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CALENDAR OF EVENTS LISTINGS Contact: Denise High, Events Calendar Administrator for TRM 615-389-1016 submit them at: thunderroadstennessee.com What’s on the site goes in the mag!
DISTRIBUTED IN TENNESSEE ONLY!
(We Have State Owners/Publishers, Not Regional Sales Areas)
Just How Many Mags From The Wannabe’s Actually Stay In Tennessee When They Sell To So Many Regional Areas?
Fall is right around the corner, officially it starts on the 22nd of this month and I for one cannot wait!! It is my favorite time of the year in general, but it’s also my favorite time of the year for riding because the scenery is ideal, there is a lot of beauty to be seen in our neck of the woods! It’s also my favorite time for attending events and there are a lot of great ones coming up this month! The 11th Annual Redneck Rumble, 35th Annual Leslie W. Watson Memorial Toy Run & Benefit Party, Nashville Bike Week One Year Countdown PreParty, and the Buffalo Valley AMA Amateur Hillclimb, just to name a few. Check out the events page for more! We get asked a lot of questions about Nashville Bike Week 2017, so if you’re wondering what the buzz is about… Come see for FREE! Come help Nashville Bike Week kick off its 1 year countdown to their 2017 rally at Loretta Lynn Ranch, September 16th & 17th at the Scoreboard Bar & Grill on Music Valley Drive. Vendors from the top bike builders and manufacturers will be there, they will have some awesome live entertainment with a SURPRISE HEADLINING ACT and THEY ARE GIVING AWAY A HARLEY! Visit nashvillebikeweek.com for all the details or see the ad in this issue and we hope to see you there! If you’re not out Checking-In at Ride Stops on the Tennessee Thunder Run, you are missing out on an opportunity to win some great monthly prizes, not to mention the End of Season GRAND Prizes to be given away in November! We have 2 sets of Custom Wheels from FTD Customs, Nashville Bike Week tickets, a Custom Paint Job by Paint by Lemon, these are just a few of the great grand prizes you could win, but you can’t win anything if you’re not out checking-in. Every Check-In is another chance to WIN, so get out and Ride to WIN!! If you don’t have your ride card yet, it’s never too late, the card doesn’t expire, you can use it again next year and a lot of the ride stops will be offering off-season discounts to ride card holders. You can pick up your FREE Tennessee Thunder Run Ride n’ Win card at any of the Registration/Ride Stop listed in this issue and on our website. Ride card holders, make sure you look to see if your ride card number is listed as a winner so you can claim your prize. Get out and RIDE, check-in to as many stops as you can and HAVE FUN!
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Chaplain’s Corner Pastor Ron Baptiste Founder of Covenant Confirmers Ministries Inc. www.covenantconfirmers.org Founder of Tennessee Biker Medical Clinic Inc. www.tennesseebikermedicalclinic.org TN.COC State Chaplain www.tenncoc.homestead.com Member of NCOM Christian Unity Council www.facebook.com/NCOM.Christian.Unity Pastor Ron’s messages can now be downloaded off the website Leadership Skills can now be downloaded off the website
“The Conflict” We sometimes think the conflict is just between God & the devil, but the devil is not an equal power to God. The conflict is not between good & evil, the conflict is between your “spirit and your flesh.” We are a three part being: “spirit, soul, and body.” Your spirit is who you really are, your “soul” is where your mind, will, and emotions are and your “body” is just the house your “spirit & soul” reside in. 1. Your “spirit” must be “born again.” 2. Your “soul” must have “its mind renewed.” 3. Your “body’ must be brought into “subjection.” When you get “born again” the Holy Spirit comes to reside in your “spirit.” If you don’t get your “mind renewed,” your “body” will never come unto “subjection” to the Word of God. That’s why we have so many backsliding Christians that are saved by the “Spirit” but are led by the “flesh.” Point #1: 1 Thess.5:23 “our spirit may be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Point #2: Eph. 1:13 “Your spirit was sealed with that Holy Spirit of promise.” Eph.4:30 “Whereby ye are sealed unto the day of redemption.” The whole purpose of sealing is to keep the impurities (sin) out. Point #3: Rom. 6:14 “for sin shall not have dominion over you.” Therefore I make this bold statement based of the Word of God: “If you are truly a born again Christian and you do sin, your spirit man does not participate in that sin!” Your flesh participates and you will “Reap what you sowed.” But your “spirit remains sealed” keeping the impurities (sin) out. You now make a freewill choice to sin because you are “free from sin. Sin shall have no September 2016
dominion over you.” If you don’t “renew your mind you’ll never bring your body under subjection.” An American Indian proverb; “You have a good dog and a bad dog inside of you, if they get onto a fight which one wins? The one you feed the most!” This is the battle between your “spirit and flesh.” Which one do you feed the most? It is your choice. Rom.5:20-6:2 “…But where sin abounded, Grace much more abound. What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin, that Grace may abound? “GOD FORBID!” The “Flesh” has turned some of our ministers into life coaches and entertainers and have stopped reading the Good Book and started reading selfhelp books. The “Flesh” always seeks its own Identity and purpose, its own way of thinking by encouraging in self-effort, which is apart from the “spirit.” Paul warns us in Gal. 3:1 “O foolish Galatians, who has bewitched you, that you should not obey the Truth (Word of God).” Until next time, keep your face in the wind and your kickstand up. To be found faithful, Pastor Ron
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HAPPY PAWS KITTEN RESCUE HAPPY PAWS IS AN ALL VOLUNTEER FOSTER BASED RESCUE. WE HAVE NO MAIN FACILITY. APPOINTMENTS MUST BE MADE TO SEE OUR CATS. THANKS! If you would like to meet any of these loving kitties, please call Jill @ 865-765-3400 or email her at jcoffey3@hotmail.com Please fill out an application at: www.happypawskittenrescue.org Please like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/happypawskittenrescue Adoption Fee Covers: FIV/Felv testing, de-worming, vaccinations, spay/neuter, & Advantage flea prevention.
MEET MARQUIS, he is very friendly, affectionate and loving big boy. Great with other cats and kids.
TULIP is a sweetheart of a girl. Super loving and friendly. She will be a great young adult cat for any family. She has the most beautiful markings!
MEET OLLIE, so sweet and playful, he loves attention and gives it back too!!! He’s a little purring machine!!! He lives with children and other pets, the perfect addition to any family!!
MEET VADER, he is 1-2 years old and is the most laid back kitty that you will meet! He loves everyone who comes along and that includes dogs and cats. Vader will be your snuggle buddy and forever friend if you just give him chance. Vader has great litter box manners and is looking for his forever home.
SYLVESTER is a young male under 2 years old. He is a cool cat with a bobtail. He loves to be petted and loved on by his foster mom but is not a big fan of being held. He will lay next to you for hours while you work and get in your lap from time to time. He loves company and will follow you from room to room.
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Niagara Falls State Park Located in Niagara NY, 20 miles from Buffalo, the 400 acre Niagara Falls State Park is the oldest state park in the US, established as the Niagara Reservation in 1885. Frederick Law Olmstead, designer on NY City’s Central Park, created a landscape of scenic trails through woods and along the river. Of course, the centerpieces of the park are the Falls themselves. Actually, there are three falls-American, Horseshoe, and Bridal Veil. 75,750 gallons flow over the American and Bridal Veil Falls, every second, hitting the base with 280 tons of force, while the 681,750 gallons per second falling over Horseshoe Falls hits the base with a staggering 2,500 tons of force. The erosion caused by this tremendous flow of water, whose sources are lakes Michigan, Superior, Huron, and Erie, has moved the falls back over 7 miles during the past 12,000 years. The flow over the American Falls was stopped once, in 1969, when an earthen dam allowed geologists six months to study the effects of erosion. Due to the cost of any remedy, they allowed nature to takes its course. The highlight activities at the park include the famous Maid of the Mist boat tour at the base of the falls. In addition, you can hop on/hop off the Discover Niagara Shuttle along the 14 mile route, with 12 destination sites. Also, you can take the Cave of the Winds Tour, ride the Scenic Trolley, and hike the Niagara Gorge. As Judy and I were short of time, as we had just photographed a wedding, in Quantico, and traveled the Northeast US, we opted for seeing the falls from the Canadian side. Actually, the best view of both the American and Canadian falls is from Canada, so after visiting the park, be sure to cross the border. At night, huge spotlights shine, from Canadian 8
buildings, creating a colorful, changing lightshow. Fireworks over the falls usually occur at 10PM on Sunday, Wednesday, and Friday, as well as, holidays. There is a website for the schedule, by month. We, also, took the Behind the Falls experience, where you travel tunnels, carved behind a portion of the falls-poncho required. A passport is not the only form of identification required to visit Canada, but it may as well be, as it is REQUIRED to get back in the US. Also, most handguns are either prohibited or restricted, as are magazine sizes, and any allowed firearm requires a $50 registration. Be sure and check the Canadian regulations and seek nearby places in the US to store weapons, as jail time may result from noncompliance, and I know most bikers carry a weapon. I have traveled a lot, but the power and beauty of Niagara Falls must be high on everyone’s bucket list. Ride Safe and Have Fun!! Cooper
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Buffalo Valley AMA Pro Hillclimb by Bob “Bulldog” Ousley Photos: Cooper Chilton The AMA Pro Hillclimb Expert Singles Hillclimb Race at the Buffalo Valley Middle Tennessee Dragway took place on July 30, 2016. Although the day was a little warm the action was really hot. The chemists were mixing racing fuel, the riders were doing their best to walk up and check out the traction on the hill. As steep as it is that’s wasn’t easy. The hill had a couple of berms to jump and every racer had a little different variation on how to climb the hill. Some made it to the top and some didn’t. These are the results. If you haven’t taken in an AMA Hillclimb I highly recommend it. These folks will have you drop jawed at how to fly up the hill throwing mud and zookin’ all over the place. 1
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Jay Sallstrom
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PsychMXGraphix Rekluse CFX
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Seat Covers Arkport Cycles... Suzuki
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Motorsports Spectro Oil...
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Grayson, KY Jack Fannin
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Cycle Scott Powersports Matto... Honda
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THUNDER ROADS® TENNESSEE is proud to introduce the 2016 Tennessee Thunder Run Ride n’ Win Contest! It’s a state-wide, season long (April – October) riding challenge hitting great destinations and events across the great state of Tennessee.
The 2016 Tennessee Thunder Run Presented by Garza Law Firm
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HOW TO GET STARTED
IT’S REALLY THAT SIMPLE!
