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FROM THE PUBLISHER It may seem like we’re jumping the gun, but March is always the kick off to “riding season” in my mind. Recent years especially, it seems as though I’m always able to sneak in a few rides here or there in March – especially after a few months of heavy snow and sub-zero wind chills. March usually also kicks off with Daytona Bike Week – who’s main appeal is a chance to sneak away for a few days of riding on warmer, salt free roads. And usually, it seems as though by the time I get back – things have warmed up enough that I question why I left in the first place. Usually, but not always. We may still get a freak snow storm or two, but generally I’m able to get some miles in. So, at least in my mind – March is the start of “Spring Riding Season” here in Ohio. With that in mind, we’re presenting an article on getting your bike out and ready to ride after it’s been hibernating for a few months (Preparing Your Bike, Page 34). We’ve also included a few articles to get you thinking about bigger rides and maybe some real road trips. Norm Kern, our new Sport Touring columnist, presents an article on Group Riding – along with some suggestions on how you can get out and meet some folks that like to ride! (Sport Touring Corner, starts page 38). Our friends at Adventure Bike Rider have also shared some tips on How to Plan a Motorcycle Trip – that starts on page 42. In addition to these articles, we have lots more on just about every aspect of the motorcycle community – from vintage bikes to British Bikes, from custom Harleys to hillclimb racing – as always, it’s all here in Thunder Roads Ohio! If by chance, this is your first time picking up a TRO – you may be surprised by the wide variety of things we cover. It’s not that I’m not passionate about my Harleys – or that I don’t love riding through the woods on my KLR. Or that I don’t think our CB650 Café Racer isn’t one of the coolest machines ever built. And yes, every time I read Norm’s Sport Touring column I crave jumping on an FJR. Admittedly, I just love it all – I love riding. More importantly, though – I love the motorcycle community. I believe that we as riders have a better outlook and appreciation of life. It doesn’t really matter what we ride or where we like to ride – it’s about getting out to ride or even simply an appreciation of the ride. Thunder Roads Ohio is a celebration of THE RIDE. Not about a single ride or a particular make, although we all may have our favorites. It’s about the motorcycle community and everything it entails. We are about the people, the machines, the events, the rides, and the stops. And we try to touch on just about everything – even aspects you may have never considered or been aware of. We want to inform, entertain, and whenever possible, excite you with the possibilities out there! It’s an exciting world out there – and Spring is the equivalent of opening the chute for a bull rider in my eyes. It’s about to get crazy! Get ready – hold on tight – and let’s GO! (Well, hopefully, none of us get thrown!) As always, I appreciate your support and hope to see you all out on the road! Sincerely, Derek A Smith PS – If you haven’t already seen our new website, please take a minute to check it out. It’s pretty cool! ThunderRoadsOhio.com
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2018 North Coast Biker’s Ball Warrant and Jack Russell’s Great White to headline benefit concert Thunder Roads Ohio has teamed up with the Hard Rock Rocksino Northfield to host the Park’s First Annual North Coast Biker’s Ball as a benefit for North Coast Community Homes. The informal event offers the riding community a chance to get together and shake off the winter doldrums and enjoy an intimate show with 80’s rockers – WARRANT and JACK RUSSELL’s GREAT WHITE. Warrant has multiple double Platinum albums and international sales of over 10 million albums. They are known for their #1 single – “Heaven” and “Cherry Pie” which is a favorite party anthem at rallies across the country. Jack Russell is the original lead singer of Great White – a powerhouse American hard rock band known for songs like “Once Bitten, Twice Shy”. It’s going to be a great night of rock, fun and games – and the entire riding community is invited!
The Hard Rock Rocksino Northfield Park is an incredible entertainment destination in Northeast Ohio – offering thrilling gaming action and world class entertainment in a venue that pulses with “Rock n’ Roll” energy 24/7. It’s a great location that offers something for everyone – from live music and stand-up comedy to incredible culinary options. They are an ideal partner for an event aimed at helping those in need throughout Northeast Ohio.
North Coast Community Homes (NCCH) is a 501c3 non-profit organization that provides high-quality, community-based homes throughout Northeast Ohio for people with developmental disabilities, severe mental illness, and other disabilities. NCCH manages more than 220 homes serving more than 1,000 men and woman. You can find out more at ncch.org For more information, follow the event on Facebook (www.facebook.com/ ThunderRoadsOhio) or visit our website at ThunderRoadsOhio.com
Following the concert in Hard Rock LIVE!, the party moves over to the HARD ROCK CAFÉ for a show by local rockers – 1988. Hosted by Thunder Roads Ohio the party will feature giveaways and does not require a ticket for admission. JUST ADDED: THUNDER ROADS BONUS TICKET The Hard Rock Rocksino Northfield Park has added a new THUNDER ROADS / NORTH COAST Ticket Package that includes an upgraded concert seat, a food voucher ($11.99 value), $5 Free Play at the Rocksino, and a special limited edition promotional poster for the event. A limited number of these packages are available for $75 each with proceeds going to North Coast Community Homes and are only through ThunderRoadsOhio.com or North Coast Community Homes.
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Athens County presents Ohio’s Windy 9 9 Scenic Routes Offer “Ohio’s Finest Riding Experience”
Over the last several years, a number of southern Ohio cities and counties have made a concerted effort to court the motorcycle community and invite riders to explore their roads. In Southeastern Ohio, the Triple Nickel and Hocking Hills areas have been a popular draw for years – but the Athen’s County Visitor’s Bureau has taken things a step further and developed what they call “Ohio’s Windy 9”. Nine scenic routes that they have mapped out which offer what they describe as “Ohio’s Finest Riding Experience.” These distinct rides cover nearly 1,000 miles of the best driving, riding, and even biking routes in the state. From a leisurely cruise along the Ohio River to the roller coaster ride offered by State Route 555 (aka The Triple Nickel), the Windy 9 is designed to offer convenient motorcycle trails that riders can explore at their own pace. “Of course, this area is known for the Triple Nickel – “Ohio’s Tail of the Dragon” – but there are so many other twisty, winding roads through really beautiful areas,” commented Amy Spoutz with the Athens Visitors Bureau. “Working with local dealerships and active riders familiar with the area – we compiled a set of routes for visitors to explore.” You can find these well prepared routes by visiting the athensohio.com website – or you can reach the specific pages directly by accessing windy9.com. These online resources offers easy downloads that give specific directions, highlights of the route, and a convenient map of each route. Additionally the website offers deals on hotels and other special offers as well. For those really tech savy – you can not only download the Windy 9 Map, but also GPX files that are compatible with many GPS navigation systems. Ohio’s Windy 9 Route #1 – Rim Of The World Up, up and away to the top of Ohio’s Windy 9 and set your gaze upon the “Rim of the World” along the famous Route 78 Ohio’s Windy 9 Route #2 – Southern Dip Head south along the Ohio River Scenic Byway for an amazing glide through river towns of yesteryear. Ohio’s Windy 9 Route #3 – Hocking Hills Nipper Onward through Wayne National Forest into the famous Hocking Hills region to discover one of America’s most popular eco-adventure destinations. Ohio’s Windy 9 Route #4 – Lazy Rivers Try to keep your eyes on the road while flowing alongside the Hocking River to its confluence with the Ohio. Ohio’s Windy 9 Route #5 – Zaleski Zipper “The Zipper” boasts unique versatility and a perfect snapshot of the true Ohio riding experience. Ohio’s Windy 9 Route #6 – Pioneer Pass Something for every skill level and majestic rolling hills are showcased along this challenging trek as you get a glimpse of State Route 555 better known as The Triple Nickle Ohio’s Windy 9 Route #7 – Pomeroy Dash Let Old US 33 take you back in time along this historic thoroughfare connecting Athens to the Ohio River. Ohio’s Windy 9 Route #8 – Black Diamond Run Celebrate the Hocking Valley’s coal heritage with a tour through the Little Cities of Black Diamonds.
You can download convenient sheets on each of the rides from the website.
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Greater Akron MC – AMA Organizer of the Year! Award recognizes their commitment to the Riding Community.
At the AMA Championship Banquet, held January 20th in Columbus, the Greater Akron Motorcycle Club was recognized as the Recreational Road Riding Organizer of the Year. Thunder Roads Ohio is proud to have partnered with the GAMC on a number of things, primarily relating to the GREATER AKRON AREA MOTORCYCLE EVENTS CALENDAR which we help produce. We’ve always been impressed by the club and their commitment to not only riding – but the community as a whole. Congratulations! The Greater Akron Motorcycle Club was founded in 1919 and chartered as an AMA Club in 1926, making them the 13th oldest AMA Sanctioned Club in the United States. Their 46th Annual Centurion Run will be held on August 12th this year, and this will be the 21st year that they have produced their Community Ride Calendar – which has helped clubs and charitable organizations throughout the area host successful rides and motorcycle events. Clearly, they are committed to the local motorcycle community as a whole. “We are deeply involved in the greater Akron area motorcycling community,” explained Rich Robinson, 26-year member and past President of the GAMC. “Over the years we’ve also supported a number of local charities through our rides and fundraisers. Recently, our main charity is the Super Kids Classic – which is derby downs for kids with disabilities. We have been involved with this group for more than 20 years.” “We run the bottom of the hill – stopping the cars, getting the kids out and then running them back up to the top of the hill to race again. If you’ve never seen a large, tattooed biker’s heart melt – show up the first Saturday in June at the bottom of the hill.”
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In regard to the award, Rich commented “Greater Akron is proud of being an AMA Club and to have received this award – to our pleasant surprise!”
The TRO SCAVENGER HUNT is a special, indoor THUNDER RUN through the pages of our very own magazine. Hidden someplace within the depth of these pages is a special TRO PRIZE LOGO – see the sample here. It’s a version of our “wheel logo” with a treasure chest on it. It was inspired by Cole’s favorite TV show – Jake and the Neverland Pirates! When you find it, shoot us an email at BuckeyeThunderRun@gmail.com with SCAVENGER HUNT in the subject line. Let us know what page and exactly where the logo is in this month’s magazine and we will put you in the drawing for some great TRO prizes – including some great gear and subscriptions to the magazine! How cool is that?!
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2018 AMA PRO HILLCLIMB SCHEDULE RELEASED The Devil’s Staircase returns for its 69th as the Series Finale! DAYTONA BEACH, Fla.– AMA Pro Hillclimb is pleased to announce its 2018 event schedule, which includes 10 events, four more than in 2017, and two new venues. This unique form of motorsport, which dates to the early part of the 20th century (Harley-Davidson literature from 1910 mentions Motor Company hill climb victories), and was immortalized in the late Bruce Brown’s On Any Sunday motorcycle documentary, has advanced quite a bit in the last two decades. Attendance is up, and the machinery being used in the Extreme and Unlimited classes is as radical as it comes – with 300-plushorsepower, multi-cylinder nitro-burning engines and wildly extended swingarms offering up crazed rides to the top of these steep and jump-laden hills. The season kicks off on June 3 with the first of three events at the legendary White Rose Motorcycle Club hill climb in Spring Grove, PA. Two more events occur there, a night race on July 28 and a daytime fall event on September 23. The new venues include a Laconia hill climb event on June 13 during the massive Laconia Bike Week festivities (300,000-plus attend the weeklong celebration), and an August 11 event at the famed motocross facility at Millville, MN (the facility held hillclimbs through the 1970s until 1982). Returning events include the June 10 and September 30 hill climbs at Bushkill Valley Motorcycle Club park in Freemansburg, PA, the August 5 event on Mount Garfield in Muskegon, MI, a September 15 event at Middle Tennesse Dragway in Buffalo Valley, TN, and the 2018 series finale on October 14 at the famed Devil’s Staircase hill in Oregonia, Ohio.
2018 Schedule June 3: White Rose Motorcycle Club, Spring Grove, PA June 10: Bushkill Valley, Freemansburg, PA June 13: Laconia Bike Week, Laconia, NH July 28: White Rose Motorcycle Club (evening race), Jefferson, PA August 5: Muskegon Motorcycle Club, Michigan, MI August 11: Spring Creek MX Park: Millville, MN September 15: Middle Tennesee Dragway, Buffalo Valley, TN September 23: White Rose Motorcycle Club, Jefferson, PA September 30: Bushkill Valley, Freemansburg, PA
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“2018 is looking to be a great year for American hill climbing,” says series manager Rob Redmann. “We’re running ten races this year, with two new venues, so it’s going to be plenty exciting for fans and riders alike.” The action at any AMA Pro Hillclimb event is always hot and heavy, and given the history and difficulty of the hills on the schedule – and the wild machines that navigate them – fans and their families are sure to enjoy themselves. There are also VertiCross events this year at all events, which feature four bikes running the hills at once, side by side. It’s hugely exciting, and fans love it. OHIO’S MOTORCYCLE MOTORCYCLE MAGAZINE MAGAZINE OHIO’S
REPORT American Motorcyclist Association honors 2017 champions Athletes of the Year, Sportsman of the Year among those recognized Athletes of the Year, Sportsman of the Year among those recognized
World Champion Nicky Hayden, who tragically passed away in 2017. The Executive Committee of the AMA Board of Directors passed a resolution last year to name the prestigious AMA Horizon Awards after Nicky.
