Thunder Roads Virginia Magazine - May 2010

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CONTENTS LETTER FROM THE EDITOR
Greeting friends & fellow riders! It’s great to have
you all back with us again this month for this special
“Rolling Thunder” edition of Thunder Roads Virginia.
If you are just picking up our magazine for the 1st
Calendar Of Events............................................4 time, we hope that you enjoy this issue & invite you to
pick us up each & every month of the year at any of
the distribution locations found in our Biker Friendly
Proud To Be An American..............................8 Directory. Our BF’s (Biker Friendly places) know how
important it is for you to be able to locate businesses
that welcome bikers. They want you to know that
Hot Shots..............................................................12 they’re here for you, which is why they’re here with
us. Our advertiser’s financial support makes Thunder
Clubs & Organizations..................................23 Roads possible every month & keeps it FREE for you to
pick up a copy at any of our BF locations. Please visit
their shops often & tell them that you saw them here in
The Joker’s Wild..............................................28 Thunder Roads.
I’d like to share a portion of my letter this month with
information about a cause that I’ve known about for
Biker Friendly Directory..............................32 years but only recently has it brought new meaning to
me through my son Curtis who is on active duty with
NCOM News Bytes..........................................36 the U.S. Navy….Rolling Thunder:
“Rolling Thunder began in 1987 as a demonstration
to bring awareness to the plight of prisoners of war
On Eagle’s Wings.............................................39 (POW) and to those missing in action (MIA). Rolling
Thunder originated when four Vietnam Veterans,
exercising the First Amendment “Right to Petition
Advertisers Index..........................................44 and Assemble”, organized the first group of 2500
motorcycles to ride through the streets of Washington,
DC. This first Rolling Thunder run was made in an
attempt to petition the government to take responsibility
NATIONAL FOUNDERS
Toni McCoy Shearon & Brian Shearon for the soldiers that were abandoned after the Vietnam
1421 Chapmansboro Road War ended.
Chapmansboro, TN 37035 Today over 250, 000 motorcycles ride during the
Corporate Office: 615-792-0040
Fax: 615-792-7580 Rolling Thunder Memorial Day weekend observance,
e-mail: thunderroads@charter.net held each year in our nation’s capital. Rolling Thunder
has evolved to be not only a demonstration for the
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site www.rollingthundermotorcyclerally.com . I’ve
THUNDER ROADS MAGAZINE OR THUNDER PUBLISHING. PUBLISHER DOES NOT PRO-
MOTE THE ABUSE OF ALCOHOL OR OTHER DRUGS.
included a very interesting article in our Proud To Be An
American section of this issue that will enlighten many
of you & possibly bring new meaning to the phrase
“POW*MIA – You Are Not
Forgotten”.
Have a great month on
the road – hope to see
you all out there soon! Be
happy, stay well & safe
travels wherever your
roads may take you.
Peace
Kelly
EVENTS List your event free @ www.thunderroads-virginia.com
May 7th May 22nd

