Thunder Roads Virginia Magazine - October '07

Mid-Atlantic Thunder Roads
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THUNDER ROADS MAGAZINE 2

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR
Greetings friends! Hope you all are enjoying CALENDAR OF EVENTS...............................................4
yourselves as we move on into the Fall months…
It’s hard to believe that Christmas will be here before
we know it! Wow – where does the time go?..
if anyone has a clue – please let me know!!! (ha PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN.................................6
ha). Well, the daylight hours are steadily becoming
shorter & dreaded Daylight Savings time is right
around the corner (Nov 4th). Many of us do ride
at night & notoriously in the Fall months, leaves,
sometimes damp ones, may blow around on the HOT SHOTS...................................................................16
roadways & can be a major hazard to those of us
on 2 wheels…please be careful. This is also a
very beautiful time of the year (my favorite) to enjoy
mother nature’s gift as the leaves are turning brilliant NEWS BYTES...............................................................28
colors & those of you who live in the mountain
areas, must feel like you’re right in the middle of a
masterpiece painting. There’s no better way to fully
enjoy the Autumn season than cruising the open
road on a bike.
CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS.....................................35
This is Biker Appreciation Month & we’re hoping
that by publicly announcing this annual Biker
holiday month that we’ve started something good
out there that will bring a broader awareness to THE JOKER’S WILD....................................................38
the communities about just how much the bikers
are involved in fundraisers & charitable events for
those in need. Our bikers’ generosity, huge hearts
& overall concern for helping to make the world BIKER FRIENDLY DIRECTORY................................42
a better place is unknown by so many who are
unfamiliar with motorcycle people. We’re not just all
about leathers & loud pipes. All of the rides & events
that we attend all throughout the year, 90% of them
are held to raise money for something worthwhile.
READERS RIDES.........................................................44
It’s what we do…yes, we get out on the roads
to enjoy life with the wind in our faces but I don’t
know one person that owns a motorcycle who has
never participated in some sort of Poker Run, Bike ON EAGLES WINGS...................................................47
Show, Bike Rally or Bike Rodeo that did not have
a charitable feat in mind for a good cause. Even
though we all ride, we would like to send our own
special “Thanks For All You Do!” from our family of
riders to all of you out there on 2 & 3 wheels. It’s NATIONAL FOUNDERS
not what you ride…it’s that you ride! Toni McCoy Shearon & Brian Shearon
Have an enjoyable & safe time on the roads & we 1421 Chapmansboro Road
hope that this month’s issue finds you all well in Chapmansboro, TN 37035
your mind, body Office: 615-792-0040 Fax: 615-792-7580
& spirits. We’ll be e-mail: thunderroads@charter.net
here if you need
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If you’d like your event listed in our calendar, Pig Plate $6.00. Benefiting PEDIATRIC BRAIN and Williamsburg. The ride will end back at the
please drop us a line @ thunderroadskelly@ TUMOR FOUNDATION. Poquoson City Pool Parking Lot, where there will
yahoo.com. Be sure to list your event in the be music provided by D.J. Greg Martin. Funding
subject line & then type in the body of the email, Oct 6th raising will be by raffle tickets for prizes, as well as
exactly how you’d like your event to appear (date, Departure Bike Works 35th Anniversary Party & food, drinks and more. Donations will be accepted!
name of event, city/state taking place in & all the Open House – Richmond, VA ALL BIKERS WELCOME!! Please contact Dale
particulars). Our deadlines are the 15th of each Come join us for a fun filled day. We’ll be replaying Simmons at (757) 880-3608 or Mark Boesen at
month for the following month’s issue. It’s never the Biker Build Off episode that we were featured (757) 876-0435 for further information.
too early to send them in so as soon as you have all in, drive-in style on the side of the building. 5216
of your info…send it on! Hull Street, (804) 231-0244 Oct 7th
“Ride For Pink” – Virginia Beach, VA
OCTOBER 2007
Oct 6th Registration to ride is from 10am until 11:30am at
Oct 3rd – 7th Myrtle Beach Fall Rally – Myrtle Brandon’s Truck Stop Party – Virginia Beach, VA bayside. Bikes and Hot Rods leave at 11:45am via
Beach, SC www.myrtlebeachbikeweek.com 7:00 October 6th. 5792 North Hampton Blvd at the Police escorted ride to Knuckleheads Roadhouse
truck stop. Donations a must. Blue Lords, for the remaining FUN festivities!!!! $10 for all
Oct 3rd - 6th Hot Mess, Billy DJ, So Far vehicles……Bike and Hot Rods to participate!!!!
Cruise-In Harley- David son of Ocean City We will be taking a moment during the “ride for
four days of classic and hot rod car shows partnered Oct 7th pink” event to honor our dear friend Rooster (John
with Cruise-In Ocean City Car Show. Food, live Wings Wheels and Ducks - Stafford, VA Coyle’s) charitable fund raising efforts thus far.
music, trophy, cool cars. Early bird Oct. 3 from This event is one of the biggest in our area. Originally There are few philanthropists that love a cause like
3:30 to 6:30; Oct. 4-6, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Visit www. the Rappahanock Duck Race, draws in motorcycle Rooster and we want to recognize and reward his
hdoceancity.com for more information groups, riders, and show bikes to the Stafford Airport many efforts to date! Please come out and join
on October 7, 2007. This all day celebration includes us to applaud our dear Rooster! Bayside Harley
Oct 4th – 7th a bike show, airplane fly-in, car show, and duck to Knuckleheads Roadhouse (on Witchduck Rd.
Smoky Mountain Bike Week/Fire in the drawing worth up to a $1,000,000 dollars. There next to Southside HD) The ride is only $10 per
Mountains – Fontana Dam, NC are also great prizes including a Harley Davidson vehicle all vehicles welcome~ We are raffling off a
Fontana Village Resort. Live concerts, Bike motorcycle, and many other must-have prizes. I BRAND NEW Harley Davidson motorcycle at 4pm
contests, Poker Runs, Vendors, Parties. Ride the participated the last two years and found the event sharp. Ten raffle tickets will be pulled, each person
Dragon & Hellbender! For more info visit www. the best in the area. Great sponsors like Waugh gets a key…….one key starts the bike…..and it’s
fontanavillage.com or call (800)849-2258 Harley Davidson have already signed up and are theirs! Roped off parking lot for bikes and hot rods!
giving away some great prizes to include a brand new Live Band- “Blind Tuna”. Live Auction- GREAT
Oct 5th - 7th Harley. The event is a great way to give to a good things at this ride to auction. Bike Show ..best
Dreamcatcher Rally 2007 - Aberdeen, MD charity and have alot of fun. We have a spacious decorated female bike to support breast cancer
HUGE 3 Day Motorcycle Rally! Steppenwolfe’s family atmosphere which welcomes riders. For more research wins a prize! Bingo (50/50) Raffle, Door
Farewell Concert, plus 38 Special & FogHat. Meet information, or if you would like to participate please prizes, Great Food, ALL benefits from this event
G. Gordon Liddy & Mondo “The Godfather of call Carl at 540-654-5075 go to the “Breast Cancer Research Foundation”!
the Chopper.” Athena “The Vagabond Chickie” Hoping to find a cure in our lifetime~ (757) 679-
Don’t miss the Fashion show by our beautiful Oct 7th 7999- for more info.
Dream Catcher Girls, Contest, Give Aways & Virginia British Motorcycle Club 17th Annual
Activities for all. Custom Motorcycle Rally Rally – Leesburg, VA Ida Lee Park, 60 Ida Lee Oct 12th & 13th
(www.dreamcatcherrally.com) Over 200 Vendors. Drive NW, Leesburg, VA 20176 – Route 15 HARLEY’S HEROES™ TOUR - Portsmouth, VA
Best in Show Contest. Helmet Contest. Grunge Business just north of downtown Leesburg. British 2007 Harley’s Heroes™ Tour to stop and provide
Contest. Fashion Show. Custom Motorcycle & European Cycle Show. Swap Meet/Auto Jumble. FREE benefits counseling services to local veterans
Raffle. Children’s Games and Things to Do. Cool Trophies, Door Prizes, Great Vendors. Free provided by the DAV. Location - Bayside Harley-
Portion of proceeds to be donated to “The Boys badges to bike show entrants. 10am – 4pm. $9 Davidson-2211 Frederick Blvd. I-264/Exit 5
and Girls Club”. Ripken Stadium - home of Hall admission, with no additional fee to enter your Portsmouth, VA. This is for local veterans and
of Fame Shortstop Cal Ripken Jr. Log on website bike in the show. Kids under 12 free. $25 Vendor veteran riders who could benefit from DAV services.
for additional information and forms. www. spaces. If you’ve got a European bike, there is a For more info contact Ally Cassorla, Bayside
dreamcatcherrally.com place for it here. Vintage, Modern, Chopper, Race Harley-Davidson, 757-397-5550 or visit www.
Bikes, Scooters. Rain or shine. AMA sanctioned. baysidehd.com
Oct 6th Food & commemorative rights reserved. No pets
Harley- David son of Ocean City Summer or camping. Oct 12th
Concert Series Friday Night Cruise In - Richmond, VA
