Thunder Roads Magazine Tennessee April 2018 by Thunder Roads Tennessee

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Scott High Denise High 615-389-1149 615-389-1016 Scott@thunderroadstennessee.com Denise@thunderroadstennessee.com 2017 Recipient of the NCOM (National Coalition of Motorcyclists)

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Thunder Roads® Tennessee Staff From the Editors – By Denise High Chaplain’s Corner – By Pastor Ron Baptiste Featured Cover Bike Thunder Paws Bullet Points – By Scott High In The News In The News Who Reads Thunder Roads® Tennessee Bike of the Month Lynchburg Flat Track Racing – Cooper Chilton Smoky Mountain H-D Named #1 Dealership in the US – Scott High Centerfold Calendar Events From the Corner of Veteran’s Drive and Patriot’s Way – By Bob “Bulldog” Ousley Thunder Cam Kiss in the Kitchen – By Toni McCoy Shearon News Bytes – By Bill Bish Thunder Cam Jokers Wild Events Word Search Biker Friendly Directory Clubs-Organizations-Associations Thunder Roads® National Network

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Bike: 1946 Indian Motorcycle Chief Bike Owner: Kenneth and Melissa Brown Restoration By: Jerry Greer’s Engineering Photographer: Joey Steadman – SleevedImages Model: Ginger Leigh Wicked

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E’RE SHIFTING into Spring in Tennessee! The weather is warming up and bikers are starting to hit the road. April is Helmet Safety Awareness Month, and we want you to be aware! I thought I would share some tips on fitting and maintaining this piece of safety equipment. Proper fit is vital to a helmet’s effectiveness. Your helmet should fit snug; when you shake your head from side to side, the helmet should move with you – not stay in one place while your head moves inside of it. Your helmet should not slide back over your head at an angle. When seated on your bike, your helmet should not obstruct your forward or lateral vision. Prior damage renders a helmet useless. When your helmet hits the pavement, the energy of the impact is absorbed and dissipated through the impact absorption material. This weakens the material. A helmet that has absorbed a significant impact, or whose shell is cracked in any way, should be replaced as soon as possible. The Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) also recommends replacing your helmet every few years regardless of whether it’s been damaged. They state that it’s possible the helmet’s protective qualities could deteriorate over time, and/or that helmet manufacturing technology will likely improve – making your next helmet lighter and more comfortable, and possibly less expensive, than an older one. When purchasing a helmet, to see if it meets the Department of Transportation (DOT) standards, look for the DOT sticker usually found on the back of the helmet. Share these tips and help us spread awareness about the importance of helmet use.

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How about Easter falling on April Fools’ Day this year? What a strange coincidence! For the first time since 1956, Easter Sunday falls on April 1st. Since 1900, Easter has fallen on April Fools’ Day only four times - 1923, 1934, 1945 and 1956. It won’t happen again until 2029. I can think of so many ways to make this holiday memorable. How about you guys? What are you doing on April Easter Fools’ Day 2018? We’re thinking of having an Easter Egg Hunt and letting everyone search for the eggs we didn’t hide. Double the enjoyment! :) It’s time to get out and head to your favorite bike night, attend events and rally’s or just get out and RIDE! You can certainly tell that Spring has arrived from looking at the event listings, there’s no shortage of events to attend this month! Speaking of events, we are proud to once again sponsor the Buffalo Valley Amateur Hillclimb this year. If you have never seen a hillclimb in person it’s worth the trip and the new local racers are getting better, some are starting to win classes against national competition so come cheer the TN racers on at the Buffalo Valley Dragway on Sunday, May 6th. As we mentioned last month, Thunder Roads® Tennessee along with Steelhorse Law are in the process of organizing a Rolling Bike Night beginning in May. We will have 5 bike night parties, 1 a month, May through September all across the state with great fun and prizes and a grand prize for the person that attends the most. Our first Bike Night will be at the Bent Wrench Roadhouse on May 19th from 4-8pm. We hope you will join us for a fun filled night and be sure to come by our tent and get your Rolling Bike Night Card. You’ll need to get your card punched at each Bike Night that you attend to get your name in the drawing for the Grand Prize. Be sure to LIKE our Facebook page, Thunder Roads Magazine of Tennessee so you can keep up with all the latest happenings, events, advertisers’ specials, etc., plus we randomly post contests to win prizes and you wouldn’t want to miss that! Be safe on the roads this riding season and we’ll see ya soon! Ride Hard Live Free, Denise & Scott High

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CHAPLAIN’S CORNER Pastor Ron Baptiste Founder of Covenant Confirmers Ministries, Inc. www.covenantconfirmers.org Founder of the Tennessee Biker Medical Clinic www.tennesseebikermedicalclinic.org Pastor Ron’s messages can now be heard and downloaded off of the website: just click on the “Broadcast” tab

“STUCK ON STUPID” In Ge.25:21-34 we read about two twin brothers that didn’t get along even when they were in their mother’s womb; “And the children struggled together within her,” and when the first baby was born (Esau), the second baby (Jacob), “grabbed him by his heel.” As to say “not so fast brother.” God told the mother Rebekah: “There are two nations in thy womb, one will be stronger than the other, the elder shall serve the younger.” The father, Isaac, favored the eldest son because he was the first born and the mother favored the youngest because of what God had said. Esau comes home from a hunt very hungry and Jacob was cooking up some stew, smelling up the house with it and setting up Esau. Esau asked for the stew to eat and Jacob makes a deal for Esau to sell his Birthright to him for a bowl of stew and he does. Now this sounds like Jacob tricked Esau out of his birthright, but not so. Evidently, Esau had a history of making “Stupid decisions” and it doesn’t take much to set up “stupid.” Even Esau’s mother knew he had issues, similar to a biblical Forest Gump. “After he did eat and drink, and rose up and went his way, he despised his birthright.” He placed very little value on his birthright. He was “Stuck on Stupid.” As Christians we have a Covenant with Almighty God and we also have a birthright to healing, deliverance, prosperity, peace and joy. Yet some have traded their birthright for a bowl of beans. We stay out of the house of God, stay out of the Word of God, stay out of prayer, but we give our flesh anything it wants when it wants it and won’t give God what He asked for. We know the Word of God works, we just choose not to work it because we are “Stuck on Stupid.” Making the same mistakes over and over expecting different results. Heb.12:17 “For ye know how afterward when he (Esau) would have inherited the blessing, he was rejected, for he found no place of repentance, though he sought it carefully with tears.” Man is moved by tears, God is not. God is only moved by His Word. I have seen so many people become Christians April 2018

and start working the Word, God gives them their life back, they now own homes, cars, motorcycles, got good jobs, and their families have been restored. Then they slack off and start to miss Church more and more. They get too busy to serve the God that brought them out and now they lost all they had. They come back to Church crying for repentance, but what are the tears for? Are the tears for the stuff they lost or for the God they rejected? Esau’s tears was for the stuff he lost and not for the God he rejected. That’s why he “found no place of repentance.” Repentance does not come from emotions, repentance means to change your mind and change your direction. Tears may move the Pastor, your parents, your loved ones and some of your friends, but it won’t move God. Only His Word will. So change your mind and your direction and watch God restore you! Watch out for those that are lying & crying at the same time. Until next time, keep your face in the wind and your kickstand up. To be found faithful, Pastor Ron

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FEATURED BIKE THUNDER ROADS® TENNESSEE COVER BIKE

1946 INDIAN

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Restoration: Jerry Greer’s Engineering of Deadwood, South Dakota Time Took To Build: 2 Years Displacement: 74CI 1201 CI Matching numbers (frame and engine) motorcycle restored to its original color of Kashan Green (Dupont owned half of Indian at the time and liked to use the motorcycles to display their line, thus some unique paint colors on this era of Indian’s). Fenders, tank and frame all original An all original bike with the exception of seat, tires, and generator. Numerous awards including but not limited to: Music City AMCA (Antique Motorcycle Club of America) Show 2017 Grand Champion Easyriders Nashville First Place Antique 2017 This bike is heavily ridden and can often be seen in the Middle Tennessee area Owners: Kenneth and Melissa Brown of Gallatin, TN Photographer: Joey Steadman – SleevedImages Model: Ginger Leigh Wicked April 2018

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Arabella - is a gray tabby Manx. She has the cutest nub of a tail. Her yellow green eyes are so round and curious. She is independent and a little shy around people, but does well with other cats.

Avery & Avan aka Little Guy - This father and son duo share a special bond. They never venture far from one another’s side, so we would like for them to find their forever home together. Avery and Avan play and cuddle with each other, so you already have built in kitten entertainment! Avery is affectionate and will meet you at the door the second you come home. He loves being petted and reaches out when you stop for more loving. Avan needs a little patience, but his purr sounds like a motor boat once he gets started. Both boys love to play with toys and cuddle in bed. Avan especially loves to play fetch with toys. Belle - is a sweet young girl with a lot to say! She is the queen of belly rubs and is always down for a good cuddle session in bed. Keep your toes out of sight if you don’t want them to be squeaky clean, cause this silly girl loves to lick! She’s very classy and will always make an appearance even in the biggest of crowds. She is good with small children and other cats. Belle would make the perfect addition to any family looking for a chill and loving lady! Charlie - The 3 words that would best describe me are loving, playful and charming!! I am the sweetest cat you will ever meet and I love to be held and petted. I would love a home with other friendly cats and I’m great with children. I’m a 3 year old, neutered male who is litter box trained and I’m looking for a furever home after my previous family had to move and couldn’t keep me. If you’re looking for an amazing companion for you and your family, I’d be the purrrrfect fit!!!!