1. Go to any Registration Stop listed on the map with a red star or on the Stops pages. The information that you provide when you sign-up for your FREE Ride Card only goes to us and will NOT be used for any other purpose than this contest, but may be shared with the dealership you get your card from. You will not have to provide any other personal information again after this. You will be handed your FREE Ride Card right then. It has a unique number on it- take note because that is YOURS and ONLY YOURS. Once you get your card, you do not need to register again. The Ride Cards do NOT expire so hold on to it. THIS WILL BE A YEARLY CONTEST, so you’ll need it next season too! 2. Once you have your Ride Card go to any or all of the stops listed this month and show them your card! Registration Stops are also Ride Stops. That stop will write your unique Ride Card number down. Let them know if you spend over $10 there because your Ride Card number will get counted twice! 3. Check the following months issue to see if your Ride Card number is listed as a winner. You must check this each month as Thunder Roads® staff will not contact you and let you know you won. If your Ride Card number is listed as a winner, email TennesseeThunderRun@gmail.com to claim your prize. In the email please provide your name, address, phone number and Ride Card number. Again, the information only goes to us at Thunder Roads®. Please note: You only have 45 days to claim your prize from the 1st month it is listed in the magazine.
1. Get your Tennessee Ride Card. 2. Get the list of Stops each month from your Thunder Roads® Tennessee Magazine, our website, or Facebook page. 3. Ride out to these Stops and show them your card. 4. And then you win cool prizes, including cold hard CASH!
We will be adding more Registration/Ride Stops and Ride Stops across the State every month, so make sure to pick-up your copy each month of Thunder Roads® Tennessee to see that month’s Ride Stops and also to see if your Ride Card is listed as a winner!
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Winners are randomly picked from each Registration/Ride Stop and Ride Stop. The more places you check-in the greater your chances are of winning a prize from that stop or one of our sponsors prizes! If you spend $10 or more at any of the Registration/Ride Stops or Ride Stops your Ride Card number gets counted twice! Please note: The reason why this contest is FREE to you, the rider, is because of our sponsors and stops. So we want to encourage everyone to support them in return. That is why we count your Ride Card number twice if you spend $10 or more. You can check-in 1 time each week at each Registration/ Ride Stop & Ride Stop. Riders are able to win multiple prizes - based upon the drawing of their check-in. Some prize drawings are specific to only check-ins for the particular month - while others prizes are drawn from checkin’s season long. ALL CHECK-INS remain in the system for end of the season prizes!
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Thunder Roads® Tennessee will also be registering riders for Ride Cards at specific events throughout the year as we distribute magazines. Key events, such as Bike Nights may have special booth for Ride Card registrations. We will list these events each month on the Event Stops page in the magazine. In most cases, we will be offering special incentives to those checking in with their previously issued Ride Card at these stops. Thunder Roads® Tennessee will also be working with charities and various nonprofit events to include them in the Run schedule as well. This will be an easy means of encouraging participation and attracting riders from outside the local communities. In many cases, we will have specific prize drawings for those at these events. The Ride Cards will allow participants to easily and safely check in at all Stops. Some Thunder Roads® Tennessee Sponsors will also be offering discounts to readers that present the cards. Thunder Roads® will be listing special discounts and offers in the magazine throughout the year as an added value to readers and means of encouraging our partners to offer these extra savings. PLEASE NOTE: Once you have received your TENNESSEE RIDE CARD, you will not be asked to provide personal information or emails at any location for check-in. You simply enter your ride card number! This is not simply a “Chinese Fire Drill” or maddash across the state. This is a Ride program. It is meant to be a means for readers to discover new riding destinations and enjoy the ride there. In fact, we have designed the program to encourage folks to break out of their local routes and trek to the furthest corners of the state.
JUST GET OUT AND RIDE! We want to keep things exciting for you – the readers and riders on the run. We’re bikers and it’s all about the ride. We want to help create fun experiences for you and share some cool spots in our state. We have designed this run to entertain and challenge our readers – as well as promote our partners. If your business would like to be a Stop or be a Sponsor, please email us at TennesseeThunderRun@gmail.com
LET’S RIDE! As we mentioned, this is a dynamic event – intended to be tweaked and developed over time. If you have ideas, suggestions, or concerns – please don’t hesitate to let us know. You can email us at TennesseeThunderRun@gmail.com
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Appleton Harley-Davidson®
Registration & Ride Stop
2501 Highway 41A Bypass, Clarksville, TN 37043 (931) 648-1607
Mon - Sat: 9am-6pm Sun: Closed
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Boswell’s Harley-Davidson® Country Roads
Registration & Ride Stop
1424 Interstate Drive, Cookeville, TN 38501 (931) 526-3139
Mon - Thurs: 10am-5pm Fri - Sat: 10am-6pm, Sun: 11am-4pm
$25 Gift Card
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Boswell’s Harley-Davidson®: Music City
Ride Stop
180 2nd Ave North, Nashville, TN 37201 (615) 242-7078
Mon - Fri: 10am-6pm Sat: 10am-7pm, Sun: 11am-5pm
Music City H-D T-Shirt
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Boswell’s Harley-Davidson®: Nashville Location
Registration & Ride Stop
401 Fesslers Lane, Nashville, TN 37210 (800) 475-0737
Mon - Fri: 9am-6pm Sat: 9am-5pm, Sun: 12am-4pm
Boswell’s H-D Custom Challenge Coin
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Boswell’s Ring of Fire Harley-Davidson®
Registration & Ride Stop
2200 Gallatin Road, Madison, TN 37115 (615) 855-1001
Mon: Closed, Tues - Fri: 9am-6pm Sat: 8:30am-4:30pm, Sun: 11am-3pm
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Buckle and Hide Leather
Ride Stop
197 Enon Springs Rd West, Smyrna, TN 37167 (615) 768-5041
Mon - Fri: 10am-7pm Sat: 9am-5pm
$25 Off Any Chaps In Stock
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Buffalo Valley AMA Pro Hillclimb
Event Stop
680 Rock Springs Rd, Buffalo Valley, TN 38548 (931) 858-2912
July 30th 12pm - 5pm
Thunder Roads, T-Shirt, Koozie & Wristabnd
Event Stop (see us at our booth)
680 Rock Springs Rd, Buffalo Valley, TN 38548 (931) 858-2912
Sept 17th 11am - 4pm
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Buffalo Valley AMA Amateur Hillclimb
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Bumpus Harley-Davidson® of Collierville
Registration & Ride Stop
325 South Byhalia Road, Collierville, TN 38017 (901) 316-1121
Mon: Closed, Tues - Fri: 10am-6pm Sat: 9am-4pm, Sun: 11am-4pm
$25 Gift Card
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Bumpus Harley-Davidson® of Jackson
Registration & Ride Stop
326 Carriage House Drive, Jackson, TN 38305 (888) 477-2212
Mon - Fri: 9am-6pm Sat: 9am-5pm, Sun: 12pm-4pm
$100 Gift Card
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Bumpus Harley-Davidson® of Memphis
Registration & Ride Stop
2160 Whitten Road, Memphis, TN 38133 (901) 372-1121
Mon - Fri: 9am-6pm Sat: 9am-4pm, Sun: 11am-3pm
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Bumpus Harley-Davidson® of Murfreesboro
Registration & Ride Stop
2250 N.W. Broad St, Murfreesboro, TN 37129 (615) 849-8025
Mon - Fri: 9am-6pm Sat: 9am-4pm, Sun: 11am-3pm
$25 Gift Card
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Catalyst Cycles
Ride Stop
1074 Courier Place, Suite 402, Smyrna, TN 37167 (615) 984-7969
Mon - Fri: 9am-6pm Sat: 10am-2pm
$25 Store Credit
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Cherohala Skyway Harley-Davidson®
Ride Stop
1650 Cherohala Skyway, Tellico Plains, TN 37385 (423) 253-7432
Mon - Sat: 9am-5pm Sun: Closed
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Cigar Station
Ride Stop
5075 Main St, Spring Hill, TN 37174 (615) 302-4848
Mon - Sat: 12pm-10pm Sun: 12pm-6pm
5 Pack of Cigars
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Highway 12 Motorsports
Ride Stop
5110 Ashland City Hwy, Nashville, TN 37218 (615) 891-7850
Mon - Fri: 8:30am-5:30pm Sat: 8:30am-4pm
Highway 12 Custom T-Shirt
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Hillbilly Harley-Davidson®
Ride Stop
530 Parkway, Gatlinburg, TN 37738 (865) 430-1602
Mon - Fri: 10am-5pm Sat: 10am-7pm, Sun: 10am-5pm
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Knoxville Harley-Davidson®
Registration & Ride Stop
5810 Clinton Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37912 (865) 689-2454
Mon - Fri: 9am-6pm Sat: 9am-5pm, Sun: 11am-4pm
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Knoxville Harley-Davidson® West
Registration & Ride Stop
605 Lovell Road, Knoxville, TN 37932 (865) 671-2454
Mon - Fri: 9am-6pm Sat: 9am-5pm, Sun: 11am-4pm
$25 Gift Card
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Lynchburg Harley-Davidson®
Ride Stop
6 Short Street, Lynchburg, TN 37352 (931) 759-4430
Mon - Sat: 9am-4pm Sun: 10am-4pm
$25 Gift Card
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Rocky Top Harley-Davidson®
Registration & Ride Stop
105 Waldens Main St, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863 (865) 774-3445
Mon: 9:30am-7:30pm, Tues - Thurs: 10am-6pm Fri - Sat: 10am-7pm, Sun: 10am-5pm
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Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson® Kodak
Registration & Ride Stop
3607 Outdoor Sportsman Pl, Kodak, TN 37764 (865) 225-0050
Mon - Thurs: 10am-6pm Fri - Sat: 10am-7pm, Sun: 10am-5pm
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Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson®: Maryville
Registration & Ride Stop
1820 W Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN 37801 (865) 977-1669
Mon - Sat: 10am-6pm Sun: 12pm-5pm
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Tennessee Gun Country
Ride Stop
1435 Fort Campbell Blvd, Clarksville, TN 37042 (931) 552-2118
Mon - Sat: 10am-8pm Sun: 1pm-7pm
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U.S. 129 Dragon Harley-Davidson®
Ride Stop
5908 Calderwood Hwy, Tallassee, TN 37878 (865) 856-5942
Mon - Fri: 10am-5pm Sat: 10am-6pm, Sun: 10am-5pm
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Tammy Noble