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The American Motorcyclist Association recognized its greatest champions and hardest-working organizers from the 2017 season on Jan. 20 during the AMA Championship Banquet at the Hilton Downtown Columbus in Columbus, Ohio.
AMA Horizon Awards are presented to upand-coming amateur racers in motocross, road racing and dirt track who demonstrate they have the talent, dedication and poise to excel in the professional ranks.
“The AMA and our chartered clubs and promoters represent the most expansive sanctioned motorsports activity in the world,” said AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman. “The riders, racers and families in this room are the people who bring the passion, talent and dedication to make that possible. “The AMA is more than an event sanctioning body,” Dingman continued. “We are the leading advocacy organization for motorcycling and ATV riding in America. We support all forms of motorcycling -from organized events to casual riding. We protect the freedoms of motorcyclists and ATV riders from overreaching laws. We negotiate deals and discounts for our members. Through the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame, we preserve the history of the sport. And when I say ‘we,’ I mean all of us -- including the AMA members in this room tonight.” The evening’s program was emceed by Laurette Nicoll and Kevin Kelly. Cody Webb of Royal Oaks, Calif., was recognized as the AMA Athlete of the Year from National Championship Series competition.
Nicky Hayden won the first AMA Horizon Award ever presented -- the 1997 AMA Dirt Track Horizon Award. Mrs. Hayden presented the Nicky Hayden AMA Road Race Horizon Award to Joseph Blasius of Northville, Mich., and the Nicky Hayden AMA Dirt Track Horizon Award to Hunter Brooks of Escalon, Calif. Webb earned the national No. 1 plate in the AMA Endurocross National Championship Series and the Extreme Enduro Pro class at the AMA Tennessee Knockout Extreme Enduro Grand Championship. He has won Tennessee Knockout five straight years. In addition to his competition successes, Webb mentors younger riders. “I was fortunate to be able to invite some of the up-and-coming riders in the sport to visit my home for a while,” he said. “We rode together. And I think we learned from each other. It’s a way to help keep this sport growing.” Attending the ceremony was Rose Hayden, the mother of 2006 MotoGP
The 2017 AMA Athlete of the Year from Grand Championship events was Justin Cooper, AMA Motocross Horizon Award Winner and AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship. Cooper was unable to attend the banquet, but shared his gratitude in a video acceptance speech. Tayla Jones, who moved to North Carolina from Australia last year, was announced as the AMA Female Racer of the Year. She was the 2017 WXC Champion from the AMSOIL
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REPORT American Motorcyclist Association honors 2017 champions - Cont’d from p.15 Athletes of the Year, Sportsman of the Year among those recognized AMA Grand National Cross Country Series, the Women’s Pro Overall Champion from the AMA Full Gas Sprint Enduro Championship Series, and the Women’s Elite Champion from the AMA National Enduro Championship Series. “I couldn’t have had a better year, really,” Jones said. “It’s been my dream since I was a little kid to race in America.” The 2017 AMA Vet Racer of the Year was Destry Abbott, who dominated his class in the 2017 AMA Endurocross National Championship Series. Abbott was unable to attend the banquet, but sent an acceptance video. The 2017 AMA Youth Racer of the Year was Ty Masterpool, who is the Supermini 1 (12-15) Champion and Supermini 2 (13-16) Champion from the Rocky Mountain ATV/ MC AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship. Ty was not able to attend the ceremony. Top-three finishers were recognized from six regional championships and 21 national championships, representing all disciplines of AMA-sanctioned competition.
The 2017 AMA Sportsman of the Year was Jody Barry. At the Daytona 200 in March, a fellow rider crashed and was trapped under his burning motorcycle. Barry stopped, lifted the crashed bike and freed the rider. “I had gone down, too, and I was going to get my bike when I saw him waving at me,” said Barry, who was the 2016 recipient of the AMA Horizon Award in road racing. “I saw that his bike was on fire and he was stuck there, so I had to lift up the bike a little bit and drag him a little bit to get him free.” Sponsors and supporters of the 2017 AMA Championship Banquet included Brush Hero, Motion Pro, Maxima, Rocky Mountain ATV MC, IMS, Bridgestone, My Laps, Riders of Kawasaki, Feld Entertainment, Spot LLC, Iron Pony, Mechanics Wear and Ask Powersports.
Other award winners announced at the banquet were: AMA Motocross Organizer of the Year 2X Promotions AMA Off-Road Organizer of the Year North American Trials Council AMA Track Racing Organizer of the Year WERA Motorcycle Roadracing AMA ATV Organizer of the Year Western New York Off-Road Association AMA Recreational Road Riding Organizer of the Year Greater Akron M/C AMA Recreational Off-Road Organizer of the Year Penguins Motorcycle Club at Cal Poly AMA Club of the Year Christian Motorcyclists Association AMA Media Award Brian J. Nelson of Flagstaff, Ariz.
In addition to the competition awards, in many years the AMA recognizes the AMA Sportsman of the Year. AMA Sportsmen of the Year may be ambassadors, competitors, promoters or others who go above and beyond to elevate the sport or demonstrate exceptional fairness or selflessness in AMA-sanctioned activity.
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SAFETY REPORT Hi Friends, As we all know living in the great state of Ohio, “GO BUCKS” motorcycling really does not start until April. Still we will all try to get out there as soon as the snow quits coming down and the salt gets washed off the roads. Spring is just around the corner and events will be starting and another year will kick off. So with that being said you may assume that there are no stats to report for this year. Well, it is better than last year. In January 2017 we had 37 crashes, 26 injuries and 1 fatality. If you remember we had a very nice January. In 2018 we have had 17 crashes, 9 injuries and NO fatalities, but the weather has not been very nice. I’m writing this article the first of February and the weather is not looking all that great. If you get on your bike, be ready to ride safe and remember that cars aren’t used to seeing you out there.
think about upgrading your rider training. Motorcycle Ohio gives a one day course and they pack a lot of information in that one day. Give it a try. There are many things going on in our Motorcycle Community and we all need to support Motorcycle Rights Organizations. There are a lot of people and groups that would like to take a lot of our rights away. With the introduction of autonomous cars, our whole riding experience may change. Many manufacturers are looking at electric cycles and say that they will eliminate motorcycles with gas power. Abate of Ohio Inc. has been protecting our, yours and my rights for 40 years now. Let’s keep
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our freedoms as they are. JOIN now. Only $10.00. Go online at ABATE.com or call 1 800 25 BIKER. When you read this, some lucky folks will be heading for Daytona Beach. The rest of us will just be getting the bike out to give her a good wax job and wait for that first nice day. On one of those nice days, go down to a nice large parking lot and practice some tight turns, panic stops and slow rides. Also adjust those mirrors so you can see the best. Ride like they can’t see you. Ride Within Your Limits Mike Stock
Most of you know that I have been appointed as Chairman of the Board for ABATE of Ohio Inc. This new job is going to keep me very busy. I will still be doing the job of Safety and Education Director until we find someone interested in taking it over. Contact me if you are interested and I will talk it over with you. This job enables you to work all over the state and meet a lot of great people. Start making plans for the Motorcycle Awareness Rally and After Rally Party, Saturday, May 5th, 2018. It starts at A.D. Farrow Co. Harley Davidson in Sunbury and goes to the State House in downtown Columbus for the reading of Proclamations and then to Victory’s for the After-Rally Party. This event kicks off Motorcycle Awareness Month for the whole country and to make as many motorists aware that we are back on the roads. Check your local region to see if there is an Awareness Rally or Run in your area to help make everyone aware that we are back. The crew over at Motorcycle Ohio is in full swing with early registration and when this article comes out they will be starting training soon. It is never too late to take your first class. I went to a seminar about the ageing driver and did you know that 25% of all car drivers will be over 65 years old within the next 10 years? The motorcycle community is going in the same direction. As our physical condition changes, 18 18
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Legislative Report Greetings, All: Well, with this article, we are that much closer to the beginning of another riding season. For those of us who have not put the MC up for the winter, there have been a few riding opportunities to enjoy some saddle time. Others have taken the winter to have some work done to the scoot, to upgrade or just to do some much-needed maintenance. Please consider brushing up on your riding skills once the weather breaks as well, by taking a safety course (Motorcycle Ohio has excellent ones) and then practicing what you have re-learned. Might just save your ass. Of course encourage, actually DEMAND, that first time riders take a riding course to help them get the training they need to survive.
Planning continues on the Legislative Seminar, April 6/7, at the Crowne Plaza North Hotel. To book a room by phone, call 614-4316049. Give the code AOI. Online go to www. crowneplaza.com/columbusnorth, then click link ABATE of Ohio, Inc. 1-Select Check in/Check out dates. 2-If you need more than one room or have more than one guest, click “more options tab”, do not fill in any other tabs. 3-Select “Book” then select your room type. If link does not work, call 1-866-309-1866 and give group code “AOI”.
When you read this at the end of February or early March, the Easyriders Bike Show will have already happened. ABATE will be there, and a report will be in next month’s article. Please reference my previous article for an overview of the issues we are dealing with, or go to www.abate.com, or www.mrf.org for more information on these issues. Respectfully submitted, Kolman Fuzy legislativedirector@abate.com 614-332-0198
With the re-emergence of motorcycles on the roads, the Awareness Rally is of the utmost importance, a chance to remind motorists that we are back on the roads, and that they need to pay attention to their driving and to our presence. The Rally will be held on May 5th, starting at AD Farrow Northstar (Routes 36/37 and I-71). The Police escorted run to the Statehouse will depart at NOON. This event will kick off May as “Motorcycle Awareness Month in Ohio” with the hope that it will carry over throughout the riding season. This will be a rain or shine event, so please plan on attending to help carry our message out to the motorists we need to co-exist with. Any motorcyclist can be profiled at any time. Please take the time to pull up the Motorcycle Profiling Project website to take the profiling survey. It takes very little of your time and is important to help in the prevention of profiling. The survey should also be available on the ABATE website, www.abate.com and the MRF website, www.mrf.org. Please take the survey, let your voice be heard. Also, on the Federal level, H. Res 318 and S. Res 154 need to be supported. Contact your Senators and Reps. and ask them to sign on as co-sponsors and to support these pieces of legislation. In Ohio, the hearing protection bill, HB 280 is in the process of being transitioned to the new Representative in the 87th. District, Rep. Riordan T. McClain and once movement begins again, we will see how we can assist in its passage.
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CMA “How to Be Filled with The Holy Spirit” Pastor Jerry Williams is a friend of mine and he wrote a study titled, “How to Be Filled with The Holy Spirit”. I would like to share some excerpts from that study. Hebrews 13:8, “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” NASB The purpose of Jesus coming to earth has not changed. John 3:17, “For God did not send the Son into the world to judge the world, but that the world might be saved through Him.” NASB Jerry writes, “Religion seeks change; Salvation demands transformation morally, mentally and spiritually.” Anyone truly born again through faith in Christ will not only have a judicial change in their eternal status with God, but also a visible/actual change in their heart, mind and conduct. A transformed life is the only acceptable and visible proof of one’s penitent heart and sincere salvation. We were created after God’s image, and for God’s pleasure, and for God’s glory. Before Eve was deceived by the Serpent (Satan) which allow sin to enter the soul of man, God and man walked together continually in perfect harmony. The Lord was man’s unconditional priority and purpose. As a result, sin separated man from the presence of God, and man’s priority changed from the Lord to himself. The Lord will one day be re-established as man’s unconditional priority and every knee will bow, and every tongue will confess that Jesus Christ is Lord. Giving Him once and for all the Glory and unconditional priority which is due His Name, the Name Above All Other Names!
Christian Motorcyclists Association COME RIDE WITH US! CMA is a servant minded interdenominational motorcycle ministry with a nondenominational message of hope and love through Jesus Christ. Enjoy the family atmosphere, make life-long friends, and join an army of people dedicated to changing the world, one heart at a time in the highways and byways. Visit us at www.cmausa.org for more information. Have a message you’d like to share? If you have a message that you’d like to share with riders across Ohio and the Midwest, let us know. TRO welcomes the opportunity to work with established motorcycle ministries. Feel free to share upcoming events with us as well, by emailing information to Events.ThunderRoads@gmail.com 22 22
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Jerry writes, “Jesus Christ is coming again for His bride who will be without spot, or wrinkle or any such thing. The Bride of Christ will be easily identified because of her unconditional priority and love for her Redeemer Kinsman and Bridegroom, Jesus Christ.” Continuum, what does it mean? A set of two or more things though individually separate cannot be individually separated one from another (where one begins and the other ends cannot be identified), and none of which contains a limit point of the other. God is “Three-in-one”, and therefore an ever present Eternal Continuum. Jerry writes, “Everything we see and know first began with God, is sustained by God, and will in the end all consist in God. The concept of God as a holy Being is commonly accepted, but His presence and power are no longer manifesting through His people as in Biblical days. The idea of God may be commonplace, but the acceptance and belief of an ever-present God living and moving among us has suffered the fate of which Coleridge writes: ‘Truths of all other the most awful and interesting are too often considered as SO true that they lose all the power of truth and lie bed-ridden in the dormitory of the soul, side by side with the most despised and exploded errors.’” Here’s a statement for you, “God is HERE! He was HERE first, and He will be HERE last!” Joshua 1:5 reads, “No man will be able to stand before you all the days of your life. Just as I have been with Moses, I will be with you; I will not fail you or forsake you.” NASU Jerry writes, If God is not present among His people and His power manifesting for all to see, then He is nothing more than an accepted idea rather than an Ever Present, Almighty, AllPowerful God in our midst. God Has Premised To Be With Us Just As He Has Been With Moses, Elijah, David, Peter and Paul! Do you see that God has proclaimed, as I was, so I will be?” A.W. Tozer: If we grope back to the farthest limits of thought where imagination touches the precreation void, we shall find God there. In one unified present glance He comprehends all things from everlasting, and the flutter of a seraph’s wing a thousand ages hence is seen by Him now without moving His eyes. Jerry writes, “We must become a people who live, move and exist in the power of an everpresent God Who dwells as our utmost priority and pursuit. We must cease being a people who habitually see God in our past and believe He will certainly be in our future, but He is mysteriously missing in our present now! We must become those who not only believe, but exhibit through our daily lives we are not, nor ever will be alone! God is our EverPresent Priority! Thus, the great commandment, ‘Love God with ALL ….’” GR (Jerry) Niver CMA Ohio State Coordinator
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KENNEDY STYLE
by: Denise Kennedy, TRO
My husband Art will be retiring soon. Actually, the first of July give or take a week or so. He has been making big plans, unfortunately without me as I still have a few more years before I can join him. But that has not stopped him from planning out what he will do with his time.
get to this point. I am excited for him and he truly deserves it. However he is not getting rid of me that fast. Daytona Bike Week 2018 here we come.