Joni - is a sweet beautiful fluffy girl. She is a long haired diluted calico and is a pleasure to have around. She is loving, affectionate, and great with other cats and dogs. Pictures don’t do this gorgeous girl justice. Please apply today to make this beauty all yours. Phoebe - came into rescue pregnant with a litter of kittens and very afraid of humans. We soon discovered she would need an emergency c-section to deliver her babies because she had a crushed pelvis. Either from abuse or being hit by a car. Her pelvis is healed, although not in the correct position. She doesn’t have any lasting problems other than some difficulty jumping high. She is now a loving, sweet young cat who loves to be around her foster family. She is always checking to see where everyone is, and prefers to hang out with the family. She has excellent litter box manners and will be a sweet addition to any home.

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Bullet Points

GETTING A HANDGUN CARRY PERMIT IN TENNESSEE If you are a regular reader of this column, you probably have, or have investigated getting, a handgun carry permit. Carrying a firearm is a great responsibility, but it is also your right to protect yourself and those you love. If you do not have a permit to legally carry a firearm we will outline the steps involved in applying for one. This is only an outline, please do your own research before you apply. From TN Gov: The citizens of the state of Tennessee have the right to keep and bear arms for their common defense; but the General Assembly has the power, by law, to regulate the wearing of arms with a view to prevent crime. Any resident of Tennessee who has reached twenty-one (21) years of age, or is at least eighteen (18) years of age and is an honorably discharged or a retired veteran of the United States Armed Forces, or is a member of the United States Armed Forces on active duty status, and includes with the application a certified copy of the applicant’s certificate of release or discharge from active duty, DD214 or includes with the application a military identification card as proof that the applicant is an active duty member of the military, may apply to the Department of Safety for a handgun permit. If the applicant is not prohibited from purchasing or possessing a firearm in this state pursuant to Tenn. Code Ann. §39-17-316 or 39-171307(b), 18 U.S.C. 9 (g) or any other state or federal law and the applicant otherwise meets all of the requirements, the Department of Safety shall issue a permit to the applicant. Tennessee is a shall issue state, which means if you meet all the criteria noted above, and you complete all the steps in the process including the background check you will be issued a Handgun Carry Permit. The first step is to complete a Tennessee Department of Safety Approved Handgun Safety Course such as the courses offered by our Bullet Points page sponsor, Tennessee Gun Country. These courses are at least 8 hours, with 4 hours of the course in the classroom and 4 hours of range time. It’s usually a good idea to bring paper and pencil to take notes. If you have a firearm you wish to certify with and you aren’t sure if it qualifies, check with your instructor to make sure it meets his or her

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safety standards. Some places, like Tennessee Gun Country, can rent you a gun for the course. You will also need 50 rounds of ammunition for your firearm, even if it’s rented, along with eye and ear protection which can also be rented or sometimes will be provided. Remember, if you bring your gun, leave it unloaded in your vehicle until you are told to bring it in and have a holster or case to carry it in. These courses are offered by instructors and gun shops across the state. You must pass both the written and marksmanship test to receive your proof of completion, and you must have current (within 12 months) proof of completion of the course for the next step. There are exceptions for law enforcement, licensed armed guards and military. Next you must fill out the application which can be picked up at any driver testing center, fill it out completely and have certified proof of U.S. Citizenship or lawful permanent residency (no photocopies). This can be a birth certificate, passport, proof of citizenship, proof of naturalization, etc. Next you must take the completed application, course certificate, and proof of citizenship to any full-service Driver License Service Center location. You must have a photo ID to file your application and you must pay the non-refundable application fee by cash, certified check, or money order. When you submit your application at the Driver License Service Center they will provide you with information to be fingerprinted in your area. You will call the provided number and make an appointment to have your fingerprints taken, they will be scanned electronically by an approved finger printer. It is sometimes possible to get an appointment the same day, but be prepared to wait up to 3 weeks depending on your location. After you are fingerprinted they will conduct a thorough background check and within 90 days of completion of your background check you will receive your permit. Currently the application fee is $100 and permits are valid for 8 years. You may, at the time of application or when you renew, pay an additional $200 for a lifetime permit. This may or may not be a good deal for you, the current renewal fee is $50 so it takes 32 years for the lifetime permit to equal renewing every 8 years. Always practice and never take your right to protect yourself for granted.

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IN THE NEWS Indian Motorcycle, Jack Daniel’s and Klock Werks Kustom Cycles Honor First Responders with Limited Edition Scout Bobber Blacked Out & Stripped Down – the Jack Daniel’s® Limited Edition Indian® Scout® Bobber Boasts UltraPremium Design Features Modeled After Jack Daniel’s Fire Brigade. Minneapolis, MN (March 7, 2018) – Indian Motorcycle, America’s first motorcycle company, and Jack Daniel’s, America’s first registered distillery, today introduced the Jack Daniel’s® Limited Edition Indian® Scout® Bobber. For the third straight year, the two iconic American brands have joined forces with Klock Werks Kustom Cycles of Mitchell, SD to celebrate their shared values with an ultra-premium, limitededition motorcycle. This year, they looked to the Jack Daniel’s Fire Brigade and their impressive gold-and-black firetrucks for design inspiration. Jack Daniel’s® is the only distillery in the world with its own fire brigade, which is staffed entirely by employee volunteers. The Jack Daniel’s Fire Brigade is an impressive showcase of the company’s commitment to quality and a remarkable symbol for the passion and dedication shared by Jack Daniel’s employees. The employees at Indian Motorcycle share that same passion for their craft and developed this bike as a tribute to the people who are committed to keeping their communities safe, the state-certified firefighters of Jack Daniel’s, as well as firefighters and EMS professionals everywhere. The Jack Daniel’s Limited Edition Indian Scout Bobber maintains the low-slung, blacked-out and stripped-down attitude of the Scout Bobber, but also boasts several ultra-premium, custom features that create a truly unique motorcycle. As a nod to the “Old No. 7 Brand”, only 177 of these bikes will be built globally, making anyone who owns one a member of an extremely exclusive club. “Our partnership with Jack Daniel’s celebrates American craftsmanship of the highest order,” said Steve Menneto, President – Indian Motorcycle. “This year’s limited-edition bike draws inspiration from the incredible story of Jack Daniel’s Fire Brigade, while honoring the passion and dedication of firefighters and emergency medical responders who serve our country.” Each of the 177 individually-numbered motorcycles are accented with Jack Daniel’s Fire Brigade themes. The bike has subtle twotone matte black paint, a first for Indian Motorcycle, and is covered in real 24-karat gold graphics on the tank and fenders. The 24-karat gold carries through to the Fire Brigade emblem on the tank and the “Bottles and Throttles Don’t Mix” emblem on the front fender. Other custom details include a perforated genuine leather seat with “Jack 12

Daniel’s” embroidery and custom grips, pegs, and shift levers inspired by the “Old No. 7 Brand.” Premium gloss black finishes on the fender struts, hand control levers, engine valve covers, and exhaust tips, while a gold colored Indian Scout badge further showcases the attention to detail given in the design of this limited-edition bike. Also unique is a one-of-a-kind Montana Silversmith badge that’s individually numbered and coated with real 24-karat gold. In addition to the bike’s custom accents, it also features chopped fenders, bar-end mirrors, vented exhaust shields, knobby tires and a sleek headlight nacelle. “The public’s response to the motorcycles that Indian Motorcycle and Jack Daniel’s have collaborated on has vastly exceeded our expectations year-over-year,” said Greg Luehrs, Director of Events and Sponsorships for Jack Daniel’s. “In celebration of this great partnership and our own Jack Daniel’s Fire Brigade, we are delighted to deliver a bike that honors firefighters and EMS first responders while also reinforcing the message that ‘Bottles and Throttles Don’t Mix.’” To celebrate the hard work, commitment, and bravery of all firefighters and EMS first responders, Indian Motorcycle and Jack Daniel’s are hosting a sweepstakes only open to these service members. Participants can enter to win bike #001 at a variety of events this year, including Daytona Bike Week (March 9-18), Fire Department Instructor’s Conference (April 23-28), Sturgis Motorcycle Rally (Aug. 3-12), and Red Knights Motorcycle Club International Convention (Aug. 16-19). The Jack Daniel’s® Limited Edition Indian® Scout® Bobber will be available globally for order starting 12 p.m. EST on March 13. To reserve one, visit or call an Indian Motorcycle dealership. The 2016 Jack Daniel’s Limited Edition Indian Springfield and Chief Vintage models sold out in less than 8 hours, while the 2017 Jack Daniel’s Limited Edition Indian Chieftain sold out in less than 10 minutes. Each bike will come with a commemorative fireman’s axe, which will be engraved with the owner’s name, motorcycle number (#001#177) and VIN. Pricing starts at $16,999 in the U.S. and $20,999 in Canada. Each bike also comes with a two-year unlimited mileage factory warranty and free membership in the Indian Motorcycle Riders Group™ for one year. Each bike will be built to order with delivery starting in August 2018.

