THUNDER ROADS NORCAL - October 2019

INSIDE:

SACRAMENTO MILE

Article on Pages 10-11

RIDE PRIDE: The Rath

Article on Pages 24-27

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THUNDER ROADS MAGAZINE NorCal editor’s letter
P.O. Box 794
Orangevale, CA 95662 Hard to believe it’s October already! Time
Office: 530.368.6579 or 530.305.7992 is flying by! This is the time of year when a
Fax: 530-831-4758 lot of us get busy with our kids/grandkids
Email: [email protected] with their copious after-school activities. For
Website: www.thunderroadsnorcal.com most, these extracurricular itineraries tend to eat
away at our precious riding time. In our case,
Northern California our kids/grandkids are out of state and out of the
State Editors / Owners country, so this is not a problem that we have.
In fact, we always looked forward to this time of
Stan & Terri Hill year because there is less traffic on the road and
we dig the cooler riding temps. Riding this time
On The Cover: of year, is heaven on earth! That being said, if
you have a chance to ride up through the Sierra
Sacramento Mile at Cal Expo – Photo by Stan Hill Mountains you will be treated to some amazing
fall colors. Of course, it is all about timing your
Art Director/Layout & Design ride. We usually try to ride up the summit during
Meredith Hancock/Hancock Media the first 3 weeks of October (or just before the
first snowfall) to see the best colors. If things
Magazine Contributors work out, the plan is to share some of our fall
riding photos in next month’s issue. Better yet…
Wild Bill Hill how about sharing your two-wheeled adventures
as YOU capture images of this years fall colors?
Billie Wilson/Billie The Kid Photography Email your images to thunderroadsnorcal@
yahoo.com - we will share your pictures and the
Taleah Ebey / T3 Design Studios location. Then that way, we will all have some
great ideas for the next fall season.
Rich “Foot” & Jennifer “Sunshine” Elkins
Don’t forget that this is Breast Cancer
Dan & Nad Rogers Awareness Month. TRM NorCal loves those big
twins so “get ‘em checked” and support those
Gary & Mary Hoffman fundraising events that are organized to help
find a cure!
Bobby “G” Godwin
Have a fun and safe Halloween and we look
Cyndee Reed Van Hooser forward to seeing you all out on the road.

Tina Oakland / Awesome Photography Ride Free

Thunder Road Biker Church Ride Often
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Stan & Terri Hill
Ride Destination Owners/Editors
Chuck & Cindy Loseth

NorCal Sales Representatives/Magazine Contributors

Russell “Raz” Holder
(916) 425-2377
[email protected]

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Sacramento
Mile

10

ROAD TRIPPIN’
Featherbed

Rail Road B&B
/ Lakeside Car
Bike Boat RV

Show

16

RIDE PRIDE:
The Rath

24

If You Can See What I Can See …............................6
Ride Destination.......................................................12
Thunder Road Biker Church.....................................14
Biker Band Revue: Madical Barrett..........................18
Product Spotlight: Renegade Classics ....................20
Calendar...................................................................22
Joker’s Wild..............................................................29
Our First Trip to Sturgis............................................30
Open Road Toon......................................................32
Russ Brown: Sierra Snakeout..................................33
Biker Friendly Directory............................................34
Saints & Sinners Fremont Poker Run......................36
Marketplace..............................................................37
Events......................................................................41
Thank You To Our Sponsors.....................................45

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Arches Windows Fallon Nevada

IF YOU CAN SEE WHAT I CAN SEE…
You Might Be Riding On The Back of a Harley

Durango, Colorado Durango
Harley
This trip was amazing. We rode fast, far, had fun, and we took time to stop
and see the sights along the way. Three bikes, four people, eight days, Four Corners
2,580 miles. Much of the ride took us on roads where we looked out at a
wide open sky and could see as far as our eyes could see. I don’t think ‘cagers’
understand just what it is that bikers love about being on the bike. Yes, it is the
wind in your face, the weather, the sights, and even the smells. Definitely your
senses are heightened and we become more aware of our surroundings.

Our trip to Colorado started out as a plan to ride to the Four Corners
Motorcycle Rally over Labor Day weekend. One person backed out, another
wanted a different plan, others just wanted to ride, and so it goes that plans
got changed. We were now focused on attending the Bike Week kickoff event
known as the Cycle Tribe Crawfish Boil. Who really needs a reason to ride to
Durango, Colorado anyway?

With a travel plan, hotel reservations secured along the way, and a lot of
miles to cover each day, we set our leave time at 6am, making sure to get out of
Sacramento before the early morning rush hour traffic. The weather was nice,
just a bit cool. Our first surprise was how cold it became as we reached Donner
Summit. Sweatshirts were not enough to keep us warm. Yet, none of us asked
the group to pull over so we could put on another layer of clothing. By the time
we ate breakfast and left Reno, the morning had warmed up. Along the way,
we noticed many ‘unique’ vehicles being driven or trailered. Clearly it was also
Burning Man Week.

Getting out of California, we were very aware of the sharp drop in the price
of gasoline, and the quality of the roads. We crossed the border from Nevada
to Utah, leaving behind the beautiful brown mountains of Nevada. At first, we
were surrounded by lush beautiful green farms in Utah. Still on Hwy 50, known
as America’s Loneliest Highway, we traveled through mountains of the Great
Basin Area. We were treated to a most amazing show of color. The hot sun was
shining bright in the vibrant blue sky. The red rock mountains are bordered by
many green plants. In some ways this area reminds me of the Grand Canyon. It
seemed like Hwy 70 was built right through the valley of the canyon, so everyone
could truly enjoy the beauty. Each day after we checked into the hotel, we would
jump into the pool. We found this to be a very relaxing opportunity to enjoy each
other’s company, talk about what we saw and where we were going next.

Every day we were riding somewhere and doing something. We spent one

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Zion Beauty

day riding through Arches National Park. Curt and I have been
there before. The first time we were so fascinated that we had
to hike out to see every famous arch. This time we sat and
watched people while Rick and Mike hiked the trails.