47 years old and embracing adventure! I think I saw my first motorcycle when I was about 4 years old. My uncles and my father all had bikes and us kids would wait in a line at the driveway for OUR TURN! A thrilling zip around the block and back! Then as I got older our family moved out to the country and I became exposed to 4-wheelers and go carts and dirt bikes. Mostly the boys rode and the girls watched. Planting that early seed of doubt that boys are better and girls just can’t handle it. At age 22 I bought a Sea Doo wave runner and fell in love with “riding on the water” and even competed locally at Percy Priest Lake. I later at age 24 bought my first dirt bike, a used 1984 Honda 200 and I thought that was the coolest feeling ever. I even took a certification class in Scuba Diving at age 26! I put my adventurous side on hold to raise two little girls who are now 19 and 21. At age 44, I found myself at a cross roads, starting over. I remarried in 2014 to my soulmate. My husband came into our marriage with a Victory Kingpin and quickly traded that up to a 2014 Victory Cross Country. Riding all over the beautiful country side of Tennessee became our new passion. We took off to get lost on several trips and even slayed the Dragon together in east Tennessee. I felt my adventurous side coming back to life! I started wondering if I could handle a street bike? I started reading and paying attention to other women riders and with my loving husbands support and encouragement it seemed like a fabulous and exciting idea! I took the MSF beginners riding course on Mother’s Day 2016 and passed! I was on my way! My first bike was a Honda Shadow 600 VLX. (Pearl) and she took great care of me, keeping me safe and teaching me the fundamentals. Just last week my husband and I after reading and researching and window shopping, decided on a beautiful 2016 Victory Vegas! (Willow) I’m a new rider with lots to learn...but there is no denying that smile and thrill in my soul, a little girl who used to watch the boys and wonder....”can I do that”? Life is short but the roads are long! Here’s to Wind in your Hair and Knees in the Breeze! We would love to hear YOUR story! ALL ladies are welcome and encouraged to join and contribute to our monthly Lady Rider column. Please submit your story and photos to: ThunderRoadsTn@gmail.com
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13 senior managers of Harley-Davidson purchased the company from AMF in 1980. At this time, the bikes had a reputation for unreliability and were furthermore under attack by the dumping of cheaper bikes from Japan. The new owners were committed to reviving The Motor Company as demonstrated by the 1981 introduction of the innovative and high quality Superglide II, with its rubber isolated, five speed powertrain, and its successful lobbying for the tariff on large imported bikes, granted in 1983. The same year, to promote customer loyalty and Harley riding as a lifestyle, the national Harley Owners Group was formed. According to Arnie Beaman, former Regional Manager, ”Willie G” came up with the name and logo on the back of a napkin, now kept in the Harley-Davidson Museum. Mr. Lannie Boswell already recognized the need for riding companions to keep the lifestyle and loyalty alive. He formed the Music City Riders in the mid 1960’s. We all know that usually if you don’t have someone to ride with, soon your bike ends up like that exercise equipment, covered by clothes in the corner. So in 1986, soon after Harley authorized local chapters, he formed Music City HOG #4938. The Music City Chapter members continues to be extremely active, with Tuesday night dinner rides, weekend rides, including several overnighters, monthly socials, and charity events. They know how to wear out those Harleys! Boswell’s continues to be one of the most supportive sponsors of its HOG Chapters, which now include the Nashville Chapter, the Ring of Fire Chapter, and the Upper Cumberland Chapter. In celebration of 30 years the HOG’s were treated to a steak dinner and dancing to the music of Vinyl Radio. In the “International Champion Weinee Bite”, Music City Director Dan Pesce and his wife Chris were crowned Champions. Congratulations to Bubba Boswell and the HOG members for keeping up the lifestyle! Ride Safe and Have Fun!! Cooper
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THE SHED SMOKEHOUSE & JUKE JOINT by Bob “Bulldog” Ousley Once upon a time when Lowe’s was getting started they had big stores with outside lumber yards. They also had ¼” bolts in the 3/8” bolt bin but we won’t talk about that. When they changed to putting everything in one “Big Box” they sold off the old layout properties. What do you do with a big store that is set up with an outside lumber yard?? Well, if you are looking to make a statement with the biggest and most dynamic Harley Davidson dealership in the state you jump on one of these buildings and turn it into motorcycle Shangri-La!! That’s what the folks at Smokey Mountain Harley Davidson did. They turned the store into a huge showroom and service center with a real Tennessee mountain retreat flair. The place is beautiful and feels like home. They even have folks there who don’t have a job other than to make you feel at home and make sure you find what you’re after or find a place to refresh and chill if you are out riding the mountains, Cherohala Skyway or running the Dragon. They even have Cracker Barrel rocking chairs out front if you just want to sit and watch the world roll by. If you are looking for action then you have to check out what took over the lumber yard – it’s The Shed Smokehouse & Juke Joint. It’s a wild combination of an outdoor concert hall with a roof, closed circuit TV set up and a big time sound system. The shed has outside bars when they have bands, huge fire pits and a ton of parking. This year the bands have included, Leon Russell, John Anderson, Ted Nugent and The Kentucky Headhunters. The place is big enough to handle 2000 people. Talk about a biker party!!! All of that action will have you working up a big appetite. That’s where the smokehouse comes in. They serve smoked chicken, pork, brisket and more. You can get a “Boss Hog” with a side of ribs, fresh pulled pork and brisket or pulled pork and chicken nachos and more. The Mad Max is their best seller. It’s a layer of sliced beef brisket, cheddar cheese topped with pulled pork and slaw. The Black & Blue burger has Cajun spices and blue chez crumbles. You really need to try the Pool Hall Slaw with a Fat Boy. That’s a burger topped with pulled pork and smoked Gouda cheese. You can also get a pork taco, chicken samich on Texas toast, wraps and a whole bunch more. They make their own BBQ sauces and they focus on good flavor, not burning out your taste buds. How about that?? BBQ sauce you can really taste. Too cool. What’s really cool is that you can wash all this down with your favorite brew, soft drink or sweet tea. They take great care to make sure you have a comfortable place to chill after your brews so you can uncross your eyeballs before you get back on the bike. Safety first you know!!! The ladies will appreciate the ultra-clean restrooms 28
and really classy decorations. If you haven’t been to Shangri-La then you have to put this on your bucket list and check it out. The Smokey Mountain Harley Davidson Dealership and The Shed Smokehouse & Juke Joint are located at 1820 W. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, Tennessee 37801. You can also find info at SMH-D.com or call them at (865) 977-1669. If you want to come for one of the big shows I highly recommend you get tickets early because they go fast. When you are transiting the Zen world at Smokey Mountain Harley Davidson tell them Bulldog sent you!!!! If you are out riding to eat and see me please come up and tell me your favorite places to go when you’re hungry and thirsty. “Will Ride to Eat” will be an ongoing article in Thunder Roads Magazine of Tennessee and we want to put the spotlight on the great history and variety of Tennessee’s biker friendly establishments.
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NASHVILLE BIKE WEEK SIMPLE FETTUCCINI ALFREDO W/KIELBASA & SCALLIONS 1 Bottle of Fettuccini Sauce (next to spaghetti sauce at any grocery) 1 Box of Fettucicni pasta or Linguini pasta; your preference
1 Package of Kielbasa (2 if you want really meaty) 1 Bundle of scallions aka green onions - large chop and use the green part also. Put your big pot of water on for pasta; remember to salt well. Cut your kielbasa in 1/2 inch pieces and saute’ in margarine or olive oil, whichever you prefer. Saute’ until you get a good caramelization on all pieces of meat. Remove and drain on paper towels. Take same pan and throw your chopped up scallions in and let them get a little browned. Drain your pasta, dip out a 1/4 cup of the water. Put drained pasta into a big ceramic bowl, add a heaping tablespoon of quality margarine or butter, then add the Fettuccini sauce, salted water and the kielbasa & scallions. *Saute’ed mushrooms would be excellent also. Blend it all together; top with real Parmesan cheese and open a good wine. Serve w/ hot, crusty bread. This is so inexpensive to make and it tastes delicioso’.
TONY & FRED’S JUST THAT QUICK PEPPERONI GRILLED CHEESE & BASIL 2 Slices of a Hearty, Crunchy Bread Heat a cast iron skillet to medium heat Take each slice of bread and butter each side, then spread ricotta cheese on both sides and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Next spoon on a quality pizza sauce, tear pieces of basil and lay on one side of bread. Then add 12 pieces of quality pepperoni and then layer with slices of real mozzarella. Put a dollop of butter in skillet, let it melt down, place sandwich in skillet and let sit until moves easily; flip when golden brown and then brown the other side. Let cool a minute and then slice. Heat up extra sauce to dip it in.
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So easy to make. Kids & kids at heart love this gooey, crunchy samich.
MIKE AXLE & AMBER’S THINK OUTSIDE OF THE BOX FLAVORS
TO ADD TO YOUR BURGER, BUT ALWAYS WITH THE PERFECT PARTNER CHEESE Thin Slices of Grilled Pineapple Sauteed Mushrooms, Yellow Peppers & Onions Pizza Sauce & Pepperoni Slices Grilled Rainbow Radishes Grilled Cucumbers Crisp Bacon & French Dressing Long Strands of Grilled Corn off the Cob Mac N’ Cheese & Bacon Walnut, Cranberry & Bleu Cheese Mix Fried Spinach Leaves w/ Fried Onion Strands Fried Green Tomatoes w Hot Sauce Mayo Fried French Green Beans w/ Chili Flakes Saute’ed Sprouts & Carrots Artichoke - Spinach Dip Taco Dip & Crushed Fritos Crushed Cheetos; Traditional or Hot Fried Spicy Peanut Satay Sauce
LORETTA’S E-ZEST APPLE SPICE COBBLER EVER! To your own crockpot (slow cooker) add: 2 Cans of 20 oz. Cans of Apple Pie Filling 1 Box of Spice Cake Mix 1 Stick of Salted, Real Butter, cut in half Pour both cans of apples into crockpot, dump entire package of Apple Spice Cake mix directly on top. On top of cake mix place the halves of butter stick. Cook for 2 hours to 2 hrs. & 15 mins. You want it cooked but still very moist. Scoop into wide bowls and top with quality vanilla ice cream. Super Delish! Try varieties; peaches w/ vanilla cake mix, cherries w/ chocolate fudge or blueberries w/ lemon cake mix. Get creative! LIVE, LAUGH, BELIEVE & LOVE, BIKERS.
