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une is here and with it comes a lot of great riding with events like the Redwood Run which is coming up quick! Get your gear together and join TRM NorCal as we all come together for a good time. Let’s remember what this run is all about…the camaraderie. It’s about meeting new friends and catching up with old friends while hanging out at the Riverview Ranch and listening to some kick-ass music…THAT’S the bonus for us at the Redwood Run! And just in case you didn’t know this... the Kiwanis of the Redwoods are a small group of VOLUNTEERS that have taken on the monumental task of making our beloved Redwood Run happen each year. Their reward for doing this are the proceeds raised for the local kids in the area – so let’s do our part by showing them some appreciation for all they do and help them raise the money for their time and efforts to bring us all together (cause that ain’t easy!) and let’s help make this another epic Old School Rally for the memory books! Now that it is full blown summer time, the temps are rising - so please take care of yourself whether you are hanging at an event all day or on a long ride, REMEMBER to keep yourself hydrated...with water! Not doing so can put you in a world of hurt and it will sneak up on you fast. I learned the hard way several years ago pushing too hard and not taking the time to get fluids (water) in me. The end result was a bad case of heat exhaustion and because my body was unable to regulate its temperature on its own – I got sick as a dog. I would puke up any water that I did drink, I had cramps all over my body and was in a very confused state of mind that I started to try to do really dumb things to try to fix myself. Fortunately for me, my older brother recognized the signs of heat exhaustion and forced my stubborn-self into a bath tub of ice water. This made me mad as hell but I was so cramped up and weak I could not do anything but cuss him out. Thank God he didn’t listen to my complaining because under the circumstances he did the right thing and probably saved me from going into a more dangerous physical condition. This was a very unpleasant experience and could have been disastrous so please take my word for it - it is not worth it, so drink plenty of H20. Energy drinks, beer, whiskey will not help your situation...so drink up...with some good old fashion WATER! Need an idea for Father’s Day on June 19th? How about a one year subscription to Thunder Roads Magazine NorCal? For only, $30 it won’t break the bank and it is a great way to say you appreciate the good ol’ Dad’s out there…not to mention, he’ll love it! A good dad is often overlooked this day and age - so make sure that if you have a great father in your life to let him know how much you appreciate all of his contributions to his family and community. From all of us here at Thunder Roads Norcal - HAPPY FATHERS DAY!
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Ride Pride: Northern California’s Gold Custom............................ 6 Tech Tips.................................................................................... 10 Ride Destination......................................................................... 14 Product Spotlight: Alameda Wooden Trailers............................. 20 2nd Annual Bay2Sac Ride.......................................................... 22 6th Annual High 5 Run............................................................... 24 Motorcycle 101........................................................................... 28 Riderz Ink: The Dogfather Tattoo Tattoo..................................... 30 Ladies in Leather........................................................................ 39 Name Reveal Party: Lane Splitter Harley-Davidson®................ 40 Center Calendar......................................................................... 42 Ride Pride: Concept Chopper Miniature Turns Into Reality........ 44 Hells Angels Sacramento Spring Fling....................................... 48 Gold Panty Mystery.................................................................... 50 Day Ride: Chico’s Honey Run Covered Bridge.......................... 56 Day Ride: Laguna Sec .............................................................. 62 Thunder Road Church................................................................ 65 My Two Cents............................................................................. 67 Joker’s Wild................................................................................ 69 Biker Friendly Directory.............................................................. 70 Marketplace................................................................................ 72 Events........................................................................................ 77 Index of Sponsors...................................................................... 85
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ocated in the small central valley town in San Joaquin County of Lodi, owner Jeff Nickells of Nickells Customs (www.nickellscustoms. com) has built a reputation for building some of the cleanest looking custom motorcycles around. The bikes that roll out of Nickells Customs have a long sleek look about them and are impeccably finished in a clean classy style. This striking bagger with a 30” Sinister Shredder front wheel is Jeff’s regular ride. As you can imagine, it makes heads turn as this bike rolls down the street. If you have a bike that you’d like to stand out a bit more than it does now you would be wise to go check this shop out at 2429 S. Stockton Street – Suite 4 in Lodi. No job is too big or too small for them to handle and with over 25 years of experience you are in good hands here. And if you are also into cars (I know a lot of you are) Nickells Custom specializes in hot rods, trucks, rat rods, you name it. Offering the same attention to the details as the motorcycles receive, this shop is a perfect example of the talented craftsmen that we are all fortunate to have right here in Northern California. Article by Stan Hill / Photos contributed by Billie The Kid Photography
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BIKE SPECS
2013 Harley-Davidson Road King Builder: Jeff Nickells of Nickells Customs TIME TO BUILD: 2 months ENGINE: Stock 103 Twin cam AIR CLEANER: Performance Machine PIPES: Dirty Bird Concepts TRANSMISSION: Stock 6 speed BARS: Nickells Customs CONTROLS: Stock MIRRORS: Arlen Ness HEADLIGHT: Dirty Bird Concepts FORKS: Stock FENDERS: Dirty Bird Concepts & Speed by Design FRAME: Stock frame stretched down tubes 6” Stretched the frame 10” OTHER: Custom built-in chin spoiler by Nickells Customs RAKE: 43 degrees GAS TANK: Dirty Bird Concepts SEAT: Corbins FRONT FLOOR BOARDS: Dirty Bird Concepts REAR PEGS: Stock WHEELS: 30” Shredder with matching brake rotor BRAKES: Performance Machine PAINT: Steve Fernandez/ Jaime Rameriz COLOR: House of Color’s Candy Burnt Orange
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Carburetors - Part V
n the first four parts of this series, we talked about carburetor basics and covered a few of the modern Harley O.E.M. and aftermarket carbs. We also discussed the tuning components of these carburetors. This month we’ll highlight some common tuning procedures that are germane to most fuel mixers. During the tuning process, the tuner must ascertain whether the air fuel mixture is appropriate for a given circuit, or overly rich/lean. There are several ways to determine this. Be advised that a lean condition can be caused by vacuum leaks as well, so you’ll want to diagnose that symptom before proceeding. Intake seals get brittle with age and that is a very common problem area. Let’s start with the pilot circuit. Most carburetors use an air/fuel mixture screw in conjunction with a jet for this circuit. For most carbs the default setting is somewhere between 1 ¼ - 2 ½ turns out from fully seated. We said this before, it warrants repetition! Lightly seated can’t be overstated. Over-tightening will almost always ruin the seat which is integral to the carburetor body and therefore renders the carb un-repairable. The ideal setting will achieve highest RPM as you go back and forth in direction. Remember that some carbs use an air screw, some use a fuel screw. In addition to the a/f screw setting, another indication that the jetting is too rich will be the lack of enrichener needed to cold start the bike. Black smoke from the exhaust is also a sign. Aside from using a dyno (the most accurate method for sure), one method of tuning the intermediate and main circuits is acceleration. If you have the means to time runs in a measured distance that would be preferred, otherwise seat of the pants “feel” is your other option. Too lean will cause the bike to break up/cough through the intake. Too rich will cause a stumble or miss. In most cases, the jet just large enough to eliminate the former symptom will get you on target. Most carburetor manufacturers provide guidelines for jetting. You can use this as a baseline. Remember that when changing jetting, go two sizes at a time. This will usually produce enough of a change that will be noticeable and will make tuning easier. Using the above acceleration characteristics can be combined with spark plug readings which will provide even more accuracy. Spark plug readings, also known as “plug chop” readings can be difficult and even dangerous depending on road conditions and traffic density. If possible, use a closed course. Warm the bike to full operating temperature. Run it in the RPM band that you are tuning. For the intermediate circuit, cruising between 2000 and 3500 RPM with less than 50% throttle will be about right (don’t forget to disable your accelerator pump to avoid false readings). After several min-
utes and when it’s safe to do so, pull in the clutch, chop the throttle, and kill the motor. Coast to a safe location and pull the plugs. The condition will illustrate the state of tune for that circuit. Black sooty plugs indicate a rich condition, white and/or blistering appearances indicate too lean. A tan to rusty brown powdery deposit is indicative of ideal combustion.
facturer’s service literature.
The same procedure can be used for the main. RPM should be above 3500 with greater than 50% throttle all the way to wide open. Specific RPM ranges and throttle positions for each circuit will be given in the manu-
If you’re in doubt, a dyno tune is definitely the most accurate procedure of all. While applying a load to the rear wheel, the dyno is also measuring the exhaust output much like an O2 sensor in a closed loop EFI system. It also reads ignition timing. With these inputs the tuner can see air/fuel mixtures at any given RPM and make adjustments in timing and fuel delivery to optimize performance from idle all the way to red line. Our dyno guy will probably scold me for grossly oversimplifying this, so a column on dyno tuning will be coming soon. Finally, since it can be a bit expensive, it pays to shop around. Although labor rates may be comparable, how the hours are charged can vary greatly! Next month we’ll finish this series with a look at some of the vintage carburetors used during the early days of Harley-Davidson.
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NORTHERN NEVADA: SOUTH LAKE TAHOE – GENOA – VIRGINIA CITY
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ast month we took advantage of an opportunity for a nice day ride while in South Lake Tahoe. Our son has a time share and we spent five days at a place off Kingsbury Grade (SR 207) called The Ridge. We stayed in a two-bedroom condo with his wife and our granddaughter. We had a great time while taking advantage of all the amenities offered.
Entering Genoa
We had planned on taking our ride on Saturday, but when we got up that morning, a late spring storm had dropped about five inches of snow in the area. It was a virtual Christmas postcard outside. So the ride was pushed back a day and we spent some time out in the snow. We built a small snowman out on the patio (named it Olaf, of course) and had a snowball fight on our way to lunch. Good times! The following day the weather had warmed and the roads had cleared, so it was time to head down the mountain. We took the scenic Kingsbury Grade down to the little town of Genoa. The oldest settlement in Nevada was having their annual Cowboy Festival that weekend. Unfortunately, because of the snowstorm the previous day, we missed a lot of the activities. The festival is a celebration of the rural West heritage of the Carson Valley. The Western lifestyle, along with Western music and poetry is what you’ll find on this weekend. After wandering through town, visiting some of the vendors and checking out the great little museum, we made our way over to the Genoa Bar and Saloon (www. genoabarandsaloon.com) It was here that we ran into the
owner Willy and hung out a bit. A fun loving, gregarious guy, he could probably entertain you for hours with his stories. The bar is the oldest drinking establishment in Nevada and you get that great western feel as soon as you walk in. Really love the chandeliers. Being around as long as it has, it’s history is extensive. Many historical figures, musicians and film stars have visited over the years. Quite a few movies have been made here also. Wish we could have stayed longer, but there never seems to be enough time on these rides.