sponsored by BIG Classic Rock, WMDT and the Oct 7th Gangster Choppers, 216 east Belt Boulevard,
Worcester County Times. Free concert features Eric Hogge Benefit Ride - Poquoson, VA Richmond VA 23224 (804) 230-0123. 2nd Friday of
The Daryl Davis Band from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Visit Please join us at the Poquoson City Pool Parking every month.
www.hdoceancity.com for more information Lot located at 16 Municipal Drive in Poquoson, VA.
for the Eric Hogge Benefit Ride. Registration begins Oct 12th – 14th
Oct 6th at: 10:00AM with the ride leaving at 11:00AM. “RUMBLE THROUGH THE TUNNELS”
CURE THE KIDS BENEFIT BASH There is a $10.00 fee per rider and a $5.00 fee per – Norfolk/Portsmouth, VA
– Smithfield, NC 11 AM UNTIL 9 PM. Shadow passenger. All proceeds are to benefit Eric Hogge, Bayside Harley-Davidson. Largest escorted
Hawk Smithfield, NC., I 95 EXIT 93. Follow a 14 year old boy who is currently undergoing motorcycle event in honor of our Armed Forces.
signs... 7 Miles East. 50/50 Raffle, Live Band, treatment for “Medulloblastoma” brain cancer. Registration: 8am Harbor Park, Norfolk, VA. End:
Entertainment, $1.00 Hot Dogs, Giveaways, Kids The ride will consist of a 65-mile long ride along Bayside H-D Portsmouth, VA. Advance Ride
Corner, Bike Show, Bike Wash, Bike Blessing, the Colonial Parkway through Historic Yorktown Tickets $10. Active & Retired Military Ride for
Free. LIVE MUSIC-FOOD-BIKINI CONTEST-
VENDORS. Special Tattoo Show & Contest Oct 14th arrives at Harley-Davidson of Ocean City at 1pm.
Sunday. 757 397-5550, www.baysidehd.com, Suffolk Swamp Roar – Suffolk, VA Over $2000 worth of door prizes (restaurants,
6th Annual Motorcycle Rally. Sunday, October 14, gas cards, prepaid VISA cards & more) and bake
Oct 12th 2007; $20 donation per person. Ride the scenic 80 sale from 1 to 3. Presentation to the families at
HARLEY’S HEROES™ TOUR - Portsmouth, VA mile perimeter of the Great Dismal Swamp National 3. All monies raised from this event will help the
ARRIVES OCTOBER 12TH, 2007
Wildlife Refuge. Bike staging starts at 9 a.m. at the medical expenses of Brandy Cullen & Robbie
VA Benefit Counseling Provided Free of Charge by
Disabled American Veterans Suffolk Executive Airport on Highway 13. Ride Joyce. Brandy is a 15yr old Deal Island girl who is
departs at 10:30 a.m. Event tee-shirt, door prizes, suffering from bone cancer of the spine. Robbie is a
Oct 13th enjoy a VIP reception and a complimentary parking 42 yr old Bishopville woman who is suffering with a
SHOW ME YOUR TATS! – Virginia Beach, VA pass to Peanut Fest and Concert at 3:30. Proceeds brain tumor. This event is open to the public. More
Dirty Dick’s “Show Me Your Tats” Party. Dress to benefit Great Dismal Swamp educational programs. details call Steve Mixter (410) 749-5746 or see
impress - Show your Ink. 8pm upstairs in the Love Log onto www.Suffolk-Fun.com or contact the www.wheelsthatheal.com. Sponsored by Clarence
Lounge. Admission $5 or show your ink & get in Suffolk Visitor Center at (757) 923-3880 or Sterling & Son.
free. Music by DJ Jey One. Come eat, drink, & 866-SEE-SUFK toll free.
experience the culture. Use your imagination &
show your ink, especially you ladies. Dont have Oct 20th
any...don’t worry - we’ll provide it. 530 Winston Oct 14th Monument Mile Ride - Portsmouth, Va.
Salem Avenue@ Rudee Inlet in Virginia Beach. Damon’s Fall Bike Fest – Gloucester, VA “Where the Past meets the Present’ Poker Run,
(757) 491-DICK (3425). Route 17 in Gloucester, VA. Visit www.damonsbar. Bike Show, BBQ, Free Commemorative Patch
com for more info or call (804) 693-7218. Rain with each registration. $15.00 per bike, extra hands
Oct 13th date Oct 21st. $5.00 each.Start at Bayside Harley Davidson, 2211
Antique Harley Days – Danville, VA US Hwy 17, Exit 5 off I-264.Portsmouth. Free
Thunder Road Harley-Davidson. Harley traveling Oct 14th Confederate flag to first 100 registered, Visit four
museum and Tent Sale, 9am -5pm (free admission).
Bikers for the Warriors – Virginia Beach, VA Confederate monuments on the Ride, Get to fire
Antique motorcycles will be on display at this event.
Owners of vintage and antique motorcycles are Knuckleheads Roadhouse and Rough Riders M/C a .58 cal. Musket! Peoples choice Bike Show, 3
encouraged to display their machines during this present: noon - 6pm. Live Auction, Bike Show place trophies for Harley, Chopper, Classic, &
event. 4960 Riverside Drive, Danville, VA. Ph. with 10 Categories, Poker hands, 50/50 and more... Import, Trophies for Best and Worst Hands, Door
434-822-2453 for info All proceeds benefit the men and women of our Prizes, 50/50, All you can eat BBQ with all the
Armed Forces who have been severely injured in fix’ins $7.00, Sponsored by the Sons of Confederate
Oct 13th conflicts around the World. Veterans & SCV Mechanized Cavalry. Proceeds to
Benefit Ride for “March of Dimes” Contact Sailor @ 377-9973 or Jr @ 675-8488 benefit the Sam Davis Youth Camp. Come out have
– Harrisonburg, VA Sponsored by: AMVETS some Dixieland fun! Rain date Oct. 21st. Info, Mike
Riders Post #7 of Harrisonburg, VA. Saturday,
Oct 15th 757-619-0388, Rodney 757-718-1030
October 13th, 2007 Where: AMVETS Post
#7, 110 Waterman Drive, Harrisonburg, VA Valley Thunder XV - Staunton, VA
22801Registration starts at 9 am till 10 am - First Shenandoah Harley-Davidson/Buell is hosting Oct 20th
bike out at 10 am. Entry Fee $15 Single - $20 Valley Thunder XV! Join us for bands, a bike show, Benefit for Daniel Scott – Appomattox, VA
Couple. Proceeds will be donated to the “March and entertainment for the entire family. We will My son Daniel Scott had a terrible motorcycle
of Dimes”. Additional information is available by also have our 2008 Harley-Davidson and Buell bike accident on May 10th, 2007. He was flown to Duke,
calling Mitch/Dawn @ 540-434-4203 or Diann premiere! Join us for the fun! Contact Courtney NC where he stayed 2 months (doctors wanted
Trammell @ 540-289-3329Open to licensed & (540) 213-7433 or visit www.shenandoahhd.com his mother and I to take him off the ventilator, but
insured motorcycles No Drugs, No Alcohol, No we refused. He is now at Shepherds in Atlanta
Attitudes. March of Dimes is fighting to help save
Oct 18th - 21st Biketoberfest® - Daytona Beach doing everything the doctors said he couldn’t,
babies from premature birth.
FL Annual Motorcycle Festival held in the beautiful breathing, eating, talking and walking. He is doing
Oct 13th Daytona Beach area. Ride with us before the cold of everything but walking and he is improving on
Benefit Festival for David “Dave” Weaver winter sets in. Many, many great events countywide! that. We are having a benefit for him on October
– Amelia, VA Tom Scott Park on Five Forks Rd. (Rt. Sponsored by Daytona Beach Area CVB. Contact: 20th at Courtland Field in Appomattox, Va. A top
38) in Historic Amelia Court House Va. Janet Kersey, (866) 296-8970, Fax: (386) 255-5478. ten Harley and a Top Ten Non-Harley show. we
$250 Poker Run – first ride out at 9:00, last ride Email: jkersey@daytonabeachcvb.org. www. have 23” beautiful trophies, music by Southland
out at 12:00. Two led groups at 10:00 & 11:00 Biketoberfest.org Band and Silvercreek. Plenty of food (barbeque,
Open to all vehicles $15 per hand. Bike & Car bruinswick stew and chicken) drinks, water and
Show – Three classes – Car/Truck, Import, &
Oct 20th Budweiser will be there. Bike reg. is 10-noon, with
American. 3rd Place, 2nd Place, 1st Place and
Best in Class trophies awarded at 4:00. Live “Blood Sweat & Tears” run to Charlotte the bands starting at noon til dark. Thanks, Mark
Classic Rock courtesy of “Group Therapy” Food – Staunton, VA From Shenandoah HD on October Scott 434-942-0112.
& Refreshments on site, Silent Auction, Door 20th 2007. The Purpose of the run is to honor
Prizes, 50/50, Raffles Coolers Welcome/No our servicemen and women, especially the three Oct 21st
Glass. $15 gets you admission, a poker hand, entry/ local Marines that have died in Iraq. They will be Marine Corps League Toys For Tots Ride
participation in the bike & car show swap meet/ leaving at 7:30 Saturday morning the 20th. For more – Harley-Davidson Ocean City, MD
vendor space. General Admission is $5 kids under info visit www.shenandoahhd.com Harley-David son of Ocean City to Salisbury .
12 free. Come on out and support a good cause! Registration from 10 a.m. Visit www.hdoceancity.
Help a fellow rider! More info at:
http://mysite.verizon.net/vzewmyfx/ Oct 20th com for more information
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benefitpokerrunfordavidweaver/. Send questions to: 8 Annual Wheels That Heal Car Club’s Cruise
uncledavefund@hotmail.com. or call Lee Warner for a Cause – Harley-Davidson Ocean City, MD Oct 26th - 28th
@ 561-5335 between 10:00 am & 6:00 pm Open to all makes & models of cars, trucks, & 5th Annual Virginia Fall Classic - Newport News,
If you cant make it, donations can be made at: motorcycles. Registration fm 10am – 12 noon at VA www.VaFallClassic.org
David Weaver Benefit Fund, c/o Citizens Bank & K-Mart Shopping Center, Route 50 & Tilghman Rd.
Trust, P.O. Box 620 Amelia Va. 23002. Reg. cost is $20 or whatever you feel is appropriate cont. page 12
in Salisbury. Cruise leaves K-Mart at 12:30pm
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“The Fighting American on Freedom’s Battlefield”
by Daniel P. Ward
They’re not players on a field of sport nor actors on a stage,

