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ey there I can’t believe it is already October.

This was one busy and fast moving summer, but I am excited to welcome back our beautiful NorCal fall. I have said it before and I’ll say it again… if I were to describe perfect riding conditions; for me, it is this time of year that you’ll find them. Not too hot and not too cold, after surviving this past’s summer with temps over 100 that seemed to never go away - we were more than ready.

As we were saying, it has been a busy year so far and we are excited about what the rest of this year has to offer and even more excited about some new things coming for next year. As all of us riders grow older and newer younger riders bring new faces into the mix. The old traditions and interests start to mix in with what the younger generation brings to the table. Some want to hold onto the past and not let go, but changes are inevitable. When we were the young ones, we brought change with us and now is no different. It is not a bad thing at all as interests change and events start to change with them keeping things fresh, new and exciting for all of us. So in my opinion for what it is worth, we are far better off encouraging the younger generation to ride their way and soon enough it will be their turn to come to grips with the generation that will follow them. This cycle is healthy and will keep this industry going into the future with new innovation.

Come to think about it, the bikes today are defiantly superior in every way to what I road in the 70’s - that is, if I wanted to get out of my zip code without bringing a shop worth of tools with me. And I find it interesting that sometimes old interests becomes new again. Take the resurgence of Flat Track and Hooligan racing as an example. It has once again become very popular, if you have not been to any of these races you owe it to yourself to do so, they are a great time for the whole family. Well the weather is just right and I can’t sit in front of a computer any longer - we are going for a ride!

See ya next month!

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MY TWO CENTS: Wait! Where Am I?

Have you ever got to work or home and wondered how the hell you got there? That’s some scary shit when you’re on a motorcycle, and especially since I wasn’t drinking. I got to my shop (and even home!) a couple of times this week and didn’t remember the ride there! I have a lot going on right now and I’m stressed out as all hell and I think when I get on my motorcycle I’m just going through the motions.

Hell - I don’t even know if I’m paying attention because I don’t remember the ride! This could be good because it might mean the ride to work or home was uneventful, which means I didn’t have some nose picking, ass scratching, texting fool almost hit me. At least that’s what I’d like to think!

mind off all the math and CAD drawings that I’ve been working on. Once we start the manufacturing of the equipment, which should be in the latter half of the month - I’ll be alright and most of the stress will be gone. Then I can get back to my normal happy, yet angry self again. I think what I need is a nice long motorcycle ride with no destination in mind – JUST GO! That reminds me…of my Brother Z Bones who stopped by the shop for surprise visit while he was on a ride. I asked “Where you going, Bro?” He said “I don’t know, I’m just gonna head up Highway 50 and maybe cruise the mountains for a while, maybe I’ll end up in Lake Tahoe - I don’t know.” I asked him “then what?” He said “I don’t know, I’ll figure it out when I get to the stop sign, maybe I’ll go north, or east. I won’t know ‘til it happens.” Then I started thinking, I had no idea how I got to work, and Z Bones had no idea where he was going! He was just going for a ride! That’s a biker for ya and that’s my two cents! Now go ride like hell, just go ride!

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I stopped scheduling frame and alignment work for three weeks so I can get my CAD drawings ready for the machine shops, CNC shops and the welder. There are several shops around the country buying The Rack and Pull System and opening motorcycle frame, alignment and collision repair shops or they are adding this line to their existing shops. Needless to say, I’ve been working long hours on the computer. And anyone who does this Al Cagle knows that it’s an ass kicker! It makes me stressed www.rackandpull.com out and uptight! I’ll tell you how it makes me feel.

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or this month’s ride, we originally were going to head north to the Shasta area. But the day before we were to leave, another of the seemingly endless fires broke out along I5. So, with the freeway closed and the fact that we had had enough of smoke-filled air from a couple of weeks before, we went in the opposite direction, back down to Oakhurst and unfinished business. Last month, we wanted to go to Glacier Point, but SR41 was closed because of the Yosemite fires. They were now

contained, so we made the best of our opportunity.

Leaving Sac Town on 99 South, we turned east on SR219, made our way to SR132 and pulled up later at the LaGrange Saloon and Grill - an old Western establishment that offered up some great grub. The pork shanks and fish tacos were excellent. It used to be called Louie’s Place, but the longtime owners sold and it was renamed. Weekend bands and other events are a common fare.

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From there it was a beautiful evening back country ride down Mercer Falls Road. Then a short moonlight ride on 49 got us to our weekend digs, the Yosemite Sierra Inn - a clean, comfy place with a Denny’s right next door. continued....

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way through the shrub strewn valley. After some lunch and a brew or two at the Stonehouse Tavern, we made our way over to SR168 and hauled butt up the side of the mountain, really enjoying the fine sweepers on this smooth four-lane blacktop! About a half dozen miles from the lake, it’s back to the two-lane twisties and more fun. Arriving at our destination, we pulled into a nice shady area along the lake and took a short butt break. The lake was pretty packed with lots of boaters, kayaks and plenty of swimmers, all having a good time on the smooth waters. Seems like a popular weekend hangout.

Making our way back to Bandit Town for the BBQ, we ran into our new friend Jackie again. We met her that morning. She is the owner of the Dirty Donkey Bar in Oakhurst. She lent her expertise to the event which went off without a hitch. If you’re over this way, drop on by her place! Whitey Morgan’s band was tight and on-the-money, ending the night appropriately with ‘Waitin’ ‘Round To Die’. Check out the video. We had a great time hanging out with a crowd of mostly ‘good ole boys’ and other friendly folk. The Bandit Town USA venue is a reproduction of an old Western town built in the 1970’s. It reminds us of another Western style music and events venue, Pappy and Harriet’s down in Pioneertown. Yucca Valley is close by if you’re wondering. So, after some great music and BBQ, we had a nice leisurely, starlit ride back to Oakhurst.

It was time to head back home, so the next morning we had breakfast at the Sweetwater Steakhouse and headed back through Hornitos to Sac Town USA. Later!

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In the morning, we were off to Glacier Point and if you’re into two lane woodsy rides, this should do you just fine. Lots of twists and turns up SR41 and then the same on Glacier Point Road. There were still sections on the road where you could not only see the devastation of the fires but could still smell the burnt wood and ash. Lots of the pink fire retardant could also be seen on stretches along the road.

Glacier Point is one of the most impressive places we’ve ever been. God’s handiwork on full display. Half Dome and the surrounding granite mountains, the water falls, wow! We picked up some groceries before leaving town, found a flat rock, and had ourselves a picnic. Hard to beat the view! After hiking around a bit, we mounted up and enjoyed that same great ride in the opposite

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Before leaving Sac, we knew that one of our favorite country musicians, Whitey Morgan was playing in North Fork. (FYI-the geographical center of California.) We couldn’t get tickets for this 2nd Annual Birthday Bash, so the following morning we rode down to the Bandit Town USA venue on the chance that somebody might be looking to dump a couple. Sure enough, we got lucky, and a guy had two to sell. Yeah! Since it was an allday affair with several bands, including Alex Williams, we would go for a little day ride up to Shaver Lake.