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Bike of the Month
2013 Custom HarleyDavidson Softail Deluxe Congratulations to Gary Collett Jr on winning our monthly Bike Contest on Facebook! This bike is a 2013 Lucky Green Hard Candy Custom Deluxe and I’m the proud owner, GARY W. COLLETT JR. It has 52 fat mammoth spoke wheels front and back with matching rotor and pulley. The motor has been upgraded to a 110 screaming eagle stage V kit throwing out 119hp and 127 torque. It has a dirty bird concepts LMF pipe on bike and gas cap and oil cap made in Poland. It has nasty baggers floorboards, carlini menace apes, and the highway bars were made in Miami. I added the touring bags with chrome extension and fillers needed for traveling. It has shotgun air ride on bike and almost everything chrome, except what I didn’t like chrome, also there is a 1920 police siren on the left side. It has won 14 awards in 14 different shows, the bike has been ridden every month since I owned it, it IS a RIDER. 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
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THE GREAT CALIBER DEBATE AND WHICH PISTOL IS RIGHT FOR YOU If you’re like me, you have put a lot of miles on your bike during the spring and summer. I, for one, never seem to find as much time as I would like to ride - even though I’ve put nearly 12,000 miles on my Road Glide so far this year. But one thing I know for sure – the shadows are getting longer earlier in the day – a sure sign that fall is right around the corner. When I hop on my bike for a ride, inevitably I’m carrying one of my pistols with me. It’s second nature. I have a gun safe full of pistols to choose from. And one thing is for certain, I am not as concerned with the caliber as I am my comfort level shooting the pistol in any type of bad situation I might find myself in. And you should feel the same way. Much has been written about what I term the “Great Caliber Debate.” If you were to ask ten different people at a gun show what their favorite caliber is, and why, you would most likely receive several different answers. What you may hear could go something like this, “I want to leave the biggest hole in the bad guy I can.” Don’t fall into this trap. With today’s modern personal protection ammunition, caliber, and the size of the entry hole, are becoming less important than hitting where you’re aiming. Your shot has to find center mass. But there are other considerations. An everyday carry (EDC) pistol is a very personal decision. I have large hands and fairly thick arms. I can absorb a lot of recoil. And because of my size, I can conceal a larger framed pistol without it printing too much through my clothing. If you’re of smaller stature, you should certainly consider a smaller framed pistol that will easily conceal in a belt holster or pocket holster. Avoid pistols which have sharp edges and can easily snag during your draw. If you’re of the fairer sex, and carry a purse, you may want to carry a medium sized pistol which will fit in a segregated area of your purse. You may also want to consider one of the purses which have a special compartment for your gun. These certainly offer some advantages over carrying concealed in a purse which is not designed for hiding a pistol. Now, let’s discuss caliber. The general rule of thumb is too shoot the largest caliber you can comfortably shoot. I own pistols in many calibers: .380, .38 special, .357 magnum, 9mm, .40 Smith & Wesson, .357 SIG, .45 ACP, 44
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magnum and 10mm. I can shoot them all comfortably on the range. However, I would not trust myself with the .44 magnum in a high stress situation like a strong-armed robbery. This caliber, while offering a significant amount of “knock down” power, has so much recoil that follow up shots would be tough to make quickly. I also avoid the so called “pocket guns.” I own a Ruger .380 which my hands tend to swallow. While it’s easy to conceal, the pistol is so snappy that I do not shoot as accurately with it. My recommendation is to carry the largest framed pistol you can easily conceal– in the largest caliber you can shoot accurately under pressure. And keep in mind that larger is heavier. You will tire carrying it all day. Now, let’s talk specifically about caliber. As I wrote earlier, today’s selfprotection ammunition offers a huge improvement over the hardball, full metal jacket and semi-wad cutter projectiles of the past. Full metal jacket projectiles tend to pass completely through the bad guy unless heavy bone structures are hit. The most important consideration of stopping power is the shock the wound channel creates. And with old full metal jacket ammo the wound channel is the size of the bullet - .451 inches if you’re shooting .45 ACP. With a wound channel that size it will take time for the bad guy to become incapacitated – which means he may well be on his feet and coming hard at you. Today’s personal protection ammunition is designed to quickly expand on impact making very large wound channels and dumping all of the energy of the cartridge (350+ foot pounds of energy in .45 ACP) in the bad guy. Besides the large wound channel, the energy transfer from the projectile creates a huge amount of tissue damage and shock. This is what will quickly incapacitate and eliminate the threat the bad guy poses. The same benefits are realized from personal protection ammo in smaller calibers like 9mm - and even .380 ACP. If you choose your pistol well, it fits your hands well and you can shoot it comfortably under stress, any of these calibers will be effective for personal protection. Keep the shiny side up until next month! Molon labe, Mike Noirot
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WE’RE DIFFERENT IN THE SOUTH……and we like it that way and aint about to change. Aint is an actual word and essentially means “no way in hell”. A possum is a flat animal that sleeps in the middle of the road. There are 5,000 types of snakes and spiders and 4,998 of them live in the South. If it grows, it’ll stick ya. If it crawls, it’ll bite cha. Onced and Twiced are words. For is pronounced fer. It is not a shopping cart, it is a buggy! Jawl-P? Means, Did you all go to the bathroom? People actually grow, eat and like okra. Fixinto is one word. It means I’m going to do that. There is no such thing as lunch. There is only dinner and then there’s supper. Iced tea is appropriate for all meals and you start drinking it when you’re two. When a Southern woman says “well, bless your heart, sugar”, she either really means it or she’s literally telling you that you’re a dumb-ass twit. “There’s a story there” means someone has a really juicy past. The word jeet is actually a question meaning, ‘Did you eat?’ You don’t have to wear a watch, because it doesn’t matter what time it is, you work until you’re done or it’s too dark to see. We fly the American flag alongside the Southern flag with equal pride. You don’t Push buttons, you Mash em’. Ya’ll is singular. All ya’ll is plural. All the festivals across the state are named after a fruit, vegetable, grain, insect, or animal. You only own seven spices: salt, pepper, garlic powder, mustard, hot sauce and ketchup. The local papers cover national and international news on one page, but require 6 pages for local high school sports, the motor sports, and gossip. You believe that the first day of deer season is a national holiday. You know what a hissyfit is and if the young-uns throw one in a store, they’ll know the meaning of “wear the hide off your tail”. Fried catfish is the other white meat. We don’t need no dang Driver’s Ed. If our Mama says we can drive, we can drive! There’s unique names to designate town areas; “Screeching Cat’s Holler”, “Squirrel Tail Ridge”, “Dogs Humpin’ Ciff”, “Shotgun Waterin’ Hole” or “Bucksnort Hill”. Even if you aint from the South, when you visit us, you dang sure will be talkin’ like us by the time you 34
git on down the road back yonder to home. Bye Bye now; y’all come back real soon, ya’ hear? My dog sleeps about 20 hours a day. He has his food prepared for him. His meals are provided at no cost to him. He visits the Dr. once a year for his checkup and again during the year, if any medical needs arise. For this he pays nothing, and nothing is required of him. He lives in a nice neighborhood in a house that is much larger than he needs, but he is not required to do any upkeep. If he makes a mess, someone else cleans it up. He has his choice of luxurious places to sleep, He receives these accommodations absolutely free. He is living like a king and has absolutely no expenses whatsoever. All of his costs are picked up by others who earn a living. I was just thinking about all this, and suddenly it hit me like a ton of bricks ~ My dog is a damn Congressman! _______________________________________________ A circus owner runs an ad for a lion tamer and two people show up. One is a biker in his mid-forties, and the other is a gorgeous blond in her mid-twenties. The circus owner tells them, “I’m not going to sugar coat it. This is one ferocious lion. He ate my last tamer so you two had better be good or you’re history.” “Here’s your equipment --chair, whip and a gun.” “Who wants to try out first?” The girl says, “I’ll go first.” She walks past the chair, the whip and the gun and steps right into the lion’s cage. The lion starts to snarl and pant and begins to charge her. About halfway there, she throws open her coat revealing her beautiful naked body. The lion stops dead in his tracks, sheepishly crawls up to her and starts licking her feet and ankles. He continues to lick her entire body for several minutes and then rests his head at her feet. The circus owner’s jaw is on the floor. “I’ve never seen a display like that in my life.” - He turns to the biker and asks, “Can you top that?” The biker says, “Hell yeah; just get that lion outta’ there.” Yesterday afternoon I went to our local gun shop to get a small handgun for personal protection. When I was ready to pay for the pistol and ammo, the cashier said, “Strip down, facing me.” After the hysterical shrieking stopped, I realized that she was telling me how to place my credit card in the card reader. Simple case of miscommunication. Geez!
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by Bob “Bulldog” Ousley by Bob “Bulldog” Ousley
What follows is a listing of Tennesseans who died in Vietnam during the month of September. It lists service, rank, name, age at death, home town and the date they died. “You Are Not Forgotten.” Army 1LT George William Burkheart, 25, Murfreesboro, 9/3/65. Army SP5 Donald Howard Meek, 37, Clarksville, 9/16/65. Army SSG James David Long, 34, Clarksville, 9/30/65. Army PFC Donald Richard Robinson, 21, Turtletown, 9/3/66. Marine PFC Don Earl Alley, 20, Church Hill, 9/5/66. Army CPT Melvin Thomas Huffine, 29, Chattanooga, 9/5/66. Marine CPL William Ralph Gill Jr, 20, Memphis, 9/9/66. Air Force COL Lawrence Byron Tatum, 36, Chattanooga, 9/10/66. Marine LCPL Jerry Wendell McCullough, 20, Covington, 9/16/66. Marine CPL Larry Edward Washington, 22, Arlington, 9/18/66. Marine PFC Stacy Hughes, 19, Bristol, 9/19/66. Army CPT James D Stallings, 34, Carthage, 9/25/66. Marine PFC Billy Joe Bennett, 20, Chattanooga, 9/2/67. Marine CPL Willie Junior Lightford, 20, Nashville, 9/2/67. Army CWO James Lee Daniel, 26, Athens, 9/2/67. Marine LCPL Jackie Kenneth Reed, 21, Dayton, 9/4/67. Marine CPL Floyd Carl Craven, 25, McMinnville, 9/4/67. Army SP4 William Eugene Hargrove, 20, Columbia, 9/5/67. Army SGT Charles Hartsell Gobble, 32, Johnson City, 9/5/67. Marine LCPL Joseph Keith Bradley, 21, Oak Ridge, 9/6/67. Marine LCPL Robert Mason, 21, Greeneville, 9/6/67. Marine LCPL John Henry Walker Jr, 19, Chattanooga, 9/7/67. Marine LCPL Eddie Dean Hamm, 21, Nashville, 9/7/67. Marine PFC John David Reynolds, 20, Daisy, 9/8/67. Marine SGT David Harold Brown, 21, Saltillo, 9/10/67. Marine LCPL James David Travis Jr, 22, Concord, 9/11/67. Marine LCPL Haywood Wade Tipsy Jr, 20, Chattanooga, 9/14/67. Army SGT James Wayne Chambers, 25, Union City, 9/17/67. Army PFC Lonnie Junior Robbins, 20, Caryville, 9/18/67. Marine 2LT Malcolm Richard Wiseman, 26, Arlington, 9/20/67. Army PFC Stephen C Crabtree, 35, Dover, 9/25/67. Army SGT Michael Allen Jones, 20, Madison, 9/28/67. Army SP4 Bobby James Shelton, 23, Flag Pond, 9/29/67. Marine LCPL Manley Glen Walker, 21, Memphis, 9/2/68. Marine LCPL Jeffrey Woodrow Norvell, 19, Memphis, 9/6/68. Army PVT Charles Herbert Hardison, 20, Franklin, 9/5/68. Army PFC Donnie Raymond White, 20, Nashville, 9/6/68. Army CPL Douglas Arthur House, 21, Cedar Grove, 9/6/68. Army SGT Ronald David Hutcherson, 22, Jackson, 9/6/68. Army CWO