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With Owner Willy
Snowshoe Thompson
BTW: The statue there at Mormon Station is of John A. “Snowshoe” Thompson. A native of Norway, he became a postman and between 1856 and 1876 delivered the mail between Placerville and Genoa. Twice a month, even in the most horrendous winters, he made the 90 mile trek carrying a 50 to 100 pound mailbag. Incredible! And I thought I had a few bad jobs in the past! So now it was on to Hwy 395, through Carson City and up SR 341 to Virginia City. A nice scenic ride and at one point, we actually came upon a dozen or more wild horses that crossed the road in front of us. Arriving in town, we were famished and headed straight to the Red Dog Saloon for some grub and refreshment. While we ate, Lonesome Rain was on stage for everybody. They did a nice bluesy Lonesome Rain
Wild Horses on SR 341
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Picture at Red Dog Saloon
version of Dixie that I liked. Looking at the memorabilia wall, you’ll find that Big Brother and the Holding CompaFrom Mt Rose ny was the house band back in 1966. Janis Joplin also had a gig there one weekend. They hit it off and when Big Brother returned to San Francisco, she joined them. So the Red Dog was on the ground floor of the budding psychedelic rock phenomena. Later, we moved on up the road to Virginia City and the Bucket of Blood. We sat back at the rear window and enjoyed the view. It was nice to relax some. In a while, we noticed that a band had begun to set up, so we moved on over to the stage area. The place was filling up quickly. Just about everyone was wearing western clothing or period dress. Soon, David John and the Comstock Cowboys had the crowd up and on the dance floor. It was real nice to hang out with some down-to-earth patriotic folks. Hard working, decent people. Like most Americans - unlike the protesting shitbags that we are seeing way too much of on the news nowadays.
Western Dress
Well, time was getting short, so we hopped on the bagger The wide open valley below and the Sierras off in the disand rode on down the Geiger Grade. What a beautiful ride. tance were impressive indeed. Crossing Hwy 395, we motored on up the Mt Rose Hwy. Another impressive section of asphalt, especially as you are cresting the top of the summit - to see the valley behind you and the lake in front. When we Poor Reds pulled into Incline Village, it was time to hit Austin’s and the Paddle Wheel to grab a quick bite to keep us until dinner and off we went. The cruise south along the east side of Lake Tahoe is our favorite. The snow-capped peaks of the crater this time of year is an added bonus. Well, that was how our day went. Back in South Lake Tahoe, we met the kids downtown and had some dinner before calling it a night. Oh, one other thing. As I’m sure most of you know, Poor Red’s Bar-B-Q is open again. Until this trip, we hadn’t been able to get up there, so we stopped in for lunch on the way to Tahoe. Even better than before! Next time you’re out and about, go have one of those Golden Cadillacs. Later! Article and photos contributed by Chuck and Cindy Loseth Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 16
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Ride The California Delta with Thunder Roads® NorCal Thunder Roads NorCal will be sharing this map of the California Delta for the next six months as a quick reference ride guide for our readers that take a road trip along the sheer beauty of the California Delta and on some of the best small country back roads in the north state. We have teamed up with biker friendly businesses along the delta to make it easy to find a great place to drop your kickstand for some refreshments, a great meal and possibly some live music. Please make sure you let these businesses know that Thunder Roads NorCal sent you in their direction! The California Delta has long been a favorite riding area for its history and fantastic scenery. It’s an ideal getaway ride for valley folk when the heat hits triple digits during the summertime - the Delta is always much cooler hence the phrase “a cool delta breeze”. Oh....what a relief it is when that delta breeze blows in to cool us all down in the valley area! The delta is also perfect for bay area folks looking to escape the hustle and bustle of riding in the city. Next time you are figuring out your upcoming weekend day ride – remember to bring along the map to keep you on the road to some fantastic Delta food, fun and adventure!
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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Alameda Wooden Trailers
n my previous life as a carpenter, I was fortunate to be able to work on some of the most exclusive custom homes around Late Tahoe. Places were money was not an issue and nothing but the finest would do. I developed a big appreciation for fine craftsmanship from this experience. When I met Merlin of Alameda Wooden Trailers and got a close up look at one I have to say I was quite impressed. Merlin a retired aerospace engineer used his experience to his advantage in designing this beautiful trailer. Merlin was very proud that he was able to tackle this business with his daughter Andrea who handles the business side of things while Merlin takes care of the production. Their adventure started while Merlin was going through a bit of a rough patch in life like most of us have been through at one time or another. One day he picked up a Harley-Davidson patch that said “Screw it - Let’s Ride” - a lifelong rider, he knew that was His sign which lead Merlin to embark upon a long journey that started on
May 10th 2010 that he dubbed as “The Last Road Trip”. If the truth be told, it sounds to me like this trip is still in progress. This adventure would take him all over the USA logging over 180,000 miles in the process. At first, it was all about tent camping but Merlin soon grew tired of rolling up a soaking wet tent then rolling it back out the next night still dripping water. He knew there must be a better way. It was at this point that he decided to build himself a camper trailer that he could pull behind his motorcycle. Six weeks
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later and the first Rocio trailer was born. That trailer logged over 125,000 miles over the next 4 years through 48 states and is still going strong today. He had no intention of turning this into a business at that time but after all of the attention that his trailer got while on his travels and with requests from others to build one for them, Merlin and his daughter Andrea decided to start their business Alameda Wooden Trailers.
ROCIO MK2 MODEL (as shown here) It is 76” long and 36” wide to fit a twin bed mattress comfortably It has a 12v DC battery, Two 1.5 Watt solar panels, Two 12v DC outlets to plug in your cellphone or laptop computer
gear or whatever you might need, giving it the ability to be a dual purpose trailer. The chassis called the Iron Annie is strong with a 1098 lbs load rating with 13” wheels and a 1-7/8” ball. They also have a 4 foot wide version that will sleep 2. For more information, go to their website at www.alamedawoodentrailers.com. For a close-up look, Alameda Wooden Trailers will be a vendor at the Redwood Run – so check it out! Article and photos by Stan Hill
It has LED cabin and porch lights, upholstery inside and secure weatherproofing outside that is finished off beautifully. Flow through ventilation with a fan. LED tail and corner marking lights all DOT APPROVED and submersible. The Rocia MK2 is designed and built for the long haul and at just 300lbs is surprisingly light and tracks perfectly behind a motorcycle. Another cool feature is that with just a few bolts you can remove the top and replace it with a utility bed for hauling
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2nd Annual Bay2Sac Ride
April 23 (Sacramento): Over 500 bikes participated in the 2nd Annual Bay2Sac presented by Street Bike Freaks MC and Goodtimes Motorsports to make this years run another trophy ride. Big Cory and Bryan, along with other members of SBF MC worked their tails off to bring to their friends, supporters and other MC clubs a ride that they wouldn’t soon forget…and they succeeded. Beautiful weather, great location, BBQ, DJs, raffles, lots of vendors, stunt show and a mechanical bull…mechanical bull? Yep you read that right! The ride began in Fairfield and continued on to Emeryville, San Jose, and Lathrop picking up riders all along the way. 300 miles later the band of riders rolled into Millers Park in Downtown Sacramento. Sacramento’s Ruff Ryder Matthew along with other Ruff Ryder’s and their prospects spend a lot of time hanging out on a hill right before the Sacramento Causeway spelling out Ruff Riders with rocks. It was their way of welcoming their SBF brothers, friends and supporters as they rode into Sacramento. The rumble of 500 motorcycles rolling into Downtown Sacramento was heard for miles. The end spot participators heard them coming long before they actually got there. The food was hot and the music loud when they pulled in. With all bikers accounted for - the party was on! A good turn out of vendors was on hand to welcome the riders. Among them were: the MMA, Hells Angels Sacramento,
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Team Fit Girls, Dr. One Life, JPH Suspensions, Securus, Afrakans in Exile, Onintheair, T3 Design Studios, RR Designs, Bobby Spade Company and many others. Raffle tickets were sold by the Freaks for a buck a hit. Lucky winners received the prizes ranging from travel mugs to a $300 gift certificate by JPH Suspensions. Did I say there was a mechanical bull there? I sure did. WOW what a ride the contestants took in hopes of winning a large trophy presented by the SBFreaks and a $100 photography certificate from T3 Design Studios.
The best part to me was the impromptu stunt show. Loved watching the guys bring their rides up on one wheel and ride it down the stretch of road roped off to outsiders. Great show! A big shout out to the SBF Chapters: 707, 925, 916, 209, Folsom, Elk Grove, San Jose, and San Francisco! Thanks for the memories FREAKS! See ya next year! Article and photos contributed by Taleah Ebey of T3 Design Studios
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April 30 (Rio Linda): The American Legion Riders Post 521 was ready for their 6th Annual poker run as six surrounding posts rolled in to participate and show their support. We wandered to the parking lot across the street to get a closer look at the Huey helicopter that once served as a gun ship during in the Vietnam war; I also met a couple of the veteran pilots who flew these helicopters which were so critical in moving troops and providing supplies and air support to our ground force as well as evacuating casualties. Also in the parking lot was a group of pirates that would fire off their canons to signal that a group of riders were departing on the poker run. All of this added to the excitement in the air for the folks watching as the bikes rolled out. It was quite a windy day but that did not deter the spirits of the riders as a great route that included stops at Stingrayz, Plainfield Station and one of our favorite hangouts - Elkhorn Saloon. Returning riders turned in their poker hands and were served tri-tip sandwiches and listened to the Big River Band which we were told that 3 of the guys were also American Legion Riders. High hand winner of the day went to Brad B. with a full straight; the members of Post 521 had assembled quite a large selection of a wide variety of raffle prizes with the grand prize was a Neighborhood Watch kit that consisted of an AR-15 rifle, a lawn chair with umbrella and a mag flashlight – yep only in Rio Linda! The day was full of great riding, camaraderie and good food so that makes it a good one for sure. Article and photos contributed by Stan and Terry Hill
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War Machines: The importance of the motorcycle in The Great War is often overlooked, although the motorcycle was one of the most prolific tools in the Allied arsenal. Messengers on horseback were replaced by riders on motorcycles, and quickly became the most reliable source of communication in battle. Communications technology was highly unreliable during WWI, and based on the virtue of speed alone, motorcycles became the best way for the military to transfer orders, reports, and maps between units.
WWI machine gun sidecar
Now, I know what you’re thinking…Riding is dangerous enough on any given day, so who the hell wants to do it in the middle of full blown combat? I have to admit, at first thought the motorcycle seems like an unlikely choice for combat equipment. It lacks armor, leaving the operator totally exposed and it can be quite easily damaged. But sometimes what is needed in battle is speed and agility…and the nimble motorcycle was irreplaceable on the battlefield. Imagine the kahones on those guys (or maybe they were just nuts in general), but whatever the reasoning behind the action, riding through shot and shell to secure victory is pretty damn impressive to me.
