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FROM THE PUBLISHER Fall is undoubtedly my favorite time of year to ride in Northeast Ohio. The crisp autumn air is always the most comfortable for me, making leathers and a few extra layers more comfortable; and the changing leaves provide a cool patchwork backdrop to the landscape. It’s also time for one of our favorite events of the year – the Devil’s Staircase AMA Pro Hillclimb races in Oregonia (October 8th, page 46). In it’s 68th year, the Devil’s Staircase is the traditional last big riding event of the year for many. With fields of motorcycles as far as the eye can see, it’s a true celebration of the riding spirit and our community. At every event we attend or host, it’s always the riders and sense of community that defines the occasion. I recently attended a bike night at Quaker Steak and Lube in Columbus that was packed with what seemed like easily over a thousand motorcycles and a packed floor in front of their stage. Watching everyone it was clear that this was a crowd that knew each other and had come together as brothers and sisters – all connected as fellow riders bonded by their love of the open road and the machines they conquered it with. It was a great crowd and even though I didn’t know everyone, the fact that I was there and recognized by some in attendance brought acceptance from the rest. Even though I’m a big guy that often dresses a bit odd (What can I say? I’m a biker that doesn’t really care.), this is a crowd of folks with a common passion that transcends race, profession, gender, and many of the other classifications that now seem to be dividing much of the rest of our society. It’s a really cool thing – that always makes me proud to call myself a BIKER. As we head into the cooler weather, I’d like to remind everyone that even though we are heading into the cooler months – don’t just shuffle off into your cave for a few months of isolated hibernation. Certainly, make the most of the remainder of our “riding season”; and I hope to see everyone in Oregonia for the hillclimb races. After that, I’d encourage everyone to still come out and celebrate the community we live in – with or without our iron horses. Great stops such as Grand River Manor, Sassy’s, Hillsborough Tavern, and Zeppe’s are all open year round and still offer a place for us to gather as riders and connect. The Iron Cowboy Crew will be out at more smaller local events all across the state as the weather gets cooler and the bigger rallies all go south. We still hope to ride to as many as possible, but eventually we will take the cages out as it seems futile to push the limits. Regardless, we will all still come as brothers and sisters – a reunion of family that we may or may not have met already. I’ll see you there, at your local ride stop – online through facebook or our online blog (ThunderRoadsOhio.com) – or here in the pages of Thunder Roads Ohio! Until then – safe travels!

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BIKE SHOW FEATURE

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AMA REPORT

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CMA REPORT

BUCKEYE THUNDER RUN

CALENDAR FEATURE

IRON AND INK

FINAL WORD

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TRO NETWORK: Where to get the mags!

SERVICE SPECIALISTS

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UPCOMING MOTORCYCLE EVENTS

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The Powersports World Comes to Columbus Industry leaders discuss attracting more riders and building the industry.

as part of larger Monster Jam events in 11 cities (not named at this time). A wide range of activities will essentially cover kids of all ages. Some will ride actual bikes on tracks. Others will enjoy a virtual experience on a real bolted down motorcycle that will safely allow them to tilt and lean with the bike while it’s running. The hope is that by planting these powersports seeds, a whole new generation of riders might be developed. Then Matt Levatich, President and CEO of Harley-Davidson, came out and shared his vision for Harley-Davidson and their objectives for the next 10 years. The most dramatic of which was to develop 2 million NEW Harley-Davidson riders in the US – followed closely by the goal of launching “100 New High Impact HarleyDavidson Motorcycles”.

The focus of the motorcycle and powersports world was on Columbus as the American International Motorcycle Expo (AIMExpo) came and filled the entire Columbus Convention Center with over 500 exhibitors from around the world. It seemed as though every motorcycle and powersports manufacturer in the world was represented, and it was truly a world class show. Put on by the Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC), the show started with two days of industry only and then opened to the public for Saturday and Sunday.

The MIC then introduced a new program dubbed “RIDE – Experience, Instruction, Inspiration”. Working with Feld Entertainment, producers of both the Monster Energy Supercross Series and AMSOIL Arenacross Series – as well as various Disney Live shows and the incredibly popular Monster Jam events; RIDE will get kids onto 2 and 4 four wheeled powersports vehicles in an effort to create that “first ride experience”. Initially, the RIDE initiative will be held

Levatich didn’t really spend much, if any, time on the 100 new motorcycles or even discuss any of the new 2018 models that were just across the hall. Instead, he focused on the new riders and emphasized that the motorcycle industry needed to shift their focus from the “hardware” to what he dubbed the “software” or “mindware”. Instead of focusing their message on the hardware – the engines and the nuts and bolts – they needed to focus on the riders themselves and the experience they have. The leader of Harley-Davidson stated that their first thought everyday needed

The industry portion of the show kicked off with keynote speeches by industry leaders Scott Wine, CEO of Polaris, and Matt Levatich, President and CEO of Harley-Davidson. Dubbed “The Future Starts Here” the opening presentation included some new initiatives and speeches by MIC and AIMExpo officials as well and it all focused on the challenges and opportunities for the motorcycling and powersports industry. Scott Wine, CEO of Polaris (producer of Indian Motorcycles, Slingshots, and Polaris powersports) spoke of their effort to connect with new riders and outlined four primary focus points as they looked towards the future. Innovation, Focus on Youth, Giving Back, and Advancing Technology – were all outlined as objectives in terms of advancing the industry. 8

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to be that they “build riders!” And if they take that approach, they will sell plenty of bikes – but will recapture the hearts of generations that the industry seems to be losing. Levatich explained that they are no longer just competing against other motorcycle manufacturers – but against anything that draws the attention of those in or potentially in the motorcycle community. They are competing against $1,000 iphones and other distractions that capture the resources of potential riders. In many cases, they are distractions from life as well. Younger generations have different values – including having little interest in ownership. The cure – get them to experience what it’s like to ride! Put them on bikes, let them work the gears and really experience the ride. With video games, virtual reality, and even social media – we are all competing with the very idea of living for real! What better way to combat this – by presenting the VERY real thrill of riding. Whether it’s an Eagle Rider rental or taking a Rider Academy course, we need to get them out riding! It was a great speech and it closed out with a renewed call for the industry to go all-in and commit to building the next generation of riders.

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In one portion of Matt Levatich’s speech, he urged the national motorcycle media to shift their focus from the “hardware” to more of “software / mindware” as well – more on the real ride experience itself and not just the machines. Of course this is virtually our entire focus as a regional motorcycle magazine – covering the rides, rallies, bike nights, and shows that occur within our own community. We’ve always been about riders, and it was great hearing this approach validated. It was especially surprising to hear it from a motorcycle manufacturer. Surprising – but right on target!

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IRON COWBOY CHAMPIONSHIP BIKE SHOW SERIES - PRESENTED BY THUNDER ROADS OHIO This past year, we focused heavily on our Bike Show Series as a means of reaching more riders and showcasing their rides and what they’ve done with them. For 2018, we want to double down on the bike shows and crank things up even more! The new show series will be renamed the Iron Cowboy Championship Bike Show Series and that’s not the only change participants and fans will notice. We plan on adding at least a dozen more shows all across the state and will be introducing a number of new perks for those entering their bikes - more prizes, more trophies, and a few new twists that we can’t wait to share. We will be differentiating between some of the shows, setting up three tiers. The first are local bike shows – many of which will be held at bike nights. These shows are meant to get everyone out for an informal, ride-in show. Even if you’ve never shown a bike before, you can come out and have a lot of fun with these. Most of these shows will be primarily People’s Choice, with weighted judges voting added in as well. The next tier are the regional shows. These shows will kick things up a notch both in terms of the competition and the prizes. More intense competition, but also bigger trophies and prizes. These shows will also include a heavier judged component in addition to the popular voting from both those in the audience and those competing in the show. Finally, there are the Finals / Championship Shows. These shows include objective scoring by professional judges as well as separate trophies and judges for the People’s Choice categories. These shows are meant to be objective and focus on more of the technical aspects of the bikes to really ensure that the “best” bikes win – not just the most popular. In many cases they are one in the same, but in other cases there are a lot of details and effort spent – which may or may not be recognized by the average enthusiast or fan attending the show. We are now starting the process of identifying locations and partners for hosting Bike Shows in 2018. If you have a venue or represent an organization that would like to host a show, please send us an email as soon as possible. This past year we hosted bike shows as part of pre-existing events and rides. In many cases we modified the format or classes to recognize particular aspects of the event. For instance, as part of the LCPL Daniel Deyarmin Memorial Poker Run and Benefit, we 10

added a Military Tribute class to the bike show. It was a very popular class and brought out a number of really cool bikes that people enjoyed seeing. This month we are also hosting a bike show at the Devil’s Staircase Pro Hillclimb races. It’s our fourth year producing the bike show, but the 68th year for the races. It’s been a very popular addition to the event and offers yet another entertainment option for those attending. It’s also completely turn-key for those hosting the races. We handle everything and just need the space to host the bikes. We do everything else. Unfortunately, in many cases, the most challenging part of having us host a bike show

can be deciding on the date. There are always other things going, and if you wait toO long to decide – you may not have a day available! With few exceptions, we will only host one bike show a day – and there are only so many days in a year. If you’re hosting or involved with an event that might benefit from adding a bike show, we’d encourage you to get in touch as soon as possible. We can discuss the various options and work on locking down a date for you. To get things started, you just need to shoot us an email at BikeShowInfo@gmail.com

Want to learn how to ride? In support of Harley’s commitment to creating new riders, Thunder Roads Ohio will be awarding the opportunity to attend the Harley-Davidson Riding Academy at Western Reserve HarleyDavidson and other ride programs as part of the Buckeye Thunder Run Ride & Win Contest. From Rider check-in’s across the state, TRO will randomly draw at least one winner to attend the H-D Riding Academy courtesy Thunder Roads Ohio. So get off the back of the bike and check in with that Ride Card! In addition, TRO would also like to hear directly from those interested in riding and attending a rider training course. If you’ve always wanted to take the course, but for whatever reason haven’t been able or just haven’t gotten around to it – we’d like to hear from you. Send us an email at ThunderRoadsOhio@gmail.com and include a short explanation of why you’d like to ride and why you should win a spot at the Riding Academy. Please include where you’re from and what the closest dealerships would be for you.

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Women’s team ends week with strong results Story and photos by Mark Kariya Though team victories eluded the U.S. ISDE team this year at the 92nd International Six Days Enduro in Brive-la-Gaillarde, France, the teams are not disappointed with a second, two thirds and a class win. France won both the FIM World Trophy and Junior World Trophy divisions while settling for third in Women’s World Trophy. The U.S. World Trophy team was destined for the basement after losing Thad Duvall to injury on the first day. Finishing 16th out of 19 countries was as good as the team could finish. With the team title out of reach, the goal became getting the three remaining riders -Taylor Robert, Kailub Russell and Ryan Sipes -class wins. Robert achieved part of his goal and came away the E3 victor, though after being last year’s E2 and overall individual winner, he had to settle for being third overall. Sipes was runner-up in E1 after going into the sixth day’s final motocross tests in third place. He also climbed to fifth overall individual. In their respective final motos, both Robert and Sipes took second while Russell came home fourth in the E2 moto to put him seventh in the final E2 standings. “That was a big improvement because I don’t think we’ve ever had two Americans in the top five,” Robert said. “That’s huge. It’s just something to build on for next year. We’ve got two guys that can definitely compete for wins, and Kailub’s won days before so Kailub can get back up there when he’s riding like himself.” Robert added: “We just need that fourth guy to be up there every day as well like the French team was a couple days this year. It was a good event. I wasn’t as close to the overall as I would’ve hoped⏤I lost a little bit of time the last couple days⏤but all in all, I felt like I rode really well, especially with the bike that I was on. There were like 30 guys in the E3 class and I think I was the only guy on a four-stroke. Grass

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tracks really aren’t my forte as well. I felt like we did good [all things considered], and next year’s in Chile in the sand, and I think we’re all looking forward to that.” Italian Juniors actually bested France as a team in the final day’s results, but it wasn’t enough to completely erase their deficit and they remained second behind the host country’s team, while the U.S. Juniors were a strong third - two minutes and 2.9 seconds behind the French. Of the Americans, Layne Michael finished with the best results, grabbing tenth in E1 and 27th overall, while Grant Baylor earned 13th E2 and 31st overall. Josh Toth had a one-minute penalty a few days ago and settled for fourteenth E1 and forty-first overall. The week ended fairly spectacularly for the U.S. Women’s World Trophy team. For the second day in a row, the three first-timers went faster, as a team, than the leading trio from Australia by nearly 14 seconds. Brandy Richards winning the WWT moto was the highlight of the final day for American fans. But Richard’s win still wasn’t enough for the U.S. team to get close to the Aussies, who were 6:46.62 ahead at the end of the week, with France about 20 minutes behind for third. Kacy Martinez-Coy got taken out and staged a comeback ride to eighth at the finish of the moto - about 40 seconds behind teammate Becca Sheets, who finished fifth. The SRT Off-road trio of Ben Kelley, Ty Tremaine and Cody Webb held onto third place in the Club team standings behind winner Italy and MCC Wales/Welsh MCC. In his C2 moto, Tremaine worked his way to second - less than two seconds behind the moto winner and placing him fourth in C2. Among C1 riders, Kelley got knocked down to seventh for the day but finished second in the class. Webb claimed sixth in the C3 final moto and, like Tremaine, ended up fourth in class for the week.