Road 222 out of North Fork will take you down past Bass Lake to the town of Auberry. Again, another great two-laner. Twists and curves galore as you make your

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19TH ANNUAL SARAH RENEE PHILLIPS MEMORIAL RUN August 25 (Vacaville): On this day, we rode with Sarah’s family to Eleanor Nelson Park to visit a lovingly landscaped section among a eucalyptus grove dedicated as ‘Sarah’s Garden’. For the past nineteen years, motorcycles ride along the bicycle path to pay their respects to the memory of Sarah (6/8/86 – 4/6/00) - the daughter of ABATE #17 President Glenn Phillips. Later riders feasted on a BBQ lunch and enjoyed live music from Savannah Blue. All proceeds benefit the SRP Memorial Scholarship with this year’s scholarship recipient as Dacari Mendonsa who will be attending CSU Sacramento for Pre-Nursing.

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REDWOOD RUN / BLUE LAKE RALLY September 1-2 (Blue Lake): Okay - let me catch those of you up that have not been following along with the Redwood Run tribulations this year. First off, many of you might be questioning that the Redwood Run was held in September this year. This is our understanding of how it all went down this year. First the owners of Riverview Ranch property in Piercy did not welcome us back this year which caused the organizers (all of which are volunteers, by the way) to scramble to secure a new location. After some lengthy effort on their part, it looked as though the new location for the Redwood Run would be at Cooks Valley just a few miles north of the old location in Piercy. All was moving forward smoothly until

somebody started to complain to the county about the event being held there, no doubt it was somebody who had watched SOA once and said not in MY back yard.

End result was the county pulled the permit and left the annual Redwood Run high and dry once again.

Long story short, it was fortunate that at the last minute - Blue Lake Casino stepped in and offered to host this long-standing run on their property. Now we will be the first to say that this is not the Redwood Run that we are all accustomed to - but as a standalone event, the Blue Lake Casino venue was quite good. Not to mention, it was very nice to have been accepted in while many other businesses in California often will turn a large group of bikers away.

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As it turned out, Terri and I had a blast at this event! There was a lot going on! There were two outdoor stages and bars with the main stage within close access to the casino and the Kickstand Lounge which was within walking or riding distance within the venue and close to the Mad River.

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As we were preparing to head home from the rally, we talked to a few of the organizers who told us that they are already working on securing a location and returning to Southern Humboldt for a June Redwood Run! And since this run went off so well at Blue Lake Casino, there is a possibility that this September run could return as well.

We think that would be great and would love to have the excuse to head north for both events. Stay tuned!!

Article and photos by Stan and Terri Hill. Additional photos contributed by Tina DeKruse of Awesome Photography and RV parking – something for everyone! And if you wanted, Blue Lake Casino and Resort was right there for a chance to win some cash or to just grab a nice warm meal. And to top that off - it did not matter which way you road in from - you could count on some great roads and scenic views. The turnout was not huge but most that we talked to were having and making it a great time. And there was no lack of entertainment on and off the stage, that was for sure.

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We have to really hand it to all of the hard working volunteers that have been working tirelessly to keep the Redwood Run alive. They are all a bunch of fighters and we all need to respect and understand that they are fighting for this event on our behalf so that we can look forward to the Redwood Run and its traditions rolling forward long into the future. It is easy to sit on the sidelines being an easy chair quarterback – smack talking about the event on social media. You may not agree with all that the organizers do; but the bottom line is unless you are willing to stand and work beside them all year long - investing your spare time - with no expectations other than to help provide an opportunity to the youth of Humboldt County then you’re not qualified to criticize. So how can you sit back and judge when you have no knowledge or understanding of the bureaucratic hurdles that they have to go through in order to make this event happen? We’re not a fan of this realization and we hate to break it to you - but it is not 1977 anymore.

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Airbrushing – Part One If I had a dollar for everyone who has asked me, ‘can you teach me how to airbrush?’ - I would be very wealthy. Airbrushing can be dated as far back as our ancient ancestors blew pigments through hollowed out bones on to their cave walls. In more current times, (circa 1890) they were used for re-touching photograph.

Jumping ahead to the 1930’s, George Petty and Alberto Vargas were two artists that gave America what we now call pinup girls. Today, my favorites are Olivia and Hajime Sorayama. A word of caution, their artwork is intended for adults only! Ok, I am not trying to give you a history lesson, there are literally thousands of artists who have contributed to this art form for centuries.

In its most basic format there are three pieces of equipment needed an airbrush, compressor, and an air line connecting the two. Airbrushes can be divided into two broad categories single action and double action. Single action airbrushes do not allow you to set or manipulate air to material ratios. When you pull the trigger, you can only control the total volume of air/paint ratio. The more you pull back the more air/paint you get.

Dual action airbrushes allow the artist to control the amount of air and the amount of material independently. This allows for an infinite number of spray patterns. When the trigger is pushed down, you control air flow. The more you push down, the more air. For material you pull the trigger back (hence double-action). A couple of considerations, 1) Single action brushes are less expensive, however you will be very limited for any fine renderings, 2) I personally do not know any professional who use single action brushes in custom motor arts. The reason is control. The more you can control the more accurate the outcome and 3) material delivery systemI do not like siphon feeds because force-fit fittings change.

Over time, the constant wear effects the material delivery. At the very least, stay with double action, gravity feeds.

Our next concern is which manufacturer will give me the most bang for my buck? To keep some objectivity, I asked Google which manufacturers produce the most air brushes.

The names that kept coming up were Iwata, Badger, Paashe, and Thayer & Chandler. Ok, lets further narrow our choices.

Let’s start with the type of material we will be shooting. There are two types of paint you will use; they are waterborne (which includes acrylics, inks, water colors, etc) and solvent borne (which includes urethanes, polyurethane bases, etc.)

Should you decide to use solvent borne, check with the manufacturer as to whether they use solvent resistant “O” rings. If not, your air brush will dissolve itself. Stay tuned for Airbrushing - Part Two in the next issue.

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Wishes on Wheels Motorcycle Charity Ride August 26 (Folsom/Jackson) Organizers added a new twist to this year’s annual event with a charity poker run starting from Folsom Harley-Davidson with stops that included The Murieta Inn & Spa and Mel’s Diner/BG’s Bar & Grill and the final destination at Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort where participants could grab some lunch and cold beverages. Also, there were vendors, raffle prizes and entertaining live music from After Dark. Proceeds from this event benefit Make-A-Wish Northeastern California & Northern Nevada.

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his wicked 2011 Dyna came to us by way of Mike the owner of a clothing brand called Wicked Loyalty. It’s very likely that you have seen the Wicked Loyalty booth at many local events around NorCal. Mike offers a creative clothing design from t-shirts, hats and hoodies - you name it, they have it. The company tag line is “loyalty is not just a word, it is a life style”. A good reminder for all and something this world would be a lot better off if everyone understood it. Mike is a proud member of the Resurrection Motorcycle Club and stays active in the community as well as with his family that he will be quick to remind you that it is not necessary to be related by blood to be family. Go to the Wicked Loyalty Facebook page to see what is new - there you will be encouraged by Mike’s positive outlook and also see what is new with this inspiring clothing brand.