WWI troops mc
Motorcycles were used for more than just messaging in WWI. The versatility of these machines clearly helped them play a hugely significant role in the logistics of war… even more so than cars. In addition to dispatch and courier duties they were used for reconnaissance and patrol, as ammunition and medical supply carriers, and for casualty evacuation. They also modified motorcycles to act as field ambulances, as well as mounting machine guns to sidecars for combat.
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When the US entered WWI, we brought motorcycles from several US companies to help on the front lines. The bulk of motorcycles came from Indian and Harley Davidson, but motorcycles produced by Excelsior, Henderson, and others also made it into battle in Europe. So what does all of this do to the motorcycle industry? Let’s take a look at three key players from the start of the production era, and where they end up at the end of WWI. Harley Davison introduced the first side car in 1914, followed by a brief return to the use of chain versus belt driven motorcycles to help combat the problems associated with using leather belts. (The slippage, stretching, and rotting of leather belts was unacceptable to the manufacturer.) Some of these models were briefly available with a two speed transmission in the rear hub.
In 1915, Harley introduced the three speed sliding gear transmission with the final and primary drive on the same side. By 1917, one third of Harley Davidson production is purchased by the US Army. 1917 also brought about the creation of Harley’s Quartermaster School, designed to train Army mechanics, the school was retained after the war as the Service School; providing factory trained mechanics for Harley Davidson dealerships. By 1918 almost half of all Harley Davidson motorcycles are sold for
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use by the US military, with a total of 20,000 motorcycles produced for the troops in WWI. After Armistice was signed, Corporal Roy Holtz became the first American soldier to enter Germany, and he did so, on a Harley.
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Despite its strong connection to Germany, Triumph takes its place in WWI history on the Allied side. How’s that for an uncomfortable partnership? In 1914, Triumph was chosen by Colonel Claude Holbrook to supply the Type H motorcycle for Allied military service. The Type H was the first motorcycle produced by Triumph without pedals, the first “true motorcycle” for the company. The Type H originally had a belt driven rear wheel and a 499 cc air cooled 4 stroke single cylinder engine. The revamped model H, in particular, was regarded by many as having been the first “modern motorcycle” introduced in 1915; it had a 550 cc side valve 4 stroke engine with a 3 speed gear box and belt transmission. It was so popular that it gained the nickname “Trusty Triumph”. Triumph would eventually contribute 30,000 motorcycles to the military over the course of WWI. The versatility of motorcycles clearly helped them to play a significant role in the logistics of WWI…even more so than cars. Motorcycles were integral in the success of the Allied troops, and turned a relatively new and underdeveloped industry into a world-wide phenomenon. Next time we will take a look at post war motorcycle history, and how the Great Depression turned motorcycle production into a sink or swim industry. Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 29
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During the war, Indian Motorcycles were continuing to grow. By 1914, Indian had over 3,000 employees working on a seven mile long assembly line in its Springfield, Massachusetts plant. This same year, Indian debuts the world’s first motorcycle with electric lights and starter. By 1916, Indian has also introduced WWI Women in Sidecar the 61 cubic inch Powerplus side valve engine. In 1918, Article and photos contributed by Melanie Schwarte of Indian improves upon this by introducing the overhead Thunder Roads Magazine of Iowa cam, 4 valve per cylinder Powerplus model. By the end of the war, Indian had supported the war effort with an incredible 41,000 machines.
Tattoo Betty’s – A Family Affair
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ecently Terry and I took a nice scenic ride out to the gold rush town of Jackson to check out Tattoo Betty’s new location at Hwy 49 and Hwy 88 intersection on 125 Peek St. It is not only in a great location it still has the same laid back charm that their old shop had - a place where customers feel at ease and relaxed. At TRM NorCal, we carefully choose shops to include into our Riderz Ink section. They must be top notch in their artistry skills and customer service, Tattoo Betty’s is a great example of the high standards that we look for. Another thing that makes this business unique in the industry is the fact that the whole family is involved at some level. Tattoo Betty specializes in custom pieces to fit the vision of each customer. My experience with tattoos is I can come up with a concept that I want but a talented artist will improve upon it greatly - so I always give the artist the freedom to create. Mom (Betty) and Dad (Ken) have passed on their artistic gift to their kids. Now their oldest son, Jordan has moved back home from Pennsylvania bringing home 10 years of tattoo experience. While we were there we asked about his first tattoo and Betty proudly showed us the tattoo that Jordan had done on top of her left foot. How cool is that? It still looks great 10 years later. Now Jordan’s younger brother Matthew is the new shop apprentice. Mom and dad do things the right way requiring that a proper apprenticeship is completed before
Ken, Matthew, Jordan and Betty anybody gets to lay down any ink. Ken and Betty met in Petaluma (Sonoma County) in the 1980’s and started a family and moved back to Pennsylvania to be closer to family. Around 4 years ago they moved back to California and opened a second shop while Jordan continued to run the shop in PA. The logistics of running two shops so far apart became more of a hassle than it was worth with air fares and gas prices going through the roof, they decided to consolidate and move everything back to California. Betty and Ken are thinking about eventually investing in a mobile unit and getting back into the convention circuit now that the kids are older. So if you are ready to get some new ink, you would do well to take a beautiful ride out to Amador County. Tell them about the tattoo that you’ve envisioned and sit back and see what Tattoo Betty’s come up with. What more could you want other than a great tattoo and a great ride in all in the same day. Article and photos by Stan and Terry Hill
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Beyond the REDWOOD RUN
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very June, it has been a tradition for many of us to pack up our bikes and head out to Piercy, California (just south of Garberville in Humboldt County) for the annual Redwood Run. It is a time of countdowns and great anticipation. Who are the bands coming? What is the weather going to be like? Who will or will not be able to make it? Bottom line, what can we expect? After decades, many have their routines down. But, there will also be a lot of first-time Redwood Runners that this will be their first time attending this run and are here to enjoy one of the last old school biker rallies around. TRM NorCal would like to share some of the great places to drop a kickstand while riding in the area. Both veteran Redwood Run-ners and newbies alike can appreciate great places for the much needed butt break, a good meal and cold beverages while enroute to the Redwood Run! We have made this a regular road trip and have found many great biker friendly places along the way so we just wanted to share them with you and suggest that you consider these businesses as you travel to and from the Redwood Run 2016!
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FROM THE VALLEY Interstate 5 or via Hwy 505 North: You can bypass more interstate riding with a scenic route via Hwy 16 (outside of Woodland) and through several quaint rural towns in the Capay Valley corridor. This route has a must-stop with ROAD TRIP BAR & GRILL. Bikers and owners Paula and Jerry Tackett love to see their fellow bikers line up their rides in front of their restaurant anytime – but especially on their way to or from the Redwood Run. Immediately, you’ll feel right at home choosing from a wide variety of biker named menu items like Roadside Ribs, Low-Rider Chicken Pasta, Knucklehead Rib-eye with several Chrome sides.
Granzella family welcome all road warriors making this a very great midway stop for those enroute to the Redwood Run. Hwy 20 West: A fun - twisty ride route from a scenic agricultural Yolo County into Lake County and the oldest lake in North America – Clear Lake. As you drop into the town of Clear Lake Oaks, it is likely you’ll be ready for another butt break or cold one at our favorite place to drop a kickstand – THE BARN. (Did you know that there once was a cow statue on top of the building before pranksters stole it in the middle of the night?)
Interstate 5 via Hwy 20 West: You can’t miss the huge the billboard signs off of Interstate 5 directing travelers to GRANDZELLA’S RESTAURANT & INN in Williams. This place has so much to offer to roadside travelers with its ItalianAmericano restaurant, deli and sports lounge surrounded by the exotic animals from all over (including their famous polar and brown bears) mounted on the walls. It’s a great place to re-group with other riders that might be coming in from other directions of the north state. If you have been on the road for a while and need a place to rest they also have a 43 room motel adjacent to the sports bar. Family owned and operated since 1976, the
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Beyond the REDWOOD RUN
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Beyond the REDWOOD RUN Look for the Welcome Biker banners as this friendly biker owned bar will welcome you and your friends with a smile and an ice cold beer. Keep this place in mind on Sunday on your return home from the Run to stop in for the FREE chili dogs to keep you fueled up for the ride home after a hard hitting weekend in the Redwoods. Depending on your gas gauge and your belly, only 15 miles further down the road in Nice you should stop in at ROMI’S WILD WEST BREW & BBQ. | Let me tell you firsthand as the food is outstanding and I can’t wait to get my hands on some of those BBQ ribs again! Bring your appetite because they are not shy about filling your plate up. Now you’d think that after a big meal like that you might need a nap or you are thinking of planning a scenic route in the future.
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FROM HWY 101 As you roll into Mendocino County and into Ukiah, stop in and visit the friendly staff at GUNNINK’S HARLEY-DAVIDSON. As sponsors of the Redwood Run, this dealership is a must see because owners Jim and Suzanne Gunnink have quite the collection of old motorcycles on display throughout their dealership. If you can appreciate the old motorcycles - you are going to love this place!
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TRM NorCal highly recommends the F E AT H E R B E D RAILROAD BED & BREAKFAST RESORT. Guests are offered vintage railroad cabooses (rooms) with its own theme– like the popular Easy Rider room! This lakeside private park setting is a biker favorite resort just off of Hwy 20 on Lakeshore Blvd. As previous guests here, we can assure you that you will want to come back and make this a trip all on its own.
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On our way home last year, my riding buddies noticed that at some point my tail light came off my bike never to be seen again; luckily we were just a few miles from Gunnink’s Harley-Davidson. We rolled in and they had happened to have the correct light for my 07 Road King in stock and got me back on the road this time with a tail light that was tightened up all the way. I am still blaming the rough road near my camp site for loosening up the screws that held it on, that’s my story and I am sticking to it. Need fuel? 5 miles north of Ukiah just past the Hwy 20 exit is the COYOTE VALLEY CASINO with the lowest gas prices along the Hwy 101 corridor. Take the West Road exit to this biker friendly Redwood Valley casino that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner for folks heading to/from the Redwood Run. Plus, if you’re feeling lucky, you might want to stop in to fill up your tank and find out how you could win one of 2 two brand new Harley-Davidson motorcycles that they are giving away.
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Further north on Hwy 101, you’ll ride into Laytonville -the home of BOOMER’S SALOON - another biker friendly place and long-time supporter of the Redwood Run. Boomer’s Saloon is a great place to stop for a butt break and refreshments before making the final stretch to the Redwood Run. You’re only 33 miles away – you can make it! Sunday after the Redwood Run, they’ll be serving a Bikers Breakfast Buffet for your return trip home. Not sure about you, but by the time Sunday morning rolls around I am ready for a warm hearty meal, a few cups of hot cups and/or a 16oz “Hair of the Hog” Bloody Mary.
