly. To make matters worse, the juries who hear these cases cannot be informed and do not know that whatever amount they award to the injured person will be reduced by that amount.

At the same time, the no-fault accident benefits which were supposed to be the quid pro quo for giving up those rights have been drastically reduced year by year. So the price is getting higher and what we get in return is getting smaller. While accident victims are getting squeezed, insurance companies are making billions in profits, a lot of which is leaving Canada as the companies in question are multi-national.

Trials are very risky for accident victims because of these restrictions. This means that the risks of going to trial can be too high for all but the most seriously injured victims.

This means that insurance companies can refuse payment in borderline cases knowing that the risks are too high for the accident victims to go ahead.

Also, the insurance industry has been on a publicity campaign about fraudulent claims. As a result juries tend to be very skeptical of claims by accident victims. Juries are giving some unbelievably low awards these days. In a recent case (Mandel v. Fakhim, 2016 ONSC 6538 (CanLII), a jury awarded $3,000 to an accident victim who claimed damages of $1.3 million because he had not been able to return to work since 2009. He was represented by a well known and very competent lawyer. The following words are a direct quote from the trial judge in that case: [9] While jury trials in civil cases seem to exist in Ontario solely to keep damages awards low in the interest of insurance companies, rather than to facilitate injured parties being judged by their peers, the fact is that the jury system is still the law of the land.

I’ll admit some of the negative perception of accident victims is probably fueled by excessive lawyer advertising.

I believe that there is some fraud but it is mostly carried out by a few organized criminals. Of the many hundreds, if not thousands, of cases I have handled, I can only think of 3 where I thought the clients were lying or greatly exaggerating their claims. I fired those clients, and I know that most, if not all of my colleagues would have done the same. Much of the fraud was perpetrated by rehabilitation clinics, not the victims. A lot of those clinics have been shut down.

This is an “off the cuff ” rant about a serious problem. I’ll try to address it more fully in a later column. In the meantime, please send questions or suggestions for future columns to me at

www.bikelawyer.ca or timleighbell@bellnet.ca

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PD Restoration has been at this location for the past 12 years and going strong. Owner Phil Dickson and his daughter Krystle have carved out a much deserved reputation for this shop as one of the best places for work on your motorcycle in not just London but the Province and beyond. Attested by the work that has been coming to them from across the Country. The addition of technician, Keith Zuefelt to the PD Restoration family has also given a boost to the volume of business as his reputation in the industry has earned him a following of his own and many of his customers have followed him here.

Their ability to do fast, efficient, quality work and full faithful and accurate restorations and to treat their customers fairly and honestly are some of the key reasons for their success. Also key, is Phil’s understanding of the workings, intricacies and quirks of the older models of motorcycles that can perplex the new up and coming technicians as they are being trained to work on the newer models and they have no real idea of the nuances and workings of these older gems.

PD Restorations is a full service shop and will work on any type of motorcycle but their preference is toward Harley-Davidson and British Bikes. They do all the regular service items such as oil changes, tires, batteries, wheel trueing and balancing, engine and transmission repair as well as complete rebuilds.

Their full machine shop gives them the ability to do complete, ground up, custom builds and restorations in house and along with their vast network of outside specialists that can accomplish whatever your imagination can conceive from custom moulding and body work to elaborate paintjobs!

Along with a large showroom with walls, shelves and showcases full of chrome accessories, sound equipment, helmets, riding apparel, t-shirts, books and magazines and just about anything else you could think to find in a motorcycle shop, they have a large parts department.

They also can boast an enormous inventory of used parts and accessories for Harley-Davidson and British Bikes as well as some Japanese.

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lot of interest in performance work and they have been doing many more engine jobs, either complete rebuilds or from kits. They work hand in hand with local machine shops to find the right kit and combinations to give the power required to meet the customer’s needs. The other trends seem to be towards installing ape-hangers on Baggers and they do many of them each month along with exhaust systems, true duals and mufflers.

The roads in front of the Shop have been torn up since the beginning of September and made access to their property a bit of a challenge and some customers were concerned about bringing their bikes down the road. The Shop has offered free pickup and delivery of bikes during the construction period.

For this shoot we chose four out of a huge selection of bikes to give you an overview of the variety of workmanship that the shop is capable of producing.

The 2012 Harley Road Glide, is owned by Hollywood and built by us last year, it has a 26” Xtreme Machine Black Cut Xcuisite Wheel, 2” BDL Open belt primary, Bad Dad stretch tank, Custom 8” Stretch Rear fender & saddlebags, custom electric centre stand, single disc conversion, DNA billet floorboard kit, Legend air suspension, custom air scoop, Supertrapp exhaust, Bad Dad side covers. The ghost flames were done by Derrick Gilders, seat was upholstered by Mikes Custom Seats, body work and paint done by Quality Auto Body.

The 1965 BSA A65 Lightning was from the movie Thunderball and was made to be ridden for the spectre assassin Fiona Volpe played by American-Italian actress Luciana Paluzzi. The bike was restored in Italy in 2000 and purchased by one of their customers, George Supol in 2011. PD Restoration serviced the bike for him regularly until last year when he decided to sell it. They had fallen in love with the bike and bought it from of him.

Besides regular maintenance, they have not done any major work to the bike.

The BSA is a 1942 BSA WM20. They have owned this bike for many years but sold it last year to Regiment de la Chaudière Museum in Levis, Quebec. They are doing a full restoration for them and they will be doing a grand opening of their museum in July 2017 where this bike will be its main piece. They have spent the best part of a year sourcing out parts for this build and are still waiting for parts to arrive so we can finish the bike.

For them it has been a fun bike to work on and they are happy to return this bike to this museum where it will be back with some of its original owners! All paint done by Chad McTavish aka The Mad Painter.

1999 Dyna Wide Glide, was converted from a Twin Cam 88” to 124” using all S&S parts, the bike is owned

by Dan Isaacs and he spared no expense. The bike has new S&S heads, crank, jugs and it is basically a brand new motor! After the motor was complete they sent the tin out for paint to Quality Auto Body which, conveniently, is right next door, he also put on a brand new 80 spoke front and rear rims, a Jagg oil cooler, a new Stealth S&S air cleaner kit and many other smaller upgrades.

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Due to the mounting proliferation of news stories detailing the ever-increasing preponderance to violence by members of front line law enforcement - one question (at least for me) goes begging for an answer. Is an inclination to sadistic behavior or violence a prerequisite for employment consideration by police services? Or is it fear that drives them to use deadly force? Or is it the license to power trip without reprisal? As a biker and former patch holder with 60 years experience, I have been subjected to many forms of apprehension during extremely discriminatory roadside stops. Mostly it reveals itself via bluster or veiled threats but twice it morphed beyond the usual -guns were drawn and pointed. Whatever the provocation, there is no denying that some police are increasingly more prone to use deadly force than to attempt to diffuse the situation by other means at their disposal. It is my personal viewpoint that the current trend, of shoot and SIU whitewash, is the harbinger of a return to a police dominated society, which is paramount to the ambitions of the financial elite.