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COOKEVILLE-PUTNAM COUNTY, TENNESSEE TO HOST THE WALL THAT HEALS

Only Tennessee Display of Traveling Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall COOKEVILLE, Tenn. – The Wall That Heals, a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall, along with a mobile education center, will be in Cookeville-Putnam County, Tenn., April 19-22, 2018. As the only display in Tennessee, the exhibit is expected to welcome guests from across the Southeast, will be open 24 hours a day and is free to the public. The Wall That Heals honors the more than three million Americans who served in the U.S. Armed forces in the Vietnam War and bears the names of the more than 58,000 men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam. Cookeville-Putnam County will be among the first to host a new, larger exhibit which includes a three-quarter scale Wall replica that is 375-feet in length and stands 7.5 feet high at its tallest point. With the new replica at this size, visitors will be able to experience The Wall rising above them as they walk towards the apex, a key feature of the design of The Wall in D.C. For the first time in the history of The Wall That Heals, visitors will be able to do name rubbings of individual service member’s names on The Wall. “We are honored to host this powerful exhibit in Tennessee as we remember each of these heroes who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country,” Gov. Bill Haslam said. “This is even more special for Tennessee, as the first Vietnam casualty is actually from this region. Spec James Thomas “Tom” Davis is buried less than 20 miles from where the Wall will be on display.” Nine Putnam County residents are listed on the wall, and 65 from the Upper Cumberland region.

IN THE NEWS “We invite guests to pay their respects at the Wall, but to also take advantage of the opportunities to fulfill their patriotic notions by visiting Spec Davis’ grave and other veterans memorial points-of-interest in the Upper Cumberland, such as Alvin C. York State Historic Park, Putnam and Jackson County Veterans’ Halls, White County Veterans’ Memorial Park, and Crossville’s Military Memorial Museum,” said Porter. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial is one of the most visited memorials in Washington, D.C., with more than 5.2 million visitors each year. However, many Americans have not been able to visit what has become known to many as “The Wall.” The Wall That Heals made its debut in 1996 and since then has been on display in nearly 600 U.S. communities in addition to an April 1999 tour of the Four Provinces of Ireland and a visit to Canada in 2005. Last year alone, more than 250,000 people visited The Wall That Heals. Hosting The Wall That Heals provides a community with a multi-day experience that includes an education for local schools and organizations on the history of the Vietnam era and The Wall. “We are thrilled to share the new The Wall That Heals exhibit with the public this year. Through The Wall That Heals, we are able to return the names home to communities across the country and allow Vietnam veterans and their family members who cannot make it to Washington, D.C. the opportunity to see The Wall. It gives communities a teaching moment for younger generations on why we should honor those who have served and sacrificed so much,” said Jim Knotts, president and CEO of Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Fund. The exhibit includes The Wall replica and a mobile education center comprised of: digital photo displays of “Hometown Heroes” - service members whose names are on The Wall that list their home of record within the area of a visit; digital photo displays of Vietnam veterans from the local area honored through VVMF’s In Memory program which honors veterans who returned home from Vietnam and later died as a result of their service; video displays that teach about the history and impact of The Wall and of the collection of items left at The Wall in D.C.; educational exhibits told through items in the collection; a map of Vietnam and a chronological overview of the Vietnam War. The Tennessee exhibit of The Wall That Heals and Mobile Education Center will be on display April 19-22, 2018 at the Putnam County Sports Complex at 497 Whiteaker Springs Rd. in Cookeville. This display has been made possible by financial support from: Putnam County Government, Averitt Express, First National Bank, 106.9 Kicks Country and Rock 93.7. Opportunities to support are still available.

“This opportunity to host such a tribute to our veterans is something that the community in Putnam County will always take For more information regarding schedule of events, pride in,” said Putnam County Executive Randy Porter. “We are sponsor/support opportunities, lodging discounts, etc., go known as a patriotic community, making this a natural fit to have to VisitCookevilleTN.com/TheWallThatHeals. the honor of hosting and paying respects to our Vietnam veterans.”

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BIKE OF THE MONTH

2013 HARLEY-DAVIDSON ROAD KING Congratulations to Jose Hernandez on winning our monthly Bike Contest on Facebook! Bike: Harley-Davidson Year Built: 2013 Model: Road King Builder: AZ Sand Baggerz Seat: Victor Garcia at El Lechero Upholstery in Phoenix AZ Color: Diamond White Ice Pearl Painter: Marcos Bustos Air Brush: Rick Wescott Larry with Az-Sandbaggerz cut-raked the frame he also installed the air ride, matching DNA Wheels, Front 26” and rear 18”. Exhaust, taildragger backend, side covers, nacelle are from Dirtybird Concepts. Front fender, custom dash and tank extension from AZ-Sandbaggerz out of Avondale AZ.

If you have a cool custom bike you would like to have featured in our magazine, enter it in our monthly contest by submitting a pic of your bike to ThunderRoadsTn@gmail.com April 2018

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LYNCHBURG FLAT TRACK RACING

On March 3, the wild and crazy world of flat track racing came to the Calsonic Arena in Shelbyville. It was a night of thrills and spills, as the racers jockeyed for the prizes. Pro, youth, AHRMA (vintage) and Hooligan racers all competed. The youngsters were every bit as competitive, if not more so, as the adults.

The winners of each class were: CLASS

WINNER CLASS

WINNER

50cc

Lucian Acerbis

Coy Cummings

125cc Youth

Nickson Shanks Mad Dog Amateur

James Funganol

Mad Dog Pro/Am

Sean Mathison

250cc

Max Porter

Hooligan

Jason Rogers

Xtreme Hooligan

Chris Boone

+30 Age Group

Sean Mathison

+50 Age Group

Denne Williams

+60 age Group

Denne Williams 450cc Pro/Am

Loyal Prach

450cc Amateur

Ezra Brusky

Chris Boone

Open Pro Vintage Dinosaur

Chris Boone Vintage Novice Michael Mueller David Kaufman Vintage Classic 250 Henry Sansing

65cc

450cc Pro

Vintage Sportsman 100 Michael Collier

Vintage Cl 500/750 David Kaufman

Vintage Senior

David Aldana

Vintage Super 4

Michael Mueller

Vintage Single +50

David Aldana

Vintage Super Sr

David Aldana

Vintage Sportsman 750 John Burger

Vintage 600 Sports. David Aldena

Vintage 70’s Singles

David Aldena

Vintage 70’s 2 Stroke Sean Mathison

Vintage Sports. 250

Henry Sansing

If you missed this event, watch Thunder Roads Magazine Tennessee for the next event. Ride Safe and Have Fun!! Cooper

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Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson Named #1 Dealership in the US for 2017 By Scott High In the mid 90’s, after a successful career in several businesses, Scott Maddux partnered with his father and turned a small company into a large one. After selling that business, Scott and his wife Monet, a successful businesswoman herself, set out to realize his longtime dream of opening a HarleyDavidson Dealership in his native Tennessee. They went through the process and were given approval but were informed the new shop was to be in the north central Kentucky area near Cincinnati. Committed to starting a new Harley shop, they went to Kentucky and put a contract on the property they wanted to build on. Before they closed on the deal for the property, he got wind that Harley was going to approve a new shop in Tennessee, so he checked in to it and asked if they could open the new shop in his home state. After receiving the go ahead, they headed to Maryville and found a building that used to house a Lowe’s store, bought it and started building the dream shop. The Lowe’s had a lumber shed next to the building and a lifelong

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love of music led them to make it a music and event venue, The Shed Smokehouse and Juke Joint. That’s the (very) short version of how Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson came to be. Scott and Monet then began to assemble a team to help them build and run the shop, and in September 2004 Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson was born. Now, only 13 short years later, he and his team have been recognized by Harley-Davidson as the Number 1 Harley-Davidson Dealership in the United States for 2017 through the Motor Company’s Bar and Shield awards program. In February, the call came in from Harley-Davidson President and CEO Matt Levatich, Maddux, surrounded by the entire team at SMH-D took the call by speaker phone and the honor was announced to everyone. Every year Harley-Davidson dealerships earn points based on performance in several different areas. It’s a difficult task to be exceptional in every area, but the team at Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson has done it, couple that with the great riding in the area and you have the recipe for one great dealership!

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by Bob “Bulldog” Ousley

Dear Fellow Veterans and Patriots of Tennessee: Over the past few weeks we have heard all about how guns are killing our children in schools and that this has gone on far too long. The Democrat/Communist party is happy to tell us we need to give up our guns to stop the carnage. They happily undercut the United States Constitution at every turn. Southern Democrats are the ones responsible for the whole gun control movement. They originally put it in place to keep guns out of the hands of blacks after the Civil War. It was their way of keeping control over former slaves. Over the last century they have twisted gun control to try and gain domination over our whole society and not just blacks. They have been successful at indoctrinating our children that government will take care of them and self-defense with a gun is bad. They teach our children that people who own guns are crazies who threaten the safety of good people. All of this on top of eradicating God from our schools, denigrating our founding fathers and working to do away with the constitution of the United States. They are quick to enact gun laws that have no impact on criminals in order to make law abiding citizens defenseless. It’s liberal’s and the teacher’s unions who tell us that we can’t adopt the same methods that have stopped airline hijacking and protect us at indoor entertainment events/sports stadiums. They say it will turn our schools into prisons. Aren’t kids required to go to school, stay there all day and be obedient? When I was a kid I thought that was prison! What’s wrong with wands and guards?? Wouldn’t it be a comfort to know that unauthorized people can’t get in and kids carrying illegal items are screened and stopped at the front door. It has worked since 9/11 but why isn’t it allowed at schools??? Where is the common sense? Why is political correctness preferred over stopping people who openly threaten a mass shooting? Dominik Cruz was known to the police, FBI and the school system but was being sheltered by an Obama Administration program that pays schools to show lower crime rates among minority students. It wasn’t that he wasn’t a problem it was that April 2018

