Thunder Roads NorCal - June 2017

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On The Cover: Stunt Rider CJ Barham of Orangevale Photo by Stan Hill Layout and Design Meredith Hancock/Hancock Graphics Magazine Contributors Wild Bill Hill Billie Wilson/Billie The Kid Photography Taleah Ebey / T3 Design Studios Rich “Foot” & Jennifer “Sunshine” Elkins Randy Wenslawski Rae Lynn Flippo Barry Mendenhall Dan & Nad Rogers My Two Cents Al Cagle / al@rackandpull.com Tech Tips Two Gunners Custom Iron/craig@twogunnerscustomiron.com Thunder Road Biker Church Pastor Johnny/Johnny@thunderroadchurch.com 916-521-5706 Ride Destination Chuck & Cindy Loseth NorCal Sales Representatives/Magazine Contributors Russell “Raz” Holder (916) 425-2377 russellholder@earthlink.net Charles Gliebe (209) 598-2023 charlesgliebe@comcast.net Dan Griffin (209) 403-8170 acdmf1@yahoo.com National Founders Toni McCoy Shearon & Brian Shearon 1528 Matlock Drive, Chapmansboro, TN 37035 Office: (615) 792-0040 Fax: (615) 792-7580 thunderroadsfounders@yahoo.com www.thunderroadsmagazine.com (for information regarding Thunder Roads Northern California, please use contact information at top of column ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. NO PART OF ITS CONTENT MAY BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION. PUBLISHER ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY AND IS NOT TO BE HELD LIABLE FOR ERRORS BEYOND THE COST OF THE SPACE OCCUPIED BY THE ERROR, SLANDER OF ANY GROUP OR INDIVIDUAL, FAILURE TO PRODUCE ANY ISSUE AS SCHEDULED DUE TO REASONS BEYOND OUR CONTROL, ANY AND ALL SUITS FOR LIABLE, PLAGIARISM, COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT AND UNAUTHORIZED USE OF A PERSON’S NAME OR PHOTOGRAPH. OPINIONS AND CLAIMS MADE BY ADVERTISERS AND AUTHORS ARE THEIR OWN, AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REPRESENT THE POLICY OF THUNDER ROADS MAGAZINE OR THUNDER PUBLISHING. PUBLISHER DOES NOT PROMOTE THE ABUSE OF ALCOHOL OR OTHER DRUGS.

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eturning in this issue is the ‘Ride The Delta’ feature – please support the businesses on the California Delta that partnered up with us again! This is a great go-to resource of places to stop while out enjoying a ride along the Sacramento River. Let us know your favorite stops and we will do our best to include them in this biker friendly feature that will run through October. Since summer time riding is now here it is very important to remind ourselves to stay hydrated with good old fashion WATER! I know that there is nothing more refreshing than an ice cold beer on a hot summer day and that is totally fine as long as we include water too. Your body is working overtime to stay cool and you are losing much more water than you think. As we are riding we just do not notice how much we are sweating because the wind evaporates our sweat as soon as it hits the surface; so it’s easy to misjudge just how low we are on fluids. So as Terri always says “Drink up Bitches” (Honestly, she is not talking about water when she says that…but you get the meaning). And I hate to sound like a broken record, but that is because I have personal experience and was taken down by a severe case of heat exhaustion. Luckily, my older brother stepped in immediately recognizing the symptoms as I lay on the floor vomiting and convulsing. Trust me, it was no fun and I seriously thought I might die! I wouldn’t wish this on anyone. It came on quick and without much warning at a time when I was at my peak physical condition. It happened on a day when it was in the 90’s and I just refused to take the time to stop and drink water and cool down trying to get as much out of my day as possible. Please do not make this mistake it can really mess you up and even cause permanent damage or worse.

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REMEMBER BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT: CORBIN SEATS

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Ride The California Delta................................................................ 4 My Two Cents.................................................................................. 7 Product Spotlight: Legend Suspension......................................... 13 Ride Pride: 1966 Garage Special.................................................. 17 Thunder Road Biker Church.......................................................... 23 Biker Band Revue: Rogue............................................................. 29 Spring Fling 2017.......................................................................... 20 12th Annual Humboldt B.A.C.A. 100 Mile Run.............................. 32 Center Calendar............................................................................ 34

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Ride The California Delta

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hunder Roads NorCal will be sharing this map of the California Delta for the next few 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!

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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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MY TWO CENTS: CATCH ME IF YOU CAN That’s right! It was me! I will not tell you what street I was on. I will not tell you what time it was. I will not tell you what city or town I was in, but I will tell you this, it was me who busted off your mirror. I did it because you cut me off on purpose. You could have seriously injured me and damaged my bike. Then you gave me that shit eating grin that only an annoying little person like you can give. You got everything you deserved and a lot less.

You don’t have the right to cut bikers off with your car when we’re splitting lanes! Just like bikers don’t have the right to drag you out of your car and beat the dog shit out of you for driving like an asshole. I’m pretty sure one of them could be considered a felony and the other, well, I would call it self-defense.

It’s a fact that it is 100% legal for motorcycles to split lanes in California but there are so many automobile drivers in this state that don’t know this. And they think it’s OK to use their car to prevent a motorcycle from splitting lanes. It’s also a well known fact that if a car hits a moving motorcycle, whether it’s an accident or not, the rider of the motorcycle will suffer serious injuries.

Now I ask you, what kind of a person would turn his car into a moving motorcycle for no good reason? Is this person ignorant of the law that they try to take in their own hands?

I can’t put it into words what kind of a person would do this.

Well, I could but they wouldn’t print them in this magazine.

I ride almost every day and close calls are nothing new, they happen so often I forget most of them, so I wouldn’t say I over reacted. If I over reacted I would be sitting in my cell right now waiting for visitors and my weekly commissary.

The way I see at, it was using his mirror for the wrong reason. Maybe if he can’t see motorcycles coming in his mirror he won’t do something stupid. There are a lot of considerate drivers out there and they move over, they’re biker friendly. The dick head with the hanging mirror? Not so much. That’s my two cents. Ride like hell and have fun!

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ROAD TRIPPIN’:

Central Coast with Hillon2Wheels San Miguel - Pismo Beach - San Luis Obispo Morro Bay - San Simeon

Pismo Beach

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arly April, we were invited by Terri’s longtime childhood friend in Texas to visit her while she was in San Luis Obispo during an assignment for her job. ‘nuff said, we jumped on the bike for a weekend getaway stay to the central coast. Typically, we would have taken the scenic Highway 1 route from Monterey along the coast but since the storms washed the road out just south of Big Sur we had to “reroute” and take Hwy 101.

Not to worry though we are going to get plenty of time along the Pacific Coast Highway, so we were not too bummed.

On Day 1, we turned off the highway to grab some lunch in San Miguel but instead found a historic Mission San Miguel Arcangel so we took the opportunity to check it out.

During our ride, we recalled a California’s Gold episode by our mentor - Huell Howser in which he did a segment about the historic 700 mile El Camino Real trail (which is now Highway 101). The next time you’re traveling on Highway 101, check

out the mission bell trail indicators that linked the way to our California missions and were spaced by a oneday journey by horseback.

“That’s Amazing!”

As we continued onto San Luis Obispo, we met up with Lisa (Terri’s friend) at another iconic place on the Childhood friends Lisa and Terri central coast - the Madonna Inn. And just like we were Pismo Beach kids again, we sampled and squabbled over the last bite of their most popular desert – the Black Forest Cake! For decades, the Madonna family have welcomed travelers on Highway 101 into their peptolbismol pink restaurant and offered a lodging experience like no other in themed rooms like the in popular Caveman room or the Bridal Falls room. If you find yourself undecided check out the room gallery at www.madonnainn.com. Since time was short, we jumped into Lisa’s rental car and headed to downtown San Luis Obispo. We hung out in a cool little

Bubblegum Alley San Luis Obispo

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Ventana Grill view

Ventana Grill

Sunday morning brunch

pub called the Buffalo Pub and Grill that was down the street from the city’s most unusual and popular unofficial landmark - Bubblegum Alley on Higuera Street where we took selfies photos among the chewed up gum specimen on the alley wall.

Day 2 started with us heading south on Highway 1 to a highly recommended restaurant by the locals - Marisol At The Cliffs for a Sunday all-you–can-eat brunch (which also included bottomless mimosas). A beautiful restaurant that overlooks the ocean in Pismo Beach. SCORE!!! After brunch, we headed further down Hwy 1 for cocktails and sun on the back deck of the Ventana Grill and watch the dolphins play in the waves. Actually, we could have easily hung out

Morro Bay jetty

Morro Rock

there all day. Sadly, we said our goodbyes and jumped on our Roadmaster to head north to explore more of the central coastline.

Next stop - Morro Bay and as you would expect there were a lot of seafood restaurants surrounding the rock Stan chillin and had we been hungry - we would have stopped. We were on a mission to get an up-close look of Morro Rock – a 581ft volcanic plug and historic sacred site of the native tribes. Impressive! On the bay side of Morro Rock is a jetty that was doing its job as huge breakers slammed into it with so much force you could almost feel it! We stood by watching as fishing boats strategically timed their entrance by gunning it in between the massive waves.

