THUNDER ROADS NORCAL - January 2022

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THUNDER ROADS MAGAZINE NorCal editor’s letter
385 Wales Drive #B
Folsom, CA 95630 Happy New Year!!! Hope you are all having a safe and
Office: 530.368.6579 satisfying holiday season. So much has changed
or 530.305.7992 over the last year and it looks like 2022 will be
Email: [email protected] another wild ride as well, so buckle up and get ready for
Website: www.thunderroadsnorcal.com whatever comes our way. It has been a long time since we
have seen anything in the industry that really stir things up.
Northern California But after going to the Bagger Race League’s (BRL) Battle of
State Editors / Owners the Baggers event at Sonoma Raceway last month, I felt as
though I was witnessing the birth of a new and exciting form
Stan & Terri Hill of racing. Now a lot of you know that we ride a bagger, so I
am not bagging on them when I say performance and bagger
On The Cover: is kinda an oxymoron. Let’s face it they are fun to ride, but
Photo by Cherise Hight – PhotographybyCherise / Model: Stephine they are built for utility not performance. After seeing the
modifications on these bikes and the performance that they
Art Director/Layout & Design were able to put out was quite impressive! Top that off with
Meredith Hancock – Hancock Media some riders with amazing skills tossing a 600lb motorcycle
around the turns, they were able to smash everything we
Contributing Writers thought about a heavy duty motorcycle right in the kisser. If
at all possible, we encourage you to get out to the next BRL
Ride Destination Race you see on the schedule. Go check it out - it is great
Chuck & Cindy Loseth fun and if you love motorcycles you will be impressed.

Thunder Road Biker Church On another note, we wanted to point out some new and
Pastor Johnny Lujan very exciting events that are getting added to our events
calendar this year. Be sure to feast your eyes on the
Road Trippin’ upcoming events schedule that is always in the back of
Gary & Mary Hoffman every issue. It is sponsored by long-time supporters at
Sonoma County Harley-Davidson –it is their support that
Open Road Toon we’re able to keep this section free to list your upcoming
Don ‘Thunder’ Baggett events. To include your upcoming event, go to our website:
www.ThunderRoadsNorCal.com and simply click on the
If You Can See What I Can See … submit your EVENT TAB and fill in the blanks. Your event
You Might Be Riding on the Back of a Harley will appear in both the hard copy and online magazine.

Cyndee Reed Van Hooser It’s upgrade season, so get ‘er done now, if you are not sure
where to go look no further than the fine shops that support
Frank Medicine Wolf Springer this magazine and the NorCal riding community. Until next
month see you on the road.
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Billie Wilson / Billie The Kid Photography RIDE OFTEN
Tina Oakland
Wild Bill Hill

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2022 – Yes, my friends, it’s here and I love the range goals into much smaller ones that you can
beginning of each year. It gives us the opportunity achieve, daily, weekly, and monthly. IF you take
to shake off the dust from the previous year and the action to achieve the smaller goals, at the
set ourselves up for an amazing year to come. end of the year, you can become a new person
This is the perfect time to project the successes or have a new job, or have a happy marriage, or
you want to have for yourself this coming year. win your children back.
The issue people have with not achieving their
success goals is they don’t make the plan to All things are possible, my friends. I am a
achieve it. Losing 40lbs is a great goal, but walking, talking miracle, that has taken my own
without a sustainable plan you are merely one advice over the past 32 years and every year
Wendy’s french-fry away from failure. Leaving I do more, learn more and become more. And
that dead-end job and manipulating boss puts a when I can do more and become more, it gives
smile on your face, but without preparation and me the opportunity to help more people do more
skill set, you will probably be there next year or in their life. There is no greater gift I receive
if you do leave you may end up finding the same than seeing others achieve their dreams and
thing again. Getting a grasp on your marriage or goals. Sometimes, I am able to pray with people,
missing children is one of the greatest goals you coach people, instruct people and sometime
can have, but without action and steps to start kick someone in the rump to get them moving
that action, you will more than likely end 2022 in forward. Whatever it takes, I pray that your 2022
the same place, doing the same things as you is “Beyond Your Wildest Expectations”. If you find
did in 2021. It doesn’t have to be that way. You yourself stuck, unsure of yourself, or just petrified
have the right to change things and enjoy the life to move forward, reach out. Sometimes the best
you envision. The quote “If it’s meant to be, it’s way to get moving is to share your dreams or
up to me”, is spot on. It’s never too late to take action steps with someone. These steps make
charge of your life. Do it now! your actions accountable and achievable. May
your 2022 be something others only dream of –
Keeping your word is honorable. Fulfilling the Many Blessings!
promise, you make to yourself is noble. There is
always room to learn more, be more, do more and Isaiah 32:8 But the noble man makes noble
become more. It’s simply making the decision to plans, and by noble deeds he stands
take action on your dreams and your goals. Yes,
others will ridicule you, make fun of you, and tell Pastor Johnny Lujan
you can’t, or you shouldn’t. There will always
be critics when you are moving forward and
achieving your dreams. Those same critics at
the end of the year, will be doing the same thing,
complaining about the same things, ridiculing
the system and those overcoming the system.
There will always be naysayer, don’t let that be
you. The challenge is to break down those long-