Having changed jobs just a few years ago, I don’t have the vacation time to do some of the things he wants to get to. One to not let the grass grow under his feet he has enlisted the company of his brother and a brother of sorts, both of which are or will be retired in time to join him. This past riding season life got in the way of riding much. So he is eagerly awaiting the ADA tour (Art, David and Al). An acronym for the Americans with Disabilities Act (one has a bad back, one a bad hip and the other has two wonky shoulders) or the Association of Dumb… well you know where I am going with that one. ADA will begin with Sturgis. Although we had been to the area many years ago we did not have our bikes and it is something he has dreamed of doing. He enjoys riding. He’s always said it is the best way to clear his head, relieve the stress of the day and enjoy some fresh air. Although he wants to experience the Sturgis Rally he seems more excited about being able to ride the winding roads of the Black Hills. They will also be off to The Tail of the Dragon. He is a much more experienced rider than I (I believe he had his first bike before he could even legally drive a car) and I know he is looking forward to this without worrying how I am riding. These are the two big ones, however I don’t thing others will actually be planned. Since he will now have the time, he will have the opportunity to go on a whim; something he didn’t have the luxury of doing when he was still working. His approach to rallies will be much different in his retirement. No worry about how much you have to pack in over a short weekend or a week long event. No vacation time to schedule. No worry that you have used all the time you have accrued. He has worked long and hard to
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TECH TALK Preparing Your Bike For Riding Season The snow has finally melted and the open road beckons! You’ve had to satisfy your motorcycle cravings through your monthly fix of Thunder Roads and an occasional bike show or swap meet – but the time has finally come! You’re ready to take your iron horse out on the road – but wait, not so fast! One of the worst things you can ever do to a bike is just leave her sitting, and your girl has most likely been sitting all winter. So before you head out, we’d recommend taking the time to run through the following checklist to avoid any problems. 1. Dust Off Your Bike. Remove the cover and any blocks used to keep your bike in place during winter storage and lower the bike onto its side stand. Remove any plugs, rags or covers from the exhaust pipes and air intakes meant to keep out animals and foreign objects. Wash away any coating you may have applied to protect the frame, rims and chain. 2. Look Over the Fuel System. Replace the fuel filter and examine the fuel tank, fuel lines and fittings for cracks and leaks. If you used fuel stabilizer, your fuel should be in good shape. Make sure by opening the filler cap and looking inside for gunk or stratification. If the fuel is consistent and clean, you can go to the next step. If not, you’re better off draining the tank and fuel lines before running the engine. You also should check and clean your carburetor. Add a fuel system cleaner the next few times you fill your tank. 3. Make Sure It’s Well-Oiled. Many motorcycle manufacturers recommend that you change the engine oil and filter before storage and again in the spring. During storage, the oil can separate, causing a condensation build up that may harm your engine. Whether or not you changed your engine oil before storage, you’ll still want to check the oil level before riding.
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4. Check the Fluids. Check the fluid hose connections for looseness or signs of leakage. Check for cracks in all hoses and replace as needed. Check the levels and consistency of all of the fluids. Change any fluid that looks suspicious and top off any that need refilling. Always use a new sealed container when topping off fluids. Flush and replace the old antifreeze with proper coolant. You also should replace the air filter. 5. Charge the Battery. If you removed the battery for storage and kept it charged, just clean the cables and terminals with a wire brush, then grease and reconnect. If you kept your battery trickle-charged or hooked up to a tender, it’s probably in good shape. However, if the bike was stored without disconnecting the battery or without using a smart charger, the battery will need to be fully charged or replaced if it won’t hold a charge. In either case, check the leads for corrosion and make sure they’re attached snugly. Depending on your battery, you may have to fill the cells with distilled water. Be sure the vent tube is connected and properly routed. 6. Kick the Tires. If the weight was off your motorcycle’s wheels during storage, chances are your tires are in good shape, but you still should inspect them thoroughly before riding. Check for cracks, bulges, punctures, stress marks or flat spots. Using a tire pressure gauge, check air pressure in both tires to ensure they’re properly inflated. If needed, refill your tires to the manufacturer’s recommended pressure. Inspect the wheels for dents and carefully tighten any loose spokes. Grease the wheel bearings.
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7. Hit the Brakes. Check and fill the brake fluid level, and replace it if it’s dirty. Examine the brake lines for cracks and leaks. Inspect the brake pads and discs or shoes for wear. If they’re thin, you may want to get new ones. Thoroughly clean the brake rotors with brake cleaner. Lubricate the front-brake hand lever and throttle cables.
Controls Test all of your controls to make ensure that your bike is road ready. Check your steering, clutch, throttle and other key controls. This is the time to address any problems. 8. Rev the Engine. If you didn’t spray fogging oil or lubricate the top of the cylinder before storage, remove the spark plugs and pour 2 tablespoons of oil into the spark plug ports. This will lubricate the top portion of the cylinder walls before you start the bike. When you pull the plugs, check the gaps; if needed, use a gap-setting tool to set them to the manufacturer’s specifications.
Spark plugs Prevent problems down the road by checking your motorcycle’s spark plugs. If any are dirty or show signs of damage, replace them before you are left stranded on the side of the road. 9. Inspect the Frame, Suspension and Steering. Inspect the frame and fairing for hairline cracks. Pay close attention to areas around the engine and transmission brackets. Move the forks forward and back to feel for looseness. If there’s any movement or clunking from the steering head, tighten it properly. Inspect the handlebars for cracks and lubricate the cable connections. Pay particular attention to brake-lever pivot bolts, axle nuts and drain plugs. Lubricate all bearings and grease the kickstand. Check the condition of every nut and fastener, and tighten as necessary. 10. Double-Check the Chain and Sprockets. Check the sprocket for missing teeth or uneven wear. Test the amount of slack in the motorcycle’s chain and adjust the tension to the manufacturer’s specification. Then lubricate the chain. 11. Take a Look at the Electrical System. Check your electronics, switches, lights and gauges for proper operation. Test your regular and highbeam headlamps, and front and rear turn signals. Test your rear brake light and ensure it lights up THUNDER ROADS® OHIO MAGAZINE
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when you engage the brakes. Test the horn to ensure it’s working. 12. Test the Controls. Examine the cables and hoses for cracks, kinks or other damage. Test the levers and pedals to make sure they’re well-lubricated. Test the throttle to ensure it flows smoothly and does not jam or spring closed when released. 13. Check on Your Insurance Policy. Make sure your insurance policy is up to date and in effect. If you’ve added any custom parts or equipment over the winter, you’ll want to be sure they’re covered. 14. Hit the Road. Let the bike idle for a few minutes to get its fluids circulating. Check to see whether it idles smoothly and at the correct RPM after reaching normal operating temperature. If everything looks good – go ahead and take her out on the road. Go for a short ride at first, going through all the gears and seeing how she handles close to home. Then come back and park her for a few. Then go ahead and start her up. If an issue come up, you’d much rather deal with it at home then along the side of the road. The the Motorcycle Safety Foundation’s T-CLOCS (Tires, Controls, Lights, Oils and Fluids, Chassis and Stands) checklist is a handy tool that includes most of the items we just mentioned. We’ve provided a copy here for your convenience. Feel free to make a copy or download one to your computer from the MSF website (www.msf-usa.org). It’s a handy tool that might just save you a lot of headaches down the road. Once you’ve gone through all of this – you’re ready to enjoy your ride! The content contained in this article is being presented for discussion sake and informational purposes only and should not be used in lieu of seeking professional advice from a certified technician or mechanic as to the specific needs of your particular motorcycle. OHIO’S MOTORCYCLE MAGAZINE
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T-CLOCSSM Inspection Checklist T-CLOCS ITEM
WHAT TO CHECK WHAT TO LOOK FOR
CHECK-OFF
T-TIRES & WHEELS Tires
Condition
Tread depth, wear, weathering, evenly seated, bulges, embedded objects.
Front
Rear
Check when cold, adjust to load.
Front
Rear
Bent, broken, missing, tension, check at top of wheel: “ring” = OK — “thud” = loose spoke.
Front
Rear
Cast
Cracks, dents.
Front
Rear
Rims
Out of round/true = 5mm. Spin wheel, index against stationary pointer.
Front
Rear
Grab top and bottom of tire and flex: No freeplay (click) between hub and axle, no growl when spinning.
Front
Rear
Cracked, cut or torn, excessive grease on outside, reddish-brown around outside.
Front
Rear
Function
Each brake alone keeps bike from rolling.
Front
Rear
Condition
Check pads and discs for wear.
Front
Rear
Handlebars
Condition
Bars are straight, turn freely, handgrips and bar ends are secure.
Levers and Pedal
Condition
Broken, bent, cracked, mounts tight, ball ends on handlebar levers, proper adjustment.
Front left
Front right
Rear left
Rear right
Smooth travel, equal air pressure/damping, anti-dive settings.
Left
Right
Smooth travel, equal pre-load/air pressure/damping settings, linkage moves freely and is lubricated.
Left
Right
Air Pressure Wheels
Spokes
Bearings Seals Brakes
C-CONTROLS
Pivots Cables
Condition Routing
Hoses
Condition Routing
Throttle
Operation
Lubricated. Fraying, kinks, lubrication: ends and interior. No interference or pulling at steering head, suspension, no sharp angles, wire supports in place. Cuts, cracks, leaks, bulges, chafing, deterioration. No interference or pulling at steering head, suspension, no sharp angles, hose supports in place. Moves freely, snaps closed, no revving when handlebars are turned.
L-LIGHTS & ELECTRICS Battery Headlamp
Condition
Terminals; clean and tight, electrolyte level, held down securely.
Vent Tube
Not kinked, routed properly, not plugged.
Condition
Cracks, reflector, mounting and adjustment system.
Aim Tail lamp/brake lamp Turn signals
Height and right/left.
Condition
Cracks, clean and tight.
Operation
Activates upon front brake/rear brake application.
Operation
Flashes correctly.
Switches
Operation
All switches function correctly: engine cut-off, hi/low beam, turn signal.
Mirrors
Condition
Cracks, clean, tight mounts and swivel joints.
Aim
Adjust when seated on bike.
Lenses & Reflectors
Condition
Cracked, broken, securely mounted, excessive condensation.
Wiring
Condition
Fraying, chafing, insulation.
Routing
Pinched, no interference or pulling at steering head or suspension, wire looms and ties in place, connectors tight, clean.
O-OIL & OTHER FLUIDS Levels
Engine Oil Gear Oil, Shaft Drive Hydraulic Fluid Coolant Fuel
Leaks
Check warm on center stand on level ground, dipstick, sight glass. Transmission, rear drive, shaft. Brakes, clutch, reservoir or sight glass. Reservoir and/or coolant recovery tank — check only when cool. Tank or gauge.
Engine Oil
Gaskets, housings, seals.
Gear Oil, Shaft Drive
Gaskets, seals, breathers.
Hydraulic Fluid Coolant Fuel
Hoses, master cylinders, calipers. Radiator, hoses, tanks, fittings, pipes. Lines, fuel valve, carbs.
C-CHASSIS Frame
Condition Steering-Head Bearings Swingarm Bushings
Suspension
Front Forks Rear Shock(s)
Chain or Belt
Tension Lubrication
Fasteners
Cracks at gussets, accessory mounts, look for paint lifting. No detent or tight spots through full travel, raise front wheel, check for play by pulling/pushing forks. Raise rear wheel, check for play by pushing/pulling swingarm.
Check at tightest point. Side plates when hot. Note: do not lubricate belts.
Sprockets
Teeth not hooked, securely mounted
Threaded
Tight, missing bolts, nuts.
Clips & Cotter Pins
Broken, missing.
S-STANDS Center stand Side stand
Condition
Cracks, bent.
Retention
Springs in place, tension to hold position.
Condition
Cracks, bent (safety cut-out switch or pad equipped).