We have relatives that own the Rusty Shovel Saloon Million Dollar
in Durango, which is located in the same parking lot as Highway
Durango Harley-Davidson. Friday night was Bike Nite. Lots
of rubber burned on the asphalt and good pizza for dinner.
Coming back on another day for other Bike Week kickoff,
we ate at the Crawfish Boil, enjoyed the Bike and Corvette
Show, and laughed at the Slowest Motorcycle Races.
We rode to Silverton and visited the World’s Highest Harley
Store, at 9,318 feet elevation. We rode the Million Dollar
Highway at Ouray. I was actually afraid to ride on this famous
road. I believed the hype. It is known as one of the twelve most
dangerous roads on earth. Curt promised me he would be
careful. When we stopped to view the waterfall, I asked how
far to the Million Dollar Highway. He told me we just completed
it. I was surprised and relieved. Check that off the Bucket List!

We enjoyed the view as we rode outside the rim of the

Grand Canyon. We had fun at the Navajo Nation Four Corners

Monument at Tribal Parks. We walked in all four states:

Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona and Utah. We stopped at the

Navajo National Monument in Arizona, where the canyons hide

the well preserved cliff dwellings of ancient Navajo people.

The cliff dwellings date back to 1300 A.D. I took the 1.5 mile

hike. I was amazed to see the dwellings that were carved into

the canyon so many years ago and to realize people once

lived there. When I thought the day couldn’t get any better,

we rode through Zion National Park. God’s creation on earth

is so amazing. Silverton Harley Davidson

We are members of the Veterans Memorial Tour of Honor

2019. We visited Zion Harley-Davidson and paid our respects at their Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

Coming through the desert, one of the bikes got a flat back tire. Fortunately, there was cell phone service and
he was able to be towed to Tonopah, Nevada. The next day we found out there was no one available to fix the tire,

and no tow truck to tow the bike somewhere to be fixed. Smart thinking, the guys decided to buy
some tow straps and rent a truck. We were all on the road again, and spent half a day at Reno Harley-
Davidson having the tire replaced. Lastly, twenty miles from home, cruising along on the freeway, we
were told by the CHP to pull over. Fortunately, when we pulled over he turned the lights on and went
after someone else. Welcome home to California! If you see us riding on the road, come ride with us.

Article and photos contributed by Cyndee Reed Van Hooser
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Sacramento Mile

August10(Sacramento) AFTTwinsResults

POS # Rider Bike
1
2 1 Jared Mees Indian FTR750
3
4 14 Briar Bauman Indian FTR750
5
6 67 Davis Fisher Indian FTR750
7
8 Jared Mees
9
10 37 Bronson Bauman Indian FTR750

4 Bryan Smith Kawasaki Ninja 650

20 Jarod Vanderkooi Harley-Davidson XG750R

69 Sammy Halbert Harley-Davidson XG750R

192 Brandon Price Indian FTR750

44 Brandon Robinson Indian FTR750

16 Ronnie Jones Yamaha MT-07

Photos by Stan & Terri Hill. Additional photos contributed by Jared Mees
Brian / OutlawImages.net

Bryan Smith Briar Bauman Pit Crew Jared Mees

Shana takes the lead

Jarod Vanderkooi Shana Trexler

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Dan Bromley
The Legends

Stan with high school friends from Boise

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Huntington Lake Dam

RIDE DESTINATION:

Shaver Lake – Auberry – Oakhurst - Clovis

Our trek this month would take us The climb up the mountainside is really
down to the Shaver Lake area, nice. Pull over and enjoy the sights.
with a side trip to North Fork.
Actually, the main reason we came was After a little butt break at Ken’s
the 3rd Annual Whitey Morgan Birthday Market, we hopped back on the bagger
Bash. This party takes place in Bandit and continued up 168. North of Shaver
Lake, the highway runs along the south
Town, USA, (www.bandittownusa. side of Huntington Lake. You’ll climb to
com) just outside of North Fork. It’s about 7,500 feet while tracking some
great views of Shaver Lake. SR168
an old west town that has been turned ends when it reaches Huntington Lake
into a mostly music venue, although it’s Rd. This route runs along the north
available for other group events. side of the lake. A mostly no centerline
woodsy ride. You’ll find much better
But, before heading to North Fork, we views of the lake on this side. Hungry?
would enjoy riding some of fine roads You can find a quick bite to eat at the Grill
that this area offers. One of these Café, located at the Huntington Lake
roads would be SR168. We picked up Resort (check for seasonal opening).
168 in Clovis and rode it all the way into The last few miles are especially nice.
Shaver Lake. The asphalt is practically Great mountain scenery and some real
new, which makes the benders and tight turns.
twists just that much better to navigate.

Cindy & Pooh Pine Flat Lake Climbing SR 168
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Bandit Town USA Rd 222 to North Fork

Elliot House B&B Old Chuch Bandit Town

Whitey Morgan Back in Shaver Lake, we checked into the Elliott House Bed
Shaver Lake
Maxon Rd to Pine Flat and Breakfast (www.elliotthousebandb.com) - a nice place

right off the main drag. Some morning traffic noise, but not too bad
considering our room faced the street.

Next morning, after a great breakfast, we headed back down

the hill, stopping at the Stonehouse Tavern & Restaurant (www.
stonehousetavern.com) in Auberry for a little refreshment. From

there we took the back roads down to Pine Flat Lake. Kind of a
long dragon-shaped body of water, really pretty and not crowded.
We kicked it for a bit up on a knoll overlooking the lake. Could
have camped out there for a day or two. E. Trimmer Road took us
down into the valley, while presenting us with some great views of
the lake. We turned north outside of Riverbend and made our way
back to Auberry by way of Watts Valley Road. This flatland valley
ride was pretty darn nice. Rolling hills, scrub oaks sprinkled among
huge cattle farms.