His ride has received some loving care from none other than Miller Built Performance Cycles in Cameron Park where they pumped up the engine to 107”, with 585 gear drive cams, Jackson headworks heads. And this head turning paint job was laid down by Adam Sanchez.

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If You Can See What I Can See - You Might Be Riding On The Back of a Harley Pacific Ocean Coastline with the Compass Riders

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We Ride - long distance, short distance, weekends and vacations. We are on the bike as often as we can be. We joined the Compass Riders for their Nor Cal Pacific Coast Surfs Up three day weekend ride. Our ride leaders were Michael Paul and his lady Poppie. We rode approximately 750 miles, most along the northern Pacific Ocean Coastline. We stopped for a break almost every 2 hours and were encouraged to sightsee and take many photos. I am a lifetime local Nor Cal girl. I had already been to some of the places on this ride, so I thought I’d sit back, relax and see some of the same things again.

It turned out that most were places that I often passed and never stopped at. When this trip was all over, I was elated and exhausted from having so much fun. This was a great ride and I recommend it to all riders.

The first morning started with meeting friends and strangers, saying hello, visiting and eating breakfast together. There was a safety meeting with a reminder about the responsibility to stay together, and be aware of who is ahead of and behind you. Time for kick stands up and the large group of 29 people, 19 bikes and 1 car were on the road, all riding off to Ft. Bragg.

One of the first sights to catch my attention was the unique Stevenson Bridge, built in 1923. Today it is a local landmark, fully covered in Graffiti. It’s one of only three bridges in California that utilizes an architectural design known as the overhead tie arch. Quickly we were riding through the hills of

Curt & Cyndee at Alice’s Restaurant

Arriving at Santa Cruz Wharf

Napa County, stopping at Markley Cove at Lake Berryessa.

We wanted to stop at the Glory Hole in Lake Berryessa, but there wasn’t much to see. The water currently isn’t high enough to spill over into the hole. On to St Helena and then an hour break at Calistoga, giving us a quick chance to sightsee and stretch our legs. We did go to the Sugar Train, and enjoyed a refreshing cold fruit smoothie on a hot day. We left Calistoga and headed to Geyserville for a buffet lunch at the River Rock Casino. Knowing we were coming, they reserved the patio for us. We enjoyed a miraculous view from the mountain top overlooking the Napa Valley. After lunch we rode to the Lake Sonoma overlook, taking amazing photos of the lake behind us. Leaving there, we rode through many little towns that I never noticed before, including Cloverdale, Hopland and Yorkville. The roads were twisty and fun. The next break and time to relax was a stop at the Navarro General Store. All of us enjoyed sitting on the wooden patio deck, laughing and talking about the ride. Moving on, heading to Ft Bragg, west on Hwy 128, we travelled through the Navarro River Redwoods Forest.

The trees provide a breathtaking view as we rode through filtered sunlight, looking at the towering tall trees and giant ferns. After a long day on and off the bike, at 8pm, we arrived at Ft Bragg, exhilarated and tired, almost 12 hours after our 8:30 KSU that morning.

We rode through many interesting and beautiful towns, Mendocino, Little River, Albion, and Elk. We were looking, but we never saw any elk in Elk. Curt and I have been wanting to plan a Lighthouse Tour ride. We were happy the next stop on this ride was at the Point Arena Lighthouse.

We laughed and called this the first of our 2018 Lighthouse Tour. This lighthouse was originally erected in 1870. The museum on sight features an original 1st order Fresnel glass prism lens. This lens is 6 ft. in diameter and weighs 4,700 lbs. It is amazing that prior to electricity the huge lens was manually rotated by a clockwork mechanism, and managed to shine 21 miles out into the ocean warning ships that land was nearby. We decided to go inside and up to the top of the lighthouse. After climbing 115 feet up 144 stairs, we realized we might not do a Lighthouse Tour after all. Still, just being that high up and looking out at the ocean was incredible. Next stop was Fort Ross State Park, a Russian Settlement Village. Still standing on the grounds is California’s first Windmill, built in 1817, and the Holy Trinity Chapel, built in the 1820’s. The Chapel was the first Russian Orthodox

Church built in North America outside of Alaska. Many cannons on site remind you that they were prepared to fight and defend their position on the California Coast.

After our lessons on local history, we traveled down the coast, through Jenner and the Sonoma Coast State Park to Bodega Bay for lunch. Our next stop was a visit to Stinson Beach, where some of the group enjoyed walking in the sand, out to the water’s edge. On the road again, we passed Muir Beach as we traveled through the hills of Mill Valley and Tamalpais. Amazing views of lush green trees standing on wheat colored hills looking up at the vast blue sky. This view was one of my favorite of the entire weekend. Riding on, 19 bikes roared loudly through the tunnel at Sausalito. Once out of the tunnel, we came upon the Golden Gate Bridge. Another very cool part of the ride, was enjoying the bikes roaring across the Golden Gate Bridge together. Just after we got off the bridge, I caught a breathtaking view of sun going down over the Pacific Ocean. We stayed on the

The next morning we headed out just before 9:30am, with a plan to ride along the Pacific Coast Hwy to Half Moon Bay.

Lunch overlooking Napa Valley

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coast while in San Francisco, passing through Sea Cliff, and saw many fascinating mansions. We passed the Legion of Honor Museum, and the famous Cliff House. Still on Cabrillo Hwy (Hwy 1), we enjoyed the coastline. The ocean view was breath taking as we approached Half Moon Bay. Eleven hours later, another long day of seeing the sights and traveling on the bikes, we finally arrived at the hotel. Time to relax and go to dinner, with more unique things to see at Cameron’s English Pub. Memorabilia from all over the world covered every inch on the walls and ceiling.

Getting out a little earlier on this morning, our last day of this trip and fabulous ride, started with more education. We rode the coast to the UC Santa Cruz Seymour Marine Discovery Center. We spent at least an hour, looking at various forms of marine life, from skeletons of whales to a moving baby Swell Shark that is still forming in the egg seed pod, and beautiful starfish on coral. This center is a fascinating hands on, touch and feel, place that the entire family will enjoy. Next stop was a relaxing visit to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Pier. Across the water was the world famous Santa Cruz Amusement Park.

Leaving there, we rode through the Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park. Riding on the bike through the redwoods you could feel the sun as it splashes through the trees and enjoy the fresh smell of the redwoods. We stopped for lunch at a cute place in Woodside, called Alice’s Restaurant. The building was built in the early 1900’s, and first used as a General Store.

Alice bought the place in the 1960’s and named it after herself.