Retention
Springs in place, tension to hold position. 06/14
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Sport Touring Corner What makes a Sport Touring Bike? By Norm Kern, TRO Contributor
Group Riding, Sport-Touring Style Part One: (Group) Size Matters! As I’ve said before, sport-touring riders view motorcycling as a skill-based sport. That doesn’t mean they are particularly interested in racing or competition, but rather look forward to a challenge and enjoy practicing and developing their riding skill. It’s not about simply riding a fun, challenging road, it’s riding at a brisk pace, getting in the “zone” of total concentration on a capable motorcycle. While some prefer riding alone, most of us enjoy riding even more with some friends, so this month we’re going to talk about group riding from a sport-touring perspective. Before we get into what’s different about sport-touring group riding, let’s talk about group riding in general. Most riders think of it in social terms, trying to be as inclusive as possible to encourage participation of new or inexperienced riders and embracing a welcoming spirit of “the more the merrier.” These are noble goals, but they don’t serve the needs of sport-touring riders for several reasons. First, welcoming all comers invites large disparities in riding skill. This compounds “the slowest common denominator” problem where the slowest rider always determines the overall pace of the ride. The choice quickly becomes to go slower or make frequent stops to wait for slower riders. In a sport-touring group, these “catch-up” stops repeatedly break the riders’ concentration, eliminating the opportunity for riders to get into “the zone” and thwarting the main thing sport-touring riders most look forward to on a ride.
at the pace I want, stop wherever I wish and not worry about pleasing anyone else.” Nevertheless, we went riding for a weekend. We got along great, but it was because I let him lead and make all the decisions about where to go, when to stop, etc. Always doing what someone else wants to do doesn’t sound like any more fun that poking along in a large group, but it points to an idea that addresses the group riding dilemma. Here it is: WHAT IF you had a few people to ride with and they all happen to like the same types of roads, the same pace and style of riding, like stopping for breaks around the same time and like the same kinds of places to eat? Even though all of you are riding as a group, everyone gets to do pretty much exactly what they want! That sounds great, but how does it work out when you have a group of 20-100+ people who want to ride? First, the larger number of riders makes it more likely you will find one or a few who are very compatible with what you like. Second, rather than trying to get everyone to ride
In the same vein, large “the more the merrier” group size increases, so does the frequency of stops for gas, bathroom breaks, etc. Then there’s the logistics of trying to stay together going through towns with traffic, signal lights etc. Trying to lead a large group and keep it together is tiring and simply does not work for sport-touring groups. wOne of my friends got so frustrated with large groups, he just threw up his hands and declared, “From now on, I’m riding alone. That way, I can go where I want, 38 38
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together somehow, you encourage them to sort themselves into small “common interest” riding groups of compatible riding styles and preferences. That’s exactly what we do at Motorcycle Sport Touring Association (MSTA) rallies. MSTA rally attendees quickly get to know each others’ preferences and self-select into small groups of two to about six riders and many ride with a different group each day. For example, one friend likes to ride with me on the first day of the rally when he is fresh. He knows I will choose a long technical route and ride at a brisk pace. The next day he will ride at a slower pace with friends in another group and maybe do some sightseeing.
In addition to route choices, MSTA rally attendees themselves offer a wide range of personal riding styles and interests. In addition to regular sport-touring riders, there might be a few “track day” riders on tricked out sport bikes fully suited up in their racing leathers, but you’ll also find Goldwing riders who are looking for a nice scenic ride. Many members like big adventure bikes for both road and adventure routes, plus you’ll see some Harleys, Can-Am Spyders and even a scooter or two.
Many members attend MSTA rallies to meet and ride with specific personal friends, but if you are new, how do you find someone at a rally to ride with? You can get help by using the Member Assistance Program, (MAP) in which the organizer will connect you with an experienced member for the day based on your interests and skill level. MSTA members are generally safe and responsible, so you’ll be riding with someone who wears gear, has a lot of
Another advantage of small groups is that everyone doesn’t have to leave at the same time or ride the same route. In fact, a wide selection of suggested routes is one of the great features of most MSTA rallies. Choices include sightseeing, casual pace riding, simple fast routes with lots of sweeper curves, and technical stuff with sharp corners and elevation changes. There are even dirt and gravel routes for dual-sport and adventure riders at some events. These routes, available in both GPS and paper form, are compiled by members that live in the area, know every single road and how to string them together for non-stop fun.
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Sport Touring Corner What makes a Sport Touring Bike? By Norm Kern, TRO Contributor riding experience, and a bike that’s insured and in good repair. MSTA members also avoid adult beverage consumption until the bikes are put away for the day, so you’re always in good company. Regional MSTA rallies are held throughout the riding season, mostly in or near the Appalachian mountain region. Event locations this year include Helen, Georgia, Sparta, North Carolina, Georgetown, Kentucky, Marietta, Ohio, Lewisburg, West Virginia, Staunton, Virginia, Corydon Indiana, and Theodosia, Missouri. Look for individual upcoming event details in future columns! Next month: Sport-Touring Group Riding Etiquette
Ohio Motorcycle Sport Touring Activities Each month, Motorcycle Sport Touring Association (MSTA) hosts several regular monthly breakfasts – which serve as our regular “meetings”. Anyone, member or not, is invited to attend. This is your best opportunity to get acquainted with MSTA members in your area and connect for riding activities. On decent weather days, there are usually one or more groups going for a ride after breakfast. If it’s a cold rainy day, don’t be embarrassed to arrive on four wheels- there’s always good food and conversation regardless of the weather. There are two monthly breakfast dates and locations to choose from: Central Ohio Breakfast Monthly, first Sunday of the Month, 8am Portside Cafe 6515 S High St Lockbourne, OH 43137
Southwest Ohio Breakfast Monthly, third Saturday of the Month, 9 am Village Family Restaurant 144 S. Main St. Waynesville, OH 45068
Kentucky MSTA will also have a monthly breakfast meet up, but this year’s times and locations haven’t been determined yet. We also schedule regular monthly rides as well, but these are often rather informal small rides. For example, there are a couple of lunch rides in May, One to Jimbo’s in South Bloomingville, Ohio, and one to Moyer’s Winery on the Ohio river west of Manchester. (These are not formal events and do not require membership in MSTA.) However, these are not rides in the sense that a large number of people meet at a central location and ride en masse to the destination. MSTA is about small-group style riding, first and foremost, so lunch ride participants start from wherever they are, singularly or in small groups. Members ride their own routes, selecting fun roads and converging at the common destination for lunch from about 11:30 am to 12:30PM. After lunch, everyone disperses and goes their own way back home, individually or with a group. For example, my group of 4-6 riders leaves from Centerville, OH, at about 9:30 AM, riding a lot of fun back roads and arriving at Moyer’s about 11:30. After lunch, we stop in Manchester to top off fuel, then ride a return route home. It’s about 100 miles each way. The key to fun is meeting up with one or a few fellow members and riding in a small group. Connect with members at an MSTA breakfast and you will be on your way to having sport-touring people to ride with! 40 40
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HOW TO PLAN A MOTORCYCLE TRIP Bryn Davies, Adventure Bike Rider Editor For some, the only planning that’s required is deciding where you’re going to be riding and then just seeing what happens when you get there, but for others, trips require military precision when it comes to planning, with all food stops, petrol stops and roads planned out before they’re even on the bike. In my experience, somewhere between these two is the best for making sure you get the most out of your ride. Without proper planning, you could miss some incredible roads and sights, and with too much planning you can become too fixated on your schedule that you forget to actually live in the moment and enjoy your ride! So, here I’ll discuss exactly how I plan rides when plotting routes to be featured in Adventure Bike Rider magazine. Follow these steps and you’ll be in for a great time.
Pick your destination There are so many places in the world to ride, and trying to narrow it down to one can seem like hard work. Consider how far away is realistic for you to
travel, whether you’ll be riding your own machine there, or whether you’ll be happy to rent if you’re aiming for a far flung destination. One of the best ways to get inspiration of where to ride is to make use of social media by following well-known motorcycle travel accounts. I may be bias, but the Adventure Bike Rider Facebook
page will give you a plethora of ideas and the inspiration you need to decide on where to explore. It’s also worth considering what sort of traveller you are. It’s always good to get outside your comfort zone, but if the idea of riding somewhere where there are few amenities terrifies you, then you might be best off looking at somewhere in between to ease yourself into it. Let’s face it, a motorcycle tour should be a holiday, and you should enjoy every second of it! Once you’ve picked the country or countries in which you’d like to tour, move on to the next step.
Start researching As soon as you know where in the world it is you’d like to ride, start researching that location. The more specific you are on your destination, the easier this is going to be. Rather than trying to plot out a route step by step initially, search out some landmarks and places that you’d love to incorporate 42 42
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onto your route, plot them on a map and then join them up by the best roads that you can see. General searches of ‘things to do in X’ are a good place to start, and you’ll find a wealth of information on forums, while there will also be tons of information on the internet about the best roads to ride in these areas. When scouring Google Maps, street view is a valuable tool to help you discover great roads. Look for squiggly roads, drop the street view pin and check it out – if it looks like it’ll be a great ride, include it in your route.
Get active in forums Chances are, no matter where you want to ride, there’s someone else who’s ridden there. And when there’s someone else who’s ridden there, there’s usually information about that ride on the internet, particularly in forums. The big adventure motorcycling communities are right here on the Adventure Bike Rider forums (www.AdventureBikeRider. com), and also at AdvRider. Both of these websites are filled with knowledgeable and friendly riders who are more than willing to share advice about locations in which they’ve ridden. Perhaps they will have already posted up a trip report from when they went. Scour through these and look for any snippets that you might find interesting, and then add them to your itinerary.
How far in a day? It’s important that you get a realistic idea of how many miles you’re willing to comfortably ride in a day. One 600 mile day would be fine, but if you’re doing five of them back-to-back in the week, it’ll get old real quick, and you won’t have any time to explore out of the saddle. When deciding how many miles you can do, it really depends on the type of rider that you are. If you want to spend as much time in the saddle as possible, you can aim for 250 – 300 miles per day. If you’d rather take your time and explore the locations that you found out about while you were researching, reduce this figure to 150 miles.
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Planning out your Accommodations This may come as a surprise to many readers, but when I’m out discovering routes to be featured in Adventure Bike Rider, I very rarely book accommodation in advance. By doing this, you’re restricting the freedom you have when it comes to the end of the day, and if you’ve got to make it to a certain place by a certain time, it ruins the possibilities of venturing off route for considerable amounts of time. In all of the times that I’ve been out on multi-day tours, I’ve only found it difficult to find accommodation once, but even then, after a few phone calls I found a nice hotel to stay in 30 minutes away. Here’s what I do. When you get to your lunch stop, you’ll usually have a pretty good idea of where you’re going to be that evening. So, now’s the time to fire up either Late Rooms, Trip Advisor or Expedia, and search for last minute deals in that location. If the hotels are all booked up, consider a different location a few miles away, and you’ll be incredibly unlucky not to find somewhere. It might sound like a leap of faith leaving the hotel
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the next day with no idea of where you’ll be staying the following evening, but it all adds up to making it a bit more of an adventure and giving you the freedom to enjoy yourself. If you’ve decided that you’re going to be camping, things are a bit different as there aren’t as many campsites around as there are hotels. It’d be wise to have a rough idea of where you want to stop that evening, and to make sure the campsites
in the area aren’t fully booked up.
Don’t be afraid to speak to the locals OK, so you’ve plotted the route and you’re off riding it, following your SatNav to conquer the incredible roads you’ve researched and to see the amazing sights that you’ve uncovered, but to think you’re finished with your route planning would be a big mistake. No matter how much research you do prior to a ride, there’s nothing better for discovering the best an area has to offer than to speak to the locals. I’ve lost count of the times when we’ve been riding routes for features in
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Adventure Bike Rider magazine and our plans have completely changed based on the information given to us by someone we’ve spoken to along the way. I’m not saying you have to go out of your way to formally interview people who live where you’re riding, but strike up conversations when you can. The great thing about touring by motorcycle is that people are usually interested in what you are doing. Stopped for a coffee? Ask the waiter or waitress if there’s anything interesting nearby. And that group of bikers chatting outside, go and have a natter to see where the best roads are. Once you’ve been told about some places, adjust your route to include them, these guys and girls usually know the best kept secrets.
Be prepared to ignore your plan
Reprinted with permission from www. AdventureBikeRider.com
Even the best made plans can fall apart, so don’t be afraid to change things up if you realise that you’ve mis-calculated how many miles you can do in a day, or if you decide you’d rather head off in another direction. In my opinion, it’s also a bad idea to try and plan everything step by step. Spontaneity often makes a trip, and you’ll find yourself having a great time if you just decide to go with the flow to an extent.
Adventure Bike Rider is an incredible magazine that is one of our favorites – so much so, that we not only follow it online but have personally subscribed to receive a hard copy each month shipped over the pond from the UK – where it hails from. It’s a high quality magazine with incredible photography and a unique perspective on riding – which can be appreciated by riders of any and all motorcycles. We greatly appreciate their contributions to our magazine and strongly recommend checking them out. You can also follow Adventure Bike Rider on facebook as well.
All that’s left after you’ve done all of the above is to choose a time of the year to go. The obvious things to factor in here are the weather conditions, and also national holidays. For example, if you’re planning a trip through the Alps, you’ll want to make sure you travel at a time when the mountain passes are actually open and free of snow. Similarly, it’s probably best to avoid riding in desert terrain in the middle of the summer heat! As for holidays, you’ll find the roads to be noticeably busier if you tour during the holiday seasons, so avoid these times if at all possible.