The sun was setting and our final destination for the day was San Simeon - where we had reservations at the only oceanfront resort in Cambria and San Simeon called Cavalier Oceanfront Resort (www.cavalierresort.com) Once we checked in, the front desk suggested that we should head further north because the elephant seals were on the beach this time of year and is an impressive sight to see.

So we quickly off loaded our stuff in our room and headed north on Hwy 1 because we’ve never seen elephant seals before – only harbor seals. We saw female and juvenile elephant seals with a few little ones basking on beach just a few feet away! They were adorable but HUGE, the big females are 1700lbs and 12 ft long and we were told later that they are a bit stinky - thankfully the wind must have been just right because we didn’t notice. On our way back to our hotel, we pulled over to put our kickstand down at William Randolph Hearst Memorial Beach (whew - that’s a mouth full!) for a walk out onto the long pier all the while taking in the breathtaking views on the central coastline. By the time we got back to our room, we were pleasantly surprised to see a couple of community oceanfront fire pits located just out of our slider door. We took full advantage to watch as the sun set and as continued...

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Hotel beachfront Elephant Seals in San Simeon

the staff at the resort light it for the guests – it was not long before we were joined by a few other resort guests. It was so relaxing to listen to the waves crash onto the beach…. with a cocktail….by a fire pit.

Later back in our room and a bit chilled, we decided to light up the fireplace in the room. A very nice touch with everything you needed to light it up - ready to go for a great room ambiance.

The next morning we had BIG plans, we were on our way to do the ‘tourist-y’ thing at Hearst Castle. Honestly, it’s something we have wanted to do for a long time! You ride in, park and check in at the visitors center before boarding a tour specific bus for a 5 mile scenic ride with an audio observations from game show host Alex Trebek’s along the way. This is a great experience and you will be blown away by this majestic “ranch” as well as the history of this publishers evolution at the turn of the century. Our apologies, permit$ are required by most California $tate Parks – so this is one you’ll have to see firsthand as we are not in the position to get in a fight with the $tate; however, as a publisher like William Randolph Hearst - I am certain that he would get a chuckle of the satire of such an absurd regulation.

Cavalier Oceanfront Resort

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By now it was getting into the afternoon so it was time to head the bike and for the barn, as we rolled home I couldn’t help but revisit all the experiences and sights we had. It was an unforgettable ride that you too can experience. See more about this trip by going to our YOUTUBE channel - Hillon2wheels.

Check out Hillon2Wheels: Central Coast – Part 1 and 2 videos to see this ride, and while you are there please subscribe.

Hearst Castle Best view in San Simeon

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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT:

LEGEND SUSPENSION Revo Shocks for Dynas

Al Cagle and CJ Barham

As the ongoing popularity of the Harley-Davidson Dyna motorcycle grows, Legend Suspension (www. legendsuspensions.com) has followed the trend with an unbeatable rear suspension set up specifically for a Dyna.

We recently met up with a local NorCal stunt rider, CJ Barham at Rack and Pull Industries in Rancho Cordova to spotlight the Legend Revo shocks for Dynas. We wanted to test them on CJ’s bike because we knew he would really test the shocks to their limit. TRM NorCal teamed up with Rack and Pull Industries because they were able install the new shocks and validate that the motorcycle, swing arm, and motor were perfectly aligned before CJ actually hit the road.

It was by using the STRAIGHT SHOOTER - a proprietary laser measuring system invented by Al Cagle the owner of Rack and Pull Industries. If your motorcycle has any kind of handling problem this is the only place in Northern California to go to have the problem diagnosed accurately which will save you frustration and money trying to fix the problem by guessing the nature of the issue. Or if your bike has been in a crash, Rack and Pull Industries will verify if the frame is damaged or not – they also have the capability to straighten the frame to get you back on the road. Call for an appointment (916) 899-1188 and check them out at www. rackandpullindustries.com Once the new Legend Revo Shocks were installed and the proper sag was set up by simply turning the spring of

the shock up or down as needed, and the bike was properly aligned for CJ to turn it up a notch and let it rip! The shocks have an adjustment dial so you can dial in the rebound perfectly for your weight and riding style. A lighter solo rider might have it set on one or two and a heavier or two up rider, or aggressive rider might set it at the higher numbers. I had a set on my Road King, so I had a pretty good idea what CJ was going to think about them, but then again I never did ride anything like the way CJ rides. After putting the Revo’s through a grueling workout, the smile on CJ’s face when he pulled his helmet off told the story. He was very impressed with how the bike felt and he told TRM NorCal that he “felt safer and more in control of the bike with the new shocks”.

This happens by providing a smooth compliant ride soaking up the bumps with ease giving you that feeling that the rear tire is in constant contact with the road. Legend Suspension produces their high quality products at their facility in Sturgis, South Dakota and you can find them at any shop that offers Drag Specialties products. Thanks to CJ, Al of Rack and Pull Industries and Legend Suspension for helping to pull this together.

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT:

CORBIN FACTORY Home of America’s Original Custom Motorcycle Saddle

Us with Mike Corbin

Returning Corbin Customers with long time (33 years) employee Julio

TRM NorCal was very appreciative to Mike Corbin for taking a big part of his day for a personal tour of the Corbin Seats facility in Hollister. And since the Hollister Rally is right around the corner, we would strongly recommend that you go over to their weekend Open House during the Independence Rally (June 30-July 2). You can also ride in to have a Corbin seat specially customized to your behind, visit some great industry vendors, listen to some live music or grab a bite to eat at the Wizard Café. But we strongly recommend that all rally-goers take the self-guided tour behind the scenes of the facility. It is an opportunity to see firsthand exactly what goes into the making of all the Corbin products. Anyone that rides has heard of the Corbin custom fitted seats for most every make and model motorcycle on and off the road and it goes without saying that ‘Corbin’ is a household name within our industry; but during the tour you will also see that they do a lot more. Producing other products in Hollister like saddlebags, trunks, and even an electric three wheel car called the Sparrow.

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During our personal tour, we were inspired by the story of how Mike had started this company and built it over the years.

One word comes to mind in order to accurately describe the man behind this amazingly successful business…Mike Corbin at his core is an innovator.

Mike grew up in Massachusetts and as a young man joined the Navy where he mastered his electrical skills while working as a ship electrician. After completing his service with the Navy, Mike returned home to Massachusetts and continued working as an electrician eventually relocating to Connecticut. Always having an affinity for motorcycles he kept riding as he built his electrical business in Connecticut.

At this point, he was riding a ’64 Norton which he dismantled, redesigned and reupholstered the seat to his preference – it was at a New Hampshire rally his motorcycle seat caught the attention of another Norton rider. A true businessman, Corbin sold the refurbish seat during the rally and then road his bike home (mind you, without its saddle) yet with $40 dollars in his wallet. Once the word spread, more people started to order Corbin’s custom-made seats thru Sal - a savvy owner of a local Harley-Davidson dealership - Hartford H-D. Soon it was obvious that Mike would have to decide between going full time in a newly discovered market of custom-made motorcycle seats or to stick with his trade as an electrician. By 1968 the decision had been made and it was full steam ahead making seats in a small facility in Hartford, Connecticut. Over the years the company just kept growing and expanding to new products and in the 1980’s had opened up what is now Corbin Pacific here on the west coast by first starting out in a 11,000 sq ft facility in Castroville before moving in 1996 into their new 82,000 sq ft facility where it is now in Hollister.

Over the decades, Mike has seen several downturns in the economy which affected the motorcycle industry. Mike shared with TRM NorCal that he during one of those down

times he had to sell his beloved Indian Motorcycle collection to save the company. Through it all, Mike Corbin has always found a way to persevere with hard work and a sincere dedication to his employees and customers. Mike obtained four patents in the 1980’s for integrated molding, another leap forward at that time which has put Corbin’s at the top of the industry with unmatched capabilities. Since that time they have been awarded with numerous other patents that are proudly displayed on Corbin’s office wall.

Always striving for growth, Mike enrolled into Harvard University into the owners and managers course to build upon his business skills. Keep in mind that he ‘went back to school’ while in his 60’s – so maybe that will gives you a little clue as to how forward thinking this man is in his personal quest for improvement. At the end of our interview, TRM NorCal asked Mike what has been the biggest key to his business success - he stated without hesitation “great employees”. He said he does his utmost to treat his employees good – knowing that if they (his employees) are happy, then his employees will treat his customers good – Go Team Corbin!

Article and photos by Stan and Terri Hill

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RIDE PRIDE:

1966 GARAGE SPECIAL

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huge thank you to this month’s RIDE PRIDE owner, Steve Romero for jumping on his head-turning ride over to Manteca from San Francisco for our early morning photo shoot at Binford’s Custom Cycles. During our photo shoot, Steve shared that he was one of Binford’s Custom Cycles first customers at the old location down the street (affectionately referred to as the ‘small shop’) which is a few blocks away from their new expansive and beautiful location at 1297 N. Main Street. It is obvious that Here we go again with another NorCal RIDE PRIDE that was built in the bike owner’s residential garage. If you have been out to any of the bigger motorcycle shows in the area then I bet you’ve had the privilege of seeing this one in person. Stacy McCleary has won trophies up and down the state with his custom builds. Seriously, if you haven’t seen it yet - it is obvious that you need to get out more! The best we can do is present it to you on a glossy magazine page.