Story has it that she loved being connected to the Arlo Guthrie song of the same name, Alice’s Restaurant. Lunch break was over and we were back on the bikes again, until we stopped at Arlen Ness Motorcycle. Wow!! What a cool museum of BadAss bikes and memorabilia. We spent an hour there, just looking around while the group dropped a few dollars on souvenir tee shirts.

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We took the road through the windmill power area with hopes to catch less traffic. It didn’t matter, we were stuck in slow moving traffic on a hot day in the hills. We were no longer enjoying the cool coast weather. I was impressed every time we were about to sit in slow traffic, our leader pulled a U-Turn and simply took us another way to get where he wanted to go.

He knew these roads, kept the pace quick but not too fast. He took us through the hills and along the coast, bringing us home through the Delta where we passed by or crossed over at least six different style bridges. Every bit of this trip was exciting and more to see. A 12 hour day of riding, we arrived home feeling beat up and happy about it. We had the greatest ending to the ride, watching the sunset over the Sacramento River.

Article and photos contributed by Cyndee Reed Van Hooser

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s we enter the 3rd quarter of 2018, it is surprising how fast the year has gone. It’s been an outstanding year, and for some, they are stuck in the same place they were last quarter, and the quarter before that, and for some, they are still stuck in 2017. There is no growth as they continue doing the same things over and over again expecting different results. This we have come to know as insanity. The phone rings and my email gets blown up with people in devastating situations that are generally the same situations they were in last time or even last year and continue to be in as they are unable to come to grips with the need for change in their life.

We go through coaching and counselling sessions that free them up with ideas to change, yet they fall into the same old traps that grip their life with hurt and despair.

Why is it that an animal will learn to stay away from danger, yet we humans are prone to relive the pain over and over?

The definition of being foolish according to the dictionary is…’having or showing a lack of good sense, judgment or discretion’. Okay, how many of us can raise our hands on that one? Plenty, I am sure. Talking with many people that come to me and ask my advice, I can honestly say that one of the key areas that keep us from moving forward in our lives is arrogance. This word has deteriorated plenty of friendships, business relationships, marriages as well as relationships with our children. The definition of arrogance in the dictionary is…’an attitude of superiority manifested in an overbearing manner’. We fall in to the trap of arrogance towards situations and others. Sometimes, it’s towards the very people that are trying to help us.

us standing alone. We will look for our families and they will be gone. Those once close friends will soon find new friends that give as well as they receive. Changing arrogance into humility is no easy task and not for the faint at heart. It is a transformational thing that takes place on the inside of a human being. Choosing humility over arrogance, although it may sound like a weakness, it is actually a very strong asset.

When you get to a point in your life that you no longer need to be arrogant to get your way, a new world opens up for you. A sense of well-being comes over you as more and more people gravitate towards you and your cause.

Once upon a time, there were two gentlemen walking toward each other on a small dirt path that lay on the side of a mountain. It was narrow enough that two people could not pass each other at the same time. As they got closer and closer, they both knew there was no way for them to pass each other and one was going to have to move aside. As they came toe-to-toe on the trail, it was obvious someone was going to have to move. They were staring eye-to-eye when the first gentleman said in a very arrogant voice, “I never move out of the way for a fool” and didn’t budge. The second gentleman said, “I always do”, stepped aside and waved him on. Humility always wins. See you at Thunder Road Church.

1 Peter 2:15 For it is God’s will that by doing good you should silence the ignorant talk of foolish people” (NIV) “Never Ride Alone” Pastor Johnny Lujan – Thunder Road Church

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The trap of arrogance, if unnoticed, will eventually leave

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EVENT Two biker chicks are laying on the beach in Daytona while on vacation for Biketoberfest, deciding which Club to go to that night.

The one younger chick says she heard of a great place where “the men customers are Best known for being really good in the sack’.

The older chick wisely responds, ‘Yeah, I’ve always found men are like beer; some just go down better than others’.

-------------------------------------------------------------A little Louisiana’ boy was sitting on the curb with a gallon of turpentine and shaking it up and watching all the bubbles. A little while later a Priest came along and asked the little boy what he had.

The little boy replied, “Dis here is the most powerful liquid in the world, it’s called turpentine.”

The Priest said, “Actually, the most powerful liquid in the world is Holy Water. If you take some of this Holy Water and rub it on a pregnant women’s belly, she’ll pass a healthy baby.

The little boy replied, “Oh yeah, well, if’n I take some of dis’ here turpentine and rub it on my lil’ brother’s ass, he’ll pass a Harley-Davidson.”

-------------------------------------------------------------Five surgeons from big cities are discussing who makes the best patients to operate on.

The first surgeon, from New York, says,” I like to see accountants on my operating table because when you open them up, everything inside is numbered.”

The second, from Chicago, responds, “Yeah, but you should try electricians! Everything inside them is color coded.”

The third surgeon, from Dallas, says, “No, I really think librarians are the best, everything inside them is in alphabetical order.”

The fourth surgeon, from Los Angeles chimes in: “You know, I like construction workers. Those guys always understand when you have a few parts left over.”

But the fifth surgeon, from Washington, DC, shut them all up when he observed: “You’re all wrong. Politicians are the easiest to operate on. There’s no guts, no heart, no balls, no brains, and no spine. Plus, the head and the ass are interchangeable.”

-------------------------------------------------------------Just who was the first person to say, “See that chicken there? I’m gonna’ eat the next thing that comes outta’ it’s ass”.

Two young business men in California were sitting down for a break in their soon-to-be new store in the shop-

ping mall. As yet, the store wasn’t ready, with only a few shelves and display racks set up. One said to the other, “I’ll bet that any minute now some lame-as senior is going to walk by, put his face to the window, and ask what we’re selling.” Sure enough, just a moment later, a curious senior gentleman walked up to the window, looked around intensely and rapped on the glass, then in a loud voice asked, “What are you sellin’ here?” One of the guys yelled sarcastically, “We’re selling ass-holes.”

Without missing a single beat, the old timer said, “Sales are good. Only two left.”

--------------------------------------------------------------A man was leaving a convenience store when he noticed a most unusual funeral procession approaching the nearby cemetery. A black hearse was followed by a second black hearse about 50 feet behind the first one.

Behind the second hearse was a solitary man walking a dog on a leash. Behind him, a short distance back, were about 200 men walking in single file.

The man watching couldn’t stand the curiosity. He respectfully approached the man walking the dog and said... “I am so sorry for your loss, and this may be a bad time to disturb you, but I’ve never seen a funeral like this.

Whose funeral is it?”

“My wife’s.” ‘’What happened to her?”

“She yelled at me and my dog attacked and killed her.”

He inquired further, “But who is in the second hearse?”

“My mother-in-law. She came to help my wife and the dog turned on her and killed her also.”

It was a very poignant and touching moment of brotherhood. Silence passed between the two men.

The man then asked... “Can I borrow the dog?”

The man walking the dog replied, “Get in line.”