Since we were going to spend the night in Oakhurst, we stopped
back in Bandit Town to pick up our wrist bands for the party. The

Yosemite Sierra Inn (www.yosemitesierrainn.com) would be our

spot for the night. After resting for a while, we went up the street to
DiCicco’s for dinner. Can’t pass up Italian! From there, it was off
to the bash. Whitey Morgan put on a great show, as usual. If you
like good-ole-boy country rock, check him out. Hyped up from the
concert, we really enjoyed the easy night ride back to Oakhurst.

In the morning, it was time to git on home, so we jumped on SR41
and headed out. On the way we did make a little side trip to Jackson’s
Roadhouse (www.jacksons-roadhouse.com) off Millerton Road in
Clovis. A biker friendly place with live music on the weekends. It
was an afternoon acoustic performance the day we stopped in. BTW,
if you are into jerky, the attached store has all kinds of wild game
choices. Later!

Article and photos contributed by Chuck & Cindy Loseth

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Here it is October and I’m still messing with weeds. Why is green leaves or pretty little flowers. These are the folks that
it that you can consistently water your grass and it may are ungrateful about everything. Have pessimistic views about
still turn brown and or die, but when it comes to weeds, life, the world and maybe even you. Some call them Debbie
even when you don’t water them, they continue to grow? It downers or Pessimistic Paul’s, but no matter what you call
is a question that has baffled every homeowner and even the them, they are always down. I’m sure we could name a few
greatest of landscapers for hundreds of years. I guess that’s of them in our lives. They seem to suck the life right out of you
one of the questions I will be asking God when I get there. Why before you even have a chance to get a glimpse of sunshine.
didn’t you make it the other way around? Why can’t my lawn be Watch out for these kinds of weeds for they are the most
green and weed free without caring for it and even if my weeds dangerous. We tend to feel sorry for these poor little weeds,
got saturated with water they would die before they even came but if we let them alone in our garden, they will soon strangle us
up. I guess we’ll never know. One thing I do know, when it to failure, or we join up with them in their little doom and gloom
comes to our lives, it’s pretty much the same. world. Watch Yourself!

Unless we take care of our hearts and make sure they are My friends, Life was made to be lived abundantly, joyously, happily
watered daily with good thoughts, good people, and good prayer, and gratefully. First put good thoughts in to your head. We all have
it will eventually start to shrivel up and die. And unless we battle something we can be grateful for, although it can be hard at times.
the upcoming weeds in our lives, they will eventually take over, Believe me, I have had some hard times, but looking back I always
stagnate and strangle our growth. A lot of times the weeds don’t found something I could be grateful for. It helps to physically make a
look so bad at all. They come up green, have pretty little leaves list - as this gets a pen in hand and our thoughts on paper. Second,
and a lot of times even bear a pretty little flower - only to fool us surround yourself will good, positive upbeat people; with people
into not pulling them out. Before you know it, these little weeds taking action in their lives. They’re taking the necessary steps to do
have taken over the lawn, the garden and our entire world. What more and become more. When you’re around these types of people,
are these little weeds? They are the naysayers in your life that you can’t help but to become positive, motivated and move forward
tell you you’re crazy for going after your dream. These are the yourself. And third, don’t forget to pray more. I know it sounds cliché,
folks that hold you back from accomplishing the desires of your but there isn’t anything more powerful and positive than prayer. And
heart; those that tempt you when you are battling for your life when the prayer is answered, “Watch Out” because you just might
in recovery, or even trying to save your marriage. They are so tell someone how it all happened. Happy Fall Season -
miserable themselves; they can’t stand failing alone, so they latch
upon you like a leech, sucking the happiness and opportunity right 1 Corinthians 15:33 “Don’t be fooled by those that say such
out of your sail. things, for bad company corrupts good character.” (NLT)

There are also more weeds that appear in your life that are “Never Ride Alone”
just miserable all the time and they don’t even appear with little
Pastor Johnny Lujan

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ON THE ROAD Annual Featherbed Railroad
Resort Getaway 2019
TRROIPAPIDN’
Lakeside Car, Bike, Boat & Vintage RV Show

August 16-17 (Nice) On Saturday morning after an outstanding breakfast, we
Terri and I would like to all casually got ready to head out for the day. The reason
extend an ‘open invite’ to we had scheduled this weekend in Lake County was for an
you on one of our weekend annual event that happens around the other side of Clear Lake
getaway trips. This year,
we organized a group of
motorcycle enthusiasts
(not all of which road their
motorcycles this time) to
the beautiful Featherbed
Railroad Bed & Breakfast Resort right on Clear Lake. Terri and
I found this gem a few years ago and we love the opportunity
to share it with you all any chance we get. This resort offers
authentic railroad cabooses as your room, each one with
feather beds and its own individual theme. All of which are very
well done and make a cozy place to end your day.

Usually we lead a group in November, so this happened to be
our first stay here during the summer time. It was a special treat
because our hosts, Paul and June had the swimming pool ready
for us to enjoy after a day of riding. After a nice meal by the dock
at the Boathouse Bar & Restaurant on the Lake which is an easy
walk down the road - our group jumped at the chance to hang out
poolside.

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in Lakeport called the Lakeside Car, Bike, Boat and Vintage
RV Show. This event benefits Operation Tango Mike (www.
operationtangomike.org) which is a nonprofit organization

that sends care packages to our troops overseas serving
our country. We were invited to bring our group by Tony
Barthel of Curbside Car Show TV. As we rolled in, we were
quite surprised at the size of this event. It attracts quite the
turnout of custom and vintage transportation of all kinds, it
is definitely worth checking out if you are into any of these
modes of transport and you just might get inspired into a
whole new direction of interest here. It was a gorgeous day
hanging out in Lakeport, but the sun was getting hot so we
all collectively decided it was time to get back to that Nice
cool pool. So it was back on the bikes and around the lake
where we hung out had drinks and a fantastic BBQ TriTip
dinner with bacon wrapped asparagus and baked potatoes.
The party went on way into the late evening before one by
one - we all wandered back to each of our cabooses.