they were happy to ignore bad behavior to get money from the federal government. Broward County even received a reward for their lower statistics!! What a sham. Does anyone remember the “Fast and Furious” Operation conducted by BATF? That was the program to allow the sale of guns to criminals connected with the drug cartels supposedly to track the cartels. The real purpose was to have proof for a friendly media to slam gun stores and institute more gun laws so liberals could continue to disarm the American public and insure complete control by government over a disarmed population. Our founding fathers knew what government would do if not constrained by a well written constitution that protected freedom for the citizens of America. Is it possible that the federal program called the “Promise Program,” that pays communities to under report minority youth crime is just a variation on the Fast and Furious program? Liberals will stop at nothing to gain dictatorial power over our population and they continue to chip away at our constitution. Communism has failed every time it’s been tried. Communist movements around the world have killed millions of people to gain and hold onto power. Do we think the communists who run the Democrat party will be any different if they are successful at doing away with the U.S. Constitution? I spent 20 years in the United States Army trying to protect America from Communists. Now they are here and working to take over. Indoctrinating youth is a key piece of their puzzle. Why anyone who is remotely capable of homeschooling their children isn’t pulling their kids out of the indoctrination centers we call public schools makes my head spin. Our problems begin with liberal policies that empower government and take freedom away from common citizens. We need to follow the constitution as written, stop career politicians and provide for our own safety. Keep the faith. Thank a vet for the freedoms we still enjoy and support politicians who will bring back the ones we’ve lost. Fly the flag of the people and be proud you’re an American. Hug the families of those still missing because their quest for closure has not ended. Live the good life and ride for those who can’t. Bulldog * My monthly column reflects my personal point of view and does not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Publishers of this magazine, but they, like me, acknowledge the sacrifices made for the privilege of Freedom of Speech, therefore, they gratefully let me rant. Thank you for reading my rants. Hope my opinions don’t offend anyone, but, we all should be grateful for the right to have free opinions.

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SUPER SIMPLE OPEN-FACE QUESADILLAS Pkg. of Large Flour Tortillas Pound of Ground Chuck; browned well Small Onion; chopped medium Small Yellow Pepper; chopped medium Bag of Mexican Cheese Blend Can of Sliced Black Olives 1 Can of Mild Green Chilies 1 Tub of Whipped Philly Crème Cheese Brown your ground chuck and drain; put aside. Take a dab of any kind of cooking oil and put tsp. into a medium hot pan and add a tortilla getting it browned well and crisp on each side. Each tortilla makes apprx. 12 smaller triangles so plan ahead how many you want and adjust your other ingredients. Remove to paper towels and let cool. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Put your tortilla on a flat round pizza pan and smear whipped crème cheese all over it. Next add browned ground chuck, then layer w/ all the toppings, lots of cheese and cook in oven for 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly. Remove and cut w/ a pizza wheel and serve w/ sour cream. For chicken ones use a large can of chunk chicken (remove broth), or chop up leftover roast chicken and mix it into the Philly whipped crème cheese and add toppings. I make them either way and they’re both truly easy & good.

JOE-JOE’s CARIBBEAN SHRIMP ON THE GRILL 100 Count of XXL already cooked & shelled, with tail on, frozen shrimp 2 Sticks of Melted Butter Extra Heavy Duty Aluminum Foil 1/2 Jar of Caribbean Jerk Seasoning (McCormick or other, in spice aisle) 1/2 Jar of Roasted Garlic & Bell Pepper Triple up your aluminum foil and shape it like a boat. In a bowl, mix up your melted butter with your frozen

shrimp and all your seasonings. Salt & Pepper taste. Carefully pour into boat; fold down top and fold in sides. Place on platter to take to grill and gently slide off of platter and onto hot grill. These cook literally in apprx. 4 minutes. It only takes the shrimp to unthaw and absorb the mix. Remove from grill, again, gently onto a platter and turn down top foil gently. Leave side foil rolled up. This is our son Joey’s recipe, and we cooked 200 and they were G O N E in about 10 minutes! So easy, yet so delicious. Try this.....and you can also do this same ingredients and method to cook frozen corn on the cob, or fresh corn. It truly soaks up all the butter and spices and is fabulous! If you wanted to do a large batch of shrimp or corn, just get those throw-away aluminum high-sided pans at any grocery store.

BROWNIE MARSHMALLOW BITES 1 Box of any quality Brownie Mix Throw in pecans or raisins or both if that’s your thang. Cook as directed. Cool till just barely warm. Cut entire pan of brownies into squares. Cut each square through the center; spread marshmallow creme on both sides and place together like a sandwich. Ice cold milk....Zowie!

TAKE ME TO BED OR LOSE ME FOREVVA’ 1 oz. Vodka 1 oz. Amaretto ½ oz. Southern Comfort oz. Orange Juice tsp. Grenadine Fill glass with chipped ice. In large shaker glass add all ingredients and shake shake shake. Pour into prepared glasses. Garnish with orange peel. This will put Spring in your step.

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NCOM BIKER NEWSBYTES Compiled & Edited by Bill Bish, National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM)

NCOM CONVENTION IN MOBILE INVITES NAMES FOR FALLEN RIDERS TRIBUTE With the 33rd Annual NCOM Convention in Mobile, Alabama just weeks away, the National Coalition of Motorcyclists is requesting that MROs, motorcycle clubs, and riding associations submit the names of those members and supporters who have died since last year’s Convention, so that we may honor their memories with the traditional “Ringing of the Bell” tribute to fallen riders during the opening ceremonies. Dedications should be e-mailed in advance to Bill Bish at NCOMBish@aol.com, or can be hand-delivered at the Convention to “Doc” Reichenbach, NCOM Chairman of the Board. Attendees are also encouraged to bring an item on behalf of their organization for the Freedom Fund Auction, with proceeds benefiting the motorcyclists’ rights movement nationwide through Getting Our People Elected donations, NCOM Speaker Program, lobbying activities and other pro-motorcycling projects as determined by the NCOM Board of Directors. The 33nd annual NCOM Convention will be held Mother’s Day weekend, May 10-13, 2018 at the Renaissance / Riverview Plaza Hotel, located at 64 S. Water St., in Mobile, Alabama. This annual gathering will draw bikers’ rights activists from across the country to discuss topics of concern to all riders, so reserve your room now for the special NCOM rate of $114 by calling (251) 438-4000. Registration fees for the NCOM Convention are $85 including the Silver Spoke Awards Banquet on Saturday night, or $50 for the Convention only. All motorcyclists are welcome and encouraged to attend. Meetings, seminars and group discussions will focus on legislative efforts and litigation techniques to benefit our right to ride and Freedom of the Road. To pre-register, call the National Coalition of Motorcyclists at (800) 525-5355 or visit www.ON-A-BIKE.com. TWIN PEAKS UPDATE On the eve of a Feb 7 hearing at which two Twin Peaks shootout bikers were seeking to disqualify McLennan County District Attorney Abel Reyna from prosecuting their cases, on a variety of grounds, Reyna instead dismissed one of those cases and recused his office in the other to avoid the disqualification hearing. Subsequently, Reyna announced on Feb 28 that he’s seeking the dismissal of cases against 13 more bikers indicted for engaging in organized crime in connection with the deadly melee in Waco nearly three years ago, and dropping charges against 24 others who weren’t indicted. Also, in early February, 73 indicted bikers had their cases dismissed, and eight unindicted bikers had their charges dropped. Only one of the scores of bikers indicted in the shootout has gone 30

on trial; Jacob Carrizal, President of the Dallas Bandidos chapter, whose trial on RICO and murder charges ended with the judge declaring a mistrial in November after a hung jury was unable to reach a verdict. The May 17, 2015 shootout Ieft nine bikers dead and 20 more injured. Police arrested 177 bikers after the incident, all of whom were charged with engaging in organized crime and all of whom were initially ordered held in lieu of $1 million bonds. DA Reyna has been highly criticized for his handling of the cases, and recently lost his re-election bid.

TRADE WAR COULD IMPACT HARLEY-DAVIDSON President Donald Trump’s recent announcement of tariffs on steel and aluminum would likely lead to global retaliatory consequences for iconic American industries such as Harley-Davidson motorcycles, Levis jeans and whiskey. In response to Trump’s announcement of his intention to impose tariffs of 25% on imported steel and 10% on aluminum to reduce an $800 billion trade deficit and protect the interests of American workers, European Union leaders threatened to target quintessential American goods such as blue jeans, bourbon and motorcycles. H-D could suffer from a negative two-pronged effect from the tariffs on steel and aluminum; the costs of production will rise, causing the cost of the bikes themselves to increase; both of which would be passed along to the consumer. “A punitive, retaliatory tariff on Harley-Davidson motorcycles in any market would have a significant impact on our sales, our dealers, their suppliers and our customers in those markets,” say HarleyDavidson officials. Roughly 16% of Harley-Davidson’s sales are to Europe, representing more than half of its international sales. American-made Polaris is not as concerned because 50% of its sales are made to Canada where, like Mexico, the country would be exempt from the tariffs, so no retaliation is expected. The U.S. has previously threatened to hike import duties up to 100% on European motorcycles in response to an EU ban on American bred beef from cattle raised on growth hormones. HONDA ‘RIDING ASSIST’ SYSTEM COULD ADVANCE MOTORCYCLING New patent images give a glimpse of Honda’s self-balancing technology that could be seen as a significant step forward for motorcycling. Although unthinkable until recently, the growth of automated systems such as traction control, stability control and anti-lock braking systems could soon lead to a bike that is virtually impossible to crash. That could be a massive step for motorcycling and its acceptance on a wider scale, as most non-riders would cite the perceived risk as their number one concern. Honda’s Riding Assist system, which adds a computer-controlled steering system between the bars and the front wheel, is the next step. Modern bikes can already intervene in your application of the throttle and brakes, but to really save us from ourselves they need to be able to override the stupidest of our steering mistakes as well. “If a novice could jump on a bike with zero fear of toppling off it, even if they come to a halt without putting a foot down, then it becomes as user-friendly as a car while offering all the congestion-

