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Once again we’ve teamed up with our friends at Ohio Bike Week to produce a comprehensive guide to the biggest motorcycle event in the Midwest. We are proud of this partnership for a lot of reasons and pleased to serve as The Official Rally Guide. If you’ve never been to Ohio Bike Week, I’d encourage you to come on out and discover what it’s all about. Regardless of what you ride and how you like to ride it - chances are that there’s something for you! Our passion is for riding and the sense of freedom that we get while flying down the road, trail, or through the air. We hope that Thunder Roads Ohio serves as a resource for those that love to ride - whatever their make or model. In this edition of Thunder Roads Ohio we’ve also tried a few new things and introduce a few new friends. You may notice that the magazine is organized a little differently this month. We’ve made an effort to sort the notices and some of the content by region. This isn’t an exact science, but we are looking to localize some portions of the magazine. We’ve also introduced a new sponsor listing in the back. This is essentially an index to the sponsors within the magazine. It should help everyone find their way around and quickly get to that notice they are looking for. For some time now, it’s been my goal to develop a regular focus on off-road riding and competitive racing within the magazine. I believe that this creates an exciting aspect to the magazine that is new to many street readers. As a parent, it also excites me to the possibilities for our younger generations. What better to combat the complacency that seems to be taking over our society - then motocross? Can an x-box even compete with the chance to ride through the woods on a 50? I can’t imagine. Last month we announced a new partnership with Competition Riders of America to develop racing content and promote their series. This month we build upon this with the introduction of new track partnerships including Dayton Motorcycle Club, Lightning Raceway, and the Amherst Meadowlarks. These aren’t just advertisers - they are partners. And we look forward to seeing more and more of you at the tracks as the summer progresses. Even if you’ve never been to a motocross or racing event before - we’d encourage you come out and discover the competitive side of our sport!

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From the Publisher.............................................................................................3 Road Tales..........................................................................................................6 Custom Feature: CB750 Cafe Racer................................................................... 12 ABATE Update................................................................................................... 18 H-D® Garage Parties.......................................................................................28 Ohio Bike Week Official Rally Guide..................................................................32 Ohio Bike Week Show.......................................................................................58 Wall of Death...................................................................................................64 Thunder Cam OBW 2012...................................................................................69 Custom Feature: 1976 KZ400............................................................................78 Center Calendar...............................................................................................80 2013 Buckeye Thunder Run..............................................................................82 Fire & Ice Feature.............................................................................................90 Vets Corner.......................................................................................................92 Poker Run 101: Getting Started.........................................................................94 David Uhl “Sly Hill Showdown”...................................................................... 100 Thunder Paws® ........................................................................................... 105 Competition Riders of America........................................................................ 110 ATV Motocross 101: First Trip to the Track.........................................................112 Shop 101.........................................................................................................119 Iron and Ink™................................................................................................. 122 Tabasco Report............................................................................................... 125 Buckeye Firearms Report................................................................................ 128 Live Music Listings.......................................................................................... 131 Biker Friendly Directory.................................................................................. 133 Thunder Roads® Marketplace....................................................................... 138 Joker’s Wild................................................................................................... 150 Motorcycle Events........................................................................................... 152 Bike Night Listings.......................................................................................... 158

On the cover... TRO Photographer Bob Mazur shot Ashley on the SEMA Bike from Power Sport Institute.

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The Iron Cowboy Thunder Roads Ohio heads to Sturgis

August 7. Rob Zombie, on tour following the April 2013 release of his new album, will take the stage after Mastodon and Machine Head rile up the crowd during the 2013 Sturgis motorcycle rally. The Buffalo Chip already has an amazing lineup of artists this year - including Toby Keith, ZZ Top, The Cult, and Kid Rock. Visit www.BuffaloChip.Com for summer music festival information and campground admission passes.

The Group Ride This issue of Thunder Roads Ohio has literally hundreds of announcements and notices regarding rides and runs. Riding with a group, especially in a larger formation, can be an exciting experience. However, it can be a bit more challenging then simply riding by yourself. The following suggestions are from the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (r) - and are great considerations to remember.

This year, the Thunder Roads Ohio crew will head back once again to Sturgis to cover the largest motorcycle event in the world. Sturgis is an incredible experience like no other rally or event - a blending of incredible riding experiences, brotherhood with riders from around the world, and a little bit of partying... And as luck would have it, we have a new partner to announce - the legendary Buffalo Chip. Thunder Roads Ohio is pleased to welcome the Sturgis Buffalo Chip as a new sponsor and partner with magazine. Since 1981, the Sturgis Buffalo Chip has developed into an incredible destination for riders from all corners of the globe. Set on 580 acres, three miles east of Sturgis, the Buffalo Chip is a festival experience like no other. It really is a rally unto itself, but of course it’s in the midst of the Black Hills Rally drawing over a half million bikers into some of the most beautiful riding destinations in our nation. We will be posting more and more information about Sturgis over the upcoming months - including updates such as the following from our friends in the area.

Motorcycling is primarily a solo activity, but for many, riding as a group -- whether with friends on a Sunday morning ride or with an organized motorcycle rally -- is the epitome of the motorcycling experience. Here are some tips to help ensure a fun and safe group ride: Arrive prepared. Arrive on time with a full gas tank. Hold a riders’ meeting. Discuss things like the route, rest and fuel stops, and hand signals (See chart page 8). Assign a lead and sweep (tail) rider. Both should be experienced riders who are well-versed in group riding procedures. The leader should assess everyone’s riding skills and the group’s riding style.

Keep the group to a manageable size, ideally five to seven riders. If necessary, break the group into smaller sub-groups, each with a lead and sweep rider. Ride prepared. At least one rider in each group should pack a cell phone, first-aid kit, and full tool kit, so the group is prepared for any problem that they might encounter. Ride in formation. The staggered riding formation (see diagram below) allows a proper space cushion between motorcycles so that each rider has enough time and space to maneuver and to react to hazards. The leader rides in the left third of the lane, while the next rider stays at least one second behind in the right third of the lane; the rest of the group follows the same pattern. A single-file formation is preferred on a curvy road, under conditions of poor visibility or poor road surfaces, entering/leaving highways, or other situations where an increased space cushion or maneuvering room is needed.

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Avoid side-by-side formations, as they reduce the space cushion. If you suddenly needed to swerve to avoid a hazard, you would not have room to do so. You don’t want handlebars to get entangled. Periodically check the riders following in your rear view mirror. If you see a rider falling behind, slow down so they may catch up. If all the riders in the group use this technique, the group should be able to maintain a fairly steady speed without pressure to ride too fast to catch up.

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If you’re separated from the group, don’t panic. Your group should have a pre-planned procedure in place to regroup. Don’t break the law or ride beyond your skills to catch up. For mechanical or medical problems, use a cell phone to call for assistance as the situation warrants. Most importantly, in my book - be aware of who you’re riding with! It’s an unfortunate fact that not everyone that owns a motorcycle is a brother and some are folks that you probably don’t want to ride that close to. Be very aware of those around you at all times. They may not be as aware of their surroundings, might be inexperienced, or possibly even impaired (ie., a few too many). An unsafe rider is yet another hazard that you need to be watch out for on the road. We’ve included the MSF chart of hand signals on the next page for your convenience.

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CB750 Cafe Racer Geoff Baldwin, Thunder Roads Contributor: ReturnoftheCafeRacers.com

Last year the Cafe Racer scene was buzzing with the news that Dime City Cycles were building a custom motorcycle to giveaway, the bike they built was this Honda CB750 they named Mabel. Mabel was built by Herm and Jason at Dime City Cycle HQ in Florida and was handed over to a lucky New Yorker by the Iron & Air Magazine team at the 2012 Barber festival. I got in touch with Jason and he gave me the low down on how Mabel the Honda CB750 Cafe Racer came together... 12

I could say that the bike selection was due to the fact that the CB750 is the most iconic bike...blah blah blah but who am I kidding! We had about 10 bikes worth of 750 parts here and it just made sense. Plus, Herm and I really wanted to build a 750 as we hadn’t done one yet.” As it turns out Mabel is the perfect “how to” template if you’re wanting to build your own CB750 Cafe Racer. As Jason went on to tell me, most of the bike was made using bolt on parts from the DCC catalogue so I’ve taken the liberty of including links through to the DCC store where relevant. Mabel started out as a rusty old ‘78 Honda CB750 K that Herm picked up for a bargain. Before anyone could even think about raising an argument for restoration the CB was stripped down to a few buckets of parts and a sorry looking frame. The rear end of the frame was sliced off and replaced with a DCC weld on rear loop to allow for the fitment of a Legendary Motorcycle Thruxton Seat w/ DCC Originals Cushion . The Honda fuel tank was replaced by a Legendary Motorcycles Manx Tank with Monza Cap and was painted along with the seat in a Dime City Cycles red and black paint scheme by Moe Colors. Mabels rims are stock CB units wrapped in fresh Avon rubber but DCC re-laced them with fresh stainless steel spokesbefore powder coating them gloss black along with the detagged and cleaned frame.

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Electrics were upgraded with the addition of a Dyna Electronic Ignition, programmed to deliver optimum performance from Mabel’s Keihin CR Racing Carbs and Performance Tuned 4-into-1 Exhaust System. Positioning Mabel’s rider correctly for Ton Up riding was done by swapping out the CB’s stock pegs for DCC Original Rearsets and by replacing the stock bars with DCC “Speed” Bars fitted with Nissin Controls and 2.5” Mini Gauges. Handling improvements come from front and rear Progressive Suspension with 2” shorter fork tubes and a 7-way Adjustable Steering Damper to avoid nasty surprises when exiting the twistys. Mabel also features a long list of Dime City Cycle upgrades such as fresh cables and fuel lines, new lighting, velocity stacks, plenty of polishing and some sweet details like a Dime set into the top clamp retaining bolt. “The aim of the Mabel build was to create a bike that had the had the fit and finish of all our high end custom builds using as many off the DCC shelf parts as possible vs. making custom ones. This way we could show our customers what they could build in there own garage. There’s nothing majorly complex or difficult on Mabel, the most difficult thing was the rear brake (it’s cable drive, not linkage) in the end, we wanted to convey that gorgeous custom builds can be done with off the shelf parts too for those who might not have all the high end fab skills.”

“When you encounter that one obnoxious squid on a GSX-R 600, you can merely slide back a tad in the saddle, down-shift a gear or two and leave him in the dust – shocked by the fact that an old classic just ate his modern power ranger cycle for breakfast.”

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LEGISLATIVE UPDATE

MAY 2013

At this point in the legislative session our legislators are busy working on the Operating Budget for the year. Rep. Al Landis has submitted one of our issues to be included in the budget. He has included clarification on how motorcycles may be parked in parallel parking spaces. Last session the Transportation Budget allowed motorcycles to back into angled parking spaces. The current law makes no exceptions for motorcycles to park any differently than any other vehicle in a parallel space. Technically motorcycles are permitted to park parallel to the curb in a parallel spot, just like a car would. Rep. Landis has submitted verbiage that permits motorcycles to park perpendicular in a parallel space with either tire towards curb. It also permits more than one motorcycle to park in a nonmetered parking space if space is available. We are also working on permitting non-audio hearing protection to be legal while operating a motor vehicle. Section 4511.84 of the Ohio Revised Code prohibits earphones or earplugs to be used by the operator of a motor vehicle. The law appears to be aimed at outlawing headphones for listening devices. There is no exception in the law for hearing protection. There was a case in Fulton County Ohio last September of a motorcycle rider being ticketed for wearing foam ear plugs while operating a motorcycle. This offense carries a 2 point penalty on the driver’s license. The “offender” is a CDL holder so the 2 points is a very big deal to him or anyone else found guilty of protecting their hearing with ear plugs. Rep. Landis brought this issue up as a possible Operations Budget issue. There was some debate about including this issue for a couple of reasons. The first reason was that it was not specifically a “budget” issue. The second reason was that motorcyclists could protect their hearing by wearing a full face helmet with a face shield. The decision was to not include the ear plug in the budget because of the debates. In the Fulton County ear plug case no judgment has been decided. An expert from the EAR Hearing Protection Company offered testimony that even with a full faced helmet; the noise level of wind was high enough to require hearing protection to protect the ears. The final ruling in Fulton County case could be critical in clarifying this issue. Rep. Green has submitted to Ohio’s law writing service (LSC) a bill to set up training for certified road guards in Ohio. We will work on this legislation, ear plugs, and increasing penalties for people who seriously injure or kill other motorists after the budget is complete. If you would like to discuss this in person with me one-on-one, my email address is legislativedirector@abate.com. My phone is 937-987-2396. You could also attend an ABATE of Ohio, Inc. BOD meeting the second Saturday of the month. I will also be at June Jam this year. I usually end up around the fire discussing the issues with members. Come join in. I want to represent what the members of ABATE of Ohio want. I can only do that if I hear from you. Regards, Scott “Woody” Wood Government Relations Director ABATE of Ohio, Inc. 18

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The Harley-Davidson Garage Parties ®

Answers for women that are considering riding.

By Jinx Thunder Roads Ohio

s much as I love and adore my husband and the closeness that being on the back of the bike with him brings, I myself have often thought about giving up the comfort and security of the passenger seat and taking up the reigns on the front of the bike and taking charge of my own destiny, riding beside my husband, looking over at him and seeing the mirror of my smile reflected in his, instead of sitting behind him, looking at the back of his head. I’m sure many of you ladies have had this same thought, and along with that thought comes a slew of others thoughts, worries and questions, I’m sure. Well girls, I have news for you! There is help out there, yes, there is! And it’s FREE!!! I recently had the opportunity to attend the Women’s Garage Party at Century Harley-Davidson in Medina. Since Harley first introduced this event in 2005, Century has hosted Garage Parties for hundreds of women riders and this event just keeps growing. It seems as though the amount of women taking over the saddle is on an increasing uprise. Currently, women represent one of the fastest growing markets for Harley-Davidson, and 1 in 10 licensed riders are Women! This free after hours event is held every six months, and is a women’s only event hosted to help guide those who are interested in learning to ride their own motorcycle and have a bunch of questions that they may be wary of asking their significant others or their male friends for fear of being laughed at (because we all know the male species were just born with their vast knowledge of all things motorcycle related and never had to ask any questions... yeah right!) My girlfriend Kristie and I have been “joking” with our husbands for some time now about learning to ride, and getting our own bikes, so when I was asked to attend this event, I called her up and said, this is perfect for us, let’s go! We didn’t quite know what to expect, so let me tell you a little about the Women’s Garage Party. If you’ve been thinking about riding, but have lots of quests and no one to answer them - this may be just the thing for you. You may finally get answers to all of your questions! When you walk into the dealership, you are cheerfully greeted by some of the lovely staff, there you sign in and receive a goody bag with a number on it. There is time before the event starts to mingle with the other ladies in attendance, with a table full of food and an assortment of drinks like soda, water, beer & wine mingling should not be difficult. Remember, you are all there for the same reason, don’t be afraid to chat with everyone. They start by dividing you into small groups, hence the number 28

on your bag. First, my group was directed to the service department where they explained the “easy” way to get the bike off the kickstand and the proper way to pick up a bike if you were ever to go down. They demonstrated on a Heritage Softail Classic, which is considered a mid-weight bike, they laid it on it’s side and anyone who was willing to try was able to pick it up. It’s actually looks scarier than it is. Even the tiniest woman in our group was able to pick the bike up with ease. They answered any and every question thrown at them, never once making any of us feel that we were “stupid” for asking. Ding, the bell chimes and we wrap up in service and are directed to the sales floor where the salesmen answered all the questions about every type of bike Harley makes and which bikes are more popular than others and which are better for women. They explained how to tell the difference between some of the bikes. In the Dyna family, the shocks are on the outside, and in the Softail family, the suspension is under it. Turns out, anything in the Softail family are not only the most popular with Women riders, it’s what seems to suit them best, especially those with a shorter inseam. But if you are making that choice to become a rider, the choice of bike is ultimately yours and no one else’s. Isn’t this part of your decision to ride anyway, to be able to make your own choices! Go on now, go pick out your bike! Next up, my favorite section in the Century dealership, as most of you will agree, Motorclothes! Here not only will you find that cute tank top that you just have to have or that full rhinestone Harley belt that is sure to sparkle in the summer sun, but you will also find some very knowledgeable staff to help you with all of your essential riding gear. For those of you that are freeze babies, like myself, there is the 3 in 1 leather, with it’s zip out hoodie and full venting to the armor pockets to keep you protected should you ever go down, lighter weight fall leathers and an even lighter spring leather, all with all of the same protection options. The Harley Motorclothes staff will help you find the perfect riding boots that not only look fabulous but are just right for you and your bike. And of course helmets, not everyone agrees on the helmet issue, but fortunately we live in a right to wear State, so whether or not you want to wear a helmet, that choice is once again yours. But, for those of you who may not know, in the State of Ohio, a newly endorsed motorcycle rider must wear a helmet for the first year of riding, so you will have to purchase one and these gals in Motorclothes will help you pick the right style, shape and size for you. You can choose between the three styles, 1/2, 3/4 or a full face helmet. Some are plain, some have great

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“girly” graphics on them as well. Now finally, on to the Parts Department, this is where my husband spends most of his time while I am shopping for that new must have tank top. But now that you have made the choice to own and ride your own Harley, this may very well be where you will be spend quite a bit of your time. Because, every single bike is fully customizable. That’s right girls, you do not have to ride out of there full stock if you don’t want to. They can help you with anything from front tire to the rear tire, even with the height of your bike, if it’s just slightly too tall for you, you can have it reduced between 2 sizes, 1/2” or 1” reduction. Handlebars feel “weird” to you? No problem, they even have some on display for you to try out. The guys there can help you with it all, from helping you choose, to ordering it for you! So even though Kristie and I are “married” to the Motorcycle world in which both of our husband’s are Motorcycle Technicians and have filled our brain’s with the in’s & out’s of a Motorcycle, we still came out that evening with a whole new perspective and a lot more knowledge about riding our own motorcycle. I feel privileged to have attended this highly insightful event at Century Harley-Davidson. We enjoyed it so much, we have since signed up to take our Motorcycle Safety Course to become newly endorsed WOMEN RIDERS! So what makes you want to ride? From my evening at Century Harley-Davidson’s Ladie’s Garage party, I heard a lot of different answers from the women there. I found that no answer was the same and each answer came from the heart. Just as no question that was Jinx n Josh asked that night was the same. But does it really matter why you want to ride? I don’t believe so. What matters is how it makes you feel. Get in the wind and ride!! If you’ve considered riding on your own - be sure to keep an eye out and sign up for the next Lady’s Garage party at Century Harley-Davidson or a dealer near you. You don’t want to miss it! Thunder Roads® Magazine OHIO

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5:00pm Quaker Steak and Lube – Sheffield Lake Ohio Bike Week Kick-off Party – Featuring ‘The End’ – All Access Pass / Ticket Giveaways

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Mad River H-D / OBW Box Office and Info Booth – Open – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky 9:00am Roeder Racing – Wild Bill’s Concessions with Daily food specials, Music and Pub 94 – Open 9:00am Mad River H-D DAILY RIDE – “The 6 on Rte. 6 tour” – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky – FREE – www.madriverharley.com 11:00am The Pump Bar & Grill - OPEN - Rte 2 & Rte 4, Sandusky – Instant Bingo Tickets, Cheap Food and Happy Hour until 7pm 2:00pm Mad River H-D Vendor Lot – OPEN – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky 2:00pm “Yuengling Saloon and Mad River Stage” – OPEN – $2 Happy Hour until 4pm 3:00pm CMA - Blessing of the Bikes - Mad River H-D – 5316 Milan Road – Sandusky 4:00pm Roeder Racing / Pub 94 Kick Off Party Wild Bill’s FREE Hog Roast; until gone – Live Music, Bonfire – www.roederracing.com 4:00pm Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – OPEN – 101 Shoreline Dr., Sandusky – $2 Happy Hour until 6pm 4:00pm Canton Biker Boys Stunt Team – Mad River H-D – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky 5:00pm Ladies Mixer – hosted by “Ladies of Harley” Welcome Reception – Door Prizes – Yuengling Saloon and Mad River Stage 5:00pm Ride To Toledo Harley Davidson’s, Queensryche Concert – Leaves Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr., Sandusky 5:00pm Dan Fester – Incredible Acoustic – Yuengling Saloon and Mad River Stage 5:30pm Funcoast.com: Battle of the Bands – Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr., Sandusky 6:00pm Queensryche in Concert – Toledo area OBW “Kick Start Party” – with ‘When Minds Collide’ and other Live Music – Toledo Harley Davidson – 7960 W Central Ave., Toledo (AAP includes VIP Ticket) 6:00pm Canton Biker Boys Stunt Team – Mad River H-D – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky 6:00pm Turn & Cough Band – The Orginal Margaritaville – Rte. 2 & Rt.e 6, Sandusky 7:00pm Brooklyn “232” – Live Music – Pier 684 (On the water) – Battery Park Marina – Water St. & Meigs St., Downtown Sandusky 8:00pm “Ladies of Harley” Sunset / Lighthouse Ride – Stop at lighthouse for group picture – Mad River H-D – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky 8:00pm Canton Biker Boys Stunt Team – Mad River H-D – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky 8:00pm Ladies Night with DJ Tate – South East Gears & Cheers – 23333 Aurora Rd., Bedford Heights, OH 9:00pm Tony Twine – Acoustic – Yuengling Saloon and Mad River Stage 10:00pm Thunderstruck - AC / DC Tribute –– Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr., Sandusky 12:00am All Access Pass Contest – Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr., Sandusky Also Check out: Comfort Inn – Tiki Bar – 5909 Milan Rd., Sandusky

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Saturday, June 1st 2013 9:00am 4th annual Fox Hole – Official Ohio Bike Week Swap Meet – Music & Beer Fox Cycle Works – 1011 Fremont Ave (Rte 6 & Rte 2), Sandusky 9:00am Mad River H-D / OBW Box Office and Info Booth – OPEN – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

9:00am Mad River H-D – DAILY RIDE: Make - A - Wish Poker Run – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky Registration til 2pm – $20 Per Bike (All proceeds go to Make-A-Wish); Last Bike in 7pm – Stops: Margaritaville, Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon, Jimmy Bukketts, Terry’s Tavern, Dock’s Beach House – $1000 Cash Prizes – Get a Make-A-Wish pin 9:00am

10:00am Huron County Firefighters Memorial 9/11 Poker Run – Starts & Ends at Roeder Racing! Registrations starts at 10a $20 per rider; $10 Passenger – see www.roederracing.com for details

11:00am Canton Biker Boys Stunt Team – Mad River H-D – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky 11:00am Yuengling Saloon at Mad River and Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – OPEN