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E3 winner Taylor Robert (left) congratulates E1 winner Josep Garcia; E2 winner Loic Larrieu (right) also took overall individual honors.

Layne Michael heads to fifth in the final E1 moto. For the week, he finished 10th in the class, helping lead the U.S. Team to third in Junior World Trophy.

Early in the Women’s World Trophy moto with Brandy Richards taking aim at early leader Laia Sanz. Rookie Richards made the pass to win the moto though Sanza topped the women for the week. The Americans finished second behind five-time winner Australia in the week’s results, though as a team, they beat the champs the last two days.

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AMA Road Race Grand Championship to kick off at Barber Motorsports Park Event to take place in conjunction with WERA Grand National Finals PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- America’s fastest amateur motorcycle road racers will descend on Barber Motorsports Park in Leeds, Ala., Nov. 2-5 to compete for AMA national championships at the 2017 AMA Road Race Grand Championship.

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A millennial’s three favorite bikes in the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame By Ashley Price, AMA Associate Editor The world of motorcycling is forever growing and changing, and thanks to current advancements in technology, that evolution is accelerating. The advancements come, not only on motorcycles themselves, but by motorcyclists whose accomplishments over the past few decades have been nothing short of impressive. As a younger generation in a sport that has such a rich history, it’s important to acknowledge all aspects of where motorcycling began and the true heritage of the industry. Walking among the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum displays and gazing at the machines of many all-time greats not only offers the experience to relive the most influential moments and riders of motorcycling history, it is also simply nostalgic. It’s a privilege to be able to learn about the bikes they rode to countless championships and used to change the face of motorcycling forever. Here are my three favorite motorcycles in the museum that I believe were the most significant to motorcycling, to the millennial generation. Jeremy McGrath’s 2000 Yamaha YZ250: Since I grew up in the 1990s it should come as no surprise that Jeremy McGrath is one of my all-time favorite motocross racers. In what many consider the golden years of AMA Supercross, McGrath took the sport to the next level, selling out stadiums and enlarging the world of motorcycle racing through his unmatched talent on a dirt bike. As a young girl who was already obsessed with motocross racing, watching McGrath race brought me the same excitement that going to Disney World brought other kids my age. Seeing his bike in the museum brings back the same feelings of joy, adrenaline and excitement that I would get years ago. It’s almost as if I can hear the echoing sounds of two-strokes ringing through a stadium once again.

Racing action from the 2016 AMA Road Race Grand Championship.

“Motorcycle road racing showcases not just the enormous talent of the riders, but incredible machines that are packed with cutting-edge technology straight from the showroom floor,” said AMA Track Racing Manager Ken Saillant. “The competition is fierce as the racers push their bikes to the limit, rounding the course at triple-digit speeds. Barber Motorsports Park is a world-class venue that will provide the perfect proving grounds for the race for AMA National No. 1 plates.”

Ricky Carmichael’s 2005 Suzuki RM250: Carmichael’s famous dirt bikes in the museum provide a true testament of how incredible a racer he truly was. Watching the many epic Carmichael-StewartReed battles in the early 2000s were among the highlights of my childhood and still some of the best racing I’ve ever seen in my lifetime. But of all Ricky’s bikes in the museum, his RM holds a special place in my heart, as the last two-stroke to win an AMA Supercross Championship. It’s crazy to think that there are generations that don’t know anything other than the pure power and deep growls of four-stroke Supercross racing. I was fortunate enough to not only witness this incredible advancement take place, but also live through this milestone in motorcycling history. At such a young age, I don’t think I was quite aware of how monumental the introduction of four-strokes to the racing world would be, but I can vividly remember watching this exact Suzuki RM250 flying over the finish line as Carmichael took home his fifth and final AMA Supercross Championship. Josh Hayes’ 2014 Yamaha YZF-R1: After selling all of my dirt bikes and heading off to college, I quickly realized that it was not possible for me to give up riding motorcycles. So to fill the void, I dove into the world of sport bikes. I hopped on a 2007 YZF-R6 and soon become obsessed with road racing, a result of my life-long passion for motorcycles and my background in competition. As a poor college student, I was too cheap to pay for the full cable TV package, so I was forced to watch AMA Superbike and MotoAmerica races on my laptop while I crammed for my finals. Riding a Yamaha, I obviously had a soft spot for Josh Hayes, but his determination and confidence in winning gave me all the more reason to root for him. His talent on a motorcycle was unmatched and debatably still is today, as he fights for more MotoAmerica race wins and championships. Seeing his race-tuned machine in person lights the same fire inside me that I got from watching him fight to the front of the pack on my 12-inch computer screen. Standing next to it, I want to just hop on and ride it out the doors of the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum and on down the road to Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. As it sits quietly next to you, it’s incredible to think that this machine was flying around a track in upwards of 150 mph. Being next to this bike makes me realize that my passion for motorcycles goes much deeper than just the freedom of riding.

AMA National No. 1 plates go to the winner in each class and run in conjunction with the AMA-sanctioned WERA Grand National Finals, which will award championships in the WERA Vintage Series, WERA Sportsman Series and the Pirelli/WERA National Challenge Series. The AMA also will award the Nicky Hayden Road Race Horizon Award to one rider who is judged best prepared for the professional ranks, based on attitude, enthusiasm and past performances as an amateur. The award recently was re-named in honor of 2002 AMA Superbike Champion and 2006 FIM MotoGP World Champion Nicky Hayden, who passed away in May and was the inaugural winner of the AMA Horizon Award in 1997.

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Although I’ve only been around motorcycles for 23 short years, there is no question that they have shaped my life and made me who I am. Every motorcyclist has a story—our love for motorcycling started somewhere. Being able to see the motorcycles that influenced our passion and changed the face of our industry forever, in person, is truly a nostalgic feeling that is indescribable. For your chance to relive the greatest moments in motorcycling during your own generation, visit www. americanmotorcyclist.com/hof or check out the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum at the American Motorcyclist Association in Pickerington, Ohio.

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SAFETY REPORT Hi Friends, Well this riding season is winding down fast. If we stay on track, this year may be a three year low. 2017 has been a great riding year - not too much rain and nice warm days. Fatalities for 2017 are 92. That is 45 less than last year. Crashes for 2017 are 2,479 and that is 540 less than last year. I think part of the reason is what we have done; working very hard to decrease the number of distracted drivers on the roads, implementing a new training program and increasing the visibility of Motorcycle Awareness and Education programs. We need to keep using the acronym Ride SMART. Ride Sober, Ride Motorcycle Endorsed, Ride Alert, Ride Right Gear and Ride Trained. The numbers will keep going down if we keep getting better. As a rider gets more time in the saddle, he/ she learns what they should have done differently. Could we have made ourselves more visible by backing off, moving over or changing lanes? Should we have been scanning further ahead so we would have had more time to react? Or should we just slow down and give ourselves more time to make those decisions? Keep riding “like no one can see you” and “know your surroundings”. Ride safe. Something that we have not ever talked about is our passenger, most of them your better half. This year we have 8 passenger fatalities and we need to make sure we keep them as safe as we can. My wife and my son have ridden many miles with me. Harley now takes his better half as a passenger and my wife is still riding with me. When we first started I had a lot of talks with her on how she should react in dangerous situations and she has always been more help back there than not. When

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On one of our good rides we stopped for the night in Coshocton, Ohio where 36 and 16 come together. It has a great historic place called Roscoe Village where the girls loved walking around the shops. It gave us a nice break. Downtown we found a very good steak house but I do not remember the name. It really is in the middle of the northeastern and southeastern part of the state. A lot of the roads over that way run along a river and that always makes the roads curvy. Hope it is a good experience for you. We have been promoting ABATE of Ohio Inc., your state rights organization, with the Year of the Member. This year you can join ABATE of Ohio for $10.00 per member. So join or re-up now and save some money and support your state rights organization and most of all your FREEDOM. For information call 1-800-25-BIKER or Mike 419-6545446. Thank you. In closing, I want to thank some great businesses and people. We just had the Foundation Bike Raffle to support Motorcycle Safety and Education and without these people we could not have done it: The Original Margaritville , Signature Harley Davidson, all the members and friends that sold tickets and helped, Thunder Roads Ohio Magazine for the bike show and advertising, Ridin’ On Magazine for advertising, all the great bikers that came out and supported the Raffle Day, and Jim “Bushman” Sprague for dragging that bike all over the state to promote the raffle. Thank You. Thank You for everything and if I forgot someone, I’m SORRY and I do thank you! Ride with in your limits, Mike Stock

Harley turned old enough to ride on his own, we all went and took the MO program. My wife does have her endorsement now but still likes riding behind me. She is a much better passenger than ever before because she now understands more clearly how it all works. Her being my second eyes and ears may have saved us a more serious accident 5 years ago in a construction zone. So talk to your passenger and let them know how they can help. If you can take a course with her, she will be even better. But don’t kick her off the back seat. Maybe she likes you. At this time of year it is a good idea to keep checking that bike over as if it was the first ride of the year. I just found a broken bracket on my bike, ordered a new one and now it’s fixed. Start making a list of things to do and a wish list of new accessories for Santa. Also go to your manual and look up what service schedule you are going to need, 10,000 miles, 20,000 miles or whatever. Some are a little costly if you have the shop do it so you may need to save up, but don’t skip it. If you take your bike to a shop, let the shop know of your concerns. One example is neck bearings. A mechanic may not feel that niche that you do on a slow turn to the right, so let him know. October is a great time to check out the colors. You can go almost every weekend to a different part of the state and find some great views. As many of you know I like the southeastern part of the state. Many great roads and when you come to the top of the world and look out, you can see forever. It is so beautiful at this time of the year. If you have never ridden Route 9, it runs north and south and has a lot of “top of the world” views. It’s one of my favorite roads.

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Road to MotoAmerica....Conclusion Over several issues we followed a young man in his first journey as a Pro-racer in MotoAmerica. Team Dietz set goals for each round... first to qualify! Mission accomplished at Road Atlanta where 18 year old, Steven Dietz made it into the main by virtue of a 4th place finish in the LCQ (last chance qualifier). Admittedly, mistakes were made. Dad made some set up changes that made the bike tougher to ride and Son got greedy with the throttle and high sided resulting in his one and only DNF (did not finish). Questions arose as a team to whether or not they deserved to be racing at this level. Goals changed from just qualifying to a top 15 finish. Onto VIR; goal accomplished! Race One=15th place. Race Two=13th place. Next goal-- top ten. Road America resulted in two 11th place finishes and getting closer. Onto PittRace. Steven’s home track. Lots of family and friends cheering him on but so much more pressure. In Race One he ended up finishing 9th. Race Two 13th, but they got that elusive top ten. Two more rounds that proved challenging with top 15’s. Steven finished 12th in points in Superstock 600 with 38 points and missed the West Coast Sweep of three races.