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Boozefighters MC Hangtown Annual Toy Drop
Located at the Main Street Belltower in Placerville for El Dorado County families. 

Photos contributed by Adam aka ‘Bootlegger’ / President BOOZEFIGHTERS MC CHAPTER 121 HANGTOWN

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EVENT

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NORCRAIDLE DESTTINOATYION:RUNS

This month we thought we would give everyone a
snapshot of the tremendous efforts that the Biker
community puts in every year to give disadvantaged
kids in Northern California just a little better Christmas. Of
course, there are many, many Toy Runs throughout NorCal,
but we’ll focus on the main events in the Sacramento area.

The first Toy Drive and I believe the longest running was the
Modified Motorcycle Association run on Sunday, November
28th. Specialty Motorsports provided the logistics for this
fine event. I remember back in the day when the MMA run
was really the only thing going. Thousands of bikes would
line up at the Tower Bridge and down Riverfront St. waiting
for the signal to go. If you were near the back, when you
heard the front fire up, you knew you weren’t in any hurry to
do the same, it would be a half-an-hour before you needed
to saddle up. The gifts would be delivered to the Capital
steps for the ‘Toys for Tots’ program. The organization would
always be assisted by Marine Corp volunteers.

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Next up was the Gold Country Food and Toy Run, Saturday,
December 4th. It was hosted by C&E Auburn Indian and
V-Twin, Lone Wolf Cycle, Gold Country Harley Riders and
Gold Country IMRG. Also, kudos go out to the Auburn
Recreation District for their co-sponsorship. The run began
at the Auburn Recreational Park (played many a baseball
game there) and ended at the Auburn Regional Park. The
Regional Park was a great place to gather. Bikes poured in
by the hundreds and the kids really enjoyed going through
the toy line and picking out their goodies.

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Last, but not least, the Nevada County Toy Run was held a meet up, the huge convoy of bikes rolled through downtown

week later on December 11th. The day was sunny and bright Nevada City and then on to the Nevada County Fairgrounds

which led to a massive turnout at The Eric Rood Administrative to deliver their gifts. An estimated 1300+ bikes participated,

Center in Nevada City. This toy drive almost didn’t happen. and their efforts would supply Food and Toys to over 400

The long-time organizer of this event had to drop out this families. We and I’m sure everyone wants to give a heartfelt

year and the event was originally canceled. But Chelci and ‘Thank You!’ to all the organizers, sponsors and everyone

Shannon Buehler, Eric Oliver, along with Ed Peavey stepped who contributed to these very worthy causes.

in to fill the breach. Many thanks go out to them and the co- Article and photos contributed by Chuck & Cindy Loseth.
sponsors that kept this important event going! After the Additional photos contributed by Rick Hawkins

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45TH ANNUAL MMA TOY DRIVE

Modified Motorcycle Association of California’s 45th Annual
Toy Drive was held November 28th at Specialty Motorsports
- 721 N. B St. in Sacramento.  The historical annual pack
ride before the event left at 10:30am from Folsom Harley to arrive
at Specialty Motorsports at noon starting the event.  A few of the
California Corvette Club joined in behind the motorcycle pack.  All
were welcome… motorcycles, bikes, cars, and walk-ins!

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The event went from 1-4pm, the children got to pick out Various children’s agencies were also helped with the
toys, get pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus in the sleigh, donations from the event.  Several foster homes, women
play games for prizes, face painting and free lunch for & children crisis programs, and other venues that do toy
families courtesy of MMA.  This event was open to the programs were very grateful for the donations received.  For
public, no invite needed!  There was a DJ playing Christmas more information about Modified Motorcycle Association of
music and vendors for the grown-ups.  All of this was made California go to www.mmaofca.org.
possible by the many volunteers who gave their time for the
kids to have a special day.  Thank you and we appreciate Article and photos contributed by Connie Chrisos. Facebook
you all! photos contributed by Dayna Davidson, Tyler Sands, Matthew
Wiggins. Additional photos contributed by Rick Hawkins