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NEWS BYTES busting and emissions-reducing advantages of a bike,” predicts Visordown.com. While the new designs patents, just published on the European Union Intellectual Property Office website, shouldn’t be taken as evidence that the Riding Assist system is going to go into production anytime soon, they provide a fascinating glimpse into one of the most radical projects in motorcycling at the moment. RIDERS RISK PERMANENT HEARING DAMAGE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS Motorcyclists are at risk of permanently damaging their hearing after just 15 minutes of riding at 62mph, seven minutes at 74mph or three minutes at 87mph, research has found. The study, carried out by Germany’s automobile association, ADAC, has shown that riding a motorbike at 62mph typically generates a wind noise of 95dB, which can permanently damage hearing after a quarter of an hour. At 74mph, the wind noise can be expected to reach 98dB, which will prove harmful after just seven minutes of exposure. Motorcyclists who regularly ride at highway speeds without earplugs are at risk of Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL), which can occur when exposed to long or repeated sounds 85dB or above. Prolonged exposure could result in tinnitus, a form of permanent ringing in the ears. Helmets don’t help, and it isn’t the sound of the motorcycle causing all the noise; “It’s the wind noise that can cause permanent hearing loss,” explains Ohio A.I.M. Attorney Ralph Buss, who has represented a client who was ticketed for wearing earplugs. Using earplugs in Ohio while operating a vehicle has been illegal since 1989 and the law, which was enacted largely in response to stereo headphones in cars, doesn’t allow earplugs to be worn by motorcyclists or motorists. That may soon change if ABATE of Ohio has its way, as legislation has been introduced to permit motorcyclists to wear earplugs for hearing protection. HB548 was introduced on March 13 by Representative Riordan McClain (R-Upper Sandusky) and would add motorcycle riders to a short list of mostly emergency personnel who are exempted from the law. Similarly, a law in California allowed only for “custom earplugs,” but was amended in 2004 to allow individuals to wear earplugs that don’t block the sounds of horns or emergency sirens. ALOHA FREEDOM OF CHOICE April 2018

Resolutions have been introduced in the Hawaii legislature on March 1st “Urging the Department of Transportation to submit legislation for a universal helmet law in Hawaii requiring all operators and riders of motorcycles, motor scooters, mopeds and bicycles to wear safety helmets.” The partisan Democratic measures, House Resolution 41 and House Concurrent Resolution 53, call for the DOT to expedite implementation of its strategic goal for motorcycle, motor scooter, and moped safety by submitting legislation for a universal helmet law by the Regular Session of 2019. Both await consideration in the House Transportation Committee. The Aloha State is currently one of 31 states that allow adult riders to choose to wear a helmet, with 19 states requiring all motorcyclists to wear approved headgear. CALIFORNIA INTRODUCES ANTI-PROFILING BILL Anti-profiling legislation, Assembly Bill No. 2972, has been introduced in the California legislature to define the term “motorcycle profiling” and prohibit peace officers from engaging in motorcycle profiling. Introduced February 16, 2018 by Assemblymember Anna Marie Caballero (D-Salinas), AB2972 would define the term “motorcycle profiling” as the illegal consideration of the fact that a person is riding a motorcycle or wearing motorcycle or motorcycle club-related clothing as a factor in law enforcement decisions. Further, the bill stipulates that “A person who has been subjected to motorcycle profiling in violation of this section has a private right of action to enjoin that action and to seek damages, including punitive damages and reasonable attorney’s fees and court costs, against the peace officer and the employing agency of the peace officer.” Several other states have considered bills to prohibit profiling motorcyclists, but Washington became the first state to pass such a law in 2011, followed more recently by Maryland in 2016. In addition, two bills in Congress seek to end profiling of motorcycle riders on the federal level; H.Res.318 and S.Res.154 -- “Promoting awareness of motorcycle profiling and encouraging collaboration and communication with the motorcycle community and law enforcement officials to prevent instances of profiling.” QUOTABLE QUOTE: “Someone is sitting in the shade today because someone planted a tree a long time ago.” ~ Warren Buffet, Investor and Philanthropist

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There are two statues in a park; one of a nude man and one of a nude woman, posed to elegantly cover their privates. They had been facing each other across a pathway for a hundred years, when one day an angel comes down from the sky and, with a single gesture, brings the two to life. The angel tells them, ‘As a reward for being so patient through a hundred blazing summers and dismal winters, you have been given life for thirty minutes to do what you’ve wished to do the most.’ He looks at her, she looks at him, and they go running behind the shrubbery. The angel waits patiently as the bushes rustle and giggling ensues. After fifteen minutes, the two return, out of breath and laughing. The angel tells them, ‘Um, you have fifteen minutes left, would you care to go again?’ He asks her ‘Shall we?’ She eagerly replies, ‘Oh, yes, let’s! But let’s change positions. This time, I’ll hold the pigeon down while you crap on its’ head.’ --------------------------------------------------------------------A biker couple, just married during Bike Week, were in their honeymoon suite on their wedding night. As they undressed for bed, the husband, who was a big burly man, tossed his pants to his hot bride and said, “Here, put these on.” She put them on, and the waist was twice the size of her body. “I can’t wear your pants,” she said. “That’s right!!” said the husband, “and don’t you forget it. I’m the man who wears the pants in this family!” With that she flipped him her panties and said, “Try these on.” He tried them on and found he could only get them on as far as his kneecaps. He said, “Hell, I can’t get into your panties!” She said, “That’s absolutely right, and that’s the way it’s going to be until you adjust your attitude, big boy.” --------------------------------------------------------------------A man boards a plane with six kids. After they get settled in their seats, a woman sitting across the aisle leans over to him and asks, “Are all of those kids yours?” He looks bewildered at her and replies, “No. I work for a condom company. These are customer complaints.” 34

A man and woman were having a quiet, romantic dinner in a fine restaurant. They were gazing lovingly at each other and holding hands. The waitress, taking another order at a table a few steps away, suddenly noticed the woman slowly sliding down her chair, under the table and under the table cloth but the man stared straight ahead. The waitress watched as the woman slid all the way down her chair and totally out of sight under the tablecloth. Still, the man stared straight ahead. The waitress, thinking this behavior a bit risqué and worried that it might offend other diners, went over to the table and, tactfully, began by saying to the man, “Pardon me sir, but I think your wife just slid under the table.” The man calmly looked up at her and said, “No she didn’t, she just walked in.” --------------------------------------------------------------------A teacher asks the kids in her 5th grade class: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Little Johnny says: “I wanna’ start out as a Fighter Pilot, then be a billionaire, go to the most expensive clubs, find me the finest ho’ money can buy, give her a Ferrari worth over a million bucks, an apartment in Copacabana, a mansion in Paris, a jet to travel throughout Europe, a no-limit Visa Platinum, and all the while...banging her like a screen door in a hurricane.” The teacher, shocked and not knowing what to do with this horrible response decides not to acknowledge what he said and simply continue with the lesson. “Alright then, and how about you, Sarah?” “I wanna’ be Johnny’s ho’”. --------------------------------------------------------------------A Doctor asks his patient; whom is a pregnant prostitute, “Well, do you know who the father is?” Prostitute looks at the Doc and very exhaustedly replies, “Oh, for goodness sake, if you ate a can of beans, would you know which one made you fart?.” ---------------------------------------------------------------------

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EVENTS

Biker Rags Swap Meet Date: 04/01/2018 Time: 10:00 AM Location: Biker Rags, 10609 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37922 Sunday, April 1st in the Biker Rags parking lot at 10am until all the vendors are gone. Bring your new, used and vintageparts, leathers and accessories- and even that ‘for sale’ motorcycle you have sitting in your driveway. Set up a table, throw out a blanket, or use the tailgate of your truck and you’re in business. Everyone is welcome and admission and set up are Free. Join us! Nirvana Roadhouse Sunday Funday’s Date: 04/01/2018, 04/08/2018, 04/15/2018, 04/22/2018, 04/29/2018 Time: 12:30 PM Location: Nirvana Roadhouse, 704 Britton Hollow Road, Pulaski, TN 38478 Take an awesome ride to the country and spend a great day hanging at our backwoods bar with plenty of outdoor seating to enjoy the view! Grilling something great for lunch, friendliest staff anywhere, and Bikini Bike Washes (weather permitting) Adult games and house band Soul Shakerz playing ol biker bar favorites!! What more could ya want, right?? C Ya There!

Chopper’s Grill Industry Night Date: 04/05/2018 – 04/26/2018 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Industry Night Every Thursday Night with Live Music from Odie Martin 6-9pm. Bring Your Server Card or Paystub. Giving Back To Those That Give So Much! Chopper’s Grill Karaoke Friday Night Date: 04/06/2018, 04/13/2018, 04/20/2018, 04/27/2018 Time: 9:00 PM – 1:00 AM Location: Chopper’s Grill, 1200 Donelson Ave., Old Hickory, TN 37138 It’s gonna be a great time every Friday Night at Chopper’s Grill Karaoke! Come on down for a great time! 6th Annual Mule Day Bike Blessing Date: 04/07/2018 Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Location: Advance Auto Parts, 300 South James Campbell Blvd, Columbia, TN 38401 Bike Blessing begins at 9am @ Advance Auto Parts parking lot, we will have hot dogs, chips and drinks. All vehicles welcome! Mule Day is also that day – Street will be open to Advance Auto Parts, stop by!