It was another fun filled TRM NorCal weekend in the books.
If you would like to join us on one of these adventures - make
sure to follow us on Facebook at Stan-Terri Hill where we will
announce our next getaway adventure! Our objective is to fill
the getaway resort with fun loving peeps - so jump on board early
to come with us to some of our favorite Nor Cal ride destinations.

Article and photos by Stan and Terri Hill

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Madical
Barrett

Imet Madical Barrett and his beautiful is amazing. I’m very spoiled by that guitar;
wife Lorie through a mutual friend, the action is high for playing slide on. GHS
Halie O’Ryan of the Halie O’Ryan strings, 10 thru 46. I very recently got to play
Band. Madical is well known in the some acoustic 12-string onstage with the
entertainment field, playing for various SWIFT COUNTRY SHOW, it was beautiful!
bands in the Northern California area. I Any acoustic is awesome, but acoustic
sat down with him and asked him a few 12-strings are especially awesome.
questions.
You have your own band, and you
What are the various guitars you are actively involved with many other
choose for a performance? bands. What does a schedule look like
in your world?
Gifted to me in 1987 by one of my oldest
and dearest friends, Tim Von Dracek, this My August schedule was really hectic -
incredible warhorse of a guitar has been Kaylee Starr Band (variety/ classic rock
played daily by me for 31 years. I LOVE this & original album) Jett Benatar ( Kaylee
guitar! It has grown into something special Starr’s tribute to Joan Jett & Pat Benatar)
I cherish! For some years, I didn’t know how special it Swift Country ( Kaylee Starr’s tribute to Taylor Swift),
was. Tim custom ordered it with Seymour Duncan Sledgehammer (70’s disco & rock), Hippy Hippy
TREMBUCKER pickups, H/S/H. (Humbucker/ single Shake (tribute to the 60’s), Halie O’Ryan Band (variety/
coil / humbucker) Floyd Rose. An ebony fingerboard.... classic rock), Dreams & Rumours (Halie O’Ryan’s
HaHa, I’m just guitar geeking out here! In 31 years of tribute to Fleetwood Mac), Already Gone (tribute to the
playing the hell outta this HAMER, it’s mostly stock Eagles), Tres Hombres (tribute to ZZ Top), Madical
factory parts. I broke the Floyd Rose in 2004, replaced & the Radicles (classic rock band) As well as being a
the volume pot,replaced the input jack in 2018. That’s guest guitarist at Adventure Church in Yuba City, Rock
it. All other parts original. That’s unbelievable! We have on Entertainment, Live Rock Band, Truckee Meadows
cars that don’t last that long! I’ve been asked before, why School of Music, RIFF- RAFF (tribute to AC/ DC), Heroes
do you play HAMERS? The easy answer is ‘CHEAP of Rock & Roll (classic rock band), Shine (original music
TRICK ‘. I love that band! Rick Nielson played a shit- full album) Greg Golden Band (original & covers).
ton of HAMERS. They’re like a hot rodded ‘Les Paul’ with
humbucker and a Floyd whammy , STRAT body style For contact information www.madicalbarrett.com
with single coils and 24 frets. It’s a fucking race car and
to have played the same guitar now for so many years Facebook: www.facebook.com/madical.barrett

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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT:

Renegade Classics (RC) NEW Product Line

We recently stopped by the new location Apparel label. Not to mention, it is packed with
of the Renegade Classics store in great features that bikers are looking for in a riding
Sacramento at 4250 Power Inn Road. vest. Custom features like a zipper that does not
It is now located at a substantially bigger location go all the way down to the bottom of the vest – so
to offer a larger inventory selection than at its old when you are on your bike it will hold its shape and
location. If you are anywhere near the Sacramento not bunch up the way most do. It also has heavy
area, it is worth a trip by to see what they have to duty snaps on all the pockets including two inside
offer! Come to find out there is a lot going on over concealed carry pockets, one on each side. It also
there that is new and exciting! For starters, they has a bit of a longer body than most riding vests.
have increased their helmet selection by bringing It seems like a lot of vests are so short in the body
in some big reputable names that you can chose that they fit like they should have been made for
from when in the need for a new helmet. your little brother. But not this one - this RC vest
was made with avid motorcycle riders in mind.
The other new feature about the store is they
have a new brand of apparel called RC Apparel. There are many more items available in the RC
Troy Rowsey, the owner of Renegade Classics lineup - from jackets, chaps, gloves and much more!
showed me this RC vest, just as an example. I was Each item is handcrafted with the same standard of
very impressed with the high quality and attention high quality materials that the RC Line demands for
to detail that went into the construction of this vest. their customers. Now you can shop online for all RC
The stitching is bold and clean, and the high quality items on their new and improved Renegade Classics
soft leather accents pairs well with a very heavy website: www.shoprenegadeclassics.com Or just
weight denim material on the body. This RC vest swing by one of their many stores and have a look in
has that sharp, yet rugged appearance that is sure person and I am sure you will be just as impressed
to last throughout many years of riding. It is made with this new RC line up as we are.
with a high quality of standards that Renegade
Classics was aspiring for to proudly give it the RC Article and photos by Stan and Terri Hill

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THREIDERPRAIDET: H

This bike was constructed as a remembrance and tribute
to my father (Joe) and his brothers (John and Charley).
The three brothers were WWII veterans and members of
“The Greatest Generation”. All three brothers owned Harley-
Davidson motorcycles at the same time in the 1940’s. They all
rode together which, at many times, would progress into a race
between the three of them. Other times, when the three were
riding together, they would start competing against each other
doing stunts like who could ride the farthest at highway speeds
while standing upright on the seat with the throttle locked. The
“Rath Boys” were renowned for their love of Harley-Davidson
motorcycles. They would share their miles of bike stories freely
and easily with family and friends at any time while reliving the
memories of their adventures once again. You could tell by
the sparkle in their eyes and their huge smiles as they indulged
in enjoyable recollection of their younger lives. Rest well,
Gentlemen. Our blood is the same and your names are on my
Harley. Let’s ride!