for real is the dying, the bloodshed and the rage.
They didn’t come here hoping to carry away the spoils,
the fruit of others’ labor or the evidence of their toils.
And it isn’t vanity or hatred for the color of enemies’ skin,
But the belligerence toward Tyranny, that fires one from within.
Once, for the cause of Freedom—keeping slavery at bay,
Opposed in battle, were cousins and brothers,
But their children are friends, today.
Whether native-born, or a lineage from past centuries,

or newly-arrived from the shores of oppression, seeking to be free;
for this Republic, unique among nations established upon the earth;
they’ll defend with their lives, our God-given rights -
which honor individual worth.
Talk of Freedom isn’t idle, nor does to speak of it come cheap…

The ones who’ve paid, their bodies are laid below the sod
and beneath the deep.
I pray we do not lose the sense or knowledge of its cost;

This last place to stand on Liberty’s Land…
A hell of a pity, if to us She were lost.

West Virginia – Still
Wild and Wonderful
GREAT PLACES TO RIDE
I like to write about West Virginia. This is class fishery. SR28
the first in [another] series of articles on best takes you to some of the
rides in West Virginia. These are not the best wilderness in West
only great rides in West Virginia but it’s a Virginia including Dolly
start! West Virginia riding starts in the trees Sods and Spruce Knob.
and breaks out on a ridgeline somewhere There are opportunities
to reveal endless silver-blue silhouettes of to backpack and hunt.
mountains yet to conquer. What a powerful Cabins are available
feeling to be there. along the river allowing
Time is changing West Virginia. Two years bikers to stay and enjoy
ago, West Virginia changed its slogan to all the region has to offer.
“Open for Business” on major roads entering the state. About the same You will find many roads to explore like for example, Smoke Hole Road
time, new construction began on a major four lane highway running east to which feels ancient and remote as you ride through it.
west across the eastern panhandle in the state. The road provides access Twenty two miles down the river is Seneca Rocks. Known for its mountain
to the most scenic area of the state. Never mind the business slogan - it climbing and hiking, the area is popular with all outdoor enthusiasts. Bik-
is still wild and wonderful. What about the new highway “State Road 55” ers like to stop at the intersection of US 33 and SR 28 where good food
which bisects West Virginia beyond the I-66 corridor- a major route out of and gas are available to continue the journey through the mountains. You
the Washington D.C. metroplex? can spend a couple of days riding along US 220 and US 33 in this part of
I think the new highway is great. I have been traveling and living in West West Virginia so think about staying. To learn more about the area go to
Virginia for years. It is difficult crossing over steep ridges running north- www.westvirginia.com
south on tight mountain roads going east-west. These roads built in the Head west on SR55/US 33 you climb to Harman through steep and windy
50’s and 60’s are curves. You will pass over the Eastern Continental Divide on this stretch.
fun on a bike but Head north on SR32 you ride into high country known as Canaan Valley
frustrating if you – an area known for downhill and X-C skiing. Travel 19 miles to Davis,
are trying to get WV and find a good place to eat. Nearby is Blackwater Falls with a paved
somewhere. They road leading to this ferocious waterfall.
can be dangerous I like riding SR93 from Davis down to Scherr. It’s only 22 miles but you run
in bad weather with across wide open high country and then fall off the side of the Allegheny
no other alterna- fore knobs twisting and dropping steeply on your way to Scherr. It’s a
tives. small place, so don’t stop there but turn right and travel 18 miles back to
Now we have the Petersburg, WV on SR42.
best of both worlds. The loop from Petersburg is only about 65 miles but you will be tired from
Imagine taking an all the climbing and twisting through the mountains. Relax, and get a good
easy cruise on new State Road 55 which is cut and graded to provide fast night’s rest because if you stay overnight there is more to explore the next
access to some of the best riding in the East. Then, jump off the super- day. You may get tired and weary from mountain riding but you will never
highway when you get into the area you wish to ride. From that point, you tire of the exhilarating rides found in these West Virginia mountains.
can venture back into the twisties and see all of what makes West Virginia
famous. The new four lane highway (known as Corridor H) is not complete Safe travels. Life is best just cruisin’.
but an important segment from Baker to Moorefield is done. The highway
now provides ready access to the Potomac Highlands including Seneca
Rocks National Recreation area and the Canaan Valley.
There are many mountain roads in this part of West Virginia and all are
exciting rides with rewarding scenery. The focus of this article is to make
your first ride in the Potomac Highlands something to remember - it’s your
decision what’s next!
Directions for Riding
Coming from I-81 to the east, you can join U.S. 50 West in Winchester VA
and travel approximately 58 miles to Moorefield, WV via State Road 259
through Wardensville, WV or State Road 29 just south of Augusta. I very
much enjoy State Road 29 because it is a time warp to the past and the
twisties are especially tasty. Either route is a great way to loosen up on
your bike. The farm and mountain views are really good along the way.
A less scenic route (but easier to follow) would be to take SR 55 from
Strasburg, VA and travel the 48 miles to Moorefield, WV.
A great mountain loop in the Potomac Highlands begins in Petersburg WV,
just south of Moore-
field on SR28/55.
Heading south of
Petersburg on State
Road 28, you enter Matthew Allan is a moto-jour-
a gorge containing nalist living in Colorado and
the South Branch West Virginia. He keeps a ride
of the Potomac in both places to placate the road
River. This section demons that haunt him. He is the
of the Potomac is author of The Zen Guide to Motor-
a rocky mountain cycle Riding. He lives in the internet
stream and a world world at www.motorcycletraveler.com
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John “Rooster” Coyle
September 19th 1967 – September 13th 2007
It has been said that no one who has ever met John “Rooster” Coyle could have continued untouched in some
way by his character and generosity. He was best known for his annual “Frogs for Freedom Poker Run”. A charity event
for the Navy Special Warfare Foundation which raised money to assist the families of members of the Special Warfare
Community who have been killed in the line of duty, providing computers and scholarships to the children of these
fallen heroes. Rooster was known and admired by hundreds if not thousands nationwide. His endlessly caring nature
and unselfish generosity made him a true hero and role model for the military and biker communities alike. We lost our
beloved Rooster on September 13th only days before his 40th birthday due to complications after a severe motorcycle
accident on May 4th 2007. With his passing he leaves with us a legacy of compassion and a true desire to help those
in need. Rooster will be dearly missed, but his memory will live on with us all. -Daniel L. Watts

cont. from 5
Oct 27th Live Music, Food, Crafters, Children’s activities to benefit Warriors Defense Fund and other
3rd Annual Orphan Run – Williamsburg, VA and exhibits at Driver Days Fall Festival. Poker Run veteran charities. Registration 10am-noon at
Orphan Run...there has never been a better reason & Bike Show Rain Date is Sunday, Nov. 4, 2007. POPPAs PUB 2105 Diamond Springs Rd Virginia
to ride. Join hundreds of bikers as they make For more info Contact Holly Hoffler at (757) 538- Beach, VA 23455 (757) 460-5061. 5pm Party at
a difference in the lives of forgotten children. 3944 or Eddie Boyce at (757) 538-2848Sponsored KNUCKLEHEADS Roadhouse 401 N Witchduck
The 3rd Annual Orphan Run takes place by Boyce Performance Cycles, Hollydays! Inc., Rd Virginia Beach, VA 23462 (757) 644-6200. Live
Saturday, October 27, at Colonial Hills Estate in Knuckleheads Road House, Image Screen Printing, Band; door prizes; charity auction; 50/50; Bike
Williamsburg. Festivities will begin at noon and Precision Powder Coating, the Law Office of Tom Show(no chrome); info: caveman@vnvlvmc.com.
include live music, great food, bike show (trophies), McGrath, and Suffolk Division of Tourism. For more info visit www.vnvlvmc.com
giveaways, 50/50 drawing, and vendor displays.
Stage from one of three convenient locations: Nov 10th
NOVEMBER
Bayside Harley Davidson, Hampton Roads Harley 2nd Annual Battle of the Bands
Davidson and Richmond Harley Davidson at 9:30 Nov 3rd Sponsored by: The Prospect Suffolk Chapter of the
am with rides departing at approximately 11:00 am. Mid-Atlantic Toy Run - Fort Washington, Boozefighters. Location: AJ Gators, Chesapeake
Cost: $15 single / $20 couple. The event benefits MD 5th Annual Mid-Atlantic Toy Run Square Mall, 4300 Portsmouth Blvd. Time: 8 pm.
Orphan Helpers, a Christian outreach organization Saturday, November3, 2007 Harley Davidson of $10 donation or $5 with 2 can goods. Donation
dedicated to helping orphaned, abused and Washington (301-248-1200) 9401 Livingston Rd bins located at Aj Gators Chesapeake Square and
incarcerated children in Central America. Colonial Ft. Wash, MD Registration: 10am - 12:30pm Ride Centerville Turnpike, All Tune & Lube, Reeps
Hills Estate is located at 262 Thompson Lane, Departure: 1pm Minimum Donation: $15.00 or Riders, Fastlane, Draft 29, Tidewater Motorcycle
Williamsburg, VA 23188. For more information gift Certificate/Toy of equal value Vendors, Food, and Boyce Performance Cycles. Proceeds benefit
visit www.orphanhelpers.org or call Roma bikes, cars, music, 50/50 raffle Info: 301-893-2900 the Southeastern Food Bank.
757.722.6940. www.fireupthundrout.com Sponsored by HD of
Washington & Biker With Heart Foundation Nov 11th
Oct 27 th York 2007 Motorcycle Swap Meet - York, PA
Inaugural Poker Rally – Woodbridge, VA Nov 4th Presented by Cycle Promotions. 1 day only. Parts,
Please join our inaugural Poker Rally on 27 Oct Daylights Savings Time Ends – Fall Back - Set Accessories, Apparel. For more info call (336)
2007 from the Motorcycle Factory in Woodbridge your clocks back 1 hour! Dang! Lose an hour of 252-3101 or visit www.cycleprousa.com
Virginia . This is not your average poker run! daylight riding time…
Nov 11th Disabled American Vets Mobile Services
Modeled after the long distance road rallies, we Nov 10th Vietnam Veterans of America’s 25th Vehicle at Harley-Davidson of Ocean City, MD
give you the destinations, you determine the route! Anniversary Parade - in celebration of the DAV personnel will be contacted by mail. Visit
We’re hoping to use this event to raise awareness dedication of “The Wall” on Saturday, November www.hdoceancity.com for more information
on congenital heart disease through The Congenital 10, 2007. If you were there in 1982, you know why
Heart Information Network (www.tchin.org). The Nov 18th 5th ANNUAL TOY RUN - Sponsored by
you should be back for the 25th. If you weren’t
event starts and finishes at the Motorcycle Factory Pat Rogers Speedway Harley-Davidson. Proceeds
there in ’82, then this is the one to attend, because
Inc, 3820 Prince William Pkwy , Woodbridge VA. presented to Cooperative Christian Ministries
it is being held by us, for us. Come feel the healing
Registration occurs 9 – 11 Am. Last bike out 11:15 benefiting The Empty Stocking Fund. Rain or Shine.
power of “The Wall” and show our fallen brothers
am; last bike back 4:30 pm. For more information, Door Prizes, Free Food, Raffles, Entertainment.
and sisters the honor and respect they deserve. The
please contact Calvin Hagan, 703-897-9719, email Staging Kannapolis Intimidators Stadium 10:00
Opening Ceremony - on the Mall 10:00 a.m. until
chagan15@verizon.net. AM (I-85 N Exit 63, Left on Lane St, 0.4 miles on
11:00 a.m. The opening ceremony will start at
Right). Leave Stadium 1:00 PM – Police escort thru
10:00 a.m. and will take place on the Mall at 3rd
Oct 27th Cabarrus County to Pat Rogers Speedway Harley-
Street, between Jefferson and Madison Drives. The
Red Knights Maryland Chapter #7 Poker Run Davidson Dealership. Must bring new, unwrapped
Parade - 11:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Immediately
– Galena, MD Galena Vol. Fire Dept. Rt 290 E #90 toy to participate and be eligible for door prizes.
following the opening ceremony, the parade with
East Cross St, Galena, Md. Registration 9am to 704-979-RIDE. Contact: Jan Rummage, E-mail:
thousands of participants, military vehicles, floats,
11am $10 per hand to play. We will also be having jrummage@rogersnc.com. 704-979-RIDE (7433),
veteran motorcyclists, and marching bands steps
bike games, food, 50/50, and door prizes. Area car Website: www.speedwayharley-davidson.com
off. Along side the reviewing stand will be limited
clubs, and vendors on locations. Including 2 Wheel bleacher seating for those veterans and members Nov 20th
Apparel, Harwood V-Twin, Stone Cycle, All In One of the general public who wish to view the parade.
Artistry, and more. For more info. contact Jeff at Scorpions M/C 22nd Annual Toy Run, Bike
Washington Monument Grounds - 12 noon until
410-708-7698 or Gran at 410-708-1535. Show, and Blood Drive – Danville, VA The
6:00 p.m. Parade participants and the general
Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge Danville, Virginia,
public can enjoy a variety of activities and street
Oct 28th located on Hwy 58 east approx. 7 miles past city
vendors. If you have a group, or as an individual
SHERRI PARKER MEMORIAL POKER RUN limits. Gates open at 12noon. Days events: 8 bands
are interested in joining the parade, then you must
& BIKE SHOW – Suffolk, VA starting at 1pm, tattoo artist, venders, tattoo contest,
fill out an application form. Call toll free, 1-800-
Benefiting the Sherri Parker Memorial Fund, bike show, door prizes, 50/50, Southern Xetreme
VVA-1316 x151 or for more info visit www.vva.
Inc. $20.00 Donation per person includes a Championship Wrestling. Proceeds to benefit the
org/25thEvent/event_info.htm.
complimentary T-shirt for the first 250 registrants. Salvation Army Toys for Tots Program. Info: 434-
Poker Run Registration 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM Nov 10th Second Chance Day, at Harley- David 432-0456 or 434-836-3590
at Driver Volunteer Fire Dept. 4869 Bennett’s son of Ocean City, MD Bike Show, Bike Ride,
Nov 22nd
Pasture Road OR Knuckleheads Road House 400 Bike Games, live music, food and lots of fun. Visit
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!!
N. Witchduck Road, VA Beach. Parade of Bikes www.hdoceancity.com for more information
will stage at Sleepy Hole Park in Suffolk at 12:30 DECEMBER
prior to ride into Driver. Bike Show Registration Nov 10th
Dec 25th
12:00pm-2:00pm in Driver. Bike Show Trophies, VETERANS POKER RUN-Virginia Beach, VA
MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!
Poker Run Prizes, Door Prizes, Vendors and 50/50. Presented by VIETNAM VETS M/C, LEGACY
VETS M/C and SECOND BRIGADE M/C.
There’s Always Something Fun
Happening at Dirty Dicks!
Dirty Dicks Crab
House in Virginia
Beach always
has something
for everyone.
General Manag-
er, Dale Green,
keeps the res-
taurant hopping
& it’s definitely
known to the
locals as “THE
Place to be” with
activities & special events going on throughout the week &
especially on the weekends. With their love & support of
the motorcycle community, they hosted the very 1st Biker
Appreciation Party as a pre-kick off to Biker Appreciation
Month in October, to say “Thanks For All You Do” to the
area bikers. Dale & the staff greeted riders with open
arms & treated them to a delicious free buffet. They also
made sure there was plenty of great music for the riders to
enjoy as Triple Shot rocked the restaurant’s largest deck
in Virginia Beach overlooking Rudee Inlet.
BIKER PALS - Do you have a pet that loves to ride?