Chopper’s Grill Funtastic Sunday’s Date: 04/01/2018, 04/08/2018, 04/15/2018, 04/22/2018, 04/29/2018 Time: 4:00 PM Location: Chopper’s Grill, 1200 Donelson Ave., Old Hickory, TN 37138 Funtastic Sunday’s at Chopper’s are awesome with Free Food from 4pm till it’s gone. This is the place for Nascar Racing and a great way to end your weekend!

Combat Vets Scavenger Hunt Date: 04/07/2019 Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Location: Rocky Top H-D, 105 Waldens Main St., Pigeon Forge, TN 37863 “Vets Helping Vets” Scavenger Hunt. Registration for bikes, cars, and trucks is $25 + $5 per additional passenger. Or preregister at https://www.combatvets18-3.com/ scavenger-hunt.html Lunch is included at “No Way Jose’s after the ride. All proceeds go toward assisting Veteran causes in East Tennessee. FMI: call Jerm at 512-2645529.

Chopper’s Grill Bike Night & Crystal Karaoke Date: 04/04/2018, 04/11/2018, 04/18/2018, 04/25/2018 Time: 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM Location: Chopper’s Grill, 1200 Donelson Ave., Old Hickory, TN 37138 Come sing with Crystal every Wednesday night at Bike Night! Always a great time with Crystal Karaoke at Chopper’s Grill.

Bumpus H-D of Murfreesboro Photo Scavenger Hunt Date: 04/07/2018 Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Location: Bumpus H-D of Murfreesboro, 2250 NW Broad St., Murfreesboro, TN 37129 Have a little fun in taking selfies in M’boro and Maybe you’ll ride away with a $100 gift card. It’s Free to play.

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Neon Moon Mule Day Poker Run Date: 04/07/2018 Time: 1:00 PM Location: Neon Moon, 900 Riverside Drive, Columbia, TN 38401 Breakfast, Chicken Drop, Wet T-Shirt Contest, Raffle, Live Music, Cajun Boil!! Poker Run Leaving at 1:00 pm. All proceeds benefit Pastor Ron’s TN Biker Medical Clinic. FMI contact Betty Jo at 931-626-7770. Chopper’s Grill Saturday Crystal Karaoke Date: 04/07/2018, 04/21/2018, 04/28/2018 Time: 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM Location: Chopper’s Grill, 1200 Donelson Ave., Old Hickory, TN 37138 Saturday Nights at Chopper’s Grill! Come sing your favorite songs and enjoy an awesome atmosphere or just relax and have a drink....always a good time at Chopper’s Grill! Smoky Mountain Cannonball Run Date: 04/14/2018 Time: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Location: Smoky Mountain H-D, 1820 Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN 37801 Are you ready for round 3? Maps are updated with changes. On this go around you will have 7 hours/80 stops using our C.B.R. 100 mile radius map to complete the challenge. The Smoky Mountain Cannonball Run is a one-day challenge for any-skill-level rider and their machine. Test your navigation and logistical skills as you and your team of 2 or more bikes ride the scenic highways of the Smoky Mountains, Cumberland Plateau, and Ocoee River Gorge. This is a team event, so single riders we will be paired. You have 7hrs to collect points from 80 locations within a 100 mile radius of SMHD. Special Edition, Smoky Mountain Cannonball Run Maps marked with locations and their corresponding point value will be provided to each team. There are no defined or mandatory routes, you determine you ride. To collect points, a selfie including the location (waterfall, road sign, building marker, etc), along with you official team number is required. Log each location on your Cannonball Run scorecard and results will be verified upon completion. Win, lose, or draw, the Smoky Mountain Cannonball Run is sure to be an epic adventure on some of the best motorcycle roads in the USA… Registration begins at 8am (all riders must be out by 11am) $25 per rider w/ passenger $35.

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Three Degrees Masonic MC 5th Annual Cancer Poker Run Date: 04/14/2018 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM Location: Highway 12 Motorsports, 5110 Ashland City Hwy, Nashville, TN 37218 This year’s cancer poker run recipient will be Braxton Fugua. All proceeds go to Mr. Fugua’s family. It is for family and every bit goes to family. We appreciate anyone who comes and does the ride. Registration 10am, KSU 11:30am. $25 per hand, $5 extra cards. Food, drinks, live music and door prizes. Bumpus H-D of Murfreesboro H-D Demo Ride Event Date: 04/14/2018 – 04/15/2018 Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Location: Bumpus H-D of Murfreesboro, 2250 NW Broad St., Murfreesboro, TN 37129 Test ride a brand new 2018 H-D. The official Demo truck will be here and Demo rides are Free. Must have valid “M” license and proper riding gear. Chopper’s Grill Benefit for Squeakie Date: 04/14/2018 Time: 12:00 PM Location: Chopper’s Grill, 1200 Donelson Ave., Old Hickory, TN 37138 As you all know James Squeikie Hobbs left us and we all miss him so much. There some things left that we need to help Jill Bradley Hobbs with. So please join us for a B’que Dinner, Auction, and Rebel Rulez Live 3-7pm. KSU @ 12:30pm. Chopper’s Grill Kicking-Off Spring Date: 04/15/2018 Time: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM We are Kicking-Off Spring at Chopper’s with The Odie Martin Wreckless Rebel’s from 3-7pm! Fight Night at The Shed Date: 04/20/2018 Time: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM Location: The Shed Smokehouse & Juke Joint, 1820 W. Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN 37801 Valor Fights presents Fight Night at The Shed! Get smoked with the best amateur MMA action in the southeast on 4/20! $30 GA tickets. Limited seating. Feel free to bring your own chairs. Plenty of standing room. $500 VIP Tables are available! Table

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seats 6 people and is located on The Shed stage! Advertise your business during the event! Contact josh.formont@smh-d.com for more information. Appleton H-D 2019 Calendar Shoot Date: 04/21/2018 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Location: Appleton H-D, 2501 Hwy 41-A Bypass, Clarksville, TN 37043 EM Modeling Agency and their girls will be doing a shoot for an Appleton H-D 2019 Calendar. The models will be on hand to take photos with you and your bikes and to sign autographs. This will make to be a very fun Saturday morning. Car Cruise In & Rolling Thunder Poker Run Date: 04/21/2018 Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM Location: Swifty’s Atomic Cafe, 119 South Illinois Ave., Oak Ridge, TN 37830 Come see vintage Mustangs, VW’s, Mopar oldies as well as vintage motorcycles. This event will also host a local Rolling Thunder Poker Run. Come join us for a great afternoon of Cars and Bikes! Bumpus H-D of Murfreesboro Bike Night Date: 04/26/2018 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Bumpus H-D of Murfreesboro, 2250 NW Broad St., Murfreesboro, TN 37129 Spring is here and it’s time for our first bike night of the season. Join us for music, food and fellowship. Nirvana Roadhouse Spring Bike Rally Date: 04/27/2018 – 04/29/2018 Location: Nirvana Roadhouse, 704 Britton Hollow Road, Pulaski, TN 38478 2nd annual event on a beautiful 100 acre farm in southern TN. Complete with Burlesque Shows & Grinder Girls. Bands: Fri., 4 Miles Gone – Sat., Soul Shakerz. Hot showers and primitive camping. RVs okay but no hook ups. Hosting adult and bike games, raffles, Chicken Drop, and plenty of twisted fun, so 21 and over only. Hoppin bar on site. Great people and enuf booze to drown us all. Just 1 hr. south of Nashville and 45 min to Lynchburg. Unbelievable riding area!! Still taking vendors!! More Info?? Call 931-309-2581. C Ya There!! Appleton H-D Cowboys & Kickstands Date: 04/28/2018 Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM Location: Appleton H-D, 2501 Hwy 41-A

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Bypass, Clarksville, TN 37043 Our first of the riding season kick off outdoor event. And it’s definitely time to be outside for a change. Join us and lets kick this riding season into high gear. Band to be announced, but we will be crankin up the tunes. Bumpus H-D of Murfreesboro Cinco de Mayo Date: 05/05/2018 Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Location: Bumpus H-D of Murfreesboro, 2250 NW Broad St., Murfreesboro, TN 37129 Cinco de Mayo and Tom’s going to be grilling up Fajitas for everyone. The EMS truck will be here with Emergency Margaritas & Sangrias as well!

Vintage Car and Motorcycle Cruise In Date: 05/05/2018 Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Location: Floyd’s Antiques, 5711 Western Ave., Knoxville, TN 37921 Vintage car and motorcycle cruise in. Vintage Mustangs, Mopar classics, VW’s and other show cars on display. On site music and food will help celebrate CinqoDe Mayo! Buffalo Valley Amateur Hillclimb Spring Race Date: 05/06/2018 Time: 12:00 PM Location: Buffalo Valley Dragway, 680 Rock Springs Rd, Buffalo Valley, TN 38548 Sponsored by Thunder Roads® Magazine of Tennessee. Family fun for all ages. General admission $10, children under 12 free admission. RV parking available. Gates open at 8:00am, rider registration closes at 11:30am, Hillclimb begins at 12:00 noon. Classes include youth and adult amateur of all ages. ATV’s and motorcycles. $15 first class, $10 each additional class. AMA Membership required, purchase single day or full membership on site. Hooligan Exhibition class, Old School Hillclimbing at its best! Site of AMA Pro AM Double Header weekend, Sept 15-16, 2018. I-40 Buffalo Valley Exit 268, 20 minutes West of Cookeville. For more information call 615-948-0992 0r 932260-9509. Like us on Facebook at Buffalo Valley Hillclimb.