Despite the trend by law enforcement in Ontario to discriminate against clubbers, the Ontario Confederation of Clubs & Independents has been making some progress in our quest to gain political support.

On Wednesday September 21st, the OCC hosted a political luncheon inside Queens Park, which in itself was unprecedented. Regardless of the many law enforcement and media distortions about our lifestyle, the luncheon was very well attended by either MPP’s or their aides. Thirteen OCC freedom fighters were onsite to present OCC viewpoints and answer questions regarding outdated longstanding biker issues. Topics discussed were; changes to the Highway Traffic Act regarding handlebar height restrictions, support for Bill 154, Single Rider Access to Ontario’s HOV lanes, and biker discrimination and harassment.

The luncheon was a huge first step for the OCC and our guests were impressed by the relevance and accuracy of the information presented and also by the dedication of the presenters. The Ontario Confederation of Motorcycle Clubs & Independents was originally formed (in 1996) to push back the preconceived stigma surrounding the biker/ clubber lifestyle that was (and continues to this date) to be falsely perpetuated by the influence of Hollywood and law

enforcement.

Making changes to the status quo is a very slow dance – but moves like this. Charge my batteries and fill me with hope for the future.

On September 21st – the OCC&I took a significant step to advance the cause.

This month’s featured OCC Member Club is Wolfpack Ontario. Although Wolfpack Ontario is a relative newcomer to our roster of clubs, it has already established itself as a dedicated charity club. The club was originated in Woodstock Ontario. Membership is comprised of a tightly knit company of both men and women. Love, respect, and family are the common threads that bind the club. The principal goal of the club is to help their community and the people within it. One noteworthy example of the club’s charity was an event hosted on October 9th, 2016, in collaboration with family and children’s services, whereby Wolfpack Ontario held a charity dinner for over thirty families.

The entire event was free and featured prizes and games for the children. Another focus of the club is enabling the new generation - by visiting local schools and speaking to students about the cruelty of bullying. Wolfpack Ontario also hosted the Torri Stafford Memorial Ride on July 23rd in Woodstock. Members also participate in motorcycle charity rides hosted by other motorcycle clubs whenever possible.

Seeking more info regarding Wolfpack Ontario? Email dodo5.0@hotmail.com There is a ground swell of sympathizers rallying behind the efforts to put an end to biker discrimination. The Biker Black List F/B page has grown to 2020 members – the majority are sympathizers who are disgusted by the discriminatory actions of the dogs of the establishment.

All too frequent, the stories of profiling, engaging and then detaining a biker have become commonplace. The practice of carding pedestrians has been abolished but the rules were eased regarding traffic pullovers. Consequently, law enforcement ignores the wishes of the people and uses this highly discriminatory tactic in order to harass and intimidate law abiding citizens - who are merely taking advantage of the rights and freedoms guaranteed for all Canadians. This complete waste of public funds has never, to my knowledge, produced any significant charges of criminality. Mostly, and to justify the unnecessary waste of time invested in a non-event, the charges are minor traffic offences which are usually dropped upon challenge in court.

The system, intended to protect the individual citizen, is being bastardized and distorted to self-serve the biased intentions of law enforcement. Almost every evening, the six-o-clock news leads with a story highlighting another youth murder and I cannot help but wonder if the perpetrator of the crime went free because the police were otherwise engaged in biker harassment? Does it really take four to six officers to respond to a biker jack-up?

Hey Dudley, when you go home at the end of your shift and look at yourself in the mirror – do you really believe you made a difference by doin’ shit like that?

The OCC&I Credo: Notice to those that seek to belittle our lifestyle – we are growing – we are not going away – we will be respected – we will resist every attempt to trample on our freedom. OCC = ONE COMMON CAUSE Rooster Rider - OCC Treasurer www.occ4u.org Rooster Rider

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So around this time of year I find myself talking about the great events and rides that I have had the pleasure of participating in during the past few months while at the same time trying to get my head around the fact that with the exception of maybe a couple of freaky days the riding season is over in the Eastern Ontario area. Mind you we said the same thing last year and we had some brave souls out riding around on Xmas Day. Over this past season I have tried to get to as many events as possible and on the Labor Day Weekend our tradition has always been that we head up the beautiful Ottawa Valley to Cobden and participate in the Snake River Rodeo hosted by the Simple Men MC and end the summer off in the presence of friends and have a great time.

Members of the SMMC are familiar sights at other club’s events throughout the Ottawa valley and down the Seaway area and organize several charity rides of their own over the summer in support of causes up the Valley.

Their Rodeo has gotten better with each year and they truly outdid themselves by moving the whole rodeo across the road from the original site onto several acres of well groomed land to hold their event on. The new layout featured motorcycles now being parked more centrally on the grounds to provide easier access for riders to get to their bikes and at the same time making those motorcycles become part of the show itself. Now all the activities take place near the front entrance making it much more user friendly for everyone and because SMMC did their homework they get an A+ from me for making it a better experience for all their guests.

While this event actually takes place on Saturday the party starts on Friday night and continues until sometime Sunday so this rodeo is worth riders making a weekend out of it and still beat the holiday weekend traffic home and time to recuperate.

We departed for Snake River in the wee hours of the morning to drive up and before we even got to the end of our laneway my phone rang and Bozz aka Mike Bossio called to say he had to pass on the ride up. His daughter’s car was clipped by a truck near Trenton on her way to Ottawa and while she seemed to be okay, her car was a write-off and he had to get his truck and drive down to pick her up.

You can’t help but wonder what the rest of the day will be like with a start like that, but actually the ride up was pretty uneven�ul. Traffic was light until just a bit north of Cobden where we hit a monster fog bank that forced us to a snail’s pace. Hell! We almost passed the new entrance to the grounds because the fog was still heavy enough you could barely see the grounds that were partially filled up with motor homes, truck/campers and tents not to mention the new events stage.

If I sound like I am a big fan of the SMMC, then you would be right, because the only attitude these guys have is Brotherhood and we no sooner pulled into the grounds and they had an area ready for us. They located us close to where all the day’s activities were going to take place and as a bonus they offered up the souls of some of their prospects (and members) to help us get the Riders Mag &

The Celtic Brotherhood rigs and the picnic tables up.

Matrix and Hark from TCB got busy assembling the ‘Honey I’m home’ rodeo game for this event and for the first time ever Matrix did all the emcee duties that are required for the game to entertain people, all the while waiting to hear by phone if his wife (the lovely Emily) might start to deliver their first little “Biker” and he would have to hop on his bike and head back to the city.

As in previous years members of the SMMC chapters in the Maritimes came up to take part in the festivities but there was one big difference this year as “Stormin” Norman Gardiner sadly had passed away earlier in the year.

We all were so used to seeing him walk around wearing white t-shirts and joking about how long the shirts would last until they became proof that he was having a great time. His smile was infectious and it was easy to call him ‘Brother” and there was no end to riders over the weekend telling their favorite Norman story or joke. ... GBNF! This year’s crowd was the largest in attendance ever and among that crowd were a lot faces that are familiar to the motorcycle community of the Ottawa Valley and many of them stopped by to say hello Tammy and Dave Thom who are the hosts of the popular Wildman’s Rodeo & Stomp that happens south of Ottawa stopped by to chat. Over the last few years the Thom’s have worked hard turning their property into a venue for a top notch weekend party for Bikers. Members of the Capital City Bikers Church handle doing the actual motorcycle rodeo that they have become famous for.

