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contents Thunder Road Biker Church............................................... 6 Ride Destination ................................................................. 8 Wild Bill’s Annual Tattoo-A-Thon ...................................... 12 Calendar........................................................................... 14 If You Can See What I Can See …................................... 16 Knyte Ryderz MC 11th Annual Mega Toy Run ................. 18 Joker’s Wild ...................................................................... 20 Open Road Toon .............................................................. 21 Russ Brown BLOG ........................................................... 23 Biker Friendly Directory .................................................... 24 Events............................................................................... 25 Thank You To Our Sponsors............................................. 27 Mail Check and This Form for 1 Year Subscription 12 Issues $35 To: THUNDER ROADS MAGAZINE NorCal PO Box 617, Fair Oaks, CA 95628 Now accepting credit cards – Call 530.305.7992 NAME____________________________________________________________ STREET OR P.O. BOX_______________________________________________ CITY_______________________________ST___________ZIP______________ EMAIL____________________________________________________________ Make check payable to Thunder Roads® Of Northern California NEVER MISS AN ISSUE! BUY ONE YEAR SUBSCRIPTION FOR $35 letter to editors Subject: Question? Hey guys, it’s Angela. I have a lot going on, but I’ve been thinking as one does when extremely ill. I have always wondered why my friend’s motorcycle shop, Haustyle Motorcycle’s has never been acknowledged. I’m not sure if you know but Clark Anderson is about to have his 20yr Anniversary. I’m pretty sure Clark’s the only home grown, personally owned and operated motorcycle shop in town. Clark’s literally dedicated every day, every bone in his body and everything to the love of his craft. I’m not sure why nobody from the local area has ever acknowledged his shop or his extraordinary achievement. Clark’s has an impressive FXR he built that’s never been given the spotlight it deserves. I understand people don’t know how to take him sometimes but it shouldn’t matter. Clark’s story will speak for itself, hell 20yrs says it all. I think it would be unfortunate not to give the man his dues considering he’s out lasted everyone around. Clark Anderson is our home grown, one man crew that pulled through the 2008 economic crisis, the pandemic and everything else in-between. I had to put this out there because he’s a great man, outstanding business man, honest, professional and it would be a shame and an injustice if he doesn’t get his moment to be thanked for his hard work, determination and dedication to mastering at his craft. Clark Anderson has dedicated his life to the world we all love that spins on two wheels and we owe it to him to say thank you. Thank you, Angela #Hellonwheels Sweet From the Editor Hey Angela! Our apologies for not getting back to you sooner; and yes, it HAS been awhile! Stan and I are sorry to hear that you are ill, but we’re happy to see that you are still doing promotions. (wink, wink) You are a good friend to reach out to us about Haustyle Motorcycles and his accomplishments. There are several motorcycle shops in NorCal that are content with staying low-key and using word-of-mouth advertising/ promotions. We absolutely appreciate and respect this. That being said, CONGRATULATIONS to Clark for his stamina in the industry and continuing onward now and during several economic crisis in NorCal. PS-We’re sending healing prayers your way – take care! Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 3
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Life is short and sometimes unpredictable. This past December, I lost my mother at 86 years old. Although it seems like she was with us for a long time, in the face of eternity it was but for a moment. She was the strongest most courageous women I have ever met. Although her battles were that of a physical nature, her courage and keep-going attitude compensated for any physical setback she faced. My mother Patricia was one of the last people in California to be afflicted with the Polio virus. Coming home from school one day and feeling a little tired of what she thought was the oncoming of the flu, she woke up paralyzed from the neck to her toes. At 16, she enjoyed ice skating, running, and always her favorite was swimming. Can you imagine being a normal little girl one day, and waking the next day paralyzed? No more skating, no more running, no more swimming? After weeks in the hospital and a day away from the horrific iron lung, the doctors walked in and said, “Patsy, you will never be able to walk again. It will be a miracle if the rest of your body heals from the virus.” That night as my mom recollects, she prayed and prayed like never before. She asked God to help her and heal her. She asked God to let her walk again. As she lay in the hospital bed all alone that evening, she says “I saw Jesus and He said I would walk.” The next morning when the doctors made their rounds, they stopped in to check on my mom. When the doctor asked how she was feeling - her only statement was “I will walk for my graduation.” With compassion they all tried to explain the science of the virus and they said, “we are sorry Patsy, but it will be impossible for you to walk on your own”. With a huge smile she simply said, “Jesus said I would walk.” On Graduation Day in 1956, Patricia Morgan stopped the members pushing her wheelchair. She struggled and scootched, to get to the edge of the chair. With all her might and no muscles from her hips to her feet, she pushed herself and holding two of her school mates’ arms, she swayed her body and took two steps and grabbed hold of that diploma. Shook the hand of the principal and sat back down. You can only imagine the roar of the crowd! Patricia Morgan went on to the Sherwood School of Music on a full ride music scholarship for piano and also where she met my father. She married, had three healthy sons, and had an extensive career with Wells Fargo and the State of California. She was married for 65 years and had an amazing life traveling around the world on multiple occasions, travelled the United States more than I can count, kept a beautiful and clean house and continued cleaning and cooking for my father until the very end. She accomplished and saw so many things in her life that unless you met her physically, you would never know she never had the use of her legs for more than 70 years. She always had a positive attitude and found it hard to have sympathy for those who had four good limbs and struggled to accomplish much of anything. She always gave to charity but was adamant about not allowing people to make excuses for their self-inflicted predicaments. She became one of my greatest admirations and also where I got my ‘Never Give Up’ attitude. There is never a talk I give without mentioning the courage and internal fortitude of my mother. As the hours were drawing near, I found it helpful knowing I would see her again. Holding her hand and watching her stare at the end of the bed, I could not help but think she was seeing Jesus again. As she took her last breath here and began her first breath in eternity, I could not help but imagine her running with Jesus on the Streets of Gold. Listen, Life is short and unpredictable, and we only have a short amount of time here, so get up and make the best of what you have. We all get dealt different hands and it is up to each one of us to make the best life possible. If my mother heard you complaining about how hard you have it, she would roll over to you and say “Quit your belly aching! You have two good legs and two good arms! Use Them!” As we start a new year and a new season, I hope you see that no matter what the world throws at you, Jesus can make all the difference. He helps the blind to see, the deaf to hear and sometime the lame to walk. If you are in the pit, I encourage you to seek Him and call Him. And if you search for Him, His promise is that you will find Him. Guaranteed. Matthew 7:7 Ask, and it will be given to you; Seek and you will find; knock and it will be opened to you. (NLT) “Never Ride Alone” Pastor Johnny Lujan Pastor Johnny Lujan Thunder Road Church (916) 521-5706 / Johnny@ thunderroadchurch.com / www.thunderroadchurch.com Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 6