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Darryl Worley & Friends at Bumpus Harley-Davidson® Darryl Worley, most known for his hit song, “Have You Forgotten”, is also a major benefactor for several Tennessee charities. His 15th Annual Tennessee River Run includes a scenic motorcycle ride from Pickwick Landing State Park on Oct. 8th followed by a concert in downtown Savannah. The proceeds go to the Darryl Worley Foundation, which serves the needs of people in Hardin and McNairy Counties and Northwestern Alabama and Northeastern Mississippi. It made the Darryl Worley Cancer Center possible and supports St. Jude’s Research Hospital, LeBonheur Children’s Hospital, and the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. For more information on the River Run, go to tnriverrun.org. As a kick-off for the River Run, Bumpus Harley-Davidson, Murfreesboro and Jackson, hold Hitmakers and Harleys events at the dealerships. Judy and I attended the Murfreesboro event and Scott and Denise attended in Jackson. In Murfreesboro, Worley performed “1st Christian” for Jerry Bumpus, patriarch of the Bumpus Harley family. He, also, performed such hits as “I Miss My Friend”, “Sounds Like Life To Me”, “Second Wind”, “Beautiful Life”, and, of course, “Have You Forgotten”. He was joined by Phil O’Donnell, who sang his hit writings including “Back When I Knew it All”, and “She Won’t Be Lonely Long”. Casey Beathard performed his songs including “Rock On”, “Find Out Who Your Friends Are”, and “No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problem”. Rob Crosby’s songs included “A Good Hand”, “Concrete Angel”, “Hard Rain Don’t Last”, “Til The Last Shots Fired”, and “Rise Above It”. This all-star cast performed into “overtime” to the enjoyment of the attendees. More money was raised, for the Foundation, through a silent auction, Diamond Candles (each containing a stone), diamond earrings, commemorative Jack Daniels bottles, guitar signed by the performers, loaded gift basket from Penny’s Closet, 2-VIP Pit Passes to the Gulf Coast Jam, signed lyrics by each of the performers, fishing trip, including accommodations and professional guide, with Worley, signed George Strait blue jeans, a signed Jack Daniels whisky barrel and a day in Lynchburg, and a day long party, at Tom Bumpus’ Farm With No Chickens. In Jackson, Scott and Denise enjoyed a similar night with Worley, Wynn Varble (“A Little More Country Than That”, and “Waiting On A Woman”), Johnathan Singleton (cowrote songs including ”Don’t” , “Watching Airplanes”, and “Why Don’t We Just Dance”), and Andy Griggs (“You Won’t Ever Be Lonely”, “I’ll Go Crazy”, and “She’s More”). These are great events as is the River Run. Be sure to catch next year’s Bumpus events. Ride Safe and Have Fun!! Cooper
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Board of Directors State Chairman Tommy 1%er AOA State Vice Chairman Reagon 1%er AOA State Secretary Kato American Steel MC State Treasurer Doc 4 Way In MC State COC Chaplain Pastor Ron Baptiste Covenant Confirmers MC AIM/NCOM Attorney James Ramsey (Pops) Keltics MC Tennessee Member Listing 2014-2015 4-Way In MC American Steel MC ARM MC Bikers For Christ MM Black Pistons MC Bond Slaves MC Boozefighters MC Brothers of Believers MM Brothers of the Wheel MC Cohorts MC Confederate Drifters MC Confederates MC Copperheads MC Covenant Confirmers MC Currahee MC Double Knuckle MC E.B.G.B MC Fire and Iron MC Grim Reapers MC Highlanders MC His Laboring Few MM Iron Horsemen MC Iron Riders MC Keltics MC Leathernecks Confederation MC Leathernecks International MC Marines MC Misfits MC Mountain Rebels MC My Brothers Keepers MC New Attitudes MC Nightriders MC Outlaws MC Peaceful Few MC Peacemakers MC Soliders for Jesus MC Sons of God MC Sons of Pennyrile MC Southern Journeymen MC Southern Sons MC Southern Souls MC Tri-Cities MC True Sons MC U.S. Military Vets MC Unforgotten MC Vendettas MC Veterans of Vietnam MC Vietnam Vets MC/ Legacy Vets MC Wind and Fire MC Widowmakers MC Zombies MC
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
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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 ROLLING THUNDER®, INC., CHAPTER 4 TN Pres. Alan Sipe, Johnson City 423-329-3152, www.rollingthundertn4.com ROLLING THUNDER®, INC. Rolling Thunder Chapter 6 Pres. Jim Phelps, Gleason 731-514-0733, jimphelps@charter.net SONS OF LIBERTY RIDERS Action Not Words - NOW! Riders organizing to support and defend this country. A political movement of riders. All riders welcome! In addition to welcoming members of any other organization or affiliation. Welcoming non-riders and supporters as well. sonsoflibertyriders.com T.H.R.C.A. The Tennessee Honda Riders Club www.mthrc.org Kerbela Motor Corps Donnie Anderson 865-806-2097 www.shrinershq.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 @ 423-312-6220 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
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 worldwide. 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 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 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 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 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
#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
#246 South Central #001 Tennessee Valley #130 Upper Cumberland #193 West Tennessee
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 webguru@memphishog.com
Upper Cumberland Chapter 931-526-3139
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THE AIM/NCOM MOTORCYCLE E-NEWS SERVICE is brought to you by Aid to Injured Motorcyclists (A.I.M.) and the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM), and is sponsored by the Law Offices of Richard M. Lester. If you’ve been involved in any kind of accident, call us at 1-(800) ON-A-BIKE or visit www. ON-A-BIKE.com. NCOM BIKER NEWSBYTES Compiled & Edited by Bill Bish, National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM) H-D CEASES SALES OF PERFORMANCE DEVICES THAT ADD TO AIR POLLUTION Without conceding, Harley-Davidson will pay $15 million in fines and penalties to settle a federal lawsuit brought by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) accusing the American motorcycle-maker of selling illegal performance devices that increase pollution. Under terms of the settlement on Thursday, August 19, 2016 Harley is to stop selling its “Screamin’ Eagle” Pro Super Tuners by August 23, and to buy back and destroy all such tuners in stock at its dealerships. H-D must also deny warranty claims if owners continue to use the “illegal devices.” The consent decree resolves government allegations that Harley-Davidson sold roughly 340,000 “super tuners” since 2008 that, once installed, cause motorcycles to emit higher amounts of certain air pollutants than what the Milwaukee-based manufacturer certified to the EPA. According to the EPA, the modified settings increase power and performance, but also increase the motorcycles’ emissions of hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxides. Harley did not admit liability, and said in a statement it disagrees with the government’s position arguing that the devices were designed and sold to be used in “competition only.” The Motor Company said the settlement represents “a good faith compromise with the EPA on areas of law we interpret differently, particularly EPA’s assertion that it is illegal for anyone to modify a certified vehicle even if it will be used solely for off-road/closedcourse competition.” An EPA spokesman said that the vast majority of these tuners were used on public roads, and the sale of such “defeat devices” violates the federal Clean Air Act. Harley was also accused of selling more than 12,600 motorcycles that were not covered by an EPA certification that ensures a vehicle meets federal clean air standards. “Given Harley-Davidson’s prominence in the industry, this is a very significant step toward our goal of stopping the sale of illegal aftermarket defeat devices that cause harmful pollution on our roads and in our communities,” said John Cruden, head of the Justice Department’s environmental and natural resources division. 42
The EPA has been investigating after-market part emission issues for more than five years. In 2012, Suzuki Motor Corp paid an $885,000 fine to EPA for selling 25,458 ATVs and dirt bikes because they were built to allow for the installation of an aftermarket part that increased horsepower and emissions. CALIFORNIA LEGALIZES LANE SPLITTING, GOVERNOR SIGNS BILL INTO LAW California has become the first state to formally recognize lane splitting as a legal maneuver for motorcyclists, as Governor Jerry Brown signed Assembly Bill 51 into law on Friday, August 19, 2016. The legislation does not specify rules for lane splitting, but simply a) defines lane splitting as “driving a motorcycle, that has 2 wheels in contact with the ground, between rows of stopped or moving vehicles in the same lane, as specified”; and b) authorizes the California Highway Patrol (CHP), in consult with other agencies and organizations, to “develop educational guidelines relating to lane splitting in a manner that would ensure the safety of the motorcyclist, drivers and passengers.” Lane splitting has long existed in a legal gray area in California, without being expressly prohibited nor allowed, but permitted by law enforcement. The CHP published educational guidelines on lane-splitting in 2012, but regulators later ruled the agency had no authority to make public policy. The bipartisan bill, sponsored by Assembly members Bill Quirk (D-Hayward) and Tom Lackey (R-Palmdale), passed unanimously through the state Senate 38-0 and the Assembly 74-0 and essentially clarifies that the CHP does in fact have the authority and permission to devise guidelines for splitting lanes. Many studies have found proper lane splitting to be safe, and the practice of “filtering” through traffic to reduce congestion is legal in much of the world. RESTRICTING ETHANOL LIMITS IN AMERICA’S FUEL NCOM Board Member Dave “Animal” Reid (Touring Groups Liaison to the National Coalition of Motorcyclists) recently reported that; “I sent a letter to my congresswoman about the EPA’s desire to increase the ethanol content up from E-10 to E-15, and what it might do to all manner of small and air cooled motors. She responded, saying that a congressman from Texas had introduced a bill that would prohibit the EPA Administrator from introducing anything greater than 9.7% into the fuel supplies. Folks of both our Confederation of Clubs (COC) and ABATE inquired about the bill, and I’ve tracked it in the U.S. House of Representatives - it’s fresh and has quite a list of co-sponsors, so with other changes happening in the world, with the bipartisan support it seems to have, it may see some forward movement.”
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That measure, House Resolution 5180, was introduced on May 10, 2016 by U.S. Representative Bill Flores (R-TX) “to alleviate the ethanol blend wall under the renewable fuel program,” and has been referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H.R. 5180 currently has 103 cosponsors from both sides of the aisle.
wait at a traffic light that is locked on red, as Governor Tom Wolf signed into law a bill sponsored by Rep. Stephen Bloom (R-Cumberland) that allows drivers of all vehicles the option to proceed with caution through an intersection when a traffic signal is unresponsive, only after exercising due care as provided by law.
The bill effectively circumvents the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) mandates for increasing levels of ethanol in our gasoline, capping the level at E-10, stating “the Administrator shall not determine any renewable fuel obligation for a calendar year that would result, directly or indirectly, in the introduction into commerce in the United States of a total volume of ethanol contained in transportation fuel that is greater than 9.70 percent of the total volume of gasoline projected to be sold or introduced into commerce in the United States for such calendar year.”