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The 2018 I-X Center Piston Powered Auto-Rama THUNDER ROADS OHIO PRESENTS A CHAMPIONSHIP RING IN CLEVELAND For anyone that’s ever complained that there’s never enough to see at a car or bike show, we once again present THE SUMMIT RACING EQUIPMENT I-X PISTON POWERED AUTO - RAMA. Yeah, it’s a mouthful – but this is a show worthy of such an insanely long name and Thunder Roads Ohio is proud to not only be a part of the show, but to help elevate the motorcycle component to a whole new level as we bring some of the finest show bikes in the Midwest and NATION to CLEVELAND! Over the last several years, the Piston Power show has evolved into the largest vehicle show in the nation – with over 1,000 vehicles filling more than 1 million square feet of show space. Yes, that’s over a thousand custom cars, trucks, places, military vehicles, and of course – motorcycles. Motorcycles have always been a huge part of the Piston Powered and Auto-Rama shows, however they may have been somewhat over shadowed by the sheer number of custom cars in year’s past.
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Four years ago, show management committed to expanding the emphasis on motorcycles by entering into an alliance with Thunder Roads Ohio Magazine aimed at developing the motorcycle aspect of the show. The show will serve as the culmination of the 2017 TRO Championship Bike Show Series and feature top bikes from throughout the region with 50 spots specially reserved for the top bikes from the THUNDER ROADS OHIO CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW SERIES. The alliance will utilize the ongoing sanctioning agreement with the ISCA and judge all the motorcycles in 20 classes along with the Duck Award. Plaques will be awarded for the Outstanding Bike Engine and Outstanding Bike Paint. Thunder Roads Ohio is proud to be an active partner in the show. TRO has been an exhibitor at the show since our launch and has featured many bikes from the show within the magazine. TRO will once again be hosting a photo booth at the show. Entrants are invited to bring their bike by to be shot by staff photographers including
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Photo Editor Bob Mazur. All of this is done in an effort to support and promote both the nationally established builders and the local garage builders that participate in the show. The Duck Award: Roy E. Schabel was not a celebrity, but a person who loved motorcycles and people. He had the ability to bring a spark of life to those around him, just as he did to a freshly built motor. Known only as “Duck”, the Litchfield Township businessman never used his real name with any lending institution. There were only a handful of people who knew him by his real name. Duck was a Vietnam Veteran who acquired his nickname doing Donald Duck impressions for friends and operated Duck’s Putter Parts. The duck paraphernalia adorned his motorcycle repair shop was a testimony to the name recognition that it gave him both personally and professionally. People came from across the country to have him repair their motorcycle engines and transmissions. Over a period of twelve years, Duck judged motorcycle entries at the Cleveland
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Auto-Rama. As a judge, he was impartial and fair. When Duck became a judge, the problems associated with awarding motorcycle trophies disappeared. Most of the entrants were entertained by Duck’s impersonations after the show closed, although very few people knew he was doing them. Roy’s life was snuffed out on October 2, 1988 when a drunk driver swerved left of center and collided with his motorcycle head on. The I-X Piston Powered Auto-Rama continues to honor Roy E. “Duck” Schabel with an ongoing award in his name. The Duck Award will be decided by the ISCA judging staff. This prestigious award will carry a cash award of $2,500 and will be given to the best motorcycle first-time shown that exhibits the most creative originality, design engineering, and workmanship. The show and Thunder Roads Ohio would both like to thank RUSS BROWN MOTORCYCLE ATTORNEYS, (www. RussBrown.com) for serving as Official Sponsor of the Piston Powered Thunder Zone this year, and Vivid Diamonds & Designs for sponsoring the Championship Ring.
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SHOW INFORMATION: PISTON POWERED AUTO-RAMA SHOW CLEVELAND I-X CENTER 6200 Riverside Dr., Cleveland, OH 44135 Friday, March 16th 3-10pm Saturday, March 17th 10am-10pm Sunday, March 18th 10am-6pm Tickets: $18 General Admission in Advance
$20 General Admission at the I-X Center Box Office
Kids 12 and Under are FREE
$18 Discount Tickets available at select Discount Drug Mart Stores
$15 Military Discount at the I-X Center Box Office
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TRO CUSTOM BIKE FEATURE Self Assembled by Owner Dave Nolan Transmission
Baker 5 Speed
Frame
Detroit Brothers
Front End
Yamaha R1
Paint
Rust
Bars
Fork Clamps (Found in a box of parts)
Hand Controls Brembo Gas Tank
1970 “Rapido Tank” (Italian Harley)
Front Fender
Handmade “Pedestrian Splitter”
Rear Fender
Detroit Brothers – Drop Seat Fender
Seat
Semi Tire Retread
Foot Controls
Bicycle Pedals / Dirt Bike Pegs
Oil Tank fixture”
Hand built w/ “Antique explosion proof glass light
Headlight Tanker Truck
Antique Spotlight modified from an Aviation Fuel
Taillight
Outside Street Light from an Old Elementary School
Saddlebag
Old leather bag from swap meet
Other: Turnbuckles for a headlight, other odds and ends. Built mostly with a 4 ½” grinder w/ cut-off wheel, vise, sledgehammer, drill, and pedestool grinder.
Photos by Bob Mazur, TRO Model: Christine R.
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FROM ACROSS THE POND “las vegas auction week”
by Andy Tallone, Classic-British-Motorcycles.com
soft to me. There was plenty of money there in Scottsdale that week, with feverish bidding on some ultra-rare high-dollar museum pieces. The Bonhamʼs auction was loaded with Ferrariʼs, Jaguar E-types and air-cooled Porsches. There were records set that week by several of the auction houses. But a lot of the normal rank-and-file classic cars went for pretty low prices. The 1950 AJS 7R ʻBoy Racerʼ has a magnesium engine, is super rare & sold for $30,500 at the Mecum Auction.
One of the biggest events in the motorcycle year is ʻLas Vegas Motorcycle Auction Weekʼ. This shamelessly borrows from the nickname given to the huge collector car auction event held each year around the same time called Scottsdale Auction Week. I attended both, this year. My wife and I drove the 2,075-mile round trip, spent a week in Scottsdale drooling over cars, then two days in the freezing cold at Grand Canyon, before hitting Vegas for another 5 days of motorcycle auctions. All with a bad back. Yep, just as I was getting ready to leave on Saturday, January 13, I moved wrong and threw my back out. Someone commented “so, you cancelled the trip, huh?”. Hell no. For the first 8 days of our 14-day adventure, I was dragging one leg behind me. But I took several thousand pictures of hundreds and hundreds of gorgeous classic cars and motorcycles, along with one of American’s greatest natural wonders. By the time we reached Vegas, my back was starting to calm down, just in time to take on the nearly-2,000 motorcycles on display there. This 1938 Norton ES2 International sold for $16,500 at Mecums. Scottsdale Auction Week is more or less set by the massive Barrett-Jackson classic car auction, which ran from January 13 through the 21st. They came with nearly 2,000 cars, with a heavy dose of American muscle cars & classics. In that same week-or-so, Russo & Steele (also heavy with American iron), Bonhamʼs, Gooding & Co. and RM Sothebyʼs (the latter 3 focused mainly on European exotics) each hosted impressive auctions. As mentioned before, I have a website called American-Muscle-Cars.net that brings me to events like this all the time, to both cover the event itself, and to take pictures of gorgeous cars. I did plenty of both, loaded down with Tylenol and Corona for the pain. Thereʼs a lot of walking at events like this, and sometimes the parking is a mile away. And with 5 auctions to cover (actually, I only covered 3, European exotic cars donʼt interest me that much), thatʼs a lot of steps. Got a ton of great pictures though, and video, and did live feeds on my Facebook Page all week long. We left NorCal on Saturday morning, January 13, stayed the night in Needles, which as it turns out is steeped in Route 66 lore. On top of loving classic British motorcycles and classic American cars, Iʼm a huge Route 66 fan. We got to Scottsdale on Sunday the 14th. The auction was open for preview only, until Monday when selling started with automobilia. The cars started rolling through on Tuesday and didnʼt stop until Saturday. Overall bidding and prices seemed a little 54
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We had a couple of days to kill before the Mecum vintage motorcycle auction started in Las Vegas, so we took a detour to Grand Canyon. We stayed in another Route 66-town, Williams AZ, which has the distinction of being the last town along Route 66 to be bypassed by the interstate. We stayed in a classic (but recently restored) Route 66 motel and ate in classic Route 66 restaurants. The entire town seems to be oriented around Route 66...until you discover the train. The Grand Canyon Railroad runs from Williams to Grand Canyon Village on the rim of the canyon, and is the lifeblood of Williams. It makes one run a day leaving Williams at 9:30am on a 2-hour ride to the Canyon, then returning by 5:30pm or so. But not before the gunfight. This is no ordinary train ride, you see. It starts with a staged Old West gunfight that introduces you to a cast of characters who will continue to play a role in the rest of your day. The luxurious cars (if you opt for first class tickets, which I strongly recommend) have big reclining seats with gobs of legroom, and huge windows for looking out at the passing scenery. They served free snacks & soft drinks and had food & booze you could buy. Then the show started. Our cast of cowboys & girls entertained with joke-telling, guitar and accordion-playing, singing, and a train robbery on the way back. They made an otherwise boring ride one of the highlights of the trip. Grand Canyon itself was beyond description. Wow! They have a nice village up there with hotels, some good food & stuff to buy. And the views are jaw-dropping! It was about 20-degrees when we were there. This Grand Canyon thing was an afterthought. We were packed for Scottsdale and Vegas, so we had no warm clothes. I ended up wearing 6 shirts and a jacket, along with 2 pairs of pants & socks. Whatever works, right? We had a killer time, despite the cold. Iʼd been there once when I was a kid, but my wife had never seen it. We both came away totally blown away by what a wonderful and wondrous country this truly is. There is so much here that weʼve never seen, that most Americans will never see. IMAGE: 4-51 Sunbeam S7 CAPTION: Sunbeam built some of the most innovative Brit bikes. This 1951 S7 sold for $8,250. Then it was on to Vegas. The Mecum Auction was set to run from Tuesday through Saturday, January 23-27. We got there Sunday night, and all-day Monday I was on the ground at the auction, taking pictures of bikes. These early days before the auction are critical to me on my mission to take motorcycle pictures. In another day or so, the place would be filled with motorcycles packed in tight and swarmed with people. Not a great environment for picture-taking. But on Monday, the bikes are just trickling in. Some sit all alone waiting to be placed in
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the lineup. There’s almost no one around. I move quickly at times like these because they never seem to last. For some reason, as soon as I aim my camera at a car or a bike, people are suddenly drawn to it like a magnet. I try never to be rude, although sometimes itʼs hard not to say something. But I never do, weʼre all here for the same reason after all... to enjoy these bikes. Ariel built a 650 twin called the Huntmaster. They’re fairly rare today. This is a 1958 model that sold at Mecums for a paltry $4,950. The object of my focus is of course classic British motorcycles. I have a standard set of pictures that I like to take of any bike I shoot (assuming I have enough space around the bike to do it all). First, I shoot the label or tag, showing the auction or show number, and the make/model/year of the bike, and hopefully a brief description. Then I get a shot of the tank focusing on the emblem. Next, I get a full side shot from the left, making sure to situate the camera down low enough to get a straight-on shot of the bike. The big mistake most people make in taking pictures of their bikes is that they stand upright and point the camera down at the bike. You need to squat down on your haunches sometimes. While Iʼm down there, I get a closeup of the engine, maybe a few other tasty details and I get some angle-shots, Then I do the same thing on the other side, and shoot the gauges. Thatʼs around 8 to 15 shots per bike. When I got home from Vegas and sorted through them all, I had pictures sets of 196 bikes. Over these next few months I will be building lots of new pages around them for my website Classic-British-Motorcycles. com. My goal is to end up with one page for every single classic British motorcycle make/model/year. That may never happen, but Iʼll certainly get a lot of them. I have a lot of them now, 476 pages so far. Many of the bikes I photographed in Vegas were absent on my site, so Iʼll be building new pages around them. Others already have pages, but these new pictures may replace the old ones if theyʼre better. Either way, Classic-British-Motorcycles.com is constantly changing & growing. In the 60s, Indian motorcycles had British engines. This 1970 Indian-Velo 500 has a Velocette Venom engine. It sold for $30,000 at Mecums. Returning to the South Point Resort & Casino, Mecum Auction ran 5 days with 1,750 bikes. Mecum, a legend in the classic car auction biz (you see them on TV all the time) bought MidAmerica Auctions in 2013, after MidAmerica had built up the Vegas auction into the juggernaut that it was. At that time, they were auctioning around 700 bikes over a 3-day sale. Mecum has certainly grown their Vegas bike auction in size, but also in scope. Theyʼre real pros and they know how to put on a major auction. The energy never lets up, yet every Mecum employee is courteous and seems to have the time for you. Thatʼs because as frenetic as it looks to us, itʼs just another day in paradise for them. The early days of the sale also seemed soft, with some bikes having trouble getting bids high enough to sell them. Others went cheap. Of course, this being an auction, everything is possible, and some records were broken. But overall the feeling was that the bidding was off a little.