Jimmy Poulin, one of the three founding members of Ottawa’s popular Greely Swap Meet also dropped by and later I found out that their Swap Meet is going to become a twice a year event with 2nd one taking place in the Fall.

This, thanks to the boys being prodded to by the lovely Peri Poirier of B.A. Machine Performance Cycles who encouraged Jim, Al and Grant to put one on in the fall. This so people could sell off parts they are changing for their winter rebuilds and at the same time maybe find parts they could use. Smart Lady and even smarter idea!

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support for the Snake River Rodeo including familiar faces like Fonzy, Snax, Muffler and Squid and who all stayed until well after the rodeo events and the anticipated pig roast was over. Members of the Petawawa chapter of the Eyes Of Odin MC stopped by and other clubs such as the Veterans Commandos MC and Veterans MC also took part in the rodeo.

Mr. Harley Davidson himself, Doug Taylor and a Brother to TCB came up for the day and hung out in the shade and Dean Batstone, a member of the SMMC and a well-known Canadian singer/songwriter was by to sit for a bit and dropped off some of his latest CD’s. Later, Gail and Steve Kinghorn, who celebrated the 26th anniversary of the ‘Cowpaddy Boys Rodeo & Roast’ dropped by.

As the day progressed the rodeo was a huge hit including the ‘Honey I’m Home” event that TCB put on and I have to say that with the improved layout to the grounds most people could watch all the fun and activities without having to stray too far from their campsites.

After the pig roast was over there was musical entertainment including Rob Basillie and his group Southbound, a band that really knows how to perform Southern Rock and get the audience up and stomping their boots. An hour or so after enjoying much of the entertainment we headed down to Cobden to spend the night while Hark and the others stayed on to party till the wee hours and watch over the rigs.

We were up early and on the road to the grounds but once again we met up with another monster fog. While not the kind that probably would bother the SMMC from the Maritmes. Hwy 17 does have history, so respecting that history we inched our way back to the rodeo. Happily, in the next half hour the fog started to finally burn off and we heard from Bozz, who was determined to make the ride up and to help out with the free breakfast that TCB was putting on to show support for the Simple Men MC. We had done a small one on Saturday when we first arrived but most folks had eaten before coming up. Also there was a good food truck on site for most of the day so we didn’t do many. Much thanks to Marc Lacourciere who kindly filled in for the Bozz at the griddle.

Sunday morning Bozz made it through the fog but he was frozen from the condensation and the speed. Now he and I have ridden a lot of roads over the last 50 years including through snow storms and blizzards but he kept saying this was the coldest ever! I didn’t have the heart to remind him that somewhere along those years the two of us had grown old.

Bozz, Bette and Hark got things ready and served about 80 breakfasts made up of English muffins with eggs, breakfast sausage, cheese, tomatoes, onions and Jalepenos. Just like the evening before, all the SMMC members waited until everyone else was fed before

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they finally got fed because they always put their guests first, confirming what I have said before, they guys are class acts!

Once people were fed and had a coffee in them it was time for the final tear down.

As we were packing up friends stopped by to say good bye including Susie & Greg Kinghorn, who sponsor Big Daddy’s Cowpaddy Event.

Which incidentally, just celebrated their 5th Annual about a month prior. After many hugs kisses and laughs were exchanged, they were on their way.

Merlin, who parked his camper all weekend just beside us hung out while we used a pot he lent us to clean and sterilize all the utensils we had used for cooking. During that time his little dog charmed everybody including me. Again all the SMMC members were there to help everyone get packed up and on their way.

When you are at a truly good party there is a sense of sadness that it has come to an end and you all find yourselves talking about plans next year’s party.

I certainly hope that many of you who have not yet been to Snake River will add it to your calendar for next year and come up and join us!

At the end of August the Ottawa and area motorcycle community lost one of the most well known and well liked riders, Aaron Orlik. If ever there was a free spirit that rode motorcycle the same way it was Aaron! Over the decades he left of us all with a string of memories of crazy stunts and costumes and his performing wheelies with his Harleys. At the same time Aaron was an example to everyone about the values of being a Biker. Respect for family friends and most of all Brotherhood and it is small wonder that just a week after him being killed, about 150 riders gathered for an impromptu ride in his honor.

His Facebook page became a testimony to his incredible sense of humor and his ability to ride his motorcycle like he and the bike were one! We can be sure that he is in Valhalla burning up the roads and partying nonstop. Gone but never forgotten! Aaron!

Usually I write about events that are planned well ahead of time with lots of organization but in early September I heard from a good friend, Preston Paul. He is the parts Manager at Motorsport Plus/ Kingston Harley Davidson asking me if I would spread the word about a last minute ride that was being organized for a young boy who was the sole survivor of an accident that had claimed the lives of his Mother and Brother. He also had to have an arm amputated. I got in touch with the ride’s organizers, Jon & Marina Allan who are related to the family and somewhere in our conversation found out that Ayden was also was a non-communicating autistic child.

I then offered that TCB would gladly provide a free breakfast for all participants and advertise it through our network of clubs and friends. Jon wasn’t sure if Kingston Harley Davidson would agree so I got in touch with Preston and he confirmed the management were fine with the idea.

Normally TCB looks to local sponsors to pick up whatever is needed such as eggs etc but we never even got the chance to ask. Preston got really juiced by the way things were coming together and he got in touch with Tim Greenless, of Barriefield Market on Hwy 15, who is a Harley rider himself.

He kindly donated the eggs, bacon and cheese for the breakfast.

Next, I hear from Jon, who happens to be a truck driver for Tim Horton’s and the company was donating the English muffins. Probably would have been a good time to by a lottery ticket.

Early Saturday morning we headed off with the ‘Battle Wagon’, a trailer that carries everything that TCB uses to help out at events like rigs, griddle, picnic tables and p.a. systems etc.

Dave Kuhnle, who coincidentally is the founder of the Ride for Autism in Ottawa along with Larry Tidman, Hark and Bozz had everything up in no time and were ready to start cooking breakfast for the hungry riders.

On top of that the weather gods were kind because there wasn’t a cloud in the sky and it was just cool enough that leathers weren’t uncomfortable, in other words perfect riding weather.

It didn’t take long once the announcement was made that breakfast was being served for the conga line of hungry bikers to form and between the boys banging out the eggs and bacon on the griddle while I took pictures of not only motorcycles and their riders but all the different patches of clubs that were kind enough to come and participate.

Some of these were the GOC (Guardians of the Children) which Jon Allan happens to be a member, a large group of Veterans MC from different locales and two different chapters of CMC. We were graced by the presence of Cowboy and Stix who along with other members of the Road Snakes Riding Club who came up from Cornwall.