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There are some big decisions for next year. Steven needs more seat time. Living in Western Pennsylvania doesn’t’t afford that opportunity. In his first year of college grades are first. The bike needs to drop 10 pounds as it needs to be faster. There are also some new rule changes which may eliminate the small privateer such as Team Dietz from this level of competition. Qualifying will be tougher if they have to be within 107 percent of talents such as Garret Gerloff or JD Beech. These are great racers with full factory support; nothing but the latest equipment and plenty of it. This alone could eliminate a lot of competitors. Dad Tim received a text today from Steven thanking him for everything ....”NEXT YEAR I’M GONNA BE BETTER AND THE YEARS COMING”. To keep that dream alive will take lots of dedication and believe me it’s there! Next year’s goals “get faster, lighter and try to get to the west coast rounds.” Sponsorship will help. CONGRATULATIONS Steven.....can’t wait to see what 2018 brings for Team Dietz! As always ride safe, PHOTO credits Dave Russell and Photos by Marty LLC

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CMA What is Prayer?

When you hear the word prayer, what comes to mind? For some it may be a solemn event and to others it may be support. Dictionary describes prayer this way: a solemn request for help or expression of thanks addressed to God or an object of worship; invocation, intercession, devotion; a religious service, especially a regular one, at which people gather in order to pray together; an earnest hope or wish. When someone tells me they are praying for me I feel uplifted, encouraged and humbled. Why is that? In my mind, I see prayer as communication with the only true God; the God of Creation. To think someone would take the time to talk to Him on my behalf is nothing less than AWESOME. I believe a prayer offered to an object of prayer, meaning anything other than God, is useless and goes nowhere once uttered. Who is God? God is the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. God is the Father of all creation, Genesis 1:1, “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” The Son is Jesus Christ, Matthew 3:17, “and behold, a voice out of the heavens said, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well-pleased.” The Holy Spirit is Gods Holy Spirit, 1 Thessalonians 4:8, “So, he who rejects this is not rejecting man but the God who gives His Holy Spirit to you.” There are times we just don’t know how to pray. When that happens we need not worry, but acknowledge to God in prayer that we don’t know how to pray and thank Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit for speaking to God on our behalf. Romans 8:34b, “Christ Jesus is He who died, yes, rather who was raised, who is at the right hand of God, who also intercedes for us.” Romans

8:26, “In the same way the Spirit also helps our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we should, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.” Do I have to have all the answers when I pray? Absolutely not. Trust in your ability to talk to the Father about your concerns, needs and desires just as you would a friend. If you have received Jesus Christ as your savior, you are a friend of God, John 15:15, “No longer do I call you slaves, for the slave does not know what his master is doing; but I have called you friends, for all things that I have heard from My Father I have made known to you.” Take the time today to pray, talk to God. He is ready and waiting to hear from you. GR (Jerry) Niver CMA Ohio State Coordinator

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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PRESENTED BY RUSS BROWN MOTORCYCLE ATTORNEYS & THUNDER ROADS OHIO MAGAZINE It’s been a great summer and the BUCKEYE THUNDER RUN is winding down, in terms of the active Ride Stops and ride events. However, Thunder Roads Ohio is pleased to announce that we will be continuing SOCIAL MEDIA checkin’s and prize awards YEAR ROUND! Earlier this year, TRO added social media check-in’s – allowing riders to check in through their smart phones and social media at Ride Stops and events that Thunder Roads was it. Riders can continue to do this now YEAR ROUND, and we will award prizes each month to randomly selected check-in’s. As we head into the “off-season”, we encourage you to check in at any offering Thunder Roads Ohio or anywhere we’re at. You can also take a picture and post from your favorite ride stops – and simply tell us “This should be a RIDE STOP!” It has to be a publicly accessible ride stop – such as a restaurant, bar, shop, dealership, or other location of interest to riders.

Here’s how it works THUNDER ROADS OHIO / BUCKEYE THUNDE RUN SOCIAL MEDIA CHECK-IN’s 1. 2. 3. 4.

TAKE A PICTURE OF YOURSELF, YOUR BIKE, YOUR CREW, AND CHECK IN AT YOUR LOCATION. HOLD YOUR RIDE CARD UP, WITH YOUR NUMBER VISIBLE TO MAKE TRACKING EASIER. POST THE PICTURE TO YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNT WITH THE LOCATION CHECK IN AND #ThunderRoadsOH It’s that simple.

PLEASE NOTE - Some OFFICIAL RIDE STOPS will still offer Check-In boards, but most will only be doing this during the primary riding season.

State and Stop Prizes Every month the TRO staff will randomly select winners from the check-ins. Some prizes will be specific to the particular stop - and usually sponsored by that stop. For instance, a leather shop may award a custom leather vest to someone visiting their store during the month of June. That would be a prize specific to that stop and only riders checking in at that location would be eligible for that prize. Other prizes will be state wide, with everyone checking in at any location eligible to win! As always, the beauty and simplicity of this program is that anyone can win with any check-in, but your chances of winning are increased by the amount you ride! The dedicated rider treking across the state has a greater chance of accumulating prizes - but the couple that can only get out a few days a month to ride can also win! Every check-in counts as an entry in the “drawing” - so if you hit 40 stops in a month, you have twice as many chances of winning as someone that only hits 20. The more you ride - the more opportunities you will have to win! That’s the whole idea - to encourage everyone to get out and ride! Prizes are developed by both Thunder Roads and our sponsors - allowing for some exciting options. They may include stays at exciting locations, riding gear or accessories, gift certificates, cash, rally passes, concert tickets, and even the opportunity to win factory and custom motorcycles! 24

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The Winners If your check-in is drawn, Thunder Roads will post your card number online at www.ThunderRoadsOhio.US. Riders will then have at least 45 days to “claim” their prizes. For state-wide prizes, winners will often have the opportunity to select from a number of prize options. For instance, a rider might have the option of winning an Ohio Bike Week Rally Package that includes accommodations and extras for attending North Coast Thunder Rally. If that rider isn’t able to take advantage of that prize - they might opt for a Premium Leather Jacket instead. • • • •

Riders are able to win multiple prizes - based upon the drawing of their check-in’s. Some prize drawings are specific to only check-in’s for the particular month - while others prizes are drawn from check-in’s season long. ALL CHECK-IN’s remain in the system for end of the season prizes! Riders are able to check-in once a week at a stop (Monday-Sunday), for a maximum of 4 check-in’s per month (not counting bonuses).

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Get your Ohio Ride Card. Get the list of stops each month from your Thunder Roads Magazine, the website (ThunderRoadsOhio.com), or facebook. Ride out to these stops and show them your card. And then you win cool prizes!

The first step will be for riders to register for their Thunder Roads Ohio Ride Cards. A number of select locations will serve as Registration Centers. Riders can easily register at these points or anywhere we are set up at – free of charge. You can request a Ride Card through our website! You can now go online and register for your Thunder Run Ride Card through our website – www. ThunderRoadsOhio.com. Simply head to the TRO Online Store and order your Ride Card. There is a $5 convenience fee for this option – but ALL PROCEEDS are applied to our Warrior Fund, sponsoring charitable motorcycle events and organizations across Ohio. PLEASE NOTE - You can still use your previous Ride Cards. All Ride Card registrations carry over, however you are welcome to pick up a new shiny one if you’d like. As we mentioned, this is a dynamic event – intended to be tweaked and developed over time. If you have ideas, suggestions, or concerns – please don’t hesitate to let us know. You can email us at BuckeyeThunderRun@gmail.com

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A.D. Farrow Harley Davidson Downtown

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491 West Broad Street, Columbus OH 43125 614.228.6353

America's Oldest Harley Dealer™ Cool dealership in downtown Columbus with a true historic flavor and numerous unique, vintage displays - including a soda fountain offering old fashion milkshakes in season during events!

A.D. Farrow Harley Davidson - Shop at North Star

Ride Stop

7754 OH-37, Galena, OH 43021 (740) 965-9900

Conveniently located off 71 just North of Columbus. This sprawling dealership hosts countless rides and events throughout the year. Many unique and historic motorcycles on display pay homage to the history of America's Oldest Harley Dealer™

ABATE of Ohio

Ride Stop

3999 Parkway Ln., #11, Hilliard, OH 43026 614-319-3644

A non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the rights, improving the image and promoting the safe operating practices of Ohio motorcyclists. State Offices offer a wealth of information for riders.

AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum

Ride Stop

13515 Yarmouth Dr, Pickerington, OH 43147 (614) 856-2222

The AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame honors the distinguished men and women who have played a vital role in shaping the sport and lifestyle of motorcycling. A MUST SEE if you consider yourself a motorcycle enthusiast or biker.

American Powersports Findlay

Ride Stop

3690 Speedway Dr, Findlay, OH 45840 419-422-9253

Full service dealership just off I-75, offering Arctic Cat, Can-Am, Polaris, Sea Doo, Ski Doo, Suzuki, Spyder, Victory, Yamaha, and Slingshot vehicles. Great showroom with plenty of gear, accessories, and parts for just about anything you might need.

American Powersports Sandusky

Ride Stop

4922 Milan Road Sandusky, Ohio, OH 44870 419-625-9253

Full service dealership in Sandusky, on 250 just north of route 2. Stop in during Ohio Bike Week or any other time you're in the area for service, gear, or a great deal on anything in their inventory.

American Road Motorclothes

Registration and Ride Stop

4984 W 150th St, Brook Park, OH 44142

Casual shop offering T-Shirts, Hoodies, Garage Shirts, Jackets, Gloves, Leather Jackets, Leather Vests, Chaps, Pins, Patches, Belts, Bells, Bandanas and Motorcycle Accessories.

Avon Boot Shop

Ride Stop

38450 Chester Rd Avon, Ohio 44011 (440) 934-3230

A great stop for all your leather needs - as well as boots, gloves, chaps, and plenty more. Knowledgable staff can help you get exactly what you need and ensure the proper fit.

Barrel House Saloon

Ride Stop

101 East Shoreline Dr. Sandusky, OH 44870 (440) 346-3055

Ohio's premier summer live music venue. Located on the water in downtown Sandusky beautiful bartenders, cheap drinks and live music. Get there by bike, car, boat or on foot - just get there!

Bear's Vintage Metalworks

Registration and Ride Stop

408 West Main St Ravenna, OH 44266 (330) 297-7755

Vintage Harley Museum and one of the coolest, most knowledgable proprietors around make this a must stop for any rider.

Biker Central

Ride Stop

114 E 6th St Newport, KY (859) 360-3694

Biker Leathers and apparel, jewelry, knives, shirts, event vending services, extensive patch wall with sewing services, consignment and more!

Biker to Biker Consignment

Ride Stop

1232 State Route 131, Milford, Ohio 45150 (513) 718-7559

Friendly consignment shop that also sells new things.

Bison Leather

Ride Stop

7409 W Central Ave., Toledo, OH 43617 419-517-1737

Bison Leather is located in Toledo, Ohio. Large selection of motorcycle gear. Leather Jackets, Helmets.

Bojangles

Ride Stop

48400 OH-14, New Waterford, OH 44445 (330) 846-0124

A totally unique ride stop offering incredible BBQ, live music, and a relaxing patio. It's the perfect place to kick back after a long ride or week. Oh, and they have wolves!

Catch 22 Tattoo

Ride Stop

1505 Madison Ave., Painesville Twp., OH 44077 (440) 358-1511

A high quality, professional studio that houses 11 artists, and a full time piercing staff. From the moment you walk in you will feel comfortable in this clean, artistic studio.

Centennial Park Harley-Davidson

Ride Stop

12477 E. Broad St. SW, Pataskala, OH 43062 740.964.2205

Part of the A.D. Farrow family of dealerships - America's Oldest Harley Dealer™ East of Columbus this is a full service dealership with a strong service focus.

Cycle Specialties - Cincy

Ride Stop

6175 Harrison Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45247 (513) 574-7878

Cycle Specialties was founded in 1984 by Dave Freudemann and Jeff Zang. Dave and Jeff share a long history with motorcycles. Both have raced off road bikes and been riding buddies since childhood. Our motto is: "No matter where you ride, no matter what you ride, we try to take care of you and your needs."

Cycle Specialties Fairfield

Ride Stop

7220 Dixie Highway, Fairfield, OH 45014 (513) 860-3232

Full service dealership offering new Kawasaki, Suzuki, Polaris, and Yamaha motorcycles, atv's, and side by sides.