International Female Ride Day 2010 Appreciation Ride for Ricky “ Big Bird “ Holcomb
Ridgeway, VA Rain Date June 5th Saturday. After serious medical problems
May 8th Big Bird is BACK !!Gathering at : Big Bird’s Big Twins, 6537 Greensboro Road,
Rotary Rumble for Kids Ridgeway, VA 24148 Depart on ride at 1:00 pm. Donations Welcome. Questions :
Chesapeake Virginia Rotary Rumble for Kids - Chesapeake Virginia. The 276-956-5006 or email 1xharley@embarqmail.com
Rotary Club of Great Bridge and the Castaways Riding Club invites you to help in
providing much needed donations for six local children’s charities. Charities include May 22nd
Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Children’s Harbor Child Care, March of Dimes, YMCA, Beacons 3rd Annual K2K
& Edmarc Children’s Hospice. This ride will be a dice run traveling along country Virginia Beach, VA Beacons of Tidewater 3rd Annual Kidz 2 Kamp (K2K)
roads. We will have T shirts, a 50/50, auction and live entertainment by Long Shot. motorcycle ride to raise money for underprivelidged children to attend summer
Your $15.00 donation will get you coffee and bagels, a T-Shirt and a ride pin. For camps. All proceeds to benefit Capture the Dream Summer Camp and Camp
more information contact Mark Stearns at rumble@greatbridgerotary.org Hope Haven. Location: Bubba’s Deli and BBQ (next to the Farmers Market) at the
corner of Princess Anne and Damn Neck. Registration will start at 9:00 AM. There
May 8th will be lunch provided, trophies, door prizes and blessing of the bikes. Last year we
“Cruisin’ 4 A Flush” Poker Run raised over $3,700.00 and we have a goal this year of raising $5000.00. Please
Maurertown, VA Maurertown, VA--Join Shenandoah County Parks & Recreation come out and support this worthwhile event. Rain date will be 23 May 2010.
for this beautiful ride along Shenandoah County’s winding and scenic country
roads while supporting our youth programming! The “Cruisin’ 4 A Flush” Poker Run May 22nd
is a fundraiser for the dept. Event starts at Shenandoah County Park, 380 Park 4th Annual Robbie Green Charity Ride
Lane(Route 11), Maurertown, VA. Registration starts at 9:00am; last bikes out by Powhatan Virginia The Wings of Hope, Heaven’s Saints, and Living Wheels CMA
11:00am. Last bikes in by 3:00pm. Cookout and prizes awarded in the afternoon. Powhatan Chapter invite you to a day filled with great riding, good food, and music
Ride Distance: approx. 70 miles. $15/rider; $5/passenger. Additional poker hands for the whole family. The ride will start at River City Diner at 11430 West Huguenot
can be purchased for $10/hand. Raindate: May 15 (same times). For more Road, Midlothian VA. 23113 and ends at Powhatan Volunteer Fire Company 1,
information, contact Shenandoah County Parks & Recreation at 540-984-3030, 3971 Old Buckingham Road, Powhatan VA. 23139. Registration is $15 per bike
http://www.scpr.info, or scpr@shenandoahcountyVA.us. and is from 9:30am to 11am. Rain or Shine! 50/50, cash prizes, and awards will be
presented at the end of the ride. Proceeds going to Project Life Saver and Families
May 8th of the Wounded Fund. For more information call Ron at: 804-240-5664 or Rodney
Blue Heron Restaurant Bike Day at: 804-393-0528
Charles City, VA Blue Heron Restaurant(Rivers Rest Marina 9100 Wilcox Neck
Rd. Charles City,VA) and Capital City Chapter #165 of Southern Cruisers Riding May 22nd
Club are hosting a Bike Day to benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. May 8 from Red House VFD Poker Run
11:00 AM until 5:00 PM. 10% of proceeds during those hours will be donated to St. Red House, VA The Red House VFD will host its second annual poker run fund
Jude’s. Must present your guest receipt to server and ask that it be for St. Jude’s raiser. $10.00 per hand includes Bike Show that will award 1st, 2nd, and 3rd
trophies. Hot dogs with fixings. Registration will start at 9 AM. First bike out 9:30-
May 8th 9:45. Donations are welcome with all proceeds to benefit the Red House Volunteer
2nd Annual New Kent Bike FestiVAl Fire Department. Please contact Diane at at 434-610-0783 or 434-376-5582 for
Colonial Downs Racetrack, VA Free admission, Sat May 8th 10am - 6pm. more information 9467 Red House Rd, Red House VA.
Colonial Downs Racetrack, I-64 Exit 214. Sponsored by Blue Knights of VA
Chapter VIII. Family Event. No Alcohol. car Show. Bike Show. Poker Run. Free Anti May 29th
Theft ID Etching. Free Child Safety inspections. Motorcycle Skills demos. Food “Official Rolling Thunder XXIII Reunion Spot”
& Merchandise. Vendors. Live Music & More! For more info call (804) 627-2535. Fort Washington, MD Harley-Davidson of Washington, DC located in Fort
www.BKVA8.com Washington, MD will host the Official Rolling Thunder XXIII Reunion Spot on
Saturday, May 29th with free food while supplies last, entertainment, vendors,
May 8th the official Rolling Thunder Tshirts, pins and patches for sale, Rolling Thunder
Bike FestiVAl and Harley-Davidson MotorCompany Officials on site and MUCH MORE! www.
Providence Forge, VA Blue Knights of Virginia Chapter VIII is hosting the 2nd hdwash.com
Annual New Kent Bike FestiVAl at Colonial Downs Raceway, I-64 Providence
Forge, VA. on 5/08/10. Admission is Free! Bike Show with trophies, Car Show with May 30th
trophies, Live Bands, Motorcycle Skills Demos,Free Anti-Theft VIN Etching, Poker American Pride Yellow Ribbon Ride
Run, Food Merchandise and Dealer Vendors, Door Prizes. Ride In and Hang Out Fort Washington, MD Harley-Davidson of Washington, DC will have a Police
at this family event. All proceeds support local charities. See our website for more Escorted Ride leaving the dealership at 9 am. We will have free coffee and donuts,
info: http://www.BKVA8.com while supplies last and opening ceremonies. You don’t want to miss this! www.
hdwash.com
May 9th
Mother’s Day May 31st
Memorial Day
May 15th
Armed Forces Day – Thunder Roads Salutes all of the men & women of our Jun 5th
Armed Forces Ride Sure Ride Free Bike Party
Luray, VA 2 Poker Runs, Bike Show - cash & trophies, Silent Auctions,Celebrity
May 15th Guests, Babes, Vendors, Food, Bands. Over 15,000 bikes attended last year. Rain
Ride for Ride with Pride Poker Run date June 6th. www.outlanders.ws for updates
Fishersville, VA Cruiser Club USA , Chapter 08 will be holding their Inaugural
“Ride for Ride with Pride”. “Ride with Pride” helps challenged children and adults Jun 5th
overcome huge obstacles through horsemanship. Inaugural ride on May 15, 2009; HRHD HOG MDA Poker Run
Rain Date May 22, 2009. Starting/Ending @ Augusta County Community Center/ Yorktown, VA Hampton Roads Harley Davidson Harley Owners Group MDA Poker
Wilson Middle School, Fishersville, VA. First bike out at 10 a.m. $15.00 for 1st Run.
hand, second hand $5.00. Food, prizes, vendors. Early registration guarantees Starts 0800. 1st Bike out 0900. Five stops about 90 miles 2 hours. Last bike out
an event T-shirt. To register or for more information visit the www.CCUSA08.org 1100
website or email Sunny@ccusa08.org. Vendors please visit the website. Music by Crazy X Band 1030 to 1430. York County Fire & Life Safety Equipment
display. 1130 to 1300. Hobby Town display 1100 to 1300. 50/ 50 drawing @ 1500
May 15th All of this fun @ Hampton Roads Harley Davidson HOG pen on June 5, 2010
Famous Dave’s Bike Day 6450 George Washington Mem. Hwy. Yorktown, Virginia 23692. Contact Mike
Glen Allen, VA Famous Dave’s (VA Center Commons) 10085 Brook Road Glen Sandefur. 757-532-6252. HarleyMike61@verizon.net
Allen,VA. and Capital City Chapter #165 of Southern Cruisers Riding Club are
hosting a Bike Day to benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. May 15 from 11:00 AM June 6th
until 5:00 PM. 10% of proceeds during those hours will be donated to St. Jude’s. Summer Splash Poker Run
Must present your guest receipt to server and ask that it be for St. Jude’s. Ocean City, MD Eastern Shore HOG Chapter Poker Run, Registration 9 a.m.
to noon, $10 per person, free pins to first 300. Top prize $300 (based on 300
May 22nd entries), door prizes, food by Red Knights, 50/50, music, prizes for furthest HOG
Recovery For Kid’s Poker Run Chapter, extra card with Operation We Care donation, all motorcycles welcome, no
Virginia Beach, VA Poker run to start & end at Sam’s Club 3345 Virginia Beach alcohol please, benefits Ride Across Md., Spuck & Lib Scholarship Fund, chapter
Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA 23452. Registration from 12:30pm to 2pm. 1st bike out operating fund. www.easternshorehog.com
at 1:30pm. Grand prize for Best hand is LCD Television! 2 other nice prizes will be
awarded for 2nd Best & Worst Hand. All money raised will go to Recovery for Kids June 11th & 12th
which helps at-risk children of struggling addicts. Bonus-Sam’s Club will be holding 15th Annual South Central Bike Fair
their Grand Opening on site all day - after the run, enjoy a Car Show, Music, food Chase City, VA Debuting Working Man’s Biker Build-off - Kent’s Kustom Cycles
& fun. Raffles are for registered riders & passengers only - there’s some nice doors vs. Route 6 Cycles vs. Moody Motorsicles. Friday:Gates Open 2pm- Hot Rod/Bike
prizes too. Contact is Chad (757) 631-9791 Rain date is Sun 5/23. CRUZ-IN w/ Live Music, vendors. Saturday: Bike Fair, Rodeo, & Poker Run, 25
class Bike Show--Burnout-Pit, Rodeo--50/50--Contests--Poker Run, Vendors—
Tattoos, Live Music. $5 Donation for Poker Run $5 Donation for Bike Show. $15
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Weekend General Admission or $10 per day coolers welcome – camping – BYOB, stopping to pick up special coupons at local businesses (you don’t even have to
food & drinks aVAilable. www.southcentralbikefair.com. Both events held @ Chase get off your bike). Collect all your coupons, cross the finish line within 90-minutes
City VFD Training Grounds 534 Jonbil Road - Chase City , Virginia 23924. For of your start time, and you qualify for a special drawing with prices, free t-shirts,
more info call (434)372-0092 or (434) 210-0325, thethomases4@verizon.net . and more. From 10:30 to Noon there will be an All-You-Can-Eat - Ice Cream
Benefiting the Chase City Volunteer Fire Dept. Social, sponsored by Turkey Hill Ice Cream and WYYD, who will also be providing
a live concert, all the ice cream you want or can eat and a fun day for the entire
June 12th family! Registration is open from 8:00 to 8:45 a.m on Sat. June 26 at Riverfront
10th annual Edmarc Hospice for Children Poker Ride Park, downtown Lynchburg, VA, but spots are limited, so register online at www.
Portsmouth, VA The American Cruisers Motorcycle Club Chapter 54 would like riverfrontchallenge.com. The registration fee is $15.00 for motorcyclists, $5.00 for
to invite the biker community to the 10th annual Edmarc Hospice for the Children extra passenger. Kickstands are up promptly at 9:00 for this fun, timed event. There
Poker Ride. At Roger Brown’s Restaurant and Bar Ports, VA. Buffet breakfast will be route sheets, several route options, and lots of fun places to see and visit.
before a 90+ mile ride and back for bunch (included in registration fee). 100% of So choose your riding partners, drive safely, and have a blast! There will also be
the proceeds go to Edmarc Hospice. Registration starts at 8:30 am. Cost $15.00 runs, walks, and bicycle rides going on downtown and something for kids, families,
rider & $10.00 Pass. Please contact Gino Blackwell 729-4685 or E-mail at gino_ and adults. Please bring the whole family and enjoy a “Day at the Riverfront”.
acmc54@verizon.net
June 26th
Jun 12th Smithfield Olden Days
Rallyin The VAlley 6 Smithfield, VA Olden Days June 25 6-9 pm 26- 10-10 pm in Smithfield VA is
Staunton, VA At Shenandoah Harley-Davidson in Staunton, VA. Food, Vendors, a wonderful destination for all bikers. Crafters, BBQ Contest, Food, Music,
Cold Beverages and Live Music Saturday. Food and vendors open at noon, live Pagan River Homemade Raft Race, Dunk Tank, Antique Cars, Hot Rods, Bikes,
music starts 2 p.m. with 6 top, local bands playing rock, southern rock, country, Rhondells play Friday night on Main Street in downtown Historic Smithfield. Full
metal until approx. 10 p.m. Demo Rides will be aVAilable. Point Series Bike Show day of fun with so much to do and see. While you are here for the event you can
Sunday the 13th, hosted by Bike & Rider Productions. Along with vendors, food stroll through our wonderful shops and antique and art and fun stuff. contact Terry
and cold beverages. Live Music starts at 1 p.m. on Sunday, event wraps up 5 p.m. Thompson 757-357-2214 tthompson@iwus.net
Sunday June 13th. Free admission.
June 27th
Jun 12th US Military Vets M/C, VA Beach Chapter, Vets Helping Vets Ride - Virginia
Blue Heron Restaurant Bike Day Beach, VA The US Military Vets M/C annual ride to support the VA Beach
Charles City, VA Blue Heron Restaurant(Rivers Rest Marina 9100 Wilcox Neck Rd. VetsHouse. The VetsHouse is a place for homeless Vets to stay while getting their
Charles City,VA) and Capital City Chapter #165 of Southern Cruisers Riding Club lives back together. It is supported solely by donations. Please Come out, enjoy the
are hosting a Bike Day to benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Jun 12th 8 from ride, and feel better knowing that you helped someone in need that once fought
11:00 AM until 5:00 PM. 10% of proceeds during those hours will be donated to St. for you. The times and locations are TBD. Please contact Ragman at ragman@
Jude’s. Must present your guest receipt to server and ask that it be for St. Jude’s usmvmcVAbch.org FMI. http://usmvmcVAbch.org
June 13th July 4th
Dirt Drags @ Slade’s Park Independence Day – Happy Birthday America!
Surry, VA Gates open 9 a.m. Admission $15, kids under 10 not racing are FREE.
Free vendor setup - please call 1st. Trophies & Cash-All Classes. Top Fuel at Jul 10th
it’s Best-Pro Gas/Dirt Bikes. No Colors - No Glass - No Dogs!!! For info call Joe Blue Heron Restaurant Bike Day – Charles City, VA
Brookman (804)221-3959. Rain date June 27th Blue Heron Restaurant(Rivers Rest Marina 9100 Wilcox Neck Rd. Charles
City,VA) and Capital City Chapter #165 of Southern Cruisers Riding Club are
June 14th hosting a Bike Day to benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Jul 10th from
Flag Day 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM. 10% of proceeds during those hours will be donated
to St. Jude’s. Must present your guest receipt to server and ask that it be for
Jun 18th – 20th St. Jude’s
5th Annual Iron Titans Motorcycle Rally/Swap Meet
Tazwell, VA Tazewell County Fairgrounds Tazewell, VA Motorcycle, car & truck Jul 17th
show, burn out pit, motorcycle/dirt bike & ATV rodeo, tattoo artist, vendors, Ms. Poker Run
Iron Titan beauty pageant, poker run & bug run, live band, swap meet, 50/50, Richmond, VA The American Legion Riders Post 74 is sponsoring a Poker Run
raffles, prizes and contest through out the rally. Tent and RV camping/public on July 17, 2010 support the Dining Out Program at McGuire VA Medical Center
showers. Proceeds benefit the Shriners Hospitals for Children-Greenville, SC. AMA in Richmond, VA. the run starts at the American Legion Post 74 at 3025 Louisa
sanctioned. Tazewell County Fairgrounds Tazewell, VA Rd. Keswick, VA 22947. Registration is from 9:00am-11:00am. Cost is $20.00 for
rider. $10.00 for passenger. extra hand is $10.00.1st prize is $100.00. 2nd prize
Jun 19th is $75.003rd prize is $50.00 Contact info is Scott Selzer 434-531-2030 or Willie
Poker Run and Custom Chopper Raffle Barnett 434-293-4846
Yorktown, VA 9th Annual “Ride for the Cure” Poker Run and Raffle to Benefit
Susan G. Komen for the Cure Tidewater-Registration 8:30-10:00 AM @ Hampton Jul 17th
Roads HD-Yorktown, VA Famous Dave’s Bike Day
Glen Allen, VA Famous Dave’s (VA Center Commons) 10085 Brook Road Glen
Jun 19th Allen,VA. and Capital City Chapter #165 of Southern Cruisers Riding Club are
Famous Dave’s Bike Day hosting a Bike Day to benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Ju1 17th from 11:00
Glen Allen, VA Famous Dave’s (VA Center Commons) 10085 Brook Road Glen AM until 5:00 PM. 10% of proceeds during those hours will be donated to St.
Allen,VA. and Capital City Chapter #165 of Southern Cruisers Riding Club are Jude’s. Must present your guest receipt to server and ask that it be for St. Jude’s.
hosting a Bike Day to benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Jun 19th from 11:00
AM until 5:00 PM. 10% of proceeds during those hours will be donated to St. Jul 17th
Jude’s. Must present your guest receipt to server and ask that it be for St. Jude’s. Ft.VAlley F.D. & IAFF Local 4783 Poker Run
Ft VAlley, VA Benefits training funds for both departments Saturday - July
June 24th – 26th 17, 2010. Begins and ends at Ft. VAlley Vol. Fire Dept. Ride through scenic
Virginia State H.O.G. Rally Shenandoah VAlley, 7088 Ft. VAlley Road. Lunch provided (13:00PM-4:30PM)
Chesapeake, VA. Come celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Virginia State with live band. Ft. VAlley, VA 22652. Cash payout: Best hand-$200.00 / Worst
H.O.G. Rally in Chesapeake, VA. Chesapeake is an undiscovered Natural Wonder hand-$100.00. Questions: 540-335-5927 or 540-481-0055. Door Prizes. Rain Date
Waiting to be explored! You have the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, Chesapeake 07/24/2010. Onsite Registration: starts at 9:30 AM. Last Bike out at 11:30AM-Last
Arboretum, Skate Park, Planetarium, Veterans’ Memorial, Deep Creek Lock Park, bike in at 4:00PM
Dismal Swamp Canal Trail, Fun Forest, Wildlife Refuge, Civil War Trails and much
more. The rally is located in the heart of the amazing Hampton Roads region which Jul 18th
means adventures and outdoor activities from ocean to river to trails and way, way Dirt Drags @ Slade’s Park
beyond. Come enjoy great riding opportunities, good time with friends, indoor bike Surry, VA Gates open 9 a.m. Admission $15, kids under 10 not racing are FREE.
show, wonderful opening ceremonies, aircraft carrier tours and best of all...if you Free vendor setup - please call 1st. Trophies & Cash-All Classes. Top Fuel at
pre-register by May 6, 2010 your name will be entered into the drawing for the it’s Best-Pro Gas/Dirt Bikes. No Colors - No Glass - No Dogs!!! For info call Joe
Grand Prize! We will be giving away a 2010 Harley-Davidson Nightster. You must Brookman (804)221-3959. Rain date Jul 25th
be pre-registered and you must be at closing ceremonies. NO EXCEPTIONS!
Don’t fret the summer heat. We’ve got you covered with rally activities and indoor Jul 24th
bike show at the Chesapeake Convention Center located next door to the rally’s 3rd Annual Allstate Bike Bash
host hotel. Get ready for some fantastic awards. After all, it is “The Roaring 20th” Richmond, VA 3rd Annual Allstate Bike Bash July 24, 2010 3-7 PM Hosted by
rally and you’ll want to be part of history! Got questions? Visit the rally website or Bolling Agency Sponsored by Pharaoh Souls MC and Likuid Glass Car Audio
simply call (757) 471-3669. If no answer, leave a name and phone number and Located at Hadads Park 7900 Osborne Turnpike Richmond, VA 23231 $20
your call will be returned within 24 hours. admission includes park entrance and food. Please contact 804-452-0800 or 804-
721-7727 for more info
June 26th
Riverfront (Ice Cream) Challenge
Lynchburg, VA A Motorcycle Run with a twist and a lot of Ice Cream!!! You will
have 90-minutes to Ride through Lynchburg, and Campbell and Bedford Counties,