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RIDE DESTINATION Drytown - Valley Springs – Ione – Sloughhouse Well, here we are in the middle of winter. With the cold and rain always just around the corner, not much is happening around town. As far as riding, you have to take what you can get. I did wake up one morning to a clear blue sky and told myself I’d better take advantage of this opportunity, so I decided to head out on one of my “go to” rides down to Lockeford. I do several variations, but chose the Pardee/Camanche Reservoir Loop. Temps were in the 40’s, but the sunshine helped. I hopped on Highway 50 and got off on Prairie City Rd. Once on Prairie City, off to the right you’ll see what once used to be part of Aerojet’s old Test Area. Many a rocket motor was lit up out there. A left at White Rock and a quick right will put you on Scott Road. One nice thing about winter is the knarly-looking oak trees that dot the landscape. Scott Road has plenty of them. A few hairpins and whoop-d-doos also. Fun road! I came out on SR16, rode through Rancho and on down to Highway 49. Passing through Drytown, I looked over at the Drytown Bar (Social Club). It always reminds me of the last Walt Gray Ride. After leaving Jackson, Walt Gray, Cindy and I, Big Gun Chuck (I used to call him that since he carried around this oversized, phony Western style pistol) and a couple of his friends happened to pull into Drytown about the same time. We had a brew or two while waiting for the band. Later on, at some point, Chuck gave Walt his gun and Walt got up on stage and started belting out some Steppenwolf. It was great!! Walt Gray on stage, waving that huge gun around singing “Born to Be Wild.” Classic stuff! It was kind of a sad, melancholy moment, though, when it was time to leave. We watched as Walt fired up the Harley, pulled De Vincis in VS Camanche Reservoir Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 8
out onto Highway 49, rode up and around the curve, and just like that, he was gone. The Walt Gray Ride was no more. Back to this ride…. outside of Jackson, I turned on Argonaut Road. Argonaut, ah, another memory! You old timers out there remember Rev. Carl’s, right? Anyway, next up will be Stoney Creek Road, and another twisty-turny foray into an oak laden valley. Stoney Creek will lead you out to the North end of the Pardee Reservoir. There’s a nice little park there and just up the road you can ride up into a nice observation area overlooking the lake. Before crossing over the dam, there is a pullout where you can check out this structure and look down at the Mokelumne River. A few minutes later I was pulling up in front of De Vinci’s Deli in Valley Springs. I needed a little Italian for lunch. There are plenty of good places to dine on this trip. Just take your pick. Right next door is the Parlour Pub. Some good eats and even a cocktail, if you so desire. Got a sweet tooth? Dessert is right around the corner from the Pub. The Sweet Shoppe should take care of that sugar fix nicely. Also, Brew’gers is a couple of minutes away off SR26. Their menu lists a great variety of burgers and brews. It’s a favorite spot for bikers passing through. After lunch, I continued on to Lockeford. If you’ve been there before, I’m sure you’re familiar with Lockeford Meats. The sausage selection is phenomenal. I didn’t stop in on this trip because I’d stocked up a couple of months ago on another ride. The last couple of times we’ve been in town, we have eaten over at Daddy’s House of Ribs. It’s just up the street a bit from the sausage store. I don’t know if you can find a better BBQ than this. To complete my loop for the day, I rode back to Highway 88, hung a left, and made my way up to Liberty Road. This route will take you along the north side of the Camanche Reservoir - a pleasurable cruise with some very nice views of the lake. Next, it was on to Ione. I just putted on through this time, but if you haven’t already done so, check out Preston Castle (www.prestoncastle.org) a historic boy’s home from back in Brew Gers in Valley Springs Sweet Shoppe in Valley Springs Mokelumne River On 49 Pardee Dam One Way Traffic Daddys BBQ in Lockeford Lockeford Meats CONTINUED... Pardee Dam Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 9
the day. Also, Charles Howard Park is located in Ione. The famous NorCal racehorse Seabiscuit trained there. On the final leg home, I went through Sloughhouse while back on 16. We used to go to the restaurant there off Meiss Road. The Baja Boys played there on weekends occasionally. It closed down a few years ago, but new owners have bought the property. It’s now the Slough House Kitchen (www.sloughhousekitchen.com) and if you like fine dining, you’ll like this new restaurant. Looking forward to sunny (hopefully) days ahead. Later. Article and photos contributed by Chuck and Cindy Loseth Slough House Kitchen Preston Castle in Ione Scott Road Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 10
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WILD BILL’S ANNUALWild Bill’s Tattoo-A-Thon is held on the last Saturday in February. Artists that Bill knows come from all over California, some beyond, including his talented crew. Wild Bill’s is the oldest Tattoo Shop in California; it’s been around for over 49 years! The Tattoo-A-Thon’s proceeds, even the artist’s tips, are donated to the UC Davis (UCD) Children’s Hospital - Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), thanks to the generous and amazing tattoo artists who work from 8am until Midnight. Each year the artists express their joy and say they are honored to be a part of giving to such a worthy cause. Over the last 20 years, this event has raised $300,000 for the PICU at UC Davis Children’s Hospital. In 2011, UCD named part of its new Pediatric Intensive Care unit after Wild Bill’s as a result of all the dedicated artists who have donated their time and talent. Bill was honored and said, “None of this would be possible without our wonderful clients, dedicated staff, and hardworking volunteers who donate their time and talent to the cause.” Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 12