I also had the opportunity to talk to my friend John Putnam, of the Northern Star Riders and there were a number of HOG patches in the crowd as well. I was surprised that two friends from the Ottawa chapter of B.A.C.A. (bikers against child abuse), Germ and Big Bird had ridden down to show their clubs support both for Ayden and TCB. So when you add it all up and I looked through the crowd what you really saw was Brothers and Sisters doing what Bikers do best, supporting people and causes within the community that they live.

I truly love what I do and I wouldn’t trade places with anyone but I especially look forward to the times like this one where all the magic happened and in a short period of time because our motorcycle community spread the word like wildfire. Before I forget, I have to mention Laurie Bedore’s granddaughter, Alisha who aside from being

a friend of Ayden’s and who is only 7yrs old herself held a bake sale to help out Ayden and raised the phenomenal amount of $2300.00

I also wish to thank all the riders whether they were independents or in a club who responded on short notice to take part. I stopped counting at about 140 motorcycles and I especially want to thank the management of Motorsport Plus/Kingston Harley and all their staff for their support and generosity in participating in this event and in their community. Special thanks to our friend & brother, Preston Paul who unless he had reached out in the beginning, the magic might never have happened. Lastly I want to thank Pace Law Motorcycle Division, especially Ray Bonner & James Taylor for their support and seeing that the TCB have the tools to help out other clubs and their events.

As Always I remind you to please support the events and rides that are created by area riders and their clubs because these are the same people that come to your events and rides!

Please remember to spend your money with businesses such as those that advertise in our Mag or who have proven they are truly Biker-Friendly because they have shown their support for our lifestyle and they deserve ours back!

Also if you have an event or ride or you are a business that deals with either motorcycles or the people who ride them, you might like to advertise or even become a distributor of ‘The Riders Mag’ and if so please contact me by email or phone.

As always I want you to please remember that we make our motorcycle communities stronger by making them better!

Brotherhood! Motorcyco Beau!

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Hogs for Horses, this was the sixth annual ride, and what a success it was, I am guessing there were somewhere in the neighbourhood of 200 riders this year, and the weather was just perfect. I had a chance to get to the ride early enough to take a look around the grounds, wow, is all I can say, looked to me like a state of the art facility, with hydraulic lifts to get some of the riders onto their mounts, indoor riding arena, stalls that looked like something out of a movie set.

This is an annual event co-sponsored by WETRA and IHMC. This is a fantastic charity that teams up special needs people and therapeutic horses, if you have never witnessed the joy that some of these people have when they have their first ride, you just have to see it.

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The ride was originally started by Ken St. Amond on September 11, 2011 to raise money and awareness for the Windsor-Essex Therapeutic Riding Association. He started by auctioning off a keepsake hockey stick to some fellow workers to donate to WETRA, and the idea then came to him and a friend about Hogs for Horses. Unfortunately one of them passed before the first ride. Ken, humbly, does not take much credit for his volunteer efforts and credits his wife Laurene with his ability to devote so much time an effort to it. He teamed up with the IronHorse MC here in Windsor, and after the 5th ride he handed the reins over to them.

In the five years since its inception the ride started with 35 riders, and grew to 135 last year with donations totalling more than $65,000.00.

The ride this year started from WETRA 3353 North Malden Rd. Essex, on September 25th, then proceeded across the county to the Royal Canadian Legion in Amherstburg, then along the waterfront to the Colchester Bar and Grill in Colchester, then across the county again to the shores of Lake St. Clair to the Stoney Point Sportsmens’ Club, and finishing at their co-sponsors’ Good Time Charly in Windsor, who host bike nights every Tuesday and hold 50/50 draws, and offer dinner specials in order to support the charity. Riders and passengers could have participated without an entry fee with donations of $100.00 or more. The festivities concluded at Good Time Charly, with live music, a fine dinner, door prizes, and a good time for all that attended. This is a must do ride for me next year for sure, and I’m challenging any readers from the Deep South to attend I’ll be looking for you, and getting some pics, so if you want to be in the mag, be there.

Shar’s Ride For MS It is a beautiful Sunday morning and what a great day for a ride. Today is a busy day with 3 rides going on in Essex county. Shar’s Ride For MS, Heart Defects ride and a Memorial Ride for Cpl. Andrew Grenon. I covered the Ride For MS put on by Shar Good, Fran Sales and all of their volunteers.

This was the 8th year for this ride starting at Rise N Shine for registration and breakfast.

The poker run was a 150 klick ride through Essex County. The first stop was the Sandbar in Puce, followed by Mr Bigg’s in Belle River , then onto Pelee Island Winery in Kingsville, and then onto Danielle’s Soft Ice Cream in Harrow. The ride ended at the Knight’s of Columbus Center in Windsor for supper, door prizes and a Chinese auction. Yours truly winning a couple of those

items lol.

There was 81 bikes registered for the ride. With the Emergency Motorcycle Care Unit lending us their support if needed. Thankfully their services with not needed but we wish to thank them for being there with us. Thanks to all.

This ride was a great success raising $10,899.36, bringing the accumulated total to $68,107.33! Congratulations to all who took part. The money is kept in Windsor area helping those with MS to subsidize the cost of special equipment.

The 9th annual Shar’s Ride for MS is scheduled for September 17, 2017 . So people make your calendars and come out to support this special cause. Again a big thank you to Shar Good, all the volunteers and the business who helped to support this great event.

Ride safe all, Chil The 7th annual Christine “Pooker” Sorrell Memorial ride was September 18th and again the organizers couldn’t have

asked for a better day to ride. Christine passed away at the young age of 19 from an undiagnosed heart defect, so her mother Gen Hayes and step father Warren organized the charity ride/”pooker” run, as an event to raise awareness, and funds for the Heart Defects Society of Windsor and Essex County. All of the volunteers manning the tables and getting waivers signed were wearing pink shirts, and I wondered why, but, this became evident later in the ride. The ride started at the Unifor Local 444/200 hall, and toured Essex County, with stops at the Royal Canadian Legion in Amherstburg, Chuck’s Roadhouse in Leamington, and of course Colchester Bar and Grill, and finished off at Just Your Average Joe’s Restaurant/Hall in Windsor. The support shown to this cause was amazing, and I don’t mean there were a lot of bikes, maybe 125, but the enthusiasm,

and care shown to the organizers and the family was unbelievable. After leaving Leamington, the riders broke off into smaller groups heading to Colchester, and when we passed by Ravine cottages there was a group of people waiting for Gen, Christine’s mother to ride by, and they released what must have been a hundred or more pink balloons as she and her husband rode by, what a touching sight, and I can’t imagine how she felt, all I saw was her bowing her head for a long time, it must have been very emotional for them both. At the end of the ride there was a silent auction, as well, door prizes for almost every rider, and a great meal put on by Average Joes’. I’m sending out another challenge to all the riders I know in the area, I’ll be looking for you next year, don’t disappoint me �

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Crash Test

My last feature guy is Crash from Welland county motorcycle club, Crash and I have known each other for about as long as the mag has been around as he always was an ardent supporter of the mag and rather famous Niagara rider and his family hails from the same patch of Port Robinson as members of my extended family and where I learned a lot about mechanical work and welding which was an interest that I pursued for most of my life until I got old fat and lazy.