Article contributed by Bruce Rath. Photos by Stan Hill

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BIKE SPECS

MAKE: Harley-Davidson
MODEL: 2003 Dyna Wide Glide (FXDWG) 100 Year Anniversary
OWNER: Bruce Rath
PAINT: Stock H-D Colors, Sterling Silver over Vivid Black,
with 100 year stripes and gold shield tin
PINSTRIPES: Dillon Proctor at Clines Lines - Citrus Heights
ENGINE: Twin Cam 95 inch, Powerfully built by Mike Clinton,
Clinton’s Custom Cycle - Lincoln
TACHOMETER: AutoMeter, center mount on top bar clamp
by Clinton’s Custom Cycle - Lincoln
EXHAUST: Vance & Hines, 2 into 1 Pro Pipe
TRANSMISSION: Stock H-D 5-speed
BARS: Stock H-D 2002 Deuce, laid back on 4 inch straight
risers
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Who’s Guilty Here.....? ter you lose a drag race is just poor sportsmanship”.
A wife is sound asleep and dreaming in bed, she suddenly --------------------------------------------------------------
sits up and yells out “quick, my husband is home!”
Her husband wakes up, stands up, and jumps out the window. So go out on the porch with my coffee this morning and my
german shepherd mix dog is sitting there with the Biggest
-------------------------------------------------------------- silly-ass grin on his face and I’m looking at him, knowing
I’ve been to a lot of places, but I’ve never been in Cahoots. the bitch fru-fru dog next door is in heat, and it hits me
Apparently you can’t go alone, you have to be in Cahoots what he’s trying to tell me.....
with someone. ‘That purebred next door?”
I’ve also never been in Cognito, either. I hear no one rec- ‘She aint so pure no more!”
ognizes you there.
I have, however been in Sane. They do not have an airport, --------------------------------------------------------------
you have to be driven there. A wise man says to his son; ‘my boy! When you gain the
I have actually made several trips. knowledge to understanding why a pizza is made round, to
be put in a square box and eaten in triangles, then my son,
-------------------------------------------------------------- you just might be able to understand women”.
How To Install A Southern Home Security System: “But that a Big might son, a big one”.
1. Go to Goodwill and buy a pair of size 14-16 men’s work boots. After 30 years of marriage a husband and wife came for
2. Place them on your front porch, along with a copy of counseling. When asked what the problem was, the wife went
Guns & Ammo magazine. into a tirade listing every problem they had ever had in the
3. Put four giant dog dishes next to the boots and magazines. years they had been married. On and on she went; Neglect,
4. Leave a note on your door that reads: lack of intimacy, emptiness, loneliness, feeling unloved and
Bubba - unlovable, and virtually an entire laundry list of unmet needs
Me and Mel, Donnie Ray and Jimmy Earl went for more she had endured.
ammo and beer. Be right back. Don’t mess with the pit Finally, after allowing this for a sufficient length of time, the
bulls. They got the mailman this morning and messed him Therapist got up, walked around the desk and after asking
up bad. Don’t think Killer took part, but it was hard to tell the wife to stand, he embraced and kissed her long and pas-
from all the blood. Anyway, locked all 4 of em’ in the house. sionately as her husband watched, with a raised eyebrow.
Wait outside. The woman shut up and quietly sat down as though in a daze.
Cooter The Therapist turned to the husband and said, “This is what
your wife needs at least 3 times a week. Can you do this?
-------------------------------------------------------------- The husband looked very serious and replied, “Well, I can
Cop walks up to the driver’s side of Joey’s 6.2 liter Chal- drop her off here on Mondays and Wednesdays, but on Fri-
lenger and asks for his license and registration. Joey hands days, I fish”.
it out the window but just has to bust his nut by sarcasti-
cally saying, “ya know, turning on your lights and siren af-

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OUR FIRST TRIP TO STURGIS

3000+ miles on our bikes.  The genesis of this idea campground
to ride to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally began almost breakfast, we would get up and
a year ago.  We thought, why not?  We ride bikes, ride some more great roads in
and we wanted to see what the hubbub was all about.  My South Dakota.
wife Erma and I, along with our friends Brian and Candace
planned to stay at a small cabin upon our arrival at the One ride in particular was
“Rush No More” campground in the Sturgis area while the Legends Ride which
camping along the way.   the honorary Road captain
was Dee Snyder of Twisted
WE experienced all kinds of weather both there and Sister fame.  The ride was
back again.  Rain, dust, fog, wind, and bone chilling cold.  a sponsorship for children’s
It was a true challenge of our intestinal fortitude.  What cancer cures and it started in Deadwood and ended at the
people don’t understand is that riding on a motorcycle Chip.  Nice goody bag with cool stuff and an open beer and
is much more taxing and more painful on the body than wine bar at the end of the ride along with some great food!
driving a car a long distance.  You get more tired and
have to stop and take breaks more frequently. Red Bull The ride home was more challenging as we took a different
becomes your friend.  The anticipation of getting to your route.  We thought it would be nice to camp in Yellowstone. 
destination becomes your motivation to push on. Wrong!  Weather was bad and we got off to a late start so we
decided to get a hotel in Cody, Wyoming.  Smart idea.  Next
Upon our arrival, we wasted no time in riding various morning we decided to drive through Yellowstone and on to
well known Black Hills rides such as Custer State our next stop in Idaho Falls.  The day was slow as the roads
Park, Needles Highway, the Legends Run, Crazy Horse, were tore up for about 7 miles. Sand, mud and gravel which
Mt Rushmore, and many others.  At night, we went to is not fun to ride in when on two wheels.  It was cold and wet
the Buffalo Chip which is famous as the “go to” place for also.  Still, we soldiered on.  We decided to go to Old Faithful
concerts and fun. We saw bands Godsmack, Collective which was a bust because there were so many people in
Soul, and Styx there.  The ladies did some zip lining, and we the park that we could not find a place to park the truck and
met some really nice people.  One of the coolest parts of the trailer. The women took turns driving the chase vehicle in
concerts was that they let bikes in up close to the stage for case we ran into trouble.  We did.  Five miles outside of
the bands.  When a song was over or the crowd wanted an Yellowstone, Brian developed a leak in his rear tire that was
encore the people that brought their scooters in would all rev not fixable so into the trailer it went.  His adventure on two
their motors as loud as they could.  I actually felt the ground wheels sadly came to an end.  
vibrate!  Lots of fun!
 Let me tell you, riding the rest of the way home alone
Then other nights we would head into downtown Sturgis. 
Bikes, Bars, and Babes everywhere!  Lots of fun people
watching.  The fun bus which we took both going and coming
was awesome!  This was great because everyone could
drink and not be concerned about driving under the influence
because in Sturgis there is a zero tolerance for that sort of
thing.  Sturgis police are very strict.  Everyone singing songs
together and laughing and dancing on the bus made for a
fine way to end the evening.  In the morning after a hearty