TATTOO-A-THON Last year, the artists tattooed over 120 customers. We are so thankful and appreciative for those who come out to the Tattoo-A-Thon because it doesn’t happen without them. Last year Wild Bill and Roxanne were able to present the UC Davis Children Hospital with a check for $24,000.00. Thanks to the efforts of all the volunteers and customers, there will be a parent of a small child that can rest a little easier with the knowledge that their child is getting the best medical care possible. You can make an appointment one week prior; however it is not necessary, but may get you in a little quicker. Please email us at [email protected] include your phone number and design. It is best to have your idea on paper to save time. Visit: WILD-BILLS.com or check out our Facebook page: Bill Hill. Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 13
Love for this land. Photo contributed by Cyndee Reed Van Hooser
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If You Can See What I Can See … You Might Be Riding on the Back of a Harley New Year’s Day Tradition A tradition is a belief or behavior passed down, with symbolic meaning or special significance, with origins in the past. Years ago, we began a New Year’s Day ride tradition. Setting a tradition was not our original intention. We just wanted to ride. It became our tradition when we realized we had been starting each year with a New Year’s Day ride. We bought a new CVO in late September 2023. It took a few weeks for the dealership to get parts and install, changing the bike to our personal specifications. Looking forward to completing another year of tradition, this ride was the second time I rode on the new bike. Just one year ago on New Year’s Eve, many Californians decided to stay home rather than go out to celebrate. Drenching rain and heavy snowfall blasted much of the state. The National Weather Service warned about hazardous driving conditions, with snow on the mountains, passes closed, plus flooding and rockslides causing road closures throughout Northern California. Closer to home, Placerville and Georgetown recorded 7.50 inches of rainfall before noon. Expecting the Consumes River to flood, Sacramento County urged residents in lowlying communities to evacuate. Overnight, the storm subsided and the morning sky was dry. We took our traditional ride on New Year’s Day ride 2023. It is easy to recall seeing water everywhere and signs reporting flooding on the roads. What a difference a year can make. This year, January 1, 2024, the sun was shining bright when we left the house. The first picture I took is an image I often try to catch on morning rides. The shadow of our silhouette, both of us on the bike, has become a favorite of mine. Sitting at the light waiting for the green, with a bright blue sky in the background, we also took a selfie. The light changed and my photo op fun was over. With no vehicles on the road in front of us, we rode up Sierra College Blvd to Rocklin Harley Davidson. The unobstructed view is amazing. Different from our previous bike, I could feel the smooth yet swift power as the CVO effortlessly went up the hill. Oh what a feeling. This racer’s daughter loves the ride. Sixteen other bikes met us at the dealership. Typical meetup, time to chat and a ride meeting with a safety review. We rode through historic Loomis to the country, on King Road and turning onto Auburn Folsom Road. There is some beautiful property in this area. The riders cruised slowly through the main section of Auburn, a historic gold rush town. Rumor is the town was called Auburn was it best describes the red-brown color of the dirt in the hills of Auburn Ravine, which is where gold was first discovered in this area during 1848. However, records show the town selected the name Auburn in 1849, to commemorate the miners and settlers who came here from Auburn, New York. We followed CA-49 through the Auburn State Recreation Area, with a deep forest of trees standing in the hills along the North and Middle Forks of the American River. The water of both rivers meet at the site known as the Confluence. There are three well-known bridges in this area. The Foresthill Bridge, Mountain Quarries Railroad Bridge (aka No Hands Bridge), and the Highway 49 Bridge. Once filled with thousands of gold miners living off the land seeking their lucky strike, the area is now a natural area visited by almost a million people each year. This beautiful land is very popular for its biking, hiking and horse riding trails. Auburn colored dirt with view of forest Heading to Cool Hwy 49 Forest in the Hills Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 16
We enjoyed miles of twists and turns that curve through the canyon beside tall hills of rock and auburn colored dirt, with drop offs that fall a long way down the edge of the road. The rider must pay attention to the road or could face danger. We have seen a few bikes crash on this highway. One year we were riding in a large group of bikes, when a few deer came out of the bushes and ran directly in front of us. Fortunately, the riders were paying attention. There was no accident. Out of the canyon into the beautiful green hills that lead us to one of the smaller 1849 Gold Rush towns, named Cool. Not as populated as some of the larger areas, it feels more like country. This is where Curt and I took a different direction, leaving the group and rode through the Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park in Coloma, where James Marshall first discovered gold at Sutter’s Mill, in 1848. Restored or rebuilt on site, the public can tour some of the original buildings including the Blacksmith Shop, Post office, Marshall’s cabin, Miwok Indian wood bark teepees. You can also take a chance and pan for gold in water from the South Fork of the American River. From here, we rode up to Gold Hill. My California family history starts in the Gold Rush era on this amazing land. A true ‘49er Gold Rush Pioneer must have evidence of being in California in 1848, before the discovery of gold. I am a Mecartea direct descendant. My 5th Great Grandmother, Elvira Delvis Smith, was 15 years old when she left Missouri with her parents, traveling to California in an ox pulled wagon. They crossed the Yuba River in 1848, landing at a tent camp in Marysville and stayed for a short time. The little family moved on to Sonora, where her father died in 1850. Elvira was 19 years old when she met James Wyatt Mecartea and married him in 1852. A Circuit Rider married them in the local saloon. James and Elvira settled in Chinese Camp. James worked as a town Blacksmith in the shop located on the corner of Main Street next to the Wells Fargo Express Company building (reference California historical landmark #140). Eventually they moved to Big Oak Flat and James opened a Blacksmith Shop there. After Abraham Lincoln signed the Homestead Act in 1862, James and Elvira decided to homestead 160 acres in Groveland. Again, James was the town Blacksmith. Married 47 years, James and Elvira had 14 live birth children, only one daughter among 13 sons. Their son, Austin, took over the Mecartea blacksmith shop when James died. My grandchildren are 8th generation California born, also Mecartea direct descendants. I am 6th generation. My heart sings and my soul soars when we ride through the California Gold Rush country. This is where I belong. California is the land that I love. Such a wonderful way for me to start a New Year. Thank you Curt, for taking me on this ride. Ride and Have Fun … Article and photos contributed by Cyndee Reed Van Hooser King Road Safety Meeting and Ride Info On the road again Elvira, James & Austin Mecartea in front of their Blacksmith Shop in Groveland Unobstructed view on Sierra College Blvd Smokey says Fire Danger Low Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 17