Earlier this year I had put the word out in my on the road column that I was looking for a couple of bikes to finish up my tour as the feature writer for the mag since back in the beginning in 1999 and more recently the feature photographer too which is why you may find some of the photos lacking in comparison to my former partner who executed those responsibilities for all those years until earlier this year so I did what I thought was right or good enough.

Crash came to me at the Fort Erie swap meet this past may and asked if I would consider using his bike as the special construction feature, when he described it I said let me

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see how this goes and I’ll get back to you, well when we started that category back in about 2006 when we went to the 10 issue format we had an overload of that style but in more recent years we are seeing less of that kind of bike.

Well I had to get a hold of my friends over at Clares Harley-Davidson of Niagara to get a hold of Crash cause I always just ran into him but I don’t get out as much as I used to but I knew that John Clare being a former president of Welland County Motorcycle Club had connections to the members and I knew they could hook me up with crash, Robin was able to give me his number as they have been lifelong friends.

Well let’s just say this bike did not disappoint in any sense of the word Crash had described it as having parts from 4 different types and eras of motorcycles and he prompted my memory of when he first got this bike and it was a bone stock black Super Glide and we rode together

on a popular poker run in Niagara. I didn’t know that for 30 years crash has been respoking and truing laced wheels which in itself is an art form and an exercise in patience and he is particularly good at it and it’s a profitable sideline.

He decided that the factory mag wheels on his superglide were butt ugly and he wanted some laced wheels and since he builds his own it was a no brainer but to find something that would not only fit his super glide but look cool too was the challenge and his buddy Moe from the Fort Erie Swap meet (at one time) suggested he put a heritage softail front end on and a 16” laced wheel on the front.

Crash hated the headlight on the heritage so the compromise was the road king nacelle on the headlight.

The fat boy front fender looked right at home on the heritage front end and they are somewhat similar although they are dressed slightly differently but crash says on his maiden voyage after having Dennis paint the bike, the back of that front fender touched the regulator mounted between the down tubes so of course he changed its location to resolve that issue and shortly after he found out that he had less than ¾” free space between the tire and the fender when some ¾” stone was laid down in the parking lot at the clubhouse and some stuck in his front tire tread and dimpled his front fender from the inside out.

Crash says he had the front end on and off a dozen times making minor adjustments as the stops on the dyna versus the softail were different and he needed full radius turning the lock to line up and the trees not to hit the fuel tank which he sourced from a dyna wide glide, and modified by using the dashboard off the superglide and inserting the speedometer which was originally on the handlebars into the dashboard and having the fuel filler where the ignition was formerly located, interesting stuff right?

The bags are suitcase style sourced from an earlier version of the generator shovel era saying he loved the look of the old school bags with the removable lids but he modified the hinges on the front to prevent the lids from flying off which was one of the design flaws in the bags and had ruined more than a few shovel style hard bag lids.

Don’t even ask why someone wanted to remove the boards and controls off a late model fat boy and replace them with forward controls but Crash knew someone that wanted to do that and he was able to swap a leather jacket for the full set of controls off that fatboy and adapt them to his superglide simply by drilling one hole in each bracket and having to do a little custom routing of the brake lines from the master cylinder to the rear caliper and bypassing the mid control shifter with a custom linkage from the heel to toe shifter to the shift arm of the transmission.

Local painter Dennis put the finish on this bike and Crash says Dennis is so good that he could paint a show bike in a dusty alley and make it look good, and he painted this bike and its exactly the way he wanted it to be, he told Dennis I want it the color of stainless steel but dusty and no airbrush, no custom effects, no pinstripe, no logos, and its exactly the way he wants it.

Crash currently owns about a dozen motorcycles, and figures he has owned somewhere between 30 and 40 including his first mini bike which he had to rebuild the motor with the help of his father when he was 9 years old, having moved up to a 350 Yamaha endure by age 14 buying his first brand new Harley Davidson at age 17 an imported 125 that AMF was marketing under the Harley-Davidson name and yeah he still has that bike and I saw it in the barn.

In all honesty there’s a lot more to crashes story but there isn’t enough space in a feature article to cover all the material on my one hour tape, I could write a book on this guy who says that motorcycles are his life but in my conversations there’s a lot more to him than that, now that dos equips has sent their most interesting man in the world off to mars I nominate Crash as the new most interesting man in the world, thanks for the story crash.

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Is it possible that the 2016 riding season is already over and done with? For some of us here in Northern Ontario, it has been for a while. Although we are experiencing an amazing Fall season with higher than average temperatures, some parts around here have had their first snowfall accumulation.

For myself, I find the Fall season the best time of the year to ride as it’s cool enough to freshen you up but still warm enough to make it enjoyable in the afternoon. I can’t say enough about the scenery at this time of year with all the fantastic colors that Mother Nature has painted upon our region. Nothing is more breathtaking than seeing all the various shades of reds, yellows, browns and still some

greens in the mix while enjoying what we love doing the most, riding and breathing in all this fresh, crisp air.

By the time you guys read this, some of you would have started to prepare for the Holiday season that is fast approaching. There is one thing I must stress is not to forget is November 11th “Remembrance Day”. Many soldiers died for the freedom that we enjoy today and giving them just one day out of the whole year may not seem like much but please don’t give in to that corporate greed and put out your Christmas decorations before November 12th. So I ask you, for all these lives that were given, please take

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a moment on November 11th and remember our fallen soldiers! The Rider’s Mag Supports Our Troops! And you should too!

Having said this, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all my loyal readers and wish you all the very best of the Holiday season. May you find peace and happiness throughout the season and may great times be spent with family and friends. Let us not forget the less fortunate ones as ‘tis the season for giving and sharing. Merry Christmas everyone and Happy New Year! ( …yeah I said it…Merry Christmas! ) Ride For A Friend:

In the past few months, lots of events have taken place in our neck of the woods. In my opinion, one of Sudbury’s biggest and well organized fundraisers was put on in conjunction with the combination of two great local chapters being the Boozefighters MC and the IMC (Independent Motorcycle Corporation). Ride for a Friend Poker Run. Local presidents Nightmare as well as Fish, with the rest of their crews were more than receptive when I approached them about covering this event for the Rider’s Mag. Together these two put on the poker run that kept a great number of riders as well as non-riders busy and occupied all at the same time while raising money to help out young Christina Campbell.

Christina was born June 22nd 2002 with a severe case of cerebral palsy and epilepsy. She spent the first 4 years of

her life drifting through Sick Kids hospitals all over Canada while teams of doctors tried everything to stop the seizures and other related illnesses. At the age of 4 she was finally able to come home to stay with her family. The family continues the frequent hospital visits in Sudbury now, with only annual or biannual visits to Sick Kids.

This is where the unsung heroes of our local Boozefight-

ers and IMC club members and associates come into play with this great run to help the cause! Great job everyone!

I even saw Cody, a young gentleman that was helped a few years ago through the proceeds of this run and he was not there just playing around…he was doing his share at helping out in return for the awesome assistance he received.

Awesome to see you doing better Cody! Keep up the fight!