Garage Bar Willoughby

Ride Stop

37825 Vine St. Willoughby, OH 44094 (440) 510-8663

Sunday Bike Night, Daily Happy Hour Specials. Private Party Room available - ask for details

Grand River Manor

Ride Stop

1153 Mechanicsville Rd., Geneva, OH 44041 (440) 466-9229

Grand River Manor, in Mechanicsville, is located along the Grand River in Ashtabula County. Founded in 1847, the tavern is a popular watering hole for snowmobilers, bikers and users of the Western Reserve Greenway Trail.

Gyro Express

Ride Stop

10125 Market St.., North Lima, OH 44452 (330) 549-9602

Gas station with full menu, restaurant and bar, U-Haul, and cell phone repair services. BEST GYROS IN TOWN and made from scratch FRESH LEMONADES!

Handlebar

Ride Stop

24951 Aurora Rd, Bedford Heights OH 44146 (440) 439-7365

Celebrating over 20 years of being one of the East Side's true biker friendly establishments. Good food, friendly staff, and a true neighborhood feel is why this spot has drawn bikers from throughout the area since it opened.

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Harley-Davidson of Chillicothe

Ride Stop

818 Eastern Ave, Chillicothe, OH 45601 740-773-8826

Locally owned, this small town dealer focuses on incredible service and a personal touch.

Hillsboro Grill & Tavern

Ride Stop

804 McLister Avenue, Mingo Junction, OH 43938 (740) 282-5599

More than just some burger and fries joint, Hillsboro Grill & Tavern is the culmination of a 70-year-old tradition of friends gathering for good times and great food. A comfortable stop after a long day of riding.

Hocking Hills Moonshine

Ride Stop

519 E Front St., Logan, OH 43138 740-603-4483

A great family business dedicated to producing authentic, quality Ohio corn whiskey aka "moonshine". Located in the heart of the Hocking Hills - it's the "only place in Ohio where you can get your shine, a history lesson, and the experience of a lifetime." A fun stop with great folks!

Hudson Leather

Registration and Ride Stop

14-700 St Rt 15 Pioneer, Ohio 43554 419-485-8532

Hudson Leather offers "rally prices" on quality products every day. Everything from rain gear and gloves, to luggage and of course leather jackets.

Indian of Northern Kentucky AKA CCM of NKY

Ride Stop

10855 Dixie Highway, Walton, KY 41094 (859) 534-2240

Indian Motorcycle of NKY is a 18,000 square foot shrine to the legendary Indian brand, as well as Victory and Slingshot, located in the heart of Northern Kentucky. Our retail sales and service dealership is a year-round destination for all Motorcycle enthusiasts, that share a passion for the open road.

Indian of Toledo

Registration and Ride Stop

1230 Conant Street Maumee,OH 43537 419-891-1230

Family owned dealership that takes pride in their service and tradition within the community.

Iron Pony

Ride Stop

5436 Westerville Road Westerville, OH 43081 (614) 901-PONY"

The Motorcycle SUPERSTORE that you just have to see. Possibly the largest motorcycle store in the world? And it's right here in Ohio.

Iron Pony Saloon

Ride Stop

14641 OH-3, Lakeville, OH 44638 (419) 994-4900

Great food and friendly service! Located at the juncture of State Route 3 and 179, the Iron Pony Saloon is in the midst of some of the most scenic roads in Ohio just north of Mohican State Park and Loudenville. Running between Columbus and Wooster, Cleveland, or Akron this makes a great stop.

Johnny’s Grill & Pizzeria

Ride Stop

12399 Kinsman Rd., Newbury Twp, OH 44065 (440)564-1331

Great place serving Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Carry-out or Delivery available. Stop in and check out the new patio!

Knuckleheads

Ride Stop

2012 Cleveland Rd W Huron, OH 44839 (419) 433-6944

A real, "old school" biker bar nestled in a shopping center right off Route 2 outside Sandusky. Make sure you stop in during Bike Week!

Lake Erie HarleyDavidson

Registration and Ride Stop

38401 Chester Road Avon, OH 44011 (440)934-5000

Harley-Davidson Dealership that hosts great events year-round, including national act concerts!

MAPS Air Museum

Ride Stop

2260 International Parkway, North Canton, OH 44720 (330) 896-6332

MAPS - The Military Aircraft Preservation Society showcases an incredible collection of aircraft spanning virtually the entire history of military aviation. PRESENT YOUR RIDE CARD FOR DISCOUNTED ADMISSION.

Motor Sports of Dayton

Registration and Ride Stop

2135 South-Dayton-Lakeview Rd, New Carlisle, OH 45344 (937) 849-4800

Clark county's friendliest motorcycle dealer! Your one stop for Victory Motorcycles, Vespa, Arctic Cat, and Piaggio. Parts, service, and accessories.

Mugg Shotz

Ride Stop

29012 Euclid Ave. Wickliffe, Ohio 44092 (440) 516-0773

The former "East Side Saggy's" is under new ownership - serving up fine food and spirits in a comfortable atmosphere. Music, fun, and more! Stop on in and meet the friendly staff!

Old 30 BBQ

Ride Stop

1330 E Mansfield St., Bucyrus, OH 44820 (419) 562-1399

Bike Nights every Thursday with Live Music starting at 6pm. Come for the music and bikes - STAY FOR THE FOOD! Great BBQ!

Original Margaritaville

Ride Stop

212 Fremont Avenue Sandusky, OH 44870 614-354-2196

One of Ohio's most popular ride destinations has revamped their menu and expanded the service offerings on their already popular deck. Live entertainment on weekends and some of the best motorcycle only parking ever seen. Stop by and enjoy one of their signature margaritas! (Please drink responsibly! ;-)

Paddy Wagon Pub

Ride Stop

7990 West 130th St Strongsville, OH 44136 (440) 877-9095

Sunday Rider Specials! Wednesday Bike Night and Karaoke! Thursday

Powder Keg Harley- Registration Davidson and Ride Stop

2383 Kings Center Court, Mason, OH 45040 513-204-6962

This is a dealership created by "Harley folks for Harley folks". A very active dealership that hosts bike nights right on the property as well as countless rides and other charitable events. Presenting sponsor of the nearby Devil's Staircase AMA Pro Hillclimb event.

Quaker Steak & Lube - Vermillion

5150 Liberty Ave., Vermillion, OH 44089 (440) 967-3724

One of the most unique locations, has more of a "boating" theme with dockage at the restaurant. BOAT NIGHT every Thursday, but don't be shy about riding up. They even have FREE boat rides, weather permitting. Be sure to check out the Penton motorcycles on diaply, honoring local legendary racer - John Penton.

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Ride Stop

491 West Broad Street, Columbus OH 43125 614.228.6353

A.D. Farrow Harley Davidson - Shop at North Star

Ride Stop

7754 OH-37, Galena, OH 43021 (740) 965-9900

ABATE of Ohio

Ride Stop

3999 Parkway Ln., #11, Hilliard, OH 43026 614-319-3644

AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum

Ride Stop

13515 Yarmouth Dr, Pickerington, OH 43147 (614) 856-2222

American Powersports Findlay

Ride Stop

3690 Speedway Dr, Findlay, OH 45840 419-422-9253

American Powersports Sandusky

Ride Stop

4922 Milan Road Sandusky, Ohio, OH 44870 419-625-9253

American Road Motorclothes

Registration and Ride Stop

4984 W 150th St, Brook Park, OH 44142

Casual shop offering T-Shirts, Hoodies, Garage Shirts, Jackets, Gloves, Leather Jackets, Leather Vests, Chaps, Pins, Patches, Belts, Bells, Bandanas and Motorcycle Accessories.

Avon Boot Shop

Ride Stop

38450 Chester Rd Avon, Ohio 44011 (440) 934-3230

A great stop for all your leather needs - as well as boots, gloves, chaps, and plenty more. Knowledgable staff can help you get exactly what you need and ensure the proper fit.

Barrel House Saloon

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101 East Shoreline Dr. Sandusky, OH 44870 (440) 346-3055

Ohio's premier summer live music venue. Located on the water in downtown Sandusky beautiful bartenders, cheap drinks and live music. Get there by bike, car, boat or on foot - just get there!

Bear's Vintage Metalworks

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408 West Main St Ravenna, OH 44266 (330) 297-7755

Vintage Harley Museum and one of the coolest, most knowledgable proprietors around make this a must stop for any rider.

Biker Central

Ride Stop

114 E 6th St Newport, KY (859) 360-3694

Biker Leathers and apparel, jewelry, knives, shirts, event vending services, extensive patch wall with sewing services, consignment and more!

Biker to Biker Consignment

Ride Stop

1232 State Route 131, Milford, Ohio 45150 (513) 718-7559

Friendly consignment shop that also sells new things.

Bison Leather

Ride Stop

7409 W Central Ave., Toledo, OH 43617 419-517-1737

Bison Leather is located in Toledo, Ohio. Large selection of motorcycle gear. Leather Jackets, Helmets.

Bojangles

Ride Stop

48400 OH-14, New Waterford, OH 44445 (330) 846-0124

A totally unique ride stop offering incredible BBQ, live music, and a relaxing patio. It's the perfect place to kick back after a long ride or week. Oh, and they have wolves!

Catch 22 Tattoo

Ride Stop

1505 Madison Ave., Painesville Twp., OH 44077 (440) 358-1511

A high quality, professional studio that houses 11 artists, and a full time piercing staff. From the moment you walk in you will feel comfortable in this clean, artistic studio.

Centennial Park Harley-Davidson

Ride Stop

12477 E. Broad St. SW, Pataskala, OH 43062 740.964.2205

Part of the A.D. Farrow family of dealerships - America's Oldest Harley Dealer™ East of Columbus this is a full service dealership with a strong service focus.

Cycle Specialties - Cincy

Ride Stop

6175 Harrison Ave., Cincinnati, OH 45247 (513) 574-7878

Cycle Specialties Fairfield

Ride Stop

7220 Dixie Highway, Fairfield, OH 45014 (513) 860-3232

Full service dealership offering new Kawasaki, Suzuki, Polaris, and Yamaha motorcycles, atv's, and side by sides.

Garage Bar Willoughby

Ride Stop

37825 Vine St. Willoughby, OH 44094 (440) 510-8663

Sunday Bike Night, Daily Happy Hour Specials. Private Party Room available - ask for details

Grand River Manor

Ride Stop

1153 Mechanicsville Rd., Geneva, OH 44041 (440) 466-9229

Gyro Express

Ride Stop

10125 Market St.., North Lima, OH 44452 (330) 549-9602

Gas station with full menu, restaurant and bar, U-Haul, and cell phone repair services. BEST GYROS IN TOWN and made from scratch FRESH LEMONADES!

Handlebar

Ride Stop

24951 Aurora Rd, Bedford Heights OH 44146 (440) 439-7365

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Where the Road Ends On November 11th, a team of four U.S. Army Veterans will depart from Deadhorse, Alaska on KLR650 motorcycles on a 19,000 mile journey to Tierra Del Fuego, Argentina. Their route includes traversing the infamous Darien Gap – 100 miles of untamed jungle. No roads, no bridges, nothing but jungle. And once they pass that – it’s through South America all the way to where the road ends. Starting in the Arctic Circle, they will face subzero temperatures and then sweltering heat and miles of untamed jungle – all to complete an expedition designed to be the ultimate test of will and their determination to succeed where no one else has. They will be the first riders to ever make this entire journey by

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motorcycle. “We’re all combat vets – paratroopers; and decided that we wanted to show that there’s life beyond the service. A lot of guys come out and they are left wondering what’s next?” begins Wayne Mitchell, Team Leader and Operations “The world’s wild corners still whisper to the hearts of men, inspiring them to seek out those last secret places; to test themselves in the jungles, tundras, and highlands where roads do not go.” -Jake Hamby, Lead Videographer Where the Road Ends Officer. “Back in 1998 I met a member of a Jeep/AMC Expedition that had crossed

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the Darien Gap coming from South America – heading north. It was the first time I had heard of the Darien Gap, and I started researching it. I was fascinated that there just a road that you could take through connecting North and South America. Later I was in Iraq and read that there still wasn’t a road. I was with some other team members and we started thinking about how we could make the crossing.” “Years later, we were out and decided that we missed having a mission. We missed working with other military folks. We met another Vet that was interested in shooting an adventure documentary, and that was kinda the missing piece. We decided that we were going to do this.”