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was not fun.  I experienced some of All greatly appreciated by these road weary
the most difficult riding ever and it was travelers.  As we said our goodbyes for the
something I never want to do again.  final leg of our return home we had to get over
Wind was blowing as much as 50 mph Donner Summit...on a Sunday morning after
through the entire state of Nevada.  It is a Hot August Nights weekend.  Traffic was
much better to have your buddy(s) next a nightmare.  At the summit while waiting to
to you because each of you knows the get traffic moving were what I initially thought
kind of suffering that you are enduring were leaves blowing in the wind - as it turns out
when riding such long distances.  Still, there were millions and millions of butterflies
I became a better rider because I was that must have just come out of their cocoons. 
forced to have to deal with it.  It was a beautiful sight and what I considered
a good sign.  Traffic began to move.  
Back in Cody, we had all decided
that camping was no longer going to We all arrived home safely and feel blessed
be part of the equation.  We were all to have shared good times with good friends. 
very tired and none of us wanted to We are already planning next years trip and
set up camp, then break it down in a couple other friends are expected to go
the morning and then ride 500+ miles with us.  We learned some valuable lessons
and do it all over again the next night.  of what to do, what not to do, what to bring,
Hotels were the answer now. and what to see for next year.  It will be
more about streamlining as we definitely
The last night we made it to Cold overpacked and hotels will be the rule not
Springs outside of Reno and spent the exception.  We are sad that this epic trip
the night with Brian and Candace’s
friends Margie and Tim.  Their is over but we feel fortunate and blessed to
hospitality and warmth cannot be home safely and will be looking forward
be understated.  They made all to next years adventure.  So much more to
of us feel so welcome by giving do and see!
us dinner, drinks, lots of laughs, a
warm bed, and a huge breakfast. Article and photos contributed by Rick Pearson

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SNSAieKrEroaut
Provided by Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys
and started trying to get it off, but the
This year was the second time snake was in no hurry to leave the
I have attended the Sierra warm motor. I managed to get some
Stakeout, but it will definitely be good pictures, and Buddy eventually
remembered as the most memorable. got it off with the stick and looked
I consider the area where it is held poised to kill it.
as my own backyard, having grown
up not too far from there. I had a I begged him not to, so he reluctantly
bunch of friends in town from all over let it slither into the foliage. We took a
California and Nevada that rode up to few minutes to process what had just
attend, and I wanted to show them the happened and realized everyone else
awesome riding and swimming holes had kept riding. After catching up with
we have in the area. After ripping down our crew at the top of the road, we
the scenic Highway 20 to Nevada City headed back to camp, where Buddy and
for breakfast, we decided to check out I told our incredible story. They thought
the little town of Washington for some we were pulling their legs until they saw
swimming on our way back to camp. the pictures. When I posted the pictures
The town of Washington is about 6 on social media, people were blown
miles down a twisty road off of Highway away; some shared personal stories
20, it doesn’t even have a gas station. about snake encounters, some sent
It does, however, have a great little bar me information about the symbolism of
and grill, a liquor store, and a pretty snakes in different cultures. The biggest
epic spot on the Yuba River to cool off theme was the shedding of the skin,
in the summer. I parked my bike on symbolizing transformation or rebirth.
the road with everyone else, and we I felt that this experience was definitely
walked down a trail to float and swim unique and life-changing for me and I
in the river. After spending a couple of should memorialize it with a tattoo. My
hours in the river, we decided to head girlfriend Nikki Costalupes (nikki_sin_
up to the bar and get some food before tattoo) was riding with me that day so I
we headed back. knew she would be the perfect one to do
it. A few weeks later I went to Aces Tattoo
As we left the bar, the sun was shop in Reno, NV to have her tattoo me,
starting to go down and it was starting and she captured the essence of my
to cool off. As our pack started up the new spirit animal perfectly.
winding road, I was bringing up the
rear riding next to my friend Buddy. This experience was pretty surreal,
Out of the corner of my eye, I thought and I can’t believe it happened to
I saw something looking at me from me. I’m glad I was able to keep my
the left side of my tank. I did a double- cool and that Buddy stopped with me
take and sure enough, something was and helped me out. From now on the
staring at me… I could now see it was Sierra Stakeout will forever be called
a snake! My first reaction was to get it the Sierra Snakeout by my friends.
off my bike, so I sped up to try to throw
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a poisonous snake and could strike
me and cause me to crash, so I knew
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Buddy and signaled him to pull over.
I pointed at the top of my motor and
screamed: “It’s a fucking snake!”
Buddy immediately picked up a stick