Stacy is obviously a talented fabricator with a keen eye for the cool factor, because this bike is just plain cool. Stacy dedicates his spare time hitting swap meets to gather up parts for his builds and he has more than a couple under his belt, most all of them award winning motorcycles that he has built in his home garage. We love these garage builds because you know that they are built from passion and an undeniable talent and vision, so let’s check out what Stacy put into this ground up build.

Article and photos by Stan Hill

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BIKE SPECS

FABRICATION: Owner Stacy McCleary YEAR: 1966 MODEL: H-D Garage Special BUILD TIME: 1 YEAR ENGINE: 1966 FLH BUILDER: Pat’s Machine Shop (Soulbyville) CASES: H-D HEADS: S&S Dual plugs CARBORATOR: S&S Super E with a Velocity Stack PIPES: Custom by Stacy TRANSMISSION: 1966 HD PRIMARY: 2” Open Belt PAINT: Outlaw Paint by Jeremiah (Tracy) GRAPHICS: Corbett Graphics by Denise (Modesto) FRAME: Paughco Wishbone modified by Stacy BARS: Stacy FENDERS: Custom by Stacy HEADLIGHT: Hudson Spotlight TAILLIGHT: ? Swap meet find FRONT PEGS: Anderson GAS TANK: Lowbrow Stacy OIL TANK: Alu Moon SEAT: Custom by Stacy SISSY BAR: Custom by Stacy GRIPS: From 1960’s HD FORKS: Springer WHEEL FRONT: 1.85 X 21” With Firestone tire WHEEL BACK: 4.5 X 15” with Goodyear Eagle 26X15 BRAKES: Dual Performance Machine Calipers on the back no front brake

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H

ave you ever been faced when insurmountable odds are being wielded against you? You feel like life is crashing in around you, you are being engulfed by a neverending wave of bad luck, or you feel like you are cuffed and trapped in a box and can’t break free?

Maybe your marriage is falling apart or you have a family member who is addicted and just can’t break free from the satanic hold addiction has on their life.

Maybe you have lost your job and the bills are piling up or you are stuck in a job that has a stranglehold on and you literally feel chocked to death. I am here to tell you, you are not alone. Thousands have dealt with the same issues, and thousands have come out on the other side victorious.

Nobody said it is going to be easy, and it may take you to the end of your rope where you feel like you are barely hanging on to a little string.

Have courage and don’t give up. Find the strength in a power greater than yourself to move through those tragic times. Time and time again throughout history, we read stories of some of the greatest victories, when everyone thought they were doomed. Marriages healed, recovery happens, new jobs come about, and with a little time and effort, finances are recovered. See, when we rely on our own understanding, we are limited to what we believe is possible. But, with a power from the most-high, we regain our composure, rejuvenate our courage, and make a stand for victory.

There was a young boy named David facing a giant. Insurmountable odds were against him. The giant was huge and everyone was afraid to fight

him. Your problem could be just as huge, but what happens next could surely happen for you as well, if you can just believe, and call on the One who can save you and get you back on track. The young boy proclaimed that he would face the giant, walked to the stream and picked up 5 smooth stones. Goliath, the giant, laughed at the boy and then cursed him up and down to intimidate him. The boy said, “You come to me with sword, spear and javelin, but I come to you in the name of the Lord. Today, the Lord will conquer you”. As the giant moved forward, David put 1 stone in the sling, and with one heave, imbedded the stone in the giants’ forehead, and Goliath came crashing down to the ground where David grabbed the giants’ sword and cut of his head. Then, the whole world knew there is a God in Israel.

No matter what your going through, grab your stone and your sling, and know there is a God, and he is for you and can bring you every bit of strength and courage you need. There is nothing He can’t handle and help you achieve victory in your life, and with your issues. Need help with encouragement?

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BIKER BAND REVUE: rogue

Genre: Rock and Roll / Cover and Original On August 13, 2017 Rogue is celebrating its 20th anniversary. This is a huge milestone after a much-storied career. The original band line-up in 1997 was Randy Scoles - lead vocals, Bobby Contreras - drums, Nick Nichols - bass, and John Hinchman – Vocals, rhythm and acoustic guitar. Scott Johnson - Played lead guitar, leaving the band in 2007. Today Gregory Young holds that position.

Dedication, hard work, and intense love of music, coupled with their extremely energetic stage performance, has put Rogue on the forefront of the music scene. Their cover songs include some of the greatest rock and roll artist of all time: Led Zeppelin, Bad Company, Rolling Stones, the Beatles, Journey, AC/ DC, Janis Joplin, Aerosmith, Van Halen, CCR, Guns N’ Roses to name just a few. Rogue also has an excellent collection of original songs. Their albums are Rogue (released 1998) / Rogue – Better Life (released 2001) are available for download at iTunes.

Randy Scoles: Lead singer/songwriter - Randy has a natural ability to totally seduce his audience, with a voice that is passionate and explosive. His incredibly high - energy stage performance, evokes the audience to become one with the beat. Randy is also lead singer, along with Paul Holdgate for the Greg Golden Band. He was also lead singer for the late guitar great Ronnie Montrose.

One of Randy’s earlier experiences was the Hard Rock Project with Bandgernade. After they disbanded in 1994, Randy took a hiatus from the music scene for a year. After some encouragement from his wife, that his talents were being wasted joined the band Crossroads, with Don Nehasil on drums, and Nick Nichols on bass. He performed with Crossroads just under a year. In June of 1997, Randy left Crossroads to start Rogue with Nick Nichols.

Nick Nichols: Bass/vocals - In the past Nick has played bass with Ground Zero and Contagious. He’s now currently playing bass, with Frank Hannon’s (from Tesla) band “Kaleidoscope” as well as Rogue.

Without exception, Nick’s ability to rock the audience with his instrument is over the top, harmonically challenging and just plain awesome.

Bobby Contreras: Drums – from 1983-1985 Bobby was the original drummer for City Kid, before they changed the band’s name to “Tesla”.

1985 until the birth of Rogue in 1997, Bobby played for Piranha. Bobby is a genius on the drums. He possesses the speed, energy and power; it takes to make a great drummer. If you haven’t watched him play, you have probably missed your chance of a lifetime to see a rock legend in the making.

Gregory Young: Guitar/vocals – Previous guitar player for Walking Tall and Zoppie. Greg was also the singer that replaced Randy Scoles in the late 80’s for Contagious. Gregory is a complete badass, plain and simple. He has the ability to use his guitar as a slave, to perform with his rhythmic fingers and making it look effortless in the process.

Rogue has shared the stage with Bad Company, David Lee Roth, Mr. Big, Tesla, Great White, Y & T, Jefferson Airplane, Pat Travers, Fastball, Journey, Thin Lizzy, Greg Golden Band, Black Crowes and Frank Hannon’s band (Tesla) Kaleidoscope.

Rogue has performed under the spotlights of some of the famous theatrical stages: Arco Arena, Memorial Auditorium as well as performing at the Mark & Brian Show. In June of 2002, The Discovery Channel aired it’s first of a five-season run “Monster Garage” hosted by Jesse James, an accomplished West Coast custom chopper builder. One of Rogue’s original tracks from their first album, “The Well” was featured.

In August of 2016, Randy was diagnosed with 2nd stage multifocal prostate cancer. The news rocked his world, as well as his wife, Stephanie, family and friends. Paul Holdgate, along with Steve, and Nancy Price and others, organized a benefit for Randy. On Friday October 7, 2016,“Rockin for Randy” was standing room only. An all-star cast of family, friends, and fans, along with host of other bands came out to show their support.

TRM NorCal is happy to report that at the time of writing the revue, Randy’s prognosis is looking good, although he is not entirely out of the woods yet. It will be about a year before the doctors will say all clear, but his numbers are good and Randy says he feels great! Randy also wanted to convey to readers the importance of wellness prevention. Early detection is only possible, if certain test have been done routinely, to catch the disease process, before it gets out of control. Thank you Randy, we all need to hear that.

For booking info and schedule – visit www.roguerocks.com or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/roguesacramento/ Booking Agent: Jim Douglas of Prime Time Entertainment, Inc. / info@primetimeentertainment.com (925) 449-1724 Article and photos contributed by Taleah Ebey of T3 Design Studios

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SPRING FLING 2017 April 15 (Sacramento): Wow! What a turn out for the Sacramento Red and White Spring Fling! The place was packed with NorCal bikers with an entry into the event that included a juicy meal of tri-tip or chicken - your choice. And entertainment from a crowd favorite - The Fryed Brothers Band! Harry Fryed and crew were on stage lighting up the night with everyone’s favorite tunes and they even debut a couple of new songs they’ve added to their playlist.

Spring Fling attendees were the fortunate ones to hear it first!

Next time you’re “thinking” about going, but never have made it yet - I would encourage you to come to the next Sacramento Red and White event this fall, Biketoberfest. You will have a great time and will meet lots of folks that are there for the laid back easy going atmosphere. This year they had a guest celebrity from Fresno Red and White, Merl Hefferman who you have probably

heard about collecting 5 truckloads of new bicycles for underprivileged kids in the Fresno area with the help of the local biker community.