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noon-9pm in their Redwood Amphitheater. There is nothing worse than having some sort of mechanical issues during a ride – for some that is something that becomes a part of the adventure. If this happens- keep in mind that owner, Greg Pfau of HUMBOLDT PERFORMANCE CYCLE in Redway is only 14 miles from the Redwood Run. If a tow is needed, HPC will come to get you and your bike. Their goal is to get you back on the road again as quick as possible so that your Redwood Run adventure can continue on.
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As you are getting closer, you can barely contain the speeds as the excitement is building even more! But “Never Don’t Stop” at THE PEG HOUSE in Leggett. You know the place...where you’d slow down because you see the cop car parked across from the Standish Hickey State Park and started to feverishly warn others...then you realized it was only a fake cop car! Doh! You’ll want to pull over any way because this is the home of Sunset Magazine’s Best Hamburger on the West Coast, plus during the Redwood Run they will have live music from
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Since you’re here you don’t want to miss riding in the world-famous redwood groves of THE AVENUE OF THE GIANTS. For this day ride, head north on Hwy 101 to Exit 663 for the South Fork/Honeydew exit to start a 31-mile breath-taking scenic ride on the old Highway 101 which parallels Hwy 101. Or if you are a more adventurous rider, how about a day ride heading west over to the ocean to the “Lost Coast”? Take the Redway exit and head 25 miles west and to navigate the 153 turns (yes, someone counted each turn) into the town of Shelter Cove. On this day ride, you can beat the heat as it is almost guaranteed to be at least 10 degrees cooler there. Shelter Cove is our favorite place to escape and we often make our reservations with a biker owned getaway destination at THE INN OF THE LOST COAST. Owners Mike and Toni Caldwell welcome all riders on two wheels! There you have it - our favorite places to drop a kickstand while traveling to or from the Redwood Run or any other time we are in the area. Check them out, we think you will like each one as much as we do! Article and photos by Stan and Terry Hill
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“Banshee” Sisters of Scota WMC Vice President My passion for motorcycles began when Dad bought a Honda CB 350 in the late 1960’s. It was really cool with a custom paint job and he would let me ride in front of him and hang on the handle bars as we went around and around the neighborhood. At the age of 6, Dad bought the family an orange mini bike that we shared and learned to ride ourselves. But one motorcycle was not enough for our family and a Honda QA 50 was added to the riding adventures. As I grew older my love for motorcycle never stopped. In my late teens, I became the proud owner of a Honda CB 750 custom and a 1969 Harley Davidson Sportster which I rode for years thru the Yuba Sutter area. I even graced the pages of “In The Wind” Magazine after attending the Sacramento Toy Run in early 1980’s. Not long after this I settled into Mommy mode and my motorcycles sat a while and then were sold during some hard times. Even though my dear motorcycles were gone, it was just a temporary thing, and after a 20 year hiatus I was back in the saddle again and riding my blue sportster. Longing for some companions, I researched and found my beloved Sisters of Scota Women’s Motorcycle Club. My Sisters as I call them, are a well-established Women’s Motorcycle Club for “35 years” and counting, as Women Outlaws in the motorcycle community. Wow,” I Live to Ride and Love to Give” so I bought a new Harley Davidson Sportster in 2007 and I have been riding with SOSWMC Sisters ever since. I could not have found a better Club to ride with and the rest history.
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NAME REVEAL PARTY
LANE SPLITTER HARLEY-DAVIDSON: NEW NAME, NEW LOGO, NEW ATTITUDE April 16 (San Jose): We were there for the name reveal party from San Jose Harley to Lane Splitter Harley-Davidson (www. lanesplitterhd.com). They have two other successful Harley shops in Ohio and Colorado, so this isn’t their first rodeo. We are very fortunate to a have a Harley shop like Lane Splitter Harley-Davidson in the bay area. Dan and I have visited a lot of Harley shops across the United States to the east coast and back. Lane Splitter Harley is all about making their customers and biker community happy and having fun. They really do walk their talk. The new owners and operating partners know how to throw a party with a year full of events on the calendar; they plan to change what it is to buy a Harley, service Harleys, and shop for parts and riding gear. They’re even going to take 100 new bike owners and contest winners to Sturgis this year! With all the elegant accommodations! This is one of many events they want to continue every year. Lane Splitter is planning on feeding and entertaining the new bike owners - all for free and will not accept tips. They even reserved Shoreline Out Look Towers for the Kid Rock concert! Again, all free from Lane Splitter! They also have a rewards program where you get points for your purchases, except for labor
cost. I already signed up which only took about a minute when I bought my new Harley hat. They have 12 salesmen on the floor so you get that personal attention. They even have a salesperson that makes sure you get the right bike that fits you perfect and will perform to the type of riding your planning on doing. They also have 6 people in Motor Clothes department to make sure you get the right gear for your riding style and look good wearing it. I wonder if they can get Dan out of his overalls and looking good? Nahh…that would take more than a miracle for that to happen. Dan was all excited about the 9 technicians. Every tech has two lifts each in case someone comes in for a tire change, oil change, brakes, etc… While walking around the showroom checking out the new bikes and visualizing me and Dan on one of them while touring the States again is when I met General Manager Scott Mann. We went to his office to talk about the future of Lane Splitter Harley. I was totally impressed with the vision he had and he isn’t wasting anytime turning it into a reality. He informed me it just wasn’t his vision but the whole team’s vision. Scott came on board November of 2015. His experience started early and included a GM position at Stringer Harley-Davidson
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in Ohio. Scott has more energy than the energizer bunny, he even changed the San Jose HOG chapter to Lane Splitter Chapter, no dues, just national Hog fun and do it attitude! One thing a good GM needs is an awesome Assistant GM and he has the best with Theresa Schiessl! Theresa was the GM for Doc Holiday Harley-Davidson in Glenwood Springs (near Aspen) Colorado, it was here that Theresa started out in Motor Clothes Department and has worked her way to the top. You can say that she knows the business from the ground up. It’s really exciting to see how the owners and partners put together this dream team and we get to see and experience it while it grows. Their number one goal is that you have an awesome experience while at Lane Splitters Harley-Davidson, even if you’re there for the free food or to buy a new Harley. There goes that bell again!? All day someone has been ringing that big bell that is hanging on the wall. I just ask Scott what was up with the bell, he told me every time someone buys and rides out on a new Harley - they get to pull the rope to ring the bell! I was really hoping to see Dan over there ringing that bell! Please don’t miss understand me I do love riding with Dan on his 04 Roadking but it would be really nice on a brand new cruiser. It’s 1pm, and it’s show time at Lane Splitter Harley! The Straight Up SJ guys are putting on one hellava stunt show! The bikes are straight up and the back fenders are scraping on the asphalt! These guys are amazing! If you ever get a chance to see these guys ride - you have to do it. Go check them out (www. straightupsj.com) and find out where they will be performing next. Thanks Lane Splitter for an awesome day! Lane Splitter Harley-Davidson is located at 1551 Parkmoor Avenue in San Jose Article and photos contributed by Dan and Nad Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 41
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first saw this bike at the Easyriders Show in Sacramento, and thought it was an eye catching Custom Pro Street with classy clean lines and custom parts everywhere you would look. The bikes owner, Tom painstakingly built a miniature model of a bike several years before. The model has 185 individual parts that included detailed metal pieces like its hollow gas tank. As you can see from the photos of the model is small in stature as it is big on the details. Unbeknown to Tom at the time that his miniature model would turn out to be a premonition of this month’s RIDE PRIDE. In fact, it wasn’t until later that a friend pointed out that his bike was a spitting image of the miniature model he had built 12 years earlier. When you look closely at this bike you can tell that a lot of thought and hard work went into the build, no expense was spared on this one and only the best possible parts and components were used. There were several parts with this build that you just can’t buy off the shelf - so Tom had to fabricate them by hand himself. This motorcycle turned out to be a very classy little beast with clean lines that just beg you to twist the throttle. Article and photos by Stan Hill / Model: Brandi
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BIKE SPECS 2016 PRO Street Custom Chopper ASSEMBLY: Tom FABRICATION: Tom TIME TO BUILD: 2 years ENGINE: 124ci S&S with electronic compression releases CARB: 48 Mikuni AIR CLEANER: Custom PIPES: Super Trap TRANSMISSION: Baker 6 speed SHIFT LEVER: Performance Machine & Tom CLUTCH: Barnet Scorpion PRIMARY: Boyce 4” belt FRAME: Custom BUILDER: Boyce Pro Street BARS: LA Choppers HANDLE BAR CONTROLS: PM GRIPS: PM MIRROR: Smallest he could find HEADLIGHT: Headwinds Carbon fiber TAILLIGHT: Boyce FRONT & REAR PEGS: PM FORKS: Harley-Davidson Deuce REAR SHOCKS: Race Tech WHEELS: RC Components TIRES: Metzler BRAKES: PM & Custom by Tom OTHER: This bike is FOR SALE Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 46
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Hells Angels Sacramento Spring Fling April 16 (Sacramento): Spring is upon us now, and one of the best parties to open the season is the annual Sacramento Hells Angels Spring Fling. This party always draws a big crowd, and this year several hundred people showed up to socialize and greet old friends. With the Fryed Brothers Band kicking out some bad ass tunes, it wasn’t long before people were dancing up a storm. All the volunteers helping with the food were handling the huge line of people with ease and had all the hungry fed in record time. This event is always well organized and runs like clockwork every year. Thanks to the Sacramento Hells Angels for a great time! See you next time.
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Sacramento Hells Angels MC present a 49� Flatscreen LG TV to raffle winner Jason Jameson, (2nd from Right), of Roseville
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Gold Panty Mystery A not so serious NOTICE LOST: Gold sequin panties/briefs (size small) during a show at the Mateel Community Center in Redway. FOUND: The lost item in question has been presented at numerous runs, rallies and tourist locations along with the assistance of law enforcement. Mateel Community Center’s Hall Manager John Jennings and his girlfriend, Patti are on a quest to find the rightful owner since 2012. Your good hearted assistance is needed. Hopefully the owner will recognize the numerous photographs with the gold panties and come forward. Please not so serious inquiries ONLY.
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Covered Bridge Built 1894
DAY RIDE: Chico’s Honey Run Covered Bridge
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or a day trip, Sunshine and I traveled north on Hwy 99 just south of Chico, turning east on Skyway Road. A few miles down Skyway is a small brown sign with white letters saying “Covered Bridge - 5 miles”. Taking a left off of Skyway Road and onto Honey Run Road you step back in time just a little and into a rural setting, like maybe just outside of Mayberry. The homes are very well manicured with spacious yards. If you enjoy getting away from the hustle and bustle you will enjoy this country road leading to the covered bridge, winding back and forth along side of the meandering Butte Creek which is full this time of year. It was about as wide as a first down and 1 foot deep.