11:00am The Pump Bar & Grill - OPEN - Rte. 2 & Rte. 4, Sandusky – Instant Bingo Tickets, Cheap Food and Happy Hour until 7pm 1:00pm

Canton Biker Boys Stunt Team – Mad River H-D – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

1:00pm

Sneaky Pete Band – The Original Margaritaville – Rte. 2 & Rte. 6, Sandusky

2:00pm

Dan Fester – Incredible Acoustic – Yuengling Saloon at Mad River – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

2:00pm

Mike Risner – Incredible Acoustic - Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr., Downtown Sandusky

3:00pm

Roeder Racing – Wild Bill’s Concessions with Daily food specials, Music and Pub 94 – OPEN

Canton Biker Boys Stunt Team – Mad River H-D – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

5:00pm

Yuengling Saloon and Mad River Stage - VIP / AAP Area OPEN Free Munchies – Until gone… 5:00pm Tight Wadd Band - PRE CONCERT PARTY - The Pump Bar & Grill – Rte. 2 & Rte. 4, Sandusky 5:00pm Canton Biker Boys Stunt Team – Mad River H-D – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky 5:30pm SKID ROW in CONCERT - “Funcoast people’s Choice Winner” Doors Open – “Yuengling Saloon and Mad River Stage”– 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky (AAP includes VIP ticket) - GA Tickets: $10 Advance 6:00pm 3rd Degree Band - Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr., Downtown Sandusky 6:00pm Electrik Circus Band – The Original Margaritaville – Rte. 2 & Re.t 6, Sandusky 7:00pm Canton Biker Boys Stunt Team – Mad River H-D – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky 7:00pm John Marchion – Live Music – Pier 684 (On the water) – Battery Park Marina – Water St. & Meigs St., Downtown Sandusky 7:15pm SKID ROW in CONCERT - “Funcoast People’s Choice Winner” Opening Band – “Yuengling Saloon and Mad River Stage”– 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky (AAP includes VIP ticket) - GA Tickets: $10 Advance 8:00pm Summer Concert Series with Live Music – South East Gears & Cheers – 23333 Aurora Rd., Bedford Heights, OH 9:00pm SKID ROW in CONCERT – Yuengling Saloon & Mad River Stage – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky (AAP includes VIP ticket) GA Tickets: $10 Advance/ $15 Door 9:00pm Rutherford County Band (Country) – Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr., Downtown Sandusky 10:30pm Josh Boyd – Yuengling Saloon and Mad River Stage – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky Also Check Out:

Put-in-Bay – Rally on the Rock (see www.rallyontherock.com for details) Comfort Inn – Tiki Bar - 5909 Milan Rd., Sandusky

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Sunday, June 2nd, 2013

9:00am 4th annual Fox Hole – Official Ohio Bike Week Swap Meet – Music & Beer Fox Cycle Works – 1011 Fremont Ave (Rte 6 & Rte 2), Sandusky 9:00am

Mad River H-D / OBW Box Office and Info Booth – OPEN – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

9:00am Free Pancake Breakfast (until gone…) – Mad River Harley-Davidson

9:00am

Roeder Racing – Wild Bill’s Concessions with Daily food specials, Music and Pub 94 – Open

9:00am Mad River H-D DAILY RIDE: “Wooden Nickle Rally Ride” – Merry-Go-Round Museum Dice Run – Ride to: Seneca Caverns, Hayes Presidential Center, Mon Ami Winery, Toft’s Dairy, Merry-go-Round Museum – $10 per bike & $5 for additional game card; Registration 9am - 10:30am at 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky; First bike out at 9:30am, last bike out at 10:30am – Last Bike in at 5pm at Museum – Free Museum Tours – Winner announced at 5:30pm – see www.madriverharley.com for details

10:00am Classic Car Show – ALL Hotrods and Classics Welcome – NO Registration fee – Mad River Harley-Davidson – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

11:00am CMA – Non–Denominational Prayer Service – Mad River Stage – Mad River H-D – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

11:00am The Pump Bar & Grill - OPEN - Rte. 2 & Rte. 4, Sandusky – Instant Bingo Tickets, Cheap Food and Happy Hour until 7pm 11:00am Yuengling Saloon at Mad River and Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – OPEN 11:00am Canton Biker Boys Stunt Team – Mad River H-D – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

1:00pm 1:00pm

6th Annual Blessing of the Bikes and B.A.A.N.C. Owen Barker Memorial Poker Run – Knuckleheads Saloon – Rte. 2 & Rye Beach Rd., Huron Canton Biker Boys Stunt Team – Mad River H-D – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

1:00pm Armstrong Bearcat Band – Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr., Downtown Sandusky 2:00pm

Rolling Hams Band – The Original Margaritaville – Rte. 2 & Rte. 6, Sandusky

2:00pm Blackberry SMOKE Country Sunday Begins with The Roadhouse Band – Mad River H-D – Yuengling Saloon at Mad River Stage – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky 3:00pm

Canton Biker Boys Stunt Team – Mad River H-D – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

4:30pm

Dan Fester – Incredible Acoustic – Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr., Downtown Sandusky

5:00pm Blackberry SMOKE Country Sunday with Rodney Parker and Liberty Beach – Yuengling Saloon and Mad River Stage – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky 5:00pm

Canton Biker Boys Stunt Team – Mad River H-D – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

7:00pm

Canton Biker Boys Stunt Team – Mad River H-D – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

7:20pm Blackberry SMOKE Country Sunday with Dave James & Twang Factor Yuengling Saloon and Mad River Stage – 5316 Milan Rd. Sandusky (AAP includes VIP ticket) - GA Tickets: $15 Advance 8:00pm

COMMANDER CODY in Concert - Marbletucky Inn – 189 Bridge Rd (SR 269) – Marblehead, OH see www.marbletuckyinn.com to confirm times and details

8:30pm Blackberry SMOKE in Concert – Yuengling Pavilion and Mad River Saloon – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky - (AAP includes VIP ticket) GA Tickets: $15 Advance 9:00pm

Live Music - Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr., Downtown Sandusky

Also Check Out:

Put-in-Bay – Rally on the Rock (see www.rallyontherock.com for details) Comfort Inn – Tiki Bar - 5909 Milan Rd., Sandusky

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Monday, June 3rd, 2013

Mad River H-D / OBW Box Office and Info Booth – OPEN – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky Roeder Racing – Wild Bill’s Concessions with Daily food specials, Music and Pub 94 – OPEN 10:00am Mad River H-D - DAILY RIDE – “HD times 3” Ride 5316 Milan Rd. – see www.madriverharley.com for details 11:00am Mad River H-D - Harley-Davidson DEMO Rides 5316 Milan Rd. – until 4pm 11:00am Yuengling Saloon at Mad River – OPEN 11:00am The Pump Bar & Grill - OPEN - Rte. 2 & Rte. 4, Sandusky – Instant Bingo Tickets, Cheap Food and Happy Hour until 7pm 4:00pm Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – OPEN 5:00pm Bud Light Thunder Run for Bud Light Giveaway – Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr., Sandusky 8:00pm Mike Risner – Incredible Acoustic – Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr., Sandusky 9:00pm Classic Biker Films – Yuengling Saloon at Mad River – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky Also Check Out: Comfort Inn – Tiki Bar - 5909 Milan Rd., Sandusky

Tuesday, June 4th, 2013 8:00am Mad River H-D - FREE DOUGHNUTS & JUICE – Until Gone…

8:00am Mad River H-D DAILY RIDE – “The Central Automotive – Mansfield Reformatory Ride” – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky – Registration begins at 8am; Kickstands up at 9am – FREE Ride – Prison Tour $10 9:00am 9:00am

Mad River H-D / OBW Box Office and Info Booth – OPEN – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky Roeder Racing – Wild Bill’s Concessions with Daily food specials, Music and Pub 94 – Open

11:00am Yuengling Saloon at Mad River – OPEN

11:00am The Pump Bar & Grill - OPEN - Rte. 2 & Rte. 4, Sandusky – Instant Bingo Tickets, Cheap Food and Happy Hour until 7pm 4:00pm

Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – Open – 101 Shoreline Dr., Downtown Sandusky

5:00pm South East Gears & Cheers Restaurant and Grill presents The Ohio Bike Week – Jesse James Bourbon Bash – Personal Appearance and Bourbon Bottle Signing by Jesse James Dupree Featuring The Nigel Dupree Band – 23333 Aurora Rd., Bedford Heights, Ohio – FREE ADMISSION – GREAT FOOD !! Summer Bike Night Kick-off!

5:00pm Rolling Bike Night at Yuengling Saloon at Mad River with FREE CONCERT by JOSH BOYD – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

5:00pm Bud Light Thunder Run for Bud Light Giveaway – Yuengling Saloon at Mad River – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

5:30pm Fox Cycle Works – Bike Week Bukkett’s Ride – To Jimmy Bukketts and Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon

8:00pm Mike Risner – Incredible Acoustic – Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr, Downtown Sandusky

Wednesday, June 5th, 2013

9:00am

Mad River H-D / OBW Box Office and Info Booth – OPEN – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

9:00am

Roeder Racing – Wild Bill’s Concessions with Daily food specials, Music and Pub 94 – Open

9:00am Mad River H-D DAILY RIDE – “Kelleys Island Poker Run Ride” – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky – Registration 9a -10a – Kickstands up at 10am – INCLUDES FREE FERRY RIDE !!

10:00am Kelleys Island Poker Run – Kelleys Island Ferry / The Casino on KI – MOTORCYCLES AND RIDER(S) FREE ON KI FERRY

11:00am The Pump Bar & Grill - OPEN - Rte. 2 & Rte. 4, Sandusky – Instant Bingo Tickets, Cheap Food and Happy Hour until 7pm

11:00am Kelleys Island Dice Run Registration – Bag The Moon Saloon – Kelley Island – Sign up until 1pm – cost $10 – Ending at Casino on KI – Cash Prizes and Gift Baskets – Last bike in 3:30p 2:00pm

Burnt River Band – Kelleys Island – The Casino

3:00pm FREE BEER (Band) – Lake Wilmer Bar & Grill – 5012 Campbell St., Sandusky, OH 44840 4:00pm

Jack Daniel’s Barrel House Saloon – OPEN

5:00pm Mad River H-D - Mad River HOG Biker Games – Keg Roll & Slow Race – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky – WIN PRIZES!

5:00pm Bud Light Power Poker Run for Bud Light Giveaway – Erie KAI Tavern – 4903 East Cleveland Rd., Huron

5:00pm Josh Boyd Band - PRE CONCERT PARTY The Pump Bar & Grill – Rte. 2 & Rte. 4, Sandusky

6:30pm Mad River H-D DAILY RIDE – “Vermilion Quaker Steak & Lube Night” – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky – FREE Ride – Registration at 4pm 6:30pm

Dan Fester - Incredible Acoustic – Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon –

101 Shoreline Dr., Downtown Sandusky

8:00pm Ekoostik Hookah in Concert – with Dan Fester Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – 101 East Shoreline Dr., Sandusky – General Admission: $5 Advance Also Check Out:

Comfort Inn – Tiki Bar - 5909 Milan Rd., Sandusky

Also Check Out: Comfort Inn – Tiki Bar - 5909 Milan Rd., Sandusky

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Thursday, June 6th, 2013 – BLOCK PARTY OPENS! 9:00am

9:00am Wedding of Eric & Jeannie – All Bikers Welcome 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky 9:00am

Roeder Racing – Wild Bill’s Concessions with Daily food specials, Music and Pub 94 – Open

11:00am The Pump Bar & Grill - OPEN - Rte. 2 & Rte. 4, Sandusky – Instant Bingo Tickets, Cheap Food and Happy Hour until 7pm 12:00pm Free TRIALS RIDER SHOW – Mad River HD – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky 1:00pm Turn & Cough Band – Comfort Inn Sandusky – Rte. 250 & Rte. 2

2:00pm Bikini Contest – Cabana Bar @ Comfort Inn, Sandusky – 5909 Milan Rd. (Rte. 2 & Rte. 250 – Jesse James Cancer Ride Ending – To be considered for entry, email pics and contact info to: info@ohiobikeweek.com. 12:00pm Yuengling Saloon at Mad River & Jack Daniel’s Barrel House Saloon – OPEN

Downtown Sandusky

Mad River H-D / OBW Box Office and Info Booth – OPEN – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

10:00am Mad River H-D DAILY RIDE – “Jessie James Dupree – Pancreatic Cancer Celebrity Ride – In memory of James Alan Dupree and April Burbach” – Marblehead Lighthouse, Lunch with Jesse, Lake Erie Ride and Comfort INN World Famous Bikini Contest hosted by Thunder Roads of Ohio Magazine – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky – $20 donation per rider – Registration begins at 8:30am

2:00pm

Free TRIALS RIDER SHOW – Mad River HD – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

2:00pm

Brandon Beihl – Acoustic – Yuengling Saloon at Mad River – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

2:00pm

Two for the Road – Acoustic Show – Jack Daniel’s Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr., Downtown Sandusky

3:00pm “3 Day Block Party” & Motorcycle Parking Opens – Downtown Sandusky 3:00pm

Custom Bike Builders, Freak Show & Tattoo Zone – Water St., Downtown Sandusky

3:00pm The FREE BEER Band – Main Stage on Columbus Ave.,

4:00pm

Free TRIALS RIDER SHOW – Mad River HD – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

4:00pm

American Motor Drome – Wall of Death - Opens – Back Lot Bash – Jackson St., Downtown Sandusky – SHOWS EVERY HOUR

5:00pm Bud Light Thunder Run for Bud Light Giveaway – Location: Daly’s – Downtown Sandusky 6:00pm

Classic Car Cruise-in – South East Gears & Cheers – 23333 Aurora Rd., Bedford Heights, OH

6:00pm

Free TRIALS RIDER SHOW – Mad River HD – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

6:00pm

Roadhouse Band – Jack Daniel’s Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr.,Downtown Sandusky

6:30pm Ink Mofia Mob Squad – Columbus Ave Stage – Foot of Columbus Ave – Downtown Sandusky

6:45pm Rock-n-Roll Outlaws Band – Main Stage on Columbus Ave., Downtown Sandusky

7:00pm

Dan Fester – Incredible Acoustic – Yuengling Saloon at Mad River – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

8:45pm Ink Mofia Mob Squad – Main Stage on Columbus Ave., Downtown Sandusky

9:00pm JACKYL – Main Stage on Columbus Ave., Downtown Sandusky – All Access Pass - VIP BAR and Viewing area – FREE SHOW – LIMITED VIP TICKETS AVAILABLE AT www.OHIOBIKEWEEK.com

10:00pm Jasmine Cain Band – Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr., Downtown Sandusky

Also Check Out: Nightly Adult Themed Contest(s) from 9p-12:30a at the Barrel House Saloon with host Jay Allen

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Friday, June 7th, 2013 –

World Famous BLOCK PARTY!

9:00am

Mad River H-D / OBW Box Office and Info Booth – OPEN – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

9:00am

Roeder Racing – Wild Bill’s Concessions with Daily food specials, Music and Pub 94 – Open

11:00am Mad River H-D DAILY RIDE – “Make-A-Wish Winery Tour” – $5 per rider – Registration 11a – 2p at Mad River H-D 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky – Stops to include: D & D Smith Winery, Quarry Hill Winery, Vermilion Valley Vineyards, Matus Winery, Paper Moon Vineyards and end at Erie Kai Tavern for their Famous “Build a Burger Night” and Prize Giveaway – One Winner Drawn at end, wins 50% of pot! – Other 50% goes to Make-A-Wish

11:00am The Pump Bar & Grill - OPEN - Rte. 2 & Rte. 4, Sandusky – Instant Bingo Tickets, Cheap Food and Happy Hour until 7pm 12:00pm Free TRIALS RIDER SHOW – Mad River HD – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky 12:00pm Yuengling Saloon at Mad River & Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – OPEN

1:00pm “Block Party” & Motorcycle Parking Opens – Columbus Ave., Downtown Sandusky 1:00pm

Custom Bike Builders, Freak Show & Tattoo Zone – Water St., Downtown Sandusky

1:00pm Live Music – Main Stage on Columbus Ave., Downtown Sandusky

2:00pm

Free TRIALS RIDER SHOW – Mad River HD – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

2:00pm

American Motor Drome – Wall of Death - Opens – Back Lot Bash – Jackson St., Downtown Sandusky – SHOWS EVERY HOUR

2:00pm

Treater Sweet Band – Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr., Downtown Sandusky

2:00pm All Harley Bike Show – Sponsored by Mad River HOG Chapter – Mad River Harley-Davidson – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky – at 5pm – Classes – Sportster, Dyna/Softail, Touring, Custom and People’s Choice 2:00pm Live Music – Back Lot Stage – Downtown Sandusky

2:00pm

6:00pm

Rock n Roll Outlaws Band – The Original Margaritaville – Rte.. 2 & Rte. 6, Sandusky

6:30pm Josh Boyd Band – Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr., Downtown Sandusky 7:00pm

Charlie Weiner – Live Music – Pier 684 (On the water) – Battery Park Marina – Water St. & Meigs St., Downtown Sandusky

7:00pm Ink Mofia Mob Squad – Back Lot Stage – Downtown Sandusky

7:30pm Unsaid Fate Band, featuring Jackie – Back Lot Stage – Downtown Sandusky

8:00pm Rodney Parker & Liberty Beach Band (Country) – Main Stage on Columbus Ave., Downtown Sandusky

8:00pm

Horse Cave Trio in Concert - Marbletucky Inn – 189 Bridge Rd. (SR 269) – Marblehead, OH - see www.marbletuckyinn.com to confirm times and show details

8:00pm

LIVE MUSIC & HOT BARTENDERS – COMFORT INN CAMPUS – STAYING AT THE ROUTE 250 HOTELS ? – WIND DOWN AT THIS NEW VENUE – GREAT PLACE / GOOD PEOPLE – 5909 MILAN RD., SANDUSKY – OPEN LATE

8:00pm

Ladies Night with DJ Tate – South East Gears & Cheers – 23333 Aurora Rd., Bedford Heights, OH

9:00pm DROWNING POOL Concert – Back Lot Stage – Downtown Sandusky – All Access Pass VIP Bar and viewing area – FREE SHOW – LIMITED VIP TICKETS AVAILABLE AT www.OHIOBIKEWEEK.com

9:30pm Dan Fester - Incredible Acoustic – Yuengling Saloon at Mad River – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

10:00pm Big House Pete Band – Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr., Downtown Sandusky

10:30pm Midnight Special Band www.midnightspeciallive.com – Main Stage on Columbus Ave., Downtown Sandusky

10:30pm Jasmine Cain Band, Featuring Jackie Back Lot Stage – Downtown Sandusky

Also Check Out: Nightly Adult Themed Contest(s) from 9p-12:30a at the Barrel House Saloon with host Jay Allen

Mike Risner - Incredible Acoustic – Yuengling Saloon at Mad River – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

3:00pm Drenalin Band – Main Stage on Columbus Ave., Downtown Sandusky 4:00pm

Free TRIALS RIDER SHOW – Mad River HD – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

4:15pm Ink Mofia Mob Squad – Back Lot Stage – Downtown Sandusky 4:30pm Latter (Dayton Area Band) – Back Lot Stage – Downtown Sandusky

5:00pm Bud Light Thunder Run for Bud Light Giveaway – The Pump Bar & Grill – Rte. 2 & Rte. 4, Sandusky – GIVEAWAY NIGHT 5:45pm CocoBeanos – Main Stage on Columbus Ave., Downtown Sandusky 6:00pm

Ted Riser in Concert – Yuengling Saloon at Mad River – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

6:00pm

Free TRIALS RIDER SHOW – Mad River HD – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

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Jeff Starke President IMBBA with IMBBA Canada Judges discussing judging details

OHIO BIKE WEEK unveils a BIKE SHOW

The International Master Bike Builders Association comes to Ohio Bike Week The International Master Bike Builders Association comes to Ohio Bike Week

picture together taking into account that the experience builders utilize in building/resorting/creating is the sum of knowledge earned in their career or lifetime. And as such, points could be awarded towards a professional certification equal to and reflective of the points applied in judging their motorcycles in bike shows.

In 2013, Ohio Bike Week introduces an exciting new aspect to the Midwest’s Largest Motorcycle Event - an Official Ohio Bike Week Bike Show, sanctioned by the International Master Bike Builders Association (IMBBA).

All IMBBA judges strictly adhere to a straight-forward set of published guidelines used to award points, and all IMBBA judges go through a training apprenticeship, judging bikes alongside founding president and chief judge, Jeff Starke. The judges use trade standards to award points that define the bike’s “Fit, Form, Function & Safety.” An apDowntown Sandusky prentice judge does not become certified to Saturday, June 8, 2013 “The IMBBA show certification will allow us judge IMBBA bike shows until his point scores Registration begins 9am, to launch the OBW Bike Week Show with the match the other judges within one point in closes Noon recognition that it is a serious show, judged every category. To further reduce the marPeople’s Choice Voting by professionals using a system recognized gin, every bike is independently scored by from 1pm until 5pm throughout the industry.” three judges and the final points are a sumFor more information please mation of their point evaluations. Using the The IMBBA was founded in 2005 by Jeff visit online OhioBikeWeek.com point system published in the judge’s training Starke, who had previously worked as chief or www.imbba.com manual, builders can go over their bikes with technical advisor and lead judge for the the judges to clearly see what points were World Famous Rat’s Hole Chopper Show awarded for physical attributes, as well as until the show’s owner, “Big Daddy Rat” Karl the sum of skills needed to assemble, fabricate and engineer Smith died during Daytona Bike Week in 2002. each motorcycle. Starke sought to establish a system of points and clear criteria As an international community of bike builders and industry that could be used worldwide to recognize the craftsmanship and professionals, the organization’s members vowed to leave the skills, knowledge, and talent employed in quality bike restoration, industry better than the way they found it through education rebuilding, and radical from-the-ground up customization. The reand training. This mission is being accomplished by the IMBBA sult is the International Master Bike Builders Association - IMBBA through authoring and endorsing educational books, designed - which had gone beyond simply judging shows to establishing a to share the membership’s knowledge, skills and wisdom with a certification system for builders and skilled technicians. younger, aspiring generation of bike builders and other industry This became the IMBBA trademark, recognized by builders, craftsmen. who appreciated that finally an organization had put the whole

“While Ohio Bike Week has certainly developed a great reputation for our Block Party and entertainment value - we think it’s important to continue to develop an expanded focus on the motorcycles themselves,” said Brad Stofcheck, CEO of Advantage Entertainment, producers of Ohio Bike Week.