If so, email us a pic of your “Pal” along with their
name, what they ride & owners name(s). Pics must
be high resolution (300dpi) in order to print clearly.
Send to: thunderroadskelly@yahoo.com
Dirty Dicks isn’t only just “Biker Friendly” but “Environ-

mentally Friendly” as well. They hosted the 1st (there are
many more to come) Box Turtle Races out on the deck
to raise money for the Virginia Marine Science Museum.
“Santa” Duke provided the racers (turtles) all of which are
being rehabilitated in the comfort & safety of Duke’s back
yard. He rescues turtles that have been injured or hurt by
cars, lawnmowers, people & many other environmental
dangers that can be extremely hazardous to these pre-
cious creatures of nature. If you’d like to see these speed
demons in actions, give Duke a call at (757) 463-2163 or
email him at SantaDuke@aol.com to find out when they’ll
be hitting the track again. Visit www.dirtydickscrabs.com Bear Dog
for all of their exciting events coming up
7th Annual Delmarva Bike Week
Sept 13th – 16th, 2007
Delmarva Bike Week in Ocean City Md. has over 180
Vendors, food, music, friendly people, and Oh Yeah...
Bikes LOTS of bikes. The whole town is bikes and bike
friendly places to stay, shop, eat, and have your favorite
beverage. There is a Cruzin the Coast ride. The Ocean
City Harley Davidson Dealership has vendors, a dyno test,
food and bike event t-shirts & pins for sale. What a perfect
way to send the summer out with a bang! Hope to see you
there next year!
~ Ed & Faye ~
Atlantic Hotel at Delmarva Bike Week

If you haven’t been there you’ve missed a great time.
Bands in the parking lot from noon till midnight, but the
party doesn’t stop till the last one drops! There are ven-
dors of all kinds from t-shirts and leather to beer and piz-
za. They even have a burn-out pit and don’t worry about
your bike…there’s lots of security to watch over things
while you get some much needed sleep. The people who
own the Atlantic Hotel are the nicest people you would
ever want to meet. Charlie and Bill go out of their way to
make sure their guests are well taken care of. If you like
loud bikes, music, friendly.....sometimes loud people, or
just looking to get away and have fun, you should book
your room now for 2008. Give them a call at 1-800-3atlan-
tic. Tell them Thunderroads sent ya - You wont be sorry!
See ya there!
~ Ed & Faye ~
If you’ve got some “Hot Shot” pictures you’d like to share with us, please send them to thun-
deroadskelly@yahoo.com . Pictures must be high resolution (300 dpi) in order to print clearly.
All are welcome but please keep ‘em somewhat clean so everyone can enjoy!

MDA Poker Run and
Bike Show
by Dave Sutton
Lynchburg, Va.- Ever seen a moose on a motorcycle?
Well, on August 11, you could have seen a bunch of them
around here. No, Bullwinkle and friends didn’t invade. It
was the annual MDA Poker Run and Bike Show spon-
sored by the District 10 Moose Riders and Confederate
Cycles of Lynchburg. The Moose Riders and Confederate
Cycles have supported many worthy events in the area
and now it was their turn to host their own.
Over 50 bikes congregated at the Moose Lodge 1727
Family Center for the run while 27 proud owners put their
rides on display in the bike show. We headed south to an-
other Moose lodge in the nearby town of Altavista, which
treated us with great hospitality. Then, the ride headed to
one of Lynchburg Bikers’ favorite spots, Marilyn’s. After
some relief from the heat, across town we went to the
Tropical Grill. The mist piped over the outdoor dining area
was very welcome as the day was a scorcher. This run
was a little shorter than usual so that everyone could get
back to enjoy the bike show.
Once back at the Family Center, the fun continued with
fine food, cold beverages and good friends. When all was
said and done, $5,500.00 had been raised to help chil-
dren suffering with Muscular Dystrophy. The money was
presented during the Labor Day Telethon at the local MDA
headquarters. This was just one more of the thousands of
examples every year of Bikers going out to help those less
fortunate than ourselves.

2nd Annual Toy Rally
In The Valley
By Garth Hinz
Saturday August 25th, Walmart Distribution Center #7045

Mt.Crawford Va.and Manager Gary Brasseur sponsered
their 2nd Annual Fund Raiser ride for the Kluge Pediatric
Center at UVA. This years event raised nearly $10,000
from contributions from numurous local business includ-
ing; Outback Steakhouse,Mrs. Rowe’s Cafe,Auto Dealers,
Joe Bowman, Dick Meyers, and Dallas Hollar. Shenan-
doah Harley, Blue Ridge Power Sports, Valley Kawasaki,
Wayne Cycle, and Early’s Cycle Cernter, and the Walmart
network of empoyees. Just over 100 riders headed out
of the Walmart Distribution Center for a 3 hour senic ride
through the Valley,up the Blue Ridge Parkway and into
UVA Charlottsville where a hearty lunch was served by the
folks at Outback Steakhouse.

Motorcycles For The Cure
“Everybody knows
someone who has or
has had cancer,” says
Michael “Roadblock”
Knutsford. That’s part
of what inspired him
to form Motorcycles
For The Cure (MFTC)
earlier this year. He
points out that cancer is one of the leading causes of
death worldwide, claiming the lives of approximately 8 mil-
lion people every year. In the United States alone, cancer
accounts for roughly 600,000 deaths annually, and nearly
half of those occur among people under the age of 70.
Nationwide, almost 200,000 women are diagnosed every
year with breast cancer, and Roadblock notes that many
people don’t realize that approximately 1,400 men are
diagnosed with breast cancer each year.
But Mike’s focus is closer to home. Despite the name, and the planning of the 2nd Annual Fall Biker’s Bash - The
MFTC is not a Motorcycle Club but a fund-raising Orga- Ride for Breast Cancer is already well underway.
nization supported by the community and local business The community and local business owners have shown
owners that care about those in need. An important part tremendous support for MFTC’s fund-raising efforts. “A
of his foundation’s mission is that 100% of MFTC’s pro- lot of donors are anonymous,” says Roadblock., “or they
ceeds are donated to charity, and they work only with or- bring items with them to the event and donate them for the
ganizations who agree to keep at least 75% of all money auction and raffles.” Dian Love, one of five Directors for
raised by MFTC in the Tidewater area of Virginia. MFTC and LaDonna Joyce have donated a pink ribbon
One can guess from Mike’s accent that he has roots else- quilt that was auctioned at September’s event.
where. Born in New York and raised in the Boston area, Mike also goes on to say that his close friends always
he relocated to Hampton Roads in 2003. Mike has been wanted to be apart of something special that was help-
involved in charity work since he began riding a motoring a charity. There after, they joined as apart of MFTC’s
cycle in the late ‘90s. Most recently, he held a “Blessing of Board of Directors such as Michael Knutsford, Michael
the Bikes” event on June 2nd to raise money for the Sarah Beck, Tom Nussbaum,
Bonwell Hudgins Foundation, which supports programs Sandy Zalud, Mike Hall and Dian Love. Mike’s friends
for people with mental and/or physical disabilities. MFTC from Boston also had given sound advice from time to
has other events in the works, including a benefit to be time and also made a nice contribution to Motorcycles For
held in December to collect toys for kids, and plans for The Cure. We at MFTC thank all of those who contributed
another event in the spring to benefit children living with their support such as The McColgan family and all our
AIDS in Hampton Roads. The Annual Fall Bikers Bash new friends throughout Virginia.
for Breast Cancer will be well remembered. It was a blast In addition to donations, MFTC is looking for sponsors
from sign up at 9am till 7pm that evening with Vendors, and committee members. For more information, contact
Live Music, Raffles, Food and plenty of Door Prizes…it Michael “Roadblock” Knutsford at 757-961-9787, e-mail
was non stop fun. Mike carries a nickname of “Roadblock” him at Roadblock@M4TC.org, or visit their website at
because he has a way of keeping every one together and www.m4tc.org.
safe while riding in large groups. It was a wonderful time


HOG Heaven in ‘07, July 19-22 Canaan Valley WV State HOG Rally
the Mountain Resort for a weekend of camara-July 19-21, 2007

Resort WV. Nearly 1000 riders gathered at
derie, riding, activities, and pursuit of a Wild &

Wonderful good time. Do to the great recep-
tion and service from the folks at Canaan, this
is the 2nd year for this location, and with the
response of the Pendleton County Chamber
of Commerce and Tucker County’s Street Fair
on Friday night, this may be a reoccurring
location. Jon Wriston and fellow HOG staff
have done a excellent job of organizing the
event with the numerous activities, a variety of
vendors, scenic chairlift rides, group rides and
Poker Runs around the hills and valleys of the
mountain state. The Rally is located close to
Spruce Knob ( the highest point in WV ), and
Seneca Rocks for hiking and climbing. I like
to make the ride to Seneca Rocks a couple HOG Members L-R: Jerry Booth, Larry
of times each summer to get away from the Brown, Nathan Johson, Greg Duncan,
bustle of metropolitan Harrisonburg. Quite Jon Wriston, Ken Graham
refreshing, this cool morning, were the smells
as you get into the country. Today’s ride had .
the scent of wood smoke in the hollows, wild
flowers on the ridges, and the musky smell
of Black Walnuts in some shaded patches, I
guess it’s sort of aroma therapy as you ride
and not the usual smell of cut grass and Tur-
key houses of the Shenandoah Valley area.
Hats off to a great event in a great location.
~ Garth Hinz ~