Aug 7th Sept 19th

New Model Year Open House Dirt Drags @ Slade’s Park
Fort Washington, MD Harley-Davidson of Washington, DC in Fort Washington, MD will Surry, VA Gates open 9 a.m. Admission $15, kids under 10 not racing are FREE. Free
have their annual New Model Year Open House on August 7th. Free food, while supplies vendor setup - please call 1st. Trophies & Cash-All Classes. Top Fuel at it’s Best-Pro Gas/
last, entertainment, activities, sales, new bikes on display and MUCH MORE! www. Dirt Bikes. No Colors - No Glass - No Dogs!!! For info call Joe Brookman (804)221-3959.
hdwash.com Rain date Sept 26th
Aug 9th – 15th Sept 25th

Sturgis Motorcycle Rally “Ride the Raceway”
Sturgis, SD http://www.sturgismotorcyclerally.com Richmond, VA Attention riders, this years March of Dimes Bikers For Babies event will
be “Ride the Raceway” for the Babies. That’s correct you heard right, we will ride our
Aug 11th – 15th Motorcycles around the Richmond International Raceway. More information to follow,
7th Annual East Coast Sturgis Rally Motorcycle Rally on Apple Mountain – Little Orleans, sponsorship and vendor aVAilabilities. Contact Mark MulVAney, Ride Chairman, 757-961-
Western Maryland Featuring Live Music by Kashmir – Ghostriders (featuring former 2080 or Mark@harborg.com
members of the Outlaws, Pure Prairie League & Artimus Lyle Band) – The Night Hawks.
Bike Mike Griffin. Ashes Remain. Citizens Band Radio. Route 66. Strikkin. Jetstream. Oct 9th
Unruly Blues. 2 Stages – 10 bands. Motorcycle Stunt Shows. Special Local Biker Blue Heron Restaurant Bike Day
Attractions. Rolling Mountains Poker Run Scenic Motorcycle Rides. Camping. Bike Charles City, VA Blue Heron Restaurant(Rivers Rest Marina 9100 Wilcox Neck Rd.
Show. Vendors. Motorcycle Demolition Derby. Tattoo Contest. Field Events. Partying Charles City,Va) and Capital City Chapter #165 of Southern Cruisers Riding Club are
and MORE. This is the best place in the East to unwind, relax or party hard! East Coast hosting a Bike Day to benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Oct 9th from 11:00 AM until
Sturgis is surrounded by 40,000 acres of uninhabited mountains, oh yea and a bar. For 5:00 PM. 10% of proceeds during those hours will be donated to St. Jude’s. Must present
years motorcyclists have enjoyed the wilderness camping and mountain road riding of your guest receipt to server and ask that it be for St. Jude’s
Apple Mountain. You’re invited to be a part of a new tradition – The East Coast Sturgis
Celebration Rally. Advance Tickets, Prime campsites: Wed thru Sunday – 5 days - Oct 10th
$40…$50 at the gate. Friday thru Sunday – 3 days - $30…$40 at the gate. No one day Dirt Drags @ Slade’s Park
rate. Info & reservations (301) 478-3421. Discount tickets online. www.eastcoaststurgis. Surry, VA Gates open 9 a.m. Admission $15, kids under 10 not racing are FREE. Free
com. No colors. No ATVs. No Kids. No Dogs. Good Food. Cold Beer. Great Times vendor setup - please call 1st. Trophies & Cash-All Classes. Top Fuel at it’s Best-Pro Gas/
Dirt Bikes. No Colors - No Glass - No Dogs!!! For info call Joe Brookman (804)221-3959.
Aug 14th Rain date Oct 17th
Blue Heron Restaurant Bike Day
Charles City, VA Blue Heron Restaurant(Rivers Rest Marina 9100 Wilcox Neck Rd. Oct 16th
Charles City,Va) and Capital City Chapter #165 of Southern Cruisers Riding Club are Famous Dave’s Bike Day
hosting a Bike Day to benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Aug 14th from 11:00 AM until Glen Allen, VA Famous Dave’s (Va Center Commons) 10085 Brook Road Glen Allen,Va.
5:00 PM. 10% of proceeds during those hours will be donated to St. Jude’s. Must present and Capital City Chapter #165 of Southern Cruisers Riding Club are hosting a Bike Day to
your guest receipt to server and ask that it be for St. Jude’s benefit St.
Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Oct 16th from 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM. 10% of proceeds during
Aug 14th those hours will be donated to St. Jude’s. Must present your guest receipt to server
Pamplin Vol. Fire and EMS Annual Poker Run and ask that it be for St. Jude’s
Pamplin City, VA Pamplin Volunteer Fire & EMS will host its annual Poker Run fundraiser
in efforts to raise the resources needed to continue to provide rescue service for the Oct 30th
counties of Appomattox, Charlotte and Prince Edward Counties as well as the Town of Halloween Open House & Fashion Show
Pamplin. $10 Per Hand. Bike Show and Bike Rodeo. Auction. Children Activities. *New Fort Washington, MD Make sure to come out to Harley-Davidson of Washington, DC’s
this year Antique Car Show* First Bike out at 9:00 AM - Last Bike out 11:00 AM. Enjoy Halloween Open House and Fashion Show! Costume contest with cash prizes, candy
this 89 mile ride through scenic Prince Edward County, with 5 stops all at neighboring for the kids, fashion show, sales and much more! Located in Fort Washington, MD. www.
departments and an extra card at the return stop. Location: Pamplin, VA at Pamplin Vol. hdwash.com
Fire & EMS Fire Department. Contact Info: www.pamplinfire.com E-mail: company3@
pamplinfire.com, Telephone #: Leslie Cheatham - 434-352-2923 Bob Card, Jr. - 434-664- Nov 7th
851l, Eli Harrison - 434-664-7186 Daylight Savings Time Ends – Fall back…set your clocks back 1 hour!
Aug 15th Nov 11th

Dirt Drags @ Slade’s Park Veteran’s Day
Surry, VA Gates open 9 a.m. Admission $15, kids under 10 not racing are FREE. Free
vendor setup - please call 1st. Trophies & Cash-All Classes. Top Fuel at it’s Best-Pro Gas/ November 13th
Dirt Bikes. No Colors - No Glass - No Dogs!!! For info call Joe Brookman (804)221-3959. 3rd Annual Wreath Ride
Rain date Aug 29th Outer Banks HOG Chapter and The Sgt. Mac Memorial Foundation present the third
Annual Wreath Ride to Benefit the National Wreath Project. The foundation was formed
Aug 21st by the parents of Marine Sgt. Eric McColley, killed on February 17, 2006. The National
Famous Dave’s Bike Day Wreath Project began on Christmas Day 2006, when the McColley family placed 515
Glen Allen, VA Famous Dave’s (Va Center Commons) 10085 Brook Road Glen Allen,Va. wreaths in Quantico National Cemetery where their son is interred. In 2009 the project
and Capital City Chapter #165 of Southern Cruisers Riding Club are hosting a Bike Day placed 3300 wreaths in Quantico National Cemetery and Soldiers National Cemetery in
to benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Aug 21st from 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM. 10% of Gettysburg, PA. This year will mark the 5th wreath placement and the foundations goal is
proceeds during those hours will be donated to St. Jude’s. Must present your guest receipt to increase the number of wreaths placed to 5000 in three National Cemeteries. For further
to server and ask that it be for St. Jude’s information please visit http://www.sgtmac.org
Aug 28th Nov 25th