Merl suggested that we do the same here in Sacramento Raffle Bike - so stay tuned. The members and all of their volunteers really do a great job putting these events on and the turnout for this one shows that. On top of the great entertainment they always have some top of the line raffle prizes, this year the main event was this motorcycle (insert photo here) that came From Sierra Steel Harley-Davidson in Chico. Drum roll, and the winner is Nate from Redway California. They tried to give Nate a call but he was not picking up, I sure bet he will be surprised when he finds out though. However from a patiently waiting photographer standpoint - if you buy a raffle ticket to win a motorcycle -PLEASE come to the damn event - so I can for once get your surprised face in the magazine! J Special shout out to Sacramento Red and White for a great evening had by all! It was nice to see several smiling faces that I had not seen for a while. Until next time ride safe and see you all soon.

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April 30 (Eureka): It started as a perfect riding day after a very long season of rain with the local bikers just a wee excited to ride for a great cause for B.A.C.A. stands for Bikers Against Child Abuse.

I rode in from Shelter Cove to met Steve Johnson, a fellow Cove Rat at Redwood Harley-Davidson. We quickly signed up, bought raffle tickets and got acquainted and reacquainted with the 100 or so riders eagerly ready for a spring ride.

There were lots of local patches there to be seen: B.A.C.A. (the host club), Fog Dogs, Old Coots on Scoots, Cove Rats, UBNC and Family Humboldt with a strong turnout.

The ride began as promised at exactly twelve noon. First, the long line of motorcycles went up Hwy 101 North to Arcata.

Then, the leaders took us through back roads east of Arcata.

The skies were clear, blue and sunny. The farmlands were Irish green with beautiful

bucolic scenery and peacefully grazing farm animals.

We arrived at E & O Bowl in Arcata where we spent an enjoyable half hour socializing. Then, off we rode taking more back roads north to Trinidad where we stopped at The Ocean Grove Restaurant and Lounge for more libations and food.

As the pack left, Steve and I noticed an older UBNC member with a Can-Am Spyder that he couldn’t start because it was stuck in gear. We tried to help figure out what was wrong; but, we too were unable to get it started.

He told us AAA was coming so we left. Knowing we had

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Bobby G organizing this great run to kick off the long awaited riding in true Humboldt style.

On the way home, Steve and I joined the Family Humboldt riders and stopped by the hospital in Eureka to visit Zack, a recently injured rider. He was in good spirits and was happy to hear our stories from this most enjoyable ride. Now, the rainy season blues are in the past, bikes are polished, spirits are lifted and the B.A.C.A. members have helped us all turn our sights forward toward a promising new riding season.

Article and photos contributed by Bobby “G” Godwin of Cove Rats MC - Shelter Cove

missed the next stop in Fieldbrook, we opted to ride on to the Blue Lake Casino in Blue Lake and wait for the group there. After about five minutes the impressive pack of riders arrived and everyone eagerly awaited the results of the poker draw and the 50/50 raffle. The Blue Lake Casino bar was alive with good vibrations and camaraderie. The contest winners were announced and the day reluctantly came to a close. The riders were full of praise for the B.A.C.A. club for

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RIDE DESTINATION:

Bakersfield – Lake Isabella – Wofford Heights

Around Lake Isabella

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his month we will be heading down to the central part of the state. We decided to visit some friends and participate in a PGR mission in Lake Isabella. I think most of us are familiar with the Patriot Guard Riders. It’s a group that, when requested, assists in any way it can with funerals for veterans, law enforcement, firemen and or any and all first responders. The PGR will help organize, set up, or if needed, keep out some of the riff raff that show up now and then to try and disrupt and disrespect the services of those being honored. As an example of one of their missions, a family that was having some financial problems needed to get their loved one’s cremated remains from California to Georgia. California PGR members got with other members and they decided to “Pony Express” this vet to his final resting place in Georgia.

Time to head out, so we packed up and putted South on Highway 99 on through Fresno. In Bakersfield, we found our way to Highway 178 and after traversing the rest of the valley, began the climb up into the mountains. It’s a beautiful ride with the mountains on your right and the rushing Kern River on your left. One thing we noticed as we entered the Kern River Canyon was that the sign designating the number

That’s Italian in Kernville

of deaths on the river was gone. I guess some snowflakes thought that the sign was too scary and they had it taken down. The Sheriff’s Department has overruled these nut jobs and the sign will be back soon. The river is dangerous and people should be warned. Getting close to 300 people dead since 1968.

At the VFW in Lake Isabella we would be attending a memorial service and luncheon. Afterward we would escort that vet on his ‘last ride’ around the Lake. So, actually, this month it wasn’t really our destination ride, it was the final destination ride for Anthony “Tony” West. This being the month we celebrate Memorial Day, we thought this would be a nice tribute to one of many.

Our digs for the weekend would be The Barewood Inn located in Wofford Heights. It’s a nice quiet place and really reasonable. We checked in and kicked it for a while before covering the few miles over to Kernville for dinner. ‘That’s Italian’ is our preferred restaurant in the area. The best spaghetti and meatballs you will find.

The next morning, we made our way to VFW 7665 in Lake Isabella. There we met John Archeletta, one of the main organizers of this mission. He gave us the itinerary for the

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Kernville Saloon

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day and a little background on the group. Later we met Robert Firestine, one of the State VP’s and he gave us a nice welcome. Quite a few bikes had already started to line up down the street when we arrived. All told, about 40 bikes would participate.

As more and more scoots rolled in, Cindy introduced Saloon in herself to Diane, Tony’s Glennville lovely wife. We found out that Tony was a medic in Vietnam and a heck of a nice guy. They loved the area and a few years before had sold their house in Santa Maria and moved to Kernville. During the service, many vets were thankful for his commitment to helping and improving the lives of Veterans in any way he Saddle Sore

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Flag Line could. He will be missed! After the service, we enjoyed lunch at the VFW and chatted with a few of the riders who had come to honor Tony. Once everyone had been fed, it was time to take Tony on his last ride around the Lake he loved.

So, Diane climbed aboard a friend’s trike, she was given Tony’s urn and everyone rolled out. Due to road conditions, we were not able to take the complete ride around the lake, so we stopped at a turnout that had an awesome view of the lake, to pay our last respects. We thanked Diane for allowing us to be part of Tony’s “ride out.” It ended up being a great day. Well organized and one of the most heartfelt rides we’ve done. So thanks to all those that made it, including the many American Legion Riders that came in support. “Greater love hath no man than he lay down his life for his brother.” Our sincere thanks for those who serve. We had an excellent dinner that night and hung out at the Kernville Saloon for a while before calling it a night.

Up early the next morning, we took that great and twisty Highway 155 to the Saddle-Sore Saloon in Glennville for breakfast before heading home (Heads up! Cash only, no credit cards.) By the way, Lake Isabella is now back up to normal levels. I guess for the last few years or so, the locals have been calling it Lake Isapuddle! Later.

Article and photos contributed by Chuck and Cindy Loseth

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8th Annual Rabbit Run Motorcycle Ride

April 8 (Marysville): The weatherman was predicting heavy showers the day of the Sisters of Scota WMC Rabbit Run. What’s a little water, when the foster children of Environmental Alternatives were waiting patiently to get their Easter baskets when the riders pulled into Lake Francis RV Resort near Dobbins? The rain gods proved to have a little compassion and didn’t let loose till all the riders were safely at the resort….then it poured.

Environmental Alternatives is a nonprofit foster family agency. Environmental Alternatives plays an important role

in Northern California matching nurturing, and loving homes for foster children. In addition to placement in individual families, Environmental Alternatives operates several 6-bed group homes and a 30-bed group home. They also offer transitional rental housing for youth aged 18 to 24 who have aged out of foster care. Environmental Alternatives is also the proud owners and operators of Lake Francis RV resort near Dobbins. Open to the public, the proceeds from the resort go to sending approximately 100 foster children to their kids camp: Camp Rockin’ U along with nearly 500 young campers, ages 7 to 14 not in foster care. The Sisters of Scota Women’s MC saw the need and began their run seven years ago to help Environmental Alternatives to continue their journey and to help send foster children to Camp Rockin’ U in the summer.

Registration and the ride began at the Golden Eagle Market in Marysville. Riders prepared for the ride, bought raffle tickets, ride pins and chowed down a complimentary hot breakfast and coffee. All proceeds go to purchasing Easter

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baskets for the children along with school supplies in August and Christmas gifts later in the year.

Under the covered pavilion, a great Easter dinner of ham and turkey along with all the fixings was served to the bikers. Swankmasters Band entertained the crowd. Once again the Sisters of Scota outdid themselves with the raffle prizes. A leather jacket donated by C&E Auburn Indian and VTwin and a New Rider course donated by Sacramento Harley was just a few of the great raffle prizes for the event. And a $4,000 check was presented to Camp Rockin’ U at Lake Francis Resort to provide scholarships to Environmental Alternatives foster kids! Great Job ladies! See you again next year!

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An Aglet is that little plastic or metal tip on the end of your boot or shoelaces. When they stay ‘pointy’ they make lacing your shoes easy. But, when they are frayed and twice their normal diameter-- you can’t get the damned end into the hole so you can tighten up your laces and throw a leg over your motorcycle and get into the wind…that little aglet can be a JERK! When you eventually get ‘in the wind’ and are motoring often you look down and it becomes apparent why the ends of your boot laces have been beaten into a broom-straw. Inches of your laces have escaped out pants cuff and are flailing around in the wind and tattering off the engine cases of your bike. You either stop then or continue on – knowing that you are eventually going to have to knot up those stinking laces once more. And on long rides this ritual is often at every stop there after. Some boot or shoe laces hold a knot well…but in my experience they are few and far between.