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Beginning 250 miles north of the Arctic Circle, the team members and their support elements will travel from Prudhoe Bay, Alaska to Ushuaia, Argentina, via the Darien Gap. They will be the first to do so by motorcycle. The team will all be riding Kawasaki KLR650’s with custom sidecar platforms built by Eryx Tools in Denver Colorado. The sidecars will be used as they travel through the artic, northern stretch and then dropped as they head south. There have been only three transcontinental expeditions through the Darien Gap. All three were completed in Jeep and Land Rover SUVs. Nobody has done the Gap or made the run on motorcycles. Just last year, some British service members attempted to do it coming from Argentina running North; but the trip was aborted due to political unrest and potential problems along the way. The entire operation will be the subject of a feature length documentary, shot by current and former military combat photographers. It’s their hope to have it released on the 2019 film festival circuit. You can find out more about the team and follow along on their journey online at www.wheretheroadendsmoto.com; as well as their facebook and Instagram pages. And of course – here in upcoming issues of THUNDER ROADS!

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The Team: WAYNE MITCHELL Retired Oregon Army National Guard Major Operations / Rider BORN AND RAISED IN ALASKA, Wayne grew up in the professional hunting guide business. In 1994 he enlisted in the U.S. Army where he served alongside Mike Eastham in the 207th Infantry Group Long Range Surveillance detachment as an airborne infantryman and senior scout. After commissioning as an engineer officer in 2000, Wayne went on to serve as a U.S. Army advisor and trainer in Mongolia and Taiwan. He has a degree in Anthropology from the University of Alaska, is a graduate of the Basic Military Mountaineering Course, U.S. Army Engineer course, and is an advanced emergency medical technician. Wayne currently works as a park ranger for the Department of Interior. RICHARD DOERING Retired Alaska Army National Guard Major Assistant Operations / Rider RICH GREW UP IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA, joined the U.S. Army at 17, and has been riding motorcycles for 37 years. After serving as a medic in the 82nd Airborne Division for 3 years, he attended University of California Berkeley and graduated with a degree in Geophysics. He went on to work as a Satellite Operations officer in the U.S. Air Force, a contractor for Lockheed Martin, and a Company Commander in the Alaskan Army National Guard. In 2007 he deployed to Iraq with 207th Long Range Surveillance Detachment where he worked alongside Mike Eastham and Wayne Mitchell as an advisor to a Mongolian Infantry company. Rich is retired and currently resides in Fairbanks Alaska.

MIKE EASTHAM Retired Alaska Army National Guard Sergeant 1st Class Mechanic / Rider AFTER GROWING UP IN OREGON, Mike joined the U.S. Army as an airborne infantryman. Over his nearly thirty-year career, he went on to serve as a tank commander, motorcycle scout, loadmaster, First Sergeant, and senior advisor to Mongolian forces. His education includes the U.S. Army Jungle Warfare Course, Cold Weather Leader Course, and the Malaysian Tracker’s Course. Mike is a master mechanic and works as a contracted technician in remote locations around Alaska

SIMON EDWARDS Retired Colorado Army National Guard Sergeant 1st Class Medic / Rider SIMON EDWARDS HAS BEEN AN AVID MOTORCYCLIST since he was a teenager. After 20 years of deploying around the world as a 18D Special Forces Medic in the Army National Guard, he turned his focus to motorcycle racing. He counts among his greatest two wheeled achievements two AMA Grand Championship #1 plates for record setting land speed, as well as finishing 15th overall in the 2016 Mexican 1000. When he’s not racing, he can be found tinkering in the garage or providing medical training for government agencies. Simon is currently based in Denver and works as a board-certified Physician Assistant in the emergency room at Lutheran Medical Center.

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2017 Thunder Roads Ohio Championship Bike Show series

Bring out your bikes and show off what you’ve done! As motorcyclists, bikers, or whatever you want to call yourselves – our bikes are often our pride and joy. In many cases, we spend hours after hours, and often dollars after dollars making them our own personal ride. With all that time and effort, why not bring them out and showcase what you’ve done? To that end, we present the Thunder Roads Ohio Bike Show Series. The TRO Bike Show Series features local, regional, and nationally recognized shows that all builders and bike owners are encouraged to participate in. Vintage, metric, v-twin, customs, restored antiques, “resto-mods”, trikes, and radicals – they are all welcome to the show. Each bike show is also a qualifier for our Championship Shows – both the State Show and the National Championship Show which has been held as part of the I-X Piston Power Show the last several years.

The vast majority of these shows are RIDE-IN shows, meaning that the bikes are expected to be ridden and a little bit of road dust is fine. We don’t split hairs over trailering in bikes, but we do require that all bikes must be functioning. They must start and be able to be safely ridden on the road. Most of the shows include voting by event attendees and weighted judges scores. We use this approach to make certain we include the “people’s choice” as well as a professional eye – preventing it just being a popularity contest. Some shows, though, are Judged Shows – with the guest votes simply going towards the People’s Choice Awards. All Thunder Roads Shows feature trophies and placards to recognize the bikes and winners, with special prizes being added in some shows in consideration of the location and hosts. The Best of Show Bikes and TOP Class Winners from the Bike Show Series are then invited to take part in the Championship Shows.

Upcoming Show Notes: The Devil’s Staircase Bike show is a unique one, being held at the world famous hillclimbs. This show has a special “offroad” category added, for those riding MX or Adventure bikes out to the event. This show is in its 4th year and has a tradition of bringing out some incredible choppers and hard ridden vintage bikes. The Walneck’s Springfield Swap Meet will host a TRO Bike Show on Sunday, November 5th. This will be a multi-class show with a special Garage Build Class that we will really focus on. This show can be held indoors if weather dictates, but we certainly hope to be outside. We will be shooting bikes for the magazine and it’s a great chance to show off that classic vintage or custom bike that you’ve been working on. For updates on these and other shows / events, please be sure to like our facebook page. That is our most immediate means of sharing information on all of not only our events – but the hundreds of others that our friends and partners host.

2018 BIKE SHOW SERIES Plans are already underway for the 2018 Iron Cowboy Championship Bike Show Series, which promises to be BIGGER and BETTER with even more dates, new locations, and BIGGER AND BETTER PRIZES! See page 8 for more details.

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Sportsterz TRO Bike Show, Geneva-on-the-Lake Best In Class: Stock Domestic Stock Import Custom Domestic Custom Metric Vintage Domestic Vintage Import Bagger/ Touring Trike Radical Custom Paint Custom

James Diven 05’ Softail Deluxe Jim Twigg 83’ Kawasaki GPZ1100 David Burns 82’ Pinger Josh Krager 14’ “Eye Spy” Custom Build Ben Brown 1915 Harley-Davidson Randy Bartos 1930 Mas Harlette Michael Gonzales 2012 Street Glide Mike Robinson “Fire Truck Trike” Randy Smith, 2013 H-D Road Glide Custom Randy Smith, 2013 H-D Road Glide

Judges Choice: John Barker Thomas Bonner Ben Brown Ray Delpupo Barb Granger Glen Huston Bob Leonard Pete Maxwell Larry Meese Ricky Richardson Gabe Sleigh

72’ H-D Ironhead 81’ Yamaha XS400 1947 H-D Knuckle 2008 Custom Chopper 2010 H-D CVO Convertible 1965 Harley-Davidson M-50 2008 Suzuki Hayabusa “Hood Rat” Garage Build 1979 H-D FLH 08’ H-D Fat Boy 83’ H-D Shovel

Best of Show, People’s Choice: Randy Smith, 2013 H-D Road Glide Custom

Best of Show, Judges Score: Ben Brown, 1915 Harley-Davidson “Cannonballer”

2017 Zeppe’s Tavern TRO Bike Show Winners BEST IN CLASS Domestic Stock Domestic Custom Domestic Vintage Import Stock Import Custom

Al Snyder, 02’ HD FXD John D, 12’ Skully’s Custom H-D Jeff Stowe, 1947 Knucklehead Mathew Dillon, 14’ BMW F800 Tim Cosimano, 1970 CB750 Chopper Import Vintage Mark Ergazos, 73’ CB350 Bagger / Touring Kris Longo, 2017 Fat Bagger Trike Mike Robinson, “The Fire Bike” Custom Build Radical Ron Jeremy, 80’ Custom Kawasaki Custom Paint Bob Leonard, 08’ Suzuki Hayabusa

JUDGES CHOICE AWARDS Brad Campana, 04’ Harley-Davidson Sportster Angelo Alberty, Dyna Glide Bagger Mark Johnson, 1948 Harley-Davidson Randy Needham, 14’ Harley-Davidson Jon Lewis, 02’ Confederate Hellcat

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2017 Thunder Roads Ohio Championship Bike Show Series Bring out your bikes and show off what you’ve done! - Cont’d from p.41 I-X Piston Powered Auto-Rama March 16-18, 2018 The Summit Racing Equipment I-X Piston Powered Auto-Rama and Thunder Roads Ohio Magazine (TRO) have once again teamed up to add some extra two-wheeled horsepower to the 2018 I-X Piston Powered Auto-Rama being held in Cleveland, OH at the International Exposition (I-X) Center March 16-18, 2018. This event 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 Show Series. Technical judging of this year’s show will be handled by the International Show Car Association (ISCA). Since 1963, the ISCA has been one of the most reputable sanctioning bodies in the nation, overseeing the competition, supervising the judging staff, and keeping track of exhibitor points for those participating. It has over seen the judging of cars and other vehicles at the Piston Power Show since its inception. Other ISCA Car and Motorcycle shows within the region include the 58th Annual Cavalcade of Customs Show in Cincinnati (January 5-7), the 57th Annual World of Wheels Show in Pittsburgh (January 19-21), and the 66th Annual Meguiar’s Autorama in Detroit (March 2-4).

for the “People’s Choice” award. Cash prizes will be awarded on Sunday, March 18 for the Duck Award and the “Best Bike,” which will receive a magnificent custom Championship Ring valued at over $3,500 designed and crafted by Vivid Jewelers in Bay Village, Ohio. The show will award a total of $8,500 in cash prizes. Other cash awards include: Best Bike $5,000 Outstanding Bike $1,000 Duck Award Winner

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Vehicle Registration Applications are currently being accepted online for a limited number of show specific invitations. The application and more information is available online at ThunderRoadsOhio.com Each application and the accompanying photos will be reviewed and invitations extended to participate in the show.

Thunder Roads Ohio Magazine will host the Motorcycle Thunder Zone at the show and will collect ballots from show-goers

2018 Bike Classes from ISCA Rulebook 5000.0 Bobber — traditional style motorcycle. 5010.0 Restored Bike — 25 years or older. Original or restored condition. 5020.0 Antique Custom — 25 years or older. Custom paint, chrome, custom wheels, etc. 5030.0 Nostalgia Chopper — Nostalgia Styling. 5040.0 Chopper — Current styling. 5050.0 Sport Touring — Road King, Heritage, Valkyrie, Royal Star. Windshield and bags are optional.Conservative changes only. 5060.0 Road Bike — Full-dress bikes. May be broken into North American, Euro and Asian. 5070.0 Comp Bike — Scramblers, Off-road, Motocross, Trials, etc. 5080.0 Drag Bike — Drag race only. Domestic or foreign. 5090.0 Sport Bike — Café Racers, Road Racers and Street Racers. 5110.0 3-Wheeled Bike — All 3-wheeled bikes with a motorcycle engine. 5120.0 Bike with Side Car — All bikes with side cars. 5150.0 North American Manufactured Custom — Current D.O.T. manufacturer (Big Dog, Bourget, Titan, etc.) May be broken into Conservative, Mild, Full or Radical. 5160.0 North American Manufactured — Harley, Victory, Excelsior, Henderson, etc. May be broken into Conservative, Mild, Full or Radical. 5170.0 North American Custom — Class for assembled cycle. May be broken into Conservative, Mild, Full or Radical. 5174.0 Bagger — Current styling. 5177.0 Big Wheel Bike — Current styling; must have an altered fork to accept Big Front Wheel. 5180.0 European Custom — Any bike produced by a European manufacturer. May be broken into Conservative, Mild, Full or Radical. 5190.0 Asian Custom — Any bike produced by an Asian manufacturer. May be broken into Conservative, Mild, Full or Radical. 5200.0 Auto Bike — Any bike with an automotive engine. May be broken into 2-wheel or 3-wheel. May be broken into Conservative, Mild, Full or Radical. Examples of what constitutes a modification: custom paint; polished engine; custom seat; custom exhaust; custom handlebars; molded frame; cherried frame; swing arm change or modification; each frame change such as raked, stretched or widened; wheel change including spoke changes; each fender change; tank change; engine change; any metalwork or fiberglass work to the tank, fenders, frame or side covers; superchargers, turbochargers or nitrous systems; front end change. Conservative, Mild, Full and Radical breakdowns are determined by the number of modifications listed above. Conservative = 1-4 modifications; Mild = 5-9 modifications; Full = 10 or more modifications. Radical includes any bikes of radical design.