KNYTE RYDERZ MC 11th ANNUAL MEGA TOY RUN On December 23, 2024, there was a rumble in Union City. A shaking of pure joy and excitement because the Mega Toy Run was underway. Lead by the Knyte Ryderz MC (KR) an all-female motorcycle club, this group of riding enthusiast dare to be different. Armed with coffee, hot chocolate, donuts and toys, they set out on a mission to bring holiday cheers to UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital in Oakland. For the past 11 years, this event has altered the way the moto community comes together for one common goal, to spread cheer, laughter, and joy to those who may feel that they are forgotten during the holiday season. “It’s important that every child and every parent feel that someone is thinking of them during the most difficult times. It’s hard to imagine a parent having to choose between spending money on hospital bills for their little one while trying to buy toys for the siblings at home. We want to help alleviate that stress for the moment,” says the President and Founder of the Knyte Ryderz MC Champagne Ellison. Every year, the Saturday before Christmas, KR sounds the alarm and the magic happens. Motorcycle riders from all over the Bay Area and beyond ascend upon Union Landing Plaza in Union City to have a moment of celebration, with laughs and conversation amongst riders; most meeting each other for the first time but you wouldn’t know it. The care and love for the cause is shown on the faces of each rider as they pull up with mounds of toys strapped to their bikes to deliver them into an awaiting U-Haul truck filled with additional toys, bikes, clothes, and many other goodies for our children. “During Covid, we lost a lot of our donors as well as after several of our Bay Area sport teams left, we often worry if we would have enough toys for our families in need. But every year more supporters come through, so amazing.” After the exchange of pleasantries, a moment of meditation and prayer filled the air asking for safe passage through the streets and highways, the Knyte Ryderz MC with friends in tow rolled out. “As we rolled through the streets of Oakland and turned the corner on Claremont Blvd., I could see the children jumping and cheering. I had to keep my eyes from watering with tears of joy,” said Ellison. Not only were the children and hospital staff waiting, but a new guest Oakland’s Finest Fire Department Station 8 was Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 18
on hand with smiles, hats, stickers, and their shiny red Fire truck. This was the icing on the cake. The children shopped for what they wanted. Several of the children won bicycles during a kiddy raffle. They took pictures on the fire truck and some adults couldn’t help to be kids if just for one day. Santa, The Knyte Angel, the Elves and many more look forward to this reunion each year. “This is so amazing to hear from someone who has been a champion of our community for decades. It’s support from groups like yours that help balance the scales and we are just trying to fill in the gaps. All of it is only possible with God and Him alone. We had a great time on Saturday!” said Dr. Javay Ross-Pediatrician. This year KR came across a family who lost their mother in September 2023 to cancer. Jamie Hawkins is now a single father of 6 beautiful children from 3-15 years old weighed heavily on our minds. So, KR did the only thing that came natural for them, they made their way to the Hawkin’s home. After the Mega Toy Run, just before nightfall, KR and friends rolled up with toys, bikes, and holiday cheer for each of the children. “This is what love looks like for us. And we will continue to spread this love until our world understands.” Article and photos contributed by Knyte Ryderz MC, Bay Area Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 19
When I was 13, I hoped that one day I would have a girlfriend with big boobs. When I was 16 I got a girlfriend with big boobs, but there was no passion, so I decided I needed a passionate girl with a zest for life. In college I dated a passionate girl, but she was too emotional. Everything was an emergency; she was a drama queen, cried all the time and threatened suicide. So I decided I needed a girl with stability. When I was 25 I found a very stable girl but she was boring. She was totally predictable and never got excited about anything. Life became so dull that I decided that I needed a girl with some excitement. When I was 28 I found an exciting girl, but I couldn’t keep up with her. She rushed from one thing to another, never settling on anything. She did mad impetuous things and made me miserable as often as happy. She was great fun initially and very energetic, but directionless. So I decided to find a girl with some real ambition. When I turned 30, I found a smart ambitious girl with her feet planted firmly on the ground, so I married her. She was so ambitious that she divorced me and took everything I owned. I am older and much wiser now, and I am just yet again, simply looking for a girl with big boobs. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A Mafia Godfather finds out that his bookkeeper, Guido, has cheated him out of $5 million dollars. His bookkeeper is deaf. That was the reason he got the job in the first place. It was assumed that Guido would hear nothing, so he would never have to testify in court. When the Godfather goes to confront Guido about his missing $5 million, he brings along his lawyer who happens to know sign language. The Godfather tells the lawyer, “Ask him where the money is!” The lawyer, using sign language, asks Guido, “Where’s the money?” Guido signs back, “I don’t know what you are talking about.” The lawyer tells the Godfather, “He says he doesn’t know what you’re talking about.” The Godfather pulls out a 38, puts it to Guido’s head and says, “Ask him again and if he doesn’t tell me, I’ll kill him!” The lawyer signs to Guido, “He’ll kill you if you don’t tell him.” Guido trembles and signs, “OK, OK! The money is in a brown briefcase, buried behind the shed at my cousin Bruno’s house.” The Godfather asks the lawyer, “What did he say?” The lawyer replies, “He says screw you, you don’t have the balls to pull the trigger.” Had a prob with my computer yesterday, so I called Lil’ Joey, my girlfriend’s son, next door. Lil’ Joey clicked a couple of buttons and solved my dilemma. As he was leaving, I called after him, “So, what was wrong?” He yelled back, “It was an ID ten T error.” I didn’t want to appear clueless, but still asked him, “An ID ten T error? What’s that about? Lil’ Joey grinned and said, “Write it down so you don’t forget and maybe you won’t have to call my Mom to make me come over here and assist.” So I wrote it down.... “ID10T” --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Am just more than confused how a Mortuary can raise its’ funeral prices and blame it on the cost of living ?? ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Lost my job at Boeing today - told them, as one door closes another opens. They said that’s why they were letting me go. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Me: Gotta’ say, ate quite a bit over the holidays, which began with Thanksgiving, and don’t think I gained too much at all. My Phone: Face Not Recognized - Try Again --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Every time I see a crackhead on a bicycle I yell “Hey! that’s my bike!” just to see how fast they can pedal. You’d be surprised! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hubby being cute - I found a great site to order sausage online ..... I’ll send you a link. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn commercials be washing everything BUT dishes! I do not have a greasy duck. (*lucky spellcheck is strong @ beginning of year) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Some of y’all never had to push your own car then jump in and pop the clutch and it shows! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- HR: You can’t call employees “foreskin”. Me: But they disappear when things get hard. HR: Still can’t. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Happy Valentine’s Day! all you sexy, fun-loving, Bikers - the world is a much more exciting place with YOU in it! (everybody smooch!) Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 20