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IMBBA Master Builder Arlen Ness

IMBBA Master Builder Rick Fairless

IMBBA Master Builder Dave Perewitz IMBBA Certified Builders include Arlen Ness, Paul Yaffe, Jim Nasi, Rick Fairless, Donnie Smith, and Dave Perewitz - to mention just a few in the USA. The IMBBA also has certified members in 10 more countries and a growing number of judges capable of judging shows all around the world. Closer to home, Ron Radeke, the Power Sport Institute American V-Twin Education Manager was recognized by the IMBBA this past January for achieving the necessary points to become certified as an IMBBA Bike Show Judge.

“Congratulations to Ron for meeting the IMMBA requirements as an official bike judge. Ron’s commitment to excellence in education and as the PSI American V-Twin Education Manager brings a high standard of training to our program.” states Bernie Thompson, Campus Director.

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Thompson adds, “Ron’s dedication to excellence in bike building and PSI’S commitment to our students and the success of the Partnership with IMMBA seems like a perfect match.” When speaking to Jeff Starke on the IMBBA’s newest certified Judge, Jeff said, “Ron will certainly be a huge asset to the IMBBA judging staff and we look forward to working closely with him at shows and on campus as PSI and IMBBA build our partnership in 2013.”

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Look to see Ron Radeke joining Jeff Starke and Master IMBBA Judge, Joe Distefano at Ohio Bike Week as they launch the inaugural Ohio Bike Week sanctioned Bike Show on Saturday, June 8. Bring your bike out and get it evaluated by the professional! For more information please visit OhioBikeWeek.com or www.imbba.com

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THE IMBBA BADGE The IMBBA badge tells the story of pride in workmanship and displays the tools of the trade. The Triangle: represents the geometry, mathematics and symmetry of the motorcycle frame. The Light bulb: atop the triangle, is symbolic on ingenuity and creative thinking. The Torch: represents necessary fabrication and engineering skills. The Wrench in the center repr sents all of the tools of the trade. The Motorcycle: The sum of all the attributes of education and training that go into the finished product.

Global Points Judging System

The two stars: on each side, represent the two competency levels of certification development.

The IMBBA points system is unique and simplistic, and does not require the use of classifications. IMBBA judges score motorcycles individually based on “Fit, Form, Function and Safety.” It has long been felt that classifications are used more as a monetary awards process in most bike shows. It doesn’t matter who built the bike or how much money was spent building it. What matters is the sum of all the points earned in recognition of how it was built. The points are awarded according to IMBBA published guidelines based on industry and safety standards that are strictly adhered to by IMBBA certified judges. Each bike is judged by three judges, the scores are added up, and then divide by three for an average score. No one judge can influence the system, and one or more Master Judges oversees every bike show.

Jeff Starke, touring with Ruben Brown Chicago Bears Player At the IMBBA bike Build off during Sturgis Bike Rally at the Broken Spoke Saloon.

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Saturday, June 8th 2013

8:00am Vietnam Era Veterans Appreciation Event – Escorted Ride to International Park for Vietnam Traveling Wall – Toledo, OH – Registration starts at 6am – Toledo HarleyDavidson – 7960 W. Central Ave. – Toledo, OH 9:00am Mad River H-D / OBW Box Office and Info Booth – OPEN – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky 9:00am Yuengling Saloon at Mad River and Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – OPEN 9:00am Roeder Racing – Wild Bill’s Concessions with Daily food specials, Music and Pub 94 – Open 10:00am Mad River H-D DAILY RIDE – “Founder’s Day Parade Staging Ride” – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky – On your own 10:00am George Roeder Sr. Memorial Parade staging at Roeder Racing – Staging begins at 10am and parade leaves at 3pm – see www.roederracing.com or www.ohiobikeweek.com for details. 11:00am Brandon Beihl - Acoustic – Yuengling Saloon at Mad River – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky 11:00am Downtown Block Party Opens – Columbus Ave., Downtown Sandusky *PARKING RESERVED 11:00am Custom Bike Builders, Freak Show & Tattoo Zone – Water St., Downtown Sandusky 11:00am The Pump Bar & Grill - OPEN - Rte. 2 & Rte. 4, Sandusky – Instant Bingo Tickets, Cheap Food and Happy Hour until 7pm 11:00am Custom Bike Builders & Vendors – Back Lot Bash – Jackson St., Downtown Sandusky 12:00pm American Motor Drome – Wall of Death - OPEN – Back Lot Bash – Jackson St., Downtown Sandusky – SHOWS EVERY HOUR 12:00pm Free TRIALS RIDER SHOW – Mad River HD – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky 12:00pm Live Music – Main Stage on Columbus Ave., Downtown Sandusky 12:00pm PARADE WATCH PARTY – The Pump Bar & Grill – OPEN – Rte. 2 & Rte. 4, Sandusky – Instant Bingo Tickets, Cheap Food and Happy Hour until 7pm – BEST PLACE TO WATCH THE PARADE IF YOU’RE NOT RIDING IN IT!! 12:00pm Belligerent Chimps Band – The Original Margaritaville – Rte. 2 & Rte. 6, Sandusky 1:00pm VooDoo Nation (Godsmack Tribute) Band – Back Lot Stage – Downtown Sandusky 1:00pm L.O.M. Band – Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr., Downtown Sandusky 2:00pm Free TRIALS RIDER SHOW – Mad River HD – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky 2:00pm Live Music – Back Lot Stage – Downtown Sandusky 2:30pm Tight Wadd Band – Main Stage on Columbus Ave., Downtown Sandusky 3:00pm “Founder’s Day” Motorcycle Parade leaves Monroeville- Roeder Racing 3:00pm Tony Twine Acoustic – Yuengling Saloon at Mad River – 5316 Milan Rd 4:00pm Free TRIALS RIDER SHOW – Mad River HD – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky 4:00pm “Founder’s Day” Motorcycle Parade Lands – Downtown Sandusky 4:00pm Pat O’Shea and The Honest Men Band – Back Lot Stage – Downtown Sandusky 5:00pm Hot Dog Eating Contest - Men’s AND Women’s - Back deck Hot Dog Tony’s - 115 W. Water St. - Downtown Sandusky 5:30pm 3rd Degree Band – Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr., Downtown Sandusky 6:00pm Realm of Insanity Band – Yuengling Saloon at Mad River – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky 6:00pm Armstrong Bearcat Band – The Original Margaritaville – Rte. 2 & Rte. 6, Sandusky

6:15pm The Huckin Fillbillies Band – Back Lot Stage – Downtown Sandusky

6:45pm Ink Mofia Mob Squad – Main Stage on Columbus Ave., Downtown Sandusky 6:00pm

Free TRIALS RIDER SHOW – Mad River HD – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

7:00pm Electrik Circus Band – Main Stage on Columbus Ave., Downtown Sandusky

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Carlyle Smith – Live Music – Pier 684 (On the water) – Battery Park Marina – Water St. & Meigs St., Downtown Sandusky

8:00pm LIVE MUSIC & HOT BARTENDERS – COMFORT INN CAMPUS – STAYING AT THE ROUTE 250 HOTELS? – WIND DOWN AT THIS NEW VENUE – GREAT PLACE / GOOD PEOPLE – 5909 MILAN RD., SANDUSKY – OPEN LATE 8:00pm

Summer Concert Series with the Kranked Band – South East Gears & Cheers – 23333 Aurora Rd., Bedford Heights, OH

9:30pm The Earthquakers Band – Back Lot Stage - Downtown Sandusky

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Rodney Parker & The Liberty Beach Band (Country) – Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – 101 Shoreline Dr., Downtown Sandusky

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Live Music – The Pump Bar & Grill - OPEN - Rte. 2 & Rte. 4, Sandusky

9:30pm Dan Fester – Incredible Acoustic – Yuengling Saloon at Mad River – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

9:45pm Ink Mofia Mob Squad – Main Stage on Columbus Ave., Downtown Sandusky

10:00pm THE END – Band – Main Stage on Columbus Ave., Downtown Sandusky

Also Check Out: Nightly Adult Themed Contest(s) from 9p-12:30a at the Barrel House Saloon with host Jay Allen

Sunday, June 9th 2013

8:00am Cleveland Ride for Kids – Independence, OH – Register online for a chance to win a new Honda Motorcycle – www.clevelandrideforkids.com 9:00am Mad River H-D - FREE DOUGHNUTS & Juice – Until Gone…

9:00am

Roeder Racing – Wild Bill’s Concessions with Daily food specials, Music and Pub 94 – Open

10:00am Mad River H-D LIVE BIKE AUCTION – View bikes from 9a–12:30p – AUCTION BEGINS AT 1pm – 5316 Milan Rd., Sandusky

11:00am Non-Denominational Prayer Service – Church of the Nazerene – 1617 Milan Rd., Sandusky

1:00pm Mike Risner – Incredible Acoustic Jack Daniels Barrel House Saloon – DRINK IT DRY PARTY - EVERYTHING $2 – Open 11a til 5pm – 101 Shoreline Dr., Sandusky

2:00pm

Sinister Midget Band – The Original Margaritaville – Rte. 2 & Rte. 6, Sandusky

6:00pm

Countdown to Ohio Bike Week 2014 Begins – Thanks for coming and See You Next Year !

*All scheduled events and times are subject to change.

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BY GARY WESTPHALEN You’re hard on the throttle for about one second. Then you let off, allowing the momentum of the bike to carry you forward for another second. Again, you blip the throttle hard. Then off, and back on. The 82-year-old bike you’re on is shaking as it rumbles over the rough, wooden surface. Human heads are whizzing by to your right, down there at tire level. They are holding out dollar bills, waiting for you to reach down and snatch them away. Every two seconds you find yourself right back where you were two seconds ago. If you slow down, you will crash. To stop, you actually have to fall and re-orient your bike 90 degrees as you do so. This is either a very weird dream, or you are riding The Wall of Death. Actually, if you are riding The Wall, odds are still good that it really is a dream, because there are only a couple of motordromes remaining in operation in the United States. There is virtually no chance that you’ll ever ride one – even if you dared. For Don Daniels II, the chance that came 14 years ago can trace its roots all the way back to the motorcycle races of the early 1900’s. The Los Angeles Coliseum Motordrome, opened in 1910, was a round, wood-surfaced racetrack, not unlike the bicycle velodromes still in use today. This one was a mile long and designed for motorcycles. A new sport was born. Two dozen wooden tracks would spring up across the country over the next two decades, some stretching into ovals as much as two miles long. The curves were banked ever more steeply, allowing for faster and faster speeds. Fatalities were frequent and usually

included spectators because when the bikes crashed, they would launch over the top edge of the track, and into the crowd. Even for adrenaline junkies the carnage was too great and board track racing faded away as the races moved to dirt and asphalt. Just a year after that first motordrome opened, the concept had been shrunk to a transportable size, and the track had become nearly perpendicular to the ground. Nicknamed The Wall of Death almost as soon as it was invented, these minimotordromes were popular at events across the country. By the 1930’s, there were more than a hundred of them working the traveling shows nationwide. Today, there are only two functioning motordrome shows in the U.S., and Don is one of a mere handful of riders who know how to survive The Wall of Death. “Our particular motordrome was built in 1963 by the Boudreau family. They are actually from my hometown, which is Swansea, Massachusetts,” Don Daniels II tells Thunder Roads West Virginia. Joe Boudreau actually built three motordromes back then, and he successfully toured two of them around the East Coast. The third was targeted at a West Coast market, and its troupe was named the “California Hell Riders.” Eventually, Mr. Boudreau brought it back to Massachusetts, and the motordrome was moth-balled for years. Then, one of the last Hell Riders resurrected the motordrome in 1981 and Don Daniels, Sr. signed on as a wall rider the next year. Two years later, he would buy the motordrome, and it has been in the family ever since. “It’s really a lot of fun. You get to ride motorcycles for a living,”

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Ian Daniels keeps the tradition of the carnival barker alive (left), exciting the crowd to climb the steps to the viewing platform (right), where they will peer down into the 14-foot deep barrel.

the younger Don says. His father has since retired from the about it is you get to see everybody’s reactions. And as many show to run the family business of – what else? - a bike shop times as each of us has done the show, as many times as we called Thrill City Cycle. Don’s younger brother, Ian, also rides in do it, we watch it over and over and over again. And it’s still just the show as does Don’s wife, Sandra D. “I’ve been doing it for as exciting. There’s always that little bit of excitement, where 14 years now,” Don says. “I’ve been doing it for so long now it’s you don’t know.” just like riding on the road.” That element of “don’t know” concerns Don when he sees his A perpendicular road. Don’s road is essentially, a wooden wife riding the wall as he looks up at her from the well below. barrel 14 feet high and 24 feet in “Yeah, it always concerns me. It has diameter. The base of the wall sports concerned me from the beginning,” a small, angled section which allows he says. Don and Sandra met at the accelerating bikes to climb Daytona Bike Week in 1996. “She from their normal, gravity-induced traveled with me for two years and orientation at the bottom of the barrel was asking me the whole time, ‘I to their insane 90° attitude as they want to try it. I would like to try it. I circle the wall at up to 50 miles per want to try it.’ I always told her that hour. her family would kill me if I let her “At first, riding the wall is very try it. She just kept on. She wanted scary, because it’s really tough to try it. Then, some riders left and to get your body used to riding in we needed somebody to ride in the that position,” Don remembers. show. I just let her try it, and she’s “Your body gets used to holding a been an excellent part of the show This 1910 postcard depicts the first board track built in the United States, near Playa del Rey, California. motorcycle straight up. And when ever since.” Wall of Death motordromes, essentially scaled-down you try to get up on the wall for the Another excellent part of the show versions, appeared about a year later. first couple times, your brain is telling is the bikes they ride to climb the you to do this one thing, but your wall. There is a go-kart and a rare natural body instinct is to do the opposite of what you’re trying 1957 Harley-Davidson Hummer. But the undisputed star is their to do, which is hold the bike straight up. So, it’s really tough to 1930 Indian 101 Scout. “You ask any motordrome rider. The get past that point, to overcome your natural instinct and just most popular bike ever ridden on the walls is a 101 Scout,” go with it. It’s really tough to learn how to do it at first.” There is Don notes. Aside from being the most popular bike around in no substitute for practice, and after making the transition from the early 30’s, the 101 Scout was also perfectly engineered to gravity to centrifugal force thousands of times, it’s now old-hat hang on the wall. “They assumed it was a big deal to balance for Don. “I can go up there and I can look around, looking at the motorcycle evenly on both sides. Basically what that means the people in the crowd. I can look anywhere I want. Making is if you take the motorcycle and just cut it in half right up the the transition is really easy now. What’s hard is when you have middle, both sides will be the same weight. That’s the way they problems and difficulties, but on a smooth day when everything made them right from the factory. Indian did that on purpose. is going right, it’s comfortable.” New motorcycles now, they really don’t pay too much attention “It’s quite an adrenaline rush. It’s a lot of fun. One of the most to that. A lot of bikes pull to the left, and that’s because the exciting things I’ve done,” says Sandra D. “The best thing primary side is a lot heavier. But a big thing on those old Indians Thunder Roads® Magazine OHIO

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Money Grab: As Don spins around in the barrel, spectators hold out dollar bills for him to snatch from their fingers. Even Don doesn’t know how he manages to make these delicate connections.

Don Daniels II goes “hands-free” on The Wall at about 40 miles per hour. The perfectly balanced weight of the 1930 Indian 101 Scout helps him hold the line.

is that they are well balanced, which makes them perfect when you’re riding on the wall. You can just feel that when you ride it and take your hands off. When you have everything else lined up and everything is good, it will just pull straight.” That’s important when the rider lets go of the handlebars, which Don does in his act. With his arms held high overhead, Don circles the wall about every 2 seconds, trusting the old 101 Scout to hold its line, as Scouts have done for eight decades. “The big act back then on the 101 Scout was the free hand trick riding. It’s tough to trust your motorcycle to stay straight on the wall with no hands, because you are on a wood surface, so it’s not as smooth as riding on pavement. The bike bounces around a little bit. You’ve just got to trust your motorcycle and go for it. Even now that I’m experienced doing it, and I’ve done it so much, I can still hit one of those bumps where it will throw the bike off a little bit and tie my stomach in a knot for a quick second. It’s always on the edge. It’s definitely part of the show and will always be a part of it. It’s in the history of it.” Crashing is also in the history of motordromes. They didn’t get the nickname “Wall of Death” to be cute. Mechanical issues, Don says, are the greatest danger a wall rider faces. “If a guy rides on the road and something goes wrong, he can just pull over. If something goes wrong on the wall, and the bike comes to a stop, you come crashing down.” Don says he had only

been riding the 101 Scout for about a month when he was introduced to the collision of gravitational and centrifugal forces. It happened at the West Virginia State Fair. “The frame broke right underneath the neck, where the neck connects to the two downtubes. It snapped, so what happened was the front end came up and the bottom rail of the frame just went down and hit the wall and I was lucky enough that I was able to ride it right down to the floor and just fell when I got to the floor. I didn’t break any bones, but I got a bit of wall-rash. That was one of the scary ones.” The first time Don Daniels II brought the Hell Riders motordrome to Mountainfest in Morgantown, West Virginia, gave him another scare. They were in the middle of doing 24 shows in a single, very hot day. “When you keep running the bike in that hot weather, the tire gets real slippery. It just gets so hot. You’re thinking it’s sticky, but really it just got so hot the rubber was melting. I was in the middle of doing the act and the back tire just slipped right out. The next thing I knew, I was laying on my back and the bike was starting to come down and it kind of landed on top of me. My brother ran over and tossed it off. I twisted up my arm a little bit and my back was sore, but we took a short break. I was doing shows an hour later.” Once a staple of carnivals and county fairs across the country, motordromes and the bikers who climb these Walls of Death

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Another part of the act puts Sandra D. and Ian on the wall at the same time. For this “California Pursuit Race” Sandra rides the Harley Hummer and Ian pilots to Go-kart.

are getting scarce. Just as no biker can stay up on that wall forever, the motordrome itself is, sadly, a piece of motorcycling that is feeling the gravitational pull of history. More than anyone, Don Daniels II doesn’t want to see that happen. But the demands of keeping their bike shop open, along with family responsibilities means that Don, Sandra, Ian and the rest of the crew just can’t spend eight months a year on the road like

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they used to. As the winds of winter swirl around their home in Massachusetts, Don ponders the balancing act of life. “We love it so much we just don’t want to let it die,” he laments. “It’s just such a piece of history that we would like to keep it going. Even if we can only do a few spots a year, just to keep it alive, that’s what we’re going to do.”

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Thunder Roads Ohio is proud to announce that the BUCKEYE THUNDER RUN IS BACK! This is a state-wide, summer-long riding challenge hitting the coolest riding destinations and events across Ohio, presented by Ohio’s #1 Biker Mag - Thunder Roads Ohio! It’s a ride like no-other and features great prizes every month!

The Way it Works Each month Thunder Roads Ohio we will announce a list of Thunder Run Stops here in the magazine and online. These stops are selected based upon the recommendations of our readers and confirmed by our editors. Riders can then hit these locations and present their Rider Cards in order to register. Once a Rider has registered at the stop - their Card number is then entered into the drawing for that stop. Thunder Roads will then select rider checks-in’s randomly each month from across the state for special prizes and incentives. Prizes are developed by both Thunder Roads and our sponsors - allowing for some exciting options. They may include stays at exciting stops, riding gear or accessories, gift certificates, cash, and even the opportunity to win a motorcycle or two! 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 trekking 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!

be eligible for that prize. Other prizes will be state wide, with everyone checking in at any location eligible to win!

The Winners If your check-in is drawn, Thunder Roads will post your card number both online and in the magazine. 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 a BiketoberfestÒ Rally Package that includes accommodations and extras for attending the Fall 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).

State and Stop Prizes

BONUS Check-in’s!

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

The 2013 Buckeye Thunder Run is supported by our sponsors, so we want to encourage everyone to support them in turn. For that reason, we will issue a BONUS CHECK-IN to riders spending $10 or more at the stop. The bonus criteria may be adjusted at some stops to accommodate riders or particulars of that stop. Specifics of each stop will be listed each month in Thunder Roads as part of the Stop Listing.

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It’s really that simple! 1. Get your Ohio Ride Card. 2. Get the list of stops each month from your Thunder Roads Magazine, the website (ThunderRoadsOhio. com), or facebook. 3. Ride out to these stops and show them your card. 4. And then you win cool prizes, including cold hard CASH! 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 – free of charge. They will then receive their Ride Cards. PLEASE NOTE - You can still use your 2012 Ohio Ride Cards. All Ride Card registrations carry over. Some stops will also extra prizes for those with 2012 Ride Cards - for those “veteran riders”! Thunder Roads will also be registering riders for Ride Cards at specific events throughout the year as we distribute magazines. Key events, such as Ohio Bike Week or Bike Nights will have special booth for Ride Card registrations. In most cases, we will be offering special incentives both for those registering for the cards and those checking in with their previously issued cards at these stops. Thunder Roads will also be working with charities and various non-profit events to include them in the Run schedule as well. This will be an easy means of encouraging participation and attracting riders from outside the local communities. In many cases, we will have specific prize drawings for those at these events. The Ride Cards will allow participants to easily and safely check in at all stops. Some Thunder Roads Sponsors will also be offering discounts to readers that present the cards. Thunder Roads will be listing special discounts and offers in the magazine throughout the year as an added value to readers and means of encouraging our partners to offer these extra savings. PLEASE NOTE: Once you have received your OHIO RIDE CARD, you will not be asked to provide personal information or emails at any location for check-in. You simply enter your ride card number! One key aspect of the BTR is that we will be limiting the number of stops to a reasonable amount each month. We are NOT simply adding anyone willing to write a check. We will be considering stops recommended by our readers and editors, and we will only select those that offer a legitimate interest to riders – making them worth the ride to visit. We are not hosting the run as simply a means of supporting the magazine, but as a fun way to promote partners and cool destinations all across the state. This is not simply a “Chinese fire drill” or mad-dash across the state. This is a Ride program. It is meant to be a means for readers to discover new riding destinations and enjoy the ride there. In fact, we have designed the program to encourage folks to break out of their local routes and trek to the furthest corners of the state.

Just Get Out and RIDE! One of the really exciting aspects of the program is that the Buckeye Thunder Run can be modified and added to throughout the summer – if not the entire year. We will be adding and dropping stops each month. Readers will be able to nominate stops, we’ll investigate them, and if we agree that Thunder Roads® Magazine OHIO

it’s a suitable stop – they’ll be invited to join the run. Some stops will only run a few months – and possibly not consecutive. A cool winery in Geneva might be a stop early in the season, and then we bring them back during the harvest season! We can also modify the run if it turns out that something just isn’t working. We want to keep things exciting for you – the readers and riders on the run. We’re bikers and it’s all about the ride. We want to help create fun experiences for you and share some cool spots in our state. And we want to discover new spots as well, which is why we are encouraging everyone to nominate their favorite riding destinations. Again this is not simply a sales tool for us or meant to subsidize the magazine! We have designed this run to entertain and challenge our readers – as well as promote our partners that make cool ride stops!