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Knoxville H-D 50th Anniversary Party Date: 05/10/2018 – 05/12/2018 Time: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Location: Knoxville H-D, 5810 Clinton Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37912 Join Knoxville H-D for their biggest blowout party in their 50 year history! They’ll kick off things Thursday night with Bike Night at The Garage and the opening of the American Motor Drome Wall of Death! So much more will be added to this event over the next few months. Make sure you mark attending on the Facebook event page so you get all the updates as they come in! Hawg Valley Bike Rally Date: 05/16/2018 - 05/20/2018 Time: 12:00 PM – 8:00 AM Location: 123 Corley Chapel Road, Graham, KY 42344 Adults-Only Bike-friendly party in beautiful Graham, KY, halfway between Paducah and Elizabethtown. Only $35 per person all weekend. Support vehicle fees $20 - a support vehicle is a car, truck, trailer, camper, golf cart, etc. Bikes and trailers pulled by bikes are Free! Bands every night Thursday-Saturday. After Party in the World-Famous Boogie Barn Every Night! Charity In-The-Park Poker Run! Smoky Mountain Thunder Memorial Ride XVIII Date: 05/27/2018 Time: 10:00 AM Location: Sevier County Courthouse, 125 Court Ave, Sevierville, TN 37862 May 27th motorcyclists will once again gather in downtown Sevierville at the Sevier County Courthouse. The reason is to pay Tribute to all Fallen Military. It has been described by those who participate and have seen it as being one of the most unusual and unique Memorial Weekend events they have ever seen. The event’s opening ceremony starts at 10:00 A.M. in Sevierville, TN. It consists of Patriotic singing, guest speaker, placing a wreath at the Veteran’s Monument and Taps marks the beginning of this event. The police escorted 65 mile ride leaves, rain or shine, at 11:00 A.M. There are No Fees for this ride! Once all of the motorcycles have arrived at Veter-

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an’s Overlook on top of Clinch Mountain in Grainger County, the closing ceremony will begin. Patriotic music, placing of the wreath, 21 Gun Salute followed by Taps will conclude the event. For additional information about the event go to our website: www.smokymountainthunder. net or e-mail Ron Giddis at rongiddis@ smokymountainthunder.net. Ph. 865453-6532, cell 865-654-1851. SMT is also on Facebook Smoky Mountain Thunder Page. Great Smoky Mountain HOG Rally Date: 05/29/2018 – 06/02/2018 Location: 1820 Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN 37801 The Great Smoky Mountains HOG Rally in Maryville, TN is a five day event with all admission costs included with your registration. The city of Maryville is rolling out the red carpet as they welcome you and all riders to their charming town. Located just fifteen minutes from Tennessee’s third largest city, Knoxville, Maryville sits at the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. It’s the perfect home base surrounded by some of the best riding in the country. You will enjoy daily guided rides, an abundance of non-guided rides, nightly entertainment “tributing” Rock and Roll’s most beloved acts and more southern charm and hospitality than you can ever imagine. Register for $35 and receive a t-shirt, patch and pin with your registration. Reserve your room today and turn a great trip into an unforgettable journey. Wouldn’t you rather be in the Smokies! Register Now at http://bit.ly/HOGSmokyMtn Bag Lady Sue’s American Rebel Rendezvous Date: 05/31/2018 – 06/03/2018 Location: American Rebel Park, 3301 Natural Bridge Rd, Waynesboro, TN 38485 A motorcycle event in the hill country of middle Tennessee with Concerts, Biker Games, Contests, Great Camping, Vendors and Lots More. Featuring Bag Lady Sue, Wayland, Tim Montana & Shreadnecks, Jasmine Cain, The Bastard Bearded Irishmen and More. Plus the riding in this area to die for! Showers and port-a-potties on site. Food and Merchandise vendors on site. Dry camping, generators OK. Electric hookups available. Bring all your toys!!! Buffalo river access,

bring your floats, kayaks, fishing rods and tubes. 21 and up only. Well behaved fur babies ok. No firearms allowed. FMI: americanrebelrendezvous.com 6th Annual Bad Habit Biker Bash Date: 06/01/2018 – 06/03/2018 Location: Barb’s Place, 1027 Rose Hill Rd., Pulaski, TN 38478 6th Annual Bad Habit Biker Bash Motorcycle Rally June 1st, 2nd, and 3rd. $30 all weekend, includes entry and camping. Gates open 10 am on June 1st. 2 Live Bands Friday night, 3 live bands Saturday starting at noon! Vendors and Food concessions, Plus Full Food Menu in Bar, Bike Show, Bike Games and More! Vendor fee is $50, includes 2 weekend passes. For more info search Bad Habit Biker Bash on FB or call 931-477-0870.

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BARS & RESTAURANTS Bobarosa Saloon 2299 Highway 25/70 E Del Rio, TN 37727 (423) 613-9726 www.bobarosasaloon.com Bent Wrench Roadhouse 4724 Ashland City Road Fredonia, TN 37146 931-362-4774 www. thebentwrenchroadhouse.com Bull & Thistle Pub 102 S Main Street Gainesboro, TN 38562 (931) 268-7170 www.bullandthistle.com Chopper’s Grill & Bar 1200 Donelson Ave Old Hickory, TN 37138 615-894-7020 www.choppertn.com Double E Bar/Grill 4957 Lebanon Pike Old Hickory, TN 37138 615-885-3400

The Shed 1820 Lamar Alexander Pkwy Maryville, TN 37801 865-977-1669 CAMPGROUNDS Cacklebery Campground “Home of the Big Rooster” 560 Tomoka Farms Rd CR 415 New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168 386-428-5459

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GROCERIES Lewis Country Store 5106 Old Hickory Blvd. Nashville, TN (615) 255-7755 Gas-Up, Unique Shop, Fresh Food

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PARTS & ACCESSORIES Amsoil info@myguy4oil.com 615-389-1149 www.myguy4oil.com Reference #1569065 Biker Rags 10609 Kingston Pike Knoxville, TN 37922 (865) 693-5808 bikerrags.com

Tennessee Gun Country 1435 Fort Campbell Blvd Clarksville, TN 37042 www.tnguncountry.com (931) 552-2118

Catalyst Cycles 1074 Courier Place, Ste 402 Smyrna, TN 37167 (615) 984-7969 www.catalystcycles.com

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FTD Customs 156 Commerce Drive Hendersonville, TN 37075 www.ftdcustoms.com (615) 824-2811

AIM/NCOM Richard M. Lester 800-531-2424/1-800-on-a-bike www.onabike.com Garza Law Firm PLLC 550 West Main Street 550 #340 Knoxville, TN 37902 Phone: 865-329-6982 Toll Free: 866-893-8413 www.garzalaw.com Steelhorse Law 3715 Northside Pkwy NW Building 300, Suite 650 Atlanta, GA 30327 888-382-6878 www.steelhorselaw.com

LEATHER & REPAIR Brotherhood Leathers @ Bobarosa Saloon 2299 Highway 25/70 E Del Rio, TN 37727 116 East Main Street Rogersville, TN 37857 (423) 293-3777 https://brotherhoodleathers.com Buckle and Hide Leather 197 Enon Spring Road West Smyrna, TN 37167 www.bucklehideleather.com 615-768-5041

MINISTRIES Covenant Confirmers Ministries, Inc. Pastor Ron Baptiste A “Biker Church” for All Bikers & Their Families. (615) 384-9010 www.covenantconfirmers.org

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POWDER COATING A & A Powder Coating Inc 1207 Louisville Hwy Goodlettsville, TN 37072 (615) 859-9479

SERVICES Avon the company for women & now men too! For Easy On-Line Ordering Visit: www.youravon.com/denisehigh Tennessee Biker Medical Clinic 300 10th Ave E Springfield, TN 37172 www.covenantconfirmers.org Wash-Zilla 271 New Shackle Island Rd. Hendersonville, TN 37073 3855 Dickerson Pike Nashville, TN 37207

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CLUBS Confederation of Motorcycle Clubs of the The Great State of Tennessee

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State Chairman: Tommy 1% AOA State Vice Chairman: Tanker 1% AOA State Secretary: Fixer New Attitudes MC State Treas.: Jodie Confedrate Drifters MC State Chaplin: Rick Sons of God MC State COC Website: tenncoc.com Email tenncoc@gmail.com

TENNESSEE COC TENNESSE ICOB Members Members 2017 2017 4-Way In MC

Secret City MC

Crossroad Riders MM

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Soldiers For Jesus MC

Bikers Against Child Abuse

American Steel MC

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Knights of Thunder

Bikers for Christ M/M

Southern Iron MC

Knuckleheads

Black Pistons MC

Southern Sons MC

Lost Legion

Bond Slaves MC

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Styker MC

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Highlanders MC

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Lost Cause MC

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Marines MC

Cappy's Regulators

Misfilts MC

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Mountain Rebels MC

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My Brother's Keeper MC

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Nightriders MC

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Peaceful Few MC

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ORGANIZATIONS BACA www.bacausa.com Volunteer State Chapter-Lebanon, TN (865-951-4224) E Volunteer State Chapter-Vonore, TN (615-715-5039) BIKERS WHO CARE www.bikerewhocane.org Bikers Who Care is a organization of motorcycle enthusiasts dedicated to supporting The Dream Factory of Clarksville, TN by sponsoring Camp Rainbow, a summer camp for seriously ill children BLUE KNIGHTS The BLUE KNIGHTS® is a non-profit fraternal organization consisting of active and retired law enforcement men & women who enjoy riding motorcycles. www.blueknightstnv.bizland.com CMT/ABATE CMT/ABATE, Inc. is not a •Biker Club”, but a nonprofit, political organization that was formed to preserve feedom and safety for all Tennesseans who enjoy motorcycling. Our major goals are to modify existing laws that are detrimental to motorcycle safety and enjoyment, and to enact new legislation in support of motorcyclists who ride in Tennessee. If you are concerned about preserving personal freedom and motorcycle safety, we urge you to join. Local charters play a major rote in making CMT/ABATE, Inc. an effective organization by contacting their area legislators to inform them of how the local membership feels about issues affecting motorcyclists. PO BOX 1991 MADISON, TN 37116 615-860-1991 Email: lnfo@cmtabate.com MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS FOUNDATION OF TENNESSEE WWW.MAFT.US MAFT is a non-profit 501-C-3 tax-exempt organization. We believe that educating the public to have the proper respect for motorcyclists as well other highway users will reduce accidents and deaths on our highways. We hope to reduce motorcycle accidents caused by inattentive drivers resulting in avoidable right of way collisions. Our Campaign Save A Life program is teaching new drivers in our High Schools awareness and defensive techniques to avoid these accidents. MAFT honors the survivors, the lost and the families of these accident victims at a Vigil each autumn. = Awareness, Respect and Education MAFTINFO@AOL.COM 615-799-8600