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The deal of the week: This 1970 Triumph Bonneville sold for just $6,050. I couldn’t believe it! Across town at the Rio Hotel & Casino, Bonhamʼs staged their one-day sale of around 100 bikes on Thursday of that same week with previewing on Wednesday. I went both days. This very-British auction comes off very formal when compared to the machine gun-staccato of the Mecum auction, but bidders seem to welcome the slower, low- pressure pace. Itʼs also a lot easier to figure out where you are in the bidding. They repeat it about ten times, you canʼt miss it. Instead of selling hundreds of bikes of every type and condition, Bonhams concentrated on 100 really special machines. They had tons of early Harleys and Indians, lots of sexy European bikes (mostly Italians and BMWs), almost no Japanese bikes and just a very few Brit bikes. But what they had was pretty exceptional. They had two Brough Superiors, which in their day were considered the ultimate motorcycle. You rarely see one, and they had two. They too seemed to have trouble getting the bids they were looking for, but it didnʼt keep them from setting a few records of their own. This 1971 BSA Lightning is an ultra-rare 750 (most were 650s) with a 5-speed. Nice bike. A year later, BSA was out of business. This gem sold for $16,000. If you love motorcycles, you owe it to yourself to take the pilgrimage at least once to Las Vegas in January for Motorcycle Auction Week. Whether youʼre buying, thinking of buying, selling or like me just looking & taking pics, youʼll love it. Itʼs like the worldʼs largest motorcycle show. And itʼs in Las Vegas to boot! Gottaʼ love it! For the whole story visit: www.classic-british-motorcycles.com/2018-las-vegas-motorcycleauction.html
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Can you feel it? Can you smell it? Yes, that is SPRING just around the corner! I grew up in the Mid-West. I survived the Blizzard of ‘78, although I was like 9 years old. I raised three kids up there. I spent 46 years dealing with the Midwest climate. So, I know a little about your pain of not riding most of the winter. Oh, we always say we will, and then Jack Frost starts nipping in early December, but alas, we all eventually must relent to Mother Nature’s winter. Obviously, I still have a bunch of friends, family & club brothers up in the mid-west. And as anyone who knows me, or follows me on social media is aware, I love to rub it in that I moved to Florida two years ago! LOL! But it’s already halfway through February, so it won’t be long now! If 2018 is anything like its predecessors, you will get a few “decent”, yet typically cloudy days in March & April, but just warm enough to sneak out during daylight and blast the cobwebs off your bike, and out of your head! I can tell you I have no regrets leaving the cold north. Yes, it’s a whole lot hotter and more humid down in Florida summers than I ever thought. I guess when you only visit once a year during the Spring months, you don’t realize it. And that daily rain in the summer. Not a cooling rain. The rain that hits so hard you can’t see your front fender, but only lasts long enough to stop and put on your rain gear only to want to pass out 10 miles later when the sun comes back out, and it’s still 80 degrees and 80% humidity! But I wouldn’t trade it for a single snowflake! Plan your events now! We typically have a few club events throughout the nation each year. So, once I have dates of the ones I can attend, I immediately try and make reservations. This year I’ve noticed hotel rooms are being swept up very early. If you have plans or think you might have plans to ride and travel, I might suggest firming up those trips now. Or at least holding rooms that you can cancel later with no penalty. Ohio Bike Week has always been a very popular event. I know many people have expressed their frustration that it is being scaled back to only five days this year, May 24th58
28th. I don’t know too many people that attended for the entire 10 days in the past. But it was nice to have the choice of which weekend to attend. Honestly, I can see their position to scale it back. It makes sense. I know several vendors who attend, and Thunder Roads Magazine is a huge sponsor. It’s a lot of work and expenses for these vendors to travel in and set up. It’s a huge strain on manpower and unless you are making the bacon every day, it can also be a huge financial cost and risk. The region should count itself fortunate to have such an event. There are so many states that do nothing for their biker society. Having it over five days, and a three-day holiday weekend makes perfect sense.
Daytona Bike Week is just a few short weeks away as I write this. I feel fortunate to live close enough to swing by, even if for a day. It’s already Spring down here and getting back up into the mid 80s during the day, and mid 70s at night. Perfect riding weather! Making your summer plans and reservations should always be on your mind in February. I mean what else are you going to do while waiting for that Spring Thaw?! Enjoy your Spring and hope to see you on the road this year!
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Disclaimer: The author of this column has no affiliation with, nor makes any claim of representation of The Mcilhenny Company, “Tabasco Brand Pepper Sauce”, or their subsidiaries, products or services.
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BUCKEYE FIREARMS REPORT Divisive Times, No Decisive Actions Random Thoughts After A Very Long Week In The Trenches.... by Jim Shepherd Since the Valentine’s Day tragedy in Florida, we’ve seen high school kids across the country marching, speaking out and demanding the rest of us do something to make schools safe again. Unfortunately, suggesting something that doesn’t fit their idea of a solution causes them to overheat. Their ardor, coupled with a lack of maturity, makes for a pretty black-and-white view of the world. They, like many of their parents, seem to believe that anyone who doesn’t immediately begin smelting down every gun on earth is tacitly endorsing murder. But it’s darned difficult to explain a contrarian position to an angry kid who’s seldom (if ever) been told no, much less been asked to rationally defend a position (with anything other than volume). Because of their flat-earth viewpoint, they are demonizing a lot of good people who might otherwise be their allies in the search for a reasonable solution. Reasonable, unfortunately, doesn’t mean immediate. Reasonable answers don’t come overnight- or as the result of legislation that restricts anyone else’s rights. We can’t win arguments with them any more than we can convince legislators to look at facts instead of poll numbers. It’s just one more thing we need to remember when we’re trying to deal with a deluge of disinformation, misinformation and downright fabrications wrapped in red-faced teen anger. It’s frustrating. But as one of my role models was fond of saying, “never lose sight of this: it’s never right to do wrong and it’s never wrong to do right.” It never failed to infuriate me, but in retrospect, his advice has never been wrong. If/when you’re faced with someone who’s determined to convince you that the Second Amendment is outmoded, outdated and in need of repeal -and armed only with emotion, here’s advice I wish I’d taken: agree to disagree; then just walk away. If you can’t resist raising their blood pressure with facts, here’s one you might have missed from today’s news section: while plenty of people are now calling for training and arming America’s teachers, Ohio’s been doing that for the past five years. The Buckeye Firearms Associations FASTER Saves Lives program (FASTER Stands for Faculty/Administrator Safety Training and Emergency Response) has taught more than 1,300 teachers and staff from 225 school districts across 12 states (yes, they train other states’ teachers) how to stop violence rapidly and render medical aid immediately. 60 60
“It’s taken a while for this idea to catch on,” says Buckeye Firearms Association Executive Director Dean Rieck. “At first, many people told us it wouldn’t work. But we pioneered this concept, refined it, and have proven that it works. Now school boards are coming to us asking how they can improve security in their schools.
BFA’s FASTER Saves Lives Program has trained:1,300 TEACHERS AND STAFF From 225 SCHOOL DISTRICTS Across 12 STATES “Some educators are skeptical,” he says, “So we invite them to observe the training and see for themselves. Once they see what the FASTER Saves Lives classes are really all about, and when they see the high quality of instruction and how the program has adapted proven ideas from real world active killer events for the school environment, they’re much better equipped to make rational, clear headed decisions about the next steps for their school.” Sounds like a program we need to make more school administrators aware of. You can learn more at: www.FASTERsaveslives.org. Republished from The Outdoor Wire, courtesy Buckeye Firearms Foundation.
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Thunder Roads Ohio to Host RUN n’ GUN Rides Ride aims to promote 2nd Amendment Awareness and support Buckeye Firearms Foundation and the NRA During the upcoming summer riding season, Thunder Roads Ohio will be hosting a number of poker runs throughout Ohio with a unique twist – they will also involve a shooting challenge for those with CCW Permits. Each run will include a variety of stops – including gun ranges, where participants will have a chance to shoot a simple target at 20’. Based upon their success, they will earn the chance to draw poker cards at the completion of the run. The rides will be hosted by Thunder Roads Ohio Magazine in partnership with local ranges, ride stops, and sponsors throughout Ohio and is aimed at supporting the Buckeye Firearms Foundation and their FASTER Saves Lives Program to train teachers and others to better protect our children – as well as local NRA programs. The cost of the ride is $25 and includes a t-shirt for each full participant registering in advance. Non-shooting passengers are just $10 – and are still entered in the prize drawings. Those 16 and younger can ride free, but cannot shoot or participate in the prize drawings. All shooting ride participants will be required to show a valid CCW permit upon registration. Riders are not required to take part in the shooting aspect of the ride and are invited to still join in support of their constitutional rights and the work that Buckeye Firearms and the NRA do. Registration and additional information is available through www.ThunderRoadsOhio.com Rides and stops are still being determined. Work is underway to coordinate rides in a number of cities, throughout Ohio and we anticipate most of the rides being held in June and July. If you own a gun range, shop, or other potential Ride Stop, please reach out as soon as possible for additional information at ThunderRoadsOhio@gmail.com Ride Sponsorships are also available, email for more information. This is a dry run, without any alcohol, and any participants considered to be under the influence or not adhering to ride guidelines in any way will be excused without refund at the discretion of the ride organizers or those hosting stops. It is the responsibility of all participants to ensure that they are adhering to all proper laws and guidelines governing both the handling of firearms and operation of motor vehicles.
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BULLET POINTS INDUSTRY ARTICLE BY: BRODY KENNEN
PHOTOS BY: THALES GROUP & SIG-SAUER
SHOT Show has come and gone in the year of 2018. It is reported that SHOT is not the largest firearms / outdoor-oriented trade show, following up the NRA Annual Meetings, but it is where every manufacturer teases their upcoming products for the next fiscal year first. I haven’t been impressed by the showings from SHOT over the last few years. Unfortunately, politics has led to a stunting of the industry’s innovation – either through old legislation or the threat of new legislation. Due to recent events, the industry has stuck to producing mass amounts of the same old, same old. A whole lot of drama for a whole lot of nothing. So, what was impressive?
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SIG-Sauer P365 Handgun This handgun did not catch my immediate attention. It was another “Glock-43 sized” 9mm offering. The dimensions were almost to the exact same specifications. It didn’t become apparent until later that the handgun held ten- to twelve-rounds before aftermarket upgrades whereas the competition was usually limited to six or seven rounds at the base capacity. The vast improvement, for subcompact handguns, is in the magazine. The main body of the magazine is double-stack, but extremely slimeline, and it bottlenecks the upper of the magazine for the thinner grip profile toward the top. Overall, this is the firearm which I am most excited to get my hands on.
Lithgow Arms Atrax F90 The Australian company, Lithgow Arms, is bringing their new spin on the Steyr AUG to the United States. The weapon has innovations taken from the earlier Thales Australia F88 Austeyr rifle; which was produced under license. The F90 is a semi-automatic, export model of the new Enhanced F88. Lithgow’s main rival will be Steyr Arms itself. There are two models noted on the Lithgow USA site: one utilizes standard AUG magazines and custom Magpul magazines, and the other model is the Modular Bullpup Rifle and that model uses conventional STANAG magazines. The projected MSRP is $1,999 and that puts it slightly under the AUG M3-A1 currently on the market. The rifle is more traditionally bullpup than the older AUG; like the comparison between the X95 and the older Tavor SAR. The difference is a cross-bolt safety mechanism as opposed to the traditional AR-style lever. Also, very different from normal rifles is how the boltcarrier group is the serialized part on the rifle, instead of the rifle chassis itself. The Atrax F90 is different, while not being too different. If you want to see extended versions of these articles, then visit www.thearmednovelist.com. Questions or comments? Email thisistheline3@gmail.com.
IWI Tavor TS12 Shotgun A shocking addition to the IWI-US line for SHOT. We were all enamored by the .308 Winchester-chambered Tavor-7 and then someone dropped pictures of a Tavor-esque, rotating tri-tube cylinder, semi-automatic 12-gauge shotgun. I was initially concerned with the possibilities of a patent violation – as there is one other similar design that is on the U.S. market. The SRM Arms 1216 also has a rotating tube-cylinder, but there is a difference in the locking mechanisms. The TS12 also stays in a much tighter package due to it being a bullpup design. Additionally, one of the design features is that when the shotgun goes dry and you rotate in a new cylinder to feed, the next round will automatically feed into the chamber. The overall platform points to it being a very good candidate for breaching and home-defense uses.