Ride for the Warriors III Thanksgiving Day
Yorktown, VA Yorktown, VA The Brothers In Arms MC-Yorktown Chapter is hosting a
ride to benefit the Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund. The Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund provides Dec 11th
financial support for the dependents of United States military personnel lost in performance Christmas Open House & Santa
of their duty, benefits the Center for the Intrepid, a world-class state-of-the-art physical Fort Washington, MD Come to Harley-Davidson of Washington, DC in Fort Washington,
rehabilitation center that serves military personnel who have been catastrophically disabled MD and check out the Christmas Open House! Free pics with Santa! Free food while
in operations in Iraq and Afghanistan, and veterans severely injured in other operations supplies last, sales and much more! www.hdwash.com
and in the normal performance of their duty, and the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury
(TBI). For additional details go to www.biamc-yorktown.com. Dec 25th
Christmas Day
Sept 11th
Blue Heron Restaurant Bike Day
Charles City, VA Blue Heron Restaurant(Rivers Rest Marina 9100 Wilcox Neck Rd.
Charles City,Va) and Capital City Chapter #165 of Southern Cruisers Riding Club are
hosting a Bike Day to benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Sept 11th from 11:00 AM until
5:00 PM. 10% of proceeds during those hours will be donated to St. Jude’s. Must present
your guest receipt to server and ask that it be for St. Jude’s
Sept 12th
Grandparents day
Sept 18th
Famous Dave’s Bike Day
Glen Allen, VA Famous Dave’s (Va Center Commons) 10085 Brook Road Glen Allen,Va.
and Capital City Chapter #165 of Southern Cruisers Riding Club are hosting a Bike Day
to benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Sept 18th from 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM. 10% of
proceeds during those hours will be donated to St. Jude’s. Must present your guest receipt
to server and ask that it be for St. Jude’s

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Proud To Be An American
Doc’s Easter Basket Story March 31, 2010
On Easter my husband and I take an Easter basket to the Wall in Washington, DC. My husband, Mike “Doc” Spresser
was a combat medic and forward observer stationed at Camp Carroll, a 1/4 mile off the DMZ. One of the very few fond
memories he has of his time there was Easter morning. The day before Easter he went around the base and collected
small amounts of money from all the men. He got up early Easter morning and got a case of grenades and wrote money
amounts on each of the grenades. He then went through the base and hid them. When he was done, he woke all the
guys and told them it was time for an Easter egg hunt. He explained what he had done and that whoever found the most
eggs would get the most money. He also told them that he pulled a pin on one of the grenades, so watch out (my hus-
band’s sense of humor!). He received such joy watching the guys running around the base using their helmets as baskets
that for a short time there was no war, no enemy, and no terror. He’ll never forget that moment he brought them. A lot of
those men did not come home. So we go to them, to the Wall, to remind them of that silly time. We always put Easter
eggs in it and also things in it that Mike would get sent to him at the front line. Simple things that meant a lot at the time,
deck of cards, sardines, comb, pack of cigs., can of coke, ivory soap (it didn’t leave a scent, so the v.c. didn’t smell him)
etc. And so it goes on; as Easter comes we honor and remember his friends, his comrades, his brothers. God speed til
he meets all of you again. I know all of you help him get through each and everyday and I thank you from the bottom of
my heart because I know that you know he gave you his all even though he doesn’t know it. Doc is an original member of
Rolling Thunder® Inc.
Doc Spresser’s Easter Basket image and story from his wife Marian.
Doc is an original member of Rolling Thunder® Inc.
Photo by Patrick J. Hughes

Memory Mate Photo www.patrickjhughes.org www.patrickjhughes.net
God Bless America

Proud To Be An American
9407 Livingston Rd.
Ft Washington, MD 20744
P: 301-248-1200
PRESS RELEASE
Tammy Saberan
Marketing Director
301-274-5080.ext.14S
Rolling Thunder® XXIII
3/19/10 Ft Washington, MD. Rolling Thunder® is a cause that Harley-Davidson of Washington,

DC holds near to their hearts. The actual concept of Rolling Thunder® is to create awareness
across the Nation of She POW’s and MIA’s of past and present who have fought and given their
ISves for our freedom. Harley-Davldson of Washington, DC has been proud to be associated with
Rolling Thunder® for the past 17 years. They will once again host the “reunion spot” for riders who
want to come out arid show their support.
Events for this cause take ptace Memorial Day Weekend. On Saturday. May 29th, at Harley-
Davidson of Washington, DC, you’ll find free food and drinks, while supplies last. being served
at 11 am, music, tattoo artists, many different vendors as well as DAV’s Harley’s Heroes. Harley-
Davidson Officials, Rolling Thunder® Officials and much more. Harley-Davidson of Washington,
DC also has the official Rolling Thunder® t-shirts.pins and patches, wtth proceeds going to Rolling
Thundery Inc. This reunion will take place from 10 am to 4 pm, providing a location for riders to
come together and discuss the game plan for the next day.
On Sunday, in years past, between 5,000 and 10,000 riders gather at Harley-Davidson of
Washington, DC at 8 am for free coffee and donuts. The American Pride Yellow Ribbon Ride leaves
with a Police Escort to the Pentagon parking lot, where they unite with riders from across the world
to honor the event with festivities.
If you’re coming from out of town and would tike to participate, there are numerous hotels in the DC
metropolitan area available for you, along with maps that show how to get to Harley-Davidson of
Washington, DC. Visit our website, www.hdwash.com and click on the Rolling Thunder® link, where
you can find this information. Call the Marketing Department at 301-274-5080 ext. 145 for further
information.

Over the next couple of months, I’ll be sharing with you some information about a truly unique organization called JPAC.
Up until a few months ago, I never even knew that they existed until I received a call from my son, PR2 Curtis Matthews
who is on active duty in the U.S. Navy, that he was doing something special for the military. This is the 1st part of the
JPAC story & I hope that you’ll join us for upcoming issues as you learn more & more about this special group who, in my
book, has put a new meaning to the phrase: POWs * MIAs…You Are Not Forgotten. ~ Kelly ~
The mission of the Joint POW/MIA Accounting Command (JPAC) is to achieve the fullest possible accounting of all
Americans missing as a result of the nation’s past conflicts. The highest priority of the organization is the return of any liv-
ing Americans that remain prisoners of war. To date, the U.S. Government has not found any evidence that there are still
American POWs in captivity from past U.S. conflicts.
JPAC is located on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. The command was activated on Oct. 1, 2003, created from the merger of
the 30-year-old U.S. Army Central Identification Laboratory, Hawaii, and the 11-year-old Joint Task Force - Full Account-
ing. Commanded by a flag officer, JPAC is manned by approximately 400 handpicked Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines
and Department of the Navy civilians. The laboratory portion of JPAC, referred to as the Central Identification Laboratory
(CIL), is the largest forensic anthropology laboratory in the world.
JPAC also maintains three permanent overseas detachments to assist with command and control, logistics and in-country
support during investigation and recovery operations. They are Detachment One located in Bangkok, Thailand, Detach-
ment Two in Hanoi, Vietnam and Detachment Three in Vientiane, Laos. JPAC has a fourth detachment, Detachment Four,
located at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, responsible for recovery team personnel when they are not deployed.
The Joint POW/MIA Accounting Command

310 Worchester Avenue, Bldg. 45
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii 96853-5530
808.448.1934
1.866.913.1286
PAO_Mail@jpac.pacom.mil
JPAC now has an international toll-free telephone number. Dial 1-866-913-1286 to call JPAC free of charge. This line is
available to all, but is specifically designed for those who may have information relating to missing Americans. JPAC has
linguists on staff for most countries where MIAs are believed to be located who are available to interpret for callers who do
not speak English.
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Let’s do Lunch!
Ladies – How about getting together with the girls
for a little riding & a nice lunch? In honor of Women
Riders Month during the month of May, Southside
Harley Davidson, 385 North Witchduck Rd in Virginia
Beach, is cooking up some good eats & treats for
the ladies on Saturday May 8th. The riding fun will
begin with a Meet & Greet down at the Oceanfront at
DIVA Customs, 501 Virginia Beach Blvd in Virginia
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Saturday, June 5th 12:00-5:00PM
Sloan Wolf
Burnt Mill Band
Acoustic Thunder
À Bike Builders À Morning Poker Run
À Bike Show Cash & Prizes À Afternoon Poker Run
À Freedom Bar À Historic Interpreters
GIRLS OF BIKER BEAUTIES BLESSING OF THE BIKES
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS NO COVER CHARGE

12:00 Blessing of the Bikes FOOD, DRINKS, VENDORS
12:15 Burnt Mill Band
12:45 Silent Auction
Donations for Freedom Alliance

Rain Date: Sunday, June 6th
4768 US Highway 211 West, Luray, VA (4 miles west of Luray Caverns)
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Bikers for Tykes & Troops
In Virginia Beach, fun and charity went hand in
hand at GEICO’s fifth annual Bikers for Tykes &
Troops Motorcycle Rally and Concerts. The event
drew more than 1,000 people and raised more than
$50,000 to donate to the Children’s Hospital of The
King’s Daughters (CHKD) and the United Service
Organization of Hampton Roads and Central Virginia
(USOHR).
The success in this event and the amount raised
would not have been possible without our main
sponsors: Eagle 97.3, Ocean Breeze Waterpark,
Diesel Rock n’ Country Bar, and Yamaha. Additional
support was received by KOA Kampground, Thun-
der Roads Magazine, Texas Roadhouse, Red Robin
Gourmet Burgers, Holiday Trav-L Park, Fastlane
Biker Gear & Accessories, D & D Import Cycles, Pre-
cision Motorcycle, and George & Son Plumbing.
The event had something for everyone who at-
tended. Wing-eating contests, wrestling demonstra-
tions and cornhole challenges were among the many
events that kept participants busy. Live perfor-
mances from our local bands Suburban Key Party,
The Mike Proffitt Band, Dave Cynar, Tailgate Down,
Bullwinkle 757, and Rock Star Parking plus national
country artist Lee Brice had the event rockin’ the
entire weekend.