“If the vehicle detection system fails to recognize the vehicle and the driver has come to a complete stop, the driver must then make sure it is safe to continue, and only then would they be able to lawfully proceed with caution through the intersection,” Bloom explained to FOX43 News in Harrisburg, PA.
ILLINOIS OKAYS BLUE-DOT TAIL LIGHTS “Blue Dot” tail lights, so-called because a blue crystal mounted in the center of the red lens cover emits a violet hue when actuated, have become popular with motorcyclists for both customization and conspicuity, but most states’ traffic codes specify that a tail light must be red in color, and therefore they are illegal.
Deemed “Ride on Red,” Bloom added that the goal of the legislation is to solve practical problems while ensuring safety. “This law does not give drivers a free pass, but ensures a safe and legal option to avoid the danger and inconvenience of being trapped in perpetuity at a locked red light,” Bloom said. “This issue is more common than many people realize, especially on rural roads or during late hours when long periods often elapse before a heavier vehicle comes along to finally trip the unresponsive light.”
Supported by ABATE of Illinois, House Bill 4105 amends the Illinois Vehicle Code to “Provide that motorcycles may be equipped with a blue light or lights of up to one inch in diameter located on the rear of the motorcycle as a part of the motorcycle’s rear stop lamp or lamps,” and was signed into law by Governor Bruce Rauner on July 22, 2016, becoming effective January 1st. RIDERS AND DRIVERS NOW HAVE OPTION TO “RIDE ON RED” IN PENNSYLVANIA Motorcyclists and motorists in Pennsylvania will no longer have to September 2016
Originally intended only for motorcycles, which often fail to trigger traffic lights due to their smaller size, Senate Bill 1267 was expanded to apply to all vehicles.
Signed into law on July 20, 2016 as part of Act 101, the new law takes effect 60 days after the bill-signing, near the end of September. QUOTABLE QUOTE: “In any free society, the conflict between social conformity and individual liberty is permanent, unresolvable, and necessary.” ~ Kathleen Norris (1880-1966) novelist and columnist
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DEALERS & SHOPS Abernathy’s Harley-Davidson® 1703 West Main Street Union City, TN 38261 866-452-2775 Appleton Harley-Davidson® 2501 Hwy 41A Bypass Clarksville, TN 37043 931-648-1607 Boswell’s H-D Country Roads 1424 Interstate Dr Cookeville, TN 38501 931-526-3139 Boswell’s of Nashville 401 Fesslers Ln Nashville, TN 37210 615-242-6067 Boswell’s Ring of Fire H-D 2200 Gallatin Pike N Madison, TN 37115 615-855-1001
The Shed 1820 Lamar Alexander Pkwy Maryville, TN 37801 865-977-1669
H-D of Cool Springs 7128 S. Springs Drive Franklin, TN 37067 866-667-8836 hdcoolsprings.com
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Highway 12 Motorsports 5110 Ashland City Highway Nashville, TN 37218 (615) 891-7850 www.Hwy12Motorsports.com Across From Lewis Country Store Knoxville Harley-Davidson® 605 Lovell Rd Knoxville, TN 37932 865-671-2454 Knoxville Harley-Davidson® 5800 Clinton Highway Knoxville, TN 37912 865-689-2454 Rocky Top Harley-Davidson® 105 Waldens Main St Pigeon Forge, TN 37863 865-774-3445 S&G Custom Cycles 1114 Galloway St Columbia, TN 38401 931-381-7282 www.sgcustomcyles.com Sloan’s Motorcycle & ATV 2233 Northwest Broad Street Murfreesboro, TN 37129 www.sloansmotorcycle.com (615) 893-0150
Cacklebery Campground “Home of the Big Rooster” 560 Tomoka Farms Rd CR 415 New Smyrna Beach, FL 32168 386-428-5459 Hidden Creek Camp Ground 2576 W Antioch Road Springville, TN 38256 (731) 641-0034 ENTERTAINMENT Arcadian Wrestling Association 615-226-3456 www.arcadianwrestling.com
FINANCIAL Legacy Payroll Solutions 40 Industrial Park Drive Hendersonville, TN 37075 (615) 826-1583 http://hrguys.net
GROCERIES Lewis Country Store 5106 Old Hickory Blvd. Nashville, TN (615) 255-7755 Gas-Up, Unique Shop, Fresh Food
GUN SHOPS
Smoky Mountain Harley -Davidson 1820 Lamar Alexander Pkwy Maryville, TN 37801 865-977-1669
Tennessee Gun Country 1435 Fort Campbell Blvd Clarksville, TN 37042 www.tnguncountry.com (931) 552-2118
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Bumpus Harley-Davidson® of Murfreesboro 2250 NW Broad St Murfreesboro, TN 37129 615-849-8025
Adrenaline Bar & Grill 200 Maddox Simpson Pkwy Lebanon, TN 37090 (615) 784-4347
Bumpus Harley-Davidson® of Memphis 2160 Whitten Rd Memphis, TN 38133 901-372-1121
Bent Wrench Roadhouse 4724 Ashland City Road Fredonia, TN 37146 931-362-4774 www. thebentwrenchroadhouse.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
Bumpus Harley-Davidson® of Jackson 326 Carriage House Dr Jackson, TN 38305 731-422-5508 Bumpus Harley-Davidson® Of Collierville 325 S Byhalia Rd Collierville, TN 38017 901-316-1121 Catalyst Cycles 1074 Courier Place, Ste 402 Smyrna, TN 37167 (615) 984-7969 www.catalystcycles.com Colboch Harley-Davidson® 1830 N Davy Crockett Pkwy Morristown, TN 37814 (423) 586-5343 44
H-D of Columbia 1616 Harley Davidson Blvd Columbia, TN 38401 931-540-0099
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 Nirvana Roadhouse 704 Britton Hollow Rd. Pulaski, TN 38478 (931) 309-2581 Silverado 709A Rivergate Pkwy. Goodlettsville, TN 37072 (615) 851-4490 www.silveradonightclub.com
AIM/NCOM Richard M. Lester 800-531-2424/ 1-800-on-a-bike www.onabike.com
LEATHER & REPAIR Buckle and Hide Leather 197 Enon Spring Road West Smyrna, TN 37167 www.bucklehideleather.com 615-768-5041 Charlie’s Leathers 108 W Main St Lebanon, TN 37087 615-449-6065
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 Jeff’s Powder & Ceramic Coating 114-G Kraft Street Clarksville, TN 37040 www.boscycleshop.com (931) 645-8082 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 Amsoil info@myguy4oil.com 615-389-1149 www.myguy4oil.com Reference #1569065 FTD Customs 156 Commerce Drive Hendersonville, TN 37075 www.ftdcustoms.com (615) 824-2811 Grumpy’s Bail Bonds 117 Union Street Nashville, TN 37201 615-226-3456 www.grumpysbailbonds.com Stereo City 6725 Ringgold Road, Suite B Chattanooga, TN 37412 423-504-9874 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
TRAILERS Hayes Trailer Sales 102 Fischer Dr. Russellville, KY 42276 (270) 726-7034 www.hayestrailersales.com
TRAVEL Mechele MacDaniel AAA Travel 1701 Mallory Ln, Ste 200, Brentwood Tn 37027 mmacdaniel@aaasouth.com 615-376-1601 ext 265 Call for all your travel needs. September 2016
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Smoky Mountain H-D Bike Night @ The Shed Date: 09/01/2016 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: The Shed Smokehouse & Juke Joint, 1820 W Lamar Alexander Pkwy Maryville, TN 37801 Come kick off Labor Day Weekend with us with a free show during Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson’s Bike Night! The fun starts at 6! Free live music from The Steel Woods at 7! Adrenaline Bar & Grill Fireball & Build a Burger Fridays Date: 09/02/2016, 09/09/2016, 09/16/2016, 09/23/2016, 09/30/2016 Time: 10:00 AM – Close Location: Adrenaline Bar & Grill, 200 MaddoxSimpson Pkwy, Lebanon, TN 37090 Fireball Friday - $3.00 & Build a Burger Friday $5.00 all day at Adrenaline. Smoky Mountain H-D Labor Day Weekend Date: 09/02/2016 – 09/04/2016 Time: 9:30 AM Location: Smoky Mountain H-D, 1820 W. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37801 Ives Brothers Wall of Death and vendors on site! Hemp Fest - A Cry for Help Date: 09/02/2016 – 09/05/2016 Location: Sycamore Campground, 2 Railroad Bed Rd, Iron City, TN 38463 Family Friendly Event. Camping, Rv Hook Ups, Canoeing, Vendors, Bands, Speakers, Taco Shack, Raffles, $5 Donation at the gate. Gate opens Friday at 8am. Contact Sonya for more info 256-529-2560 or call Randy at campground 931-845-4249. Sloan’s Monthly Pancake Breakfast Date: 09/03/2016 Time: 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM Location: Sloan’s Motorcycle & ATV, 2233 NW Broad St. Murfreesboro, TN 37129 All you can eat Pancakes and fixings for your $5 Charitable Donation - after breakfast weather permitting, we Ride! Smoky Mountain H-D V13sion Ride Date: 09/03/2016 Time: 9:00 AM Location: Smoky Mountain H-D, 1820 W. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37801 Meet at Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson at 9:00am Kickstands up at 9:30am. Help us raise awareness and have fun doing it!
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Sloan’s MSF Graduates / Beginner Group Ride Date: 09/03/2016 Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Location: Sloan’s Motorcycle & ATV, 2233 NW Broad St. Murfreesboro, TN 37129 Our Basic Rider Course graduates will take a short group ride, then return to Sloan’s for free BBQ lunch. Please visit our calendar at www. sloanscycle.com for more details. Bumpus H-D of Collierville 2017 Roll Out Party Date: 09/03/2016 Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM Location: Bumpus Harley-Davidson Collierville, 325 S. Byhalia Rd. Collierville, TN 38017 Join us as we roll out the new 2017 HarleyDavidsons! Food and Drinks available! You don’t want to miss it! H-D of Cool Springs Summer Music Series w/ Shelby Lee Lowe Date: 09/03/2016 Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Location: H-D Cool Springs, 7128 South Springs Drive Franklin, TN 37067 Free Beer! Free Food! Free Live Music from Shelby Lee Lowe! The Shed- Kentucky Headhunters with The Dirty Soul Revival Date: 09/03/2016 Time: 6:00 PM Location: The Shed Smokehouse & Juke Joint, 1820 W Lamar Alexander Pkwy Maryville, TN 37801 Labor Day Weekend will be rocking with The Kentucky Headhunters! Asheville rock group The Dirty Soul Revival will kick off the show! Labor Day Weekend Saturday, Sept. 3rd 6pm- Doors (Dragon Hour) 7:30pm- The Dirty Soul Revival 8:30pm- The Kentucky Headhunters. Tickets- $20 Advance/Ride Up $25 Walk Up $50 VIP (Includes Meet N Greet). Chopper’s Grill Labor Day Weekend Party Date: 09/03/2016 Time: 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM Location: Chopper’s Grill, 1200 Donelson Ave Old Hickory, TN 37138 Kicking off Labor Day Weekend Party with Crystal Karaoke. Chopper’s Grill Funtastic Sunday Date: 09/04/2016, 09/11/2016, 09/18/2016, 09/25/2016 Time: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM Location: Chopper’s Grill, 1200 Donelson Ave Old Hickory, TN 37138 Join Chopper’s Grill for Funtastic Sunday with Free Cook-out and Saraoke!