The RIDE begins May 10th! 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

CHANGES FROM 2012 We’ve had changes in ownership and management since last summer’s run, so we feel obligated to make some big changes in the contest as well! The 2013 Buckeye Thunder Run is built upon the same fundamental idea as last year’s - TO GET OUT AND RIDE! - but, we’ve made some key changes in the program. o We are no longer tracking points - which seemed to confuse many people. It’s all based upon check-ins. o All prizes are awarded based upon check-in’s. The more check-in’s the greater chance to win cool prizes! o Bonus “Check-In’s” are still awarded for spending over $10 at a stop, but we are no longer giving a $100 bonus. Some people felt that this allowed riders to “buy” their way to victory. o Prize Winners are listed every month in the magazine, online, and in our eNewsletters. Winners will have 45 days to contact Thunder Roads Ohio to collect their prize. o There is no longer a distance bonus, but the more you ride - the more chances you have of winning. Some prizes are restricted only to those riders checking in at a particular location. For instance, we may be awarding a $500 Gift Certificate to riders checking in at a particular dealership. Only riders making the trip to that particular dealership have a chance of winning. For the chance at winning $500 - it might be worth taking the ride to that dealership, especially if it’s a great ride!

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MAY MONTHLY GRAND PRIZE

OHIO BIKE WEEK VIP Package VIP Passes, Gear, and $500! The Thunder Run Grand Prize for the Month of May is courtesy our friends at Ohio Bike Week and includes a pair of VIP All-Access Passes to Ohio Bike Week, a pair of OBW T-Shirts, and a $500 Gift Card to cover expenses while taking part in the Midwest’s Largest Motorcycle Event! This year, Thunder Roads Ohio has teamed with several promotional partners to present an unprecedented number of opportunities to WIN MOTORCYCLES and other incredible prizes this year. The first of our Grand Prizes to be announced is -

2013 THUNDER RUN

GRAND PRIZE 2013 Suzuki Boulevard C50 Sponsored by Competition Accessories of Springfield, Ohio To be Awarded at Jackass Flats, Dayton September The C50 is a cruiser that offers classic styling, unmatched comfort, and excellent performance. With kicked out front ends, wide handlebars, smooth suspension, and well-cushioned seating; Suzuki’s design team has the rider’s comfort in mind. The C50 boasts a fuel-injected, 45-degree, V-twin engine that cranks out 805cc that generates abundant torque down low and matched by exciting top-end performance. Contest Rules and Restrictions Apply. Contact Thunder Roads Ohio for additional information.

EVENT STOPS Date

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Event

Location

5/3/2013

Friday

6pm

Boneyard Bike Night

The Boneyard 5900 Mayfield Rd Mayfield Heights, Ohio 44124 (440) 995-0500

5/4/2013

Saturday

9am

Blessing of The Bikes

South East Harley-Davidson ® 23105 Aurora Rd Bedford Heights, OH 44146 (440) 439-5300

5/7/2013

Tuesday

6pm

Bike Night Kick-Off Party

South East Gears and Cheers 23333 Aurora Road Bedford Heights, OH 44146 (440) 232-0029

5/8/2013

Wednesday

6pm

Bike Night

Jackass Flats 6024 Rip Rap Road, Dayton, OH 45424

(937) 236-4329

5/9/2013

Thursday

6pm

Ohio Bike Week Pre-Party Bike Night Bash

Quaker Steak & Lube Dayton

5/11/2013

Saturday

10am

H-D Demo Days

Century Harley-Davidson ® 3053 Eastpointe Dr. Medina, OH 44256

3725 Presidential Drive Dayton, Ohio

(937) 427-0500

5/14/2013

Tuesday

6pm

Bike Night Kick-Off Party

Sassy’s 10755 Ravenna Rd. Twinsburg, OH 44087

5/14/2013

Tuesday

6pm

Bike Night

Dog’s Breath Tavern 1912 Whipp Rd Kettering, OH 45440 (937) 439-0649

5/15/2013

Wednesday

6pm

Bike Night

Jackass Flats 6024 Rip Rap Road

5/15/2013

Wednesday

6pm

Guns and Hoses Bike Night Event

Quaker Steak & Lube Canton

6073 Dressler Road NW Canton, OH 44720

5/18/2013

Saturday

Noon

Blessing of the Bikes

Carlton Harley-Davidson ®

11771 State Route 44 Mantua, OH 44255 (330) 274-3141

5/18/2013

Saturday

9am

Ride-In Pancake Breakfast

Lake Erie Harley-Davidson

(330) 721-1702

(330) 998-6529

Dayton, OH 45424

(937) 236-4329 (330) 433-9464

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

5/23/2013

Thursday

6pm

Ohio Bike Week Pre-Party Bike Night Bash

Quaker Steak & Lube Mentor

7834 Reynolds Rd, Mentor, OH 44060

(440) 954-9464

5/25/2013

Saturday

Noon

Wounded Warrior Poker Run

Frog Town USA

2515 S. 3rd St Ironton, Ohio 45638

(740) 532-8337

5/25/2013

Saturday

9am

Memorial Weekend Rally

Hudson Leather Co

5/30/2013

Thursday

6pm

Ohio Bike Week Pre-Party Bike Night Bash

Quaker Steak & Lube Sheffield 4900 Transportation Dr, Sheffield Vlg, OH 44054 (440) 934-9464

6/1/2013

Saturday

Noon

Queens City Mods vs. Rockers Rally

Triumph of Cincinnati 3251 Highland Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45213

14-700 St. Rt 15 Piooner, Ohio 43554

(419) 485-8532

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4922 Milan Rd, Sandusky, OH 44870 (419) 625-9253

A new Victory Dealership in the midst of Sandusky and all the Bike Week activities. Offers a full range of motorsport options.

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

A great stop for all your leather needs - as well as boots, gloves, and plenty more.

Bailey Road Tavern

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2920 Bailey Road, Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221 (330) 920-8350

Biker Friendly Neighborhood Pub with Great Food

Bears

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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.

Buckminn’s D&D HarleyDavidson

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1213 Cincinnati Ave Xenia, OH 45385 (866) 218-1452

An active Harley-Davidson® Dealership with plenty of great events!

Carlton Harley-Davidson

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11771 State Route 44, Mantua, OH 44255 (330) 274-3141

A family owned Harley-Davidson ® Dealership that you can ride 10-20 minutes in any direction from - without hitting a light!

Century Harley-Davidson

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3053 Eastpointe Dr., Medina, OH 44256 (330) 721-1702

Conveniently off 71, Century is a great stop for those riding between Columbus and Cleveland.

Cheshire Choppers

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2102 Elm Rd, Cortland, OH 44410 (740) 362-0695

Great shop with a fun, unique approach to bikes.

Clinton County Motorsports

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6002 N. US Highway 68, Wilmington, Ohio 45177 (937) 283-2220

A family owned dealership ran by motorsport enthusiasts with a passion for taking care of their customers.

Competition Accessories

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343 W. Leffel, Springfield, OH 45506 (937) 323-0513

Incredible Motorcycle Superstore with great selection of bikes, parts, and accessories.

Crazy Fox

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112 W. Mansfield St., Bucyrus, OH 44820 (419) 562-1256

A great old school biker bar with live music, a great patio, and just an authentic feel. Not to be missed!

Dave’s Hideaway

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1730 Lima Ave. Findley, Ohio 45840 (419) 425-1027

Live Music, an outdoor patio, and great folks make this a must stop for those riding along 75 near Findley.

Dog’s Breath Tavern

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1912 Whipp Rd, Kettering, OH 45440 (937) 4390649

Live Entertainment , fun folks, and a biker friendly menu. Tuesday Bike Nights

Frog Town

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2515 South 3rd St., Ironton, OH 45638 (740) 532-8337

A Motorcycle Rally In-Itself, Frog Town is worthy of a ride from anywhere in the state.

Gatsby’s

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151 N. Hamilton Road Gahanna, Ohio 43230 (614) 476-0088

A laid back biker friendly bar with a great patio. Saturday Bike Nights are all day affairs for those riding in the area.

Harley-Davidson of Cincinnati

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1799 Tennessee Ave, Cincinnati OH 45229 (513) 641-1188

Great Harley-Davidson ® Dealership that hosts events and appreciation parties all summer long.

Harley-Davidson Sales & Service

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862 County Rd R3, Napoleon, OH 43545 (419) 592-7123

Northwest Ohio Harley-Davidson ® Dealership celebrating it’s 50th Anniversary this year!

Harley-Davidson Sales Company

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14550 Lorain Ave., Cleveland, OH 44111 (216) 252-3111

Family owned Harley-Davidson dealership with a long history of active involvement in the motorcycle community.

IRON PONY

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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.

Irv’s Cycle Leather

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9156 St. Rt 14 Streetsboro, Ohio 44241 (330) 626-9600

Quality leather and riding accessories - at a reasonable price? Worth a stop to visit this free standing, year round Rally Booth!

Jackass Flats

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6024 Rip Rap Road, Dayton, OH 45424 (937) 236-4329

Enjoy an escape to the Outback and take in one of the best bike nights in the state, worth a ride from the far corners of the Buckeye State! ONE OF THE BEST BIKE NIGHTS ANYWHERE - EVERY WEDNESDAY.

Joe’s Cycle Shop

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3315 N. Dixie Drive Dayton, Ohio 45414 (937) 278-8081

A great family owned dealership celebrating over 50 years of serving the riding community.

Knuckleheads

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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.

Lake Erie Harley-Davidson

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

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

Norton Sporting Goods

Ride Stop

100 Norton Road Waldo, Ohio 43356 (740) 726-2616

A cool stop for riders offering something for everyone with a love of the outdoors. Great people as well!

Powder Keg Harley-Davidson

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2383 Kings Center Court, Mason, OH (513) 204-6962

A stone’s throw from King’s Island - this active Harley-Davidson® dealership hosts regular Bike Nights and plenty of other events!

Quaker Steak & Lube Canton

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6073 Dressler Road NW Canton, OH 44720 (330) 433-9464

Hosts a great Bike Night every Wednesday night that’s not to be missed!

Quaker Steak & Lube Columbus

Ride Stop

8500 Lyra Drive Columbus, OH (614) 430-9464

Easily central Ohio’s biggest bike night hosted by Mr. Bike Night himself - Rich the Lube Guy!

Quaker Steak & Lube Dayton

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3725 Presidential Drive Dayton, OH (937) 427-0500

Hosts one of the area’s largest Bike Nights every Thursday night. It’s a family friendly event - so bring the kids along!

Quaker Steak & Lube Mentor

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7834 Reynolds Rd, Mentor, OH 44060 (440) 954-9464

Join the Thunder Roads crew at one of Northeast Ohio’s Largest Bike Nights - every Thursday.

Sassy’s

Ride Stop

10755 Ravenna Rd., Twinsburg, OH 44087 (330) 998-6529

A very female friendly biker bar with a cool cutting edge look to it. Oh - and they have great food as well! BIKE NIGHT EVERY TUESDAY!

Scooterz-n-Shooterz

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1840 Town Park Blvd Uniontown, OH 44685

A fun stop offering something for just about anyone that reads Thunder Roads - from motorcycle parts to CCW Instruction.

South East Gears & Cheers

Ride Stop

23333 Aurora Road Bedford Heights, OH 44146

Launches a new Bike Night this summer with a great patio in the midst of the Bedford Heights Motorcycle Mile!

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23105 Aurora Rd, Bedford Heights, OH 44146 (440) 439-5300

A great family owned Harley-Davidson ® Dealership with the world famous Harley Diner inside!

Sportsterz

Ride Stop

5422 Lake Rd E., Geneva, OH 44041 (440) 466-2361

Great riding destination in the midst of Geneva-On-The-Lake. Possibly the most Biker Friendly Town in Ohio

Survivors Club

Ride Stop

5236 Lake Road East Geneva-on-the-Lake, OH 44041 (440) 466-3994

On the East end of “The Strip”, this is a biker friendly stop with great food and drink specials everyday!

The Boneyard Mayfield Heights

Ride Stop

5900 Mayfield Road Mayfield Heights, Ohio (440) 995-0500

Cleveland’s East Side has one bike night - and it’s THE BONEYARD. Enjoy a great patio that was designed for bike night.

The Pump

Ride Stop

4024 Hayes Ave, Sandusky OH 44870 (419) 621-1041

Sandusky’s year round Party Central is always one of our favorite stops during Bike Week.

The Train Stop

Ride Stop

7837 Old 3C Highway Maineville, Ohio 45039 (513) 683-0207

Minutes from a little secret that Southern Ohio riders know well (Oregonia) - this is a TRUE biker friendly bar that welcomes all. Relax along the river and ask the bartender why this was known as the “Monkey Bar” for years. (still is to many)

The Viaduct Bar & Grill

Ride Stop

84 N. Washington St. Tiffin, Ohio 44883 (419) 618-1009

One of the oldest back bars in Ohio graces this cool biker friendly bar that hosts great live music shows!

The Villa

Ride Stop

6303 Rip Rap Road, Huber Heights, OH 45424 (937) 237-0091

The Villa was chosen as our very first Biker Bar of the month and it remains one of our favorites. A late night Wednesday Bike Night is always a great time. Outdoor bars and stage.

Tri-County Harley-Davidson

Registration and Ride Stop

5960 Dixie Highway, Fairfield OH 45014 (513) 874-4343

Harley-Davidson ® Dealership hosting great Bike Nights twice a month - stop by for a good time.

Triumph of Cincinnati

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3251 Highland Ave Cincinnati, OH 45213

Solid Triumph dealership in the midst of Cincinnati. Pick up your Ride Cards here.

Valley Harley-Davidson

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41255 Reco Road, Belmont, OH (740) 695-9591

Harley-Davidson ® Dealership in the midst of Southeastern Ohio and beautiful riding country!

Vaughn’s

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10983 State Route 212 NE Bolivar, Ohio 44612 (330) 874-1092

A very cool, laid back stop that offers great food in a casual atmosphere. Great patio and they don’t mind you parking on the grass!

Warren Harley-Davidson

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2102 Elm Rd, Cortland, OH 44410 (330) 395-4700

Great community oriented Harley-Davidson ® Dealership with a Racing Team that brought home a AHDRA National Championship

Western Reserve HarleyDavidson

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8567 Tyler Blvd, Mentor, OH 44060 (440) 974-6900

Harley-Davidson ® Dealership in Lake County with plenty of great stops in the area.

Zeppe’s

Ride Stop

11110 Kinsman Rd., Newbury, OH 44065 (440) 564-1300

Great food and a comfortable patio, surrounded by open roads with limited lights or stops make this a solid riding destination. Wednesday Bike Nights.

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By J.R. Perez Photos by Iron Cowboy- TRO

Model- Jody “Mo” Mohowitsch

Back in 2010, I started out with a bone stock 2010 Harley Davidson Road Glide, black in color, and I did not care for it much but I knew I wanted a Road Glide.

I got in touch with a good friend of mine, Matt Shay from Audiowerks Custom Cycles. He had done some work before for me on other bikes that I had and did a great job but this one was going to be a little more detailed. I told Matt my ideas, he loved them and added a few of his own. I wanted it to be white because at the time I would never see a white Road Glide, but plain white would not work for me so I wanted to add something besides skulls and flames so he added the crosses and chains which I think came out great. 90

Since Matt is an audio expert, I said to him “Let’s go nuts on the stereo!” and he knew just what to do! He put 4 6 x 9s in the bags and another set in the lowers then put in a set of 6 1/2 in the dash, all Hertz high energy with a Kenwood Double deck in the dash with 2 Ark audio Amps. When he first turned it on we could not believe this was coming out of a bike! I was blown away, it’s louder than most cars. It’s by far the loudest bike to come out of his shop. Matt cut and raked the frame for the front 26 inch wheel that I have to say looks amazing. He then stretched the tank, the bags and the rear fender, covered the seat to match then had Todd Cycles make a set a bars that look great on the bike. After it was all said and done I was very happy with the outcome! As I was telling Matt so, he told me he had a little surprise for me - I was blown away again to see he had installed a remote start with flame thrower he thought it would be a nice touch.... I thought so too!!

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Specs Owner: J.R Perez Brand Name: Harley Davidson Model: Road Glide Year: 2010 Builder: Matt Shay Audiowerks Custom Cycles Build Time: 3 Months Paint/Graphics: Audiowerks Custom Cycles Front Wheel: 26’ Renegade Yukon Rear wheel: Stock 16” HD

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vets corner Across the United States, “retreats” have opened up to help wounded warriors and their families adjust to life back in the U.S. and “wind down” from the war. There are probably more in Michigan, but I am going to tell you about two that I know of.

A very generous individual donated Wilwin Lodge to the American Legion, department of Michigan. Wilwin Lodge is located in the Upper Peninsula northwest of Trout Lake. From their web site: http://www.wilwin.org, Wilwin is on property that once hosted a large lumbering operation, complete with a mill, railroad spurs and it’s own village. It is now a peaceful retreat deep in the north woods of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The lodge sleeps up to 15 people in a total of 6 bedrooms. With a 2 story atrium and dual stone fireplaces, it’s a stunning building. The property consists of nearly 600 wooded acres, a total of 5 buildings, including the lodge and Soldier’s retreat, and nearly 10 miles of well-maintained trails. Wilwin has three missions: Mission #1: Provide free rest and recuperation vacations for returning service members and their families. Mission #2: Add other uses and be self-sustaining in 5 years. Mission #3: Improve and increase facilities and capacity for more uses and be established as a permanent function of The American Legion in 10 years. Individuals who are interested in staying at Wilwin can fill out the application located at http://www.michiganlegion. org/pdfs/wilwin_application.pdf A recent retreat in progress is Camp Santo. Camp Santo is run by Jim Santo and is located near Shepherd, near

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the Isabella county line. Jim recently obtained 501c3 status for Camp Santo. The camp consists of 20 acres that are wooded with a river running through it. The “bunkhouse” is a work in progress. Jim is a combat Vietnam vet, and the camp’s focus is for combat vets to be able to relax and talk with someone who has “been there, done that”, communicate with someone who has shared similar experiences. Another use Jim has for the camp is for a veteran who needs a place to stay for a couple of days. The camp’s website is not operational yet, but in the near future will be at http://www.campsanto.com. Individuals interested in the facility can call Jim at 989828-4651. David McCallister “Possum” Retired AF MSgt computer tech. Norad Cheyenne Mt CO, Misawa AB Japan, Boerfink MTK Germany, RAF Croughton England, Tinker AFB OK.

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EDITOR’S NOTE: A few years back we ran a series of articles focusing on how to effectively plan, organize, promote, and execute various motorcycle events – starting with the Poker Run. After countless requests for reprints and updates we decided to revisit the topic this Spring and update the series. For immediate assistance with your next event, please send an inquiry to ThunderRoadsOhio@gmail.com

“A poker run is an organized event where participants, usually using motorcycles,.., must visit five to seven checkpoints, drawing a playing card at each one. The object is to have the best poker hand at the end of the run. The event has a time limit, however the participants are not timed—winning is purely a matter of chance.”

- From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

“A poker run is basically a chance for folks to get together and ride, hang out and have a good time for the day – and then end up at a party! And a lot of times, it’s for a good cause which makes it that much cooler!” =- Hairy George, promoter and motorcycle activist

ikers celebrate a lifestyle that is built around riding and enjoying the camaraderie of other bikers. With our increasingly hectic lifestyle, few of us have the opportunity to take off on an Easy Rider style ride. More often we look for local organized rides as a chance to meet other riders and simply get out on the bike. Some of the most popular events are the local poker runs that fill our event listings all summer long. Over the last few years, more and more organizations have taken to hosting motorcycle poker runs as a means to raise funds and spread awareness. In many cases, the poker runs are hosted by local biker bars; but often times the host organizations have nothing to do with riding at all! Despite any stereotypes or 94

media attention otherwise, our society has certainly recognized the generosity of bikers and our willingness to help others. Thunder Roads spoke with Hairy George, an old school biker and veteran event organizer, about Poker Runs and their increasing popularity. “Years ago, there were four or five bike poker runs that every one attended. Now there are a dozen every weekend. Some of us joke that one of these days we’re going to find ourselves riding on the Wounded Butterfly Run,” Hairy laughs. “It’s not a bad thing, but certainly some runs are better then others. And I’m not just talking about the cause, but the ride itself.” Without a doubt there are many important considerations when

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it comes to planning any charity event – and there are many unique ones when it comes to planning a motorcycle ride. Even if you’re an experienced rider, that doesn’t necessarily make you competent to host an event. Planning a ride for 1,000, 200, or even 100 riders is a lot different then planning a run for you and a few friends. “One of the most common mistakes I’ve seen made is planning a route with cross-traffic stops. For instance, if you’re routing everyone west bound your stops should be on the north side of the road – allowing your riders to make an easy right turn into the stop. If your stop is on the other side of the road, the riders are forced to stop and wait for on-coming traffic. This can hold up traffic and cause problems, especially if you have a lot of riders,” comments George. “And these problems can lead to someone getting hurt or worse.” If this is your first motorcycle event or ride, we would certainly recommend that you find someone with experience in organizing such events. Our first recommendation would be to partner with an entire organization that has experience in such things. There are countless riding organizations out there. From Harley Owners Groups ™ and traditional AMA motorcycle clubs to civil service and military riding groups, there are plenty of experienced groups that can help with your event. ABATE (American Bikers Aimed Toward Education) is a grass roots, non-profit organization focused on motorcyclist’s rights and promoting safe riding practices. They have chapters throughout the state and have great resources when it comes to organizing a riding event.

the volunteers or resources to pay staff to work your event. If you don’t, there’s no point in going any further. The first group that you need to identify is your key organizers and leadership. If you have a large enough pool – you can set up committees to tackle specific tasks. For large rides with enough key personnel to pull it off, the following are standard committees or areas of responsibility. • Ride Logistics • One-Site Logistics • Registration • Volunteer • Marketing • Sponsorship • Awards • Social If you have enough people, you can set up committees to address each of these areas. If you don’t, a few hard working and dedicated individuals can cover these responsibilities. Either way, they need to be covered.

The key – as in most things, is planning and working with knowledgeable people. Thunder Roads recently spent some time brainstorming and working with Rich “The Lube Guy” Marinucci on some upcoming events. Rich is the host of countless events and resident Master of Ceremonies at the Quaker Steak and Lube in Columbus. In that capacity he has been involved in the planning and execution of hundreds of motorcycle themed rides and events over the years. We took some notes and asked a few questions about organizing a ride or poker run.