--------------------------------------------------------------A 12 year old is upstairs walking down the hall to the kitchen when he hears a woman’s scream over and over coming from his parent’s bedroom. He opens the door and sees his parents only with their heads at the bottom of the bed, his Dad on top. His Dad in the throes of passion looks up and sees him, but his only reaction is a big-ass grin and a thumbs up.

About a week passes and the Dad is in the kitchen getting a late night snack when he hears all this moaning from the downstairs bedroom. He quietly opens the door to see his son really going hard on Grandma. The son looks up, stares straight into his Dad’s eyes with a big ole’ grin, a thumbs up, and says, “It’s not so damn funny when it’s your Mom is it?”.

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BIKER BAND REVUE:

GENRE ROCK: Diversity of One

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caught up with the band Diversity of One, for an interview, just hours before they were scheduled to perform in Arizona.

With little time on their hands, they agreed to sit down with me and answer a few questions that I had prepared.

Taleah: The textbook definition for diversity of one has many definitions. Has anyone ever asked you what Diversity of One means to you?

Diversity of One: Actually No. We have been asked what D-1 stands for. The name Diversity of One also known as D-1 is a story, not a definition. The diversity comes from the four of us. Each one of us come from different walks of life, different roots, economic situations etc. We have come together as one unit to create what we have created. It’s something really special. To us, it means bringing together different cultures and making one amazing thing.

Taleah: If you could say one thing to your audience as you walk out on stage, what would you say to them?

Diversity of One: Respect Taleah: Who’s the shy one?

Diversity of One: The assassin. Off stage he’s quiet and reserved. Unlike his fired up stage performance.

Taleah: What’s in the future of D-1?

Diversity of One: We are putting together the material for a new CD. At present we are in the writing stage, but hope to release it in 2019.

Because of their tight schedule, I wrapped up the interview and we all said our good byes. In just a few hours they would be back on tour and heading to Phoenix, Arizona. NorCal can catch Diversity of One playing at the Shinerfest on September 28-29th in Wilseyville.

BMC (Bass/ Back-up vocals) BMC is the papa bear of the group. He has logged many years on the road starting when he was a teenager racing cars all throughout the U.S. and now our musical Doctor of the Bass. He administers that rumble you feel in your chest. He is a true student of the game of life. BMC is not afraid of the hard work and he constantly finds ways to become a better musician. His infectious and extreme work ethic makes the people around

him better. BMC’s background reflects his playing style: Hard Rock, Big Country Guy, 80’s Rock, Metal, Old School Low Rider Music, and HipHop.

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Jemezzy Ba’be (Lead Vocals) Growing up in a family full of entertainers one might think that Jemezzy Ba’Be may have chosen a different path, like becoming a doctor or lawyer or even a police officer. Well that is not the case. After countless shows and thousands of hours on the road, sharing the stage with some the biggest HipHop legends, yes you guessed it, a musician.

Growing up with music playing from sunup till sundown, planted the seed in a young boy that would become Jemezzy. He would have to follow in the huge footsteps left by his family tree of musicians.

Joeliath (Drums / Back-up vocals) Joelliath brings 20 plus years of experience in the music business. His knowledge alone is priceless. The fire and passion Joeliath plays with is on the thin line between genius and insanity. With pure love and respect for the ones who showed him the way, they continue to inspire him to play the drums with so much grit.

Joeliath plays with that in your face edgy Hardcore Metal–I’m going to murder every song style drumming. He’s a proud member that takes so much pride in destroying snares… stemming from his background of playing Metal, Punk, Thrash HipHop, and Various Other Styles.

Assassin (Guitar/vocals) Assassin is the baby brother of the crew. He is not a stranger to the music scene. Assassin comes from a long family of shredders, from grandfather to uncle, and now the torch has been passed onto him. Assassin has put many years into the local circuit. He brings that bang your head till your neck get stiff style of guitar with face melting rifts and sneaky snake like scales that will blow your mind. When he hits the stage, you can see by the crazy look in his eye that he is a shredder. His style reflects his background which includes Death Metal, Rock, Hard Rock, Alternative HipHop.

August 18 (Pier 32 - San Francisco) Super Hooligan Flat Track Racing, Police Motor Skills Competition Finals, Stunt Show, Bike and Art Show, Live Music with proceeds to benefiting SFPD Wilderness Adventure Youth Program. Photos by Stan and Terri Hill Check out ‘Roland Sand’s Moto Bay Classic’ video on at .com

For more information Facebook: Diversityofone www.DiversityOf1.com

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A&M Heating and Air Conditioning www.AMHeatingandAirConditioning.com 7625 Sunrise Blvd – Ste 208 Citrus Heights, CA 95610 (916) 747-5654 Insurance

CycleInsure Agency www.cycleinsure.com 4201 Sunrise Blvd – Suite B Fair Oaks, CA 95628 800-800-0965 / 916-200-1000 Jim Wall Insurance Agency Kelly Weber – Owner/Agent 6045 Hazel Avenue Orangevale, CA 95662 Email: jimwallins@yahoo.com (916) 989-1915 Nobel West Insurance Services www.noblewest.net (800) 391-1313

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J&S Surplus Eagle Iron & Leather www.Surplusinc.com Hwy 1 & North Struve Road Moss Landing, CA 95039 831-724-0588 The Leatherworks, Inc. www.LeatherworksInc.com 188 Frank West Circle #C Stockton, CA 95206 (209) 983-9200 Tomson Leather Est. 1985 Custom Leather Clothing & Repairs Placerville, California Call for appointment (530) 622-2453 West Coast Leathers www.westcoastleathers.com 10021 Wolf Road - SteC-17 Lake of the Pines, CA 95949 (916) 803-6854 Lodging & Resorts

Featherbed Railroad Bed & Breakfast Resort www.featherbedrailroad.com 2870 Lakeshore Blvd Nice, CA 95464 (707)274-8378 Inn of the Lost Coast www.innofthelostcoast.com 205 Wave Drive Shelter Cove, CA 95589 707-986-7521 Motorcycle Attorneys

Jachimowicz Law Group 1530 The Alameda – Ste 115 San Jose, CA 95126 (408) 246-5500 Kirbys Law www.KirbysLaw.com California’s Motorcycle Lawyers 24/7 (800) 699-9097

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Rushford & Bonotto Trial Lawyers www.rushfordbonotto.com 1010 Hurley Way – Ste 410 Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 565-0590 Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys www.RussBrown.com (800) 800-4-BIKERS Motorcycle Detailing

San Jose Hogwash Motorcycle Detailing www.sanjosehogwash.com P.O. Box 24273 San Jose, CA 95154 (408) 641-1940 Powder Coating Performance Powder Coating & Sandblasting 6326 Main Avenue #4 Orangevale, CA 95662 (916) 987-1942 Sales / Service / Accessories

Billy’s Motorcycle Shop 3233 Elkhorn Blvd. #1 North Highlands, CA 95660 (916) 332-3023 Clinton’s Custom Cycle 555 G Street Lincoln, CA 95648 (916) 645-0954