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Blog by Olivia Goheen for Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys Pictures are captured to soak up memories for a lifetime and Sara Liberte, a seasoned photographer knows that best. Open roads with two wheels and beautiful landscapes are some of her favorite scenes to snap. With over 30 years of experience, Sara shares her unique journey into the world of photography, where she brings her love for motorcycling and her artistic vision. Throughout her career, Sara’s work demonstrates the power of merging personal passions with creative endeavors, all while making a significant impact, one person at a time, and leaving a great mark on both the world and her heart. Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys: You are a photographer. Where are you based out of? Sara Liberte: Well, I just relocated to, I’m in southern Louisiana now. But I’m originally from Massachusetts. Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys: Talk to me about how you got into photography. How long have you been doing that for? Sara Liberte: In art school I was introduced to so many different media to play with, one of which was photography. Had some amazing photography instructors. Linda White was very influential on me. And from there, I really just kind of started combining my passions, which was motorcycles and photography. I just kind of stayed into it and built my career and not really with a purpose or goal of doing that. I just kinda lived every day and did what I enjoyed doing, riding motorcycles and taking photos and sharing my experience with people and built a pretty amazing career doing that. We’re talking over 30 years now. Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys: Could you share a story behind your first encounter with motorcycles and how that experience or that love of motorcycles got you into your creative work? Sara Liberte: My love of motorcycling — my dad owned a steel business and was also into automotive. He was a race car driver. He collected cars. He was a gearhead. And so I kind of grew up in that environment. So anything motorized and that would take you for a fun adventure — I was into go-karts, everything racing, whatever we could get our hands on. My passion for that stuff kind of led me into exploring the machine creatively through my camera and through my words. Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys: I would love to know about a collaboration that you’ve had that has been both inspiring and challenging? Sara Liberte: I’d say probably the most important project I’ve been a part of was, Veterans Charity Ride. I was the embedded photographer, support videographer for seven years. We’d take wounded and disabled veterans on a motorcycle therapy ride. Typically we’d leave from the West coast and would traverse all the way up to Sturgis, South Dakota. It was challenging times. I don’t know how to describe it. I don’t even know if I can put it into words, what happens as you watch the transformation of this group of people that were strangers, all with their own tough luck stuff that they’re dealing with. And watch them just transform. And even myself — we’re here to support them and document, but it’s amazing the transformation that happens inside you. This group of strangers just becomes this lifelong bond now, this family just formed. And challenges were overcome and things were happening through the support of one another together. Just extremely powerful and humbling. And probably the most important work I’ve done in my career was being involved with the Veterans Charity Ride. Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys: How do you add motorcycles to your photography by also adding in the love of the environment? How do you merge these two in a creative sense? Sara Liberte: You’re shifting with your hands and your feet and it’s an extension of you. You’re controlling the power of that motorcycle. And so its natural environment is where it can bring you. Creating landscape captures with a silhouette of a motorcycle is important to me because that’s where the motorcycle belongs, in my opinion. Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys: How do you see motorcycles as a vehicle for personal growth and transformation? Sara Liberte: This motorcycle is putting you in experiences you’ve never experienced before. Maybe this motorcycle left you on the side of the road and you just figured out how to do whatever to get it back up and running. And that just builds your confidence like crazy. Gearing up for a ride and packing your motorcycle and making sure all your electronics on your motorcycle are working, and knowing firsthand that you just made sure that motorcycle is in top running condition — that boosts your confidence level and makes you feel more secure. There’s so many ways that the motorcycle can help you grow. It’s unbelievable. Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys: What sort of advice would you give to aspiring artists who want to incorporate their personal passions into their creative work, while also making a positive impact on the world? Sara Liberte: I’d say don’t be consumed with trying to make a positive impact on the world. Don’t overwhelm yourself with that responsibility, because having an impact on one person is having an impact on the world. For me, I’ve learned over the years that the one-on-one relationships, the experiences with new people coming together and working through something difficult together. Coming together as a team or just impacting a child, empowering them to do something, watching them understand something. To me, it is more important than trying to change the world. Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys: Have you ever been into a motorcycle accident? And if so, what did you learn from it? Sara Liberte: Yeah. So I was in a pretty bad wreck in 2017. I can remember cruising out at 120 and looking down, watching that pavement just go ripping past and not feeling any hesitation, any insecurity whatsoever. But then after 2017, that changed. And I don’t know if it was a combination of age and that experience, but it had changed me to the point where I just wasn’t interested in being on the street riding anymore. Be sure to check out Sara’s photography on her website and keep-up-to-date with what she is doing on her Instagram. Ride safe, and thanks for reading! To Read More BLOG’s Like This One Go to www.RussBrown.com MEET MOTORCYCLE PHOTOGRAPHER - SARA LIBERTE A stellar shot by the one and only Sara Liberte (Photo Owned by Sara Liberte) Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 23