More than 350 bikers participated in the USOHR’s annual Freedom Ride, earning the chance to win a 2008 Harley
Davidson XL883. There was a Tattoo Contest organized by Virginia Beach Ink, a Bikini Contest by the International Bikini
Team and best bike contests with one special participant. One young boy entered his bicycle into the contest and after
hours of polishing his bike and working the crowd he was pleased to win the 2010 Best Bicycle Award, the highlight of
many people’s weekend.
“2010 has been a challenging year for non-profits to fundraise and maintain corporate sponsorships,” said GEICO Pub-
lic Affairs Coordinator Toiya Sosa. “That makes our event vital to the fundraising efforts for the USOHR and CHKD. This is
our way of giving back.”
“It gives us a tremendous sense of pride knowing that we are making a difference right here in our community,” said
Powersports Product Analyst Heather McDonald, Bikers for Tykes & Troops coordinator. “All the hard work is worth it
when the event comes together and we’re able to see what’s been accomplished.”
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ABATE of Virginia
welcomes all riders to join in the fight to protect your rights. No matter what you Christian Motorcyclist Association Northern Virginia Chapter 348 www.
ride, we want YOU! For more information contact Sharon Keaton at 540-937-3924 nvcrcma.com NVCR meets 3rd Sat each month @ Old Country Buffet in Manassas
or CulpeperSharon@Gmail.com. Stay on top of the latest ABATE news and events @ 9:00 am, President – Rick Saunders, nvcrmail@msn.com Richmond, Va.
by visiting www.ABATEofVA.com. 23230. Mike Walton, President (804) 514-9123 meetings come out and ride with
us anyway. It’s not about the meetings. For more information on meetings or rides
ABATE Coalfield Riders Chapter ( Grundy , VA ) meets 7PM every 2nd please contact our chapter president, Mark Johnson, at president@star440.org or
Saturday at Caleb & Melissa's garage, Deel Fork, Grundy , VA 24614-9600 . go the www.star440.org
Everyone Welcome. For more information contact Steve Stacy at 276-935-2484 or
SStacy@eqt.com Moose Riders District 8
Meetings 1st Monday of Month. Contact Bubba @ 804-691-7671. Email:
ABATE Culpeper Chapter ( Culpeper , VA ) kimandbubba1@verizon.net or Jeff @ 804-892-3346 Email: hawgdawgrose@
meets 7PM every 2nd Thursday at Hazel River Pub, 105 E Davis St, Culpeper , VA wmconnect.com
22701. Everyone Welcome. For more information contact Tim Dalman at 540-219-
6366 or TimDalman@comcast.net TAMA – Tidewater Albemarle Motorcycle Association. ALL clubs or any
organization that hosts rides/events are welcome to attend. Come out & meet
ABATE 1st Capitol Chapter ( Williamsburg , VA ) meets 9AM every 1st Sunday at some good people from all around the area. We’re all working together so that
Beachcomber's Restaurant, 8811 George Washington Memorial Hwy, Yorktown , each one our rides/events can be scheduled not to conflict with others & then
VA 23692. Everyone Welcome. For more information contact Gene Spare at 757- we can all have a successful turnout. Our meetings are held @ 7PM on the 3rd
903-6541 or JESpare@verizon.net Thursday of every month (except December) at the Golden Corral, on the corner of
Volvo Pkwy & Battlefield Blvd in Chesapeake, VA. www.tamaevents.com
ABATE Iron Horse Calvary Chapter ( Lynchburg , VA) meets 7PM every 1st
Tuesday at Mary Jane's Café, 826 Kemper St, Lynchburg , VA 24502-3250. The Sons of God Motorcycle Club Ministry® made up of Christian Bikers who
Everyone Welcome. For more information contact Tronco at 434-993-3197 or share a vision of spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ with other bikers.
EvoTronco1@wmconnect.com We hold bible study every Monday evening. For more information call TJ
(757) 819-3362, Thing (757) 621-4891 or Grape Ape (757) 831-1294. or visit
ABATE Lonesome Pine Chapter (Wise, VA) our website at www.sonsofgodmc.org
meets 6:30PM every 1st Tuesday at Mosby's Restaurant, 205 Ridgeview Rd, Wise
, VA 24293. Everyone Welcome. For more information contact Shag Mead at 276- Veterans First, Inc. Chapter 1 Richmond, VA- Non-profit org. whose mission is to
565-4541 or ShageDawg@hotmail.com assist our homeless veterans back into the mainstream of daily living. Meetings
are held every 2nd Sunday of the month at 12:00 pm, VFW Post 6364, 6502
ABATE Mason-Dixon Chapter ( Fairfax , VA ) Dickens Place, Henrico, VA. www.veteransfirstinc.org Tigger Mabry, Founder (804)
meets 8PM every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at John's Place, 11104 Lee Hwy, Fairfax , 305-1953.
VA 22030-5005. Everyone Welcome. For more information contact Bob Seoane at
703-206-0571or NightTommy2@yahoo.com Virginia Freedom Riders - Riders Against Constitutional Erosion (VFR-
R.A.C.E.) exists as a grassroots State Motorcycle Rights Organization (SMRO)
ABATE Olde Dominion Chapter ( Falls Church , VA ) dedicated to protecting and restoring motorcyclists personal freedoms, liberties and
meets 8PM every 1st Monday at JVs Restaurant, 6666 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church individual rights. email: membership@vfr-race.com. Website:vfr-race.com
, VA 22042-2145. Everyone Welcome. For more information contact Tank Fortner at
703-309-7197 or KeviRF80@aol.com
ABATE River City Chapter ( Richmond , VA )

'No meetings, just action!' For more information contact Steve Skeens at 804-389-
Biker
8293 or HawgSke@msn.com
ABATE Virginia Cruisers Chapter ( Hampton , VA )

meets 1PM every 1st Sunday at Mugzy's Grill, 1312 E. Pembroke Ave, Hampton,
VA. Everyone welcome. For more information contact Pete Bulgart at 757-870-
1517 or John at abateregion3@yahoo.com. Pals
Beacons/Christian Motorcycle Association - Meetings: 2nd Monday of each
month, Piccadilly Cafeteria, Military Hwy, 6-8 PM. Monthly ride: 4th Saturday of
each month, depart from Shoney’s on Indian River Rd. Check our website for ride
times and more information: http://cmaner5.org/VA/BEACONSOFTIDEWATER or
contact President Lenny Stowell at (757) 420-4411 or lenandtwogirls@yahoo.com
Bikers with Heart Foundation, Inc.

501 ©3 Non-Profit Organization, National Fallen Biker Memorial Weekend, P.O.
Box 291 Bryantown, MD 20617, Office: (301) 893-2900 Email: founder@
mlkm5project.com. Website: www.mlkm5project.com. Motto: We Ride Because
We Care

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A guy is walking down the street and sees Little Johnny about getting nervous on the pulpit, I put a glass of vodka
smoking a cigarette. He says, “Kid, you’re too young to next to the water glass. If I start to get too nervous, I take
smoke.” Johnny looks up but doesn’t say anything. a sip.’ So next Sunday he took the monsignor’s advice. At
The man asks, “Son, how old are you?” Little Johnny says, the beginning of the sermon, he got very nervous and so,
“Seven.” Stunned, the man says, “Seven!? When did you took a drink. He proceeded to talk up a storm, jitters free.
start smoking?” Johnny replies, “Right after the first time I Upon his return to his office after the mass, he found the
had sex.” “Right after the first time you had sex!? the man following note on the door:
exclaims. When was that?” Little Johnny ponders, “Gotta’ 1) Sip the vodka, don’t gulp it down, while sweating
say I honestly don’t remember….I was drunk”. profusely.
2) There are 10 commandments, not 12.
Malcolm O’Reilly hoisted his beer and said, ‘Here’s to 3) There are 12 disciples, not 10.
spending the rest of me life!, between the legs of me wife!’ 4) Jesus was consecrated, not “constipated”.
That won him the top prize at the pub for the best toast of 5) Jacob wagered his donkey, he did not “bet his ass”.
the night! He went home and told his wife, Mary, ‘I won 6) We do not refer to Jesus Christ as the “Late, Great
the prize for the Best toast of the night.’ She said, ‘Aye, did J.C”.
ye now. And what was your toast?’ Malcolm said, ‘Here’s 7) The Father, Son, and Holy Ghost are not referred to
to spending the rest of me life, sitting in church beside me as “Daddy, Junior and the Spook”.
wife. ‘Oh, that is very nice indeed, Malcolm!’ Mary said. 8) David slew Goliath; he did not “kick the shit out of
The next day, Mary ran into one of Malcolm’s drinking him”.
buddies on the street corner. The man chuckled leeringly 9) When David was hit by a rock and was knocked off
and said, ‘ Mal won the prize the other night at the pub with his donkey, don’t say he was “stoned off his ass”.
a toast about you, Mary.’ She said, ‘Aye, he told me, and I 10) We do not refer to the cross as the ‘Big T.’
was a bit surprised myself. You know, he’s only been there 11) When Jesus broke the bread at the last supper he
twice in the last four years. Once he fell asleep, and the said, ‘Take this and eat it for it is my body.’ He did
other time I had to pull him by the ears to make him come.’ not say ‘Eat me’.
12) The Virgin Mary is not called ‘Mary with the Cherry’.
A truck driver had to deliver 100 penguins to the state zoo. 13) The recommended grace before a meal is not:
As he was driving his truck through the desert, the truck “Rub-A-Dub-Dub thanks for the grub, Yay God! Dig In”.
broke down. After waiting by the side of the road for about 14) Next Sunday there will be a taffy pulling contest at
three hours, he waved another truck down and offered a St. Peter’s, not a “Peter Pulling Contest at St. Taffy’s”.
good ole’ boy named Bubba $500 to take the penguins to
the State Zoo for him.The next day, the first truck driver ar- A flat-chested young lady read an article in a magazine that
rived in town and saw Bubba crossing the road with the 100 stated Dr. Bumbutu in Africa could enlarge your breast with-
penguins walking in pairs of two, directly behind him. out surgery. So she decided to go to Dr. Bumbutu to see
The first truck driver jumped out of his truck and said, if he could help her. Dr. Bumbutu advised her, ‘Every day
“What’s going on? I gave you $500 to take these penguins after your shower, rub your chest and say, ‘Scooby doobie
to the damn Zoo!” Bubba boastfully replied, “I did take them doobies, I want bigger boobies!’ She did this faithfully for
to the Zoo, but I had alot of money left over, so now we’re several months, and to her utter amazement she grew a
going to see a Disney movie.” terrific D-cup rack! One morning she was running late, got
on the bus, and in a panic realized she had forgotten her
Ever wonder what a man’s ultimate embarrassment morning ritual. Frightened she might lose her lovely boobs
might be? I’d have to say it would be running into a brick if she didn’t recite the ritualistic rhyme, she stood right there
wall with a good stiff erection......and breaking his nose. in the middle aisle of the bus, closed her eyes and said,
And turn about is fair play...A woman’s would have to be ‘Scooby doobie doobies, I want bigger boobies.’ A guy sit-
standing on the scales and literally having to reach down ting nearby looked at her and asked ‘Oh! Are you a patient
and separate her sagging boobs, just so she can read the of Dr. Bumbutu’s?’ ‘Yes I am.. How did you know?’
numbers. He winked and whispered, ‘Hickory dickory dock...’
A new Priest at his first mass was so nervous he could

hardly speak. After mass he asked the Monsignor how
he had done. The Monsignor replied, ‘When I am worried