I have been posted along a most simple product that has solved this dilemma. LaceLocker is really nothing more than a nicely designed folded up piece of material with strategically placed ‘hook and loop’ (Velcro) fasteners. You slide one end behind your loose laces and it holds itself in place when folded. Then you tie a single knot in your laces and lay the loose ends down the middle and fold the two flaps in and they hook together with the hook and loop fastener and maintain your laces in place: keeping the knot secure as a result. This is simple and really effective. Although not a process that is easy with your gloves on…but who ties their shoes with their gloves on anyway?

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Tech Tips THE GREAT OIL DEBATE- PART II

Last time we talked a bit about the quality of modern oils and diffused some of the mis-information on the synthetic verses fossil oil debate. Now we can dive into some of the technical aspects.

At the risk of stating the obvious, different oils are formulated for different applications. In the realm of motor oils, there is a significant difference between automotive and motorcycle products. Even more so, between air cooled and water cooled engines. The most significant difference is in the additive package.

These are chemicals, minerals, and other products that tailor the oil to the application. Air cooled engines have much greater operating temperature fluctuations than their water cooled counterparts. Higher levels of zinc, phosphorus, and molybdenum ensure film barrier protection even when the temperatures threaten the oil’s performance.

Moving on to temperatures, how hot is too hot? In a water cooled vehicle, when the coolant reaches its boiling point, we can easily conclude that the temperature is too hot. What’s the “red flag” in an air cooled bike? Modern V-Twins run extremely hot due to stringent EPA requirements, which dictate very lean air/fuel mixtures. Oil temperatures in older engines (In the HD world, Evolution and older models) hovered in the 180-200 degree area. It’s not uncommon for the Twin Cams to run in the 210-230 degree region.

That’s pretty hot, but not overheating per se. Fossil oils begin breaking down almost immediately in what is considered normal operating temperatures, but at 260 degrees rapid break down begins. At this point it’s time to shut down and let things cool off. Going back to our discussion on the fossil oil verses synthetic, breakdown occurs much later with synthetic At this point, a quick snap shot explanation on multigrade oils is in order. An oil formulated as 10w-40 is no thicker than 10 weight oil under winter (10w) conditions, meaning below freezing. The 40 means it is no thinner than 40 weight oil at 212° Fahrenheit.

So, the first number tells us the performance of the

oil at or below the temperature of freezing water, and the second number tells us the performance at the temperature of boiling water. The chemicals added to the oil to accomplish this are called Viscosity Index Improvers (VIIs). Expanding on this anymore would be like watching grass grow, or paint dry. You get the point!

Lastly, follow your bike manufacturer’s recommendation for type and viscosity. Fossil oils for Harley-Davidson Big Twins are all different for the engine, transmission, and primary. There are a few synthetic oils that are formulated to run in all three systems in Harley-Davidson Big Twins. They are wet clutch compatible (suitable for primary fluid), resist shear (transmission), and of course can be run in the engine. Remember that the venerable Sportster shares its transmission and primary fluid, so there are fluids designed specifically for that application (Sportrans, etc.). Ride safe!

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Spancky’s Bar www.spanckysbar.com 8201 Old Redwood Hwy Cotati, CA, USA 94931 707-664-0169 Wimpy’s Marina 14001 W. Walnut Grove Rd Walnut Grove, CA 95690 (916) 794-2774 Valencia Club 2162 Taylor Road Penryn, CA 95663 (916) 663-0300 Heating & Air Conditioning

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Inn of the Lost Coast www.innofthelostcoast.com 205 Wave Drive Shelter Cove, CA 95589 707-986-7521 Motorcycle Attorneys Kirbys Law www.KirbysLaw.com California’s Motorcycle Lawyers 24/7 (800) 699-9097 Rushford & Bonotto Trial Lawyers www.rushfordbonotto.com 1010 Hurley Way – Ste 410 Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 565-0590 Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys www.RussBrown.com (800) 800-4-BIKERS Schapiro & Leventhal The Motorcycle Attorneys Call us 24/7 for a FREE Consulation (877) 835-7800 Motorcycle Detailing San Jose Hogwash Motorcycle Detailing www.sanjosehogwash.com P.O. Box 24273 San Jose, CA 95154 (408) 641-1940 Powder Coating Performance Powder Coating & Sandblasting 6326 Main Avenue #4 Orangevale, CA 95662 (916) 987-1942

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A farmer was selling his peaches door to door. He knocked on a door and a shapely 30-something woman dressed in a very sheer negligee answered the door.

He raised his basket to show her the peaches and asked, “Would you like to buy some peaches, ma’am?”

She pulled the top of the negligee to one side and asked, “Are they as firm as this?”

He nodded his head and said, “Yes ma’am,” and a little tear ran from his eye.

Then she pulled the other side of her negligee off asking, “Are they nice and pink like this?”

The farmer said, “Yes,” and another tear came from the other eye.

Then she unbuttoned the bottom of her negligee and asked, “Are they as fuzzy as this?”

He again said, “Yes,” and broke down crying.

She asked, “Oh, dear, why on earth are you crying?”

Drying his eyes he replied, “The drought got my corn, the flood got my soy beans, a tornado leveled my barn…….

And now I do believe I’m gonna’ get screwed out of my peaches.” _______________________________________________ An air traffic control tower suddenly lost communication with a small twin engine aircraft. A moment later the tower land line rang and was answered by one of the employees.

An old pal of the Pilot’s, whom was a passenger, was riding shotgun since the Co-Pilot called in ill .

He contacted the Tower and yelled,; “Mayday, mayday!! The Pilot of this aircraft had an instant and fatal heart attack. I grabbed his cell phone and as I hoped, he had the Tower on his speed dial memory. I am flying upside down at 18,000 feet and traveling at 180 mph. Mayday, mayday!!”

The employee in the tower had put him on speaker phone immediately. “Calm down, we acknowledge you and we’ll guide you down after a few questions. The first thing is not to panic, remain calm. He began his series of questions: Tower: “How do you know you are traveling at 18,000 feet??”

Aircraft: “I can see that it reads 18,000 feet on the Altimeter dial in front of me.”

Tower: “Okay, that’s good, remain calm. How do you know you’re traveling at 180 mph?”

Aircraft: “I can see that it reads 180 mph on the Airspeed dial in front of me.”

Tower: “Okay, this is great so far, but it’s heavily overcast, so how do you know you’re flying upside down?”

Aircraft: “The sh*t in my pants is running out of my shirt collar.” _______________________________________________ The husband leans over and asks his wife, “Do you remember the first time we had sex together over sixty years ago? We went behind the village tavern where you leaned against the back fence and I made sweet, passionate love to you.”

Yes, she says, “I remember it fondly.”

OK, he says, “How about taking a stroll around there again and we can do it for old time’s sake?”

“Oh Jim, you old devil, that sounds like a crazy, but thrilling idea!”

A police officer sitting in the next booth heard their conversation and, having a chuckle to himself, he thinks to himself, I’ve got

to see these two old-timers having sex against a fence. I’ll just keep an eye on them so there’s no trouble. So he follows them.

The elderly couple walks haltingly along, leaning on each other for support aided by walking sticks. Finally, they get to the back of the tavern and make their way to the fence. The old lady lifts her skirt and the old man drops his trousers. As she leans against the fence, the old man moves in. Then suddenly they erupt into the most furious sex that the policeman has ever seen. This goes on for about ten minutes while both are making loud noises and moaning and screaming. Finally, they both collapse, panting on the ground.

The policeman is amazed. He thinks he has learned something about life and old age that he didn’t know existed.

After about half an hour of lying on the ground recovering, the old couple struggle to their feet and put their clothes back on.

The policeman, is still watching and thinks to himself, this is truly amazing, I’ve got to ask them what’s their secret?

So, as the couple passes, he says to them, “Excuse me, but that was something else. You must’ve had a fantastic sex life together. Is there some sort of secret to all this to give hope to my wife and I for our future together?

Shaking, the old man is barely able to reply, “Sixty years ago that wasn’t an electric fence.” _______________________________________________ Men have two emotions: Hungry and Horny. If you see him without an erection, make him a sandwich.

Life is like a jar of Jalapeno peppers-what you do today, might burn your ass tomorrow.

Some people are like a Slinky--not really good for anything, but you still can’t help but smile when you shove them down the stairs.

Happy Father’s Day

to all you phenom Daddy’s that make the world a safer place for your children. It takes a real Man putting forth the effort & time to be a Father.

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GOT EVENTS ? Submit your events online at www.thunderroadsnorcal.com JUNE 2017

JUNE 2-4 Street Vibrations Spring Rally RENO, NEVADA Presented by Roadshows, Inc. Vendors & participants go to www.roadshowsreno.com. For more information: (775) 3297469 / admin@roadshowsreno.com See flyer on Page 9 JUNE 2-4 19th Annual Grand Fathers MC No. Cal Campout GRASS VALLEY Presented by Grand Fathers MC No. Cal – Located at Rollins Lake - Greenhorn Access Rd. Gates Open at Noon $35. Come to a Old School Style Campout with The Fryed Brothers Band- “The Most Dangerous Biker Band” benefits mountain families, world famous Grand Fathers steak tacos and funnel cakes.

