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Well Spring is definitely here, the sun’s hanging around longer, and we know you’re itching to get riding… if you haven’t already! There are so many events happening around our great state that you won’t have a problem finding something to do. Spring has sprung and there are events galore! Be sure and check out this issue from cover to cover because it is full of big events you don’t want to miss.

If you’re looking for something special to do Memorial Day weekend you should consider attending the 21st Annual Smoky Mountain Thunder Memorial Ride in Sevierville, TN on the 30th. If you’ve never attended this event you don’t know what you’re missing, it is amazing! Thousands of bikes gather at the Courthouse in downtown Sevierville for the opening ceremony at 10am. This year’s theme is “Remembering All Those Who Gave”. The ceremony consists of Patriotic singing, guest speakers, placing a wreath at the Veteran’s Monument and Taps marks the beginning of the event. The police escorted 65 mile ride leaves, rain or shine, at 11am. There are NO FEES for this ride! Once all of the motorcycles have arrived at Veteran’s Overlook on top of Clinch Mountain, the closing ceremony begins. Patriotic music, placing of the wreath, 21 Gun Salute followed by Taps concludes the event. Come early and have coffee and breakfast at Graze Burgers beginning at 8am. This is one of the greatest tributes to our Fallen Military, so come join us to remember those who paid the Ultimate Price for our Freedom!

Also, you don’t want to miss Tennessee Motorcycles and Music Revival, May 20th 23rd at Loretta Lynn’s 3,500 acre ranch in Hurricane Mills, TN! This is a kick-ass fourday event with something for everyone. It’s all about motorcycles, music, comradely and the outdoors. Ride on some of the great roads in middle and west TN, or you can bring an off road bike and ride the legendary trails at the ranch. Hang out with musicians, custom builders and industry leaders at the event. Camp under the stars in your own tent or bring your RV, Glamping tents and RV rentals are also available. Centrally located off of Tennessee’s Music Highway (I-40) known as the most musically influenced road on the planet connecting Memphis and Nashville. This is Tennessee’s Ultimate Motorcycle and Music Event! If you need another reason to come to TMMR, you can enter the Thunder Roads TN bike show supporting Bikers Who Care and maybe win a very cool trophy! For tickets and more info, visit motorcyclesandmusic.com

Happy Mother’s Day to all the wonderful Mom’s out there… Wishing you all the love and happiness you so richly deserve!

Have a FUN and SAFE Memorial Day weekend and let’s remember what Memorial Day is really about, our Fallen Troops who paid the ultimate price! Ride Hard Live Free, Denise & Scott

LYNNVILLE, TENNESSEE

Lynnville, named for the nearby Lynn Creek, which in turn, was named for the Lynn or Linden trees growing on its banks, is a popular stop for bikers. Located in Giles County, this town of 287, per the 2010 census, dates back to the early 1800’s and boasts 59 Historic Register sites. Actually, this is the “New Lynnville” as the original town (now called “Waco”} was raided and burned by Federal troops during the Civil War and the town was rebuilt a few miles away where the recently built railroad passed through. Of more importance to the biker community is its good food, a distillery and shopping for the ladies. The popular Soda Pop Junction restaurant claims Tennessee’s #1 hamburgers and #2 milkshakes, plus a full menu, and a Sunday buffet from 11 to 2:30. I can attest to the bacon cheeseburger and delicious steak fries. Larger groups might need to eat at the 31 South BBQ a few miles away. For dessert, check out the Lynnville Pie Company’s selection of turnovers and candies. Garry Littleton started Col. Littleton Leather in the 1980’s. At its Lynnville factory you can purchase quality handmade leather items. Even if you don’t intend to purchase, these goods are well worth a look as they are really nice. These same items are shipped to 900 apparel and outdoor shops throughout the U.S. Big Machine has purchased the Tenn South Distillery in Lynnville and is rebranding to Big Machine. Here they produce citrus hinted gins, Clayton James Whiskey, All Mighty 140 Shine, and the patented “platinum filtered” Big Machine Vodka. They are on the Tennessee Whiskey Trail of 37 distilleries. Big Machine charges 5 bucks for a tour and tasting of their spirits. Be sure to climb up in the 1927 Baldwin Locomotive, caboose and train cars at the train museum across the street from Soda Pop Junction. Also, there is a City Hall Courtyard with a covered small garden and public restrooms at the right end of the row of shops for a quiet rest. You might want to plan a ride to Lynnville and see why so many of your fellow bikers make return rides. Ride Safe and Have Fun!! Cooper