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If You Can See What I Can See …
You Might Be Riding on the Back of a Harley

Gold Country Toy Run

Approaching the
Auburn Rec
District Gym

Fog Droplets

Shut down due to the pandemic, The Gold Country Toy Toy Run this Way
Run was back on for 2021. Bikers were there to support. Visiting with Friends
It was a cold and foggy early Saturday morning when
we left the house. Visibility was about one mile. The fog was
so thick and heavy that water droplets were falling on us. Not
rain, droplets that form when the air temperature gets cool
enough that the water in the air starts to condense. The heat
of our breath caused our glasses to fog up, and there was
black ice on the road. We did not care. We were on our way to
participate in the Gold Country Toy Run.

We met with members of Sierra Thunder H.O.G. in Rocklin,
where 17 bikes and 24 riders headed out together. We rode
up SR-193, through the Newcastle Tunnel to Indian Hill
Road. The fog began to lift and the sun came out. We turned
onto Auburn Folsom Road and continued riding through
Auburn to reach our destination. The Auburn Recreation
Park is the meeting place, and where the Gold Country Toy
Run begins. There were guides showing us where to park
and line up for the 11am KSU. Toys are stacked on the back
of bikes and many riders are dressed in festive Christmas
outfits, ready for fun.

A local favorite, this is the 27th year this ride and giveaway
event has served the community of Auburn. The event features
a short ride that ends up at the Auburn Recreation Department
Gym. The host sponsors and volunteers spend the evening
before decorating and setting up the gym. When the bikers
arrive, there are already people inside waiting. This year,
Auburn Health & Human Services, referred 70 families with
approximately 300 children. A round of applause and hollers of
joy welcomes the bikers as they enter the gym carrying their
many gifts of toys. The children are very excited, knowing the

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are traveling at different speeds. The result
was bikers abruptly hitting their brakes on
the freeway, causing a cluster. Alert riders
swerved to prevent running into bikes near
them, and rode around the cluster.

Thunder Roads® Magazine with Sierra Thunder HOG The ride took us off the freeway at Dry
Creek, meandering alongside beautiful
country property. We came upon something
in the middle of the road. Unable to stop,
we were disappointed to realize it was a
biker’s club vest. Our hope was someone
at the end of the line would stop and pick it
up. Approaching town, the CHP, PCSO and
Auburn PD halted traffic at intersections,
allowing the line of bikes to continue
without stopping. Just like a parade, people
lined the side of the road and waved.
Law enforcement picked up the group at
Richardson Drive and escorted the riders to
the parking lot and the Auburn Recreation
Department Gym.

Families Waiting Word spread quickly inside the gym.
Someone did stop to pick up the vest
good fortune soon to come their way. Volunteers accept the toys, and brought it to the event. It was easy
sort them by age, and place them on tables. The kids walk the line to identify the owner because of the club
of tables and select the toys they want to take home. Bleachers and first name on the vest. It belonged to a
are set up for the bikers to sit and enjoy watching the children. friend of mine. He did not know it fell off his
The families are happy to see their children so excited. The bikers bike. The vest is irreplaceable and he was
are happy to see everyone happy. grateful for the return.

This ride is open to all motorcycles. There is no fee to register, It took two hours for all of the children to complete their
just bring a new unwrapped toy. I did not get an official count of selection, walking down the long line of tables. With registration,
total bikes. More than 200 bikes registered for the ride. Organizers families received gift cards to local grocery stores. Pre-Teen and
suggested another 200 showed up that did not register. Those Teens were given shopping cards to a favorite department store.
who arrived early could enjoy coffee and donuts while visiting with Families also received one ticket each, for the bicycle drawings.
friends, or purchase souvenir tee shirts, pins and 50/50 tickets. Fourteen (14) excited children received a special gift. Unsure
who, but rumor is, one of the bikers bought 50/50 tickets and
The signal was given to mount up. Bikes fell in line behind each passed them out to the families. When the lucky 50/50 ticket was
other and the CHP escorted riders to the freeway. Just before we drawn, it happened to be one of those tickets. The winner of $455
got on the freeway, I saw Santa Claus on a motorcycle, blocking side was a Grandmother who is raising her grandchildren. She cried
traffic and a cute Christmas Elf, Emma Lujan, was waving at riders with tears of joy. This is a nonprofit event. The County Health
as they passed by. and Human Services Department accepts the remaining toys and
distributes them to children who could not attend.
There often seems to be a few riders who hit the throttle as soon
as they get on the freeway. Then something happens, maybe a car Before the ride, I walked around the grounds and asked the
slows down or pulls over into the bikes lane. With a group this size, same question, “Why are you here?” The answers were the
those riders can become a hazard. There was a narrow escape same, “This is a way to kick off the holiday season. I can do
in front of us. The accordion effect of stop and go is dangerous. It
is like a rubber band stretching and retracting between riders who something good for the community while
riding my motorcycle, spending time with
friends.” This is truly a feel good event for
all who participate. Come ride with us, meet
new friends and see what I see.