Arts and crafts for the kids by CMA. This is the one event everyone is talking about! All are welcome. RV spots available. Vendor spots and T-shirts Sponsors still available. For more information: Crunch (530) 613-0912 JUNE 3 11th Annual Bikers For Christ Bike Blessing and Run OAKHURST Presented by Central Sierra Bikers For Christ. Registration and Breakfast – 40299 Hwy 49. 9am – 9:45am. $20.

Blessing 10am /10:30am Kickstands Up. Run ends at Little Church in the Pines at Bass Lake. For more information: Mark Smith (559) 641-2277 / mgsmith@sti.net JUNE 3 SBFreaks 707 Poker Run VACAVILLE Presented by SBFreaks MC. Starts and finishes at Iron Steed Harley-Davidson -100 Auto Center Drive. 10am12pm . $20 single / $30 couple. Food is included with ride entry, DJ, raffle prizes. For more information: bigcory707@gmail.com

JUNE 4 23rd Annual Hot Rods & Harleys Car and Bike Show VACAVILLE Presented by ABATE of CA Local 17. Located at Iron Steed Harley-Davidson - 100 Auto Center Drive. 11am -5pm. Free Admission. SAVE THE DATE! Ride in motorcycle & car show. Food, drinks, big name vendors, raffle. A live performance from Terry Sheets for great music and dancing. This is an event you don’t want to miss!

For more information: Jenna (707) 455-7000 / events@ ironsteedhd.com See flyer on Page 31 JUNE 4 The Joker’s Wild Poker Run PLACERVILLE Presented by Sierra Riders. Registration at American Legion – 4561 Greenstone. 9am-10am. KSU at 10:15am.

Single $15/2Up $20. Ride starts and ends at American Legion. Food – Live Music – raffles – Vendors. For more information: sierra-riders.net JUNE 4 Diablo Crew M/C 8th Annual Summer Party TRACY Presented by Diablo Crew M/C. Party starts at Mountain House Bar -16784 W. Grantline Road. Noon-5pm. Food Fun – Prizes – Live Band – Booze Wagon – Raffle Prize.

For more information: dcmcfoothills@gmail.com JUNE 9-11 40th Anniversary Redwood Run PIERCY Presented by Kiwanis of the Redwoods at the Riverview Ranch. Tickets $130 pre purchase (LIMITED TICKETS TO BE SOLD) / $180 at the gate. 2nights of non-stop kick ass music!! No attitudes! For more information: www.

RedwoodRun.org See flyer on Page 48 JUNE 10 Refuge Run ANGELS CAMP Presented by The Refuge Church - 642 Murphys Grade Rd. 9 am Free Event. This free event includes the fellowship at the church Saturday morning followed by bike blessing and the ride to White Pines Lake where there will be more fellowship and lunch served. Upon returning to Angels Camp, there will be a live band and raffle. Follow us on Facebook at Refuge Run Event Page. For more information: hangman89@sbcglobal.net

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JUNE 11 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 JUNE 16-17 2017 Indian Motorcycle Demo Days & BBQ SAN JOSE Presented by Spirit Motorcycles. 460 Meridian Avenue.

11am. For more information: (408) 571-6000 / spiritmotorcycles.com See Flyer on Page 7

JUNE 24 Bike Fest PLACERVILLE Presented by Boozefighters Hangtown. Located at PJ’s Road House - 5641 Mother Lode Dr. 12-4pm $10/per person. Includes live band, BBQ meal, ride in bike show with trophies for winners, vendors, 50/50, and raffle. Bring out your chopper, custom or vintage motorcycle to show for trophy. For more information: (916) 817-0537 / Rocketbfmc@gmail.com JUNE 24 End of June Party VALLEJO Presented by Vallejo Hells Angels – 1801 El Dorado Street.

2016 Dyna Street Bob raffle $20 tickets – only 1500 tickets printed. Mechanical bull, DJ, Full Bar See flyer on Page 58

JUNE 16-17 AMCA Fort Sutter Chapter 17th Annual National Motorcycle Show and Swap Meet DIXON Presented by AMCA Fort Sutter Chapter – Located at Dixon Fairgrounds. Honoring European motorcycles. For more information: Jim Moore (530) 622-6531 / Mark Wiebens (925) 288-0174

JUNE 24 1st Anniversary Crawfish Boil YUBA CITY Presented by Harley-Davidson of Yuba City – 720 W. Onstott.

We’re throwing a craw fish boil for our first anniversary. It’s FREE to attend, and don’t worry, if you’re not a fan of craw fish, we’ll have BBQ too! Crawfish – beer – music – and raffle prizes! For more information: (888) 693-4509 / events@ yubacityhd.com See flyer on Page 27

JUNE 17 Orangevale Choppers 20th Anniversary Party ORANGEVALE Presented by Orangevale Choppers – 6211 Main Avenue.

Party starts at noon. Join us for our Customer Appreciation BBQ ! For more information: White Mike (916) 988-9265 See flyer on Page 20

JUNE 24 Bet Your Ass Casino Run VACAVILLE Presented by Iron Steed Harley-Davidson - 100 Auto Center Drive. 8am -5pm. This is an event you don’t want to miss!

For more information: Jenna (707) 455-7000 / events@ ironsteedhd.com See flyer on Page 31

JUNE 24 Clinton’s 6th Annual Ride To Walk Poker Run & Biker Bash LINCOLN Presented by Clinton’s Custom Cycle - 555 Lincoln Blvd.

8am – 10am. Registration $20 single rider / $30 with passenger. Biker Bash only (12pm) : $10 at the Ride to Walk Ranch - 1630 Hwy 193. Free BBQ lunch for all ticket holders - 3 RAFFLES - 50/50 - A Fender guitar signed by Jackson Stone Band to one lucky ticket holder. MEET THE RTW KIDS - HIGH HAND TROPHY - RIDE IN BIKE SHOW - VENDORS - BIKER GAMES - BEER GARDEN - MUSIC

BY JACKSON STONE BAND - BIKE STUNTS BY JASON PULLEN STUNTS. For more information: https://www. facebook.com/clintonsrtwpokerrun/ See flyer on Page 59

JUNE 25 Born To Win MC/CC 1st Annual Family Picnic HAYWARD Presented by Born To Win Mc/Cc. Located at Kennedy Park - 19501 Hesperian Blvd. 12pm to 6pm. $15 presale $20 donations day of. Join us for food, fun, games, music and a family atmosphere. For more information: borntowinmc.cc@gmail.com / (510) 701-9460 See flyer on Page 59 JUNE 30-JULY 2 Independence Rally DOWNTOWN HOLLISTER Presented by Roadshows, Inc. Vendors & participants go to www.roadshowsreno.com. For more information: (775) 329-7469 / admin@roadshowsreno.com See flyer on Page 8

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Remember Remember to to check check for for MORE MORE events events submitted submittedAFTER AFTER print print deadline deadline at at www.thunderroadsnorcal.com www.thunderroadsnorcal.com JUNE 30-JULY 2 The Wild One Saloon DOWNTOWN HOLLISTER Indian Motorcycle of Hollister presents The Wild One Saloon will be open every day 9am-9pm during the rally at Veterans Memorial Building – 649 San Benito Street. Full Bar – Live Music – Vendors and Much More! See flyer Inside Front Cover JUNE 30-JULY 2 Indian Motorcycle Demo Rides HOLLISTER Presented by Indian Motorcycle of Hollister – 411 San Felipe Road. Demo rides happening all weekend during the Independence Rally. For more information: (831) 630-5200 / www.hollisterpowersports.com JUNE 30-JULY 2 Corbin Seats Open House & Bike Show HOLLISTER Presented by Corbin Seats – 2360 Technology Parkway.

Corbin’s Workshop of Wizards will be hosting a variety of motorcycle vendors, an open house type party for all who visit and a bike show on Saturday – July 1st. Live music, factory tours and a lot more. Mark your calendar now for this great event. Event discount of 10% off all Corbin products purchased at the factory from June 26th - July 3rd, 2017!

JULY 2017

JULY 1 -2 34th Annual Trinity Lake Run LEWISTON Presented by United Bikers of Northern Ca-Shasta County.

Located at Stoney Creek Campground on Hwy 3 in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. Gates open at 12 noon on July 1-$20 Donation at the gate-Gold Card Members free. Come and enjoy the weekend with us camping and having a good time with good food and friends. Bike games & drawings. Refreshments will be available. For more information: Valerie (530) 604-0112 JULY 1 70th Anniversary Poker Run HOLLISTER Presented by Top Hatters Motorcycle Club-Hollister. Checkin at Paine’s Restaurant - 421 East Street. Check-in 9am to 12 Noon, $20 donation. Your donation will get you a Run Pin, Bar-B-Q meal. Music, 50/50 , High/Low hand. Help support our high school scholarship program. For more information: hog_rider_80@yahoo.com

JULY 2 Summer Bingo Fun Run VACAVILLE Presented by ABATE Local 17. Sign in at Straight Shooter’s - 1072 East Monte Vista Ave. 9am $5/per card.