Sherri Parker Memorial
We, the Sherri Parker Memorial Fund, Inc., and the many
friends and family of Sherri would like to extend our heartfelt
thanks for your support to the Sherri Parker Memorial Fund
and the Driver Volunteer Fire Dept. Your generous support
and compassion has made this event such a success and
kept Sherri’s memorial garden blooming year round as well
as providing much needed equipment to the Driver Volunteer
Fire Dept. Sherri was a Driver native and active member of
the biker community. She was tragically killed by a hit and
run driver while riding her Harley 14 years ago. Sherri was
a free spirited, kind hearted, giving and loving person. She
always helped those in need- no matter what. If you knew
Sherri you were very lucky and if you didn’t, this wonderful
event exemplifies her true love for people and shows what a
caring soul she was. We would like you to know that you are
helping to keep the memory of a beautiful person within our
hearts. We thank each and every one of you. Ride safe.
IN MEMORY OF OUR
GOOD FRIEND
GARY WOODFORD
Brotherhood
Webster defines “Brotherhood” as “the quality or state of being broth-
ers”. The fire service carries that a little further. In the fire service, the
brotherhood means being apart of a family. Everything done in the fire
service is done as a team. You eat, sleep, train, and put your life in the
hands of others as a team. A union is formed and other than blood fam-
ily members, you live and work with your second family. Each person
on your crew knows about your joys, sadness and proudest moments
that go on in your personal life. You get to a stage of comfort at the
job with your crew that you start doing things together on your days
off. Riding motorcycles on the open road, with the wind in your face
and taking in the gorgeous countryside forms a second brotherhood.
Firefighter motorcyclists riding together became the reason for starting
a motorcycle club called the Red Knights. Anyone that has served as a
firefighter can become an active member. Firefighters are truly blessed
to know the meaning of the word brotherhood and can experience it
two fold. The crew we put our life on the line with every day at work
and the crew we enjoy the open road with on our bikes. Contact your
local Red Knights chapter and become a member of the brotherhood.
You can locate the chapter closest to your location at www.redk-
nightsmc.com .Be safe on the road and please remember all those that
have given the ultimate sacrifice in your prayers.
Photos by Bo Albert

News Bytes
NTSB MISSES THE MARK The National Coalition of 83% and accounted for 28% of motorcycle fatalities while
Motorcyclists (NCOM) joins the growing chorus of Motor- representing about 9% of registered motorcycles. So,
cyclists Rights Organizations nationwide that take issue while overall fatalities per 10,000 registered motorcycles
with recent recommendations by the National Transpor- went up from 7.1 in 2000 to 7.5 in 2005, Supersports
tation Safety Board that States enact mandatory helmet were credited with 22.5 deaths per 10,000 registrations.
laws, and has released the following statement from The “Sport and Unclad Sport Bikes” category of motor-
James D. “Doc” Reichenbach II, Chairman of the NCOM cycles, also noted for their speed and agility, posted a
Board of Directors: “Motorcycle deaths in this country are fatality rate of 10.7 per 10,000, while “Touring” motorcy-
certainly reaching epidemic proportions. But without con- cles were 6.5 and “Cruisers and Standard motorcycles”,
ducting a thorough investigation, the NTSB’s claim seems which comprise the bulk of motorcycle registrations, were
to be it is the motorcyclists’ fault. Is it the motorcyclist’s statistically under-represented at 5.7 fatalities/10M. The
fault that they choose not to wear helmets and that larger study criticizes manufacturers for promoting the speed of
vehicles run over them? In 2004 Louisiana reinstated their Supersport bikes, noting that “speed” was cited in 57% of
mandatory helmet law. In 2006 the deaths jumped almost the Supersport fatal crashes and 46% of the fatal Sport
20%. The projection this year is it will jump more than and Unclad Sport Motorcycle accidents. Supersport bikes
10% again, reaching record numbers. In Florida since the also have the highest overall collision coverage losses
helmet law was amended the fatality rate for helmet-wear- among 2002 to 2006 model bikes, a figure almost four
ing riders has far exceeded that of non-helmet riders. In times higher than Touring motorcycles and six times
fact, in every injury category helmeted riders are suffering higher than Cruisers. The bikes are also popular targets
more injuries and deaths than helmetless riders. In 2005 among thieves, stolen at a rate seven times higher than
more than 59% of the motorcyclist deaths in Florida were the average for all 2002 to 2006 motorcycles. “Short of
helmeted riders. Since 2000 the motorcycle registrations banning supersport and sport motorcycles from public
have increased more than 160%. To believe there is no roadways, capping the speed of these street-legal racing
correlation between the increase of registrations and the machines at the factory might be one way to reduce their
increase in deaths is just sticking your head in the sand. risk,” suggests the IIHS report on the study. In the late-
In other words the NTSB thinks motorcyclists should be 80s the IIHS convinced Missouri Senator John Danforth
forced by law to wear a helmet even though helmeted rid- to introduce a bill in Congress calling for horsepower
ers represent 3 out of 5 fatalities. As far as the motorcycle limits on all motorcycles sold in the U.S., but he withdrew
riders costing the taxpayers money, NCOM certainly does his controversial “Super Bike Ban” following intense lob-
not agree with the statement to CNN about our children’s bying by motorcyclists’ rights activists and the motorcycle
health, nor do our more than 1,000 NCOM Member industry.
Groups across the country. What we are concerned with
is the idea that motorcyclists are being neglected as BRITISH CHARITY DEMANDS DOWNSIZING OF
taxpayers and citizens. We are Fathers, Mothers, Sons MOTORCYCLES A row has erupted in England after an
and Daughters. We are your next-door neighbors and influential road safety charity, RoadPeace, called on the
the Veterans who risked their lives to protect this coun- government to limit the weight, speed and power of high-
try in time of war. Are we to lose our rights because the speed motorcycles in an effort to slow the pace of rising
NTSB has not done their job of gathering information and rider fatalities. Make bikes slower to save lives, claims
instead just makes blanket statements? The NTSB should the charity in correspondence with the Transport Select
encourage motorcycle training and educate the non-riding Committee demanding that ministers issue new regula-
public that motorcycles are out there sharing the road.” tions “downsizing” motorcycles. The move has sparked a
furious reaction from the British Motorcycle Foundation,
“SUPERSPORT” MOTORCYCLES UNDER FIRE FROM notes the Evening Standard newspaper, and the BMF
INSURANCE INSTITUTE A recent media blitz by the has quit RoadPeace claiming it has been betrayed by the
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, an insurance organization it has been an active member of since 2002.
industry trade group, purports that so-called “Supers- The federation also questioned the charity’s figures, point-
port” motorcycles are nearly four times deadlier than all ing out that the majority of motorcycle accidents involved
other types of bikes and have the worst overall insurance riders of bikes with engines under 125cc. It suggested
losses. The IIHS study, which basically reviews existing that pedestrians and cyclists were responsible for many
federal FARS (Fatal Accident Reporting System) data collisions with motorcycles. In a statement, the BMF said:
and calculates motorcycle fatalities by type of motorcycle, “The vast majority of motorcycle accidents are caused by
blames the growing popularity of racing platform cycles other road users, road defects or by poor road design.”
amongst younger riders in part for a dramatic increase Sheila Rainger of the RAC Foundation, a motor vehicle
in U.S. motorcycle deaths, according to a September 11 safety charity, said: “RoadPeace is authoritative and is
article in USA Today.Motorcycle fatalities jumped 59% listened to but, unfortunately, in this case its demands are
from 2000-2005, while overall U.S. motorcycle registra- based on emotion, not facts.”
tions climbed 51%, but Supersport registrations were up
News Bytes
SOUNDING OFF ON THE NOISE ISSUE As record out that 2007 will still be the third-largest year for mo-
numbers of motorcycles hit the road, states and localities torcycle sales. Dealers noted that with supply catching
from Denver to New York are cracking down on motor- up to demand nationwide, consumers are getting better
cycle noise. Motorcycles have set new sales records for deals, with financing incentives, stable pricing, and great
14 consecutive years, with 1.2 million new bikes sold last values with added features such as anti-lock brakes, fuel
year, but not everybody is happy with the sound of that. injection and other technical improvements for very little
As of July 1, riders in New York can get slapped with $440 additional cost to consumers. Dealerships have reported
in fines for having loud exhaust pipes. Those revving their seeing an increase in sales of touring bikes and sport-
engines too loudly in Lancaster, Pennsylvania can get touring models, as graying riders – and their wives in the
$150 tickets. In Daytona Beach a city ordinance prohib- passenger seat – seek bigger more comfortable rides.
its operating “any noise-creating device for the purpose Another trend, again driven by the aging biker population,
of drawing attention to the source of the noise.” Denver is the move to trikes. New bike buyers are also demand-
now allows police to fine the owners of motorcycles with ing such add-ons as satellite navigational systems, even
mufflers that are not certified by the Environmental Pro- though they are relatively expensive. Motorcycle sales
tection Agency (EPA), which sets federal noise-pollution nationally have always been somewhat independent of
standards. Colorado AIM (Aid to Injured Motorcyclists) practical economics, Wade Rice of Rice Honda-Suzuki-
Attorney Wade Eldridge successfully challenged the first Victory told the Rapid City Journal. “They say 3 percent
two tickets issued under Denver’s new noise ordinance, of the population rides motorcycles. That’s the bad news,”
largely because the police didn’t use sound meters, and Rice said, but from the dealers’ perspective, “The good
ABATE of North Dakota is planning a court challenge and news is that 28 percent want them.”
has enlisted the assistance of AIM Attorney Ralph Vinje to
fight two citations issued under a new Bismarck munici- WEIRD NEWS: 2 Wheels + 160 mph + School Zone
pal noise ordinance, where officers armed with portable = 3 Years of Lockup According to NBC, a 20 year-old
decibel meters have been overzealously enforcing the Mesa, Arizona motorcyclist was recently sentenced to
new law since it went into effect August 1st. ABATE’s at- three years in prison for riding his 2006 Honda CBR 600
torney, Vinje, told the Bismarck Tribune that if the police through a school zone and crosswalk at speeds over
order an engine be revved for testing purposes there isn’t 160 mph. Enforcement officials first spotted the ex-racer
much choice, but he wouldn’t submit to the test volun- traveling at roughly 140 mph through morning rush hour
tarily. “The ability to make noise is not the same as mak- traffic, and a 30 minute pursuit ended with a foot chase
ing noise,” said Vinje, who owns a Harley-Davidson with that resulted in the man’s arrest. Apparently, his history
non-stock exhaust. “If they stop me for little or no reason of reckless driving and riding under a suspended license
and have you rev up your engine, that’s like asking you to didn’t help his argument in court.
break the law.” “My speedometer indicates my vehicle is
capable of doing 120 mph, but that doesn’t mean I will,” CANADIAN COLORS CASE GOES TO COURT In what
added Michael Jay, executive director of ABATE. Vinje is believed to be a provincial first, a trial date has been
and Jay feel that loud pipes do provide extra protection set for a Hells Angels member who was charged for wear-
for motorcyclists, announcing their proximity to drivers in ing his club colors in a bar, in violation of Saskatchewan’s
enclosed vehicles. The noise law “lends itself to arbitrary new colors ban. Richard Bandet, 34, is charged with the
and discriminatory enforcement,” said AIM Attorney El- ticket offence under a provision of the Safer Communities
dridge, who is also legal counsel for the Confederation of And Neighbourhoods Act (SCAN) that makes it against
Clubs of Colorado, “The police can stop you for whatever the law to wear “gang colours” in licensed establishments
reason.” like bars. Under the act, “colours” refers to “any sign,
symbol, logo or other representation identifying, associ-
MOTORCYCLE SALES SLOW The runaway freight ated with or promoting a gang or a criminal organiza-
train of motorcycle sales may finally be slowing down. tion.” On June 9, during the same weekend as a poker
For more than a decade, motorcycles recorded record run involving the club, Moose Jaw Police were checking
sales figures, often showing double-digit annual increas- local bars for SCAN infractions when they noticed a biker
es, defying nationwide economic slowdowns and stock wearing his colors. Under SCAN, those found guilty of a
market dips. But for the first half of 2007 the Motorcycle first offence under the gang colors section of the legisla-
Industry Council reports that U.S. motorcycle sales are tion face a maximum $10,000 fine and/or one year in jail.
down for the first time since the mid-90s, and were off by Subsequent offences carry a maximum fine of $25,000
7% compared to the first six months of last year. Theories and/or one year in jail.
abound, with some suggesting the rise in gas prices and
bleak economic picture are making consumers cautious. QUOTABLE QUOTE: “This nation will remain the land of
Others say sub-prime concerns in the housing and auto the free only so long as it is the home of the brave.”
sectors are making loans less available. Others blame a Elmer Davis (1890-1958), American radio announcer and
summer of freaky weather. Others say the slight decline news commentator
in sales nationwide is a blip that won’t last, and point