You can still donate to the cause by accessing their website at << www.rideforafriend.com>>. Here you’ll find the results of what a caring community can achieve.

BTW…I love the colours of the new logo where they incorporated both club colours together. Looks awesome!

I think the best part of this run wasn’t just the run itself

but the after party that followed as they had a 50/50 draw, many door prizes, free tenting and liquid refreshments just to name a few. We can’t go without mentioning their signature boat fire complete with live music throughout the evening. Many people and clubs came out to support this great cause. Even chapter members of the Boozefighters from Ottawa as well as our local Outlaws and Bacchus members. Lots of community support like Guy from the biker friendly Lavigne Tavern who offered a BBQ pulled pork lunch with proceeds going to the cause.

It was a great place to meet up with old friends as well as making lots of new ones. Special mention to my longtime friend Steve from BRO, it was great to see you out riding! Hope we can connect again real soon…

To sum it all up in a few words, those who missed this run, have actually missed out on an impressive event!

Sudbury Ribfest: September 2nd to the 4th, 2016, Downtown Sudbury was host for the annual Ribfest that included a car and Motorcycle show. A great selection of restored vintage rides with their owners sitting nearby keeping a close eye on their works of art as well and several bikes & side car combos were amongst the many on display for everyone to see.

I never knew that we had so many enthusiasts rebuilding and showing off all of these creations. It’s nice to know that someone still cares for these types of old scoots! This was Sudbury’s 9th annual event with 6 teams participating.

Needless to say that the Chicken and Ribs combo were plenty and tasty! There were many various other vendors also present and their numbers are increasing each year.

One particular bike that caught my eye several times in the past couple of years was Guy Tremblay’s Custom Softail. I had seen this ride around town on several occasions and never really had the chance to meet the creator

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of this piece and to call it just a Softail, is something that I can’t do! All decked out with skull everything from the custom units added to the bike to the extensive Hydro-Dipped skull and zombies theme that is second to none. What a great job! Would be a great feature bike for the Mag one of these days!

Sudbury’s Toy Run 2016: Greater Sudbury’s 30th Annual Toy Run which brings joy

to our communities’ kids in need at Christmas time was held on September 10th this year. As in previous years, our devoted Leelan, coordinator for the past 18 years once

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again did an amazing job of putting it all together, along with the help of Susan and her husband, (who are owners/ operators of the Silver Hills A&W in Sudbury) who donated a free breakfast as well as a free dinner to all the registered participants. These people are to be commended as whenever a biker event takes place in the area they are always there to help out without the expectation of reward of any kind.

On behalf of the Rider’s Mag North Ontario, we would like to extend our gratitude for all you do for our biker community. “Thank You!” It was a great day for a ride this fine Saturday morning as the sun was shining and the roar of engines was to be heard for miles around these riders with donated toys securely tied to their bikes, made their way through the roads of the city all the way to the valley. There they received a great BBQ lunch courtesy of Neil’s Independent Grocer.

One thing I can say about Northern Ontario rides and events is that you don’t have a chance to go hungry. Everybody wants to feed you wherever you go! I guess its all part of that Northern hospitality. What a friendly bunch we all are!

Planning for next year’s ride has already begun and after talking to Leelan, he is requesting some help from you.

So if you can spare just a couple of hours to help out a great cause, feel free to give him a call, 705-673-2148. If everybody does just a little then it all gets done without putting too much strain on just a few. Remember….this is not to profit anyone but the children at the most important time of the year for them…Christmas!

North Bay: Now I’m not certain how many of you have heard or read about this but I’m sure if you follow the Rider’s Mag North Ontario Facebook page, you have seen one the many posts in regards to the new stance that the City of North

Bay has undertaken. First and foremost, why would a city of that size have a BEU in place particularly when Det. Staff Sgt. Len Isnor himself is quoted for saying that “the city has never had a biker problem?”

What gets my goat (apologies to all the goat loving people that this might offend... lol), their policies are for gang colors and gang clothing, not motorcycle clubs. Well someone has to “educate” the BEU that motorcycle clubs are NOT gangs and therefore we will not be treated this way.

This sir, is stereotyping and discrimination as well as just plain wrong. Singling out certain groups would be like saying that the OPP are OK (so to speak) but the regional Police are the bad criminal ones. Really?!?

How dare you tell people what they can wear and what they can’t? What makes you feel so special? Because our tax dollars buy “your gang” your colors with fancy patches and bling on it? Is that why you think that way?

Remember if you are going to go down that nasty road of stereotyping people and groups who wear identifying clothing, jewelry, patches or badges, be certain that everyone is included, meaning your boys in blue, the EMS personnel or go as far as the military (North Bay being a former military base) that help preserve your freedom so you can take other people’s freedom away?

Heck you might as well include all the doctors that wear green scrubs, or the nuns of various religions, hey… what about the Boy Scouts and the Girl Guides….I tell you, I could go on and on, maybe I should because some individuals surely haven’t thought this through too well…then again…was it expected from a politician?

You pride yourself on “teaching” restaurant, bar owners to recognize club members and their affiliates…I call Bull Crap on this. You just want them to discriminate against only the people that you want to target.

Some of the establishments are already whining due to the fact of social media attention is being brought down on them, identifying them as participants in this a conspiracy to alienate and persecute a specific group of citizens.

TIME TO WAKE UP PEOPLE!! We need to take a stand and stop this coercing from the authorities. To solve a problem that by the admission of one of their own ranking officers does not exist. How foolish is that?!?

Now I’m not certain how many people will read this but I would welcome the opportunity to talk one on one with this Len Isnor, just to get firsthand information as, in my mind, this is way too messed-up of a situation to even be real.

You know, I must admit that this is not the usual articles

I put out for this fine magazine but one thing that I do have is a very low tolerance for STUPIDITY and this my friends, unless someone can prove to me otherwise is just plain that.

I understand that there is this group of individuals that are looking to kind of pick up where the Biker’s Reunion left off and set up the same type of event in the city of North Bay. Well let me tell you that with a city that rules the way this one does, you will not succeed in your endeavor of a

great North Ontario Bike rally. Unless you get the city to act in a more professional way, you are simply setting yourself up for a great fail. Please do not be led into in the same pen as the rest of the sheep by following these ludicrous ways… …end of rant on this subject…for now!

Northern Ontario Biker Friendly White List (NOBFWL): This edition’s induction in the North Ontario Biker Friendly White List nominees would have to be Silver Hills A&W in Sudbury as Susan and her husband are a vital part

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of the biker community here in Northern Ontario.

Next would have to be Hutchinson Motorcycle from Elliot Lake. Mark the proud owner is always hard at work making sure his customers are never disappointed. Awesome ideas and results always coming out of this shop. Way to go Mark!

And third but not last has to be The Beausejour Inn and Restaurant in Alban.

Awesome homemade foods and cold beer and it is always a pleasure to stop there on the way through. They are also a distribution point for the Rider’s Mag so if you’re at your camp in that area, just drop in and pick up your copy there while saying hello to the smiling staff always eager to serve you.