Fun with bingo and riding. There will be 5 stops - pay out at each stop. Get as many cards as you want to play. Join ABATE the day of the run and ride for free. For more information: Glenn (707) 624-6310 JULY 7-9 10 Year Amazing Camp Komratto Freak Show MIDDLETOWN Presented by The Komratto Foundation. Located at 12475 State Highway 175. 2 nights camping, biker games, live music. Saturday 7/8: Moonshine Bandits - Don’t miss it! Tickets On Sale Now! 21 and over. For more information: (707) 483-6595 / www.campkomratto.com See flyer on Page 58 JULY 8 8th Annual American Legion Riders Post 119 Poker Run PLACERVILLE Presented by American Legion Riders Post 119 - 4561 Greenstone Rd. 9am-11am / $20 Registration (2 up $30) includes BBQ lunch. Come join us for an awesome summer ride in the Sierra Foothills. High/Low hand awards, Raffle and 50/50 Vendors and food. Chapter Challenge.

Run pins to first 150. Benefits Veterans and the American Legion. For more information: rgb@rgb1.com JULY 8 19th Annual Bikini Bike Wash & Motorcycle Swap Meet COLFAX Presented by Grand Fathers M/C No. Cal. The ClubHouse - 301 Railroad Ave. Noon Till ? Vendor spaces available.

For more information: Crunch (530) 613-0912 JULY 8 1st Annual Azorean Brothers MC Poker Run HAYWARD Presented by Azorean Brothers MC. Sign in at 2527 West Winton Avenue. 9am-11am. Come out and enjoy the day with the Azorean Brothers MC - Oakland. It’s gonna be a great ride and it’s gonna be good lunch. We will have shirts, raffle prizes and a prize for the one who wins the high and low hand. Lunch will be served at 1:30pm. For more information: Lucky (510) 258-8808 / Hot Rod (510) 3317417 / abmcoakland@gmail.com

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JULY 15-16 High Stakes Bracket Shootout SAMOA Wanted: ALL Motorcycle Racers! Located at Samoa Drag Strip. Racers $20 gate fee and $100 tech card.

Spectators $10 per day. It is going to be a full weekend of 2 wheel madness. Bike show, bike games, and racing.

For more information: James Surber (707) 923-2811 / sococycles@aol.com JULY 15 7th Annual 111 Mike Ride For Veterans AUBURN Presented by The Forgotten Soldier Program. Meet at C & E V-Twin - 12015 Shale Ridge Lane.

Registration 8am / $25 per person includes, poker hand, chapter challenge, live music, and BBQ. Ride starts at 9am. Ends at Elks Lodge - 518 State Hwy 49 in Nevada City. For more information: mhkorb@yahoo.com JULY 15 17th Annual Run to the Pines JAMESTOWN Presented by Jamestown HOG. Registration at Jamestown Harley-Davidson - 18275 Hwy 108.

0800-1500. $25 includes poker run and tri-tip dinner. Poker run to Dardanelle Resort for festivities. Prize for the group with most motorcycles. Door prizes and 50/50 raffle. Live band and dancing. 2017 Street Bob with Big Twin 103 engine to be raffled. Tickets are $20 each or 6 for $100.

Can be bought at Jamestown H-D or from Jamestown Ca HOG members. Need not be present to win. Open to the public. For more information: marvinworra@gmail.com JULY 15 American Legion Riders District 28 Summer Poker Run PRUNEDALE Presented by American Legion Riders District 28. Sign in at American Legion Post 593 - 8300 N. Prunedale. 9am - 10:30.

Donation $20/person $30/couple. High hand/low hand, 50/50, raffle, silent auction, food, and music. Supporting Veterans and remembering one of our own with silent auction proceeds go to Operation Freedom Paws in memory of our lost brother, Wayne Cloukey. All riders welcome. For more information: (408) 448-4784 / jolinsheba@sbcglobal.net.

JULY 15 Scavenger Hunt Run WILLITS Presented by Willits Wild Bunch. Registration at Recreation Grove - 400 E. Commercial Street. 9am.

Childrens clothing & $20. Follow clues to destinations along the highways and backroads of Mendocino County.

Answer questions about each location. Entries with all correct answers will be entered in a drawing for the grand prize of $100.00. BBQ, Music and Good times. Run will benefit the Foster Child Clothing Program. For more information: roadglidebandit@gmail.com JULY 15 Bikes, Boats & Bikinis VI STOCKTON Presented by Too Much Fun Club. Located at Windmill Cove – 7600 Windmill Cove. 2pm – 9pm. $10 per person. Bikini Contest – 1st Place receives $250. Vendors and Live Music from Brodie Stewart and Cylo. For more information: (209) 642TMFC / www.bikesboatsbikinis.com See flyer on Page 59 JULY 20-23 2nd Annual Highway 101 Motorcycle Rally & Campout TRINIDAD Located at Elk Country RV Resort & Campground – 216 Idlewood Lane. Registration $200. Poker Run, vendors live music every day. Moonshine Bandits, The Greg Golden Band, Skynnyn Lynnyrd, Zepparella. For more information: (775) 722-6476 / highway101run.com See flyer on Page 44 JULY 22 Christmas in July AUBURN Presented by COTAH. Sign in at C&E Indian 12015 Shale Ridge Lane. Low-Ball Poker Run sign in 10am-12pm. $20 donation per motorcycle all donations go to benefit the underprivileged children of the divide. Party to follow poker run at The Mtn. Club - 24620 Main Street in Foresthill. Live music, Door Prizes, 50/50, food and beverages available.

For more information: cotah@sebastaincorp.net JULY 23 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 26

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Remember Remember to to check check for for MORE MORE events events submitted submittedAFTER AFTER print print deadline deadline at at www.thunderroadsnorcal.com www.thunderroadsnorcal.com JULY 27-30 Hog Wild Coastal Rally OCEAN SHORES, WASHINGTON Located at Quinault Beach Resort & Casino – 78 State Route 115. 4 Days of Fun – Excitement –Music – Food and Vendors. Make reservations TODAY! $20 Raffle tickets to win an Indian Motorcycle!! For more information: (888) 461-2214 / www.hogwildqbrc.com / www. quinaultbeachresort.com See flyer on Page 26 JULY 30 3rd Annual Kanaka Hekili MC Oakland Hawaiian Luau NEWARK Presented by Kanaka Hekili MC Oakland Chapter. Located at Swiss Park. 12 - 6pm. Tickets Advance - $20 / $25 at the door. For more information: “T” / terry@tkmplumbing. com

AUGUST 2017

AUGUST 4-12 Sturgis Buffalo Chip BUFFALO CHIP, SOUTH DAKOTA The Largest Music Festival in motorcycling! Ozzy Osborne – Lynyrd Skynyrd – Shinedown – Blink 182 – George Thorogood – The Doobie Brothers – Blackberry Smoke – Alter Bridge and MORE! Get Your passes now – Concerts FREE with Camping! For more information: www.

BuffaloChip.com See flyer Back Cover AUGUST 5 Freedom Riders Nomads 4th Annual Hog Run NICE Presented by Freedom Riders Nomads. Sign up at Robinson’s Rancheria Casino and Resort at 9am. Ride leaves at Noon sharp for a scenic ride through Lake County then to HOG roast at Freedom RIDERS clubhouse in Lakeport. Lots of food, beverages, prizes. It’s a blast! For more information: Pritchie2010@yahoo.com AUGUST 12 Where Eagles Fly SAN JOSE Presented by Simply Good Works, Inc. Located at the Elks Lodge. 5:30- 10:30pm. Donation $45/ticket. Join us for a Special Patriotic Concert with the TCB Band Doors open at 5:30pm, Dinner begins at 6pm, Concert starts at 7:30pm . This 5th Annual Benefit is in support of the Wounded Warriors Project, the Independence Fund and Paws for Purple Hearts. For more information: Mike Brodick (408) 248-3044 / (408) 840-1694 / mbrodick@sbcglobal.net / SimplyGoodWorks.org See flyer on Page 59

AUGUST 12 Patriots MC 22nd Summer Event PRUNEDALE Presented by Patriots MC. Sign in at American Legion Post #593 - 8300 Prunedale North.