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2017 THUNDER ROADS OHIO CHAMPIONSHIP BIKE SHOW SERIES Friday, September 29 Quaker Steak & Lube Cortland (Warren), NEW DATE! Registration 5:30-7pm Satuday, October 7

Quaker Steak & Lube Sharon, PA Registration 2-6pm -

Sunday, October 8

Devil’s Staircase Bike Show, Oregonia, Registration 11am-1pm

Sunday, November 5 Walneck’s TRO Bike Show, JUST ANNOUNCED! Springfield, Reg 9am – Noon

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Piston Power Show, Cleveland CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW

Additional shows are being finalized and will be added to the schedule. Make sure that you are on our facebook page (www.facebook.com/ThunderRoadSOhio) or check out our website for new shows and updates. Register for ALL SHOWS online in-advance at

ThunderRoadsOhio.com and SAVE! Standard TRO Show Classes Vintage Vintage Import Stock (European / Asian) Vintage Domestic Stock Vintage Custom Stock Import Stock Domestic (V-Twin) Custom Import Custom Domestic (V-Twin) Radical Radical Import Radical Domestic Radical Bagger Rat Bike / Garage Build Café Racer Touring Adventure / Off-Road Trike Custom Paint BEST OF SHOW PEOPLE’S CHOICE A class must have at least 3 entries in order to qualify for a BEST OF CLASS Award. Subcategories and Specialty Classes (show in italics) must have at least 3 distinct entries within in order to be broken out, but is done at the discretion of the event organizers. Judged Shows will include both a BEST OF SHOW and a PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD. Thunder Roads Ohio and show organizers reserve the right to consolidate or add classes at their discretion. ALL BEST OF SHOW Winners qualify for the Championship Show. Best of Class Winners are entered for consideration, with top series performers being selected for the Championship.

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All Registered Vehicles Will Receive: Two All-Event Participant Badges One Three-Day Event Parking Permit One Outdoor Trailer Parking Space An Event T-Shirt One Admission to the Thursday Burger Bash

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AMA PRO HILLCLIMB National Championship

Once again the top hillclimb racers from across the country will head to Oregonia for the finale of the AMA Pro Hillclimb season. This will be the 68th year that the Dayton Motorcycle Club has hosted Devil’s Staircase – one of the most challenging and infamous hills in the history of the sport. It’s an adrenaline charged event that draws from throughout the Midwest, as spectators come to witness the brave / crazed racers rocket up the hill. It’s a simple challenge – get to the top of the hill as fast as you can, while remaining in control of your bike. And the excitement isn’t just limited to the racers – at the end of the day, one lucky person in the crowd will win a band new 2017 HarleyDavidson Street Glide courtesy of The Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Powder Keg Harley-Davidson, and the Flickinger Legal Group. In addition to all the excitement on the hill, there are vendors and plenty of other things to do while attending this single day event. Race organizers have again expanded the vending area and updated the layout to allow for more convenient flow through the exhibitors. Thunder Roads Ohio will be hosting the bike show again, as part of our Championship Bike Show Series, offering even more for folks to do while attending the event.

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LAST YEAR’S RACES Jay Sallstrom clinched the 2016 AMA Pro Hillclimb Championship in the Unlimited and Expert Singles classes while John Koester secured the title in the Xtreme class at the Dayton Motorcycle Club’s Devil’s Staircase. Jockamo Baldina, Koester and Logan Cipala took the Round 10 wins in the Unlimited, Xtreme and Expert Singles classes, respectively. Sallstrom won the exhibition Hill Cross competition. Brent Nelson in the Expert Singles class setting the pace at 8.515 seconds. Cipala and Sallstrom dropped into the sevens with Sallstrom two-tenths ahead at 7.651 seconds. Koester moved into third late in the order, posting an 8.236-second E.T. In the second-half, Cipala inched ahead of Sallstrom to take the lead in the Expert Singles. Sallstrom rode fast but settled for second. Koester’s podium spot was threatened by Baldina who crossed the line in 8.198 seconds. Koester answered with a 7.863-second E.T. to retake third. Although in second behind Cipala, Sallstrom extended his lead in Expert Singles to 12, easily securing the title. Koester rode first in the Xtreme class. Trailing the points leader, Sallstrom, by just five points and he knew he at least needed a win to take the title. Koester posted a fast 7.216-second time in his first attempt. Baldina dropped into the sixes with a 6.699-second E.T. to take over the lead. Sallstrom crested in 7.467 seconds, in third behind Koester at the half. In the second run of the Xtreme class, Koester commanded the group, besting Baldina with a time of 6.528 seconds and made his way back to the lead. Phil Libhart topped the hill in 6.922 seconds, nudging Sallstrom off the podium. Baldina posted a fast time of 6.673 seconds - good for a second-place finish behind Koester. Sallstrom shaved two-tenths off his own time but remained in fourth. Koester’s win and Sallstrom’s fourth-place meant Koester took the 2016 Xtreme title by just one point. Baldina stopped the clock in the Unlimited class at 7.164 seconds. He was bested by Sallstrom’s 6.990 E.T. Koester posted a 6.888-second time for the lead. Libhart’s 7.160-second ride moved him into third at the half by a fraction of a second.

It was an exciting day of racing and new champions were crowned. 2017 promises to be even more exciting as titles are once again on the line, based upon the racers ability to tackle The Devil’s Staircase!

After intermission, Baldina upped the ante in the Unlimited class with a 6.793-second ride for the lead, moving Koester to second and Sallstrom to third. Cipala rode last and took over the fourth-place position with a 7.078-second ride, pushing Libhart to fifth. Sallstrom held a commanding points lead after Round 9 and a third-place finish in the final round was more than enough to secure the title. THUNDER ROADS® OHIO MAGAZINE

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4th Annual DEVIL’S STAIRCASE BIKE SHOW

Once again, Thunder Roads Ohio will be hosting a ride-in bike show as part of the Devil’s Staircase festivities. This show has proven to be an extremely popular one, with local and nationally established custom builders exhibiting some of their work alongside garage builds, incredible vintage bikes, and dialed in “stock bikes” that are better than factory! Finalists will be featured in Thunder Roads Ohio and the BEST OF SHOW will receive an invitation to the Series Finale’ being held as part of the Piston Power Show in Cleveland this Spring – and the chance to win $5,000 cash and a custom Champion’s Ring valued at over $3,500!

Thunder Roads Ohio is looking to organize some SHOP CHALLENGES. If you own or are involved in a motorcycle shop and would like to join us as part of the hillclimb races and bike show – let us know. You can showcase your work and join in the fun! Email us for more information. ThunderRoadsOhio@gmail.com

Cost is $20 per bike, $10 for each additional class / bike. You can register in advance through ThunderRoadsOhio. com for only $15. Classes for this year’s show are: American V-Twin, Metric, Vintage (Pre 80), Custom Paint, Off-Road, Touring, and Radical. All entries are automatically entered into the BEST OF SHOW Challenge. Yes, we did say “Off-Road” there. We are looking to showcase Enduro / Dual Sport / or straight up off-road beasts. This class is somewhat open to interpretation – but we welcome anything that’s meant to hit the trails, mud, or dirt track – rather than pavement. Placards and trophies are awarded in each category, based upon participant voting and weighted judges scoring.

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Richard Hoak, 2017 Collector’s Edition Indian Chieftain

Domestic Custom Tony Marimberga, H-D Softail Deuce Import Stock

Mary Ketcham, 02’ Honda Valkyrie Interstate

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P.J. Grakauskas, 80’ Yamaha SR500

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Dave Nolan, 77’ Junk-n-Disorderly

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Tom Santiago, 16’ Indian Chieftain

JUDGES CHOICE AWARDS Nick Kortowich, 2006 Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle Ultra Classic Dele Maxwell, 2014 Hood Rat Garage Build

PEOPLE’S CHOICE – BEST OF SHOW: Joe Ballard 2008 Big Dog Military Tribute Bike

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Southern Dozen By Paris Wolfe In 2005, the Tri-Cities HOG Chapter – a Harley Owners Group out of Johnson City, Tennessee-- approached the Johnson City Convention & Visitors Bureau about hosting the state’s 2006 HOG Rally. To qualify, the city had to have interesting routes mapped for visitors. So, local chapter members worked with the CVB and developed the 12-Pack Ride. “When we saw the participation for the first motorcycle rally and the acceptance of our community, we realized that we were on to something good and decided to brand it,” says Brenda Whitson, Executive Director of the Johnson City CVB. The city is in the northeast corner of Tennessee.

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As time went on and the routes became more popular with motorcyclists and sports car enthusiasts Whitson’s group rebranded the routes as the Southern Dozen. These often twisty routes range from 37 to 157 miles mostly over Appalachian country roads. A brochure detailing them suggests significant stops along the way from caves and country music to restaurants and retailers. In late May, Gary, two friends and I spent three days exploring these routes. That wasn’t nearly enough time. While logically we could have ridden all 1,132 miles in three days, we would have lacked time for waterfalls, panoramic views, a rich micro-beverage culture, blue-grass music and good ole Southern comfort food. Next time, we’ll plan a longer stay in Johnson City, Tennessee-- the alpha and omega of Southern Dozen routes.

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It’s possible to rent a motorcycle in Johnson City, but we chose to ride our own bike 500-plus miles from Northeast Ohio. And so, we hit the road at 5:30 a.m., taking routes through Ohio, West Virginia and Virginia before entering the northeast corner of Tennessee. With generous breaks and meals along the way we clocked 10 hours. MapQuest suggests the trip can be done in about eight hours. Parking availability at The Carnegie Hotel, a four-star property on the corner of the East Tennessee State University Campus, was generous. We were grateful for the free garage behind the hotel where our bikes were sheltered from one night’s rain. Other than that the Memorial Day weekend weather was wonderful.

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The Carnegie looks like any other brickand-mortar building from the outside, but the interior transports one to a century old building. The décor includes antiques, stained glass medallions and Tiffany-style lamps. We just wanted the best beds for our heads. If we had planned better, we’d have taken our bathing suits and enjoyed the heated, salt water outdoor swimming pool. We took a short break at arrival, changed clothes and walked a mile to a pie and beer tasting at JRH Brewing. It sounds odd, but chocolate pie goes well with a nitro stout. Unusual food pairings are a regular happening at the micro-brewery and worth planning for. Despite the university, Johnson City is not affluent; and that makes real estate attainable. Young people can easily afford homes or start storefront businesses. And low cost of living means lower prices at restaurants, craft breweries, boutiques and more. Visitors benefit from low prices and enthusiastic entrepreneurs. Our first breakfast was at The Main Street Pizza Company. The name is misleading, locals know the menu goes far beyond gourmet pizza to include many offerings from the proprietor’s farm. While waiting for variations on eggs to arrive, we used our mobile phones to access the Southern Dozen website. By clicking on the route “Mountain Ribbons” we were redirected to MapQuest for a visual of the 157-mile journey. There we each downloaded the route to mobile devices because GPS can be unreliable in the mountains. Previous experience taught us to also carry maps as back up.