Rider’s Mag Northern Ontario: A big welcome to our team goes to our newest team member, Rebar, from Sudbury. This gentleman is a class act. If not for his trusting nature and great people skills, The Rider’s Mag Northern Ontario would not be where it’s at today. He has stepped forward to help out with the de-

liveries in and around Sudbury. Being around motorcycles and the lifestyle all his life, Rebar is a great asset to us.

Welcome aboard and thanks for your assistance!

Speaking of The Rider’s Mag Northern Ontario, I would also like to take this opportunity to welcome Roger from Manitoulin Island back to the north as he had spent most of the summer in B.C. on work duties. Mark is from Elliot Lake and is still very much active with us and is also starting new employment at his local Canadian Tire store as Service Manager. We can’t forget Rose out in the Tri-Town area to which she has been doing the distribution there since last spring. She is so quiet out there that I have not heard anything from her since the initial meet to set up. Thanks Rose!

I have to say that if it wasn’t for the great team members that we have, none of this would be possible. To all, I just want to say a big hear�elt “Thank You!” Everything you all do is very much appreciated!

Pub Night at the Cross Piston Saloon: Anyone that has had the honor and pleasure of attending a pub night at the Cross Piston Saloon, has to come out of there richer from the experience whether you’re sitting at the bar or at a table, there’s always someone quick with a joke or a great story. Last time out, it happened to

be Farmer’s birthday where some of the boys decided to make it special with a great turnout and lunch for a great guy! Although another year older, he sure shows no sign of slowing down as he begins on another chapter of his life.

Happy Birthday Bro and many more!

Another thing I must comment on is the great atmosphere no matter whomever you’re talking with. Take Chris for instance, he chatted us up at the bar making sure our glasses were never dry. Awesome service and the feeling of being welcome here is second to none. Thanks Chris as the rest of the guys that open your house to us and welcome us in to share all these great laughs and memories without judgement. You guys Rock!

Well now, this has to be my longest article since my start with this great publication most likely due to the rant against everything that someone like myself, who is promoting Northern Ontario stands for, but it doesn’t mean I will not end with out a few words to ponder: “No one is born hating another person because of what they wear, their social status or lifestyles. People learn to hate and if they are taught to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally than its opposite!”

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A.M. Sales

A.M.P. Cycle

1221 Sundowner Rd. Midland Ont.

Hawg Worx

9 Ferndale Dr. North Barrie Ont.

Jennie’s Custom Leather 32 Centre St. Orangeville, Ont.

Tar’d and Feathered Bar 358 Bay St. Beaverton, Ont

Fred Hale Motors 29945 Highway 48 Pefferlaw, Ont.

Virginia Auto Sales 28147 Hwy 48 Virginia Beach, Ont.

Leather Works Plus 149 Lorne St. Sudbury, Ont.

Signatures Restaurant

3702 Hwy 144 Chelmsford, Ont

Fireside Classic Grill 14-A Oakland Blvd.

Elliot Lake, Ont.

73 Alness St. Unit 5 Downsview, Ont

Daytona Motor Sports

4000 Steeles Ave W, Unit 12 Vaughan, Ont

Authentic Custom Cycle 310 Main St., North Markham, Ont.

Spoiled Sports Motorcycles

1898 Baseline Rd. W. Bowmanville Ont.

Jacox Harley-Davidson® 2815 Argentia Rd. Mississauga, Ont.

Leather Unlimited

Malicious Cycle and Clothing

1981 Boylen Rd. #10 Mississauga, Ont.

CJ Cycles

Pushrod Performance Cycle

Black Gold Leather

Tombstones Motorcycles

RMW Custom Motorcycles

12 Carrying Place Rd. Trenton, Ont.

Black Gold Leather 12278 Gorham St #2 Newmarket, Ont.

1 Mariconi Crt., Unit 9 Bolton, Ont.

7848 Castlederg Side Road Caledon, Ont.

3595 St. Clair Ave. East Scarborough, Ont.

199 Waterloo St. Unit 4 Oshawa, Ont

1450 Hopkins St., Unit #6 Whitby, Ont.

Mario’s Bake Shop 13305 Hwy 27 Nobelton, Ont.

Duke’s Harley-Davidson®

NCK Cycle Salvage

5 Classic Car Drive Blenheim, Ont.

Mostly Ironheads

2822 Howard Rd. Windsor, Ont.

125 Main St. Woodstock,Ont.

7457 Speers Rd. Elora Ont.

PD Restoration

4192 Perkins Road, London, Ont.

Action Trailers 4728 Egremont Dr. Strathroy, Ont.

Hog Town Cycles 164 Main Street, Lucan, Ont.

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Leather King

Trike My Bike 3143 Walker Rd., Windsor Ont.

Northside Cycle

Tecumseh Line, Jeanettes Creek, Ont.

Robinson’s Motorcycle

2469 Talbot St. Wheatly, Ont.

487 Dundas St. W. Belleville, Ont

Make it Roar

Classy Chassis

1399 8th Line of Smith Lake�ield. Ont.

Meetz Small Engines 427 Albert St. Waterloo, Ont

RNR Custom Cycle 108 Beaumont Cres.

Guelph, Ont.

Zelikovitz Leather 1160 Heron Rd. Ottawa, Ont.

B.A. Machine 7174 Bank St. Metcalfe, Ont.

Noura’s Jewellery 13-2651 Alta Vista Dr. Ottawa, Ont.

Classic Motorcycle Leather 1813 King St. E. Hamilton, Ont.

Where Heads Meet 162 Ottawa St. N. Hamilton, Ont

A.L. Choppers 1119 Main St. E. Hamilton, Ont

Donairs @ Gage 1127 King St E, Hamilton, Ont.

Metal N Ink Tattoo Studio 189 KING ST E Hamilton, Ont.

Stoney Creek Choppers

2235 Industrial St, Burlington, ON

Franks Magic Crops 419 Guelph Line Burlington, Ont

Motorcycle Enhancements

427 Speers Rd., Unit 9 Oakville, Ont

The Dam Pub 53 Bruce St. S Thornbury Ont.

Thurst T’s Cycle 298 Pretty River Parkway Collingwood, Ont.

Albion Hotel

1 Main Street North, Bay�ield, Ont.

Len’s Automotive 2002 Main St Jarvis, Ont.

Choppers Custom Works 7 Main St E Selkirk, Ont.

Choppers Custom Works Dunnville 1353 Hwy 3E Dunnville, Ont.

Hastings Starter Alternator 19 King St E Hagersville, Ont.

Clare’s Cycle & Sports 799 Hwy 20 W. Fenwick, Ont.

Bridge 12 Pub & Eatery

10 River Rd. Port Robinson, Ont.

Quinns Custom Cycle 22 Hellems Ave Welland, Ont.

Triple K Upholstry 432 Pearson Rd Welland, Ont.

The S Bend Family Restaurant 5801 Hwy. 3 Sherkston, Ont.

Kosmic Arts

20 Riordon St #2.

St. Catharines, Ont

D.A.M. Enterprises 76 Ridley Rd. Unit #2 St Catharines, Ont.

Clare’s Harley-Davidson® 590 York Road Niagara on the Lake, Ont.