10am to Noon – Donation $15 per person includes 5 stop hand/high and low, 4th stop Rider Reward ticket, BBQ meal and live band. Also Famous Keg Toss, door prizes, 50/50, and Rider Reward prize. Vendors welcome, no fee. For more information: Frank (831) 636-5956 AUGUST 19 29th Annual Summer Run COTATI Presented by Redwood Empire Chapter HOG - Registration at Sonoma County Harley Davidson - 7601 Redwood Dr. 0800-1000/$15 per person. Poker run, ride pins to the first 300, music, raffle prizes, chapter challenge, vendors, ridein bike show, RECHOG quilt, food, and all the fun you can handle. Food options available. Benefits the Valley of the Moon Foundation. For more information: (707)793-9180 / summerrun@rechog.org / www.rechog.org/summer-run/ AUGUST 26 Vets Helping Vets Poker Run Shootout AUBURN Presented by Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association Sacramento 33-7. Sign-in at C&E Auburn Indian and V-Twin - 12015 Shale Ridge Lane. 9am-11am. $20/person includes meal, range time, entry to Museum of the Forgotten Warrior, plus 1 raffle ticket. This is not your typical Poker Run…you will use real weapons to shoot out your poker card target combat style! Benefits the Veterans Charity Ride. For more information: WARDOG (850) 543-4125 / JNR.McCarty@ Yahoo.com / www.CVMA33-7.NET

BIKE NIGHTS

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

EVERY TUESDAY FOLSOM United We Stand BIKE NIGHT Presented by Mark’s Sports Bar & Grill – 303 Iron Point Rd. 7:30pm-12:00am. Live Free Ride Free! Bike Nights! Drink specials, Food specials, DJ, Possible raffles as we progress, along with special guests. For more information: Lmosangels@gmail.com

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Remember to check for MORE events submitted AFTER print deadline at www.thunderroadsnorcal.com 1st WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH SACRAMENTO Sacramento HOG Monthly Social Presented by Sacramento Harley Owners Group – Elks Lodge #6 – 6446 Riverside Blvd. 6:30pm Do you ride a Harley-Davidson motorcycle? Do you like to ride and have fun? If yes, please come and join us for our monthly chapter social. For more information: Savannah Westbrook sav@hdsac.com 1st WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH (May-October) GRASS VALLEY Weiner Wednesday Bike Nite Presented by Sinbads Nor-Cal MC - 10474 Holcomb Dr. 6pm-9pm No Entry Fee. All riders welcome. $3 Jumbo hotdogs & Polish dogs - Drinks- Raffles - Pool - Darts - Pinball - Horseshoes - come on by and break up your week. For more information: Skovy (530) 798-3556 EVERY THURSDAY RANCHO CORDOVA BIKER CHURCH NIGHT Presented by Thunder Road Biker Church - 11257 Coloma Road #A6 7pm-8pm EVERY THURSDAY SACRAMENTO Presented by Misplaced Souls MC. Thursday Night Fun Night – 3412 Auburn Blvd. 1600 / Free Food. Join the MSMC for its Thursday Night get together. Free food, entertainment and great company. All like minded members of the community are welcome. The MSMC reserve the right to refuse access to who they choose.

For more information: spitshinemsmc@gmail.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 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 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 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 LAST FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH (Apr-Sept) FRESNO BIKE NIGHT Presented by Harley-Davidson of Fresno.

Located Buffalo Wild Wings – 3331 W. Shaw Ave. 6pm8pm. A portion of all food sales will go to the local UCP charity. For more information: casey@hdfresno.com / (559) 275-8586 EVERY SATURDAY SACRAMENTO Presented by Misplaced Souls MC. Open to the Biker Community – 3412 Auburn Blvd on Saturday nights / No Cover Charge. Come Join the MSMC and biker community where we enjoy fast bikes, cold drinks, and good food. For more information: Spit Shine (916) 2172508 / Beast (209) 781-6111.

1st SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH HISTORIC COLFAX PANCAKE BREAKFAST Presented Grand Fathers MC No Cal – Clubhouse 301 S. Railroad Street – 8:30am – 11am. Start your day out with the Grand Fathers MC! 1st SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH SACRAMENTO FREE PULLED PORK SANDWICHES Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am-2pm. Donations only. Ride on over for free pulled pork sandwiches while supplies last.

1st SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH LATHROP FREE PULLED PORK SANDWICHES Presented by Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson - 13900 Harlan Road. 11am-2pm. Out riding? Hungry? Ride on over to Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson and enjoy free pancakes & sausage while supplies last. All donations will benefit a local nonprofit.

2nd SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH SACRAMENTO $1 BEER / FREE HAMBURGERS Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am-2 pm. Donations only. Ride on over for free hamburgers and $1 beer while supplies last.

Please drink responsibly. Do not drink and ride.

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2nd SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH LATHROP FREE HAMBURGERS Presented by Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson - 13900 Harlan Road. 11am-2pm. Ride on over to Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson and enjoy free hamburgers while supplies last! All donations will benefit a local nonprofit 3rd SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH SACRAMENTO FREE CHILI DOGS Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am-2 pm. Donations only. Ride on over to enjoy free chili dogs while supplies last.

3rd SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH LATHROP FREE HOT DOGS Presented by Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson - 13900 Harlan Road. 11am -2pm. 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 BURGERS Presented by Harley-Davidson of Sacramento - 1000 Arden Way. 11am-2 pm. Donations only. Ride on over to enjoy free burgers while supplies last.

4th SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH LATHROP FREE NACHOS Presented by Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson - 13900 Harlan Road. 11am -2pm. Ride on over to Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson to enjoy free nachos while supplies last!

5th SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH (April/July/ Sept) LATHROP FREE LUNCH Presented by Eagle’s Nest Harley-Davidson - 13900 Harlan Road. 11am -2pm. Free Lunch! All proceeds benefit a local non-profit.

EVERY SUNDAY PENRYN MUSIC & MOTORCYCLES Presented by Valencia Club – 2162 Taylor Rd. 2pm-6pm Live music at Penryn’s historic roadhouse located between Sacramento and Auburn! (916) 663-0300

Reference: BF (Biker Friendly Directory) / MP (Marketplace)

Al The Wop’s............................................................................................................5 American Legion Ambulance..................................................................................50 Bikers Inner Circle.................................................................................................MP Billy’s Motorcycle Shop...........................................................................................24 Bones Roadhouse Bar & Grub...............................................................................52 Born 2 Win MC.......................................................................................................59 Brigance Roadhouse..............................................................................................22 Buffalo Chip.............................................................................................. BackCover C&E Auburn Indian &V-Twin...................................................................................21 Camp Komratto......................................................................................................58 Citrus Heights Victory.............................................................................................24 Clearlake Club Saloon & Sportsbar........................................................................45 Clinton’s Custom Cycle..........................................................................................20 Coyote Valley Casino.............................................................................................44 Custom Design Studios..........................................................................................21 CycleInsure Agency................................................................................................53 Dirtbag Cycles........................................................................................................31 Dolan’s Bar...............................................................................................................6 Double D Steak......................................................................................................45 Dudley Perkins Co..................................................................................................50 Eagle Iron and Leather...........................................................................................43 Eastside Public House.......................................................................................... BF Elkhorn Saloon.......................................................................................................22 Executive Choppers...............................................................................................22 E-Z Brake...............................................................................................................58 Fairing Plus............................................................................................................50 Featherbed Railroad Bed & Breakfast....................................................................45 Folsom Harley-Davidson...................................................................... 25 / Calendar Granzella’s..............................................................................................................20 HD Performance.....................................................................................................26 Harley-Davidson of Yuba City.................................................................................27 Harleymann Insurance Agency..............................................................................22 Heidi’s Outrigger Marina & Saloon...........................................................................5 Highway 101 Run...................................................................................................44 HK Cycles.................................................................................................................6 Hollister Powersports................................................................... Inside Front Cover Hood Suppy Company.............................................................................................5 Horse Power By Gerolamy.....................................................................................21 Humboldt Performance Cycle................................................................................21 Inn of the Lost Coast..............................................................................................45 Iron Steed H-D.......................................................................................................31 James Dean Rebel Design.....................................................................................20 Jim Wall Insurance Agency....................................................................................26 John Jessup’s Dream Rides...................................................................................28 Johnny’s Bar & Grill............................................................................................... BF Kenny’s Bar&Grill...................................................................................................52

Kirby Law..................................................................................................................1 Leatherworks..........................................................................................................12 Mack-Faulkner Real Estate................................................................................... BF Maberry-Martin Real Estate...................................................................................26 Miller Built Performance Cycles.............................................................................49 Mom & Pop’s Saloon............................................................................................. BF Nickell’s Customs.....................................................................................................6 NorCal Swap Meet.................................................................................................28 Omega Motorcycles...............................................................................................26 Orangevale Choppers............................................................................................20 Penngrove Motorcycle Company...........................................................................47 Performance Powercoating....................................................................................49 Quinault Beach Resort & Casino ...........................................................................26 Rack and Pull Industries...........................................................................................7 Redwood Harley-Davidson.....................................................................................33 Redwood Run.........................................................................................................48 Rick’s Automotive...................................................................................................22 Ride-On Motorcycles..............................................................................................22 Road Dog Cycle.....................................................................................................21 Roadshows........................................................................................................ 8 & 9 Road Trip Bar & Grill..............................................................................................27 Rushford & Bonotto Trial Lawyers..........................................................................58 Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys..........................................................................62 San Jose Hogwash................................................................................................43 Schapiro & Leventhal.............................................................................................43 SeatWorks..............................................................................................................22 Simply Good Works Raffle.....................................................................................59 Smoking Pig BBQ.....................................................................................................6 Sonoma County HD.................................................................................... EVENTS Spancky’s Bar........................................................................................................ BF Spirit Motorcycles.....................................................................................................7 Tattoo Betty’s..........................................................................................................53 T3 Design Studios.................................................................................................MP Thunder Road Biker Church...................................................................................23 Too Much Fun Club MC..........................................................................................59 Two Gunner Custom Iron.......................................................................................51 V Dawg Cycles.........................................................................................................6 Vallejo HAMC ........................................................................................................58 Valencia Club..........................................................................................................24 West Coast Leathers..............................................................................................52 Wild Bill Tattoo........................................................................................................20 Wimpy’s Marina........................................................................................................5 WindVest................................................................................................................43 Xtreme Motorsports ...............................................................................................28 Yuba City H-D / Teddy Bear....................................................................................28

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