Mountain Ribbons goes south into North Carolina and overlaps the Blue Ridge Parkway. While we had ridden the BRP last year, we welcomed a pass over the dramatic 1,243-foot Linn Cove viaduct, a bridge that hangs off the side of Grandfather Mountain. Completed in 1987, it cost $10 million and was the last section of the Blue Ridge Parkway to be finished. We also stopped at scenic overlooks, Linville Falls and the Moses H. Cone Memorial Park. All added time to our journey. It takes at least an hour to make a nearly three-mile round trip hike over

rough terrain to view the tiered falls that drop into a circular gorge. The view is worth the trip and the hike is good for the lungs. At Moses H. Cone Memorial Park the main attraction is a 20-room mansion built in 1901. The owner, Cone, was a wealthy textile entrepreneur, conservationist, and philanthropist of the Gilded Age. Today, the white 13,000-square foot building houses the Parkway Craft Center which features handmade crafts by hundreds of regional artists. With hiking and sightseeing added in, a ride that may have been three to four hours became a full day. That’s when we realized the Southern Dozen might narrow to a half dozen or fewer. The two remaining days blurred with journeys more important than destination. Perhaps the most interesting route was the 107-mile “Top of the Roan.” After 15 switchbacks I quit counting and the flip-flops went on for another 20 minutes, all downhill. The state must have a significant budget for road signs warning of undulations. Ignoring the clock, we stopped where the map suggested – for stunning views from the top of Roan Mountain. And, we stopped where it didn’t suggest-- dusty country stores that smelled like fertilizer and carried everything from feed to food … and ice cream bars.

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We tracked the 88-mile “Music to Your Ears” north. Our first stop was Bristol, a city that straddles both Virginia and Tennessee. We paused for 90 minutes at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum for an interactive tour through the history of bluegrass and country music. There we learned about the Bristol Sessions which put Appalachian music on the map and helped build a foundation for country music. After learning about the contributions of the Carter family we sashayed flat, it was twisting roads through Southern Virginia to The Carter Family Fold, a performance center dedicated to the first family of country music. For those who don’t know the Carter’s history, just know that Johnny Cash married into the legendary family when he wed June Carter in 1968. The time-worn, grey-board buildings at the Carter Fold still vibrate with music on Saturday nights under the direction of Rita, a granddaughter of A.P. and Sara Carter. 58 58

It was only right, after “Music to Your Ears,” to visit The Down Home, a small, historic honky-tonk in Johnson City. From the outside, The Down Home appears shuttered, but inside the small rough-oak paneled room its very much alive. We were delighted by the bold bluegrass sounds of The Barefoot Movement. (If you plan to visit, know that admission and food are cash-only.) The 37-mile “East Tennessee” tour took us through Elizabethton for antique shopping and Jonesboro, the oldest city in the state with interesting buildings to show for it. Without the men on the trip I may have spent more time shopping the boutiques and such. At least once map-reading skills failed us and we used GPS to find a freeway to The Carnegie; road weary at times, it wasn’t a bad thing. We’ll have to return to trace and sightsee along “The Snake,” “Vinegar Pie,” and other routes.

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Everything You Need To Know You Learned During Probation The first steps in beginning your MC Club Life are the most important. As a Probate, there is so much information coming to you at once. You try to soak it all in. You try to retain what you are learning. You try not to make the same mistakes you are abruptly corrected about. So why after you finally patch do you forget what you held so vital? You probably have heard the phrase “It’s harder to keep your patch than it is to earn it”. While Probating, you can never understand this, and it would seem just more BS that a Full patch is feeding you. But it is entirely true. Why do some members lower their standards after receiving their patch? I can’t stress enough how important the probationary time is. I have witnessed good friends, solid bikers, who never probated for anyone. They were generally scooped up in a startup club, like the club I left before rolling into the one I am in now. When we rolled over, I brought several members from my old club. Some were in that club before I came into it, and were there as the Original Start Up members, and never completed a Probationary period for any club prior. Do you know out of a couple of dozen who rolled with me who are not still active? The ones who never completed probation for anyone.. Almost every other member still active, probated under my leadership in a past club. Fortunately, the ones no longer here were the minority and I’m proud of the ones who are still active these years later. I probated for 6 long months in the nation I came up in. I wouldn’t trade a second of the 48 hour straight worked at times. Look, this concept is not MC exclusive. You all well know that you value something that you earned more than something that you did not. Some of you need to go back to those first days, and be that bright-eyed sponge of knowledge you once were. Go to your Brothers Funerals, even if you never met them. As my Brother “Tattoo” says often, “it’s the last thing you will be able to do for that Brother”. Say what you will do, and Do What You say. A probate would never get away with telling a Full Patch 64

he was going to do something, and then not do it. Neither should you! Stand up and Greet a Brother, and shake his hand when he arrives somewhere. As a Probate, you learned from Men that you saw aS Leaders, because they had earned what you wanted. Be that Leader. Lead by Example. As I’ve said, A Position does not make a Leader, a man’s actions do. You don’t need a title to be a Leader. A good Leader in a Voluntary organization is only the First Volunteer to serve his nation. And for the Love of all things MC, get behind the thought that everything you do reflects back to your Brothers and your nation. Stop putting your personal actions ahead of the common good. By doing so you are only proving that you are a selfish individual, who cares only about himself, and not his Club Family. I’m really

learning that I must embrace the fact that sometimes a Club Brother, a Friend, may be the worst thing for our nation, even if I love him. This is a difficult concept for me to embrace, because I Am My Brother’s Keeper in every sense of the statement, but I must decipher when that Brother no longer holds my interest, or anyone else’s interest above their own. That’s harder for me than some Leaders in some clubs who live to throw people under the bus at every turn. Remember, Everything You Need To Know You Learned During Probation! I appreciate your time.. Keep it Real! My Road name is “Tabasco”, and I approve this message! Tabascotro@gmail.com

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SIG-Sauer and Glock continue to hold the covers of magazines and the front of web-pages across the internet. For SIG, the headlines consist of the Army’s M17 variant and the “voluntary upgrade” program on “unsafe” P320s in the civilian arena. For Glock, their headlines cover the good and the bad of the new Generation-5 line of handguns. Of course, both issues were met with various degrees of controversy. SIG-Sauer P320C

SIG-Sauer offered a voluntary upgrade for a safety issue: wherein, if the handgun is ever dropped on the back-plate it could result in a discharge. This came about after two different law-enforcement officers reported discharges, when their service handguns fell to the ground. The most recent case resulted in the officer being wounded. I will be sending one of mine off to assess the differences when it comes back. It doesn’t strike me as a big deal. The mechanical fault requires such specific parameters to meet that it is almost a non-issue. There have been two incidents that brought the problem to light, out of over 500,000 P320s sold commercially and to law-enforcement, so far.

of disappointment with the new Glock. New barrel, new internals, and a requirement for (mostly) new holsters. The compatibility list with older models extremely is short. The Gen-5s are currently only being offered in 9mm – with the full-sized 17s and compact 19s. The next bit of news may alleviate that burn slightly. Glock’s Head of International Sales, Richard Flür, stated that the Modular Handgun System offerings would be put on the commercial market. The two MHS guns are G19 and G23 variants with compact slides on full-sized frames. Currently, there has been no word on other 9mm models or calibers such as .45 ACP. If you are fresh into the handgun market and happen to like the Glock design, then it is irrelevant. The Gen-5 might be right up your alley. The argument of dominance between Glock and SIG is rather irrelevant. Glock reigns supreme in the law-enforcement community and will for the foreseeable future, but they were beaten in the Army’s program due to a lack of modularity. You won’t see Glock innovate until there’s a credible threat to the market they currently control. They merely need to comply with any bulk commercial requests. SIG’s cheap grip modules and X-Change kits are a superior alternative to buying a whole Glock frame. Which, I might add, must be sent through an FFL because it is a serialized part. Those go for between $220-250 before shipping and transfer, versus SIG’s $40 grip modules or a $300 X-Change kit in any other size and caliber. S&W M&P9 2.0

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As the companies battle it out with new designs, it is the American public that benefit from such competition. On top of the Glock and SIG, Smith & Wesson is releasing a compact-sized M&P 2.0 in 9mm, CZ-USA has their strikerfired P-10C and the H&K VP9 has all controls on both sides without having to be switched. The diversity is there within the commercial market, and there is far more from 2017 than what little I have just covered. LEGISLATION ALERT Sportmen’s Heritage and Recreational Enhancement Act (SHARE Act – H.R. #3668, Duncan S.C.) – Features many pro-firearms related material including a “Hearing Protection Act” provision for deregulation of suppressor purchases. On Sept. 13, the bill was passed out of the Committee of Natural Resources with a vote of 22 to 13. If you want to see extended versions of these articles, then visit www. thearmednovelist.com. Questions or comments? Email thisistheline3@gmail.com.

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BUCKEYE FIREARMS REPORT Buckeye Firearms Association Joins Campaign to Save Ohio Shooting Ranges Unless something is done to upgrade and repair the state’s network of decaying public shooting ranges, Ohio’s 4 million gun owners will see declines in the availability of places to safely shoot, train, and sight in guns. To help address this growing problem, Buckeye Firearms Association (BFA) has joined forces with the Sportsmen’s Alliance and other leading sporting organizations and gun clubs in the Protect What’s Right Campaign. This campaign is designed to bring awareness to this issue and develop a strategy to address shortfalls in funding for shooting ranges and other issues. As part of its commitment to this project, the Buckeye Firearms Foundation made a two-year grant commitment to the project totaling $10,000. “This is a serious problem that affects all gun owners in Ohio,” said Dean Rieck, Executive Director of BFA. “To fully exercise your Second Amendment rights, we must have convenient access to safe, well-maintained shooting ranges. And as it stands, our aging public shooting ranges are in jeopardy.” The Ohio Division of Wildlife received $22 million in wildlife restoration funds in 2016. However, an in-depth analysis conducted by the Sportsmen’s Alliance revealed the shooting range problem to be much worse than

originally understood. The analysis revealed nearly $52 million in shooting range work needed over the next ten years. Earlier this year, BFA supported an effort to raise fees for hunting and fishing licenses which help fund these projects. The effort was successful, resulting in increases in non-resident hunting and fishing fees, and providing a portion of the badly needed funds. “Most gun owners don’t understand how funding works for Ohio’s public ranges,” said Rieck. “Ranges receive no money from the general fund in Ohio. They get their funding from the Division of Wildlife, which must spend funds on ranges then get reimbursed with matching federal funds.” Rieck said the irony is that available federal funds are growing because of the surge in gun sales over the last few years. However, the Division of Wildlife must pay 100% of the cost of range upgrades out-of-pocket before they can get 75% of those costs reimbursed from the fed. So if the Division can’t fully fund projects upfront, it loses matching federal funds to other states. At least 14 Ohio public ranges need repairs, maintenance, and upgrades, including Berlin State Park Archery Range, Deer Creek Range,

Delaware Shooting Range, Dillon State Park Range, Fernwood State Forest Range, Grand River Shooting Range, Harrison State Forest Shooting Range, Indian Creek Trap Range, Lake Milton State Park Archery Range, Maumee State Forest Archery Range, Tranquility Shooting Range, Rush Run Trap Range, Spring Valley Shooting Range, and Woodbury Shooting Range. Rieck said it’s time for all gun owners to start working together for their common good, regardless of their different interests. “Whether you’re a hunter, a sport shooting enthusiast, a concealed handgun license holder, or just a recreational shooter, ranges are a vital part of exercising your rights and continuing to enjoy your sporting traditions.”

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THUNDER ROADS OHIO FEATURE EVENT October 22, 2017 Walneck’s Motorcycle Swap Meet - Springfield Admission: $7 Vendor: $40 Clark County Fairgounds (Exit 59 off I70) Springfield, Ohio www.walneckswap.com/ October 22, 2017 Glass City MC @ H-D Central Ave. West of King Rd. Fall color tour lunch run No entry fee, sign up @11 am For more info call 419-666-8413, 419-450-1000, or 419-450-9445 October 28, 2017 Harley Halloween Bash Rubber City HD 1120 Main St. Cuyahoga Falls, OH For info Ally Buell 330-535-9900

CENTRAL OHIO EVENTS

October 28, 2017 Zeppes Annual Halloween Bash 11110 Kinsman Rd. Newbury, OH Costume Contest and Cash Prizes!