Automotive Rick’s Automotive Biker Owned & Operated 3725 Pine Street Rocklin, CA 95677 (916) 632-8230 Bars/Restaurants Bones Roadhouse Bar & Grub www.bonesroadhousehangtown.com 4430 Pleasant Valley Road Placerville, CA 95667 (530) 644-4301 Double D Steak Seafood-Bar-Grill 320 Main Street Fortuna, CA 95540 (707) 725-3700 Kenny’s Bar & Grill 721 East Street Woodland, CA 95776 (530) 662-3634 Road Trip Bar & Grill www.roadtripbg.com 24989 State Hwy 16 Capay, CA 95607 530-796-3777 Chiropractor Dr. Terek Lovell-Brown www.idealbodycenter.com 6150 Horseshoe Bar Rd. Loomis, CA 95650 (916) 652-4411/ 916-293-2951 Dealerships C&E Auburn Indian & V-Twin 12015 Shale Ridge Auburn, CA 95602 530-885-5556 Folsom Harley-Davidson® www.folsomhd.com 115 Woodmere Road Folsom, CA 95630 (916) 608-9922 Harley-Davidson of Rocklin www.RocklinHD.com 4401 Granite Drive Rocklin, CA 95677 (916) 259-2453 Sonoma County Harley-Davidson® www.SonomaCountyHD.com 7601 Redwood Drive Cotati, CA 94931 (707) 793-9180 Heating & Air Conditioning A&M Heating and Air Conditioning www.AMHeatingandAirConditioning.com 7625 Sunrise Blvd – Ste 208 Citrus Heights, CA 95610 (916) 747-5654 Insurance Big Cory Insurance Cory Ellerbee / Lic# 4044294 2499 Martin Road Ste A Fairfield, CA 94534 (707) 690-8321 / [email protected] Noble West Insurance Services www.noblewest.net (800) 391-1313 Leather Goods The Leatherworks, Inc. www.LeatherworksInc.com 188 Frank West Circle #C Stockton, CA 95206 (209) 983-9200 Tomson Leather Est. 1985 Custom Leather Clothing, Alterations & Repairs Placerville, California Call for appointment (530) 622-2453 Motorcycle Attorneys Jachimowicz Law Group 1550 The Alameda – Ste 100 San Jose, CA 95126 (408) 246-5500 Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys Brown, Koro & Romag, LLP – NorCal www.RussBrown.com 2440 Camino Ramon, Suite 385 San Ramon, CA 94583-4383 (800) 4-BIKERS / (800) 424-5377 Motorcycle Detailing San Jose Hogwash Motorcycle Detailing www.sanjosehogwash.com P.O. Box 24273 San Jose, CA 95154 (408) 641-1940 Motorcycle Museum Moto Talbott Museum 4 E. Carmel Valley Road Carmel Valley, CA 93924 (831) 659-5410 Thursday-Sunday / 11am-5pm Motorcycle Paint Clinton’s Custom Cycle 555 Lincoln Blvd Lincoln, CA 95648 (916) 645-0954 Ol’ Skool Builds & Designs Ol’ Skool Jim Corcoran Fernley, Nevada [email protected] (775) 219-6215 Motorcycle Towing Lane Splitter Towing, LLC www.lanesplittertow.com 4640 Northgate Blvd. Suite #160 Sacramento, CA 95834 (916) 471-8876 Sales / Service / Accessories Clinton’s Custom Cycle 555 Lincoln Blvd Lincoln, CA 95648 (916) 645-0954 Fast Lane Motorcycle 19730 Wayne Lane Cottonwood, CA 96022 (530) 347-7111 John Jessup’s DREAM RIDES www.dreamridesusa.com 2275 N. Wilson Way Stockton, CA 95205 (209) 467-4669 Midnight Motors 12854 Earhart Ave – Unit 102 Auburn, CA 95602 (916) 223-1776 Miller Built Performance Cycles 3293 Saratoga Lane – Ste A Cameron Park, CA 95682 (530) 672-9141 Omega Motorcycle www.OmegaCycle.com 1551 Merkley Avenue West Sacramento, CA 95691 (916) 372-2206 / SERVICE (916) 373-1745 Penngrove Motorcycle Company www.penngrovemotorcycleco.com 9585 Main Street Penngrove, CA 94951 (707) 793-7993 Ride-On-Motorcycles www.Ride-On-Motorcycles.com 1416 Sonoma Blvd Vallejo, CA 94590 (707) 647-RIDE(7433) Tattoos Wild Bill Tattoo www.wild-bills.com 115 Lincoln Street Roseville, CA 95678 (916) 783-909 Tires Cal Tire and Auto Works MOTORCYCLES – CARS – TRUCKS 2226 N. Wilson Way Stockton, CA 95205 (209) 465-2805 Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 24
Remember to check for MORE events submitted AFTER print deadline at www.thunderroadsnorcal.com GOT EVENTS? Submit your events online at www.thunderroadsnorcal.com FEBRUARY 2024 FEBRUARY 3 HARRY FRYED’S BIRTHDAY BASH ORANGEVALE Join Harry and the Fryed Brothers Band at The Boardwalk - 9426 Greenback Lane, and let’s celebrate Harry’s birthday! 8pm – 12am. General Admission: $15. Or you can also purchase VIP seating: $35. Special guests: The Damn Liars. Get your tickets early – last year was a SOLD OUT event For more information: www.rocktheboardwalk. com for ticket information or [email protected] FEBRUARY 11 20th ANNUAL DAVID MANN CHOPPERFEST VENTURA Located at Ventura County Fairgrounds – 10 W. Harbor Blvd. 8am-4pm. General Admission $20, Presale $15 (Includes event poster), Military with ID $10, kids 12 & under are free. Features a very special David Mann and Friends Motorcycle Art Exhibit, an All-Brand Antique and Custom Motorcycle Show; Custom Bike Builder Displays featuring World Class Bike Builders; Hundreds of Motorcycle/Culture Vendors; a New and Used Motorcycle Parts Swap Meet; Live Rock and Blues Bands, Food and Beer. No Colors, No Pets, No Outside Alcohol. For more information: www.chopperfestival.com FEBRUARY 18 44th ANNUAL SWEETHEART RUN AUBURN Presented by C&E Auburn Indian and V-Twin – 12015 Shale Ridge Lane. Starts at 10am / KSU 12pm -$5 per person/$5 Ride Pins. End location is PJ’s Roadhouse - 5641 Mother Lode Drive in Placerville. All motorcycles welcome. For more information: (530) 885-5556 / www. auburnvtwin.com. See Flyer On Pages 11 & 22 FEBRUARY 24-25 109th ANNUAL ALMOND FESTIVAL CAPAY Presented by Road Trip Bar & Grill – 2489 State Hwy 16. 12pm – 4pm Food and Live Music - (Saturday) Four Barrel / (Sunday) Aca Daca. For more information: (530) 796- 3777 / www.roadtripbg.com FEBRUARY 24 WILD BILL’S ANNUAL TATTOO-A-THON ROSEVILLE Presented by Wild Bill’s Tattoo – 115 Lincoln Street. 8ammidnight. The 16-hour tattoo marathon consist of approximately 30 volunteer tattoo artist from all over California who donate their entire days proceeds from tattoos, piercings, jewelry, shirts, and even their tips. All proceeds are donated to UC Davis Children’s Hospital (Sacramento) to benefit the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. Appointments are preferred (to avoid a long wait) but not necessary. Please come with your tattoo ideas on paper (if possible) it’ll save a lot of time. For more information: www. WILD-BILLS.com. See Flyer On Pages 12-13. MARCH 2024 MARCH 1-10 83rd DAYTONA BIKE WEEK DAYTONA, FLORIDA Join thousands of enthusiasts to enjoy beautiful Florida weather and miles of scenic rides along famous A1A, historic Main Street or the scenic Loop during this four-day rally. For more information: (386) 258-5186 / daytonabikeweek.com MARCH 2 SWAP MEET & BEER PONG TOURNAMENT CHICO Presented by Sierra Steel Harley-Davidson - 1501 Mangrove Ave. 12-3pm. Cost $20. Join us for a swap meet and beer pong tournament to kick off the riding season! If you want to get a space for the swap meet, $20 If you want to compete in the tournament $20 per team of 2. Winner of the Tournament will take home all the cash!! For more information: (530) 893-1918 www. sierrasteelhd.com / [email protected] Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 25