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Smoky Mountain H-D Labor Day Wheels Through Time Ride Date: 09/05/2016 Time: 9:00 AM Location: Smoky Mountain H-D, 1820 W. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37801 Ride led by Scott Maddux. Meet at Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson at 9:00 AM. Kickstands up at 10:00 AM. Show up with a full tank of gas and bring your own lunch. Adrenaline Bar & Grill Margarita Monday Date: 09/05/2016, 09/12/2016, 09/19/2016, 09/26/2016 Time: 10:00 AM – Close Location: Adrenaline Bar & Grill, 200 MaddoxSimpson Pkwy, Lebanon, TN 37090 Margarita Monday, $5 all day at Adrenaline. Adrenaline Bar & Grill Wing Wednesday Date: 09/07/2016, 09/14/2016, 09/21/2016, 09/28/2016 Time: 10:00 AM – Close Location: Adrenaline Bar & Grill, 200 MaddoxSimpson Pkwy, Lebanon, TN 37090 Wing Wednesday, .75 cent wings all day at Adrenaline. Silverado Rivergate Date: 09/07/2016 Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Location: Silverado, 709 Rivergate Pkwy Goodlettsville, TN 37072 TN’s Largest Bike Night Every Wednesday Night! Live Music, Free Hot Dogs & $2.50 Bud Products. Chopper’s Grill Bike Night Date: 09/07/2016 Time: 7:00 PM Location: Chopper’s Grill, 1200 Donelson Ave Old Hickory, TN 37138 Bike Night Every Wednesday Night with Crystal Karaoke 7-11! Sloan’s Monthly Mystery Supper Ride Date: 09/08/2016 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Sloan’s Motorcycle & ATV, 2233 NW Broad St. Murfreesboro, TN 37129 Join us every second Thursday of the month for a 45 - 60 minute ride to local favorite restaurants, taking our favorite back roads. We will not announce where we’re going, hence the mystery! Meet outside of Sloan’s Motorcycle no later than 6:00 p.m. with sidestands up at 6:15 p.m. All makes and models are welcome to ride! Please arrive with a full tank of gas.
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Smoky Mountain H-D Bike Night/Vinyl Nite @ The Shed Date: 09/08/2016 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: The Shed Smokehouse & Juke Joint, 1820 W Lamar Alexander Pkwy Maryville, TN 37801 Come out to Bike Night and be sure to bring your vinyl records to listen to! Or, choose from our vast selection and jam out to one side at a time! Smoky Mountain H-D Hot Bike Tour Date: 09/09/2016 – 09/10/2016 Time: 9:30 AM – 11:00 PM Location: Smoky Mountain H-D, 1820 W. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37801 Hot Bike Tour Sept 7th - 11th and they will be at Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson for 2 Days, the 9th & 10th. For details on lodging, facts about the tour, or how to register visit www. hotbikeweb.com/tour Lynchburg Motorcycle Rally Date: 09/09/2016 – 09/11/2016 Location: Wiseman Park, Lynchburg, TN 37352 Lynchburg Motorcycle Rally Sept. 9th: Noon8pm; Sept. 10th: 9am-9pm; Sept. 11th: 11am5pm Vendor Display, Live Music, Biker Dog Show, Poker Run, Custom Neon-Light Show, Bike Show, Free Admission/ All Bikes and All Ages. 1st Annual Ride For Vets Date: 09/10/2016 Time: 8:00 AM Location: Sloan’s Motorcycle & ATV, 2233 NW Broad St., Murfreesboro, TN 37129 Ride will end in Lynchburg during their annual Lynchburg Motorcycle Rally. All makes welcome. Registration is 8-9am KSU 9:30 at Indian of Murfreesboro/Sloan’s. All proceeds go to Operation Stand Down TN. Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Ride Date: 09/10/2016 Time: 9:00 AM Location: Highway 12 Motorsports, 5110 Ashland City Hwy, Nashville, TN 37218 Registration begins 9:00 am at Highway 12 Motorsports, Kickstands up at 10:15 am. Enjoy a scenic ride, led by the Blue Knights, to the Plantation Restaurant located at 237 Beasley Drive, Dickson TN. Registration Fees: Rider $20 (includes ride t-shirt) Passenger $10 (includes ride t-shirt). Proceeds go to the J Juvenile D Diabetes R Research F Foundation. More info: Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation 615-3836781 www.jdrf.org.
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Adrenaline Bar & Grill Saturday and Sunday Football Frenzy Date: 09/10/2016, 09/11/2016, 09/17/2016, 09/18/2016, 09/24/2016, 09/25/2016 Time: 10:00 AM – Close Location: Adrenaline Bar & Grill, 200 MaddoxSimpson Pkwy, Lebanon, TN 37090 Adrenaline Saturday and Sunday Football Frenzy w/ .75 cent Wings & $10 Pizzas. Smoky Mountain H-D Ride for a Cure Date: 09/10/2016 Time: 10:00 AM Location: Smoky Mountain H-D, 1820 W. Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37801 Registration at 10:00 AM Kickstands up at 12:00 PM Dave Day Date: 09/10/2016 Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Location: VFW Post 4641, 215 Marshall Stuart Dr, Dickson, TN 37055 This event is being hosted by friends of Dave Towne in honor and celebration of his life. California Dave or Unkie Dave was an avid lover of scooters and vintage cars. All proceeds will benefit VFW Post 4641 in assisting veterans in need through their outreach programs. Activities will include a Poker Run including bikes and cars, auction items, great food, and trophies for best bike and car. H-D of Cool Springs Summer Music Series w/ Heidi Jean Date: 09/10/2016 Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Location: H-D Cool Springs, 7128 South Springs Drive Franklin, TN 37067 Free Beer! Free Food! Free Live Music from Heidi Jean! Catalyst Cycles Bike Night Date: 09/10/2016 Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Location: The Garage Bar 405 N Front St, Murfreesboro, TN 37130 Live Music, Cold Beer & Corn Hole! The Shed- OTIS with Nick Swan Band Date: 09/10/2016 Time: 6:00 PM Location: The Shed Smokehouse & Juke Joint, 1820 W Lamar Alexander Pkwy Maryville, TN 37801 Otis returns to The Shed to headline their first ever show! You won’t believe how good these ol’ boys are! It has to be seen to be believed! Saturday, September 10th 6pm- Doors (Dragon Hour) 7:30pm- Nick Swan Band 8:30pm- Otis Free Show. 48
Chopper’s Grill In Memory of 911 w/Skipper Grace Date: 09/11/2016 Time: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM Location: Chopper’s Grill, 1200 Donelson Ave, Old Hickory, TN 37138 In memory of all the lives lost on this day Skipper Grace and Free Cook-out on Funtastic Sunday. Let us never forget this day! Silverado Rivergate Date: 09/14/2016 Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Location: Silverado, 709 Rivergate Pkwy Goodlettsville, TN 37072 TN’s Largest Bike Night Every Wednesday Night! Live Music, Free Hot Dogs & $2.50 Bud Products. Chopper’s Grill Bike Night Date: 09/14/2016 Time: 7:00 PM Location: Chopper’s Grill, 1200 Donelson Ave, Old Hickory, TN 37138 Bike Night Every Wednesday Night with Crystal Karaoke 7-11! Smoky Mountain H-D Bike Night @ The Shed Date: 09/15/2016 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: The Shed Smokehouse & Juke Joint, 1820 W Lamar Alexander Pkwy Maryville, TN 37801 The fun starts at 6! 11th Annual Redneck Rumble Date: 09/16/2016 – 09/17/2016 Time: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM Location: Wilson County Fair Grounds, Lebanon, TN 37087 The biggest gathering in the South of hot rods, custom cars, old school motorcycles, rat rods and more. Huge swap meet, live music, kustom kulture, demolition derby! Tickets available at www. bothbarrels.us Nashville Bike Week 1 Year Countdown Pre-Party Date: 09/16/2016 – 09/17/2016 Time: 4:00 PM – 11:30 PM Location: Scoreboard Bar & Grill, 2408 Music Valley Dr., Nashville, TN 37214 1 year countdown kick-off party September 16-17, 2016. Interested in Nashville Bike Week? Come see what the buzz is about… for FREE! Come help Nashville Bike Week kick off its 1 year countdown to their 2017 rally at Loretta Lynn’s Ranch. Vendors from the top bike builders and manufacturers, live entertainment and WE ARE GIVING AWAY A HARLEY! Gates open Friday at 4pm, music starts at 7pm and Saturday at 10am, music starts at 12pm with FREE VIP parking until 4pm. September 16th Kyle Wilson - Mud Bone, September 17th Moonshine Bandits – Dallas Moore – Kyle Wilson – Mud Bone – Charlie Bonnett 111 – Thee Rock n’ Roll Residency – Torch – And a SURPRISE HEADLINING ACT! FMI: www. nashvillebikeweek.com
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35th Annual Leslie W. Watson Memorial Toy Run & Benefit Party Date: 09/16/2016 – 09/18/2016 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Location: Clarksville Speedway, 1600 Needmore Road, Clarksville, TN 37040 Bikers Who Care 35th Annual Leslie W. Watson Memorial Toy Run Sept 17th and Benefit Party All Weekend 16th18th. $35 Arm Band Required for Admission to Party – Good All Weekend – Includes – Free Beer – Live Music – Motorcycle Drags on the Strip – Music City Burlesque – Bikini Contests – Bike Show – Tattoo Contest – Free Camping for Motorcycles – Free Day Parking if Not Camping – Price goes up to $40 at the Gate. Extra Charge for Overnight Camping – All Gravel – No Mud – $25 for RV’s and Camper Trailers – $10 for Cars or Trucks not pulling Camper Trailers – Camping fee charged Every entry into Camping Area. Tennessee’s Largest Toy Run on Saturday leaves from the Speedway – Admission Toy or Cash Donation – Benefits Camp Rainbow and BWC Children’s Charities. FMI: www.bikerswhocare.org Rita Marie Welch Benefit Ride Date: 09/17/2016 Time: 9:00 AM Location: 107 Legion Drive, Portland, TN 37148 Poker Run Start and Stop – 107 Legion Dr. Portland TN, expect 3 stops and 150 miles. Reg. 9 am, KSU 10 am. $20 per bike, $10 per passenger, $20 for car, $5 door charge for non-riders. Breakfast/Dinner provided for $5 per plate. Ride bandanas $5. Live Music starts at 6 pm. Please no colors and no attitude. Buffalo Valley AMA Amateur Hillclimb Date: 09/17/2016 Time: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM Location: Middle TN Dragway, 680 Rock Springs Rd, Buffalo Valley, TN 38548 Bring your family and friends to the only AMA sanctioned Hillclimb in Tennessee! Sponsored By Thunder Roads Magazine of Tennessee and Boswell’s Country Roads Harley-Davidson. Gates open at 8:00 am, Hillclimb begins at 11:00. Admission $10, 12 and under free. More details on Facebook at Buffalo Valley Hillclimb. Sloan’s Super Saturday Date: 09/17/2016 Time: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM Location: Sloan’s Motorcycle & ATV, 2233 NW Broad St. Murfreesboro, TN 37129 3rd Saturday of every month in 2016... September’s Schedule: Free lunch starts at 11:30a until the food runs out. Any Motorcycle Club (MC) that would like to have us as a start point, a stop point, or an end point for their ride on any of our Super Saturdays, just contact Deb before Saturday, and she will order more food. You may reach her at (615) 225-6030, or by email at debs@sloanscycle.com. September 2016