Custom Design Studios www.customdesignstudios.com 56 Hamilton Drive – Suite A Novato, CA 94949 (415) 382-6662 Dirtbag Cycles 155 Nardi Lane – Ste B Martinez, CA 94553 (925) 372-3818 HD Performance 217 Kenroy Lane – Ste 7 Roseville, CA 95678 (916) 715-9530 HK Cycles www.hkcycles.com 196 Airway Blvd Livermore, CA 94551 (925) 443-1269 Horse Power

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GOT EVENTS ? Submit your events online at www.thunderroadsnorcal.com OCTOBER 2018

OCTOBER 6 22nd Annual Black Widows Poker Run SACRAMENTO Presented by Black Widows Inc. VFW #67 – 2784 Stockton Blvd. Registration 8am-10am. Come join us! Ride – Drive – Float – Walk - Run or Crawl Everyone is welcome! $30 pre registration (online or by mail by 09/24/18) Ticket includes Roast Pig or Chicken Dinner, Tshirt, Poker Hand & Entry for Grand Prize! Live music by the Jeff Watson Band! High /Low Poker Hand, 50/50 drawing and $1 Raffle Prizes! Grab your Throttle & lets Rip up the Delta Roads, Second Card at the Hospital so Rev them up for the Kids! To Benefit Shriners Hospitals for Children of Northern California, Sacramento.

For more information: Jamey Ray (916) 649-2240 / www.

Blackwidowspokerrun.org OCTOBER 6 8th Annual 111 Mile Motorcycle Ride For Veterans AUBURN Presented by The Forgotten Soldier Program. Ride starts at C & E Auburn Indian and V-Twin, 12015 Shale Ridge Lane. 8am registration $25 day of ($20 on line) includes: Octoberfest Lunch, Music, Card Game, Raffle Prizes, Chapter Challenge. All bikes welcome, Non riders welcome for lunch. Ends at St. Teresa’s Social Hall - 11600 Atwood Road. For more information: www.forgottensoldierprogram. org. See flyer on Pg 29 OCTOBER 6 2018 Fall Bingo Fun Run and Memorial Event VACAVILLE Presented by A.B.A.T.E. Local 17. Starts at 9am at The Hide-A-Way. Bingo Run with 5 stops. Pay out at each stop $5 per card, play as many as you want. A good time and we will memorialize the past year of Fallen Riders and remember others at the end of the run. For more information: Glenn Phillips (707) 624-6310 / glennphillips01@comcast.net

OCTOBER 6 Breast Cancer Awareness Event SACRAMENTO Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am - 2pm. Harley-Davidson of Sacramento and the American Cancer Society have partnered up together for an epic Breast Cancer event. All funds to go to the American Cancer Society.For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com OCTOBER 6 Richmond Red & White Bike & Car Show ANTIOCH Presented by Richmond Red & White. Located at Contra Costa Fairgrounds – 1201 West 10th Street. $20 Donation – Kids under 12 are FREE / Active Military are FREE. Gates open at Noon. Wheelie contest, Rib Cookoff, Chili Cookoff. For more information: (510) 223-0181 / www. hellsangelsrichmond.com OCTOBER 6 Biketoberfest SACRAMENTO Presented by Sacramento Red & White – 3405 9th Avenue.

Gates open at 6:30pm. $20 Donation Pre-Sale / $30 Donation at the gate. Music by Rogue. Grand Prize Raffle for Pre-Sale Tickets Only. See flyer on Pg 50 OCTOBER 6 9th Annual Save The Big Twins Run VACAVILLE Presented by Iron Steed Harley-Davidson - 100 Auto Center Drive. Registration 9am-10am. Entry $30 Donation includes a run bracelet and meal ticket. (Pre-register by September 22nd and your donation will also include a commemorative event shirt!)

We will have games, raffles, awards and delicious food provided by our end spot at Road Trip Bar & Grill! Get excited, wear your pink and come out to support The Big Twins and have a great day! Benefiting the Solano Midnight Sun Foundation For more information: events@ironsteedhd.com. See flyer on Pg 25

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OCTOBER 7 Annual Bike Show / Swap Meet REDDING Presented by Redding Harley Owners Group. Registration at Redding Harley Davidson - 1268 Twin View Blvd. 8am3pm. $15 pre reg / $20 day of. Annual ride in bike show and swap meet. For the swap meet, please only motorcycles, parts, official HD clothing or merchandise will be allowed. ($10 per parking spot). Bike show is open to all brands of motorcycles. For more information: Dan (530) 604-2167 / indiandan@hotmail.com OCTOBER 11-14 Las Vegas BikeFest LAS VEGAS Las Vegas BikeFest has a brand new home! The premier West Coast Motorcycle Rally will be held at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center -200 S. 3rd Street next to the Fremont Street Experience. 11am – 10pm / $25 - $70 Friday night headliner: Puddle of Mudd Saturday night headliner: Foghat. Motorcycle Giveaways, $5,000 in Shopping Spree Giveaways, Bike Shows, Las Vegas Motorcycle Hall of Fame, Contests and of course shop for your favorite motorcycle accessories, parts and swag all in one convenient location.

For more information: www.LasVegasBikeFest.com OCTOBER 12 8th Annual Jeff Keith’s Ride For Reason Pre-Party HISTORIC ROSEVILLE Presented by Higher Purpose Events. Located at Opera House Saloon – 411 Lincoln Street. 8pm-11pm. $15 General Admission.

Rockin’ with Savannah Blue w/special appearance by Voyager.

VIP and sponsorship available. Benefits foster kids. For more information: (916) 827-1743 / jkride4reason@gmail.com / www. higherpurposeevents.com. See flyer on Pg 49 OCTOBER 13-14 Big Bike Weekend ANDERSON Presented by Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys, Dyno Jet, Camping World. Located at Shasta District Fair & Event Center - 1890 Briggs Street. Sat 10a-10p, Sun 10a-6p. Free to spectators. Riders can pay a fee of $30 that includes Remembrance Ride, Sat. lunch, $20 discount on dyno

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testing, parking inside fairgrounds, $2.50 beers all weekend, bike games, bike show, music/bands all day on Saturday (Rocks for Socks Concert) MS Muscles for Strongman Competition, Cornhole Tournament, Dyno testing, Bike Show, Bike Games, Shasta Annual Gem & Mineral Show Vendors, Food Booths and RV Camping. For more information: bigbikeweekend@hotmail.com (530) 276-5802 / www.bigbikeweekend.com

OCTOBER 19 Biketoberfest and Launch Party VACAVILLE Presented by Iron Steed Harley-Davidson - 100 Auto Center Drive. 5:30pm. $20 Tasting ticket includes beer card and food. Craft breweries on site. Live music by Off The Record. Proceeds benefit breast cancer research For more information: events@ironsteedhd.com. See flyer on Pg 25

OCTOBER 13 Demo Days SACRAMENTO Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 9am - 6pm. It’s time to find your freedom. Come test ride your dream bike! Weather permitting. For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com

OCTOBER 20 10th Annual Kenny’s Bar & Grill Rib Cook Off WOODLAND Presented by Kenny’s Bar & Grill – 721 East Street. Starts at noon – all you can eat ribs $20. For more information: (530) 662-3634. See flyer on Pg 22

OCTOBER 13 Ceasefire Veterans Benefit Run VACAVILLE Presented by Rough Riders M/C, Gateway Chapter. Sign in at Iron Steed Harley-Davidson - 100 Auto Center Dr. Signins 9:30 - 11am. $20 Donation. Coffee and Donuts, awards.