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Pulling up to the Honey Run Covered Bridge parking lot, we saw the lot was full, but still enough room to park a bike. Honey Run Covered Bridge was built in 1894 and the park is now privately owned. Day use is $3 and includes the BBQ pit with many tables and benches, flushing toilets, running water, drinking fountains, parking and of course the covered bridge with Butte Creek flowing under for wading and sun bathing. Walking through the bridge you could just image the horse drawn wagons crossing one at a time taking turns to get to the other side. For our ride home, we decided to continue into Paradise by way of the road called “Graffiti Hwy”. This road is a continuation of Honey Run Road. This portion is part of the original road build as a two lane road, but for two Model T’s. Be on the lookout for oncoming traffic. If you feel Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 56
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you are lost, just look for the graffiti on the road (which is almost the whole distance to Paradise) and you will be on the right track. A half dozen motorcycles asked if they could follow Sunshine and me to Paradise, never being on that part of the road they did not know the way. Honey Run Road ends in Paradise at Skyway Road, where the other bikers parted, take a right and it will take you back to Chico. Half way back you will find “lookout point” over looking Butte Creek Valley where we just came from. At the point you will find “Locks Of Love” on the guard rail fence. Once you hit Hwy 99, head north towards Redding and take the next off ramp, east 20th St. You will find a half dozen major restaurants within a half mile circle. After a good meal there still will be enough daylight to get home! Ride on and keep the shiny side up.
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BEHIND THE SCENES WITH
SAN JOSE A few weeks back we were fortunate enough to hook up with the guys from Straight UP SJ (www.straightupsj.com) for a spin around the San Jose area which included a stop at good place to watch them practice their skills. We had a blast getting photos and video of the guys tearing up the roads. TRM NorCal also had the opportunity to watch them entertain the crowd for our new advertiser Lane Splitter Harley-Davidson during their Name Reveal Party (see article
on PAGES 40-41) You don’t want to miss an opportunity to see them in person, so mark your calendar for their next performance along with several other talented stunt riders in Sacramento at the 4th Annual FXRS of California Grudge Races on August 20th. It is going to be a kick ass good time. If you’re looking to have the Straight Up guys at your event – you can reach them via Instagram @STRAIGHTUP_SJ or on their Straight UP Facebook page.
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DAY RIDE: LAGUNA SECA Get your motors running - it is race time at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca! (www.mazdaraceway.com) Saturday morning, my buddies Larry and Gary showed up at my place for our ride to Monterey. We had tickets for the Continental Monterey Grand Prix for April 28-May 1. Unfortunately, our wives had other plans - so it was going to be a guy ride. Woohoo! Let’s just say it was an awesome ride there, no traffic and no one yelling in our ear to stop so they can go pee again. From Fremont, we took 680 to 101 South to Salinas and turned off before Salinas to cruise the back roads to the raceway. We ended up going the wrong way, but to me that’s part of the adventure. We got there at the perfect time, no line going in. We headed for the free parking area - it wasn’t too bad except I just spent two days cleaning and polishing my bike and it was a dirt road and parking area. Note to self: The paid bike parking area is all paved and a lot closer to the event and well worth the $30 for 3 days of parking, which I will remember to do for next time. The races were bad ass! Saturday was the practice and qualifying races. So I took a few shots of the race cars, but spent
most of my time in the paddock and checking out the vendors. One particular vendor was Stand 21, they offer all the racing gear for track/car racing. Those guys there are so awesome and knowledgeable; if only, I needed racing gear. As I was walking around, I saw a guy getting a banner signed by some drivers. I asked him what it was for and he told me he started a charity called “Step Up for Honduras” (www.stepupforhonduras.org) He told me that the kids in Honduras don’t get a childhood like they do here in the states. And that children (as young as 5 years old) are put to work panning for gold using mercury. So he made the charity to pay for schools, playgrounds and medical care so these children can have a better opportunity in life. On a lighter note, I finally tried a frog dog which is a hot dog in a French roll. Was pretty good. Sunday was the big day, that’s when the Corvettes, Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Vipers, Mazdas and Porsches went at it! The beauty of Laguna Seca is that you can go anywhere you want except on the track. Walking around the paddock and being able to meet the drivers, the race crews, and the Miss Mazda
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Raceway girls was a lot of fun. Another bad ass thing they have is a “ride along” where they take fans out in these top of the line cars and race around the track at top speed. My daughter was there and got a couple passes for a ride in a Lamborghini. She said the Lamborghini she was in went 147 mph on the straightaways. I bet she was peeing her pants. The races got me all amped up so on the way home I felt like I was racing every one, lane splitting and all. Good thing the ole lady wasn’t with me. She would have been hitting me the whole time. I can’t wait till the next race which will be Motul FIM World Superbike Championship on July 8-10th. I’m gonna get my tickets ahead of time to save some money. This one is a biker’s race with lots of cool vendors to check out. I even heard Nicky #69 Hayden will be returning to the track. Will be awesome
to cheer on an American rider. Hope to see you all out there and don’t forget to get a photo with the gorgeous Miss Mazda Raceway girls. Man…if I was only 40 years younger! Article and photos contributed by Dan Rogers
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hat is hope? As we go through our everyday lives, many of us have friends, family, and colleagues going through rough times. It could be a child rebelling with tantrums and angry out lashes, a teenager relying on drugs or alcohol to cope, a friend suffering through the battles of cancer, a workmate having to deal with an unethical work environment, or a manager that torments them on a daily basis. Whatever it is, one thing is for certain, they are all looking for hope. Hope in the recovery process, hope in the delay and or the spreading of the sickness, or hope in the changes that need to be made for a peaceful and satisfying life. Although we long for hope, it takes many of us a long time to actually stop and contemplate hope. Oh yes we can scream it, curse about it, argue about it, and or manipulate it, but until we simply stop and realize there is actually hope, we are left to our own demise in trying to deal with the issue all by ourselves. It was brought to my attention many years ago by a dear friend of mine, that when it comes to dealing with some issues in our lives or in the lives of our friends and loved ones, sometimes we are just not qualified to handle it or even deal with it. We can hope today, hope tomorrow, and hope ‘until the cows come home’, but nothing really seems to change. We contemplate “is there really any hope or am I just spinning my wheels?” Frustration sets in, depression is soon to follow, and before you know it, you are under a dark cloud, wondering how you got there. May I suggest that the sooner you realize you are unqualified to handle the situation, the sooner you may find the hope you are looking for. We are forced to find the drug and alcohol counselor that can relate and listen to our emotionally sick teenager. We search for the child counselor that may help find the real reason for the crazy outbreaks of our young child. We decide to discuss our work situations with counselors that could help direct us to a new
career path or movement in our company. These types of people can re-instill the hope we have longed for and it will only take place when we finally realize we need help. Hence, the message of the gospel, and the message of God. He is the great physician that brings back hope to those that still suffer and are at their wits end. He is not the one who lashes out lightning bolts to hurt people, He does not bring large black clouds over people’s days, He does not manipulate the mind of a teenager to force addiction upon them, and He does not put trip wire in your path to make you fall down. On the contrary, He is the God of hope. He is the doctor that heals the soul, the great counselor that directs the heart, and the best friend that lends a hand to lift you up. Listen, when a business is failing, they call a business coach. When a baseball player is struggling at the plate, they call a hitting coach. And, when a person is looking for a miracle and undeniable hope, they should be calling the ultimate coach. God is here waiting to coach you like he has coached so many to peace, joy, contentment, and freedom. He is really not hard to find. As a matter of fact, He already knows what you, your family, and your friends are going through. He is just waiting for you to ask for a little help. I pray you find Him now. If you need a little help, I will see you at Thunder Road Biker Church each every Thursday night. Romans 15:13 - “Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you will abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit”. “Never Ride Alone” Pastor Johnny Lujan
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Do you ever wonder if you ride too fast? I know I do! And I don’t know why. I’ve always been an aggressive rider, nothing like the guys from Straight Up or Unknown Industries. I don’t do wheelies or pull hole shots at every light, in fact I don’t do burnouts at all, but most of the time I ride like hell. And I do catch myself riding like some of the people I’ve written about. I’m not splitting lanes at 50 MPH when the speed limit is 35…. Well, sometimes I do, and lately, way too often. I have to tell myself “Slow down and quit riding like an asshole!” Maybe I’m getting impatient or trying to get away from some of the distracted, phone tapping, nose picking drivers I see every day or maybe I’m getting too comfortable on my bike and becoming too complacent with the rules and dangers of the road. When I sit on my bike and put the kick stand up, it feels so right and comfortable, and I feel confident, like I can do anything on my bike and that’s when it becomes dangerous. Either way, I’ve been catching myself riding too fast and taking too many chances. You would think, of all people, I would be a cautious rider since I repair wrecked bikes and straighten motorcycle frames all day. In case you didn’t know, I have a motorcycle collision repair shop in Sacramento called Rack and Pull Industries, specializing in Harley Davidson collision and frame repair. I see a shit load of wrecked bikes and I hear all kinds of horror stories about motorcycle accidents from some seriously injured people telling me what happened. Some say they can’t
wait to get back on the bike and a small percentage say they’re done, it’s too dangerous. I know I have a problem with riding too fast and taking too many chances and I just realized it! So now I know what I have to do, scratch that! I know what I should do. I’m just trying to bring this to your attention in case you’ve had a revelation lately and decided you too might be riding to fast and too careless without recognizing what you’re doing. I haven’t even started talking about all the shit on the other side of the stick. Like the cost of a speeding ticket or a reckless driving citation and the cost of your increased insurance. And God help you if the traffic cop that pulls you over acts like someone pissed in his corn flakes that day or he’s going to take it out on you because he’s pissed off because he’s beefing with his ol’ lady or the guys at work are making fun of him because of the way his ol’ lady treats him or he just doesn’t like you because you look like the son of a bitch who took his ol’ lady on a motorcycle ride, for the week end. Either way, there’s nothing like a good motorcycle ride to bring you back to life after a hard day’s work or at the end of a tough week. Just pay attention and be aware of what you’re doing and by all means watch out for the other guy and make it home safe. Now go ride like hell and have fun! That’s my two cents! Al Cagle, www.rackandpull.com
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“Rhino” woke up to go to the toilet in the middle of the night and noticed a confirmed sexual predator living in the neighborhood sneaking through his next door neighbor’s garden. Suddenly his neighbor came out from nowhere and smacked him over the head with a shovel, killing him instantly. He then began to dig a grave with the shovel. He went back to bed contemplating what he was going to do about this. His wife said, “honey you’re shaking, what’s wrong?” Totally astonished Rhino said ‘You’ll never believe what I’ve just seen’ that bastard next door doing…..he still has my f***ing shovel”! _______________________________________________________ Dezi was outside pulling weeds on a hot summer day when her husband; Lanny, walked up and asked her what they were having for supper. Irritated by the thought of him sitting in the air-conditioned house while she labored away on the weeds, Dezi answered, “I can’t believe you’re asking me about supper right now! Pretend I’m out of town, go inside and make supper yourself!” So Lanny went back in the house and fixed himself a big steak, potatoes, garlic bread, and a tall beer. Dezi walked in just about the time he was finishing up and asked, “Where’s my dinner?”
father’s time had come and they saw their father in the coffin, they remembered his wish. First, it was the doctor who put ten $100 bills onto the chest of the deceased. Then, came the financial planner, who also placed $1,000 there. Finally, it was the heartbroken lawyer’s turn. He dipped into his pocket, took out his check book, wrote a check for $3,000, put it into his father’s coffin, and took the $2,000 cash. He later went on to become a politician. _______________________________________________________ The wife suggested I get myself one of those penis enlargers, so I did. She’s 27, and her name’s KiKi. So far, so good. Solid suggestion. This is the story of the young female student flying in a two seated airplane with just the pilot. He has a heart attack and dies. She, frantic, grabs the mike and calls out a frantic May Day. “May Day! May Day! Help me! Help me! The pilot has had a heart attack and is dead and I don’t know how to fly. Someone help me! Please help me!”