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games, vendor, raffle and BBQ 1:30pm – 5:30pm. 90 Mile scenic back
country ride. Benefitting local historic preservation societies. For more DECEMBER 14
information: (916) 400-4771 / [email protected] / www.41live.com. 28th Annual Nevada County Food and Toy Run
See flyer on Back Cover NEVADA CITY
Presented by Nevada County Food and Toy Run. Leave the Eric Rood
OCTOBER 26 Building at noon. Bring food or unwrapped toy. For more information:
11th Annual Kenny’s Bar & Grill Rib Cook Off www.toyrun.org / [email protected] /
WOODLAND www.facebook.com/NevadaCountyFoodAndToyRun /
Presented by Kenny’s Bar & Grill – 721 East Street. Starts at noon – all
you can eat ribs $20. For more information: (530) 662-3634 DECEMBER 31
Fryed Brothers Band New Year’s Eve Party
OCTOBER 26 SACRAMENTO
Graveyard Run Presented by Fryed Brothers Band - 2600 Watt Ave. Start 8pm until 2am.
FOLSOM Cost: $20. Join the Fryed Brothers Band and Second Sight as they Rock
Presented by Resurrection MC. Sign in at Folsom Harley – 115 in the New Year! Free desserts and coffee. Balloon drop with prizes at
Woodmere Road from 9am to 11am. $20 single / $30 couple. Come out midnight. Full liquor bar. Large dance floor. For more information: Barb
enjoy a ride through the sierra foothills. Great food, music by the Good Ol (707) 824-4861 / www.fryedbrothersband.com
Boyz. For more information: [email protected]
OPEN HOUSE

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

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2nd MONDAY OF EACH MONTH 3rd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
EL DORADO PENRYN
MMA Division 21 Monthly Meeting MMA Division 16 Monthly Meeting
Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Poor Red’s - 6221 Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Valencia Club –
Pleasant Valley Rd 7pm 2162 Taylor Rd. 7pm
The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle rights The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle rights
organization in the State of California. Please join us to learn about organization in the State of California. Please join us to learn about
upcoming legislation and laws that affect our rights to ride free. upcoming legislation and laws that affect our rights to ride free.

1st TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH 4th WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH
FT BRAGG SACRAMENTO
ALR Chapter 96 Monthly Meeting MMA Division 14 Monthly Meeting
Presented by American Legion Riders – Chapter 96. Veterans Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Sammy’s - 2021 Del
Administration Building – 360 North Harrison Street. 6pm. For more Paso Blvd . 7pm
information: Gary (907) 230-5857 / americanlegionriders96.com The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle rights
organization in the State of California. Please join us to learn about
1st TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH upcoming legislation and laws that affect our rights to ride free.
MEYERS FLAT
MMA Division 3 Monthly Meeting 2nd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Family MC VACAVILLE
Clubhouse. 7pm The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first Vacaville HOG Chapter Monthly Meet & Greet
motorcycle rights organization in the State of California. Please join Presented by Iron Steed H.O.G. Chapter Vacaville. Located at Hide-
us to learn about upcoming legislation and laws that affect our rights A-Way - 1080 Orange Dr. 7pm. Are you looking for a group of people
to ride free. just like you? Do you need people to ride with? Look no further! For
more information or inquiries, contact our Chapter Director Dori
2nd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH at [email protected] Chapter Asst. Director Charlynn at
MANTECA [email protected]
Eagle’s Nest HOG Chapter Monthly Meeting
Presented by Eagle’s Nest HOG Chapter - Mountain Mike’s Pizza 2nd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
- 1120 N Main St. 7pm – 8pm/ Meeting is free. Do you ride a Harley- SACRAMENTO
Davidson motorcycle and are looking for a fun group to ride with? MMA Division 10 Monthly Meeting
Come join the Eagle’s Nest HOG Chapter to learn about their Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Hideaway Bar &
upcoming rides. Grill – 2565 Franklin Blvd. 7:30pm
The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle rights
2nd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH organization in the State of California. Please join us to learn about
MARYSVILLE upcoming legislation and laws that affect our rights to ride free.
MMA Division 1 Monthly Meeting
Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association - Pizza Round Up - 3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
2004 Covillaud St. 7pm ELK GROVE
The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle rights MMA Division 2 Monthly Meeting
organization in the State of California. Please join us to learn about Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Logan’s Roadhouse
upcoming legislation and laws that affect our rights to ride free. For – 9105 West Stockton Blvd. 7pm
more information: [email protected] The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle rights
organization in the State of California. Please join us to learn about
3rd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH upcoming legislation and laws that affect our rights to ride free.
FOLSOM
Folsom HOG Chapter 1787 General Meeting 4th THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
Presented by Folsom HOG – Round Table Pizza – 9500 Greenback CHICO
Lane – Unit 1. 7pm-8:30pm For more information: www.folsomhog. MMA Division 23 Monthly Meeting
org / [email protected] Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Sierra Steel Harley
Davidson – 1501 Mangrove Ave. 7pm. The Modified Motorcycle
Association is the first motorcycle rights organization in the State
of California. Please join us to learn about upcoming legislation and
laws that affect our rights to ride free.