Food and Band starts at 1pm. For more information: Lucky (707) 365-8661 OCTOBER 13 8th Annual Jeff Keith’s Ride For Reason ROCKLIN Presented by Higher Purpose Events. 9am-11am. Register at Rocklin Harley-Davidson – 4401 Granite Drive. $25 preregister / $35 day of. Bikes, vendors, raffle, food, fun and rock & roll from 12:30pm-3:30pm at Opera House Saloon – 411 Lincoln Street in Roseville. Benefits foster kids.

VIP and sponsorship available.

For more information: (916) 827-1743 / jkride4reason@gmail.com / www. higherpurposeevents.com See flyer on Backcover OCTOBER 14 Steve Tausan Memorial Run 2018 SAN CRUZ / SAN JOSE Presented by Hells Angels Santa Cruz. Located at Callahan’s Bar – 507 Waters Street Pack 1 leaves at 11am. Pack 2 San Jose location leaves from Spirit Motorcycles – 460 Meridian Ave at 12noon. $10 Donation. Ride to Steve’s resting place.

Run ends at Summit House Beer Garden -23123 Summit at Hwy 17. Chick boxing, support gear, music and good times.

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OCTOBER 20 Divide Poker Run Fundraiser EL DORADO HILLS Presented by Inferno Men’s Division. Registration at The Purple Place - 363 Green Valley Rd. 11am. $25 donation.

5pm completion at Cool Beer Werks. All wheels welcome - FUN, FOOD and Prizes. Winning hand gets 50% of the registration pot. Pre register for $20 today. Raising money for families in need during the holidays. Let’s Ride with purpose! For more information: www.supportelfevents. com OCTOBER 20 Fright Night COTTONWOOD Presented by Hell’s Angels MC North. Located at American Legion Hall – 3297 Chestnut Street. 6pm Food, drinks and family environment. Come down and have a great time. For more information: Jose (530) 241-1421 OCTOBER 20 Demo Days SACRAMENTO Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 9am - 6pm. It’s time to find your freedom. Come test ride your dream bike! Weather permitting. For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com

OCTOBER 20 32nd Annual Sonora Toy Run JAMESTOWN Presented by AMA Chapter 2466. Sign up at Jamestown Harley Davidson -18275 Hwy 108.

9am-10: 45 tickets - $20 per person. Ride through the foothills of Jamestown, Columbia, Murphys & Angels Camp to end up at the Motherlode Fairgrounds in Sonora. Run pins to the first 200 sign-ups. Music - Food - Beverages - 50/50 Raffle - lots of raffle prizes. For more information: Robert McGinnis (209) 694-0370 OCTOBER 21 Buried Bones 6 Poker Run & Patio Party EL DORADO Presented by 41Live! Sign in at Poor Red’s – 6221 Pleasant Valley Rd. 10am-12noon. $20 per person / $35 couple – online registration. Music, games, vendor, raffle and BBQ 1:30pm – 5:30pm. 90 Mile scenic back country ride to historic graveyards. For more information: (916) 400-4771 / info@41live. com / www.41live.com. See flyer on Inside Front Cover OCTOBER 27 Halloween Party SACRAMENTO Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am - 2pm. It’s Halloween! Come celebrate Halloween at Harley-Davidson of Sacramento! Enjoy $1 beer and free hamburgers while supplies last. Please drink responsibly. Do not drink and ride. For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com OCTOBER 27 Graveyard Run FOLSOM Presented by Resurrection. Sign in at Folsom Harley – 115 Woodmere Rd from 9am to 11am. $20 single / $30 couple.

Live music raffle and great food. For more information: Steveo54@hotmail.com OCTOBER 31 Safe Trick or Treat SACRAMENTO Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 10am - 6 pm. Come trick or treat at Harley-Davidson of Sacramento! Be sure to dress up and bring the kids! The dealership will be handing out candy in all departments. For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com

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NOVEMBER 2018

NOVEMBER 3 Demo Days SACRAMENTO Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 9am - 6pm. It’s time to find your freedom. Come test ride your dream bike! Weather permitting. For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com NOVEMBER 3 12th Annual Santa Claus Toy Run MODESTO Presented by Renegade Classics Modesto & Black Oak Casino. Registration at Renegade Classics - 930 N Carpenter Rd #A. 9am-10am. $20 & New Unwrapped Toy (Pre Registration October 26-Nov 3rd) Last Bike Out 10am Ride to Black Oak Casino Party in the Willow Creek Lounge. Live Music, BBQ Lunch prizes and more! All Toys will benefit underprivileged children throughout the Modesto community. For more information: (209) 549-9071 / www. renegadeevents.com NOVEMBER 10 Veterans Day Celebration SACRAMENTO Come celebrate Veterans Day at Harley-Davidson of Sacramento! We will be raising funds for the Vietnam Veterans of America, Sacramento Valley Chapter 500. For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com

NOVEMBER 17 16th Annual Santa Claus Toy Run SACRAMENTO Presented by Renegade Classics & Thunder Valley Casino.

Sign in at Renegade Classics – 6758 Folsom Blvd. 9am11am. $25 & New Unwrapped Toy (Pre-Registration SAVE $5) Group Ride leaves at 11am. Party at Thunder Valley Casino 12pm-5pm 3 Live Bands, Buffet Lunch, Prizes, Giving Away a 2018 Harley Davidson. Live Music Performed by “Little Kiss” For more information: (916) 454-3700 / www.renegadeevents.com NOVEMBER 24 19th Annual Hatt’s San Quentin Toy Run SAN RAFAEL Presented by Hatt’s Motorcycles. Located at Pier 15 – 15 Harbor Avenue. RAIN OR SHINE. 9am-11am $20 / Bring Unwrapped Toy or Gift Card. Food, Drinks, Live Music and raffle. All bikes & cars are welcome. Please come join the fun! Run benefits children of inmates of San Quentin. Sponsors needed! For more information: Bret Hatt (415) 488-1441. See flyer on Pg 49 NOVEMBER 25 Willits Toy Run WILLITS Presented by Willits Wild Bunch. Located at Evergreen Shopping Center, south end of town. 12 noon. Cost: 1 Toy. Pack leaves at Noon with an escorted ride thru town to The Little Lake Grange. Live Band, Auction, Raffle, Free Food and No Host Bar. Benefits the Willits Childrens Christmas Program.