“Wth? I thought you were out of town.” _______________________________________________________ A father told his 3 sons when he sent them to the university. “I feel it’s my duty to provide you with the best possible education. You do not owe me anything for that. However, I want you to appreciate it. As a gesture of appreciation, please each put $1,000 into my coffin when I die.” And so it happened. His sons became a doctor, a lawyer and a financial planner, each very successful financially. When their
She then hears a voice on the radio saying: “This is Air Traffic Control and I have you loud and clear. I will talk you through this and get you back on the ground. I’ve had a lot of experience with this kind of problem. Now, just take a deep breath, stay calm and everything will be fine! Now give me your height and position.” She then says: “I’m 5’4” and I support Brad Pitt for President” “O.K.” says the voice on the radio, Repeat after me: “Our Father, Who art in Heaven”
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JUNE 3-5 Street Vibrations Spring Rally RENO & VIRGINIA CITY, NEVADA Presented by Roadshows, Inc. Vendors & participants go to www.roadshowsreno.com. For more information: (775) 3297469 / admin@roadshowsreno.com See Flyer On Page 68 JUNE 3 Frankie Ballard Concert JACKSON Presented by Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort - 12222 New York Ranch Road. Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort welcomes country star Frankie Ballard to the Grand Oak Ballroom. Will Call opens at 5pm- Doors open at 6 p.m., and the concert begins at 7 p.m. Food, beer, and wine will be available for purchase. Tickets are on sale now starting at $35 for Dreamcatcher’s Club® members, available only at the Casino Cashier Cage and starting at $40 for nonDreamcatcher’s Club® members. For more information: Casino Cashier Cage / www.jacksoncasino.com JUNE 4 4th Annual Motorcycle Pray & Ride PLACERVILLE Presented by New Beginnings Thrift Store. 2pm. Come pray and ride through El Dorado County and Folsom. Ride will begin with prayer at the back side Juvenile Hall - 295 Fair Lane in Placerville, then head over to El Dorado County Jail to pray there then heads over to Folsom Prison for prayer there. The ride ends at New Beginnings Thrift Store, 4516 Missouri Flat Rd in Placerville at 5 p.m. for food and fellowship. Ride is free, Meal is free, Raffle is free, Fellowship is priceless. Donations accepted. For more information: Randy Haskins newbgc11@yahoo.com JUNE 4 10th Annual Bike Blessing and Run OAKHURST Presented by Bikers for Christ Central Sierra Chapter. Located at Mountain Christian Center – 40299 Hwy 49. Registration
9:30-10:30am. $20 Complimentary Breakfast from 9:00-9:45. Bike Blessing at 10am. Run starts at 10:30am and ends at Little Church in the Pines, Fun, food and fellowship. All proceeds go to Helping Hands. For more information: mgsmith@sti.net JUNE 4 Chili Cook Off and Dyna Bike Show OAKDALE Presented by Top Hatters Motor Cycle Central Valley 1088 Zell Lane. 11am-5pm. $20 Donation. Special Guest Judges, Live DJ by DJ Greenthumb, Chili Competition, Kick Ass Food, All Riders Welcome. Benefits BreastCancer.org. For more information: Mac (209) 556-7537 JUNE 4 5th Annual SBFREAKS MC 707 Poker Run VACAVILLE Presented by SBFMC 707 – Starts and ends at Iron Steed Harley-Davidson – 100 Auto Center Drive. 10 am to 4pm. $20. Prizes, music, food, dynos. For more information: bigcory707@gmail.com JUNE 5 7th Annual Diablo Crew M/C Summer Party TRACY Presented by Diablo Crew M/C. Located at Mountain House Bar -16784 Grant Line Road. 12pm - 5pm. Food – Fun – Prizes. For more information: jimricelandscapeservice@gmail.com JUNE 5 22st Annual Hot Rods & Harleys VACAVILLE Presented by ABATE of CA Local 17 and Iron Steed Harley-Davidson. Located at 100 Auto Center Drive. 11am -5pm. Free Admission. Ride in motorcycle & car show. Food, Drinks, Vendors, large Kids Zone, Raffle and Activities all day long. Live band for great music and dancing. Full day of fun for the whole family. 13 Bike – 7 Car categories. 9am-11am sign in for cars and motorcycles. For more information: Danielle or Dave (707) 455-7000 / events@ironsteedhd.com
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JUNE 5 14th Annual Marin County Run SAN RAFAEL Presented by Red & White Sonoma County. Sign in at Pier 15 Bar & Restaurant. 10am-12pm. For more information: sonomacohellsangels.com JUNE 10-12 Redwood Run 2016 PIERCY Presented by Kiwanis of the Redwoods – Riverview Ranch. Last of the Old School Rallys. Tickets $130 ($180 at the gate) 2nights of non-stop kick ass music!! Biker games, vintage & custom motorcycle shows, wet T-shirt contest, commemorative run pin, vendors & tattoo artists, prizes & surprises! Event sells out! 21yrs or older. No attitudes! For more information: www. RedwoodRun.org See Flyer On Page 38 JUNE 11 Biker Rodeo SAN JOSE Presented by Lane Splitter Harley-Davidson 1551 Parkmoor Ave. 11:30am FREE BBQ. Slow drag, weenie bike & more games. Ride the Mechanical Bull/Bull Riding Competition win $200. For more information: www.lanesplitterhd.com See Flyer On Page 39 JUNE 12 After-Redwood Run Bikers Breakfast Buffet LAYTONVILLE Presented by Boomer’s Saloon – 45020 N. Hwy 101. 7am Scrambled eggs, sausage & bacon, hashbrowns, biscuits & gravy, fruit salad and coffee – ALL for $9. “Hair of the Hog” Bloody Marys $10. For more information: (707) 984-6534 See Flyer On Page 36 JUNE 18 Father’s Day LATHROP Presented by Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson -13900 Harlan Road. 11am - 2pm. Ride on over to Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson. Stevie Steamers will be at Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson cooking Lockford Sausages. For more information: megan@eaglesnesthd.com
JUNE 18 Biker’s Blood Drive Kick-Off FRESNO Presented by Harley Davidson of Fresno - 4345 West Shaw Ave. 11:30am-2:30pm. Donate blood. Food, sales and raffles. For more information: casey@hdfresno.com JUNE 18 3rd Annual Nor-Cal Motorcycles Poker Run PARADISE Presented by Nor-Cal Motorcycles – 7654-B Skyway. Registration at 10am. Single rider $25 / Rider and passenger $45/ Dinner only $15 includes dinner and entertainment. Kickstands up at 11am. Last bike out at noon. Ride finishes in Butte Meadows at The Bambi Inn includes dinner and live music by Charlie Brechtel Band. Proceeds benefit Butte County Vietnam Veterans. For more information: (530) 876-9675 / norcalmotorcycles@ yahoo.com See Flyer On Page 73 JUNE 18 Great American Summer Cookout AUBURN Presented by C&E Auburn Indian and V-Twin. 11am to 2pm. ~Music, BBQ Available, Raffles & More~ For more information: ceauburnindianparts@gmail.com See Flyer On Page 27 JUNE 24 Bike Night RANCHO CORDOVA Presented by Billet4Baggers – 11373 Trade Center Drive – Suite 245. 5pm-9pm. For more information: Billet4baggers@gmail.com JUNE 25 Best Bike Event PLACERVILLE Presented by Boozefighters Chapter 121. Located at PJ’s Roadhouse - 5641 Motherlode Dr. 12pm - 4pm. $10 per person / $15 a couple. Music by The Simms Band. Food by catering truck Cluck-n-Chuck. Bikini Bike wash, trophy for best bike, vendors, 50/50, Raffle. Come on out for a great time. For more information: David (916) 802-2834 or jabr@boozefighters121.com
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JUNE 25 15th Annual Trucking for Hospice Poker Run FRENCH CAMP Presented by California Trucking Association/ San Joaquin Unit. Located at 10182 S. Harlan Rd. Registration 7 to 9AM $35 prior to June 1st $40 after per person. Annual poker run thru the San Joaquin Valley and Foothills benefits San Joaquin Hospice and Community Hospice. BBQ, Truck Show, Entertainment, and Raffle at end of run. Holding raffle for 2016 Harley Street Bob pre selling 300 tickets for $100 each. For more information: www. truckinforhospice.org / Steve Blanchard (209) 652-9252 / Glenn Richardson (209) 649-7407 JUNE 25 California Flat Track Championship Hooligans Twin Class MERCED Presented by Merced Speedway and Barhoppers MC – 900 Martin Luther King Jr Way. Gates open at 5:30pm. $12 adults / $8 kids / Kids 5 and under free. Motorcycle Run Sign Ups: 2-4pm at 863 W. 15th Street in Merced. Races Start at 7pm For more information: nando. servin@yahoo.com JUNE 25 Back to School Run DIAMOND SPRINGS Presented by Warcry MC. Registration at the Sierra Child & Family Services - 4250 Fowler Ln from 8am10am. Registration $15 with supplies, $20 without and $10 for passenger. Party starts at 12pm at the Rescue Community Center at 4180 Green Valley Rd in Rescue. School Supplies are highly needed and appreciated for the local Foster Kids. Food, Live music, 50/50. For more information: warcrymc@gmail.com JUNE 25 Classic Car & Bike Show MARYSVILLE Presented by The Americans M/C in Historic Downtown “D” Street. Registration at 1st & “D” Street, 8am-10am. Vendors, Music, Swap Meet. Awards at 1:00 PM.