with BZgal, Tigger
& Apehanger
The Future is Now

Traveling and playing with notable bands such as Molly
Triple Shot
Triple Shot
Triple Shot
Hatchet, Levi Little, and Dave Matthews Band, Triple Shot
performs the same great music with the intensity and
meaning that inspired these legends. Mike Hayman, Tim
Russell and Mark Palmer, form the three-piece profes-
sional band performing with the same power and muscle
of the bigger groups.
Triple Shot favors bike /charity events up and down the
East coast. They love to play anywhere, anytime! How-
ever, if the burnout pit located next to the stage, give ‘em
an extra day or two to clear the old airways before the
next show!
In addition to playing the cover music, Mike writes origi-
nal lyrics and the basic riffs and collaborates with Mark
and Tim to expand upon it. Writing and creating original
music is essential to the experience of being a true musi-
cian. The greatest reward is the song, story or message
that helps someone relate to it in their own life or hey, just
forget life for a little while.
In August, their concert was recorded at the 24th Street
Stage in Virginia Beach . This DVD and newest CD, The
Future is Now, will soon be available on their website:
www.TripleShotrocks.com. Be sure to check back often
for updated scheduled performances.
If you are a band with original music, go to the website
for info on the concert in Spring 2008. Exciting opportu-
nity for exposure for new bands or established bands to
perform their new music!

These Eyes
These eyes are a window to my soul;
Which is pouring out of my body;
And into the country road;
I watch our shadows fade as the sun sets;
I’ve never experienced something more beautiful than this;
We are practically racing the sun;
My helmet on;
And my hair undone;
The pressure of the wind against me;
It feels like time is not important;
And problems have now become part of the past;
I can feel another person inside of me soaring out of me;
Flying freely in the purple and red toned sky;
I would be a disaster without this bike;
You would have to be a true biker
To know what it’s like.
ManTech Employees in Chantilly, VA demonstrate support for our

U.S. Armed Forces by wearing red shirts on Fridays

Club Directory
ABATE of Virginia welcomes all riders to join in the fight to protect your rights. No Bone Shaker’s Social Club ( BSSC) Rolling Thunder® Inc. - Chapter 4 VA
matter what you ride, we want YOU! For more info contact Douglas Findlay at 202- We meet the first Tuesday of each month at Boneshaker’s Saloon, 1297 Meets 3rd Monday every month @ Moose Lodge #715, located at 2307
250-0799 or ABATEofVA@gmail.com. Stay on top of the latest ABATE news and General Booth Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451. All meetings are open to Lakeside Dr., Lynchburg VA. Public welcome.
events by visiting www.ABATEofVA.com . the public and all are welcome. P.O.Box 3077, Virginia Beach, Va 23457 Website: www.rollingthunderch4va.com
(757) 961-8382
ABATE Coalfield Riders Chapter Rolling Thunder,® Inc. - VA Chapter 5
meets 7pm every 3rd Sunday at Little Big Horn Steak House, in Deel Fork, Grundy, Buell Owners in the DC area Meetings are held every 2nd Sunday of the month @ American Legion, Post 2,
VA 24614. Everyone welcome. For more information contact Steve Stacy at 276- Meets 1st Sat, 10 am at H-D 820 Winfield Road, Petersburg, VA 23803Mike Walton, President (804) 640-1333
935-2484 or sstacy@eqt.com.
Castaways Riding Club - Tidewater, VA Shenandoah Valley HOG
ABATE Culpeper Chapter Meets 3rd Weds of the month. Wherever your mind wonders…ride after it! Monthly meeting @ Verona, Va. Moose alternates 2nd Sunday next month 2nd
meets 7pm every 2nd Thursday at Al’s Bar in Culpeper, VA(call for address). www.castatwaysrc.com or email tailgunjoe@cox.net Tuesday. hog hotline (540) 946-9992, www.shenandoahhog.com
Everyone welcome. For more information contact Wayne Stephens at 540-937-
5568 or ABATE@earthlink.net. Central Virginia Chapter of the Victory Motorcycle Club Sisters of Chrome Women Motorcycle Club/Maryland
Bill Robinson, Chapter President Women Content to grabbing the handlebars and steering our own motorcycles. www.
ABATE First Capitol Chapter Email: wrr1home@comcast.net sistersofchromemc.com . Contact Sugar Bear – sistersofchrome@aol.com
meets 9am every 1st Sunday at Moose Lodge 757, 5429 Richmond Rd, Cell: (804)339-3784 Home: (804) 737-7910 or (410) 477-5557.
Williamsburg VA 23188. Everyone welcome. For more info contact Gene Spare at
757-369-0755 or 1st_Capitol@widomaker.com. Central VA Trail Riders SONS OF THUNDER MOTORCYCLE MINISTRIES
Meets 7 pm on 1st & 3rd Tues. 1509 Chesapeake Ave, Chesapeake, VA 23324 www.sonofthundermm.com
ABATE Iron Horse Cavalry Chapter of Lynchburg & surrounding counties At a Richmond Rest. Info: (804) 272-8038 peglegjoe@verizon.netWe meet every first Saturday of each month at thunder alley
meets 7pm every 1st Tuesday at Mary Jane’s Café, (Kemper Street Station) Call for directions 757-543-1857 or 757-619-4073. Also we have JC’S Fellowship
Lynchburg VA Everyone welcome. Coordinator Tony Tronco (434) 944-1177 Christian Motorcyclist Association Northern Virginia Chapter 348 Church where bikers are welcome. Come as you are – meeting place: Thunder Alley.
www.nvcrcma.com NVCR meets 3rd Sat each month @ Old Country Buffet in Times: Sunday 9 am & 6 pm; Wed. 7 pm; Thurs.(Recovery Program) 7 pm. All our
ABATE Lonesome Pine Chapter Manassas runs go to JC’S Recovery House – All people that we help through this house are by
meets 6:30pm every 1st Tuesday at Mosby’s Restaurant, 205 Ridgeview Rd, Wise @ 9:00 am, President – Rick Saunders, nvcrmail@msn.com application and acceptance based on they’re desire for help.
VA 24293. Everyone welcome. For more info contact Shag Meade at 276-565-
4541 or shagedawg@hotmail.com.
CMA/Blue Ridge Christian Riders (Roanoke area)
Meets 3rd Mon. at RVHD 1925 Peters Creek Rd, Roanoke, VA The Southern Cruisers Riding Club - Hill City Chapter of Lynchburg, Va. meets the
ABATE Mason-Dixon Chapter second Wednesday of every month @ Vinny’s Italian Restaurant @ 7:00pm. Please
Info: (540) 588-6191
meets 8pm every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at John’s Place, 11104 Lee Hwy, Fairfax VA contact the following if interested. Phil Stanley-First Officer @ jacker7@verizon.net.
22030. Everyone welcome. For more information contact Bob Seoane at 703-206- Rhonda Moyers, Second Officer: rmoyers@verizon.net. Please visit our web site
0571 or 703-309-6605 or NightTommy2@yahoo.com. Concours Owners Group
COG – Northeast Area www,concours.org/ne www.hillcitycruisers.com
ABATE Olde Dominion Chapter Mid-Atlantic Region Luray, VA #1887
meets 8pm every 1st Monday at JV’s Restaurant, 6666 Arlington Blvd, Falls Patrick Sprague (540) 743-4874 Southern Virginia American Legion Riders
Church, VA. Everyone welcome. For more info contact Nick Mursin at 301-633- Email: psprague@shentel.net We are open to all bikes & all Veterans’ & family members of Veterans. P O Box 57
0917 or nmursin@hotmail.com. Colonial Heights, VA 23834, (804) 526-4167, email: herbiewms@netscape.com
Down By Law 757 MC Club
ABATE River City Chapter www.downbylaw-mc.com President – “Quiet Storm”
Email: quietstormzx9@aol.com Star Touring & Riding Chapter 188
Starting Saturday, July 7 we will meet at Talons (11800 Hull Street Rd., about 1 mile
5461 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 http://vbstar.mav.net email:
east of Rt. 288) on the first Sat. of each month at 11am. Everyone welcome. For
more information contact Steve Skeens at 804-389-8293 or Hawgske@msn.com. EZRR Club, Inc. Richmond, VA ccnkcstarriders@aol.com, contact Lisa Laufer @ (757) 646-6738 or (757)646-6734
Info: (804) 932-4784/www.riders-inc.com Llaufer1@cox.net
ABATE Virginia Cruisers Chapter
meets 1pm every 1st and 3rd Sunday at Moose Lodge # 1119, 2307 60th St, GWRRA chapter K of Roanoke Star Touring & Riding Chapter 208 - Richmond, Va
Hampton VA 23661. Everyone welcome. For more info contact Donald Cournoyer, Meets 3rd Thursday, Holiday Inn Airport Meets the 3rd Thursday each month, check the website for more info.
757-723-2019 or RDevilsDlite@verizon.net. Web address: http://www.communities.msn.com/GWRRAVAK http://startouring.org/chapter208/ Contact: Bob Gagne (804)458-4759 or
Chapter Directors: Jerry & Linda Hall (540) 387-0897 rjgagne1106@adelphia.net
American Cruisers Motorcycle Club Chapter 54 - Chesapeake, VA
President Jack Wright (757) 465-8578, Ruddfan4life@cox.net www. GWWRA Chapter D of Richmond VA STAR touring and riding chapter 260 Winchester VA, meets 2nd Saturday,
americancruisers.us 2236 Cedar Crest Rd. Richmond, VA 23235 9am at Golden Corral in Winchester,VA on 522. 4th Sunday rides also. Email:
starchapter260@yahoo.com for info
American Cruisers Motorcycle Club Chapter 57 - Va. Beach,Va. GWTA THE LOONEY TOON RIDERS
President Brian Brooner, E-Mail brooner1@cox.net Meets at 460 Western Sizzlin, 2nd Sat each month at 2 pm TAMA – TIDEWATER ALBEMARLE MOTORCYCLE ASSOCIATION. ALL clubs
For more info call (540) 265-2986 or any organization that hosts rides/events are welcome to attend. Come out & meet
Army of The Lord, Virginia (Virginia Beach) Christian Riding Group some good people from all around the area. We’re all working together so that each
Meets 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month. 7:30 pm Hampton Roads Southern Cruisers Riding Club Chapter #26 one our rides/events can be scheduled not to conflict with others & then we can all
Overseer: Rich “Sluggo” Segarra 757-450-4190 Website http//bikers.crusading.org/ have a successful turnout. Our meetings are held @ 7PM on the 3rd Thursday of
sluggo@armyofthelordva.org “Cruiser” Mosher 1st Officer HRSC every month (except December) at the Golden Corral, on the corner of Volvo Pkwy &
www.armyofthelordva.org Curzer1500@yahoo.com Battlefield Blvd in Chesapeake, VA
Bayside Hog – Meets 7pm on 3rd Friday at Bayside Harley-Davidson Heaven Bound Bikers Virginia Bikers Association Inc.
Meets 2nd Sat. each month 9am riders in South Hill (434) 372-3785 a great ride after P. O. Box 1591, Hillsville, VA 24343, www.vabikersassoc.org, email: director@
Outer Banks HOG – Meets 2pm, 1st Saturday at Outer Banks Harley-Davidson each meeting vabikersassoc.org
Bikers with Heart Foundation, Inc. Heaven’s Saints Motorcycle Ministry Virginia Freedom Riders
501 ©3 Non-Profit Organization, National Fallen Biker Memorial Weekend, P.O. 4181 Worsham Rd. Powhatan, Va 23139 (804) 598-9026; rodneyrides@juno.com P O Box 1387, Suffolk, VA 23439-1387 www.vfr.race.com President: Bernie Adams
Box 291 Bryantown, MD 20617, Office: (301) 893-2900 Email: bikerswithheart@ www.heavenssaints.com Email: Bernie@vfr-race.com Membership Officer: Sandy Cartwright email:
yahoo.com Honda Riders Club (HRC), Appalachian M/C sandy@vfr-race.com
Website: www.fireupthundrout.com/bikerswithheart Meetings & open rides on 4th Sundays, 11 am at Loudoun Motorsports in
Motto: We Ride Because We Care Leesburg, VA Info: (703) 777-1652 V MAX Owners Association
Eric Ellerman- Regional Director, 8009 Robincrest Ct., Fuquay Varina, NC 27526
Blue Knights Virginia Chapter III Honda Riders Club (HRC) (919) 567-1991 home, (919) 244-4660 cell, 150*132514*24 Nextel Direct Connect
Richmond, VA (804) 379-0578 Manassas Honda Rider’s Club Meets 1st Tues 7:30 pm Stonewall Jackson VFD Jimmy Rey - Chapter Leader Virginia/District of Columbia, 5901 Atteentee Rd
7814 Garner Road, Manassas, VA Info: (703)361-2233 Springfield, VA. 22150-3906, Day: 703-560-0600 x 15, Cell: 703-618-2333
Blue Knights Law Enforcement MC/VA Chapter V – Hampton Roads Tony Waterman - Charlotte, NC Chapter Leader, 6144 Roseway Ct., Harrisburg , NC.
Meets 4th Wed every month 7 pm, 110 Kempsville Rd, Chesapeake, VA Indian Riders Group 28075-6509, Eve: 704-454-5753
Club President – Susan Taylor (757) 531-1224 VA Beach Indian Riders Info: (757)449-6017 www.vabirg.com
blueknightsva5@yahoogroups.com Williamsburg Riders MC Club
http://members.bellatlantic.net/~vze4sw29/bkva5.htm Iron Horse Ministries We meet at the Capitol Pancake and Waffle House at 800 Capitol Landing Road,
Meets the last Friday of every month at 7:00pm; room 235 in the LCA Williamsburg, VA on the 2nd Sunday of each month (except May which is on the 2nd
Blue Knights Law Enforcement MC/VA VII building at Thomas Road Baptist Church on Candlers Mountain Rd. in Sat. due to Mother’s day) at 9am for breakfast & leave by 10 am (unless earlier time
www.bkvavii.org Lynchburg VA. We also have a Biker Bible Study every Sunday morning is set by ride leader). We are usually headed off for a ride of about 75 – 300 miles
Pres. George A. Cipra depending upon the weather and who shows up to ride. The club is open to all
at 9:30 in the same room. For more information contact Pastor Steve
at email@ironhorseministries.org or call him at (530)305-4095. makes of motorcycles and all abilities are welcome. Contact John Heckman www.
Blue Knights Law Enforcement MC/VA VIII williamsburgriders.org
Meets on 1st Wed at the Charlottesville FOP Lodge
LadyRiders, Inc. Motorcycle Club - Northern Virginia Area
Info: Willie Barnett (804) 589-1824 Wings Over History
Meets 2nd Monday of the month, schedules rides 4th wked of month
See www.ladyriderinc.com or write luv2ride@ladyriderinc.com Gold Wing Road Riders Assoc.
Blue Knights Law Enforcement MC/VA Chapter X Appalachian Region N. Virginia District Georgia & Ken Sladak, Directors, 9612
Yorktown, VA www.blueknightsvax.com Alfaree Rd., Richmond, VA 23237
Queen Beez Motorcycle & Social Association
Blue Knights Law Enforcement MC/VA XIII Danville, Virginia www.queenbeezmsa.com P O Box 35396
Richmond, VA 23235 info@queenbeezmsa.com Women on Wheels
meets on 13th of every month Club President - Keith Johnson www.womenonwheels.org NOW FORMING VA CHAPTER Call (800) 322-1969
www.blueknightsvaxiii.com
Richmond Riders or email: Ironheadbiker@yahoo.co
Blue Ridge Christian Riders CMA Chapter 264 www.richmondriders.com 2nd Sunday every month meets for Bikes in the Bottom
Meets 3rd Monday of each month at 6:30pm Roanoke Valley Harley-Davidson 9:30am Poe’s Pub on Main St. Contact Jason webmaster@richmondriders.com
dealership. Contact: Steve Lemay (540) 721-1969, Graffan Reynolds (540) 588-
6191, Dave Miller (540) 362-3962