Hot
Plate

Ladies….Feel Good About Yourself!
cians, or scientists were fully comfortable with who they
were. They were self-confident, courageous and outrageous.
They broke all the stereotypes of femininity of their day and
created their own definition. So we too have the same op-
portunity by contacting that part of ourselves that lives true to
her own definition of what sexy is, what attractiveness is and
what being a goddess/woman is.
Tips for a healthier, sexier YOU:

Recalibrate your “skinny size”
Skinny is relative. To some a size 2 is skinny and to others a
size 12 is skinny. If you used to weigh 300 pounds or more,
size 12 is skinny. You define what makes you feel beautiful,
not Vogue magazine. Find role models that are realistic and
healthy. Remember, the magazines and Hollywood have
distorted lenses based on fantasy.
For all of our Biker Chick Peeps – Be safe & have fun
Cut back on the fake foods
during Women Riders Month Stuff like high fructose corn syrup, trans-fats, and artificial
sweeteners may be tasty but do nothing to help you eliminate
Are you feeling sexy these days?
that muffin top. Look at the labels in the foods you buy. If the
This is a good question that women often overlook espe-
ingredient sounds like something from a chemistry experi-
cially if they are raising a family, focusing on their careers or
ment, don’t put it in your body. Eat more organically.
in menopause. Women live with a great deal of questions,
Move
frustrations, and judgments about their bodies. They often
The Internet, Video Games Drive-thrus, and TV is making us
compare themselves to super-models and other women, but
lazier and more inactive. Peel your eyes off the screen, and
even Hollywood starlets and super-models complain about
get off your tushie; move, breathe, and do something that will
how imperfect their bodies are.
make you sweat. And, do something that you will enjoy. If you
Maybe you have gained a few pounds or can’t fit into your
hate the gym, don’t go. Movement doesn’t have to involve
“skinny” jeans, or maybe you don’t seem to have the time
a gym, it could be something as simple as playing with kids,
anymore to put yourself together. You want to feel attractive
walking to the corner store instead of driving, or making love
again, sexy and juicy to your partner and to yourself. You
more. Yes, sex burns calories! The point is, move your body.
want to turn a few heads again and feel like you are a “foxy”
Hang out with people that make you feel good
lady, right? So how can you reverse this downward spiral?
Spend more time with people who are uplifting, fun, and
Feeling sexy isn’t always about how you look. It really starts
like you for you. When you spend time with people who are
first with how you feel about yourself. You may not have the
negative or only like you because you “do” something for
same body you did when you were a 20-year old but today
them, your stress levels increase, and your own insecuri-
you have a stronger sense of who you are as a woman. The
ties increase, thus leading you to overeat, and feel not good
years have taught you and shaped who you are in many re-
enough. Life is short and your time is valuable, so spend it
spects and now you are a woman of depth and character. You
with people who inspire you.
are someone who has developed much of your potential but
Your life: Press PLAY not PAUSE
maybe not all and is still open to growing and learning more
Many of us will put our life on hold until we get back into our
about yourself and your world. When you begin to appreciate
skinny jeans. We tell ourselves that once we are thin, we can
who you have become your self confidence becomes stron-
enjoy our dreams, and not until then.
ger. There is nothing more attractive and a turn on to men
Put your life back into PLAY, and do the things you dream
then self-confidence.
about today. Stop using your “lack of beauty” as an excuse
As women we go through many physical and emotional
for not living your life. When you start accomplishing things,
changes as we mature. Our bodies take on different shapes
you will feel more confident. When you feel more confident,
and hormones often dictate how we feel. In a world where be-
you will take better care of yourself out of desire instead of
ing youthful is everything learning to love who you are now, to
desperation. You should be proud of yourself & your ac-
feel sexy from the inside out can be a challenge. But it doesn’t
complishments. We all have made mistakes in the past so
have to be if you decide to begin to just love yourself where
it’s ok to look in your rear view mirrors to see where you’ve
you are right now. Love every facet of your beautiful body ex-
been & what’s behind you. But, the most important thing is to
actly the way it is, and then from there you will decide on what
stay focused on the road in front of you. Look ahead to the
exercise to do, or dress to buy, or haircut to get, because it will
wonderful things that life has waiting for you to experience.
make you feel even more beautiful and sexy.
Whether you’re at work or play, with family or friends or even
These outer trappings are wonderful if we are doing them
all by yourself, don’t let life pass you by….Get out there & live
because we just want to enhance how we already feel about
everyday as if there’s no tomorrow…Enjoy every minute of
ourselves. Some of the most powerful seductresses in the
everyday.
world who attracted the most powerful men in the world,
Ladies - Be well, ride as often as you can & stay safe on your
were not pretty, or thin or even young. Most of these women
roads!
who were brilliant conversationalists, artists, mathemati-
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Recycling America - Meet the American Pickers
Article and Pictures by Vernon and TT Schwarte who can be back into circulation that have been forgotten is their main
reached at vernon@hawgstock.com goal. In the process of finding these lost treasures, they have
In January the History channel debuted a new series called fun talking, learning, and seeing beautiful America. During the
“American Pickers”. The 10 episode first season is about two interview, there was much discussion about the background
guys from Le Claire, Iowa that look for what they call “trea- of multiple items, so it is as much about the history of the item
sure”. An opportunity came up to chat with these two, and it and the find, as the item itself. This history is then passed on
turned out to be quite an experience. Mike Wolfe and Frank to the buyers to in essence keep history alive. Items can be
Fritz from Antique Archeology are two of the most down to bought from their shop or website, and even some famous
earth and real people that you could ever meet. These guys bike builders like Billy Lane and Jesse James have made
know exactly who they are, and where they are going. Very purchases from the duo.
personable and interesting to talk with and listen to. Both guys These guys run a business to make a buck or two, but
even ride motorcycles! Mike likes to run around on an old In- their opinions on what they pick, and what they do with it is
dian Chief, an old Harley Knucklehead, or even the Harley VL. refreshing in this day and age. When discussing with them
Frank has about 25 bikes in his personal collection. Frank the value of items that they pick and purchase, there are
bought his first motorcycle when he was in ninth grade, a 1959 some various opinions of how to value their finds. On one
Harley Sportster that he still has to this day. Both guys even episode they picked a beautiful old jukebox and paid $1,300
get a kick out of running around town on scooters, anything on for it. When they got it back to the shop, the item was looked
two wheels. Frank is also a big supporter of ABATE of Iowa, at by a person with more knowledge in this arena, and the
and has attended nearly all of the Freedom Rallies. If you are jukebox was valued at up to $5,000. The guys thought this
ever in Le Claire, stop by and meet them, you won’t be disap- was a great find, but in reality, they had no immediate offers
pointed. anywhere near that amount, and ended up selling the item
Their business is not a traditional antique dealership, and for $1,900. The both advised to be wary of any appraisal of
they are not antique dealers per se, but more treasure hunters. antiques and memorabilia. The items are only worth what
They are referred to as “pickers”. They are the people behind a buyer is willing to pay, and the amount a seller is willing
the scenes that find interesting items in old barns, garages, to accept. Some may have held out for more money on
and wherever they are hiding. Their business is based on the jukebox, but Mike and Frank thought that $1,900 was a
finding lost treasures, and bringing them back to life with the fair price. This amount covered expenses, and made a few
stories and history of unique items. Many antiques have been dollars for them, and the new owner was happy with the buy
found, valued, and sought after, but Mike and Frank are look- and would appreciate the “recycled” jukebox.
ing for the interesting items that most people would walk past. One of the first questions that comes to mind is how do
Things that are too cool to go into the landfill and that some- they find this stuff? The answer to that question is from sub-
one can love and appreciate once again. Recycling items mitted leads, and then simply from freestyle picking, as they

call it. People can call or email them to offer leads, or in their travels if they see a place where treasures may be found,
they may stop to ask permission to do some picking. Freestyle picking is simply looking for places that may hide treasures,
and stopping by to meet people, and ask for permission to take a look. They gain great joy from the “thrill of the chase”
in trying to find items that are unique, as well as meeting the people. The area that they cover can only be limited by the
imagination. They have been in most states picking, and even a little bit in Canada. They will soon start filming season two
which includes 26 more episodes, and they will be all over the Midwest and many other places.
What happens to items after picking was another topic of discussion that led to some debate. Many of the items that are
picked are coming right out of barns, sheds, garages, and who knows where. Sometimes the items are not the cleanest
thing in the world, and the pair had some debate about what to do with the items. The interaction of these two is amus-
ing on so many levels, and they just seem to fit and complement each other. Mike takes the minimalistic approach, and
knocks off the droppings, dusts off the item, and does a basic clean up. Frank on the other hand will spend hours cleaning
up an item, or if it is a mechanical item, will make sure that it works. He said that he likes the extra challenge of finding,
fixing, and then passing on to a happy customer a working artifact of history. He may spend one half of a day cleaning or
working on an item just to get an extra $10. For the most part though, cleaning is the only thing that is done to found items.
Not much for refurbishing is ever performed, so that the new owner can do what they choose with it. The customer can de-
cide to redo it, or leave it in original condition. Value wise on items it depends on what it is as to how refurbishing or leaving
original will affect the value.
Looking around the shop, you can see these guys are also into motorcycles and riding. Mike started out picking by look-
ing for and finding old motorcycles that were on the wanted list. His searching has since expanded to include many other
items, but motorcycles will always be a love for Mike. One of the best motorcycle finds he has picked was a 1939 Harley
Davidson Knucklehead. Mike’s dream find for a bike would be a Blackhawk or a Torpedo, because of the local Midwest
connection with those bikes, and that they are not anywhere to be found. Other motorcycle items that Mike likes to find and
sometimes keep for himself is anything Harley Knucklehead related, old motorcycle racing items, and anything from the pre
1920 motorcycle era.
Frank would like to find a 1936 Knucklehead as his dream find. He is also a big fan of the 1970s and anything old chop-
per related like sissy bars, king/queen seats, Z-bars, and anything that made a 70s chopper what it was. Frank also likes
unique old motorcycle trophies and personally has quite a collection of them as well as motorcycle toys. Frank also shows
his commitment to motorcycling with his dedication to ABATE of Iowa. He has attended almost every Freedom Rally ever
held, and is a large supporter of motorcyclist rights and rider education. From scooters to Honda choppers, to his first
Sportster, to his full dresser, Frank is about riding and the motorcycle lifestyle.
The American Pickers can be found in Le Claire, Iowa, just a couple miles north of Davenport. Their shop name is An-
tique Archeology and is right behind the BP gas station on Highway 67 right in Le Claire. The phone number to reach them
is 563-289-1530 and websites are http://www.antiquearcheology.com for the shop, and www.frankfritzfinds.com for Franks
own website. So if you are looking for something from the show, have an idea on where they can do some picking, or just
want to check out their cool websites, look them up.