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JULY 1- 3 2016 Hollister Independence Rally HOLLISTER Presented by Roadshows, Inc. VIP, Vendors & participants go to www.roadshowsreno.com. For more information: (775) 329-7469 / admin@roadshowsreno.com See Flyer On Page 13 JULY 1 Denver’s Choppers Invitational Bike Show HOLLISTER Presented by Les Covington & Mondo Porras. 8am - $75 entry fee. Mondo Porras of Denvers Choppers & Les Covington of Covington MC Shoppe are looking for some honest old school choppers, bobbers, diggers, & customs for a real deal vintage bike show during The Hollister Independence Rally. We prefer motorcycles originally built prior to 1970 with either an original frame or engine, but we also want other cool vintage choppers regardless. There are other surprises you’ll just have to be there to see so don’t miss it! This is our first event with many great things in the planning for future events. Come support us with your cool old bikes! For more information: DENVERSCHOPPERS.COM click the “EVENTS” tab for Denver’s Bike Show, enter your information, and upload pictures of your bike. See Flyer On Page 55 JULY 2 Hollister Christian Biker Rally HOLLISTER Presented by Christian Biker Coalition. Located at Hollister United Methodist Church. 10am - 2pm. Free Event. For more information: https://www.facebook.com/ groups/440943876055025/ JULY 8-10 Camp Komratto 9 LOCH LOMAND Presented by The Komratto Foundation. Located at 12475 Hwy 175. $85 for 2 nights camping, biker games, live music with BBQ on Saturday. July 9: Moonshine Bandits. Don’t miss it! 21 and over. For more information: (707) 889-5379 / www.campkomratto.com See Flyer On Page 73
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JULY 9 Americana Run VACAVILLE Presented by Iron Steed Harley Davidson. 9am. $15 per person includes Hot Dog/Hamburger lunch. Come out and be prepared for the all American experience. Pie eating contests, bobbing for apples and even a horseshoe tournament. Don’t miss this all American event because it will truly be awesome. For more information: Events@ ironsteedhd.com JULY 9 7th Annual American Legion Riders Chapter 119 Placerville Poker Run PLACERVILLE Presented by American Legion Riders Chapter 119 Placerville - 4561 Greenstone Road. Registration from 9am to 11am. Single Rider $20 / 2-Up $30. High/Low Hand, Special Raffle for a 50” Proscan HDTV, includes BBQ Lunch, Chapter Challenge, Raffle and 50/50, Live Music, High Score Pellet Gun Shoot for Red Ryder BB Gun. Biscuit and Gravy available during Registration, and a beautiful ride through the Gold Country! For more information: Area1vp@alrdoc.org JULY 9 Danny Meyers Memorial Ride for Wind Poker Run SACRAMENTO Presented by Shut Up and Ride MC. Start at Hideaway Sports Bar and Grill – 2565 Franklin Blvd. Sign ins 8am till 10am donation. Biscuits and gravy $7. $15 presale / $20 donation at gate. High hand Low hand poker run high hand $100 Low hand $50. Food, raffle 50 50 Live Music by The Steve Foster Band. For more information: 1987fxrt@gmail.com JULY 16 1st Annual Save-A-Life Poker Run WOODLAND Presented by Team Chris. 8am.Chris is a resident of Woodland California where he resides with his wife and three children. Chris was diagnosed with aplastic anemia on November 16th 2015, he will need a bone marrow transplant. Multiple bone marrow drives have been held for Chris, unfortunately a match has not been found. If you would like to help Chris please participate in the poker
run. There will be live entertainment 50 / 50 Raffle, Raffle Prizes, High and Low Hand, wild card and food and drinks available at the last stop. All proceeds go to TeamChris. For more information: Al Contreras (530) 544-8872 / Misty Contreras (530) 544-8952 JULY 16 Outta Weed Round the Mountain WEED Presented by Siskiyou Motorcycle Association. 9:30 am. $25 per person includes run pin, and BBQ. 140 mile Poker Run around beautiful Mt Shasta. Nice Rural Ride! Tri tip BBQ, raffles, fun, friends! All are welcome. Proceeds benefit Siskiyou County underprivileged children and elders. For more information: George Quigley (530) 261-0609 JULY 16 Ride To Walk’s 5th Annual Motorcycle Poker Run LINCOLN Presented by Clinton’s Custom Cycles. 8am - 6pm $20 individual/ $30 couple. Ride To Walk’s mission is to enhance the lives of children and young adults with neurological disabilities by providing innovative therapeutic horseback riding activities that are recreational in nature and adapted to the individual’s needs and abilities. Ride To Walk strives to provide a positive support system for individuals with disabilities, their parents/caregivers, and our community. Benefiting Ride To Walk’s Equine Therapy Program. For more information: ridetowalk@ sbcglobal.net JULY 23 2nd Annual Hawaiian Luau NEWARK Presented by Kanaka Hekili MC Oakland Chapter. Located at Swiss Park. 12pm-6pm. $20 advance / $25 at the door. Hawaiian dancing, music, food and drinks Door prizes and raffle. For more information: Prez: “T” (408) 313-0918 JULY 23 ALR District 28 Summer Poker Run PRUNEDALE Presented by American Legion Riders District 28. Sign in at American Legion Post 593 - 8300 Prunedale N. 9am – 10am. $15. High / Low Hand, 50/50, Raffle, Door prizes, Food, Music, and Silent auction. Proceeds from the silent auction go to Operation Freedom Paws in memory of our lost brother, Wayne Cloukey. Benefiting Veterans and remembering one of our own. For more information:
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Remember to check for MORE events submitted AFTER print deadline at www.thunderroadsnorcal.com Linda or John (408) 448-4784. JULY 23 12th Annual Jokers Wild Poker Run QUINCY Presented by The United Bikers of Northern CA & Plumas County Bear Country Riders. Sign in at Eastside Public House -1760 E. Main Street. 10am-12pm. Raffle ends 3pm. $20 pp/$35 per couple includes Live Music by The Michael Barklay Blues Band, poker hand card, lunch, and run pin for the first 100. Active Military & Veterans w/VA Card $5 off (lunch is on us) HUGE RAFFLE! ALL WHEELS WELCOME AND EVERYONE ELSE TOO! Supports our local veterans & Camp Hug. For more information: Dave and Helen Reynolds (530) 283-9805 / eastsidepublichouse@yahoo.com JULY 23 6th Annual 111 Mile Motorcycle Ride AUBURN Presented by The Forgotten Soldier Program – Sign in at C & E Auburn Indian & V-Twin - 12015 Shale Ridge Lane. 8:30am Registration / Kickstands up at 9:30am Ride. $20 pre-reg / $25 day of /$40 2 up Travel through the beautiful foothills of Northern California and end up at the Armed Forces Pavilion and Community Garden - 991 Lincoln Way for a tri-tip bbq by Longhorn Meat Co of Auburn, raffle, 50/50, music by Flat Blusted and more. This is a chapter challenge. Fundraiser for Veterans. For more information: theforgottensoldierprogram.org JULY 30 Bikes Boats & Bikinis STOCKTON Presented by The Too Much Fun Club. Located at 7600 Windmill Cove. Noon-6pm $10 cover charge. Live bands, VIP areas available, Miss Bikes Boats & Bikinis Contest $250 cash prize! For more information: (209) 642-TMFC See Flyer On Page 73 JULY 30 Mercenaries MC Poker Run LODI Presented by Mercenaries MC San Joaquin Delta – 335 E. Kettelman Lane. 8am. $20-$25. Poker Run High Low Payout, Fun and games, Booze Wagon, Door prize, raffle. Come join us on a beautiful ride on the delta loop. Live music by Greg Allmans former band The Alameda All Stars. For more information: BIG MIKE (209) 292-0400 / DOUBLE D M.C SHOP (209)369-2838
JULY 31 NorCal Cycle Swap SACRAMENTO Located at West Wind Drive-In 9619 Oates Drive. Swap with 100 vendors, all makes and models of bike parts. 8:30 am, 5 bucks. For more information: www. norcalcycleswap.com See Flyer On Page 57
AUGUST AUGUST 1-14 35 Years of the Best Party Anywhere BUFFALO CHIP, SOUTH DAKOTA Presented by Sturgis Buffalo Chip. Featuring Kid Rock, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Miranda Lambert, “Weird Al” Yankovic and many more! Concerts FREE with Camping. Sturgis Rider Sweepstakes – register to win the ride of your life! See Flyer On Backcover AUGUST 2-4 Labor Weekend Tent Event FRESNO Presented by Harley-Davidson of Fresno – 4345 W. Shaw Ave. 9am-5pm. Food, sales and fun for the whole family. For more information: casey@hdfresno.com AUGUST 6 Bethel Island Lions Delta Poker Run BETHEL ISLAND Presented by Bethel Island Lions and Rusty Porthole. Signup 8:30-10:30 at The Porthole. $50/person. A Five stop Poker Run by Bike, Boat, or Car. Starts/Ends at The Rusty Porthole. Entry includes Breakfast and Dinner, and a commemorative T-shirt. Prizes for each stop. Add’l prizes drawn at end of run. Cash win for Best thru 3rd hand. Prizes for 4th and 5th hand. For more information: peter. koopmans@yahoo.com AUGUST 6 The Amazing Run VACAVILLE Presented by Iron Steed Harley-Davidson. $25 per team. Based on the T.V. show Amazing Race, The Amazing Run will challenge your team to overcome obstacles to move on to the next stage of the run. Teams are made of 2-5 people. Pre-registration is required. For more information: (707) 455-7000 / Events@ironsteedhd.com
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AUGUST 13 3rd Annual Homes For Our Troops Poker Run RANCHO CORDOVA Presented by Illuminati Motorcycle Club - 11476 Sunrise Gold Circle. 8am / $15 solo riders/$20 Double riders. Poker Run and raffle with all proceeds being donated to Homes For Our Troops in CPL John Smith’s name. First 100 to sign up get a free Run T-Shirt. Food, and live music. Be sure to be there as we will have the US Army Color Guard. For more information: Geoff Peterson / pete6543@gmail. com / www.illuminatimc.com AUGUST 13 Patriots MC 21st Annual Summer Run PRUNEDALE Presented by Patriots MC – Sign in at American Legion Post 593 - 8300 Prunedale North. 10am-Noon, $15 Donation. Donation includes 5 stop hand/ high and low, 4th stop Rider Reward ticket, BBQ meal, live band. Also keg toss, door prizes, 50/50, rider reward prize. Vendors welcome - No fee. Proceeds benefits 28th Annual Palo Alto Veteran Hospital. For more information: Frank (831) 636-5956 at fmasoni@yahoo.com AUGUST 14 Wishes On Wheels 2016 FOLSOM Presented by Jackson Rancheria Casino and Folsom HarleyDavidson – 115 Woodmere Road. Early registration $25 / $35 day-of event. Tickets include ride, lunch, entertainment and casino offer. Cash bar and raffle tickets available for purchase at event. All proceeds go to Make-A-Wish Northeast CA and Northern NV. For more information: www.JacksonCasino. com See Flyer On Inside Frontcover AUGUST 17 2nd Annual Ruff Rock Concert FRESNO Presented by Harley-Davidson of Fresno – 4345 W. Shaw Ave. 11:30am-3:30pm. Harley-Davidson of Fresno will be hosting a charity concert event on behalf of Fresno Bully Rescue. This Ruff Rock concert will be during the day with live performances from local bands. Interviews with young adults and families about having fun and supporting a great charity. For more information: casey@hdfresno.com
AUGUST 20 4th Annual FXRS of California Grudge Races SACRAMENTO Presented by FXRS of California. Sacramento Raceway. 1pm-10pm, $25. Race Your Ride!! FXR Show open to all to attend more details to come. See Annual FXR’s of California Events on Facebook. For more information: fxrsofcalifornia@gmail.com AUGUST 20 Folsom High School Veterans Memorial Poker Run FOLSOM Presented by Marine Corps League, American Legion, VFW. Begins at Harley Davidson Folsom and ends at Veterans Hall. 9am to 3pm $25 / two up $40. Free Lunch to Paid Poker Run Participants. The joint services are raising money to build a memorial in the Football Stadium. Monument is dedicated to those students who attended the High School and died in WW1 1 Student, WW2 7 Students, Korea 3 Students, Vietnam 3 Students, Iraq and Afghanistan 3 Students. For more information: marineveteran67@gmail.com AUGUST 20 13 Years and Still Hellbent For Glory! FOREST RANCH Presented by Hellbent M/C 823 Crew. Located at Bambi Inn – 7436 Humboldt Road. 7pm-??? / $20 Donation accepted at door. Celebrate 13 years of 823 Crew being Hellbent for Glory at the first Annual Rumble in the Hills. Food, music, booze and adult entertainment will be provided. For more information: (530) 873-4125 / www. facebook.com/HB823CREW AUGUST 21 28th Annual Summer Run COTATI Presented by Redwood Empire Chapter HOG. Registration at Sonoma County Harley-Davidson - 7601 Redwood Dr. 8am - 10am (last ride out 10:15). $15 single, $25 two up. High and low poker hands, run pins for the first 200, ride in bike show, live music, chapter challenge, raffle prizes and the RECHOG Quilt. Open to all. Benefits the Valley of the Moon Children’s Foundation. For more information: director@rechog.org
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BIKE NIGHTS 2nd WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH (May-October) OROVILLE WANDERERS BIKE & CAR NIGHT Presented by Wanderers M/C. Located at Feather Falls Casino – 3 Alverda Drive. 5pm to 8pm. Music, prizes and trophies. Contact Mike B (530) 534-5125 / (530) 990-5125 1st THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH (May-October) AUBURN BIKE NIGHT 2016 Presented by C&E Auburn Indian and V-Twin. 5pm8pm. Join us for some great Music, showing off your bike, raffle prizes and more! BBQ available! All Motorcycles are welcome! www.auburnvtwin.com 2nd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH VALLEY SPRINGS BIKE NIGHT Located at El Torero Mexican Restaurant – 2869 Hwy 12. 7pm-9pm. FREE – Everyone welcome! Door prizes. Family friendly For more information: Mike (209) 786-2217 / Gordo (209) 772-8995 EVERY THURSDAY RANCHO CORDOVA BIKER CHURCH NIGHT Presented by Thunder Road Biker Church - 11257 Coloma Road #B8 7pm-8pm 3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH ARCATA BIKE NIGHT Presented by M.O.B. of Humboldt Everett’s Club on the Plaza at 784 9th Street. The fun starts at 6pm. All motorcycles welcome. Free food, 50/50 raffle, pack ride. / www.mobofhumboldt.com
3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH GRASS VALLEY THROWBACKS THURSDAY Located at Pacos Tacos – 550 Mill Street. 5pm-8pm. A monthly ride-in for vintage choppers and show-and-go customs. This family friendly event features killer grub and live music by the Rockabilly Love Cats! Better yet: No fees, no attitudes, just plain old low-brow fun on two wheels. Tell your friends, and we’ll see your ugly mug on Thursday night! For more information: Troop (530) 451-6646 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 2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH RANCHO CORDOVA OPEN HOUSE Presented by Illuminati MC Clubhouse 11476 Sunrise Gold Circle. 6pm until?? Let your week and the stress go and relax with us. Good music, good friends, etc! 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) 6047149 / (209) 327-8283
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LATHROP FREE HAMBURGERS Presented by Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson - 13900 Harlan Road. Ride on over to Eagle’s Nest HarleyDavidson and enjoy free hamburgers while supplies last! All donations will benefit a local nonprofit 3rd SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH SACRAMENTO FREE NACHOS Located at Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am-2 pm. Out riding? Hungry? Enjoy free nachos while supplies last. All proceeds will go to a local nonprofit. 3rd SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH LATHROP FREE HOT DOGS Presented by Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson - 13900 Harlan Road. Out riding? Hungry? Enjoy free hot dogs while supplies last at Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson. All donations will benefit a local nonprofit. 4th SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH SACRAMENTO FREE HAMBURGERS Located at Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am-2 pm. Ride on over to Harley-Davidson of Sacramento as we welcome back all new motorcycle buyers. Enjoy free hamburgers while supplies last. The hamburgers are free, however all donations will benefit the Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 500 (not in December)