GOT EVENTS? Submit your events online at www.thunderroadsnorcal.com MARCH 16 ANNUAL ST PATRICK’S DAY PLACERVILLE Presented by Boozefighters MC (Hangtown). Located at PJ’s Roadhouse - 5641 Mother Lode Drive. 12pm-4pm / $20 per person. Come and enjoy the festivities with the Gallows Crew! Special guests performing live:::::::::DEVIATE. Corned beef & Cabbage(meal Included), Music,Vendors, Beer Chug Contest, Raffles & 50/50. Hangtown Boozefighters MC is a Non Profit Charitable Organization allocating portions of event proceeds to assist the Community of El Dorado County. For more information: Bootlegger - [email protected] . See Flyer On Page 7 March 23 15th ANNUAL RABBIT RUN and 45th ANNIVERSARY MARYSVILLE Presented by Sisters of Scota W.M.C. Sign in at Gold Eagle Market#2 - 11269 Loma Rica Rd. 9am-10:30am / Admission: $20per person, run pin to first 50 sign-ins. Please join Sisters of Scota WMC on a guided motorcycle ride through the foothills of Yuba County to Lake Francis Resort in Dobbins. Other vehicles are welcome to join us at Lake Francis Resort as well! Your donation will help fund programs and summer camp scholarships for foster children of EA Family Services, a 501(c)(3) foster care agency. Festivities include bike blessing by Christian Motorcyclist Association, live music by The Swankmasters, ride-in bike show, specially prepared holiday luncheon and Easter activities for the foster kids. This event is (rain or shine). For more information: Banshee (530) 740-3258 MARCH 30 SEASON OPENER BBQ & RIDE CHICO Presented by Sierra Steel Harley-Davidson - 1501 Mangrove Ave. Starts at 12pm. Free admission. Join us for a free BBQ at the dealership, followed by a group ride! Open to the public, all bikes are welcome! For more information: (530) 893-1918 www.sierrasteelhd.com / [email protected] APRIL 2024 APRIL 20 13th ANNUAL HIGH 5 POKER RUN RIO LINDA Presented by American Legion Riders Chapter 521. American Legion - 6700 8th Ave. Registration begins at 8:30am. Breakfast is available. Entry is $20 single / $30 doubles. Event includes a beautiful ride on our Poker Run, Tri-tip sandwich lunch, a Band and Lots of Raffle prizes. Poker Ride leaves at 11am. Benefiting local veterans and their families For more information: (916) 873-5007 / [email protected] APRIL 20 6THANNUAL SAM COX MEMORIAL RUN YUBA CITY Presented by InfuzedWorld. Meet at Harley-Davidson of Yuba City. Kickstands up at 12noon for a Memorial Run in honor and memory of Sam Cox “Sammers” Mapped Motorcycle Ride through Hills and Towns Sam used to ride. All bikes and or bikers welcomed. It doesn’t matter what you ride as long as you are getting wind therapy *Non-Profit Event. *Food & Drinks *Live Music by INFUZED *Vendors *Raffle Prizes *Great People *Great Fun!*Bikini Bike Wash!!!*** Weather Permitting Bike Wash ***Live Broadcasts at Harley Davidson by Bikers Inner Circle Radio! * Hillbillies & Heshers Show (Before & After Run)* Wild Flower Show (While Motorcycles are out on the Run.) For more information: Infuzedworld@ gmail.com / Infuzedworld.com/samcoxrun OPEN HOUSE EVERY MONTH AUBURN MONTHLY CHAPTER MEETING Presented by Gold Country Indian Motorcycle Riders Group. C&E Auburn Indian & V-Twin - 12015 Shale Ridge Rd. Gold Country IMRG is open to all motorcycle brands. All members and prospective members and friends are welcome. Check monthly calendar for dates and times at www. goldcountryimrg.com/Events_Calendar.html 2nd MONDAY OF EACH MONTH JACKSON American Legion Riders Meeting Presented by Post 108 Legion Riders – 11401 American Legion Drive – 6:30pm. 1st TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH FT BRAGG ALR Chapter 96 Monthly Meeting Presented by American Legion Riders – Chapter 96. Veterans Administration Building – 360 North Harrison Street. 6pm. For more information: Gary (907) 230- 5857 / americanlegionriders96.com 1st TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH MANTECA EAGLE’S NEST HOG Monthly Meeting Mountain Mikes – 1120 N. Main Street 7pm. For more information: Savannah (916) 929-4680 2nd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH MARYSVILLE MMA Division 1 Monthly Meeting Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Stassis 4th Ward Tavern – 102 7th Street. 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. For more information: [email protected] Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 26
3rd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH FOLSOM Folsom HOG Chapter 1787 General Meeting Presented by Folsom HOG – Roundtable Pizza – 9500- 1 Greenback Lane. Come early and have dinner, 6pm. Organized reports and activities at 6:30pm. Share info on great rides, discuss upcoming events, hear the latest news from the Folsom dealership, and the RAFFLE. For more information: www.folsomhog.org / [email protected] 4th TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH FAIR OAKS American Legion Riders Post 383 Monthly Meeting Presented by ALR Post 383 – 9050 Sunset Avenue. 7pm. Veterans Events, Activities, Function, Meetings and Rides. For more information: Lee Payne – Commander (916) 367-9620 1st WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH (except December) SACRAMENTO SACRAMENTO HOG Monthly Meeting Mountain Mikes – 5640 Auburn Blvd. 6:30pm For more information: Savannah (916) 929-4680 2nd WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH PLACERVILLE American Legion Riders Post 119 Monthly Meeting Presented by ALR Post 119 – 4561 Greenstone Road. 6pm. Share info on rides and discuss upcoming events. Bar opens at 5pm. For more information: Bill Bryant (530) 409-8414 2nd WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH FORESTHILL American Legion Riders Post 587 Monthly Meeting Presented by ALR Post 587 – 24601 Harrison Street. 6pm. For more information: John Rouse (530) 367-3081 2nd WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH AUBURN Gold Country Harley Riders Monthly Meeting Presented by Gold Country Harley Riders – El Tapatio -2100 Grass Valley Hwy. Dinner at 6pm / Meeting at 7pm. For more information: Dennis Chapman (831) 710-0299 4th WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH REDDING Redding HOG Chapter Meeting Presented by Redding Harley Owners Group - LuLu’s Restaurant - 2230 Pine Street. 7pm. Meeting is free to all who wish to attend. Come early and get the world’s best clams! For more information: ernie@ reddingharley-davidson.com 1st THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH LINCOLN ALR Chapter 264 Monthly Meeting Presented by American Legion Riders – Chapter 264. Lincoln Veteran’s Hall – 541 5th Street. 6pm Contact Gail Miller with any questions (916) 521-6319 2rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH ROSEVILLE CMA -ROSEVILLE Monthly Meeting Presented by The Riders of the Cross. Meet at Denny’s Restaurant – 122 Sunrise Avenue 7pm – Come early if you’re having dinner. Contact Chuck Loseth with any questions (916) 837-3150. 3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH CITRUS HEIGHTS RIVER CITY BIKER BABES Meet & Greet Presented by River City Biker Babes Ladies Motorcycle Riding Club. Located at the R. Vida Cantina – 7040 Sunrise Blvd. 7pm / FREE. Ladies? If you are interested in meeting a great bunch of gals, and you either ‘ride your own,’ or want to learn, we want to meet you. We work with all levels of riders and all brands of motorcycles. We talk about safety (which is our number one concern), suggest areas we would like to plan rides to, and basic motorcycle maintenance (i.e. do you know how to check your own oil?). Looking forward to meeting you. Visit us at: http://www.meetup. com/River-City-Biker-Babes/ https://www.facebook. com/RiverCityBikerBabes/ 3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH ROCKLIN Monthly HOG Chapter Meeting Presented by Sierra Thunder HOG Chapter 4058. Granite Rock Grill Restaurant - 5140 Pacific St. 7pm. We welcome you to come to our meeting and learn about our Chapter. We Ride and Have Fun. Note: No food service at meeting. For more information: [email protected] /(916) 791-4443 landline 3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH ALTURAS American Legion Riders Meeting Presented by Post 163 Legion Riders – The Niles – 304 S. Main Street. For more information: (530) 708-2844 1st FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH WOODLAND BIKERS AGAINST CHILD ABUSE Meeting at VFW Hall – 345 W. Kentucky Avenue. 7pm Meetings are open to the public. (530) 848-2090 with any questions. 2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH FAIRFIELD OPEN HOUSE Presented by Dirty Whites Club House – 748 N. Texas St 8pm - ? Come have a blast! Contact Joe 707-694-5251 Remember to check for MORE events submitted AFTER print deadline at www.thunderroadsnorcal.com Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 27