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Contributor Los Angeles, 1977 city of Angels. Jack Russell was making the scene on the Sunset strip when he ran into Mark Kendall somewhere between the Whiskey A Go-Go and the Key Club. Kendall had run into Russell before and knew of his vocal prowess and asked Jack Russell to join his band on the spot. They decided to form a band together and call it Highway. Only a short time later they decided to change it to Livewire and played one final show as wires. Then in 1979 Russell was arrested for shooting a live-in maid in a botched robbery attempt and was sentenced to eight years in prison. Of course, this prompted the band to go its separate ways and Kendall was left to start over… Blah, blah, blah ...and history is still being made... Or so, Wikipedia would have you believe. What follows is the real story straight from the Man himself, Mr. Jack Russell. My phone rings at 430 pm on Feb 13th. This is a busy day as this is my birthday and the wife is cooking dinner for a celebration party. I had scheduled an interview with Jack Russell, the former lead vocalist of 80s icon, Great White. I answer the phone, “Hello this is Ted”. Jack Russell: Ted, its Jack Russell, how are you brother? Ted Hollywood Heckman: Good, Good thanks for giving me a call! Jack Russell: I appreciate your time man. Ted Hollywood Heckman: Alright, so this interview is for Thunder Roads Magazine. Jack Russell: Oh no no not that magazine, I can’t do that. hahaha just kidding! Ted Hollywood Heckman: This should hit shelves prior to your Hard Rock Rocksino date with Warrant. Jack Russell: Awesome. Early promotion is always good. You would be surprised 64
how many don’t promote at all, hahaha. Ted Hollywood Heckman: So what’s off limits? What can we not talk about, what can we talk about? Jack Russell: You can talk about anything you want, you know. If it’s something I don’t want to talk about I will just tell you. Ted Hollywood Heckman: All right that sounds good. Let’s go back to the very beginning. If you’re ready to do this. Jack Russell: Yeah, no I don’t want to talk about that. I’m so kidding {both of
us laugh} I’ll be serious now haha. Yeah whatever you like man. Um fire away; the very beginning it was 1978 when I started this band. I was 17 years old, now I’m 57. So, if you do the math, I have been doing this a long time hahaha. That’s just Great White. I started my first band when I was 11 years old. Great White in a roundabout way, it kind of evolved from my first band. It’s really strange. I mean how far back do you want to go..haha you tell me. Ted Hollywood Heckman: You are known for Great White so let’s start there. How did this start? Were you walking down sunset strip one day and you ran into somebody and said, “hey let’s start a band or...?” Jack Russell: I quit a lot of bands before Great White. I was in several bands, one in which was a prog band and that wasn’t my cup of tea. So I went to another band and they were doing backyard parties and playing covers. One day I said, “guys we aren’t going to get discovered playing back yards and covers. No one is going to drive by in a limo smokin’ cigars and go, what is that sound coming out of that
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backyard bbq.” I was 16 years old. We need to do originals. They were like, “ah no we aren’t ready yet.” Well I was in a band playing originals before this and I’m not going to keep doing covers so see ya. So, I was sitting around at home and joined another band called Sintar. There was a band across town called Vis X. They were a band from across town and they sucked. I had never seen them but they sucked; they were our rivals haha. So, I get this call from a guy named Mark and he’s like, “I’m in a band and heard you aren’t doing anything so I want you to come check out our band.” I blew him off for like 6 months. Every time he would
“Oh yeah I did shoot a maid.” -JR call I’d be like, “no I can’t I’m sick I got the flu”. I just knew it wasn’t going to be good but one day I thought this guy just isn’t going to stop calling. So, I gave in and Mark came over to my parents’ house and when he showed up, I opened up the door and there is this big tall freaky looking guy wearing satin pants and his hair was all wild and curly and just a weird looking dude and I thought, oh here we go. I got to the rehearsal space and it was worse than I thought. The drummer was fat, the bass player had a mustache and you have to understand in 1978 if you had facial hair you were in three dog night haha you know what I mean, it wasn’t cool and the bass player had his girlfriend there and she was one of those types... {in his best female voice} “you spend too much time with the band”. I sang a bunch of cover songs, basically the same songs my old band was doing and they were like, “oh man, you’re great” and I was like, “thanks but I’m looking for something else. I want to do originals”. I was ready to OHIO’S MOTORCYCLE MAGAZINE
leave and Mark was like, “hey man come here”. Ted Hollywood Heckman: So, let’s get this straight Mark knows you’re not feeling it with his band and he’s like, “hey man let me talk to you...” Jack Russell: Yeah so, I went in this other room and Mark started playing and singing a few different songs and I was like, “ah man who is that,” and Mark was like, “me, they are my songs”. I was like, “I tell you what quit this band I’ll quit mine and we will start our own band right now.” He was like, “ok.” So, he quit on the spot. Ted Hollywood Heckman: How did you break it to your guys? Jack Russell: We got in Marks car and drove back to the place my band was rehearsing and I walked in and was like, “hey man I’m leaving I got something else going on.” They were all pissed. We loaded up the PA on top of Marks green station wagon and that’s how it started. {Laughs} Ted Hollywood Heckman: So, you got the Priest Tour, right? Jack Russell: Yeah, we were on the road with Judas Priest on the biggest tour of the year and we were playing sold out shows everywhere. I walked across the street in San Diego, I walked across the street from the hotel to a record store and I was like where is the Great White album and the guy was like, “who?”. I was like, “Great White--the band that is opening up for Judas Priest at the arena tonight, I’m the singer”. He was like, “oh I never heard of you”. I was like, “what?” I called our manager and he was like, “oh I’ll find out what’s going on here”. It turned out the head of A&R, Gary Gersh, wanted to sabotage us to get the Presidents job. So, we ended up selling 100 thousand copies instead of a million like all the other bands did. Well we ended up leaving the label and sure enough the President was fired and Gary got the job. So there we were back to square one. THUNDER ROADS® OHIO MAGAZINE
Jack Russell: Oh yeah I did shoot a maid. Ted Hollywood Heckman: (So at this point I’m floored......I thought to myself, everything that has been written about Great White is about to be put to the test right here.) Jack Russell: This was back, I just turned 18, and I was really into coke. I didn’t have any money. I ripped off anyone I could by conning them. I would get Visine and put it in a dropper bottle and tell people it was L25, you know liquid LSD... and the thing about Visine back in those days it was just like LSD it would glow under a black light. And I was like, “see it’s the real deal” and they were like, “yeah”... eventually people started getting wise because they weren’t getting high you know... I remember living with my bass player up in Glendora and I came home and one of the other roommates was like, “you got to get out of here” and I’m like, “why” and he’s like, “there were a couple of guys with guns that came here looking for you.” I’m like ok time for me to exit stage right. So, I headed back to my mom and dad’s house. This friend of mine came over-the guy that introduced me to mark actually-and said, “dude I know this guy, he’s got a ton of cocaine and you could go in there and rip him off easy” and I’m like, “ok” and he had this other guy ready to go. So, I borrowed a gun from this friend of mine and we went over there and we
Ted Hollywood Heckman: Fascinating, what happened next? Jack Russell: So we put our own record out again and we got picked up by Capitol, which oddly enough was EMI’s sister label. That’s when we had the Once Bitten album come out and that was the start of our big success. Ted Hollywood Heckman: Lets back up a bit. I did some research, I’m very familiar with Great White, I have always loved the band just to be a fan for a second, {Jack interrupts, “me too”, we both laugh} but you find weird things when you google anything or anybody so one of the things I found. Jack Russell: Yeah, you find a lot of BS to but go ahead. Ted Hollywood Heckman: Yeah that’s what I wanted to ask you about. There was this one thing I don’t know, wiki, whatever it is— Wikipedia. Jack Russell: Oh Wikipedia, yeah you know the thing about them is I don’t know if you know this but you can go on there and change things and if nobody contests it then it goes down in history. Now I read it a while ago and I was like what. It had all been changed, Mark started the band Mark came up with this and Mark Mark Mark Mark Mark it sounded like a hair lipped dog barking hahaha and so go ahead I wonder if this is what you’re talking about. Ted Hollywood Heckman: It might be. This one went into detail. It said you disappeared for 18 months The late Jani Lane of Warrant and Jack for shooting a maid. Is that Russell (Photo courtesy Jack Russell) true? THUNDERROADSOHIO.COM
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your fucking coke or we’ll blow your head off. I had a knife and the other guy had the gun. I will never forget this guy was like not again. I wanted to laugh so bad... haha you know...poor fuckin guy ya know, we took all the coke and took off running across the lawn there were people out across the street they had kids ya know and they were screaming cause two guys were running down the street with a bag of blow and a gun and a knife. We dive in the car and take off. I was like wow this is a no brainer--easy way to score drugs and get paid. Ted Hollywood Heckman: (I wanted to ask so many questions at this point but he was on a roll and I couldn’t tear myself away. I felt like Zander Kelly {Dennis Miller} interviewing Joe Dirt {David Spade}.) Jack Russell: (Continues) I got some Intel on another guy that I use to go to school with and the deal was he had a bunch of blow. So me and a friend of mine were planning on going there and doing the same thing. So I borrowed the gun again and it was a 22 revolver. We kept it loaded when we did this only because when you point a revolver at someone you can see if it’s loaded or not. So that is the only reason I had it loaded. So, we went to this guy’s house. I smoked some PCP before I went in the house which was not a very good idea. I walked into the house and I blacked out. So, what I am about to tell you now is what I know from the court transcripts. Because I have no recollection till I woke up. I’ll get to that. Apparently, I walked in the house, I remember this part, I walked in the house and I remember looking outside. There was a big glass door from the front door you could see out into the back yard there was a pool and there was a maid out there and she was watering the plants. So, after this I don’t really remember it gets kind of sketchy. So they said I walked out and asked the maid where’s the coke. She thought I was a friend of the guys playing a joke on her {in his best Vietnamese voice} she goes, “no coke just Pepsi, go to refrigerator and help yourself”. She was a Vietnamese lady and when I read that I had to laugh cause at the time it was the Saturday Night Live thing {does his best Saturday Night Live impression} “No coke Pepsi Pepsi cheap cheap no cheeseburger hamburger only.” (Both laugh.) 66
So I’m asking the maid where the cocaine is. So, she starts squirting me with the hose and starts wrestling with me for whatever reason I don’t know. The gun went off and hit the concrete and ricocheted you know and the father was down the hill with the horses and he said he looked up and saw this guy with a ski mask and a gun kind of like standing up wrestling with the maid.
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He said he went up the hill and grabbed his briefcase full of money and locked himself in the bathroom. Ted Hollywood Heckman: So what happened next? You’re out of your mind on PCP wrestling with a maid and shooting a gun. Jack Russell: Yeah what happened next, I guess was we went in the house because she ran away and somehow got in the bathroom with him. They said I was bashing on the door and said I put huge cracks in this solid oak door. Next thing they said I shot through the door, the bullet went through the door, hit a St Christopher medallion by her heart and went into her shoulder saving her life and mine. I wake up on my knees looking at a door with the gun between my legs and I’m like what the hell, where am I? I had no clue. Next thing I hear is {does an impression of a cop speaking through a megaphone}
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“you’re surrounded by the swat team”, I hear a helicopter and I’m like that’s right I’m here to rob dope. I know I’ll unload the gun and it won’t be that big of a deal. I mean it was still a big deal it just wouldn’t be as big of a deal. Even though I was unloading a gun and stuffing the bullets down the side of the water bed I was still wasted and I didn’t realize I had shot two rounds. I walked outside and I threw the gun on the ground and they all tackled me and were punching me and shit and they were like, “what did you shoot her for” and I’m like, “what, what are you talking about?”. They told me I shot somebody and I heard my dad’s voice say “one of these days you’re going to get all hopped up on that stuff and you’re going to shoot somebody.” I use to be like, “what are you talking about Dad I don’t even have a gun how would I ever shoot somebody, that’s ridiculous”. I’m like oh my God I shot somebody. I went to court after all this stuff and they gave me 8 years. I’m like oh my God I’m done, my career is over, everything is over. Of course, I was like my God I hurt somebody I shot somebody, but on the other side of it that’s what you get. I was just happy she was alive because I felt bad enough shooting somebody but it was weird because I don’t remember doing it. I passed out in the court room and I woke up in the back of the courtroom. I remember being in the holding cell and waiting to go and my attorney said, “what happened?” I said, “I can’t believe I got 8 years”. He was like, “don’t worry about that, you won’t be doing 8 years. You’re going to Y.A.” I go, “what you mean?”. He said, “you’re going to CYA--California
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Youth Authority. That’s the step between juvenile hall and Prison”. He said, “they’re sentencing you when you get there. They factor in all these things and resentence you”. So, I do my psych eval and I went in front of a board--they have two boards. A regular board for lessor crimes with two people on it and full board with four people on it with more intense crimes. So, I get to the regular board, there are two guys sitting there and prior to this I hear about a drug rehab program. You could go in there for 18 months, it’s a wack job program, they shave your head, it’s just crazy but they can cut your time in half so I really wanted to get into the program. I’m going I want to get into this program. I get up in front of the board and we talk and questions get asked and answered and they say well 3 years. I’m like wow I have to do a year and a half before I’m even eligible to go to the rehab place. But then the guy says, “hold on you’re a full-blown case, we can’t sentence you. We are a regular board. You’re going to have to be sentenced when you go up north. Which by the way is where the drug program is”. I’m like cool I got another shot at this. On the morning of my 19th birthday the 16th at 6AM they said, “ok we are shipping you to Preston now”. So somehow, they had the paper work wrong and they had me as a flight risk so here I am on my birthday with my legs and hands shackled and they give me a sack lunch, now have you ever tried to eat with your hands shackled? Not that I didn’t deserve it but you get my point. So, they put me in a lodge with all the mediocre criminals you know guys that aren’t the worst but still bad enough. I was worried about catching additional time because there were riots and people getting stabbed and guys saying, “you better go over and punch that dude or we are going to stab you” and then they add time to your sentence. So, I was like I need to get out of here or I’m going to end up catching time. So I go before the board and they are like 21 months. I mean that’s awesome. But I mean that gives me 3 months before I can even go to this drug program. I don’t want to catch time. The drug program guys say, “yeah we will take you when you have 18 months.” So, I’m like wow this is a miracle. The next day they come up and they say we made a decision that in the first time in history we are going take you down with 21 months and you’ll be out in 11. I mean talk about divine intervention. This is like the miracle of miracles, I was thanking God... It’s just a story of divine intervention. I mean I knew at 6 years old I was going to be a rockstar. It was a totally spiritual experience, it was laid out for me in very vivid detail that I was going to be a successful musician. So anyway, THUNDER ROADS® OHIO MAGAZINE
I got out in 11 months and got back with the band and like a year and a half two years later I signed my first record deal. So that’s where that came from, it’s definitely a fact. Ted Hollywood Heckman: What are we going to see live when you’re with Warrant at the Hard Rock Rocksino here in Ohio Jack Russell: All I can say is buckle up man it’s going to be a helluva ride. Live, it’s everything you want from a band, we don’t stare at our shoes. Visually it’s really impactful and musically it’s impactful. We have changed it from last year we have added a lot of songs. Warrant what can I say. Great bunch of guys, I love them all. I miss my friend Jani though. I went on his Myspace page years ago and someone told me to look at the pictures and there was one of him and I and it just said ‘the boys’. I broke down crying. When I was in a coma he subbed for me, you know that right, and as homage to me he didn’t sing my songs like Jani, he sang them the way I did...He was just a great writer and musician and great guy. He just had a disease like I do... Ted Hollywood Heckman: I’m looking forward to seeing you guys play really I am.