5th SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH SACRAMENTO FREE LUNCH Located at Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am-2 pm. All proceeds benefit a local nonprofit (not in December) 5th SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH LATHROP FREE LUNCH Presented by Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson - 13900 Harlan Road. 11am-2 pm. All proceeds benefit a local non profit TRM NorCal is not responsible for errors or omissions and events are subject to change without notice
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4th SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH LATHROP FREE NACHOS Presented by Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson - 13900 Harlan Road. Ride on over to Eagle’s Nest HarleyDavidson to enjoy free nachos while supplies last! (not in December)
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John Jessup’s Dream Rides....................................................................................................54 Johnny’s Bar & Grill................................................................................................................ BF Kenny’s Bar&Grill.................................................................................................................... 11 Kirby Law...................................................................................................................................1 Lane Splitter Harley-Davidson.................................................................................................39 Loose Cannon Cycle Werks....................................................................................................54 Mid Cal Cycles..........................................................................................................................4 Mary Terry Leathers............................................................................................................... MP Miller Built Performance Cycles..............................................................................................64 Mom & Pop’s Saloon.............................................................................................................. BF Nickell’s Customs.................................................................................................................... 11 NorCal Cycle Swap Meet........................................................................................................57 Nor-Cal Motorcycles................................................................................................................73 Old E Metalworks....................................................................................................................54 Omega Motorcycles................................................................................................................64 Omlete House.........................................................................................................................64 Papa’s Place............................................................................................................................54 Peg House...............................................................................................................................37 Penngrove Motorcycle Company............................................................................................27 Performance Powercoating.....................................................................................................53 Peter’s Steakhouse.................................................................................................................19 Poor Red’s Bar-B-Q.................................................................................................................17 Rack and Pull Industries..........................................................................................................67 Redwood Run 2016.................................................................................................................38 Rick’s Automotive......................................................................................................................5 Ride-On Motorcycles...............................................................................................................54 River City Motorcycles.............................................................................................................67 Roadshows....................................................................................................................... 13&68 Road Trip Bar & Grill...............................................................................................................32 Romi’s Brew N BBQ................................................................................................................35 Rushford & Bonotto Trial Lawyers......................................................................................... MP Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys...........................................................................................76 Rusty Porthole Bar & Grill.......................................................................................................19 San Jose Hogwash.................................................................................................................26 Schapiro & Leventhal................................................................................................................4 SeatWorks...............................................................................................................................64 Sindicate Cycles........................................................................................................................4 Sinister Wheel.........................................................................................................................59 Sonoma County HD..................................................................................................... EVENTS Spancky’s Bar......................................................................................................................... BF Spirit Motorcycles......................................................................................................................5 T3 Design Studios................................................................................................................. MP Tattoo Betty’s...........................................................................................................................31 The Barn..................................................................................................................................33 The Florence Bar & Grill............................................................................................................4 The Leatherworks....................................................................................................................17 Thunder Road Biker Church....................................................................................................65 Two Gunner Custom Iron........................................................................................................10 V Dawg Cycles........................................................................................................................26 Wild Bill Tattoo.........................................................................................................................31 WindVest.................................................................................................................................54 Wimpy’s Marina.......................................................................................................................19
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2Up Getaways....................................................................................................................... MP A&M Heating and Air Conditioning..........................................................................................57 Al The Wops............................................................................................................................19 Alameda Wooden Trailers.......................................................................................................21 American Legion Ambulance...................................................................................................12 Bagger Design...........................................................................................................................5 Bikers Inner Circle................................................................................................................. MP Billet4Baggers.........................................................................................................................17 Billy’s Motorcycle Shop............................................................................................................12 Bliss Electronics......................................................................................................................53 Bones Roadhouse Bar & Grub................................................................................................26 Boomer’s Saloon.............................................................................................................. 35&36 Bosco’s Bones & Brews..........................................................................................................12 Buffalo Chip......................................................................................................... BACK COVER C&E Auburn Indian &V-Twin....................................................................................................27 California Custom Trailer & Motorsports.................................................................................26 Citrus Heights Victory.............................................................................................................. 11 Coyote Valley Casino..............................................................................................................36 Clinton’s Custom Cycle...........................................................................................................67 Custom Design Studios...........................................................................................................64 CycleInsure Agency.................................................................................................................27 Denver’s Choppers..................................................................................................................55 Dogfather Tattoo Company......................................................................................................31 Dudley Perkins Co...................................................................................................................29 Eagle Iron and Leather..............................................................................................................5 Eastside Public House........................................................................................................... BF Elkhorn Saloon........................................................................................................................25 Executive Choppers................................................................................................................65 E-Z Brake.............................................................................................................................. MP Fairing Plus.............................................................................................................................64 Featherbed Railroad Bed & Breakfast.....................................................................................34 Folsom Harley-Davidson.................................................................................................58/CAL Freedom Rides Trikes............................................................................................................. 11 Freeport Bar & Grill.................................................................................................................18 Giusti’s Place...........................................................................................................................18 Granzella’s...............................................................................................................................33 Gunnink’s Harley-Davidson.....................................................................................................34 Harleymann Insurance Agency...............................................................................................12 Hatt’s Motorcycles...................................................................................................................54 HD Performance......................................................................................................................64 HK Cycles................................................................................................................................11 Heidi’s Outrigger Marina & Saloon..........................................................................................19 Hollister Powersports..............................................................................................................66 Hood Supply Co......................................................................................................................19 Horse Power By Gerolamy......................................................................................................53 Humboldt Performance Cycle.................................................................................................37 Husick’s BBQ Proper & Taphouse...........................................................................................19 Inn of the Lost Coast...............................................................................................................35 Iron Steed H-D........................................................................................................................53 Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort....................................................................INSIDE COVER James Dean Rebel Design........................................................................................................4 Jim Wall Insurance Agency.....................................................................................................64
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