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www.facebook.com/zeppestavern or 440-564-1300 October 28, 2017 Haunt the House Event Powder Keg H-D 2383 Kings Center Ct. Mason, OH 45040 Bring your best Chili & Costumes! Winner receives a $100 gift card. Trick-or-treating for kids 123pm. 10% off all Willie G Parts & Accessories. Pancake breakfast @ 10am Chili contest @ 12 noon. For more info call 513-204-6962

SOUTHERN OHIO EVENTS MOTOCROSS/RACING EVENTS

October 29,2017 Sandusky Valley Riders Hare Scramble 2nd Annual Halloween Hare Scramble 232 County Highway 37 Sycamore, OH 44882 For more info 419-927-6686

November 5, 2017 - Turkey Run

THUNDER ROADS OHIO FEATURE EVENT November 5, 2017 Walneck’s Swap Meet Springfield Swap AND TRO Bike show! 4401 S. Charleston Pike Springfield, OH 45505 8am to 2pm at the Clark County Fairgrounds. Admission is $8 for the public. To vend, the fee is $40. For more info call Buzz (630) 985-2097

November 11, 2017 Veterans Of Valor Rubber City HD 1120 Main St. Cuyahoga Falls OH For info Ally Buell 330-535-9900

Mansfield Motorcycle Club Harescramble 3593 Cookton Grange Rd. Mansfield, OH Gates open at 8AM, $10 at the gate unless riding Contact info: 419-529-6561

December 3, 2017 - Toy Run

Visit us on Facebook for Mansfield Motorcycle Club more events and last minute Harescramble updates. www.facebook.com/ 3593 Cookton Grange Road, ThunderRoadsOhio

Mansfield, OH Gates open at 8am $10 at the gate unless riding Contact info: 419-529-6561

2MAN/4HOUR HARESCRAMBLE SUNDAY OCTOBER 15TH

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RECIPES

Pumpkin Cheese Ball Serves 10, Chilling Time: 20 minutes •

3 cups (12 ounces) finely shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

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2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened

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3 tablespoons sour cream

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1/2 teaspoon dry mustard

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1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce

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2 scallions (green onions), thinly sliced

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1 cup finely crushed cheese-flavored crackers

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2 gherkin pickles, for garnish

1. In a medium bowl, combine Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, dry mustard, pepper sauce, and scallions; mix until well combined. Cover and chill for 20 to 30 minutes. 2. Form cheese mixture into the shape of a pumpkin. Place cracker crumbs in a shallow dish. Roll cheese ball in crumbs, covering entire surface. Place on serving plate.

Vampire Sangria Serves 10 •

3 cups pomegranate juice

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1 (6-ounce) container frozen limeade concentrate, thawed

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1 (6-ounce) container frozen

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lemonade concentrate, thawed

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4 cups dry red wine

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2 cups cold water

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16 maraschino cherries

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1 lime, washed and cut into chunks

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1 orange, washed and cut into chunks

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Ice cubes

1. In a large pitcher, combine pomegranate juice, limeade and lemonade concentrates; add wine and stir until well combined. 2. Stir in remaining ingredients and serve in wine or tall icefilled glasses.

3. Place one pickle on top to form pumpkin stem. Slice remaining pickle to decorate face (see photo). Serve immediately, or cover and chill.

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FUNNY STUFF BECAUSE EVERYONE NEEDS A GOOD LAUGH NOW AND THEN...

Me and my girlfriend were going to a Halloween party last year and my girlfriend came down the stairs wearing nothing but boots. I asked her “What are you suppose to be?” She said, “Puss in boots.” So I went into the kitchen and put a potato on my johnson. When I came back out, she asked me, “What are you suppose to be?” I said, “If you can be puss in boots, then I can be a dictator...”

An extremely modest man was in the hospital for a series of tests, the last of which had left his system upset. Upon making several false-alarm trips to the bathroom he decided the latest was another and stayed put. He suddenly filled his bed with diarrhea and was embarrassed beyond his ability to remain rational. Losing his presence of mind, he jumped up, gathered up the bed sheets, and threw them out the hospital window. A drunk was walking by the hospital when the sheets landed on him. He started yelling, cursing, and swinging his arms wildly, which left the soiled sheets in a tangled pile at his feet. As the drunk stood there staring down at the sheets, a security guard who had watched the whole incident walked up and asked, “What the hell was that all about?” Still staring down, the drunk replied: “I think I just beat the shit out of a ghost!”

A woman, whose husband often came home drunk, decided to cure him of the habit. One Halloween night, she put on a devil suit and hid behind a tree to intercept him on the way home. When her husband came by, she jumped out and stood before him with her red horns, long tail, and pitchfork. “Who are you?” he asked. “I’m the Devil!” she responded. “Well, come on home with me,” he said, “I married your sister!” Two guys were roaring down the road on a motorcycle when the driver slowed up and pulled over. His leather jacket had a broken zipper, and he told his friend, “I can’t drive anymore with the air hitting me in the chest like that.” “Just put the jacket on backwards.” His friend advised. They continued down the road but around the next bend, they lost control and wiped out. A nearby farmer came upon the accident and ran to call the police. They asked him, “Are they showing any signs of life?” “Well,” the farmer explained, “the driver was until I turned his head around the right way!”

Q: Why didn’t the skeleton cross the road? A: He didn’t have any guts! Q: Why did the skeleton cross the road? A: To get to the body shop. Q: Why didn’t the skeleton go to the ball? A: Because he had no BODY to go with. Q: What did the little girl say when she had to choose between a tricycle and a candy bar? A: “Trike or Treat”? Q: What do you call a fat pumpkin? A: A plumpkin. Q: What room does a ghost not need? A: A living room! Q: Why are ghosts so bad at lying? A: Because you can see right through them! Q: Who did Frankenstein take to the dance? A: His “ghoul” friend! Q: Why is Superman’s costume so tight? A: Because he wears a size “S”.

Q: What do ghosts eat for supper? A: Spooketi

Q: What do ghosts use to wash their hair? A: Shamboo!

Q: What do you do when 50 zombies surround your house? A: Hope it’s Halloween!!

Q: Frankenstein: Witch can you make me a lemonade? A: Witch: Poof you are a lemonade!

Q: What is the most important subject a witch learns in school? A: Spelling.

Q: What do you get when you cross a witch with sand? A: A sandwich!

Q: Why didn’t the skeleton want to go to school? A: His heart wasn’t in it.

Q: What is a vampire’s favorite fruit? A: A nectarine!

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SPONSOR INDEX WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL OF OUR SPONSORS THAT HELP MAKE THIS MAGAZINE POSSIBLE. IT IS ONLY WITH THEIR SUPPORT AND COMMITMENT THAT WE CAN PRODUCE WHAT WE BELIEVE TO BE THE FINEST REGIONAL MOTORCYCLE PUBLICATION IN THE NATION. Abate of Ohio............................................................18 Abel Brown................................................................59 Action Sports Cycle...................................................69 Allstate Insurance.......................................................91 American Motorcyclist Association (AMA)........14-15 American Outlaw Tattoo...........................................55 American Road Motorclothes.................................. 76 Avon Boot Shop.........................................................75 B.G. Motorcycle........................................................69 Bair’s Powersports....................................................... 2 Balcer Performance...................................................70 Bears - Seat King.......................................................83 Bears Vintage Metals.................................................. 5 Beechmont Motorsports............................................69 Bent Wrench..............................................................70 Biker Central...............................................................75 Biker to Biker Consignment.......................................75 Bojangles Road House Inc.......................................39 Bostic Time.................................................................77 Brackens Pub..............................................................34 British Cycle Factory.................................................. 61 Brown, Koro & Romag LLC...............back cover, plus! Buzz Rag....................................................................89 Chalet Premier...........................................................69 Cinn City Choppers (Kustom Emporium).................72 Columbus Car & Audio............................ Inside Cover Corkys Thomastown Cafe.........................................68 Cornerstone Bar & Grill............................................77 Devil’s Staircase............................................46-48, 82 Disowned Customs....................................................70 Edwards Transport.....................................................75 Erie Street Leather......................................................69 Evolution Machine Cycle..........................................70 Find It now Security................................................... 11 Flickinger Legal Services...........................................49 FYS Motorsports........................................................69 Garage Bar................................................................26 Geico............................................................................ 3 Grand River Manor...................................................39 Greater Good Tattoo Company..............................63 Guardian Oil.............................................................. 74 Gyro Express Bar & Grill..........................................38 Hammers Barn & Grill...............................................77 Harvester....................................................................68 Heart and Soul..........................................................69

Hi Point Firearms (MKS supply)...............................67 Hillsboro Tavern.........................................................38 HMC Bike Lifts and Gas Caddies............................79 Hocking Hills Moonshine.......................................... 74 Hog Shop Cycles.......................................................69 I X Center (Piston Power Show)................................44 Indian of Northern Kentucky - CCM of KY.............12 Indian of Toledo.........................................................97 Inked Society Tattoo..................................................65 Iron and Ink................................................................52 Iron Horse Campgrounds.........................................72 Iron Horse Saloon Biketoberfest.............................. 17 Iron Pony ( Pony Powersports Group).....................6-7 Iron Pony Saloon.......................................................68 Jim’s Harley-Davdison...............................................70 Jimmy T’s.....................................................................68 Johnny’s .....................................................................34 King Sportsman.........................................................77 Knuckleheads Performance Cycles..........................69 Knuckleheads Saloon...............................................34 Link Racing LLC..........................................................70 Lonestar......................................................................19 Main Street Studios II................................................63 Mansfield Motorcycle Club......................................89 MAPS..........................................................................34 Motorsports of Dayton..............................................70 Motosports MD.........................................................70 Mugg Shotz...............................................................59 Nelson Rigg...............................................................37 North Side Saloon....................................................76 Old 30 BBQ..............................................................33 Original Margaritaville.............................................27 Paddy Wagon Pub....................................................59 Pale Horse Kustoms...................................................70 Penn-Ohio Cycles......................................................72 Porch Bar & Grill........................................................68 Portage Industrial Floors........................................... 74 Powder Keg Harley-Davidson..................................86 Pro-Action Suspension & Motors..............................81 QS&L Austintown.......................................................37 QS&L Boardman.......................................................38 QS&L Cortland..........................................................39 QS&L Medina............................................................54 QS&L Sharon.............................................................95 QS&L Sheffield..........................................................55

QS&L Valley View.....................................................33 QS&L Vermilion......................................................... 21 Quaker Steak & Lube Sharon Bike Show................45 Rattlesnake Hill Sporting Goods..............................68 Red Neck Hydro........................................................71 Renegade Gentleman...............................................71 Rick Roush..................................................................70 Riverside Pub..............................................................77 Rod Iron Crew Inc......................................................80 Rounders Lounge.......................................................68 Royle Insurance..........................................................69 RUSS BROWN..................................back cover, plus! Sassy’s........................................................................43 Shale Tavern & Grill..................................................68 Sierra Electronics.......................................................83 Simpson Performance.................................................. 1 Skidmark Garage......................................................76 Sons of Arthritis.......................................................... 74 South East Gears & Cheers......................................93 Sparkys American Motorcycles...............................73 State of Ohio (Motorcycle Ohio).............................16 Steel City ...................................................................38 Stitch Tech...................................................................91 Summit Lounge...........................................................76 Tackett’s BBQ.............................................................68 The Barn.....................................................................59 The Mason Jar...........................................................77 The Rusty Nail............................................................68 Thiels Wheels......................................................45, 85 Throttle-Up Motorsports............................................70 TNT Bar......................................................................68 Toledo Harley-Davidson....................................72, 89 Toledo Tattoo Company...........................................75 Toyz Cycle Center..................................................... 74 Trailer Time.................................................................75 Tri-City Tavern.............................................................59 Triple Nickel Saloon..................................................76 Veteran’s Crisis Line...................................................91 Walneck’s...................................................................89 Western Reserve Harley-Davidson...........................23 Western Reserve Motorcycle Club..........................23 Whitehorse Biker Church..........................................71 Zeppe’s Pizza............................................................29

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