7th Annual Outer Banks Bike Show
There was no better way to spend the Labor Day weekend out & Tattoo contests, Poker Run with the state’s largest
holiday than out on the huge deck overlooking the Cur- purse of $5000 & a Ride In Bike Show. There were many
rituck Sound at Barry’s Walnut Island Restaurant & Resort other fun & games that went on throughout the weekend
with plenty of bikes, burnouts & endless fun. Every year in between all the great food, drinks, vendors & the music
on Labor Day weekend, owner & fellow rider, Barry Nelms, of from the band Triple Shot kept the “Sound” jammin’ all
pulls out all the stops & hosts the biggest biker event in the weekend long. If you couldn’t make it out this year, make
Mid-Atlantic region. You couldn’t have asked for a more your plans for ’08 now…this is one huge biker party you
picture perfect setting & the weather was absolutely gor- won’t want to miss….we’ll see you there!!!
geous for the thousands of riders that rolled in throughout (Barry’s Walnut Island, 169 Walnut Island Blvd, Grandy,
the 3 day event. On tap for featured excitement was Burn- NC 27939, (866) 453-2261 or (252) 453-2261, www.outer-
banksbikeshow.com & www.walnutisland.com

THE MARBLE
HOT Plate
A True story by Jimbo
In October of 2001, I was riding my police edition Roadk-

ing to work. It was a Saturday morning around 6:30 A.M .
and a chilly 29 degrees. There was hardly no traffic and a
beautiful sunrise was coming over the horizon. I was trav-
eling west on the Trail of Tears Corridor and was about to
exit on to Madison Boulevard. I was traveling in the right
lane while a Jeep Cherokee was in the left lane. I was
approximately two bike links behind him when all the sud-
den the Jeep made an immediate right hand turn. I had
no where to go so I down shifted into 3rd gear but it was
obvious we were going to collide. So, I let go of the han-
dlebars and the impact sent me sailing across the vehicle
with my right leg catching his luggage rack and it pierced
through my chaps and into my shin. After sliding down
the highway on my helmet and right shoulder, I realized,
hey I made it. I am still breathing and I knew I was alive
because of the pain in my leg. The ambulance was called
and all the police and other rescue people were there to
take care of me. Once they got me to the hospital and
started working on me, they told me it was a miracle that I
survived. They said that my bike was in about five pieces
and that I was a long way from the scene.
This is were the marble comes in. You see, I worked
with a gentleman who always carried marbles and if you
were feeling down or having a bad day, he would give
you a marble and say, “Rub this between you fingers and
say a prayer and it will be alright.” Well, at the hospital
they had taken all of my belongings and put them into a
bag. When it was time for me to go home, they brought
my bag to me. Inside, was my wedding band, my wal-
let and a marble. I asked my wife, “Did you grab my
marble out of my cup before you came to the hospital?” I
thought she might have grabbed it and put it in my hand
so I could pray that all would be well. Well, she said, “No,
you must have had it.” I told her that I did not have it. I
never carry it with me. When we got home, I asked her
to please go see if my marble was in my cup. She came
back and said, “Yes, here it is.” It was still in there. So
we wondered how did this marble end up in my pocket if I
left mine at home. As we sat there and thought, I asked
her what day did Ted (the guy who used to pass out the
marbles) die. She looked and said, “It was a year ago
today.” Well, that sent shivers down my spine. The only
thing I can figure out is Ted was riding with me that day
and put a prayer marble in my pocket.

The Joker’s Wild
A blind man wanders into an all girls biker bar by before him. The flight attendant then asked the minister
mistake. He finds his way to a bar stool and orders if he would like a drink. He replied in disgust, “I’d rath-
some coffee. After sitting there for a while, he yells to er be savagely raped by brazen whores than let liquor
the waiter, “Hey, you wanna hear a really good blonde touch these lips.” Billy-Bob promptly handed his drink
joke? The bar immediately falls absolutely silent. In a back to the flight attendant and said, “Damn, me too. I
very deep, husky voice, the woman next to him says, didn’t know we had a choice here.”
“Before you tell that joke, sir, I think it is only fair --
given that you are blind -- that you should know five A married couple was in a terrible accident where
things: 1. The bartender is a blonde girl with a baseball the man’s face was severely burned. The doctor told the
bat. 2. The bouncer is a blonde girl. 3. I’m a 6-foot tall, husband that they couldn’t graft any skin from his body
175 lb. blonde woman with a black belt in karate. 4. because he was too skinny so the wife offered to do-
The woman sitting next to me is blonde and a profes- nate some of her own skin. However, the only skin on
sional weightlifter. 5. The lady to your right is blonde her body that the doctor felt was suitable would have to
and a professional wrestler. Now, think about it seri- come from her buttocks. The husband and wife agreed
ously, Mister. Do you still wanna tell that joke?” The that they would tell no one about where the skin came
blind man thinks for a second, shakes his head and from, and they requested that the doctor also honor their
mutters, “Well, hell no.....not if I’m gonna have to ex- secret. After all, this was a very delicate matter. After the
plain it five times.” surgery was completed, everyone was astounded at the
man’s new face. He looked more handsome than he
The Priest and the Rabbi were sitting next to each ever had before. All his friends and relatives just went on
other on an airplane. After a while, the priest turned and on about his youthful beauty! One day, he was alone
to the rabbi and asked, “Is it still a requirement of with his wife, and he was overcome with emotion at her
your faith that you not eat pork?” The rabbi respond- sacrifice. He said: “Dear, I just want to thank you for ev-
ed, “Yes, that is still one of our laws.” The priest then erything you did for me. How can I possibly repay you?”
asked, “Have you ever eaten pork?” To which the rabbi “My darling,” she replied, “I get all the thanks I need ev-
replied, “Yes, on one occasion I did succumb to temp- ery time I see your mother kiss you on the cheek.”
tation and tasted a ham sandwich.” The priest nod-
ded in understanding and went on with his reading. A An elderly gentleman had serious hearing problems for
while later, the rabbi spoke up and asked the priest, a number of years. He went to the doctor and the doc-
“Father, is it still a requirement of your church that you tor was able to have him fitted for a set of hearing aids
remain celibate?” The priest replied, “Yes, that is still that allowed the gentleman to hear 100%. The elderly
very much a part of our faith.” The rabbi then asked gentleman went back in a month to the doctor and the
him, “Father, have you ever fallen to the temptations of doctor said, “Your hearing is perfect. Your family must
the flesh?” The priest replied, “Yes, rabbi, on one oc- be really pleased that you can hear again.” The gentle-
casion I was weak and broke with my faith.” The rabbi man replied, “Oh, I haven’t told my family yet. I just sit
nodded understandingly and remained silent, thinking, around and listen to the conversations. I’ve changed my
for about five minutes. Finally, the rabbi said, “Beats a will three times!”
ham sandwich, doesn’t it?”
My flight was being served by an obviously gay flight
A little old man is walking around in a supermarket attendant, who seemed to put everyone in a good mood
calling out, Crisco, Crisssssssco! “Soon an assistant as he served us food and drinks. As the plane prepared
manager approaches him and says, “Sir, the Crisco is to descend, he came swishing down the aisle and told
in aisle 3.” The old guy replies, “Oh, I’m not looking for us that “Captain Marvey has asked me to announce that
the cooking stuff. I’m calling my wife. She’s in here he’ll be landing the big scary plane shortly, so lovely
somewhere...” The clerk is astonished. “Your wife’s people, if you could just put your trays up, that would be
name is Crisco?” The old guy answers, “Oh no, no, super.” On his trip back up the aisle, he noticed this well-
no. I only call her that when we’re out in public.” “I dressed and rather Arabic looking woman hadn’t moved
see,” said the clerk. “What do you call her at home?” a muscle. “Perhaps you didn’t hear me over those big
“Lard ass.” brute engines sweetie, but I asked you to raise your tra-
zy-poo, so the main man can pitty-pat us on the ground.”
Ole’ Biker Pete shuffled slowly into an ice cream par- She calmly turned her head and said, “In my country, I
lor and pulled himself slowly, painfully, up onto a stool. am called a Princess and I take orders from no one.” To
After catching his breath, he ordered a banana split. which (I swear) the flight attendant replied, without miss-
The waitress asked kindly, “Crushed nuts?” “No,” he ing a beat, “Well, sweet-cheeks, in my country I’m called
replied, “Arthritis.” a Queen, so I outrank your ass.
Tray-up, Bitch.”
A pompous Baptist minister was seated next to Billy-
Bob on a flight across the country. After the plane was
airborne, drink orders were taken. Billy-Bob asked for
a whiskey and soda, which was brought and placed