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MOTORCYCLE THEFTS FALL money is to be deposited. Rep. Christian said the legisla-
Motorcycle thefts in the US fell by 13% to 56,093 last year tive action was necessary because motorcycle registrations
from 64,492 in 2008, the biggest drop since 2007 accord- continue to increase in Oklahoma; therefore, without train-
ing to the National Insurance Crime Bureau in an April 13th ing and prevention efforts, vehicle crashes involving motor-
statement. Honda was the most stolen brand accounting for cycles are likely to increase. According to the Oklahoma Tax
24% of the thefts, followed by Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki Commission, there were 115,381 registered motorcyclists in
and Harley-Davidson, said the NICB citing National Crime the state in 2008, a 14.3% increase over 2007. Motorcycle
Information Center data.The recession prompted lower bike fatalities increased 17.6% during the same period, and inju-
sales and a decrease in production, pushing motorcycle ries increased 21.4%. HB 2264 is known as “Gunner’s Bill”
thefts down for a third consecutive year. Sales of new bikes in honor of Robert “Gunner” Catcher, a motorcyclist who
fell 43% in 2009 from the year-earlier period, according to died after being struck by a pickup in 2009. The driver of the
the Motorcycle Industry Council. Likewise, the Japanese truck said he did not see Gunner. “I heartily salute each and
Automobile Manufacturers Association reported a 47.4% every one of ABATE of Oklahoma’s and the OK Confed-
decrease in motorcycle production last year.Recovery rates eration of Clubs volunteer officers and members, and look
have declined along with thefts, with only 30% of the stolen forward to our continued success working together in the
bikes recovered in 2009, compared with 41% in 2006, NICB spirit of unity to make Oklahoma the best state in which to
data show.The top five states for motorcycle theft were ride,” said Tiger Mike Revere of ABATE of OK and a mem-
warm-weather ones: California, Texas, Florida, North Caro- ber of the Board of Directors of the National Coalition of
lina and Georgia, together accounting for 39% of the total. Motorcyclists (NCOM). Also signed into law was SB 1670 -
It should be no surprise that the summer months of July a bill that changes the makeup of the Oklahoma Motorcycle
(6,319); August (6,079); and June (5,672) saw the most Safety Advisory Committee. “So, not only will we generate
theft activity while the fewest thefts were recorded dur- about $400,000 each year but we will also have a substan-
ing the winter months of December (2,927); February tial say in how it is spent,” commented John Pierce, ABATE
(3,100); and January (3,570).The best way to prevent theft Legislative Coordinator.
is to keep your motorcycle out of sight or covered up and
secured to an immovable object with a good through-the- WYOMING BIKERS WORK WITH CITY TO PROMOTE
frame lock in addition to the steering lock. MOTORCYCLE AWARENESS The Casper City Council
voted unanimously to pay for motorcycle-safety billboards in
MAINE REQUIRES MOTORCYCLES TO DISPLAY IN- the coming months, with Wyoming Central ABATE picking
SPECTION STICKERS Maine Governor John Baldacci on up the campaign halfway through the riding season. The
April 9, 2010 signed LD 1675 into law, requiring the state’s council approved $5,400 in grant money to pay for four
50,000 registered motorcycles to carry inspection stick- billboards from April through July, when Wyoming Central
ers that are “completely and clearly visible from the rear” ABATE would begin paying for the billboards with its own
starting in 2012. A bill that started in the state legislature message to run through October. The push for motor-
as a broadly worded bill to quiet noisy motorcycles evolved cycle awareness stems from two high-profile accidents
into a measure requiring riders to display inspection stick- involving motorcyclists last summer, including an ABATE
ers when Maine’s Transportation Committee concluded that member who was killed by a left-turning Hummer. The ac-
38% of Maine motorcycles aren’t inspected, noting faulty cidents prompted Wyoming Central ABATE to meet with
and noisy motorcycle mufflers would fail annual inspections. city officials and hash out a plan to increase awareness of
The bill also sets up a task force to explore other methods motorcycles among drivers. The Casper Police Department
of reducing motorcycle noise, including sound testing, and applied for grant money from the Wyoming Department
report to the Transportation Committee by January 15, of Transportation to be used on a “campaign targeting the
2011. LD1675 passed the Maine House by a vote of 104-33 reduction of the number and severity of motorcycle crashes
on March 22. The Senate passed it April 5, with no tally in the Casper area,” according to a city memo.
released.
MICHIGAN HELMET LAW REPEAL REPEAT?
MOTORCYCLE SAFETY BILL PASSES IN OKLAHOMA Once again, Michigan legislators are moving to repeal the
“Gunner’s Bill” has been signed into law by Oklahoma Gov. state’s 40 year old mandatory helmet law, but their gover-
Brad Henry, providing for the state’s first comprehensive nor threatens veto action. In late March, the House voted
motorcycle safety program. HB 2264, authored by state 63 to 46 to approve an amendment to the current Michi-
Rep. Mike Christian and state Sen. Steve Russell, allows gan Helmet Law which would allow motorcycle riders 21
the state to add a $3 fee, designated for motorcycle safety years old and older to operate their motorcycle without a
and education, to the existing cost of registering a motor- helmet as long as they carry $20,000 or more in insurance.
cycle. It also establishes a revolving fund into which the The bill now goes to the Senate for consideration. If the

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Democratic-led House and Republican-led Senate both increasing the pressure again when traction is restored.
approve as they have in the past, the bill would again go to Brake pressure is evaluated multiple times per second, so
the governor for her signature or veto. Proposals to elimi- riders may brake fully without fear of locking up. Until lately,
nate or ease the law were passed by the House and Senate such crash avoidance technology as antilock brakes has
in 2005/2006 and 2007/2008, but Gov. Jennifer Granholm primarily been available only on larger, more expensive
vetoed both measures. ABATE of Michigan and the Michi- motorcycles, but they are now available on 60 new models.
gan Confederation of Clubs continues to hold sway in the The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is con-
Legislature using arguments that include personal freedom sidering whether or not antilock brakes should be manda-
and economic impact. The Democratic governor leaves of- tory on motorcycles.
fice next year and is not seeking reelection.
OUTLAW BIKER 101
MOTORCYCLE ADVISORY COUNCIL SURVEYS ROAD Law enforcement officers from across the country gather
CONDITIONS The Motorcyclist Advisory Council (MAC) each year at a heavily guarded secret location for annual
to the Federal Highway Administration has made recom- training on “combating biker gangs”: As quoted directly from
mendations to U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood promotional material for the course: “Outlaw Motorcycle
and his predecessors on various topics, including 1) Barrier Gang Investigations: From the Inside - Combating Biker
design; (2) Road design, construction, and maintenance Gangs, from the International Association of Undercover
practices; and (3) The architecture and implementation of Officers: A five day (36 hour) training program for law
Intelligent Transportation System technologies. Of special enforcement officers, prosecutors, corrections personnel
significance was the creation and approval of the yearly Mo- and criminal analysts addressing the problems and pitfalls
torcyclist Road Conditions Survey, which can be accessed of investigations of Outlaw Motorcycle Gangs. The instruc-
at http://tinyurl.com/ykbqsr6. The purpose of the survey is to tors, have managed, supervised or directly participated in
better communicate to the MAC, road construction engi- investigations of Outlaw Motorcycle Gangs throughout the
neers, and transportation safety officials the specific needs United States. The investigative techniques they used will
of motorcyclists that should be considered when developing be presented. Also, the many pitfalls and mistakes they
new roadways or altering existing routes. The MAC-FHWA made will be graphically demonstrated. Due to the sensitive
coordinates and advises the Secretary of the Department nature of the training program and threats of physical harm
of Transportation on infrastructure issues of concern to mo- to some of the speakers, the exact location of the training
torcycle riders, and is comprised of ten members of the mo- program will only be revealed to those who register. Special
torcycling community with professional expertise in national security will be maintained and only certified law enforce-
motorcyclist safety advocacy. James “Doc” Reichenbach ment officers with proper identification will be admitted.”
II, State President of ABATE of Florida and Chairman of the As one of America’s foremost authorities on biker dis-
Board of the National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM) crimination, Minnesota Aid to Injured Motorcyclists (A.I.M.)
serves on the MAC as one of two members representing attorney Steven O’Brien, who also serves as legal counsel
state motorcyclists’ organizations. to the Confederation of Clubs of Minnesota and ABATE of
Minnesota, applied for the course last year but was denied
ANTILOCK BRAKES MAKE MOTORCYCLES SAFER admittance with the written admonishment that he would be
With motorcycle ownership skyrocketing from 4.3 million better suited to attend the NCOM Convention. O’Brien was
to 10.4 million over the past decade, and a correspond- instrumental in getting the nation’s first and only biker anti-
ing increase in rider deaths and injuries, two new studies discrimination law on the books in Minnesota, and then was
have found that equipping motorcycles with antilock brakes successful in getting the new law upheld by the courts when
makes them much safer. The studies, one by the Insurance an ABATE member was denied service at a bar. For like-
Institute for Highway Safety and the other by the Highway minded bikers concerned with preserving Freedom of the
Loss Data Institute, found that bikes with antilock brakes Road, the Silver 25th Annual NCOM Convention will be held
are involved in 37% fewer fatal accidents per 10,000 reg- Mother’s Day weekend, May 6-9, 2010 at the Orlando Air-
istered vehicles and reported 22% fewer accident damage port Marriott, 7499 Augusta National Dr., Orlando, Florida.
claims per insured vehicle year. Stopping a motorcycle is Reserve your place in history now by calling the National
trickier than stopping a car. For one thing, the front and rear Coalition of Motorcyclists at (800) 525-5355 or visit www.
wheels typically have separate brake controls. In an emer- ON-A-BIKE.com. A special NCOM room rate is available by
gency, a rider faces a split-second choice to either brake calling the Marriott hotel at (800) 380-6751.
hard, which can lock the wheels and cause an overturn, or
hold back on braking and risk running into the emergency. QUOTABLE QUOTE: “The story of America’s quest for free-
This is when antilock brakes can help by reducing brake dom is inscribed on her history in the blood of her patriots.”
pressure when they detect impending lockup and then Randy Vader, American author/composer