There are also professional organizations and promoters that handle such events as well. As “The mistake that many people The key to a successful poker run is a always it’s a question of cost and make is that they over-complicate well thought out and executed plan. return on investment. A grass things. Keep things simple and roots riding organization may be easy to manage,” Rich advises. able to bring a lot of volunteers “Start your planning early, so (and consequently riders) to your event – all for a portion of the that you have plenty of time to work things out. Everything has proceeds or maybe even just for the exposure. A marketing pro- to be manageable and the key to that is to keep things simple.” fessional or event organizer may do it all for a flat fee – working “By the first of the year, we are pretty much booked out with all with your own volunteers or his staff and temps. It all depends of our rides (At QSL Columbus) for the upcoming season. Many upon your situation and the dynamics of your situation. A 50% of these are year round projects for the organizations that host split with a local riding organization may end up costing a lot them, some though are smaller efforts put on by a few volunteers more then a $3,000 consulting fee charged by a professional or organizers. Many of those take at least 4-6 months of adpromoter. But if you find a partner charity with a large volunteer vance planning.” base – they may work a deal that is much more beneficial for Indeed, after you have determined that you have the people you. It all depends upon your specific resources and needs. Most importantly, you need to determine how many people you needed to pull off your event – the next step is to determine a have available to help plan, promote, and finally host the event. date for the event. A date that allows enough time for you to effectively plan, doesn’t conflict with other events in the area, and The first step in planning a Poker Run “is making sure that you makes sense in terms of weather. have enough people to work the event,” according to George. Being in Ohio, there are some fundamental restrictions in terms “There’s a lot of work to be done before hand, which a few hard working people can knock out; but you’re going to need people of our riding season. Traditionally, our season starts in May and ends in October. May and October are both dicey though, as to work the actual event.” inclement weather can hit us on either end of the season. It’s “From the folks handing out the cards to people flagging the bikes not uncommon for parts of Ohio to get hit with snow in October in the lot, it takes a lot of people to host a well organized run.” and the last few May’s have been amongst the wettest on record. Regardless of where they come from, you will need bodies to Fall runs get complicated with end of summer commitments, last pull the event off. You need to be confident that you have either continued...

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minute vacations, football, and school being in session - so September and even late August events are more difficult to promote. So that leaves us with June through early August as our primary season. This equates to approximately 11 weekends for you and everyone else planning motorcycle events to choose from.

year event and you are looking to reach out to unknown riders in the community – you will need to allow yourself at least 6 to 8 weeks. If you are looking to secure sponsorships and outside contributions, you should allow yourself at least 3 to 4 months of advance work. Of course a lot of this depends upon how So your next consideration is what else is already going on many people you have working on the Poker Run. If you have a larger organization to draw on for support and contributions, in your area? For this you need you can organize things much to consult with the various dealmore quickly. If it’s a smaller erships and venues in your area. Poker Runs can bring together riders team project – such as your loYou can call them up, check their of all styles and backgrounds. cal bar or local riding club; you websites, or even just ask around. will need to allow yourself more Veteran riders in your area will time to knock off everything know all of the big, established that’s on the list. events. For instance, in Northeast Ohio the Louie Run is traditionally the first big riding event of the season. Since 1984, The Louie Run has been held the first Sunday of May and attracts around 5,000 riders every year – regardObviously one of the most less of the weather. It’s a great critical aspects of hosting a time and tradition for most riders Poker Run is determining the in the area. It would be hard to route and stops of the actual imagine another ride being sucrun. Unfortunately, though, the cessful on that same date anywhere critical considerations are not close. always so obvious. The overall success of the event, though, is If you’re planning a first year impacted dramatically by your event, I’ve found that it’s helpful to choice of stops and the experifollow another event that might alence of your riders at them. low you the opportunity to promote

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your run. For instance, if you are hosting a poker run or charity run in Northeast Ohio – I’d recommend you getting a booth at the Louie Run. It’s a great chance to promote your ride to thousands of dedicated riders. If your ride is within an hour of Painesville (The Louie Run ends at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Painesville) and in May or June, I wouldn’t miss it for the world.

When determining your route you first need to identify your starting and ending point, and then you fill in the points in between. You ideally need at least five stops, but you can adjust that by giving multiple cards or skipping cards at the start of the run. (There are a lot of considerations to the handling of the cards - which we will discuss in another segment. Suffice it to say, though, that we are not necessarily always fans of simply having riders draw cards at each stop along the way.) Your route should be between 50-100 miles and most riders prefer to avoid highways. The route should not involve areas of heavy traffic, if possible; but there should be sufficient gas stations and other stops along the way for riders if need be.

When bikers have a great time at an event, they often get primed for “the next ride” so I enjoy striking while the “iron’s hot”. These established events often present a great opportunity for you to present your ride to a group of riders together, when it’s easy to get everyone to commit. When launching a new ride, it’s worth considering opportunities such as this. Every little thing helps and it’s worth considering not only things that might conflict with your date, but also things that might contribute to your numbers as well. The earlier your ride falls in the season, the less time you have to promote it to riders through other riding events or bike nights. This is especially important to consider for new rides. Lastly, you need to feel comfortable that you’ve allowed yourself enough time to effectively plan and market your ride. If you are an experienced organizer with a solid pool of riders to draw from, (ie. from a riding club, customer base, or larger organization) you may be able to throw together a ride in just a few weeks. If you or your organization are new to the motorcycle community or inexperienced in planning a ride – you need to allow yourself more time to effectively plan the run. If this is a first 96

Your starting and ending points are the most high profile stops. Both points should have enough space for parking the bikes - as well as any cages driven by others frequenting the location, your own staff, and other various vehicles. You can have smaller stops along the way as not everyone will be hitting them at the same time, but you need to assume that everyone (and then some) will be at the start and finish of the ride. Generally your starting point has less requirements then the ending point. You will need to make certain that there are accessible restrooms for those preparing to ride off. You will also need space, tables, etc. for registration and breakfast if you are serving it. The ending point is a little more critical, as most events plan

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around some sort of social activity at the conclusion of the run. Bands, DJ’s, Pig Roasts, Dinners, etc.. are all great ways to conclude a ride event - but you will need to make certain that your final destination can accommodate all of your riders, volunteers, and folks that may just wish to show up for the party. If you are hosting the Poker Run as a bar, restaurant, or other location that seeks to benefit from the business or traffic - don’t dismiss the possibility of using a different starting point. The ending point is where most of the revenue is at and has the most potential for keeping riders the longest, so if you’re the event planner - you want to keep that one. The starting point, though, is really a great opportunity to tie in a local dealership, a popular or highly visible destination (such as a state park or local landmark), or a key sponsor. I would make certain, though, that the alternative starting point brings something to the table. If they don’t - just have everyone leave your place and then come back. If you are organizing this event for a charity or other group that doesn’t necessarily have an interest in a particular location - you should assign the starting and ending locations to those sponsors / supporters that have contributed the most and have the means of properly meeting the needs of your event. The starting and ending points have the most promotional value, although its worth noting that if you’re doing a bar run that’s starting at 10 or 11am - the starting point may not serve up as much beer as those later stops.

For example, I’ve worked on a number of poker runs where they had local service shops as sponsors. A bike shop may or may not be a suitable poker run stop, it all depends on the specifics of the location and what they have to offer your riders. I’m a big believer that any poker run stop should have something of interest to those participating. Stops certainly don’t have to all be bars or restaurants, parks and cool riding destinations are ideal poker run stops. It also works nicely for both riders and the other stops, if they are not expected to spend a lot of time at every locations. However, I don’t think you should simply route all of your riders through a stop where they simply get off their bike, get their card stamped, and then ride on. The ride should be fun and interesting, not simply a race around town. One of our favorite riding destinations (and certainly a strong supporter of Thunder Roads, as well) is Bear’s Vintage Metal Works in Ravenna. They not only have a cool retail shop, but they have a vintage Harley themed museum as well. Lots of stuff Thunder Roads Magazine OHIO

You can always add some excitement to just about any stop - the key is to make it interesting but practical. For instance, a really great shot special or giving away free alcohol at a stop - doesn’t necessarily make a lot of sense. For a variety of legal, liability, and logistical reasons - that doesn’t make sense for a stop on the run. Nor does inviting riders to oil wrestle at a stop - don’t laugh, I’ve seen it. Needless to say, but the folks that lubed up and wrestled at stop #2 - didn’t make it through to the rest of the ride. However, a bikini bike wash is a fun thing that can be held just about anywhere and doesn’t necessarily involve getting riders wet. A service shop might also free dyno runs as folks come through. Obviously they can’t run everyone through - but the shop could offer certificates for others to come back. This is a GREAT way to showcase the shop and get riders back in. When you identify potential locations, it’s important to meet with the venue as soon as possible. You need to let them know what you are doing and what your expectations are of them. You will need to confirm that the date is available and that they are interested in having you come by.

We will talk about sponsors in more depth later, but obviously the are a consideration in determining a route. Without a doubt, all of your stops should be sponsors and your primary sponsors should be stops - if at all possible. As you begin planning your route, you should start by identifying the sponsors and their locations. You should also consider the practicality bringing the ride through the locations and their appeal to your riders as stops.

to see and a cool poker run stop.

Assumptions are rarely a good idea and never when it comes to planning an event. NEVER assume anything when it comes to your stops. Starting from the simple question of whether they want you there and will they support your event. If it’s a good location and potential partner - but not necessarily already involved, you should go into sales mode. Sell them on your event. Sell them on your cause and sell them on you as an event organizer. Go over every detail with them and make sure that they realize that you are running a well executed event. As a motorcycle promoter and through my involvement with Thunder Roads, I’ve worked with hundreds of different venues in regards to hosting events and rides. I’ve heard countless horror stories about poorly planned events - but I am still amazed at how often people tell me of groups simply showing up unannounced at a location on an “organized” ride. “We get groups coming through all the time, and I just wish they would call ahead and let us know!” commented Bear, from Bear’s in Ravenna. “The most frustrating thing is when a run comes through on a day we aren’t even open! Our hours vary throughout the year, including our Sunday hours. And every year, we get rides coming out on Sundays when we are closed. Just call us!” Starting with the initial notification and a well thought-out plan, a venue will appreciate and respect your event much more if you take the proper steps to work with them. A popular biker

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bar or riding destination may get approached by dozens of new groups every year asking them to host a stop. If you start off on the right foot, you will find that these venues can become more then simply stops - they can become partners. Tony Allison, owner of The Villa in Huber Heights, welcomes all riders - but he can really roll out the red carpet for rides that help promote his popular biker stop. “We can do a lot of things, especially with our outdoor bar. If they make us the ending stop and have the riders - I’ll roast a pig or put something out there for them.” As an event organizer, you need to recognize that this is a business for most of the locations. Regardless of your cause or how passionate you are - it has to make good business sense for the owner of the bar or restaurant. Despite all the “scary biker” stereotypes you hear, the word is out - and people have realized that bikers have big hearts. We will actively support many causes and help out when we can, so virtually every charity under the sun has some sort of riding event. Local charities, needy families, and even major international organizations such as the Red Cross all come knocking on the door of popular biker hang outs asking for support or to host a ride. In a past life, I ran several popular restaurant / bars; and I couldn’t even keep track of the number of people that came by asking for support. If you recognize this going in and take a proactive sales approach to your event, you will be much more successful. Here are some tips to pitching your event to a stop: Call ahead and schedule a convenient time to stop by and present your event. Don’t simply show up and expect them to stop what they are doing. Don’t ever stop by a restaurant or bar during their peak hours and ask to speak with a manager or owner. (It’s disrespectful and even if they say it’s ok - it’s not.) Have an organized, thought out presentation prepared. This could include a list of other sponsors, pictures from last year’s event, and a simple sheet outlining the event (a mock-up / preview of the event flyer works great!) Have a detailed plan on how you will market / promote your ride. Clearly present your expectations and what you would like their contribution to be. Spell it out with several options in terms of participation. If you take a realistic, practical approach with these suggestions - you should set yourself apart from everyone else that is asking for assistance or wanting to bring their ride through. So, what is fair to expect in return?

just .50 or $1 - it’s a slap in the face to your event and the riders coming through. But you would be amazed at how often it happens..” according to Youngstown area promoter, Hairy George. An involved bar or restaurant should also consider some sort of food special for riders - or simply putting out something complimentary. In many cases, having hot dogs and chili is a great option. It’s quick, easy, and very popular. If a bar or restaurant has a hundred riders coming through - they don’t want to get bogged down with a bunch of menu orders. And riders don’t want to get stuck waiting for their food while everyone else takes off for the next stop. Venues may choose to offer free food in order to get riders to spend more time at their stop. In many cases they can turn to their own suppliers to donate product which they can then offer to you. In return you help promote their stop and possibly the company that donated the product.

Things to Note regarding Stop Logistics:

• Avoid cross traffic stops whenever possible.

• Advise local municipalities / law enforcement of each stop and your overall route. (More to follow on this.) • Each checkpoint should have some means of communicating with the event chair and other stops in case of questions or emergency. • Confirm that adequate restroom facilities are available at each location (port-a-potties if needed). • Have one designated contact at each location and make certain that they are on-site for the event. • Confirm that supplies and all necessary materials are prepared for each stop and on site, the day before or morning of. • The route and all stops should be pre-rode at least 3 times, including at least one ride through the day before or morning of the event. • Have someone in the lot to direct bikes to where they should park, especially on larger rides.

At the absolute minimum, a location should commit to being open and properly staffed for your event. They should also commit to assisting with the promotion of the event - hanging posters and handing out flyers. They should also commit to not gauging your riders. “You need to make sure that your stops don’t jack up their prices as your riders come through. Even if they raise the prices by 98

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I strongly believe that every stop should contribute something to support a charity ride coming through, but that contribution needs to be practical in terms of the return they receive business wise. You cannot expect businesses to simply donate of themselves because of the worthiness of your cause. Some will, but it is not always practical to run a business that way - especially when you consider how many people ask this of them. Don’t dismay, though, the key to getting venues and other sponsors to support your event is to build a clear marketing plan. Capitalize on the promotional value of your event and offer sponsors the opportunity to share in the exposure you will generate. This is a winwin for everyone. You are creating real business value for sponsors and promoting your event at the same time.

As you build this marketing plan and consider the contributions you might ask of your stops, you certainly need to be realistic in terms of your event expectations. I just heard a story from one of our dealerships about an event they helped host last year. “The women seemed very organized, but clearly wasn’t a rider. She kept on telling us that she had 250 riders going on the run - which was coming to our dealership. So, we planned accordingly. We scheduled extra staff, roped off a section of the parking lot, and brought in a catering company to offer com-

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plimentary food to the riders. It was for a good cause and we wanted to put on a good show for the dealerships - to these 250 riders, “ the Marketing Director related. “Looking back, though, we should have questioned why she was so specific as to the number of riders. It was always 250 when she spoke. Never less, never more.”

these outside businesses. You need to create an event and plan that is beneficial to all involved.

“Well, the event came and we had everything ready. Unfortunately, though, there was not a single rider. It turns out that she had printed 250 cards for the event, which she then handed out at some bike nights earlier in the year. She simply assumed that everyone would come. Her own organization was not a motorcycle based group - so it had no riders of its own and they had no real understanding of how these events work.” “We spent a lot of money on that morning, and we really fed our customers well that day - but it was a total loss in terms of the event. We chalked it all up as a hard learned lesson in terms of event planning.” She lamented, “Going forward I am much more skeptical of those that approach us and we assume that they know nothing about in terms of event planning. We need to do it all ourselves.” That’s obviously an extreme example, but it highlights the challenges that events such as poker runs present to a host stop. It’s an investment for these businesses and in most cases, especially with the larger stops, someone is going to be held accountable for the financial results of their contribution - in terms of dollars, time, and other resources. Never forget that as you deal with

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The real challenge of orchestrating a successful Poker Run is creating a positive relationship between the multitude of parties that you may find yourself working with as you plan and execute your event. Even on the most basic poker run, planning may involve: starting and ending destination venues, a charity organization and all of their volunteers / supporters, sponsors, riders, stops along the way (more businesses and organizations - and all of their people), law enforcement, multiple municipalities, media, local riding clubs that wish to participate, and the list can go on. A large part of your success depends upon your ability to balance the needs of everyone involved and making them all happy! Good Luck! Derek Smith is the Publisher of Thunder Roads Ohio, owner of Iron Cowboy Productions, LLC and has been promoting events for more years then he will admit to. For more information on marketing or planning your event - email: smith.ironcowboy@gmail.com. COMING UP, in next month’s issue. How to secure sponsorships and outside contributions for your event. We will also be featuring a listing of Poker Run destinations. If you have a bar, restaurant, dealerships, or other riding destination that is interested in being a stop on poker runs this summer – send us an email at ThunderRoadsOhio@gmail.com Please include contact information and some details on your stop.

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Sly hill showdown

In David’s words, “Approaching this years commemorative piece was highly influenced by my March

Daytona release. As I did earlier in the year, I wanted to portray some unusual moment that may happen during the course of the Rally. In this case, I chose the depiction of a classic hot rod interacting with one of the largest growing segments of the riding community, a woman. Last year, I followed 3 of the coolest Rat Rods out to the Buffalo Chip, and intrigued with what these guys had done with their cars, I realized that they were amazingly similar to the custom bike builders I know. As an artist, I am always looking for a unique angle, so I decided to put them together, way outside the fray of the huge crowds on Main Street. They are on Sly Hill Road, just underneath the Sly H ill Sturgis sign that we all have come to know and love. I hope you enjoy this years commemorative.”

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Thunder Paws is an effort by Thunder Roads Ohio to showcase and raise awareness for rescues and shelters across Ohio. Many of these programs are in dire need of assistance and we know that many of our readers would welcome the opportunity to help. Each month we will showcase an organization and some of the animals that they are working to place. If you are working with a shelter / rescue or would like to recommend one for us to feature - please email us at: ThunderRoadsOhio@gmail.com

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The Rescue Inn is a non-profit, foster-based rescue organization dedicated to saving the lives of dogs in need. We are run by a dedicated group of individuals who are passionate about our four-legged friends. It takes a village to save a dog and to support that dog on its journey to a forever home. We promote responsible animal ownership and provide medical treatment, foster care and training to unwanted, abandoned, lost or surrendered animals. We place those animals into loving and permanent homes. Our animals are spayed/neutered, receive appropriate veterinary care and are placed into a safe, secure foster home while waiting for their permanent home. We also strive to work with other area shelters and rescues to develop a network of supporters and volunteers in order to enhance our rescue mission.

Hi! I am Dice and they say I’m a mix of Chihuahua and Jack Russell Terrier – but I say that I’m just plain cute. I mean, look at these awesome ears! I am only 6 months old, weigh just 15 lbs. If so, contact Dawn at 440-785-6868 or dwiemer6@yahoo.com for more information. Can’t wait to meet you! Lincoln is an adorable 1-year-old Dachsund/Hound mix ready for his furever family! A home with another dog and/ or children are a must for this boy! If you are interested Lincoln, contact his adoption consultant Lee, at 440-554-3828 or pulver. puppylove5@gmail.com for more information. Hi! I’m Stewart and one of three puppies just rescued by The Rescue Inn! I am 8 weeks old and and as cute as can be. Contact Kellie, my adoption consultant, at 440-263-1036 or kelliegaebelein@hotmail.com if you are interested in adopting me!

The Rescue Inn, Inc. (TRI) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, foster-based safehaven for dogs journeying to their permanent homes. Visit our website at www.therescueinn.com or find us on Petfinder & Adopt A Pet! Thunder Paws® is a legally registered Trademark under Thunder Publishihg, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

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ATV Motocross 101:

First Trip to the Track By Seth Fargher ATV.com

said, really any Sport ATV that you feel comfortable on will be sufficient for giving motocross a try.

So you’ve seen pictures of the top racers in magazines and read all about ATV motocross over the Internet, but to this point, you’ve restricted your ATV riding to the pasture, the trails, or maybe the occasional trip to the dunes. Yes, racing, jumping, and roosting around a motocross track looks like a good time, but it takes a whole different kind of person to actually get out there and do it, right? While your apprehension has merit, it might not be as difficult as you’d think to translate your riding from the trails to the track. I’m not talking about racing, but merely getting out on a motocross track to burn some laps and try out this alternative, and incredibly fun, format of ATV riding. Equipment One of the biggest reasons people give for avoiding the motocross track is that they don’t have the right equipment. Either their ATV isn’t sporty enough or the stock components are unsuitable for the rigors of motocross. Depending on the particular ATV you ride, I might agree with you if you were racing. However, since we’re talking about just getting out and having some fun on a motocross track, virtually any Sport ATV will be sufficient, even in stock form. Just about any of the current production Sport ATVs will be sufficient with the 450cc class machines being the obvious choice. Power-toweight ratio is what ultimately makes a great motocross ATV, so the lighter Sport ATVs are going to be the best choice. That being 112

Some more good news is that you really don’t need any special equipment just to practice on a motocross track. While nearly all tracks require ATVs to make use of a tether cord kill switch and nerf bars on race day, most don’t require any special equipment for practice. Lower profile 18-inch tires will come in handy as you improve your skills and get more serious about motocross, but for our purposes the stock setup on just about any machine will be fine. To play it safe, you can check with the track to make sure they don’t require any special equipment for practice only, but if the track is open to quads, you more than likely you can run what ya brung! Most manufacturers provide a standard pre-ride checklist that includes things like checking the oil, air filter and tire pressure. I would pay extra attention to making sure the air filter is clean and properly oiled. Also make sure all of the wheel lug nuts are tight. Losing a wheel or having your engine cut out over a jump because it sucked in sand is a bad deal for anyone, especially someone trying motocross for the first time. These few precautions will help lessen the chance of equipment failure and enhance your first motocross experience. Location Depending on where you live in the country, finding a motocross track might be your biggest challenge. Some states are more ATV friendly than others and unfortunately, our two-wheeled friends have gone to great lengths to keep ATVs off many exciting and popular tracks around the country. However, many OHV areas and off-road complexes still cater to the ATV crowd and if you look hard enough, you should be able to find a motocross track that allows ATVs within a few hours drive of your home. Again, the search will largely depend on your immediate geographical area. I would begin by stopping by your local powersports dealership. Undoubtedly these guys will know of any tracks in the immediate area and if that fails, Google is where we find seemingly everything these days. I would begin by searching for motocross tracks in your state and then contact them directly or

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One good way to get to know a track and its jumps is to follow a more experienced rider.

visit their websites to see if they allow quads and when. While some motocross tracks are not so quad friendly, many of Thunder Roads Ohio is them (our favorite ones) pleased to offer a listing of still believe in supporting tracks in our Biker Friendly Directory, as well as listings the sport and will often from our friends at CRA times have ATV-specific and other sponsoring practice days. Some of tracks. We highly the bigger complexes recommend calling ahead will even have ATV-only and asking about options tracks that are open for for new riders. You may quads all the time. These be surprised at some of the are usually the best placprograms they have. es to start because most ATV-specific tracks are fairly tame with no large jumps. While experienced motocross riders tend to find these tracks a little mellow, they are great for beginners because you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to worry about sharp edges, steep jump faces and large doubles. OHV parks are another place to find excellent, entry-level motocross tracks. Different from motocross complexes, many off-road parks offer trail riding, rock crawling and a host of other off-road experiences. Because these parks tend to cater to a wide range of users, if they feature a motocross track, my experiences has been that they are usually pretty tame. For one, the facility has a lot more to do than focus on maintaining the motocross track. Secondly, facilities like this want to appeal to a wider ranger of users and skill levels. For that reason, most motocross tracks in big off-road parks and complexes tend to lean toward the tamer side.