Remember to check for MORE events submitted AFTER print deadline at www.thunderroadsnorcal.com 2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH ORANGEVALE OPEN HOUSE Presented by Rogue Militia MC. 9250 Greenback Lane. 7pm. Come out and join us for Good Times/Cold Drinks/Brotherhood. Contact: Tone (916) 208-8423 or Rob (916) 671-4871 2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH YUBA CITY OPEN HOUSE Presented by Fellas MC. 2372 Butte House Rd. 6pm-11pm. Contact: evpatrickcarver@ gmail.com / (530) 777-6655 3rd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH VALLEJO OPEN HOUSE Presented by Hellbent MC 707 Crew – 100 Lincoln Rd. E - 8pm. Come one come all! Our house is open to start your weekend off right, join us for our Open House night. 4th FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH SACRAMENTO CAPITAL CITY MC Meeting at 2414 13th Street. 7pm / Free. Come join the Sacramento Region’s oldest motorcycle club, Capital City MC, at our monthly open house. Each month on the fourth Friday from 7pm to 10pm. Free to enter, food and drink available for purchase. Contact: (916) 442-8242 / info@capitalcitymc. com. EVERY SATURDAY SACRAMENTO Presented by Misplaced Souls MC. Open House to the Biker Community – 3418 Auburn Blvd on Saturday nights – 6pm. / No Cover Charge. Come Join the MSMC and other motorcycle enthusiasts where we enjoy good entertainment, cold drinks, and good food. For more information: Spit Shine (916) 217-2508 / Sarge (785) 410-1015. 1st SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH ANTIOCH MOUNTED MESSENGERS Breakfast N Ride at Hillcrest Restaurant & Taphouse – 2709 Hillcrest Avenue. 8am/Menu Come on out for some good breakfast, fellowship & then out for a ride (Location TBD) KSU: approximately 9:30-10am. “Normally”, once we reach our destination, we have lunch. Once done, we head back and eventually split up on the way depending where one lives or what plans one has. Hope to see you there! For more information: gandagarage@ hotmail.com 3rd SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH CORDELIA MONTHLY CHAPTER MEETING – Presented by Christian Motorcyclists Association - Lord’s Knights Chapter. *NEW LOCATION Denny’s Restaurant – 304 Pittman Road. Order breakfast at 8am. Announcements at 8:30am. Kick stands up by 9:15am. All bikes welcome. For more information: Bill Neander / [email protected]. 3rd SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH RENO, NV MONTHLY CHAPTER MEETING - Presented by Battle Born IRMG 2066 - Indian Motorcycle of Reno – 3445 Kietzke Lane. 9am. Newly formed Battle Born IMRG, Chapter 2066, based out of the Reno Indian dealership is forming up and recruiting Indian and Victory riders if you wish to join. For more information: Jeff Justus - President (775) 745-7846 / [email protected] 3rd SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH VACAVILLE MONTHLY LOCAL MEETING Presented by A.B.A.T.E. Local 17 - 4823 Midway Road 10am We will discuss matters important to the Local and to the motorcycle community. We create plans, and review events and have a raffle. We will also share with other MRO’s and Clubs. We are also open to the communities. Glenn Phillips (707) 624-6310 / [email protected] BIKE NIGHTS EVERY THURSDAY SACRAMENTO Presented by Misplaced Souls MC. Thursday Night Fun Night – 3418 Auburn Blvd. 6pm / Join the MSMC for its Thursday Night get together. Free food, entertainment and great company. All like minded members of the community are welcome. The MSMC reserve the right to refuse access to who they choose. For more information: Spit Shine (916) 217-2508 / Sarge (785) 410-1015 1st THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH McKINLEYVILLE BIKE NIGHT Presented by Jus Brothers Humboldt MC - Central Station Sports Bar – 1631 Central Avenue. 7pm. All motorcycles welcome. 3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH WINTERS LADIES BIKE NIGHT Green River Taproom & Brewing - 4513 Putah Creek Road 6:30pm – 10pm Ladies Bike night is family friendly and hopes to be a place where women riders, from all backgrounds and experience levels can come together to collaborate regarding events, fundraisers, promoting, networking, but mostly just a place to meet other like minded women. (Men are welcome too, we just ask that you bring a lady with you :) For more information: [email protected] / (619) 961-8151 Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 28
A&M Heating and Air........................................19 Bones Roadhouse Bar & Grub ..........................4 BFMC Hangtown EVENT...................................7 C&E Auburn Indian & V-Twin EVENT . 11 & 22 Cal Tire & Autoworks .........................................4 Clinton’s Custom Cycle ......................................7 Double D Steak ..................................................7 Folsom-Rocklin H-D ................... Back Cover /15 Jachimowicz Law Group....................................5 Lane Splitter Towing ...........................................4 Kenny’s Bar & Grill............................................10 Midnight Motors ................................................22 Miller Built Performance Cycles.......................19 Noble West Insurance Services.......................19 Omega Motorcycles ...........................................7 Penngrove Motorcycle Company ......................7 Ride-On Motorcycles........................................10 Road Trip Bar & Grill.........................................11 Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys............1 & 23 San Jose Hogwash ..........................................22 Thunder Road Biker Church ..............................6 Sonoma County HD ...........................................4 Wild Bill Tattoo EVENT.......................12-13 & 22 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS THUNDER ROADS® NORCAL INDEX OF ADVERTISERS 2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH LODI BIKE NIGHT Presented by The Water Hole along with The Red Iron Riders. 246 N. Cluff Ave. 6:30pm Cost depending on the menu $10-$18. A great NO DRAMA social event to get to know others that share the passion of the bike. Outdoor private patio area, pool tables, Shuffleboard, Music, big screen TVs for game nights and more. All bikes welcome, and those without bikes welcome too. For more information: (209) 604- 7149 / (209) 327-8283 3nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH MARYSVILLE BIKE NIGHT Located at Wanderers MC NorCal Clubhouse located at 790 Boyer Rd. 5pm-8pm. Trophies – Vendors and More! For more information: (530) 237- 9312 Josh - CASPER Wanderers MC 2nd & 4th SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH CHICO GROUP RIDE Located at Sierra Steel Harley-Davidson – 1501 Mangrove Ave. 11am – Free Admission. Open to the public, meet at the dealership and we’ll go explore a different part of NorCal! All bikes welcome. For more information: (530)893-1918 www.sierrasteelhd.com TRM NorCal is not responsible for errors or omissions and events are subject to change without notice Thunder Roads Magazine® Northern California 29