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THE RICHMOND OUTREACH CENTER to a lost, fallen world.
Pastor G, my hat is off to you my friend. You and your
HAVEN MISSION
staff and congregation are a shining example of what God
will do when faithful, obedient people follow His direction
This past Saturday, April 10th, I was witness to one
and will. My prayer for you and yours is that you will remain
of the most significant moves of God that I have ever
faithful to the call Christ has given you. From what I have
seen. The Richmond Outreach Center ( THE ROC )
seen through the years, I’m sure you will.
moved to it’s new location on Midlothian Turnpike here
I encourage everyone to visit Pastor G and The Roc on
in Richmond. I did not know just what to expect, but I
Saturday evenings at 6:00pm at the new location. You can
knew it would be good. I had to work and got there late,
visit me and Haven Mission Sunday mornings at 8:00am at
bad move. I had to park across the highway because
South Richmond Harley-Davidson in Oxbridge Square.
their lot was already full. I had foot surgery last month
but I did not want to miss this so I hobbled across the
May the road rise up to miss you
vast expanse of the parking lot and went in. It was
May the wind always be at your back
huge. The old Flea Market was gone. In it’s place was
May the rain fall gently on your fields
a large auditorium, a café, dance studio, and a host of
May the sun shine gently upon your face
other offices and suites.
Until we meet again May God hold you
Pastor Geronimo Aguilar came from California some
In the hollow of His hand
years back and founded The ROC at the old location
off Warwick Road. From there the ministry began it’s
Reverend Rocky
outreach to the needy in Richmond. The rest is history.
Their growth is a testament to the prayer and hard work
that has been a hallmark of The ROC. I have been to
a number of large churches but I have seldom felt the
excitement and fervor of the members of Pastor G’s
congregation. They are “ on fire “ for the Lord and it
shows.
I have known Pastor G for some time now and he has
been very gracious to me. Pastor Allen Caldwell of the
“ Soul Winning Soldiers “ is on my staff with Wreaths
Across America and his Soldiers have helped with our
motorcycle escort and ceremony for the past three
years. I am very grateful to these two men for their
faithfulness to God’s calling on their lives.
I experienced the worship service and Governor
Bob McDonnell’s opening prayer. It was good to see a
Godly statesman in action. I was very impressed. As
I stood there I could not help but think about my small
group at Haven Mission. It would have been easy
to compare myself with Pastor G. I could have felt
very intimidated because I was truly in awe, it was a Rocky is Pastor of Haven Mission, a Vietnam vet, an
wonderful experience. God called Geronimo Aguilar to Outpost Leader for Pointman Ministries, and Director
ministry and he was faithful to heed God’s call. He was of Wreaths Across America / Richmond National Cem-
obedient and now The ROC is a thriving movement for etery.Rocky is on staff at The Dominion Counseling and
Jesus Christ. Training Center and a facilitator for Elijah House School
The Lord reminded me that He called me also. My of Prayer Ministry. He is also the Business Manager for
problem was I did not heed His call at first. It took South Richmond Harley-Davidson and rides a 2002 Heri-
many years for me to realize the call God had for me. tage Softail Classic. He and Donna live in Chester and
Thankfully, God was merciful with me and allowed together have five children and fifteen grand children. A
me to finally grow up. Although my group is miniscule
veteran’s advocate, Rev Rocky invites your partcipation
in this article. Share your your experiences, thoughts,
compared to The ROC, our mission is the same. We are
and your heart with us here at “ On Eagles Wings “ where
to reach out with the love of Christ, preach the gospel, Jesus is Lord.
disciple the converts, feed the hungry, and model Christ

Who Is Michele Smith?
Would you believe its been TEN YEARS! since Michele Smith started hosting American Thunder?
Some people in the motorcycle industry have called her an American Motorcycle Icon, The First Lady of Motorcycling,
and as one 14 year old put it “She’s the ‘Pam An’ of the motorcycle industry”. Michele has changed the stereotypical im-
age of a “Biker Chick” into “Biker Chic” by adding a bit of glamour to the industry.
She started out in the modeling world as a pin-up girl. Most of the jobs she did were sexy-type photos seen in motorcycle
calendars, posters, catalogs and magazine covers like Playboy, Muscle and Fitness, Swimwear USA, Swimwear Inter-
national and Neue Revue.You may have seen her over the years in commercials, sitcoms , music videos, The Price is
Right or Tim Conway’s comedy videos. Also known in Germany as “Heidi” the West Cigarette Girl, she has appeared in
commercials as well as billboards and European magazines. She was spotted on the cover of Easy Riders Roadware
clothing catalog and was hired as the host of American Thunder. The rest is history.
She has been riding motorcycles since 1994 when she decided to take the Caifornia Motorcycle Safety Course after they
hired a stunt women for her riding shots in a foreign film she was working on.
“This 90lb. girl on a Harley showed up and I took one look at her and thought if she can ride that thing why can’t I? It was
so embarrassing being strapped in a pick-up truck sitting on a Harley riding down Hollywood Blvd for the close-up shots.
The very next day I signed up for the motorcycle safety course and ordered a Sportster from Glendale Harley. It arrived
just in time to attend the ‘Love Ride’ and off I went. I loved it so much I thought, why didn’t I do this sooner? There is noth-
ing better than the thrill and the sound of a motorcycle! I love working in the motorcycle industry. I always look forward
to going out to as many events as possible and meeting with the fans who watch American Thunder. After all, if it weren’t
for the fans, I probably wouldn’t have lasted this long in the industry. They are my supporters and I love to hang out and
talk with as many of them as I can. The look on their face is priceless when they reach out to shake my hand and I hug
them instead! Working in this industry enables me to test ride many different motorcycles and its nice to be able to have
that opportunity. When I attend an event I never know what bike they will have waiting for me. Usually I say that I will ride
whatever they throw at me, but safety is my first concern. If it’s a bike that I’m not comfortable riding I just might hesitate
a little more, after all, there is that waiver I’m usually ask to sign. Hanging out with the builders that I meet at the shows is
definately a real treat. These guys are a lot of fun and I think that most have accepted me now.”
Where Is Michele Smith?

I’m all over the country these days. After not returning to American Thunder in 2009 I continued to be a fixture in the
Motorcycle world making appearances at events and Rallies around the country. Keeping my face out there is important
otherwise people forget about you. I’m very lucky to have such a loyal fan base. That’s one thing you can always rely on
from a Biker is “loyalty”. The out pouring of email i received when they changed American Thunder to the “New” American
Thunder was incredible. I got a lot of support from both men and woman.
I have been making appearances this year around the country and recently shot a print ad for Kuryakyn’s new line of mo-
torcycle luggage. I also have a new TV show that will start airing sometime in June. The show will be called “Two Wheel
Thunder” and it will air on Discovery HD Theater. Jay Barbieri is the producer and will also appear on the show with me.
Its about time as there are really no motorcycle shows left on TV for the V-Twin rider. Our show will be an informational
motorcycle magazine show bringing you the latest and greatest in the world of motorcycles with a similar format to what
the old show was. We started filming in January and they have been keeping me busy. Next week I’m off to Mexico! I even
had a chance to get some cold weather riding in while shooting. Yep 30-degrees! Oh it was a bit nippy but i layered up
and off i went. I wish i could say that riding in Daytona was warmer but this year it was freezing so i am looking forward to
riding in Mexico thats for sure. I hope you will all tune in to the new show “Two Wheel Thunder” and if you have a chance
shoot me an email michele@michelesmith.tv I hope to see you on the road! Ride Safe.
mon sense. It is up to the parents or caregivers as well as
There is no Minimum Age for the motorcycle operator to make the determination that the
Motorcycle Passengers child is old enough to hold on and stay alert. It is also up to
the parents or caregivers as well as the motorcycle operator
I am staying with my recent theme of answering ques- to determine the limits of the ride. How far will you go and
tions that are most frequently put to me by clients and what routes will you take? Most of us riders remember rid-
fellow riders. We have already covered topics such as what ing on the back of a bike when we were young and having
constitutes a legal motorcycle helmet in Virginia? What is a ball doing it. So long as you follow the guidelines above
the law with regard to exhausts? Can I mount my license then you should have no problem helping another kid enjoy
plate vertically? If you missed the answers to those ques- that same thrill. Who knows, maybe they will become an
tions feel free to log onto motorcyclelawgroup.com. You avid rider and pay that favor forward one day.
can find those articles and more under the articles section. As always, if you have any questions or comments about
Today we will talk about the minimum age requirement for this or any other article, please feel free to contact me.
motorcycle passengers.
The short answer to that question is that there is not one. Matt Danielson
Virginia law does not restrict the age of motorcycle passen- Tom McGrath’s Motorcycle Law Group
gers. It depends upon you and your passenger’s comfort 1-800-321-8968
level (and that of their parent or caregiver assuming the matt@motorcyclelawgroup.com
passenger is not your child).
The code section which comes closest to addressing this The preceding is for informational purposes only. The laws
issue is section 46.2-909. It states as follows: governing the above may be different in your state.
Every person operating a motorcycle, as defined in §
46.2-100 excluding three-wheeled vehicles, shall ride only
upon the permanent seat attached to the motorcycle, and
such operator shall not carry any other person. No other
person shall ride on a motorcycle unless the motorcycle is
designed to carry more than one person, in which event
a passenger may ride on the permanent seat if designed
for two persons, or on another seat firmly attached to the
rear or side of the seat for the operator. If the motorcycle
is designed to carry more than one person, it shall also be
equipped with a footrest for the use of such passenger.
As you can see there is no age limit. The requirement is
that you have a seat and footrests for the passenger. It
also requires that the passenger seat be at the rear or side
of the operator. That means that those of you who put your
child passengers in front of you are violating the law. They
must ride on the permanent passenger seat.
Another misconception for which I have had clients tick-
eted (not convicted) is that if you are riding with a child as
your passenger they must be able to reach the foot pegs
or floor boards. That is also incorrect. There is no require-
ment that they be able to reach them. The requirement is
that the motorcycle be equipped with foot rests, not that the
passenger use them.
In closing I want to make it clear that I am not advocating
putting an 18 month old child on the rear of your bike and
heading down the road. While 46.2-100 does not prohibit
that you could find yourself in front of the court on a mul-
titude of other criminal offenses dealing with child neglect
and endangerment. We as motorcyclists must use com-
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