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Safety Less is not always more and when it comes to safety, I’m going to say better safe than sorry. At minimum, the standard helmet, gloves, goggles, over the ankle boots, protective pants, and long sleeve shirt should be worn. Not all motocross racers wear chest protectors or roost deflectors because they can feel somewhat restrictive; however, for your first time on a motocross track I highly recommend one. While the goal is not to crash, when you start working towards jumping the risk factor increases and a chest protector can save you from broken ribs in the event you gut check the handlebars or happen to fall off the ATV. I would also recommend a mouthpiece. Some people probably think that’s overkill, but if you’re going to be attempting jumps for the first time, it only takes hitting your jaw or mouth on the handlebars once to leave a lasting impression. A 99-cent mouth guard is a lot cheaper (and less painful) than hundreds or thousands of dollars in dental work. Believe me…I know. Lastly, I strongly recommend outfitting your goggles with several tear-off lenses to ensure you’re vision is always clear. While you’re not going to be racing anyone, there will likely be other people on the track and most motocross tracks I’ve ridden have been heavily watered. Poor visibility from a splash of mud or roost from another rider is the last thing you need while navigating a motocross track for the first time. On Track Rather than just pinning it down the start straight, it’s important to get acquainted with a track before you start going wide open. If you’re not familiar with jumping, a motocross track is going to be a very new experience. Use your first few laps to go out and familiarize yourself with the track layout and the feel of the obstacles. Because things like jumps and whoop sections on motocross tracks are man made, they can be very different than the ones that develop naturally in the dunes or on the trails. Jumping is without a doubt one of the most thrilling yet intimidating aspects of riding on a motocross track. It’s important to ride within your abilities and not attempt things like large tabletops, step ups or doubles until you feel comfortable in the air over smaller jumps. Tabletops are a great way to get familiarized with being in the air and gradually work up to jumping higher and farther. When it comes to doubles, different people have different schools of thought. One method is to find someone who is comfortable jumping a particular double and pace that person to match speed. That will allow you to know how fast you’ll need to be going to clear the jump safely. Another method is to gradually work towards clearing a double by jumping the first one and rolling the second. Gradually increase your speed until you are landing almost at the base of the second jump. That will give you an idea of how much you’ll need to increase your speed to 114

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successfully downside the second jump. When it comes to jumping or really any aspect of motocross, the name of the game is ride within your ability. Spend lots of time on the track and gradually work up to doing the bigger tabletops and doubles. Keep in mind there are other people on the track of varying skill levels. If practice sessions are broken up by skill level, make sure you go out with the beginner group. Your buddies at school might be impressed if you tell them you practiced with the pros, but if you’re out their rolling the jumps and not moving at the same pace as the other people on the track, you’re risking danger to others as well as yourself. If it’s open practice, meaning anyone on any machine or skill level is allowed on the track, keep a watchful eye out for others. If you can hear someone behind you and you’re moving slower, veer to the side or pull off the track and let faster riders pass. It’s good etiquette and it gives everyone the opportunity to have the same great experience of riding motocross. With that, hopefully we’ve silenced your fears about giving motocross a try and given you the tools to find a track near you as well as a few tips to help you get out and burn some laps. Ride safe, ride smart, and have fun!

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SHOP 101

How to Prevent (and if that doesn’t work.. Repair)

Cross Threaded Fasteners!

From Goldwingdocs.com Cross-threading is more than just an annoyance - cross-threading a fastener can cause serious, expensive damage to your motorcycle! Cross thread something like a spark plug into the soft aluminum head (very easy to do!) and you will be in for a world of hurt trying to fix it. Even cross-threading everyday fasteners like ordinary nuts and bolts can do damage. What is cross-threading? It means the threads on the male part of a rotating fastener aren’t correctly lined up with the female part of the fastener. It’s usually caused when one of the parts of the fastener is slightly tilted when it is tightened. Instead of the lands and grooves of the threads lining up and sliding along one another, the threads cut across one another, causing damage. The more it’s forced, the more damage occurs, to the point where the fastener becomes “stripped” - the threads are so damaged, that the fastener will no longer tighten correctly. (Stripping a fastener can also occur when it is tightened beyond design limits, causing the threads to break - this is why you should use a torque wrench!) Spark plugs are infamous for cross-threading. The fork tube covers (wide, thin threads) are also easily cross-threaded. The larger in diameter the fastener, and the finer the threads, the more susceptible the fastener is to cross-threading. Not to say that coarse (wide, more distant) threaded fasteners can’t be crossthreaded! You can even cross-thread the lid on a peanut butter jar if you try hard enough! You can detect a cross-threaded fastener usually because it “binds” as you turn it. Normally fasteners should rotate freely until they are fully tight. If the fastener starts to bind, or give resistance when it is only partway in, gently back it out, adjust the angle, and try again. If the bolt is torqued in even though you feel resistance, meaning it is crossthreaded, it will shave away metal on both the male and female parts of the fastener, weakening the threads:

How to prevent cross-threading So...how do you prevent this? Diligence and attention is always a good way. However, there is a very simple technique which I have used for many, many years. I don’t know that anyone taught it to me, I suspect I just figured it out on my own. However, it works on every threaded fastener, and I use it every single time I screw any fastener into place, even bottle caps and jar lids! It works every timeThe secret: Screw the fastener in place BACKWARD. That’s right, turn the fastener backwards instead of forward. If you normally twist the bolt clockwise to tighten it, instead twist it counter-clockwise. Do this until you hear/feel it click. This is the end of the male thread going past the end of the female thread. Once you feel this, you know the threads are perfectly aligned, and you can tighten the fastener normally.

If the fastener is torqued very tight while crossthreaded, the threads can fail completely, destroying the bolt, the nut, or both: Thunder Roads Magazine OHIO ®

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Taps (the long thin pieces) are used to cut threads in holes, and dies (the roundish pieces) are used to cut threads on rods. They are made of very hard, high-strength carbon steel. Normally taps and dies are used to cut threads in things that aren’t already threaded - i.e. you can drill a hole in some metal, then use a tap to create threads in the hole. Or you can take a metal rod, and use a die to make it into a threaded rod. However, they are also good for repairing damaged threads. You will need: - Tap and die of the correct size and thread pitch (this is important! Using the wrong size or pitch will destroy your fastener even more!) - Tapping lubrican Use the lubricant to lubricate the tap, die, bolt, hole, everything. Not using lubricant is a good way to destroy your tap/die and quickly destroy the threads in the piece you are trying to repair. Gently insert the tap into the hole or the nut, and make sure the threads are lined up correctly. This is not the time to cross-thread again, because the tap will very easily cut across the existing threads! Gently twist the tap in and let the threads guide it. As it encounters damaged threads, you will feel a very gentle resistance. It’s ok to keep pushing through.

When you’ve moved past the damage, gently turn it backwards until it comes free. A quick warning: It’s entirely possible that you will cut damaged metal threads away from the fastener with the tap or die as you twist it. Particularly on spark plug holes, you don’t want this metal falling into the engine! Use plenty of tapping lubricant, and every time you push through any resistance, back the tap out and clean any metal off before reapplying lubricant and starting again.

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For the other end, you want to thread the die onto the end of the bolt, again being very careful not to cross-thread it as you twist it on. The same procedure goes as for the tap - let the threads guide it into place, and push it through gentle resistance to repair the threads.

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However, some people want a tattoo that offers more sentiment to them, especially since they’ll be wearing it for a lifetime. If you find yourself in need of finding the perfect tattoo idea, it helps to first understand the most popular tattoo styles so that you can begin to either work with your artist and brainstorm ideas. Types of Tattoo Art Styles Tattooing is an art form. Rather than using paper or any other medium for a canvas, a tattoo artist uses your skin. Some of best tattoo artists are those that have actually studied art and familiarized themselves on all different types prior to becoming a tattoo artist. While many artists have a niche, or rather a special or distinct style they have mastered, others excel in all tattoo art styles, simply from their mere talent to the diligent practice and exposure to various forms. Some of the most popular forms of tattoo art styles include: Asian, Biomechanical, Old School/Traditional, black and grey, and tribal designs.

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Asian Loved throughout the world for their colorful and graceful beauty and designs, Asian tattoos include language symbols to full body art depictions of koi fish, cherry blossom tattoos and dragon and tiger tattoos. Geisha women are yet another popular tattoo design if you want to honor the pin-ups of the Eastern world.

Biomechanical For the hardcore sci-fi or industrial types, biomechanical tattoos are a tough choice. Paired with ripped apart flesh or robotic parts, these types of tattoos look best when placed on muscled parts of the body. Think of your legs, arms, or even a neck tattoo and then get inspired by fantastical machinery for a tattoo design. You may choose to draw the design yourself or shop around for a skilled biomechanical tattoo artist.

Traditional Old School Traditional and old school tattoos are often used interchangeably and their designs include eagle tattoos, pinup girls, ships and anchors. From memorial pieces to love and glory tattoos, one of the most popular artists that specialized in creating this type of tattoo style is Norman Keith Collins, also known as Sailor Jerry. You can read more about Sailor Jerry and explore the history of old school tattoos here.

Black and Grey Fine line black and grey tattoos originated in the Chicano communities of East LA during the 1970s. The use of a single-needle created fine lines with smooth and subtle shading in varied shades of black and grey. Once infamous amongst prison mates, today these artsy sketches include roses, memorial and portrait pieces.

Tribal Depicting rich culture and meaning from Native American history, tribal tattoos became a very popular armband piece in the 1990s and lost much of their significance in the process. True tribal tattoos tattooing practices are often considered rites of passage and may involve monks, blessings, and more painful hand-poked tattooing methods. Rich in spiritual meaning, tribal tattoos mark one part of life to the next. continued... Thunder Roads® Magazine OHIO

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If you already know the tattoo style you like, you can narrow your choices and begin to focus on that genre, eliminating all the other ideas that may otherwise overwhelm you during this important decision-making process.

Books, Art and Nature

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Do you want a portrait tattoo of your mother? How about framing it with her favorite flowers? Tattoo magazines and books provide plenty of visual inspiration for design ideas.

Narrowing your favorite art style down to just a few can be helpful in many ways. Once you’ve determined your general likes and dislikes you can begin to add sentiment to your general tattoo idea. Would you like a verse or a special phrase tattoo? Look to your favorite books for quotes and ideas. Biblical tattoos often include a few verses paired with either crosses or angel wings. Do you love the look of Old School designs? Traditional tattoo choices from this category include anchors, pin-ups and ships. How about a tribal tattoo? While tribal tattoos reached their height of popularity during the over-crazed armband fad, those commonplace designs aren’t actually considered authentic tribal pieces. For a true tribal tattoo, you’ll need to do some homework and find an artist that specializes in authentic tribal tattooing. Remember, some tribes frown upon anyone wearing their symbols as tattoos unless they’re part of the tribes, as it can also be considered very disrespectful . To prevent regret, think long and hard about any form of cultural tattoos to make sure they represent your own identity, rather than just a fashion statement.

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Books, art and nature walks can all help you find tattoo ideas. Keep your eyes and mind open and explore different channels of various art forms. Television, movie stars and pop culture also provide endless exposure to tattoo styles and themes.

Remember, tattoo artists are usually always willing to add their creative counsel to your design ideas. Spend some time working with an artist and have them draw up a few pieces once you’re narrowed your style and selection down. While some artists charge a design fee for this process (which is later deducted from your tattoo cost) others will gladly create something custom without adding any extra expense.

Plan Ahead

Planning ahead can be the most difficult part of choosing your tattoo idea. If you’re the type who tattoos on a whim, you may be better off just learning your favorite style and then just going with it. You can also intertwine all different tattoo art styles rather than stick to one basic theme. Lastly, write it down. Get a journal and keep it handy whenever a tattoo design strikes your fancy. Record the details, style and shape and refer to your journal as needed to find tattoo ideas. Whether you detail the most magnificiant tattoo you spied on the subway, or simply write down your favorite verse, when the tattoo itch strikes, a journal will ensure you’re prepared with a meaningful tattoo idea, which can then be translated into custom body art.

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If you live in the Midwest, you like me wait and wait for riding season to begin. I try to ride all year when possible, but no matter how tough you think you are, you aren’t riding in feet of snow and 10 below. As I write this for the May Edition of TRO, it’s still mid April. Last weekend it was above 60 degrees and we had a great ride, and earlier this week it peaked above 80 for one day. What screwy weather patterns we have now a days. I remember as a kid growing up in the 70’s we had a pretty standard weather pattern and seasons. Any more who knows from one month to the next? We have a club ride planned this weekend, and of course the high is supposed to be 50, and it will dip into the high 30’s when the sun goes down. Wonderful. I figured this month I’d get on Thunder Zone. This year we will board with promoting Ohio Bike be starting off at the Comfort Inn Week in Sandusky Ohio May on Milan (Route 250). I know Moonshine (left) with Jesse 31st through June 9th 2013. If the TRO gang will put together a James Dupree (center) you’re reading this in Ohio or bunch of fun for you all. I heard surrounding states you don’t rumor of a bikini party there want to miss the chance to visit too. Looks like I’ll be stopping this event. It has grown so much in the past several for sure! Then I’m heading down to join the crew at our years. As you’ve probably seen the promotions in our downtown booth, on the Pier. From what I understand, latest editions of TRO Magazine, there is a phenomenal the downtown TRO Thunder Zone is playing host to a line up of entertainment as always. This year there’s Bike Show and is smack dab in the middle of everything. Queensryche, Skid Row, Drowning Pool, Blackberry If you’ve never been to Ohio Bike week I highly suggest Smoke, of course the one and only JACKYL with Jesse the trip. There are so many affordable hotels to stay at James Dupree as well as many great smaller venues if even for one night. The vendors have anything and throughout the week! Last year being unemployed at everything any biker could want. My Ole Lady bought the time I was able to go up for the entire week and some great HD sandals a few years ago, and I always help out at the TRO booths. It was exhausting but a lot find one or two things to spend my money on. The of fun. My Club Brothers Moonshine, Redneck and Scoot food is awesome of course. Now if when you’re in the helped work security at our TRO Thunder Zone, and hell Downtown area, typically out across the street on the we only had to throw out a few drunks. Not bad for an waterfront, looks for the Dans Deli Food Trailer. Wendy entire week! Moonshine and I worked with Jackyl and and her family are from my hometown and she feeds Jesse at the VIP Jesse James Dupree Whiskey tasting, me regular late night meals all season, as well as at as well as his charity poker run last year. It was cool to Ohio Bike Week, Wetzel, and many other venues! She meet him and the guys from Jackyl. Aside from that we fed pretty much the entire TRO Thunder Zone crew last got to hang out with some other great clubs and met year! As well there are so many great little bars and some new friends. We stayed at Camp Sandusky in a places to grab a bite while out riding the lakefront. And I cabin and it wasn’t too bad. We worked 10-12 hours a don’t want to forget the Bikes! It’s all about the bikes! It’s day, partied into the early morning and then got up and like a Free Bike Show. You will see so many cool rides, did it again. I was pretty worn out after 7 days of that! paint schemes and accessories! I wish I could go this year for the entire week again, but So the Bike Festival season officially kicks off with the alas I re-joined you working stiffs and got a full time first BIG Midwest event at Ohio Bike Week. It’s our time J-O-B.. I hate it. I will be up there on the last Saturday June 8th, so folks, so get out and getcha some! It will be a Great maybe I’ll see you at one of our booths! Stop by and Week; I hope to meet you there! say howdy and of course pick up the official Ohio Bike As always, thanks for reading! Week guide as printed in this edition. We always have Tasbasco – Tabasco.tro@gmail.com extra copies for you! Plus don’t miss us this year at TRO Thunder Roads® Magazine OHIO

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reetings and warm weather salutations my rider friends! I hope this upcoming season brings all of you the greatest happiness and freedom of the open road that you have ever experienced. It is almost a necessity of modern life to be able to unplug and have the freedom to ‘de-stress’ your life: It can be taking a road trip to a place you never been before or as simple as splitting some logs on a sunny day. Enjoy every single moment of freedom you can get your hands on! Soak it in, relish it, cherish it, remember it and teach it. As I write this there are groups of individuals at the local, state and federal level who are spending every waking moment creating new ways to control your freedoms and deny you your civil rights promised to you under the Bill of Rights. Before I get to my foundation statements by our founding fathers I want to introduce you to a group of men who were true visionaries of their time. They were considered outsiders, too obtuse to understand the dynamics of modern culture and politics. This group of men were from my old stomping grounds of Akron and the leader graduated from Kent State; I guarantee that you have heard some of his creations. Of course I am

talking about, DEVO. The song that was easily 30 years ahead of its time is ‘Freedom of Choice’ and the lyrics that defines our time is this: ‘Freedom of choice, is what you got. Freedom from choice, is what you want’. Our elected officials believe that the majority of people who vote them into office wish to waive their freedoms under the Bill of Rights and allow them to make the choices for them. The politician now makes laws to give you freedom from choice, because you are not smart enough, wealthy enough, pretty enough to intelligently make your own choices for your own life. The Founding Fathers knew of the evils of an overreaching government and how it grows and wishes to control the nongovernmental people. Knowing that government IS the problem they created the Bill of Rights: A listing of individual rights that the government WILL NOT and CANNOT take away from you. Every law that is passed is weighed against whether it violates these individual rights. If it is in violation then the law is struck down. With this in mind let’s take the two most ‘hot button’ issue of our time: Abortion and Gun Control. There is no mention of the process of abortion in the Bill of Rights. Abortion was legally deemed to be found in the definition of the right of personal privacy under the Fourteenth Amendment. The supporters of this legal definition fight toothand-nail for a woman’s right to choose up through the final moments before birth. Please note that I am only commenting on the machinery of the law and how it is currently manifested in order to draw a distinction. What I am trying to get at is a procedure was assumed to fall under the right to privacy and the politicians will spare no expense supporting this law and fighting any type of ‘abortion control’. The Second Amendment is the most simply stated amendment in the entire Bill of Rights: A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep

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and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. For many elitist politicians who have a problem with reading simple English I will translate: The government needs an Army, Navy, Air Force for national defense, but even so,

same 17 round magazine, MY RIGHTS SHALL NOT BE INFRINGED. If only our politicians put the same effort and time into defending our firearms rights as they do to defending other rights? Because the 2nd Amendment is not about hunting and the politicians know it. They want to control your freedom of self-defense and promise you safety. Remember what Benjamin Franklin said about that; ‘Those who would give up essential liberty to purchase a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety’. Instead of enacting new gun laws how about we start arresting criminals who attempt to buy guns? We have a background check system, if someone fails because of a record, arrest them. If someone fails because of a mental health record, arrest them. Don’t solve a criminal problem on the backs of the law abiding.

THE FREE PEOPLE OF THE UNITED STATES CAN OWN AND CARRY AS MANY FIREARMS AS THEY SEE FIT AND THE GOVERNMENT CANNOT MODIFY THIS AGREEMENT, EVER!! (One of my favorite explanations of this is a Youtube video by Penn & Teller, check it out) Since 1973 I have lost count of how many times that a local, state, federal government has infringed on your 2A rights. It seems that any slack-jaw politician loves to trample the victims in order to enact new guncontrol laws. Every time they say the same things; ‘We have to act’, ‘we have to save lives’, ‘too many guns on our streets’. But yet the bad guys, by their very nature, don’t follow the laws. Only good people are disarmed by gun control. If I am a law abiding citizen and I want to have the latest AR or AK style rifle with a standard capacity magazine (which holds 30 rounds) MY RIGHTS SHALL NOT BE INFRINGED. If I am a law abiding citizen and I want to have the latest pistol that my local cops carry, with the

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So to bring this full circle; Freedom of choice means being able to buy a 40oz sugary soda or a modern sporting rifle that looks all big and scary, or a bike that has the speed of an SR-71. If we act and live like we don’t give a damn then the MAN will surely step in and tell you when and how to live your life. Time is running out on the freedom we all grew up with. If football is a game of inches then freedom is an ideology of individuals. Renew your freedom of choice! Demand that the government not infringe on your Civil Right of firearms ownership and never give up! Call, Write, Email, Fax. Let your voices be heard!