H-D of Cool Springs Summer Music Series w/ Beth Beighey Date: 09/17/2016 Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Location: H-D Cool Springs, 7128 South Springs Drive Franklin, TN 37067 Free Beer! Free Food! Free Live Music from Beth Beighey! The Shed- The Band Tribute Concert Date: 09/17/2016 Time: 6:00 PM Location: The Shed Smokehouse & Juke Joint, 1820 W Lamar Alexander Pkwy Maryville, TN 37801 This year, Knoxville’s top local musicians come together to tribute the music of The Band! Lead by the Tim Lee 3 and featuring the best talent in East TN all on one stage! Tickets only $5!!!! 6pmDoors (Dragon Hour) Special Start time of 8pm. Silverado Rivergate Date: 09/21/2016 Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Location: Silverado, 709 Rivergate Pkwy Goodlettsville, TN 37072 TN’s Largest Bike Night Every Wednesday Night! Live Music, Free Hot Dogs & $2.50 Bud Products. Indian Owners Group - Meet & Greet at Buster’s Place Date: 09/21/2016 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:45 PM Location: Buster’s Place, 1615 NW Broad Street, Murfreesboro, TN 37129Sponsored by Indian Motorcycle Riders Group of Middle Tennessee (I.M.R.G. - Mid TN) & Indian of Murfreesboro It all happens at Buster’s Place, 1615 NW Broad St, Murfreesboro, TN 37129 All Riders welcome to participate, it doesn’t matter what brand you ride!! Indian Motorcycle Riders Group - Mid TN (I.M.R.G.Mid TN) will answer questions about membership, dues, joining, etc. in addition to upcoming ride & event information. You can find their community group on Facebook at www.facebook.com/IMRG.MiddleTennessee or email them at imrgmidtn@gmail.com for more information. Chopper’s Grill Bike Night Date: 09/21/2016 Time: 7:00 PM Location: Chopper’s Grill, 1200 Donelson Ave Old Hickory, TN 37138 Bike Night Every Wednesday Night with Crystal Karaoke 7-11! Smoky Mountain H-D Final Bike Night @ The Shed Date: 09/22/2016 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: The Shed Smokehouse & Juke Joint, 1820 W Lamar Alexander Pkwy Maryville, TN 37801 The fun starts at 6! Knoxville Harley-Davidson West Open House Date: 09/23/2016 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Location: Knoxville Harley-Davidson West, 605 Lovell Rd, Knoxville, TN 37932 Join us for the new 2017 Model lineup Open House! Open House party at Knoxville Harley-Davidson WEST! Join us for the 2017 new model reveal!
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Smoky Mountain H-D & The Shed HOG Wild Harley Giveaway Concert Date: 09/23/2016 Time: 6:00 PM Location: The Shed Smokehouse & Juke Joint, 1820 W Lamar Alexander Pkwy Maryville, TN 37801 Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson & The Shed are teaming up with Coors Light and DUKE FM to give away a free motorcycle! Come out to a Free Concert featuring the Rebel Mountain Band to see who wins the grand prize! For details or to get registered to win, please visit http://theduke.fm/ hog-wild-harley/ Chopper’s Grill Saraoke Date: 09/23/2016 Time: 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM Location: Chopper’s Grill, 1200 Donelson Ave Old Hickory, TN 37138 Join Chopper’s Grill for Saraoke on the deck! Appleton H-D Awesome Wide Open House Date: 09/24/2016 Time: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Location: Appleton Harley-Davidson, 2501 Hwy. 41-A ByPass, Clarksville, TN 37043 Come join the ‘A’ Team at Appleton Harley-Davidson Saturday, September 24th for our “Appleton’s Awesome Wide Open House”!!! You won’t want to miss our Big Balls Biker Contest from Noon-3:00pm. If you think you have what it takes to be the baddest biker around, put your skills & endurance to the test on our mechanical bull, $500 gift card for 1st place, $200 gift card for 2nd place. In addition to a large variety of vendors on-site like Graywolf Portraits & Engraving, we’ll have a huge tent sale setup with up to 70% off on Official Licensed Products. If that’s not enough, we’ll have live music by The Toyz Band & over $1000 in giveaways throughout the day. But wait there’s more...two lucky people will be rocking to Kid Rock! Appleton’s will be giving away 2 Kid Rock concert tickets that evening, so don’t miss your chance to see the K-I-D live!!! When you think of an Appleton Open House, you know you’re going to get good food, cold brew & all of it enjoyed with a great crew!!! Make plans now!!! We look forward to seeing everyone September 24th!!! ($1000 in giveaways to be paid out in gift cards throughout the day-see store for details). Abernathy’s H-D 4th Annual SOC Aaron Vaughn Memorial Ride Date: 09/24/2016 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Location: Abernathy’s Harley-Davidson, 1703 W Main St, Union City, TN 38261 Join Abernathy’s and the Combat Veterans in their fourth year of the Aaron Vaughn Memorial Ride. Registration starts at 10a.m. Kickstands up 12:45. Post ride activities include food, music and more. www.Operation300.com for more information.
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Bumpus H-D of Collierville 11th Annual Dixie Thunder Run Party Date: 09/24/2016 Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM Location: Bumpus Harley-Davidson Collierville, 325 S. Byhalia Rd. Collierville, TN 38017 Join us and The Dixie Thunder Run for the 11th Annual Dixie Thunder Run! We will have a live band, food, drinks, and a bikini bike wash! The Cannonball Run drawing will begin at 4pm and the Grand Prize drawing at 5pm! Chopper’s Grill Benefit for Biker’s Lives Matter Date: 09/24/2016 Time: 12:00 PM Location: Chopper’s Grill, 1200 Donelson Ave Old Hickory, TN 37138 Biker Lives Matter Benefit and Madison Elks Lodge… Biker’s Lives Do Matter so come on out and support this event. There will be a short ride, and this is a family event so bring the kids. There will be Face Painting, Karaoke, Food and much more. We hope to see you all there because Biker’s Lives Do Matter! H-D of Cool Springs Summer Music Series w/ Michael Shaun Brown Date: 09/24/2016 Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM Location: H-D Cool Springs, 7128 South Springs Drive Franklin, TN 37067 Free Beer! Free Food! Free Live Music from Michael Shaun Brown! Catalyst Cycles Bike Night Date: 09/24/2016 Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Location: The Garage Bar 405 N Front St, Murfreesboro, TN 37130 Live Music, Cold Beer & Corn Hole! The Shed- Season Finale: Big Gun Date: 09/24/2016 Time: 6:00 PM Location: The Shed Smokehouse & Juke Joint, 1820 W Lamar Alexander Pkwy Maryville, TN 37801 Big Gun kicked off the season and now they will close it with a huge salute to AC/DC! Be sure to come out for our 2016 Season Finale at The Shed! We’re going to go out with a bang! Saturday, Sept. 24th 6pm- Doors (Dragon Hour) 7:30pm- Few Miles On 8:30pm- Big Gun. Sloan’s “Bikes on Broad” Bike Night Date: 09/27/2016 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location: Sloan’s Motorcycle & ATV, 2233 NW Broad St. Murfreesboro, TN 37129 Music, Family Games, Door Prizes, Food. Sloan’s Parts Department will be open for your shopping needs. All bike makes and models are welcome!!
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Silverado Rivergate Date: 09/28/2016 Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM Location: Silverado, 709 Rivergate Pkwy Goodlettsville, TN 37072 TN’s Largest Bike Night Every Wednesday Night! Live Music, Free Hot Dogs & $2.50 Bud Products. Chopper’s Grill Bike Night Date: 09/28/2016 Time: 7:00 PM Location: Chopper’s Grill, 1200 Donelson Ave Old Hickory, TN 37138 Bike Night Every Wednesday Night with Crystal Karaoke 7-11! Cigar Station Bike Night Date: 09/29/2016 Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Location: Cigar Station, 5075 Main St, Ste A1, Spring Hill, TN 37174 Cigar Station Bike Night Last Thursday of the month. Get that scoot out and ride to Spring Hill and join us for Bike Night! We have Music, Free Food & Cigar & Beer Deals! Sloan’s Monthly Pancake Breakfast Date: 10/01/2016 Time: 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM Location: Sloan’s Motorcycle & ATV, 2233 NW Broad St. Murfreesboro, TN 37129 All you can eat Pancakes and fixings for your $5 Charitable Donation - after breakfast weather permitting, we Ride!
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Women Of Rock “Squeeze a Boob, Save a Life” Date: 10/01/2016 Time: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM Location: Adrenaline, 200 Maddox Simpson Pkwy, Lebanon, TN 37090 Women of Rock to benefit breast cancer awareness. Poker run, prizes, vendors, games and many of the best women of Rock in the business, Geneva, Amy Brown from Phoenix Rising, Jesse Blair, Pamela Gentry and more! Vendors can set up for a fee of $25.00 and the Benefit Ride will be $10.00 per person and $15.00 for a couple. Don’t ride? You can still participate with our In House Benefit Walk, $10 Per Hand. Call Carol at 615-281-7279 FMI. East Tennessee Toy Run Date: 10/30/2016 Time: 9:00 AM Location: Tennessee Smokies Baseball Stadium, 3540 Line Dr, Kodak, TN 37764 We are pleased to announce that this is our 25th year of supporting local families at Christmas time. Come join us for a beautiful ride thru the Tennessee hills. End at Smoky Mountain Harley-Davidson in Maryville (The Shed) and enjoy music, fun activities and fellowship. All bikes welcome. $10.00 per rider. Gates open at 9am, Kick Stands up at 1pm. For more information and to preregister visit our website at www.shilohriders.com September 2016
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