Article and photos contributed by
Cyndee Reed Van Hooser

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UBNC Humboldt 46th Annual Toy Run

December 5 (Arcata): The oldest toy run in California, the Teddy Bear sized smile Jake Dickson UBNC Humboldt
46th annual, was held in Humboldt County. Sponsored by Prez and Fog Dogs member
UBNC Humboldt this run was started by our beloved Dirty and Steve Miller Dolan Law
Dave Davis. Hundreds of riders around NorCal arrived to Firm rep at the Plaza
support so that kids in our area have a Merry Christmas.
This year our new UBNC Humboldt Prez Jake Dickson of
the Fog Dogs and new VP UBNC Humboldt Ethan Jacobs
of the Jus Brothers Nomads MC did an amazing job and
the event was a big success. From the Plaza in Arcata to
the Mission in Eureka, the pack rode into town with the
sound of thundering bikes. After the toys were dropped off
for the Mission everyone rode to the Eureka Moose Lodge
for a spaghetti dinner provided by the lodge and served by
volunteers. Thanks to all who sponsored and supported this
event.

Article and photos contributed by Tina Oakland

Gathering before the pack ride

Josh Backman OCOS Chapter 8 Hum-
boldt member with wife Dani and daughter
Nymira help collect the toys

The new Santa was Gene Mentink OCOS Chapter 8
Humboldt Scretary Treasure and our favorite Elf Sophia

Ladysnickers Pinup and James Moose Lodge Eureka volunteers
served up a fine spaghetti feed

Members of Jus Brothers Nomads MC Riders arrive in Arcata Plaza
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At a recent biker wedding ceremony, the Pastor on an airplane and he turned to him and said, “Do
asked the traditional question that if anyone had you feel like a chat? Flights go quicker if you have a
anything to say or any objection as to why these conversation with your next-to passenger.”
two people should not be joined in holy matrimony, The old cowboy, who had just started to read his
it was their time to stand up and talk, or forever new book he brought just for the purpose of quiet
hold their peace. time on the flight and a good read, politely replied,
The moment of utter silence was broken by a very “Sure nuff’ then, what would you like to discuss?”
alluring and young woman carrying an infant, was “Oh, I don’t know, how about why there is no God,
making her way directly to the Priest. or no Heaven or Hell, and definitely no life after
Needless to say the chit hit the fan like oil on hot death?” as he smiled smugly, quite pleased with
asphalt, and everything went sideways. himself.
The bride slapped the Groom. “Alrighty then”, replied the cowboy, “those are some
The Groom’s mother fainted. mighty interesting topics, but let me ask you a
The groomsmen started giving each other looks, question first; a horse, a cow and a deer all eat the
talking amongst themselves and wondering how to same stuff...grass. Yet a deer excretes little pellets,
best help their Groom. while a cow turns out a flat patty, and a horse pro-
The Pastor gently asked the young mother, “Would duces clumps. Why do you supposed that is?”
you be so kind as to tell us all why you came forth The atheist, visibly surprised by the old cowboy’s
here today?” intelligence, thinks about it for several seconds and
The young woman very politely replied, “We can’t replies, “You know, that is a profound question that
hear y’all way in the back, ya’ gotta’ speak up!” I would not know the answer to without research.”
-------------------------------------------------------------- “Well son, do you truly feel qualified to discuss God,
Third grade teacher, Mr. Smith, asks the class to Heaven, Hell and the hereafter life when you liter-
name things that end with ‘tor, that actually eat ally do not know jack chit?”
things. ---------------------------------------------------------------
Lil’ Billy replies, “Alligator.” Lil’ Joey’s momma asked him what he wanted for
“Very good Billy, that’s a big word.” his birthday. He said Jay (much older brother) was
Lil’ Debbie, the smartest girl in class, says, bragging on phone about his new exotic and fun pet
“Predator.” that he called Stripper. He wanted one of those.
“Why yes, Debbie, that’s another big word and very ---------------------------------------------------------------
impressive you know that one.” A woman tells her Doc she wants an operation to fix
Lil’ Joey is waving his hand frantically but Mr. Smith her way overly large vagina lips, but it most be kept
is always reluctant in choosing him, but no other in total confidence as she’s a tad embarrassed most
student is wanting to participate so he nods at him of her life. She wakes up from her operation to find
to respond. three white roses on the rolling table. Outrages she
Lil’ Joey yells out, “Vibrator!” calls for the Doc, very upset that the confidence
Mr. Smith quickly regains his composure and says, was breached. “Please calm down, you’ll tear the
“That also is a big word, but it actually doesn’t eat stitches”, says the Doc. The 1st rose if from me as
anything.” you went thru this alone. The 2nd is from my Nurse
Lil’ Joey looks suspiciously at Mr. Smith and says as she was my only Assistant for the surgery and
quite matter of fact, “Well, my older sister has one she had this same operation several years ago. The
and I heard her telling her best friend Crystal, that woman was calming down now and politely asked,
the dang thing eats batteries like there’s no tomor- “Who is the 3rd rose from?”. “Oh,” replied the Doc,
row, so there ya’ go!” that rose is from the man upstairs, your exact age,
-------------------------------------------------------------- in the burn unit. He wanted to thank you for his
Kids today are pampered and coddled. You could new ears!”
literally sever a finger in the 70’s and your Mom ---------------------------------------------------------------
would slap some Mercurochrome on your bloody Happy New Year, Bikers! Remember.....Life is surely
dripping nub finger, then kiss you on the cheek and at its’ sweetest when enjoyed through Laughter.
send you back outside to play why she finished up * Happy 90th Birthday, Hollis! Life is Good.
her soap opera. Ahhh, good times.
An atheist was seated next to a dusty old cowboy