The Joker’s Wild
Weathering Winter ing power. Some battery’s charge level read ok but don’t
have enough cranking amperage to help with starts in
the cold weather. This brings up the safety net of a bat-
Just when you think summer would go on forever, fall tery tender to plug in for the down time of your motor-
comes knocking on your doorstep. Now is the time to cycle. Let’s face it - batteries just don’t like the cold.
prepare yourself to not loose money to expensive repairs The last step in the winter prep should be to protect
to your motorcycle because you didn’t get it ready for your bike with a good coat of wax on the paint and
the change in season. If you didn’t notice one of the key chrome. This also applies to anything on your bike that
words in the last sentence was change. This means it’s qualifies as leather; you’ve got to protect it too with a
time to change out the items on your motorcycle that will conditioner. The barrier that you create by doing this will
get it through to spring. help to keep your investment from harm to the elements.
The steps to prep your motorcycle are small, com- Now before you park the motorcycle, take the time to
pared to putting off or not doing it at all. One of the firstmake sure the tires have the correct pressure in them.
things, whether you have the mileage that would require These preventative measures should help get you
it or not is a fresh oil and filter change. Keep in mind if through the cold months, for those that don’t ride year
your running heavier viscosity oil in the warm months, round. For those that do ride, it’s still not a bad idea to
you need to switch to a lighter weight oil for the cold do this to your motorcycle anyway. I would like to take
months. Along with the crankcase, the fluids, the primary the time to thank my friend and sounding board for this
and transmission cases should be changed also if it ap- article, Chris Cowden Mechanic at Bayside Harley-Da-
plies to your particular make of motorcycle. vidson.
Next thing to think about is a fuel stabilizer, to help you
get through the winter, whether you ride year round or Happy Motoring,
not. This measure will prevent gum build up from gas sit- Timm Faesi
ting stagnant for extended periods of time. Clean up for
this can get pretty expensive if you don’t add a stabilizer
to your tank. Along with this, keeping the tank as full as
possible will aide in reducing moisture build up.
It’s not a bad idea to change out your spark plugs un-
less you have done it real recently, a small expense for
piece of mind on starts in cold weather. Speaking of cold
starts, make sure that your battery is up to snuff. You can
do this by having it checked for charge level and crank-
ROAD TRIP
by Miss Penny
This weekend Bernie and I took a little road trip to Hillsville, Virginia
to attend Thunder on the Mountain. VABA put on an awesome event,
complete with two Poker Runs. I chose the long run because it went
through a tunnel and I thought that sounded like it would sound cool to
roar through a tunnel with 50 other bikers. It did not disappoint me.
When we got back to the campsite I parked my trike in the bike show.
When it came to our turn to ride down the “runway” for all to see, Bo came
running over to tell me something was wrong with the exhaust. I turned
around in time to see him smack the tailpipe with his hand and say “Oh
no”. I asked “Can I ride her?” and he replied “She ought to be OK to go up
and down the runway once”. I had no clue what was wrong, but I knew my
number was up to show off the trike, so I turned my attention to ground in
front of me and took off. When we returned to our spot I hopped off and
ran to the back of the trike, just in time to see the header come loose and
droop to the ground. All I could think of was “Lovely. I’m 250 miles from
home and there ain’t no way this trike is getting me there in this condition.”
Within moments Bo assessed the situation and announced we needed
some kind of wire to hold the header up off the ground and a clamp to try
and close the huge crack in the tailpipe. Another biker ran off to get a coat
hanger. My buddy Boil thought he could find a clamp. By the time Bernie
ran down to check everything out, we had a plan. Bo took charge and
wired the header up with the coat hanger. Boil and another biker donated
a couple of clamps. But we still had a fairly large crack in the tailpipe and
it was clear we needed something to cover it or I would be sucking air all
the way home. Beth ran over to the trash can and came back with a beer
can, which Bo cut the ends off of and then sliced down the middle to make
a nice piece of metal that covered the crack just beautifully. Between the
beer can, clamps, and some wire, we managed to get the crack covered
well enough to get me home, even if we did sputter and pop when
downshifting.
It was a great event and a great weekend. And today I am eternally
indebted to a coat hanger, a beer, and a bunch of bikers.

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My name is Jennifer Dodson. I am the spouse of John
Dodson A.K.A. the Head Gangster of Gangster Chop-
pers in Richmond Virginia. I learned how to ride about
9 years ago. I started out on a Honda Magna, soon to
move up to a 2000 Harley Davidson Fatboy. We went to
Sturgis Bike Week last month. It was a blast! We vend-
ed at the new Broken Spoke Saloon at County Line. We
took off every chance we could get to go riding. I rode
two of the custom choppers that Gangster Choppers
have built. The infamous “Molotov Cocktail” featured
in Easyriders magazine in December 2005. Molotov
Cocktail is a 1999 Harley Davidson Softail Custom.
I also rode the F.U. Glide. The F.U. Glide started it’s
life as a 1987 Harley Davidson FXR State Police bike.
Gangster Choppers chopped all of the bells and whis-
tles off and the only thing that remains original is the
motor and the two blue State Police side covers. I love
to ride whenever and wherever I can. I can ride just
about anything, although I have not attempted to ride
a “jockey shift” bike. I don’t know if I could re-train my
brain to do that! So I stick with what I know and love,
full blown custom choppers.
They call me Wild Bill. My love is building bikes
with Gangster Choppers. I have been with Gang-
sters for 7 years. It is located in Richmond Virgin-
ia. I am John Dodson’s right hand man. I started
riding in the 50’s, riding dirt bikes and drag racing.
I love feeling the free spirit of the wind blowing
in my face when riding. Even though I’ve been in
serious accidents, I still feel the need to ride. In
the year 2000, News Year’s Day, I had a head on
accident with a 4 month hospital stay. They said I
would NEVER RIDE again or maybe not walk. After
my 2nd accident which totaled my bike and left me
with permanent leg injuries, it still didn’t stop me
from riding! So after recovering, I jumped on my
bike and rode to Sturgis, with one quick 3 hour nap
at a rest stop! It takes a real rider and a daredevil
@ heart. Riding is not just a hobby- It’s part of ME
and so is the motorcycle world. I am now riding
a 2004 Soft Tail Standard but am working on a
Custom Bike. I just won 1st place at the Rolling
Bones event for Radical Custom. (Interviewed by
DeAna Borza)
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Autumn is my favorite time of the year. I love taking long know that the approaching winter months will give way
rides along back roads enjoying the beauty all around to spring and summer, you will have the confidence that,
me as I watch autumn’s story unfold. The colorful leav- through Christ, anything you may face will eventually give
ings cling to their branches in the late October breezes way to His glory.
as they struggle to hold on. The nights are getting longer As you spend time riding this autumn, relax and enjoy the
and the air has a distinct bite to it that awakens the beauty all around you. And ask God to speak to you dur-
senses. The world is changing all around us as we transi- ing this time. There is no ride more enjoyable then when
tion from summer to winter. It is like nature is telling us to you are riding with the King.
slow down and relax; to enjoy the beauty of everything
around us. Always and All Ways in Christ
The changes in the seasons remind us of the changes in < )))>< Rick ‘Preacher’ Saunders
life. We are all going through changes. We are aging, and
with that comes many changes; some simple and some
more intense. Earlier this year I began wearing glasses
for the first time in my life. And with that I had to make
some minor modifications, especially when riding as I
just can’t slip on sunglasses and go anymore. That is an
example of a small change in life. Others have more seri-
ous changes. The body can begin to break down; aging
conditions can make life more difficult.
But not all changes are negative. Some change is good
and may be welcomed. Just like the change when winter
eventually fades into spring and the sunshine warms our
faces as we ride.
With change comes the need to make preparations. As
we move into autumn we make changes in our riding
habits. The need to wear warmer clothing becomes evi-
dent. We have to plan to ride with less sunlight. And we
have to be more careful on the roadways as those beauti-
ful leaves in the trees can become slick and dangerous in
corners, or hide potholes or other obstacles in our path.
PREACHER RICK
As we prepare for the changes in the season and the
changes in our lives, we need to prepare for all aspects. Preacher Rick was born in WV, but was raised in North-
And that includes our spiritual wellbeing: Plan on spend- ern VA. He began riding at 15, but took 16 years off and
ing some time with the same God that made the beauty began riding again in 1993. He now rides a 1998 Harley-
Davidson Road King Classic. He’s been married to his
that is evident all around us in nature. Allow Jesus Christ lovely wife, Teresa since 1996. Rick has served as presi-
to be a part of your life and He will help to prepare you for dent of the Northern VA Christian Riders, Chapter 348 of
all of the changes to come, both good and bad. the Christian Motorcyclists Association since 2003. And
God can be seen in nature all around us at any time of is a Licensed Professional Pastoral Counselor, serving
as Lay-Counselor at First Baptist Church of Woodbridge,
the year. But for me, I really sense His presence in the VA. He works full-time as a Computer Operations Super-
beauty of fall. With Jesus in your life, the changes you visor for Inova Health System.
experience become much easier to deal with. Just as we

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