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NOVEMBER 11 NorCal Cycle Swap SACRAMENTO Located at West Wind Drive-In - 9619 Oates Drive. Swap with 100 vendors, all makes and models of bike parts. 8am, 10 bucks – FREE PARKING. For more information: www. norcalcycleswap.com. See flyer on Pg 40

DECEMBER 1 Demo Days SACRAMENTO Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 9am - 5pm. It’s time to find your freedom. Come test ride your dream bike! Weather permitting. For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com

NOVEMBER 17 Demo Days SACRAMENTO Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 9am - 6pm. It’s time to find your freedom. Come test ride your dream bike! Weather permitting. For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com

DECEMBER 8 27th Annual Nevada County Food and Toy Run NEVADA CITY Presented by Nevada County Food and Toy Run. Leave the Eric Rood Building at noon. Bring food or unwrapped toy.

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Don’t miss out on the tradition of having your picture taken with Santa-did we mention it’s free? Be sure to bring your camera!

For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com DECEMBER 22 Demo Days SACRAMENTO Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am - 2pm. It’s time to find your freedom. Come test ride your dream bike! Weather permitting. For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com DECEMBER 29 New Year’s Party SACRAMENTO Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am - 2pm. It’s time to party like it is 2019! Come celebrate the new year with your friends at Harley-Davidson of Sacramento. For more information: (916) 929-4680 / www.hdsac.com

MEETINGS - OPEN HOUSE

2nd MONDAY OF EACH MONTH SUTTER CREEK American Legion Riders Meeting Presented by Post 108 Legion Riders – 11401 American Legion Drive – 6:30pm.

2nd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH MANTECA Eagle’s Nest HOG Chapter Monthly Meeting Presented by Eagle’s Nest HOG Chapter - Mountain Mike’s Pizza - 1120 N Main St. 7pm – 8pm/ Meeting is free. Do you ride a Harley-Davidson motorcycle and are looking for a fun group to ride with? Come join the Eagle’s Nest HOG Chapter to learn about their upcoming rides.

3rd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH FOLSOM Folsom HOG Chapter 1787 General Meeting Presented by Folsom HOG – Round Table Pizza – 9500 Greenback Lane – Unit 1. 7pm-8:30pm For more information: www.folsomhog.org / Secretary@folsomhog.org

1st WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH SACRAMENTO Sacramento HOG Monthly Social Presented by Sacramento Harley Owners Group – Elks Lodge #6 – 6446 Riverside Blvd. 6:30pm Do you ride a Harley-Davidson motorcycle? Do you like to ride and have fun? If yes, please come and join us for our monthly chapter social. For more information: Savannah Westbrook sav@hdsac.com EVERY THURSDAY RANCHO CORDOVA BIKER CHURCH NIGHT Presented by Thunder Road Biker Church - 3235 Sunrise Blvd #3 7pm-8pm 2nd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH VACAVILLE Vacaville HOG Chapter Monthly Meet & Greet Presented by Iron Steed H.O.G. Chapter Vacaville.

Located at Hide-A-Way - 1080 Orange Dr. 7pm. Are you looking for a group of people just like you? Do you need people to ride with? Look no further! For more information or inquiries, contact our Chapter Director Dori at valentinedori@yahoo.com Chapter Asst. Director Charlynn at charlynnmatheson@sbcglobal.net 2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH WOODLAND BIKERS AGAINST CHILD ABUSE Meeting at VFW Hall – 345 W. Kentucky Avenue. 7pm Meetings are open to the public. (530) 848-2090 with any questions.

2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH FAIRFIELD OPEN HOUSE Presented by Dirty Whites Club House – 748 N. Texas St 8pm - ? Come have a blast! Contact Joe 707-694-5251 3rd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH VALLEJO OPEN HOUSE Presented by Hellbent MC 707 Crew – 100 Lincoln Rd. E - 8pm. Come one come all! Our house is open to start your weekend off right, join us for our Open House night.

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EVERY SATURDAY SACRAMENTO Presented by Misplaced Souls MC. Open House to the Biker Community – 3418 Auburn Blvd on Saturday nights – 6pm. / No Cover Charge. Come Join the MSMC and other motorcycle enthusiasts where we enjoy good entertainment, cold drinks, and good food. For more information: Spit Shine (916) 217-2508 / Sarge (785) 4101015.

1st SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH AUBURN MONTHLY CHAPTER MEETING Presented by Gold Country Indian Motorcycle Riders Group. C&E Auburn Indian & V-Twin - 12015 Shale Ridge Rd. 9:30am. Gold Country IMRG is open to all motorcycle brands. All members and perspective members and friends are welcome. www.goldcountryimrg.com 2nd SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH ROSEVILLE BIKER CHURCH NIGHT Presented by Thunder Road Biker Church - 706 Atlantic Street 5:30pm-6:30pm 3rd SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH VACAVILLE MONTHLY LOCAL MEETING Presented by A.B.A.T.E. Local 17 - 4823 Midway Road 10am We will discuss matters important to the Local and to the motorcycle community. We create plans, and review events and have a raffle. We will also share with other MRO’s and Clubs. We are also open to the communities. Glenn Phillips (707) 624-6310 / glennphilllips01@comcast.net

BIKE NIGHTS 2018

EVERY THURSDAY SACRAMENTO Presented by Misplaced Souls MC. Thursday Night Fun Night – 3418 Auburn Blvd. 6pm / Join the MSMC for its Thursday Night get together. Free food, entertainment and great company. All like minded members of the community are welcome. The MSMC reserve the right to refuse access to who they choose. For more information: Spit Shine (916) 217-2508 / Sarge (785) 410-1015

2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH LODI BIKE NIGHT Presented by The Water Hole along with The Red Iron Riders. 246 N. Cluff Ave. 6:30pm Cost depending on the menu $10-$18. A great NO DRAMA social event to get to know others that share the passion of the bike.

Outdoor private patio area, pool tables, Shuffleboard, Music, big screen TVs for game nights and more. All bikes welcome, and those without bikes welcome too. For more information: (209) 604-7149 / (209) 327-8283 EVERY SATURDAY LATHROP FREE FOOD Presented by Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson – 13900 Harlan Rd. 11am-2pm. Free while supplies last.

Call to find out what is on the menu. All donations will benefit a local nonprofit. For more information: (209) 941-0420 EVERY SATURDAY SACRAMENTO FREE FOOD Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento – 1000 Arden Way. 11am-2pm. Free while supplies last. Call to find out what is on the menu.

All donations will benefit a local nonprofit. For more information: (916) 929-4680 / sav@hdsac.com 1st SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH HISTORIC COLFAX PANCAKE BREAKFAST Presented Grand Fathers MC No Cal – Clubhouse 301 S. Railroad Street – 8:30am – 11am. Start your day out with the Grand Fathers MC! EVERY SUNDAY FOLSOM BIKE DAY Presented by Mark’s Sports Bar & Grill – 303 Iron Point Rd. 12noon-6pm. Live Free Ride Free! Food and drink specials. For more information: Lmosangels@gmail.com TRM NorCal is not responsible for errors or omissions and events are subject to change without notice

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