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4th THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH EVERY SUNDAY
PALO CEDRO ROSEVILLE 
MMA Division 24 Monthly Meeting BIKER CHURCH NIGHT Presented by Thunder Road Biker Church
Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Goodtimes Pizza – - 706 Atlantic Street 5:30pm-6:30pm
22049 Old 44 Drive 8734. 7pm. The Modified Motorcycle Association 3rd SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH
is the first motorcycle rights organization in the State of California. VACAVILLE 
Please join us to learn about upcoming legislation and laws that MONTHLY LOCAL MEETING Presented by A.B.A.T.E. Local 17 - 4823
affect our rights to ride free. Midway Road 10am We will discuss matters important to the Local
1st FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH and to the motorcycle community. We create plans, and review
WOODLAND events and have a raffle. We will also share with other MRO’s and
BIKERS AGAINST CHILD ABUSE Meeting at VFW Hall – 345 W. Clubs. We are also open to the communities. Glenn Phillips (707)
Kentucky Avenue. 7pm Meetings are open to the public. (530) 848- 624-6310 / [email protected]
2090 with any questions. 4th SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH
1st FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH SACRAMENTO 
VICTOR/LODI MONTHLY OPEN MEETING Presented by Veterans of All Wars Riders
MMA Division 12 Monthly Meeting - The Capitol Casino - 411 N 16th Street 10am Meetings are open
Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Know Place - 17271 to the public. For more information: Sly - [email protected]. /
N. Bruella Rd. 7pm www.vawriders.org
The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle rights
organization in the State of California. Please join us to learn about BIKE NIGHTS
upcoming legislation and laws that affect our rights to ride free.
2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH EVERY THURSDAY
FAIRFIELD SACRAMENTO
OPEN HOUSE Presented by Dirty Whites Club House – 748 N. Texas Presented by Misplaced Souls MC. Thursday Night Fun Night –
St 8pm - ? Come have a blast! Contact Joe 707-694-5251 3418 Auburn Blvd. 6pm / Join the MSMC for its Thursday Night
3rd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH get together. Free food, entertainment and great company. All like
VALLEJO minded members of the community are welcome. The MSMC reserve
OPEN HOUSE Presented by Hellbent MC 707 Crew – 100 Lincoln the right to refuse access to who they choose. For more information:
Rd. E - 8pm. Come one come all! Our house is open to start your Spit Shine (916) 217-2508 / Sarge (785) 410-1015
weekend off right, join us for our Open House night. 3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
EVERY SATURDAY ARCATA
SACRAMENTO BIKE NIGHT Presented by M.O.B. of Humboldt - Everett’s Club on the
Presented by Misplaced Souls MC. Open House to the Biker Plaza at 784 9th Street. The fun starts at 6pm. All motorcycles welcome.
Community – 3418 Auburn Blvd on Saturday nights – 6pm. / Free food, 50/50 raffle, pack ride. / www.mobofhumboldt.com
No Cover Charge. Come Join the MSMC and other motorcycle 4th THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
enthusiasts where we enjoy good entertainment, cold drinks, and WILLITS
good food. For more information: Spit Shine (916) 217-2508 / Sarge BIKE NIGHT Presented by Willits Wild Bunch. Scoops Deli – 110 N.
(785) 410-1015. Main Street. 6pm – 8pm. Great Food, Music, 50/50 Raffle. Meet &
1st SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH Greet Social Event. All bikes / All riders welcome. Proceeds of the
AUBURN raffle local youth groups and charities
MONTHLY CHAPTER MEETING Presented by Gold Country Indian 2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH
Motorcycle Riders Group. C&E Auburn Indian & V-Twin - 12015 Shale LODI
Ridge Rd. 9:30am. Gold Country IMRG is open to all motorcycle BIKE NIGHT Presented by The Water Hole along with The Red Iron
brands. All members and prospective members and friends are Riders. 246 N. Cluff Ave. 6:30pm Cost depending on the menu
welcome. www.goldcountryimrg.com $10-$18. A great NO DRAMA social event to get to know others that
3rd SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH share the passion of the bike. Outdoor private patio area, pool tables,
FAIRFIELD Shuffleboard, Music, big screen TVs for game nights and more. All
MONTHLY CHAPTER MEETING – Presented by Christian bikes welcome, and those without bikes welcome too. For more
Motorcyclists Association - Lord’s Knights Chapter. Benicia Grill II information: (209) 604-7149 / (209) 327-8283
- 2390 N. Texas. Order breakfast at 8am. Announcements at 8:30am. 1st SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH
Kick stands up by 9:15am. All bikes welcome. (Note: Feb & May HISTORIC COLFAX
we do weekend events, so no breakfast meeting then.) For more PANCAKE BREAKFAST Presented Grand Fathers MC No Cal –
information: Bill Neander / [email protected]. Clubhouse 301 S. Railroad Street –
8:30am – 11am. Start your day out with the Grand Fathers MC!
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are subject to change without notice

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41Live! Buried Bones 7..................................Backcover MidCal Motorcycles.......................................................8
A&M Heating and Air...................................................28 Miller Built Performance Cycles..................................29
Bikers Inner Circle.......................................................39 Nickell’s Custom .........................................................29
Biketoberfest................................................................39 Noble West Insurance Services..................................31
Billy’s Motorcycle Shop...............................................28 NorCal Cycle Swap Meet............................................39
Bones Roadhouse Bar & Grub.....................................3 Omega Motorcycles....................................................18
C&E Auburn Indian &V-Twin ................................4 Omelet House..............................................................21
Cal Tire & Autoworks ....................................................4 Penngrove Motorcycle Company.................................3
Clinton’s Custom Cycle...............................................28 Performance Powercoating...........................................3
CycleInsure Agency.....................................................15 Ravenol Oil....................................................................8
Dirtbag Cycles.............................................................28 Redwood Harley-Davidson.........................................15
Double D Steak.............................................................4 Reno Harley-Harley Davidson......................................8
Eagle Iron and Leather................................................21 Rick’s Automotive........................................................39
Elkhorn Saloon............................................................21 Ride-On Motorcycles...................................................14
Featherbed Railroad Bed & Breakfast........................17 Road Dog Cycle..........................................................36
Folsom-Rocklin Harley-Davidson Road Trip Bar & Grill....................................................15
..................................................Inside Front Cover & 23 Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys....................... 1 & 33
Georgetown Hotel.........................................................8 San Jose Hogwash.....................................................36
Green River Brewing & Taproom................................19 Sonoma County HD.........................................EVENTS
Gurnee Mason Rushford Bonotto T3 Design Studios.......................................................39
Forestiere Trial Lawyers..............................................39 The Leatherworks..........................................................9
Harley-Davidson of Yuba City.....................................21 Thunder Road Biker Church.......................................14
Hatt’s Motorcycle.........................................................20 West Coast Leathers...................................................18
Indian Motorcycle of Hollister........................................9 Wild Bill Tattoo...............................................................9
Horse Power By Gerolamy.........................................28
Humboldt Performance Cycle.....................................20
Inn of the Lost Coast...................................................19
Jachimowicz Law Group...............................................5
Jackson Rancheria Casino Resort.............................38
Jim Wall Insurance Agency...........................................4
John Jessup’s Dream Rides.........................................4
Kenny’s Bar&Grill........................................................32

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