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Jack Russell: I promise you that you’re going to love this band. I mean you can tell me if I’m full of shit though haha. Ted Hollywood Heckman: Well we {my wife and I} haven’t done anything in a while because we just had a baby a while ago and so you’re going to be our first concert in about a year. Jack Russell: Oh, that’s awesome man congrats, yeah come out and say hello looking forward to seeing your reaction to this band. Ted Hollywood Heckman: Thank you for taking the time out of your day to do this interview man I appreciate it. Jack Russell: no man thank you for letting me blab on and on about my favorite subject.... me.... (both laugh.) See you guys at the Hard Rock Rocksino March 23rd with our good friends Warrant God bless ya.
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3/1/18 Mileage Contest at Powder Keg Harley Davidson Check in quarterly with your mileage. Powder Keg Harley Davidson 2383 Kings Center Ct, Mason, OH 45040 www.popwderkeghd.com 3/3/2018 Stinger Harley Davidson's In Store Poker Rn Noon to 3PM FREE sloppy joes until gone! Best Hand $250 Prize! Worse Hand $100! Stinger Harley Davidson 3053 Eastpointe Dr, Medina, OH 44256 (330) 721-1702
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3/7/2018 Original Margaritaville Reopening Expanded menu and new prime rib special Original Margaritaville 212 Fremont Ave, Sandusky, OH 44870 (419) 627-8903 3/9/2018 Pony Powersports @ Mid Ohio Home Show Come visit Iron Pony at Mid Ohio Home Show at Richland County Fairgrounds Richland County Fairgrounds 750 N Home Rd, Mansfield, OH 44906
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3/10/2018 Stinger Harley Davidson's St. Patricks Day Celebration! St. Patricks Day Celebration with free corned beef and noodles, drinks and more! Live music by Morrison McCarthy from noon til 3PM. Green Beer! Stinger Harley Davidson 3053 Eastpointe Dr, Medina, OH (330) 721-1702 3/10/18 Toledo Harley Davidson Garage Sale Toledo Harley Davidson 7960 Central Ave, Toledo, OH 43617 www.toledohd.com
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3/17/18 Spring Fling Event Lima Harley Davidson Spring sales event Lima Harley Davidson 3255 Fort Shawnee Industrial Dr, Lima, OH 45806 www.limahd.com 3/17/2018 Stinger Harley Davidson's FREE Cookout! Free food and drinks until gone! Everything is FREE! Stinger Harley Davidson 3053 Eastpointe Dr, Medina, OH (330) 721-1702 3/17/18 St. Pattys Day Party at Powder Keg Harley Davidson 2383 Kings Center Ct, Mason, OH 45040 www.popwderkeghd.com 3/17/18 St. Pattys Day Party at Sassys Bar & Grille Drink specials & More Sassy’s Bar & Grille 10755 Ravenna Rd,Twinsbrg,OH
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3/17/2018 SE Gears and Cheers St Patricks Day Party Irish food and drink specials. Donate $1 or more and the first green beer is on us! All you can eat fish fry every Friday during Lent. Evening entertainment. Pull a coin for the Pot O Gold and win a Gift Card to Gears and Cheers. South East Gears and Cheers 23333 Aurora Rd, Bedford Heights, OH 44146 (440) 232-0029 3/23/2018 Spring Fashion Show Food and beverages, come see whats new for spring, all in attendance will be entered in a drawing for a $200 south east h-d gift certificate South East Harley Davidson 23105 Aurora Rd, Bedford Heights, OH 44146 (440) 439-5300
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3/24/18 Easter Bunny Arrives at Signature Harley Davidson SIgnature Harley Davidson 1176 Professional Dr, Perrysburg, OH 43551 www.signaturehd.com
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3/24/2018 17 races of heart-stopping racing action in North America's premier venues. Lucas Oil Stadium 500 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46225
3/24/2018 Stinger Harley Davidson &'s Patch Sewing Event Free patch sewing by Bonnie and Joe Stinger Harley Davidson 3053 Eastpointe Dr, Medina, OH 44256 (330) 721-1702
3/24/2018 Stinger Harley Davidson &'s Annual Mac N Cheese Cook Off Bring your dish to share by noon! Medals and over $300 cash for 1st-3rd place winners. Beer tasting and more! Stinger Harley Davidson 3053 Eastpointe Dr, Medina, OH
3/25/2018 26th Yankee Lake Annual Spring Motorcycle Swap Meet American, Metric, British, used, new parts, antique, Harley Davidson plus so much more. Door prizes, 50/50 raffles, food, drink, plus lots of vendors. Accessories and leathers. Yankee Lake Ballroom 1814 OH-7, Brookfield Township, OH
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3/30/2018 Official Weigh in Party/ Honor fighting Official Weigh in Party J. Dublins 1954 Buchholzer Blvd, Akron, Oh 44310 330-633-3000 3/31/18 Pictures with the Easter Bunny Valley Harley Davidson 41255 Reco Dr, Belmont, OH 43718 www.valleyharleyshop.com
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3/31/2018 Dirty Girl Soap Pin up Calendar Contest Come in and have your picture taken to enter from 11 - 2pm. Pics will be posted to Facebook.the top 12 pictures with the most votes wins a spot in the calendar!
3/31/18 Vets & VTwins Demo Event at Powder Keg Harley Powder Keg Harley Davidson 2383 Kings Center Ct, Mason, OH 45040 www.popwderkeghd.com
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4/6/2018 Abate Seminar 2018 Abate's Award Banquet includes meet n greet a & games on Friday. Saturday breakfast, seminar, awards banquet and auctions! Crown Plaza Hotel 6500 Doubletree Ave, Columbus, OH 43229
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4/8/2018 2018 Spring North Coast Military Collector's Show More than 200 tables of field gear, patches, ephemera, insignia, weapons, uniforms, and more from all eras and countries Show Director Scott Denniss 330-546-3085 I-X Center 1 I-X Center Dr, Cleveland, OH http://www.motorcycleshows.com/ city/cleveland-oh 4/14/2018 GAMC Burger Night $10 includes beverage, multiple raffles and more 1540 Smith Rd Akron, Oh 44313 Chip 330-819-1660
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5/6/2018 Autism Awareness Poker Run $15 per rider $10 per passenger. 1st out at noon. Last out 1pm. Food, raffles etc
Chad Early (419) 571-0225 galiongridironclub@yahoo.com 4/29/2018 Spring 2018 Pancake Breakfast at MAPS Hosted by MAPS. $10 adult and $6 children under 12. Breakfast served 8 am to 1 pm. Museum open until 4pm. Will be collecting canned goods during the event to donate to local Ohio National Guard Food Pantry, MAPS Air Museum 2260 International Pkwy. North Canton, Ohio 44720 5/2/2018 BIKE NITE 2018 KICK OFF Argueably, the largest BIKE NITE in the country - Quaker Steak & Lube Valley View kicks off their season with Thunder Roads Ohio and a full night of fun and prizes including $100 CASH given away every hour! Lots more details to come Quaker Steak and Lube Valley View, OH 5935 Canal Rd, Valley View, OH 44125 (216) 986-9464 5/4/2018 Great Hopewell Road Rally Hocking Hills of Southeastern Ohio! $60.00 gets you 2 nights camping, Friday and Saturday dinners, guided rides of the Earthworks mounds, self-guided rides, endless coffee, movies, awards and door prizes. 22245 State Route 278, Nelsonville, OH 45764 Sam samrbooth@yahoo.com
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King Sportsman Tavern 1402 W Waterloo Rd Akron, Oh 44314 Pearl 330-745-0110 5/12/2018 10th annual Motorcycle Awareness Parade Riders and non riders welcome. Family friendly, music, silent auction, pig roast, scavenger hunt, carriage rides and facepainting, etc Parade at noon. Northtowne Mall 4th street, Defiance, Oh 43512 5/19/2018 Fallen Riders Memorial Fun Run -Starting points are Valley view, Mentor and Sheffield lubes. -Finishes at the Valley view lube. Registration starts at 9am at all locations, pull out starts at 10am last bike out at noon all locations. All bikes in by 5. Its 10 bucks a person. Bands start at 10 am at the Valley view location only, and they go all day long, and into the night! Vendors, merchandise,raffles, run patches and more. Top dollar paid out to the top 3 hands. 5/19/2018 Ride for Kids Ride for kids with brain tumors. Benefiting the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. Presale tickets before 5/6/18- $20. Tickets at door- $25.00. Tickets include wings, pizza, rigatoni, salad buffet, beer and pop. Tony K Bar and Grille 841 West Bagley Rd. Berea, Oh 44017 Ruth 440-327-7960 squareup.com/market/ clevelandrideforkids
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Cheesy Breakfast Enchiladas Serve 6-8 (or 4 hungry bikers)
Apple Crisp This is a simple recipe that always makes folks happy. 10 cups Apples, peeled, cored, and sliced. 1 cup White Sugar 1 Tbl All-Purpose Flour 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon ½ Cup Water 1 Cup Quick-cooking oats …………………………………… Topping: 1 Cup All-Purpose Flour 1 Cup Packed Brown Sugar ¼ tsp Baking Powder ¼ tsp Baking Soda ½ Cup Butter, Melted 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degree C). 2. Place the sliced apples in a 9x13 inch pan. Mix the white sugar, 1 tablespoon flour and ground cinnamon together, and sprinkle over apples. Pour water evenly over all. 3. Combine the oats, 1 cup flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda and melted butter together. Crumble evenly over the apple mixture.
4. Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 45 minutes.
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½ lb lb bacon, diced ½ lb chorizo sausage, no casing 2 jalapenos, diced 1 sm onion, diced ½ bell pepper, diced 2 cups of shredded jack or cheddar cheese 1 cup enchilada sauce 8 lg flour tortillas 8 eggs 1 tbsp flour ¼ cup milk ¼ cup sour cream 3 green onion, diced 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp cayenne powder ½ tsp salt ¼ tsp pepper 1. Preheat oven to 350, coat a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray 2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the diced bacon until crispy, remove to drain on a paper towel and pour out most of the grease (I save it in the fridge for future cooking) 3. In the same skillet over medium high heat, cook the chorizo – it will basically fall apart. 4. About half way add the jalapenos, onion, and green pepper and cook until the veggies begin to soften 5. Transfer mixture to a large bowl and add the chorizo, 1 cup cheese, 1/2 of the cooked bacon, garlic, cayenne, salt and pepper, mix well 6. Pour enchilada sauce in the baking pan and move around with a spoon to coat the bottom 7. Lay out each enchilada and spoon 1/8 of the mixture down the center of a tortilla. 8. Roll up and place in to baking dish, seam side down, repeat until all tortillas are done 9. In another large bowl beat eggs, flour, milk and sour cream and pour it over the tortillas 10. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup of cheese over tortillas. Sprinkle the rest of the bacon bits over cheese, cover the dish and bake for 35 minutes, uncover and bake another 10 11. Allow to cool 10 minutes before serving – garnish with green onions
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Two Irish drunks are walking home after a little too much celebration on St Patrick’s Day. As they stumbled up the country road in the dark, Paddy says, “Bejeesus, Mick, we’ve stumbled into the graveyard and here’s the stone of a man lived to the age of 103!” Mick replies, “Glory be, Paddy and was it anybody we knew?” Paddy says, “No, it was someone called ‘Miles from Dublin’.” Why can’t you borrow money from a leprechaun? Because they’re always a little short. A man walked into a bar on St. Patrick’s Day and started ordering martini after martini. With each drink, he removed the olives and put them in a jar. When the jar was filled with olives and he’d finished all the drinks, the man started to leave. As he did so, a curious customer asked him, “Excuse me, but what was that all about?” “Nothing really,” replied Paddy, “My wife just sent me out for a jar of olives.”
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