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The Thunder Roads Live Music Listing is a listing of recommended stops and

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Ace’s Bar & Grill 32650 Lorain Rd North Ridgeville, Ohio 440-327-3333 May 4 Almost Famous May 7 The Curve May 13 The Sellouts May 21 Jukebox Heros May 28 Poprocks Brother’s Lounge/ Brother’s Wine Bar 11609 Detroit Ave Cleveland, Ohio 216-226-2767 May 3 Roosevelt May 4 Copper Foot May 10 Evil Ways May 11 1988 May 17 Disco Inferno May 18 Madison Crawl May 24 Fifty Amp Fuse May 25 Mo’ Mojo May 31 Cats on holiday June 1 That 80’s Band Blind Bob’s 937-638-6405 May 4 Night Beast May 10 Mockingbird May 17 Black Sabbath May 18 The Story Changes May 24 Barb Wire Dolls May 25 Gem City Rockers May 31 Hell Fire Sinners Bullfrog’s Sports Cafe 33137 Center Ridge Rd North Ridgeville, Ohio 440-327-3764 May 3 Avalanche May 4 Wild Knights May 10 Torrn May 11 Time Flyz May 17 Blind Voodoo May 18 Wayne’s World May 25 Bad Neighbors Bottom’s Up Bar & Grill 301 E. 2nd St Manchester, Ohio 45144 937-549-4892 May 3 Rebound May 11 Kentucky Express

Capt’n Woody’s -Buckeye Lake 10055 Avondale Rd Thornville, Ohio 43076 740-527-2306 May 3 Mary’s Crooked Box May 4 Chillin Sun May 11 Hillbilly Deluxe May 17 Trailer Park Ninjas May 18 Popbillies May 24 Shucking Bubba Deluxe May 25 Bon Journey May 31 The Jack Courtyard Lounge 320 National Rd Englewood, OH 45322 (937) 836-9511 May 4 Rock O’ Sonics May 10 Time Machine May 11 Weasel Party May 17 Locking Up Otis May 18 Eric Jerardi Band May 31 Higgins - Made Well The Cove Nite Club 5326 Lake Rd Geneva-on-the -Lake, Ohio 440-446-8888 May 3 Wounded Soldier Benefit Show with Mechanics of Things May 4 1988 May 10 One Pretty Minute and Guests May 11 7% Superstar May 17 Almost Famous May 18 Buck Naked Band May 24 French Kiss May 25 School Girl Crush & Lucky Me May 26 Raised on Rock & Medically Wrecked Dapper Dan’s 9327 Columbia Road SW Pataskala, Ohio 43026 740-927-5259 Live Music Every Thursday Night May 2 Moon Tan May 9 Double Play May 17 Boobapalooza Fundraiser & Wounded Warrior Project May 16 Katty Whompus May 23 Chris Smith

Dave’s Hideaway 1730 Lima Ave Findlay, Ohio 45840 May 4 Riverbend Band May 10 All Female Review May 11 Diesel May 18 Spoiled Rotten May 25 Blue Juice The Eastland Inn 33 Eastland Rd Berea, Ohio 440-234-7260 May 4 Erin Rossi and Friends May 11 Poptarts May 18 The Island Door May 25 Front Porch Frogtown 25150 S. 3rd Street Ironton, Ohio 740-532-8337 May 3-5 Against the Grain May 10-12 Gypsy Rose May 17-19 Better Day Parade May 24-26 Gypsy Rose May 25 Wounded Warrior Project with Gypsy Rose May 31-June 2 Southern Thunder Grayton Road Tavern 4760 Grayton Road Cleveland, Ohio 216-265-7770 May 3 POP Fiction May 4 The Social Workers May 10 Burnt River Band May 11 My Manic Episode May 17 COLORWHEEL May 18 School Girl Crush May 24 Blues on Fire Griller’s Pub 5455 State Rd. Parma, Ohio 216-741-7200 May 4 Blue Collar Band May 5 Cinco De Mayo May 11 Armstrong Bearcat May 18 Real Deal Blues Band May 25 Original Showcase with the Lowlies Every Thursday 8:30pm Jam Night with Butch Armstrong and the Tower City Blues Acoustic Shows every Sunday at 5PM. CONTINUED...

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The Hooley House (Mentor) 7861 Reynolds Rd Mentor, Ohio 440-942-6611 All Music starts at 9:30pm May 4 Charlie in the Box May 10 Almost Famous May 11 Abbey Rodeo May 17 Jeff Soukup Band May 18 Mary’s Lane May 24 Carlos Jones and the P.L.U.S. Band May 25 UFC Fight Night May 31 Big in Japan The Hooley House (Brooklyn) 10310 Cascade Crossing Brooklyn, Ohio 216-362-7700 All Music starts at 9:30pm May 3 Mary’s Lane May 17 Brigids Cross (5pm) Charlie in the Box May 18 Abbey Rodeo May 25 UFC Fight Night May 31 Brigids Cross (5pm) Abby Normal Jackass Flats 6024 Rip Rap Road Dayton, Ohio 45424 937-236-4329 Bike Night every Wednesday with Live Music May 1 The Latter May 8 Time Machine May 15 Brown Street Breakdown May 29 St. Hellion Legend’s Sports Pub & Grille 1840 Town Park Blvd Uniontown, Ohio 44685 330-896-4433 May 21 Bike Nights begin with Buck Naked Band McGuffy’s House of Rock 5418 Burkhart Rd Dayton, Ohio 45431 937-256-3005 May 3 Evil Eye Gypsy May 4 Forces of Nature May 24 Taproot

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Quaker Steak & Lube Beavercreek 3725 Presidential Drive Beavercreek, Fairborn OH 45324 May 9 BIKE NIGHT w/ The Mad Rhythm Band Rock City Tap House 5324 State Road Parma, Ohio 44134 440-799-4737 May 3 Eclectic Mayhem May 10 Phestur May 17 Unglued May 18 Brothers Sassy’s Bar & Grill 10755 Ravenna Road Twinsburg, Ohio 330-998-6529 May 3 Becky and Claudia Boyd May 4 Focus Group May 10 Kristine Jackson May 11 Charlie in the Box May 17 Ted Riser May 18 Time Traxx May 24 Deja VooDoo May 25 Fletch and the Catch May 31 Family Tradition June 1 Rockternal Smedley’s Bar & Grill 17004 Lorain Ave Cleveland, Ohio 44111 216-941-0124 May 3 Ted Riser May 4 Madison Crawl May 10 Colin Dussault May 11 Deja Voodoo May 17 Armstrong Bearcat May 18 Alan Green May 24 Frankie Starr May 25 Jackfords May 31 Otis and the Shoreway Saints June 1 Madison Crawl FREEBYRDS Jam Night with new host EVERY Thursday Skully’s Music Diner 1151 N. High St. Columbus, Ohio 43201 614-291-8856 May 22 Red Sun Rising Live Reggae with The Flex Crew every Sunday ThunderRoadsOhio.com

SouthEast Gears & Cheers 2333 Aurora Rd Bedford Hts, Ohio 216-937-0029 May 4 Synical Son May 7 Bike Night-Ted Riser (7-10p) May 14 Bike Night-Victory Highway (710p) May 18 DeJa VooDoo May 21 Bike Night-Idlewiled (7-10p) May 24 Ted Riser June 4 BIKE NIGHT W/ JESSIE JAMES DUPREE Thirsty Cowboy 2743 Medina Rd Medina, Ohio 330-722-5400 May 3 Outlaw May 4 Mark Leach May 10 Colt Ford May 11 Hard Drive May 17 Riverhawk May 25 Rebel-Yun Viaduct 84 N. Washington St. Tiffin, Ohio 44883 567-220-4275 May 4 Alternate Ending May 11 Happy Hour May 18 The Viaducts 3yr Anniversary Party with The Mongrels May 25 Free Jukebox Night Zeppe’s 1110 Kinsman Rd Newbury, Ohio 440-564-1300 May 1 Ted Riser May 4 Deja Voodo Band May 8 Stone Crowes May 11 State Road Band May 15 Jim Miller May 18 Stone Crowes May 22 Alex Bevan May 29 Smack the Frog

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Courtyard Lounge 320 National Rd Englewood, OH 45322 (937) 836-9511

Ralph Buss RalphBuss.com 1-800-ON-A-BIKE

Crazy Fox Saloon 112 W. Mansfield St. Bucyrus, OH 44820 (419) 562-1256

Russ Brown russbrown.com 1-800-4-BIKERS Bail Bonds Frank Valli Agency 1907 Cleveland Rd. Sandusky, OH 44870 (419) 626-5673 Bands Brazin Bull (419) 618-1035 Rock-n-Roll Outlaws (567) 208-3920 Next of Kin Biker Friendly Establishments for Food and Drink 306 Lounge 7377 Lakeshore Blvd Mentor, OH 44060 (440) 257-3557 Adult Day Care 729 West 130th Hinckley, OH 44233 330-220-9500 American Spirits 365 E. Pike St. Morrow, OH 45152 (513) 692-4877 Bailey Road Tavern 2920 Bailey Rd Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221 (330) 920-8350 Bluto’s Sport’s Bar & Grill 33 E. Seminary St. Norwalk, OH 44857 (419) 668-8862 The Boneyard 5900 Mayfield Rd. Cleveland, OH 44124 (440) 995-0500 Chuck’s Place Bar & Grill 3830 Saint Clair Ave Cleveland, OH 44114 (216) 361-9031

Dave’s Hideaway 1730 Lima Ave Findlay, OH 45840 (419) 425-1027 Delaney’s Chase Inn 8702 Mentor Ave Mentor, OH 44060 (440) 255-6645 Dog’s Breath Tavern 1912 Whipp Rd Kettering, OH 45440 (937) 439-0649 Eddies Club 1433 Lowell St. Elyria, OH 44035 (440) 731-7727

Kurt’s Getaway 8909 Garfield Blvd. Garfield Heights, OH 44125

5935 Canal Rd Valley View, OH 44125 (216) 986-9500

Lake Wilmer Bar & Grill 5012 Campbell St. Sandusky, OH 44840 (419) 627-6213

5150 Liberty Avenue Vermilion, OH 44089 (440) 967-3724

LaPorte Inn 2092 Grafton Rd Elyria, OH 44035 (440) 458-4444 Little Bar on the Prairie 400 N. Stone St Fremont, OH 43420 (419) 334-9244 Main Street Saloon 1481 South Main St. Akron, OH 44301 (330) 724-8855 The Mason Jar 4408 Mason Rd Sandusky, OH 44870 (419) 359-1159

Frog Town USA 2515 S.3rd St. Ironton, OH 45638

Paradise Island Saloon 830 Babbitt Rd. Euclid, OH 44123 (216) 732-7101

Gatsby’s 151 North Hamilton Rd Gahanna, OH 43230 (614) 476-0088

Petticoat Junction 8376 Tyler Blvd Mentor, OH 44060 (440) 255-4793

Griller’s Pub 5455 State Rd Parma, OH (216) 741-7200

Playmakers Sports Grille 9729 Granger Rd. Garfield Heights, OH 44125 (216) 663-8000

High Tide 5504 Lake Road Geneva-on-the-Lake, OH 44004 (440) 466-7990 Jackass Flats 6024 Rip Rap Road Dayton, OH 45424 (937) 236-4329 Jimmy Bukkett’s 2815 N. County Rd 198 Fremont, OH 43420 (419) 334-3313 Knucklehead Saloon 2012 Cleveland Rd W Huron, OH 44839 (419) 433-6944

The Pump 4024 Hayes Ave Sandusky, OH 44870 419-621-1041 Quaker Steak & Lube 5800 Interstate Blvd Austintown, Ohio 44515 (330) 349-9464 7834 Reynolds Rd Mentor, OH 44060 (440) 954-9464 6073 Dressler Rd, NW North Canton, OH 44720 (330) 433-9464 4900 Transportation Drive Sheffield, Ohio 44054 (440) 934-9464

Sassy’s Bar & Grill 10755 Ravenna Rd. Twinsburg, OH 44087 (330) 486-0978 Scoundrel’s 826 Front Street Berea, Ohio 44017 (440) 234-3455 Shag-A-Lee’s 381 Ashland Rd. Mansfield, OH 44905 (419) 526-9179 Shakers Tavern 2350 Brookpark Rd. Cleveland, OH 44134 (216) 351-3102 Snuffy’s Reloaded 1313 St. Rt. 6 Bradner, OH 43406 (419) 288-1718 Sportsterz 5422 Lake Rd E. Geneva, OH 44041 (440) 466-2361 Train Stop 7837 Old 3C Highway Maineville, OH 45039 (513) 683-0207 Vanity Gentlemen’s Club 2880 Bethel Rd. Columbus, OH 43220 f(614) 764-1700 Vaughan’s Pub & Grill 20983 State Rte 212 NE Bolivar, OH 44612 (330) 874-1092 The Viaduct Bar & Grill 84 N Washington St Tiffin, OH, 44883 (419) 448-7839 The Villa Tavern 6303 Rip Rap Road Huber Heights, OH 45424 (937) 237-0091 Vs Sports Bar & Grill 864 Cochoction Johnstown, OH 43031 (740) 966-3245 continued...

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River’s Edge Tactical 6738 Center Rd. Valley City, OH 44280 (330) 483-1486 Scooterz-N-Shooterz 1840 Town Park Blvd # D Uniontown, OH 44685 (330) 563-4683 Construction Beattys Builders 1219 W. High St. New Philadelphia, OH 44663 (330) 339-2333 Custom Paint & Airbrush

Buffalo Chip 20622 131st Ave. Sturgis, SD 57785 (605) 347-9000

FlameThrower Customs Doylestown, OH flamethrowercustoms.com (330) 658-2805

Camp Sandusky 3518 Tiffin Ave Sandusky, OH 44870 (419) 626-1133

Sinner’s & Saints 1515 Alum Creek Drive Columbus, OH 43209 (614) 231-SINS

Glencoe Campground 20555 Glencoe Dr. Sturgis, SD 57785 (605) 347-4712 glencoecamp.com

Wizard Graphics 11497 Youngstown Pittsburg Rd New Middleton, OH 44442 (330) 542-4444 Gym & Fitness Centers King’s Gym 24775 Aurora Rd Bedford Heights, OH 44146 (440) 439-KING

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Glencoe Campground 20555 Glencoe Dr. Sturgis, SD 57785 (605) 347-4712 glencoecamp.com Hampton Inn Rts 250 and 2 Sandusky, OH 44870 419-609-9000 Hampton Inn Exit 118 off Ohio Turnpike Sandusky, OH 44870 La Quinta 3304 Milan Rd (Rt. 250) Sandusky, OH 44870 419.626.6766 Plantation Motel 2815 Cleveland Rd. East Huron, OH 44839 (877) 677-2770 Parts and Accessories Amsoil Tom LaPuma Independent Dealer Willoughby, Ohio (440) 477-8085

VIP Autoworks 7564-A Mentor Ave Mentor, OH 44060 (440) 527-8743 Patch Sewing Estelle’s Leather Stop 60 North Harrison St. Enon, OH 45323 (937) 864-7254 Irv’s Cycle Leather Outlet 9156 State Route 14 Streetsboro, OH 44241 (330) 626-9057

Rock Tamers *Mud Flap Systems* 1-800-545-1894 rocktamers.com

Carlton Harley-Davidson 11771 State Route 44 Mantua, OH 44255 (330) 274-3141

Outlaw Eyewear OutLawEyewear.com

Century Harley-Davidson 3053 Eastpointe Drive Medina, OH 44256 (330) 721-1702

Scooterz-N-Shooterz 1840 Town Park Blvd Suite D Uniontown, OH 44685 (330) 563-4683

Retail Avon Boot Shop 38450 Chester Rd. Avon, OH 44011 (440) 934-3230

Vizon Xtreme vizonxtreme.com

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F-4 Custom Windshields f4customs.com (330) 968-4644

Norton Sporting Goods 100 Norton Rd Waldo, OH 43356 (740) 726-2616

Photography Sheila Pack Photography (330) 220-0290 sheilapack.com

Bear’s Vintage MetalWorks 408 West Main St Ravenna, OH 44266 (330) 297-7755

Cycle Tech 950 W. Mansfield St. Bucyrus, OH 44820 (419) 562-6931

Ca$H 4 Motorcycles (877) 778-BIKE cash4motorcycles.com

Santa’s Cycle Supply 3819 W. 140th St. Cleveland, OH 44111 (216) 671-RIDE

CobraXtreme 1809 Small Ct Raleigh, NC 27612 USA (919) 780-7897 cobraxtreme.com

Hudson Leather 14700 Ohio 15 Pioneer, OH 43554 (419) 485-8531 Estelle’s Leather Stop 60 North Harrison St. Enon, OH 45323 (937) 864-7254 INKtastic (330) 345-0911 INKtastic.com Irv’s Cycle Leather Outlet 9156 State Route 14 Streetsboro, OH 44241 (330) 626-9057 Jazz Motorsports 1542 Reynolds Rd. Maumee, OH 43537 (800) 655-1460

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Buckminn’s D&D 1213 Cincinnati Ave Xenia, OH 45385 (937) 376-3344

MotorcycleCloset.com (877) 511-8916

L.A. Alterations 526 Fouse Ave. Akron, OH 44310 (330) 375-1850

Arts Parts Custom Cycle & Service 35 E. Church St. Marshallville, OH 44645 (330) 855-3762

Bikes2NV 5728 Westbourne Ave Columbus, OH 43213 (866) 739-BIKE

Medina Cigar & Tobacco 307 E. Washington St. Medina, OH 44256 (330) 764-9700

Sales (Motorcycle) A.D. Farrow Co. Downtown Columbus 491 West Broad St. Columbus, OH 43215 (614) 228-6353 A.D. Farrow Co. Shop at North Star 7754 St. Rt. 37, E Sunbury, OH 43074 (740) 965-9900 A.D. Farrow Co. Centennial Park 12477 East Broad St., SW Pataskala, OH 43062 (740) 964-2205

Cleveland’s Harley-Davidson Sales Company 14550 Lorain Ave. Cleveland, OH 44111 (216) 252-3111 Clinton County Motorsports 6002 U.S. 68 Wilmington, OH 45177 (937) 283-2220 Competiton Accessories 343 W. Leffel Springfield, OH 45506 (937) 323-0513 Harley-Davidson of Cincinnati 1799 Tennessee Ave Cincinnati, OH 45229 513-641-1188 Harley-Davidson Sales & Service 862 County Rd R3 Napoleon, OH 43545 (419) 592-7123 High Point Harley-Davidson 643 Stockyard Rd #217 Bellefontaine, OH 43311

Adventure Harley-Davidson 1465 State Rt 39 NW Dover, OH 44622 (330) 364-6519

Integrity Cycles 156 Dering Ave Columbus, OH 43207 (800) 969-2005

American PowerSports

Joe’s Cycle Shop 3315 N. Dixie Dr. Dayton, OH 45414 (937) 278-8081

3690 Speedway Dr. Findley, OH 45840 (419) 422-9253 4922 Milan Rd. Sandusky, OH 44870 (419) 625-9253

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Lake Erie Harley-Davidson 38401 Chester Rd Avon, OH 44011 (440) 934-5000 Lima Harley-Davidson 3255 Fort Shawnee Industrial Dr Lima, OH 45808 (419) 331-3027 Mad River Harley-Davidson 5316 State Rt. 250/Milan Rd Sandusky, OH 44870 (419) 502-2244 Mathias BMW Cycle 851 Commercial Ave SE New Philadelphia, OH 44663 (330) 308-8868 Mid-Ohio Harley-Davidson 2100 Quality Lane Springfield, OH 45505 (937) 322-3590 Motohio 5936 Scarborough Blvd. Columbus, OH 43232 (614) 759-6686 Motorcycle Maxx 5838 Columbus Blvd Lewis Center, OH 43035 (614) 883-5800 Napoleon Harley-Davidson 862 American Rd Napoloen, OH 43545 419-592-7123 Northern Ohio Ducati and Triumph 1955 Brittain Rd. Akron, OH 44310 (330) 630-9340 North Ridge Yamaha 5929 North Ridge West (Rt. 20) Geneva, Ohio (440) 466-2712 Northstar Power Sports 1482 N. Hermitage Rd Hermitage, PA (724) 962-6001 Ohio Motorcycle 7300 Fair Oak Rd. Oakwood, OH 44146 (440) 735-2000 3747 Park Mill Run Dr. Hilliard, OH 43026 (614) 771-0771

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Powder Keg HarleyDavidson 2383 Kings Center Court Mason, OH (513) 204-6962 Rubber City Harley-Davidson 32 E. Cuyahoga Falls Ave Akron, OH 44310 (330) 535-9900 Schiets Motorsports 1557 Oak Harbor Road Fremont, OH 43420 (419) 332-9902 South East Cycles 23105 Aurora Rd Bedford Heights, OH 44146 (440) 439-5300 South East Harley-Davidson 23105 Aurora Rd Bedford Heights, Oh 44146 (440) 439-5300 Spike’s Vintage Motorsports 3145 W. Tuscarawas Canton, OH 44708 (330) 456-7745 Sporty’s Trikes & Bikes 7426 North Dixie Dr Dayton, OH 45414 (937) 387-6294 Thoroughbred Harley-Davidson 8025 Action Blvd Florence, Kentucky 41042 (859) 282-2111 Tri-County Harley-Davidson 5960 Dixie Highway Fairfield, OH 45014 (513) 874-4343 Triumph of Cincinnati 3251 Highland Ave Cincinnati, OH 45213 513-631-2000 triumphofcincinnati.com Warren Harley-Davidson 2102 Elm Rd Cortland, OH 44410 (330) 395-4700 Western Reserve Harley-Davidson 8567 Tyler Blvd Mentor, OH 44060 (440) 974-6900

Service (Motorcycle)

Twin Visions 4520 Alum Creek Dr Columbus, OH 43207 (614) 409-1060

Balcer Performance & Restoration 565 Broadway Ave Unit R Bedford, OH 44146 (440) 945-6829

Tattoo Shops

Cheshire Choppers 5750 St. Rt. 37, E Delaware, OH 43015 (740) 362-0695

Akron Electric Tattoo 109 E. Market St. Akron, Ohio (330) 252-1255

Chrome & Speed Cycle 3490 Dayton-Xenia Rd. Beavercreek, Ohio (937) 429-5656

Bare Knuckle Tattoo 1726 S. Raccoon Rd. Youngstown, OH 44515 (330) 270-5877

Cleveland Motorcycle MFG Co. 4327 Lorain Ave Cleveland, OH 44113 (216) 961-5151

Blackmark 941 North Court St Medina, OH 44256 (330)952-0129 www.blackmarkstudios.com

Criminal Customz Shop 1053 Broadway Lorain, Ohio (440) 245-8626

Evolved Tattoo 1880 North High Street Columbus, OH 43201 (614) 421-2222

Cycle Analysis 4984 West 150th St Cleveland, OH 44135 (216) 362-9060

Iron Clad Tattoos 36221 Lakeshore Blvd Eastlake, OH 44095 (440) 951-4-INK

Cycle Tech 950 W. Mansfield St. Bucyrus, OH 44820 (419) 562-6931

My Museum Tattoo 209 E. Ohio Ave. Dover, OH 44622 (330) 343-8500

Full Throttle Works 15532 E. State Route 12 Findlay, OH 45840 (419) 420-0339

Pain & Pleasure Tattoo & Body Piercing Studio 6015 Milan Rd Sandusky, OH 44870 (419) 625-0069

Kickstand’s Custom Cycles 13375 National Rd SW Reynoldsburg OH 43068 (740) 927-9300 QuickSilver Cycle Works 140 E. Pratt Street Johnstown, OH 43031 (740) 966-3073 South East Cycles 23105 Aurora Rd. Bedford Heights, OH 44146 (440) 439-5300 Steel Core Customs 20217 US RT 23 North Circleville, OH 43113 (740) 474-1011

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Route 42 Tattoo 201 S. Franklin St. Ashley, OH 43003 (740) 413-4042 Stained Skin 1255 N. High St Columbus, OH 43201 (614) 297-SKIN Technical Training PowerSport Institute 21210 Emery Rd Cleveland, OH 44128 (216) 587-5000

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Tracks Amherst Meadowlarks Facebook: Amherst.meadowlarks 6600 Cross Road, Amherst, OH 44001 www.meadowlarks.org

Waynesburg, OH 44688

Big Game Raceway 330-534-7958

Hand Promotions 330-388-7024 www.handracing.com

Big Game Raceway Harescramble and Flat Track 2601 Elmwood Drive Ext., Hubbard, OH 44425 Big Game Raceway Motocross 2290 South Price Road, Hubbard, OH 44425 Big Valley Raceway 5558 St. Rt.170, East Palestine, OH 44413 Coal Hollow 43911 Hibbetts Mill Road, Wellsville, OH 43968 J&B Raceway 4413 State Rt. 7, Burghill, OH 44404 Lightning Raceway 82585 Craigo Rd. Tippecanoe, OH 44699 (740) 922-1661 Outlaw Extreme 6848 Mottice Drive SE,

State Line Farm 8227 Chestnut Ridge Road, Hubbard, OH 44425

J&B Raceway 4413 State Rt. 7, Burghill, OH 44404 LL Raceway Harescramble Location: 6531 Rt. 66, Fairmount City, PA 16224 814-275-3400 or 724-822-3834 www.llraceway.com, www. facebook.com/llraceway Flat Track Location: Redbank Valley Municipal Park (Flat Track Location) 137 Park Road Fairmont City, PA 16224 Mansfield MC Club 3593 Cookton Grange Road, Mansfield, OH 44903 419-526-5964 or 419-589-2856 Mansfield Clubhouse 419-529-6561 Milan Dragway 10860 Plank Rd. Milan, MI 48160 (734) 439-7368

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Outlaw Extreme 6848 Mottice Drive SE, Waynesburg, OH 44688

Vines Racing / TV LAND 440-577-1964 773 St. Rt. 7, Pierpont, OH 44082

Patriot Promotions 330-465-1990 or 330-948-4517 Summit County Indoors

Western Reserve MC Club 14439 Middletown Road, Salem, OH 44460 330-332-0818 www.westernreservemc.com

Summit Co. Fairgrounds 229 East Howe Road, Tallmadge, OH 44278 Pine Lake 3796 Maple Road, Ashtabula, OH 44004 Pymatuning Holeshot Raceway 15729 Maples Road, Linesville, PA 16424 814-683-5655 www.pymatuningmx.com Salem Motorcycle Club 330-332-9465 www.salemmotorcycleclub.com Sanders Promotions 330-465-5623 State Line Farm 8227 Chestnut Ridge Road, Hubbard, OH 44425 Skyview Raceway 37462 Mattix Road, Lisbon, OH 44432

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Trailers Tourtec Trailers 7447 Allentown Road Elida, OH 45807 (419) 236-5911 Trikes Schiets Motorsports 1557 Oak Harbor Rd. Fremont, OH 43420 (419) 332-9902 Sporty’s Trikes & Bikes 7426 North Dixie Dr Dayton, OH 45414 (937) 387-6294 Trailers Tourtec Trailers 7447 Allentown Road Elida, OH 45807 (419) 236-5911

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Inspiration Do not anticipate trouble, or worry about what may never happen. Keep in the sunlight. ~ Benjamin Franklin

You must look into other people as well as at them. ~ Lord Chesterfield

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A company in Taiwan makes dinnerware out of wheat, so you can eat your plate. A cow produces 200 times more gas a day than a person.