The Back 40 7 Cayuga St N Cayuga, Ont.

On The Fringe Leather 225 Main St Port Dover Ont.

Johnny Rebels Steel Horse Boutique 233 Main St Port Dover Ont.

Hips Cycle

900 Colbourne St E Brantford Ont.

Kreative Khaos Tattoo 300 Colbourne St Brantford, Ont.

Kool Kidz Ice

2220 Chiefswood Rd Ohsweken, Ont.

Port Burwell Legion

40 Wellington Street Port Burwell, Ont.

Smiley &Co.

2549 6th Concession Ripley Ont.

Great Canadian T-Shirt Co. 277 8th St. East Owen Sound, Ont.

S&A Motorcycle Dyno Stonewall MB (204) 513-0561

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MYTHS/FACTS/TIPS MYTH

Police can film and take photos of bikes but it is illegal or improper to film the police.

This is not correct.

FACT

In Canada, there is no law that prevents members of the public from taking photographs or video of a police officer executing his or her duties. In fact, police officers have no privacy rights in public when executing their duties. Preventing a person from taking photos or video is construed as an infringement of a person’s Constitutional rights to freedom of expression.

Yet, increasingly, there are instances of police officers preventing, charging, arresting and sometimes even assaulting members of the public for a�empting to take photos or videos of officers at work. Many people comply when police officers instruct them to stop filming because they assume that they must be breaking the law.

No one can interfere when a police officer is executing his or her duties. However, taking photos or videos of an officer in the execution of his or her duties is permi�ed so

long as it does not interfere with their ability to do their job. Police officers do not have a right to seize a camera or delete its contents just because a video or photo of them is taken.

According to section 30 of The Police Services Act’s Code of Conduct in Ontario “an officer engages in discreditable conduct when he or she uses profane, abusive or insulting language or is otherwise uncivil to a member of the public.”

You may be aware of the unfortunate incident in 2007 involving Robert Dziekanski. Mr. Dziekanski was visiting from Poland when he was tasered by the Police at the Vancouver airport and died soon after. The confrontation made headlines when a bystander recorded the incident on his camera and the RCMP seized the equipment. It was only after he threatened court proceedings that the camera was returned to him.

TIPS

So what should you do if a member of the police force prevents you from recording a video or taking pictures in public while they are performing their duty?

To start with, you should be polite and patient (if this requires clarification, let me know) at all times. You can respec�ully mention that you are within your rights as a Canadian citizen in taking pictures or videos in a public space. You may file a complaint if an officer threatens you. In some cases criminal charges of illegal stop, search and seizure of equipment may be warranted.

In Canada, or anywhere else for that ma�er, citizens should respect the police, but the police must also respect citizens, even when they are taking pictures or videos that might embarrass the police. Citizens of course include all bikers.

David Smye Q.C.

Mackesy Smye Lawyers “The Personal Injury Experts™

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How Can We Trust The Bible? It Was Just Wri�en By a Bunch Of Men With Their Own Agenda, Wasn’t It?! Some objections answered...

I give away a lot of Bibles to bikers over the course of the riding season. People always seem to appreciate that. But how do we know that we can trust that the Bible is really inspired by God? Many people feel that the Bible is not trustworthy since it was written so long ago and that all religions claim to have the ultimate truth. Some feel that it is arrogant to place our Bible above all other religious texts.

As usual, we need to stop and ask the right questions before discussing the above: 1. Do you believe that there is a God? 2. Where do you stand on the person of Jesus Christ, that He is the risen “Son of God”?

If you answer no to either of those two questions, the chances that I can help you get satisfactory answers about the Bible are very slim! If you answer yes to those questions, I can make this clear, however brief.

First, since you believe that there is some kind of God “out there”, doesn’t it seem logical that He would want to communicate something of value to us? Something that would improve our lives and eternity?

Second, wouldn’t God use some men and women to communicate messages of truth to us? The big question of the day is, “Where has God shown up on our planet?”

I’ve always been drawn to Jesus because He appears to be the ultimate answer to this question. Instead of us searching for God, it was Him who came to us in the form of Jesus. The next step is to study this person of Jesus and the best place to start is read the Gospel of John, 4th book of the New Testament. Even if you only read the first four short chapters!

In fact, there is far more historical and Biblical evidence of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ than there is of William Shakespeare! The number of witnesses to the risen Christ were many and His original disciples were made bold in preaching the gospel after the resurrection.

So if you read into the Gospel of John and some of the others and it has a ring of truth, it’s probably God speaking quietly to you now!

“He who believes in the Son of God has eternal life.”

John 3:36 One of the latest letters of Saint Paul speaks about reliability of the Bible: “All scripture is given by the inspiration of God and is profitable for teaching, for reproof a n d correction, for training in righteousness.”

2 Timothy 3:16 Now it’s up to you to read and decide. Please pray with me: Father in Heaven, I believe in you and that you raised Jesus from the dead. Please help my small faith grow into something living and real. Amen.

Let me know if you prayed this prayer. email: kenang@cogeco.ca 905-870-8584 God bless your life and faith!

Pastor Ken www.hamiltonbikerschurch.com

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There are important questions to be answered about this LGBT bathroom legislation and transgenders being able to use a restroom of the gender that they “identify” with.

Will public restrooms be required to have a Genital Inspection Station posted at the entrance to all public restrooms?

Who will have to pay these Pecker Checkers and Vaginal Badgers, the people using the restroom, or the entity that owns the restroom?

And how much money will a Pecker Checker be paid to check peckers?

Or, do we pay a Pecker Checker by the number of peckers checked by each Pecker Checker?

How many peckers can a Pecker Checker check if a Pecker Checker could check peckers?

And will women be able to wear aVaginal Badge that certifies their gender so they may bypass repeated inspections by the Vaginal Badgers?

What has this country come to when the U.S. Department of Labor has to create a new job description of Politically Correct Restroom Service Inspectors?

Want to guess their motto...........???

“If you gotta pee - We gotta see!”

month, and I am now old enough, that I don’t even need a driver’s license anymore.”

He asked “How do you know that?”

“The last time I went to my doctor, he examined me and asked if I had a driver’s license.

I told him, yes and handed it to him.”

He took out his scissors out of the drawer, cut the license into pieces, and threw them in the waste basket, saying, ‘You won’t need this anymore.’

So I thanked him and left!

Capital Letters? Who uses them anymore? ..... A teacher’s explanation.

In the world of hi-tech gadgetry, I’ve noticed that more and more people who send text messages and emails have long forgotten the art of capital letters. For those of you who fall into this category, please take note of the following statement: “Capitalization is the difference between helping

My neighbor was working in his yard when he was startled by a late-model car that came crashing through his hedge and ended up in his front lawn.

He rushed to help an elderly lady driver out of the car and sat her down on a lawn chair.

He said with excitement, “You appear quite elderly to be driving.”

“Well, yes, I am,” she replied proudly. “I’ll be 97 next

Please Ma! Just let the whole Merry Christmas vs. Happy Holidays thing die! I’ll pay for the banner you tore down!

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I don’t want to spend Christmas Eve booking you

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