MOTOR MAIDS, INC. A diverse group of women motorcyclists united through a passion for riding while fostering a positive image and promoting safe riding skills. www.motormaids.org PATRIOT GUARD RIDERS www.PatriotGuard.org If you have any questions, please feel free to contact PGR State Captain Annette (Dreamcatcher)  615-974-3046 ROAD WARRIORS RIDING CLUB, TICB Contact@theroadwarriorsrc.com ROLLING THUNDER TENNESSEE www.rollingthundertn1.com Rolling Thunder®, Inc.’s major function is to publicize the POW-MlA issue. To educate the public of the fact that many American prisoners of war were left behind after all past wars. To help correct the past and to protect the future veterans from being left behind should they become prisoners of war-missing in action. We are committed to helping American veterans from all wars! ROLLING THUNDER®, INC., CHAPTER 1 TN Pres. Jay Barnes, Murfreesboro 615-364-1029, www.rollingthundertn1.com ROLLING THUNDER®, INC., CHAPTER 2 TN Pres. Gerri Tramel , Soddy-Daisy 423-843-1061 www.rollingthundertn2.org ROLLING THUNDER®, INC., CHAPTER 3 TN Pres. Clay Tumlin, Knoxville 865-457-4507 rttn3@comcast.net

Revelators Motorcycle Ministries Bristol TN Meeting and ride 1st Sat each month @ Burger king on west state st @ 830 am more info frank@ 423-963-5850 chaplin john @423-323-8812 www.revelatorsmm.com   Road Riders for Jesus Ministries Road Riders For Jesus is an independent, Christian faith based, motorcycle ministry that began in 1999 near St. Louis, MO. We now have over 4,000 members world-wide. To find a local chapter, call Mike at 615-828-6446 or go to the national website at www.roadridersforjesus.org. Also check us out on Facebook! Confederate Sons Association Cookeville, Tennessee see our web site for more info www.ConfederateSonsAssociation.com or e-mail larrybarnes@ConfederateSonsAssociation.com Mercy Hands Street Ministries P.O. Box 1515 Dickson, TN 37056 931-670-2351 Hog Heaven Ministries Harley Riders for Jesus Vic Richardson 931-729-1091 hogheavennmislries@yahoo.com GOLD WING TOURING ASSN. CHAPTER HARPETH VALLEY RIDERS Contact Damy & Joyce Emter, Chapter Directors Phone: 615-244-1456 e: DannyEmter@msn.com

ROLLING THUNDER®, INC., CHAPTER 4 TN Pres. Alan Sipe, Johnson City 423-329-3152, www.rollingthundertn4.com

American Legion Riders (Post 95, Eastridge,TN) Open to American Legion Members and Associates. We participate in parades, ceremonies, and promote motorcycle safety. We also provide a social atmosphere for Legion members who share the same interests. Join us for Fun, friendship and interesting motorcycle rides. ezriderintn@aol.com

ROLLING THUNDER®, INC. Rolling Thunder Chapter 6 Pres. Jim Phelps, Gleason 731-514-0733, jimphelps@charter.net Sons of Liberty Riders RC, TCIB Pres. Randy Elser Madisonville 423-536-8035 tnsolrrc@gmail.com

Black Sheep Black Sheep Harley-Davidsons for Christ is more than just a motorcycle club. It’s a motorcycle ministry of men and women that ride for Jesus: helping and serving H.O.G. members and chapters across the country. For more information contact Jeff Pierce 615.653.5065 or visit our web site: wwwblacksheephdfc.org

T.H.R.C.A. The Tennessee Honda Riders Club www.mthrc.org Kerbela Motor Corps Donnie Anderson 865-806-2097 www.shrinershq.org

Road Riders for Jesus Motorcycle Ministries Chattanooga, TN. Meeting and ride 3rd Sat each month @ City Cafe on corner Lee Hwy and Bonny Oaks @ 11:00 AM more info Johnny @ 423 605 5026 ,www.roadridersforjesus.org

TN VALLEY RIDERS Fayettevilte,TN Web page: tennesseevalleyriders.org Doesn’t matter what you ride or who you are everyone welcome. No dues, Fun Riding Group helping those in need. For more info triplef@cafes.net   GWRRA We are the world’s largest single-marque social organization for owners and riders of Honda Gold Wing & Valkyrie motorcycles and, some would say, the world’s largest family. Dedicated to our motto, Friends for Fun, Safety and Knowledge, GWRRA members enjoy the freedom of belonging to a not-for-profit, non-reigious and non-political organization. http://www.gwrra.org MID SOUTH RIDERS Meetings held the 2nd Sunday of the month @ Shady Rest Biker Bar,Timbte,TN www.midsouthriders.com MUSIC CITY AMCA Music City Chapter of the Antique Motorcycle Club of America http://www.musiccitychapteramca.com/ ASSOCIATIONS VFW Post 5266 Morristown, TN Riders Association Open to all active duty, reservists, guards, and retired military members who are eligible to join the VFW. We meet at 11AM the 2nd Saturday of each month at the Morristown VFW Post 5266. We are a Veteran driven Association, that supports the surrounding areas Veterans. We also support locally “The Daily Bread and Food On Foot.” Contact Michael Jacobs, President VFW Riders Association @ 423312-6220 or on FaceBook @ VFW Riders Morristown, TN Christian Motorcyclists Association Organized in 1975 for the purpose of reaching the motorcycle world with the gospel of Jesus Christ. The only requirement for becoming a member of CMA is that you be a Christian. For more info contact the TN State Coordinator, JW Allgood, 615-830-3183 or jwa400@comcast.net. TENNESSEE CHAPTERS Athens/Trinity Warriors #994 Kingsport/Rays of the Son #199 Chattanooga/Choo-Choo Wheels Knoxville/Inspiration Riders #64 of Worship #204 McMinnville/Holy Spirit Clarksville/Prayerborne Reigns #887 Eagles #467 Memphis/Wheels of Grace #710 Cleveland/Gatekeeper #615 Morristown/Lakeway Warriors #999 Columbia/Knights for Christ #448 Murfreesboro/Cornerstone Cookeville/Blood Bought Riders #940 Bikers #614 Mt. Juliet/Steel Witness #1205 Covington/Ransomed Riders #898 Nashville/Lions of Judah #405 Crossville/Cumberland Cruisers Paris/West TN Cruisers for Christ #802 for Christ #1002 Cumberland Gap/Clinton Pulaski/Redemption Riders #1100 Forming Chapter #2508 Springfield/ Bikers of Grace Dover/Iron Horse Revelators #1210 Forming Chapter #2738 Dyersburg/Dyersburg Tullahoma/Outriders for Christ #616 Disciples #978 Union City/Reelfoot Light Jackson/Steelhorse Prophets #709 Riders #897 Jonesborough/Fellowship of the Unashamed #1208

The Biker Church Covenant Confirmers Ministries Inc. www.covenantconfirmers.org Three Degrees Masonic Motorcycle Club Contact: Grang Chapter Secretary @ e-mail: ironmason@hotmail.com or Past President: Free Bird @ freebird3d@yahoo.com Southern Cruisers www.southerncruisers.net #435 Beech River #273 Bristol #034 Chatanooga #058 Clarksville #410 Copperhill #323 Covington #285 Crossroads #320 Cumberland Gap #423 Eagle Bluff

#211 Golden Circle #250 Greenville #282 Highland Rim #000 Memphis #006 Middle #059 Montgomery Bell #077 Northeast #483 Northwest #153 Shiloh

Wheels Of Faith Ministry A nondenominational organization with the purpose and goal of spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ through word & work, and to provide a Christian atmosphere where we gather and ride our motorcycles. www. wheelsoffaith.com W.O.W. Women on Wheels Cool Lady Cruisers Chattanooga, TN joandcharlie@bellsouth.net HOG CHAPTERS The Dragon Chapter, Maryville 865-977-1669 Eastern TNChapter 865-457-7893 Ghost River Chapter Collierville, TN www.ghostriverhogchapter.com

Mule Town Chapter 931--540-0099 www.muletownrider.com Nashville Music City Chapter 615-242-6067 Northwestern 731-885-1792

Golden Circle Jackson Chapter 731-627-2288 www.qchoq.com

Thunder Creek Chattanooga Chapter 423-892-4888

Middle Tennessee 615-771-7775

Tri City Chapter 423-283-0422

Murfreesboro Chapter 615-849-8025 615-242-6067

Tuckessee Clarksville Chapter (931)648-1607

The Dragon Chapter, Maryville 865-977-1669

Twin Lakes Morristown Chapter 423-586-5343

Memphis Chapter THUNDER 28 webguru@memphishog.com THUNDER ROADS ROADS MAGAZ MAGAZ 28

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