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A United States federal law makes it illegal to issue a fake Weather Bureau forecast.

South Carolina: There’s no place for fun... It is unlawful for a minor under the age of eighteen to play a pinball machine

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May 3-5, 2013 Canfield Swap Meet Canfield Mahoning County Fairgrounds 7265 Columbiana Canfield Road Canfield, Ohio 44406 (330) 477-8506 May 9th Annual 3-5, 2013 WOMEN RIDE Event Napoleon Harley-Davidson 419-592-7123 www.H-Dsales.com May 4, 2013 Blessing of the Bikes South East Harley-Davidson 23105 Aurora Road, Bedford Heights OH 44146 www.southeastharley.com May 4, 2013 Bike Blessing by Bikers For Christ Blessing of bikes from 11:00am-4:00pm C&A Harley Davidson 760 Commerce Place, Plain City, Ohio 43064 http://www.ca-hd.com/ May 4, 2013 ABATE Motorcycle Awareness Rally 9:30 am - Parade Registration Starts AD Farrow Sunbury Noon - Parade Departs A.D. Farrow for an escorted parade to the State Capital and Rally at the Ohio State House. Hear the reading of the Governor’s Proclamation declaring Mary as “Motorcycle Awareness Month” Join ABATE of OHIO for a Party and Fundraiser after the ceremonies at the Capital.

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May 4, 2013

The Real Cannonball Run The Real Cannonball - Ride the re-creation of the Brock Yates/Dan Gurney route from the Red Ball Garage in Manhattan NY to the Porto Fino Hotel in Redondo Beach, Ca.

$99 entry fee with proceeds going 1/2 to the Wounded Warrior Project and 1/2 to Aluminum Cans for Burned Children. Open to all licensed riders. Bike limits are: Modern bikes up to 250cc displacement, vintage bikes (30 years old and older) 360cc displacement. This WILL be an actual competition on these small bore machines, it’s not a tour. sports.groups. yahoo.com/group/trctd May 5, 2013 3rd Annual Bike Blessing Join us in asking for guidance & a safe riding season. Event is free, Canned good donation encouraged for local food pantry. Blessing is at 12 Noon. Buckminn’s D&D Harley Davidson http://www.buckminnsdanddharley-davidson.com

3775 S. Custer Rd M50, Monroe, Michigan www.walneckswap.com May 8, 2013 WOMEN’S HD GARAGE PARTY Thoroughbred Harley-Davidson 8025 Action Blvd. Florence, KY 41042 CALL TO RSVP 859-282-2111 May 8, 2013 LADIES HD GARAGE PARTY Western Reserve Harley-Davidson 8567 Tyler Blvd. Mentor Ohio 44060 westernreservehd.com May 10, 2013 Harley-Davidson Garage Party at South East HD 6-8pm for the Ladies. Register by calling 440-439-5300 23105 Aurora Rd, Bedford Heights, OH 44146 www.southeastharley.com May 10-19, 2013 Myrtle Beach Bike Week The Carolina’s Largest Motorcycle Event Shallotte NC to Georgetown SC - The Grand Strand of SC www.myrtlebeachbikeweek.com

May 5, 2013 The Louie Run The Traditional Kick-Off to riding season in Northeast Ohio Lake County Fairgrounds, Painesville Ohio louierun.org May 11, 2013 3rd Annual Run For Courage May 5, 2013 Walneck’s Motorcycle “Save the Ta~Ta’s” Swap Meet & Bike Show Lost Creek Chrome Divas Monroe County Fairgrounds Troy, OH

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May 11, 2013 Biker Blessing at May 11, 2013 HD of Cinci CAR SHOW A.D. Farrow, Sunbury Ohio Harley-Davidson of Cincinnati Leave A Mark Church and 1799 Tennessee Ave, The River join A.D. Farrow Cincinnati OH 45229 at the Shop at NorthStar www.harley-davidson for a biker blessing. ofcincinnati.com A.D. Farrow Co. Harley Davidson May 11, 2013 TCMC POKER RUN http://www.adfarrow.com/ National Guard Poker Run - 11am Opening Ceremony, May 11, 2013 Hocking Hills Ride First Bikes out at Noon Full Day Ride to Last Bike in at 4pm, Hocking Hills. Leaves Lap around C&A Harley Davidson Winchester Speedway at 10:00am. 7270 Motorcycle Ct., 7610 Commerce Place, Greenville OH Plain City, Ohio 43064 May 11, 2013 Blessing of the Bikes and http://www.ca-hd.com/ Pancake Breakfast May 11, 2013 WRHD CHARITY RIDE Blessing of the bikes to start Western Reserve at 10:00am. Pancake Harley-Davidson breakfast before hand. To 8567 Tyler Blvd. have bike blessed $5 Mentor Ohio 44060 dontation. Free breakfast with blessing. www.westernreservehd.com May 11, 2013 Ride for the Ladies! Cleveland’s Original Women’s Ride! Registration Harley Davidson 10:00am. Last Bike out Sales Company at 12:00pm. Ladies this 14550 Lorain Avenue, one’s for you, May is Cleveland, Ohio 44111 women rider’s month and http://www.harleydavidsoncleveland.com/ mother’s day, we’re celebrating all women May 11, 2013 The Ryan Trewin Memorial with this one! Poker Run for St. Judes Buckminn’s D&D Please join us in memory Harley Davidson of 10 year old Ryan Trewin http://www.buckminnsdanddharley-davidson.com/ who lost his fight to cancer. Ryan fought this terrible May 14, 2013 Toledo Harley-Davidson disease for 8 years, with Women’s Garage Party the help of St Jude Garage Parties are FREE Children’s Research events geared towards Hospital. All proceeds of women, designed to this run will go to St. Judes. introduce you to the fun All types of vehicles wel of riding and give you “in come as the ride will take side information” on how place rain or shine. to enter the sport. Ohio Veterans Memorial Park Garage Parties are an 8005 Cleveland opportunity for non-riders Massillon Road to familiarize themselves Clinton, Ohio 44216 with Harley-Davidson http://www.theryanride.com motorcycles, gear, and

accessories. CURRENT RIDERS WELCOME! Information shared at these events is targeted toward inexperienced riders, so bring along a non-riding friend and help start her on the path to becoming an accomplished rider! Toledo Harley Davidson http://www.toledohd.com/ May 15, 2013 Women’s Garage Party at Powder Keg HD An exclusive after-hours event for the ladies. 7-9pm Please RSVP for the Event at (513) 204-6962 2383 Kings Center Court, Mason OH 45040 PowderKegHD.com May 17-18, 2013 Lake Erie Ladies Weekender WOMEN ONLY GET TOGETHER TO LEARN MORE ABOUT RIDING, MOTORCLOTHES AND MORE! BRING YOUR FRIENDS EVEN IT YOU DON’T RIDE. Friday, May 17, evening registration and welcoming reception 6-9 p.m. Saturday, May 18, Day of riding they will be several scenic routes to choose from. After your ride there will be a dinner party from 6-9 p.m. with entertainment and plenty of fun and games. Lake Erie Harley-Davidson 38401 Chester Road Avon, OH 44011 www.LakeErieHarley.com May 17, 2013 ROCK THE BLESSING There will be vendors set up all over the town of Baldwin coming from all over the country, huge beer tent, and giant food fest all week end. Camping is available. (No vendor set up at the airport) Blessing will be on Sunday May 20th at the airport sponsored by Para Dice Motorcycle Club. Gates will open at 9 AM and donation in $5 per bike. More than 40 thousands bikers come every year from all over the country. Baldwin, Michigan 49304 May 18, 2013 The Village Network Poker Run Poker Run in Memory of Mr. Mike Braatz Start - The Village Network 3011 Akron Rd, Wooster OH End - D+S Distribution 1700 Old Mansfield Rd, Wooster OH www.thevillagenetwork.org/ CONTINUED...

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May 18, 2013 Hocking Hill’s Poker Run www.hockinghillspokerrun.com May 18, 2013 Napoleon H-D Ladies Garage Party Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Garage Party- Find a perfect fit. Get your questions answered. This is basic training for Ladies who want to become ‘READY TO RIDE!’ Space is limited so sign up today! Napoleon Harley Davidson 862 American Road, Napoleon, Ohio 43545 http://www.h-dsales.com/

May 18, 2013

Bikin for Boobies Charity Ride Help raise money for breast cancer patients in Wyandot County! Theil’s Wheels Harley Davidson 350 Tarhe Trail, Upper Sandusky, Ohio 43351

May 18, 2013 DAV “RUN FOR THE RIVER” Western Reserve Harley-Davidson Registration 9:30am Departs WRHD at 11am 8567 Tyler Blvd. Mentor Ohio 44060 www.westernreservehd.com

May 18, 2013 Armed Forces MC May 18, 2013 North Coast Safety Ride 1st Annual Armed The North Coast Safety Forces Day Benefit Ride Ride will start at the This will be a ride through Ashtabula County Hocking Hills and ending Fairgrounds in Rome, with a party with proceeds Ohio and ends in to benefit the family of SPC Cortland, Ohio Robert P. Hartwick, Killed In 127 North Elm Street Action 6 June 2011 Rome, Ohio 44047 Baghdad, Iraq 440-563-3410 VFW Post 1380 1131 Sugar Grove Rd, May 18, 2013 6th Annual Combat Lancaster OH Vets Tune-Up www.afmcsooh.com/runflyers.htm Ride for Veterans beginning and ending at Columbus May 18, 2013 Respect for Law Camp QS&L Benefit Ride http://oh.combatvet.org Live Music, Food, Prizes, and more!

Start - Fairfield Township Police Dept End - Tri-County Harley-Davidson www.respectforlaw benefitride.com/ May 19, 2013 Iron Samaritan’s 5th Annual Blessing of the Bikes From 10am to 4pm at Powder Keg Harley-Davidson Kickstands up at Noon - then Ride to Old School House All Bikes Welcome! Free T-shirts to frist 100 riders www.IronSamaritans.com May 19, 2013 Children’s Miracle Network Poker Run Benefiting The Akron Children’s hospital of Mahoning valley, Beeghly Campus of Boardman Ohio. There will be Food, Refreshments, Entertainment, 50/50 Drawing, Chinese Auction, & Bike Raffle (2013 HD XL883L Superlow). 3 card stops along a approximately 75 mile scenic route. Route maps & rules will be available at registration. Reg Starts at 10am, First Bike Out at 12pm,

rIDE For THE DEpLoYED

Date: June 15, 2013

 Rain or Shine Registration Times: 10:00 a.m. till Noon

Registration Site: American Legion Post #257, 131 South Water St., Loudonville, Ohio

First Bike Out: 11:00 a.m.  Last Bike In: 5:00 p.m.  Vehicles Welcome First 75 Registered Participants will receive a FREE Patch!

Route includes a scenic tour of Ashland, Wayne, Holmes and Richland counties.

Food, Door prizes, 50/50, Auction and LOTS more!!!

Come help us support OUR troops!

Corn Hole Tournament at 1:00 p.m.

First top winning hand- $200.00 Runner up winning hand - $100.00 Worst hand - $50.00

Auction starts at 6 p.m.

Suggested donation: $20 for first hand, 2 or more hands $10 each

Suggested donation $20 per team. Payout based on number of entries.

Corn Hole Tournament, Auction, and final stopping point will be at the American Legion in Loudonville. Questions or to become a sponsor, call:

Must be present to win rAFFLes And winning HAnds. identiFicAtion is required in order to cLAiM winning HAnds.

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8-16, 2013 Laconia Bike Week 2013 June Laconia Motorcycle Week – the original riding rally is back at it again for the 90th Anniversary! www.laconiamcweek.com/

June 15, 2013 Second annual Dutchtown Hatchery Festival $1,000.00 Poker Run The event will start at the New Washington American Legon on North Kibler St., June 15, 2013. Sign in 9AM, First out 9:30, Last out 11:30AM, last in by 4PM $1,5000 in prize money, $1,000.00 best hand, $300.00 second, $100 third and $100 worst hand. Plus other door prizes including free tickets on a new Superglide to be given away later that evening. New Washington American Legion - 211 North Kibler St., New Washington OHIO www.newwashingtonoh.com

June 20, 2013 HARLEY’s & HOT RODS Napoleon Harley-Davidson 419-592-7123 www.H-Dsales.com June 20 - 22, 2013 Ohio State HOG Rally 2013 The Ohio State HOG Rally will be held along the Ohio River from Steubenville to Cincinnati, Ohio There will be Music, Vendors, Activities, Multiple choices in Lodging, Restaurants and more! www.ohstatehogrally.com

June 9, 2013 2nd Annual HOGS for HOUNDS POKER RUN to benefit Fido’s June 20-23, 2013 Johnstown Companion Rescue, Inc. Thunder In The Valley A 501(c) Non-Profit Motorcycle Rally Animal Rescue Johnstown, PA 15901 Poker Run Registration www.visitjohnstownpa. Starts at Lake Erie Harley com/thunderinthevalley/ Davidson at 10 a.m. Last June 22, 2013 Big Wish Charity bike out at 11:30 a.m. Ride & Auction •• Poker Run Details benefiting •• $25 Bike Fee = Free Make-A-Wish of central Ride T-shirt Cash Prizes Ohio Charity Ride starting for top 3 hands 72 mile June 15, 2013 DWIGHT REYNOLDS from different starting points route: Lake Erie Harley MEMORIAL RIDE ending at Amvet Post 51 Davidson • Avon Quaker Leaving from the Thornville Ohio. 1st rider Steak & Lube • Vermillion Rushing Wind at noon and out at 11a last ride in by The Depot @ Union Station then riding some of 5p. Following ride is food, • LaGrange Route 82 Grill Dwight’s favorite routes. entertainment, live/silent & Saloon • Columbia S Ending at Rushing Wind auction. Also we are raf tation Mulligan’s Pub & around 4pm for han fling a 2013 FatBoy Grille • Avon garound time prior to Harley Davidson which Fundraising Event After service at 6pm. tickets are on sale now Poker Run @ Mulligan’s Rushing Wind Biker Church $20.oo per ticket. Come Pub & Grille! For more 5715 E. Pike, out enjoy the day and help information email: Zanesville, OH 43701 grant wishes for children in fidoscompanion For more information the central Ohio area. @roadrunner.com email: reynolds7691 Starting Points - Fink’s H-D, @yahoo.com AMVET’s Post 51, June 14-15, 2013 2nd Annual Eldorado’s Cancer Sucks Ride June 15, 2013 Fire and Iron Station 117 Food and Spirits Six States, 1000 Miles, 2nd Annual Charity All Riders will end 24 Hours Poker Run at AMVETS Post 51 by 5pm cancersucksride.com Come support Special 9293 Thorn Twp Rd Olympics of Knox County 79 NW, Thornville, June 15 - 22, 2013 The American with a great poker run Ohio 43076 Motorcycle Rally starting at Honey Buckets. The American Motocycle June 22, 2013 2nd Annual Motorcycle Registration starts 10am, Rally™ will encompass a Swap Meet & Bike Show First Bike Out 11am Last 6000 mile trek, around All Makes and Bike in at 4pm the United States, over Models Welcome. Honey Buckets six days. The ride will not Bettsville American 103 West Vine Street, only test a rider’s stamina Legion Post 733 Mount Vernon, OH 43050 and endurance, but 3751 W. St. Rt 12, www.fireandiron117.com the mental capacity to Bettsville, OH 44815 follow directions and June 15, 2013 Hearts of America Ride June 22, 2013 3rd Annual Hospice digest information during for the Deployed Poker Run the event. Riders will Presented by American Presented by encounter some of the most Legion Post 257 Ashland Eagle Riders beautiful scenery in the Approx 110 mile poker Registrations starts at world; from desert to run for the deployed military 10am, First Bike Out vast mountain ranges, Start 10am at 11am, Last Bike In at incredible coast lines, 131 S. Water St., 6:30pm Live Band, Bike plateaus and scenic farm Loudonville, OH 44842 Games, Food and Bever land that define the ages! United States June 17, 2013 Ride Your Motorcycle Ashland Eagles americanmotorcyclerally.com to Work Day! 400 Eastlake Drive, National initiative. Ashland Ohio 44805 www.ridetowork.org Email us at events.thunderroads@gmail.com to have your event listed.

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NAPOLEON H-D.................................7

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NEXT OF KIN.................................130

H-D OF CINCINATTI........................101

NORTH RIDGE YAMAHA...................26

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NORTH STAR POLARIS.....................11

BEARS SEAT KING..........................147

HOLY NAME POKER RUN..................20

BEATTY CONSTRUCTION.................149

HUDSON LEATHER..........................143

BLACKMARK STUDIOS ..................127

INKTASTIC.....................................129

BRAZIN BILL..................................130

INTEGRITY CYCLES.........................142

BUCKMINN’S D&D H-D..................108

IRON HORSE IMAGES.....................142

BUDWEISER.....................................38

IRV’S LEATHER OUTLET..................146

BUFFALO CHIP - STURGIS.................31

JACKASS FLATS..............................107

CAMP SANDUSKY............................74

JET EXPRESS....................................50

CARLTON H-D..................................27

JOE’S CYCLE..................................100

CASH 4 MOTORCYCLES............16, 142

JOHN’S TRAILER..............................68

CENTURY H-D..................................21

JOSE MADRID SALSA.....................139

CHESHIRE CHOPPERS.............120, 134

KELLEYS ISLAND CHAMBER OF COMMERCE................................46

RUSS BROWN...................................5 SANDUSKY HOTELS..................... IC, BC SANDUSKY INNS.............................76 SASSYS...........................................17 SCHIETS MOTORSPORTS..................76 SCHROME SPEED...........................134 SCOOTERS N SHOOTERS................138 SE GEARS n CHEERS.........................45 SHAKERS TAVERN............................22 SHEILA PECK PHOTOGRAPHY.........149 SORTINO HOTELS.............................72 SOUTH EAST GEARS CHEARS............15 SOUTHEAST.....................................14 SPARC MAP.....................................60 SPORTYS.......................................108 STEEL CORE CUSTOMS......................88 THE BONEYARD...............................24 THE PUMP.......................................70 THE RESCUE INN..............................25 THOROUGHBRED HD........................99 THUNDER IN THE VALLEY...............106 TOLEDO HD.....................................71 TOURTEC TRAILERS..........................24 TRAIN STOP..................................107 TRI-COUNTY HD............................102 TRIUMPH OF CINCI........................101 TWIN VISIONS................................88 TWISTED TEA...................................53 USED MOTORCYCLE PARTS WAREHOUSE.................................140 VANITY GENTLEMENS CLUB............123 VIADUCT.........................................73 VILLA TAVERN...............................108 VIP AUTOWORKS............................25 VIZION EXTREME..........................139 WALL OF DEATH...............................52 WALNECKS A.................................139 WALNECKS SWAP MEET.................140 WARREN HD....................................26 WENDYS.......................................104 WESTERN RESERVE HD.....................10 WINERY TOUR.................................54 WOUNDED WARRIOR RUN.............154 YUENGLING AD...............................42 ZEPPE’S PIZZA................................16

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CHROME & SPEED..........................107 CHUCK’S.........................................22 CHUCK’S CAB..................................74 CLINTON COUNTY MOTORSPORTS...............................89

KENTUCKY BIKE WEEK...................103 KICKSTAND....................................134 KNUCKLEHEADS...............................74 KOA................................................72

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COMPETITION RIDERS OF AMERICA.......................... 110-111

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DEVILS STAIRCASE...........................69

MAIN STREET SALOON...................146

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DIRT COUNTRY RACEWAY..............117

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