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Lane BLOG by CHP Motor Officers
Splitting:
Is It Safe?

Iam a police motor officer for one of the largest departments in the least one side mirror on their motorcycle and it must be on the left
United States. I am a certified basic and intermediate traffic collision side of the bike. I would strongly suggest having two mirrors because
investigator. I have worked in the traffic department for the last it allows you to see behind you on both sides.
10 years where I have investigated thousands of motorcycle and car
accidents. I wanted to share my passion with other riders, so I became If you don’t already have auxiliary lights on your bike, I would
a California Motorcycle Safety Program basic and intermediate riding suggest getting some after-market lights installed on your bike. The
Instructor. I also started a business teaching riders the skills that I more lights in front of you and behind you will help drivers see you.
learned in motor school called Prorider Antelope Valley.
 Stay within the CHP guidelines! Splitting lanes at 80 MPH when
California is the first state to legalize lane splitting which is awesome everyone else is doing 40 MPH is reckless and dangerous for you
for motorcycle riders. California had the California Highway Patrol and other vehicles on the road. All it takes is one vehicle to change
come up with some guidelines for lane splitting to make it safe for lanes and you’re going to be seriously hurt if not get killed.
riders and the other vehicles on the road. These are guidelines and
are not laws. By allowing riders to lane split it will reduce our chances Our brains can take 1-3 seconds to realize somebody changed
of being rear-ended by a driver who is not paying attention. The CHP lanes in front of us and it can take another 1-3 seconds to decide
guidelines are as following: and react to that situation. The faster you’re going further down the
road you will be before you have time to apply the brakes or swerve.
You should not travel more than 10 MPH faster than the other As an example, if you’re going 80 MPH on the freeway you are going
vehicles. approximately 120 feet per second. If you are on top of your game
and see the threat right away or within one second, you have already
You should not lane split when traffic is moving more than 29 MPH. gone 120 feet. If you’re not paying attention and you’re toward the
You should not lane split near on-ramps or exits. three-second area, then you have gone 360 feet and you haven’t
When lane splitting it should be done between the lane furthest to even started to apply the brakes. Let’s say you’re paying attention
the left (A.K.A. Number 1 Lane) and the lane directly right of that lane and you are closer to the one-second mark, so you have only gone
(A.K.A. Number 2 Lane). 120 feet before realizing the threat. You realize you need to slow
Lane splitting is a great tool to help us get places a little faster down and apply the brakes. At 80 MPH, it’s going to take you about
and keep us cooler, so we don’t have to sit in traffic like everyone 317 feet to stop. If you’re on your game and react quickly and can
else. There are some safety concerns you should consider when lane get on the brakes within 1-1.5 seconds then it’s going to take you
splitting: at least 437 feet to stop minimum. That’s a long time to be moving
Even though lane splitting is legal doesn’t mean that everyone forward. The slower you go the more reaction time you have, and you
should do it. If you’re not comfortable on your motorcycle and don’t may be able to swerve instead of emergency braking. These numbers
have the basics of emergency braking and swerving mastered then are approximate and not exact numbers. There will be variables that
lane splitting may not be for you. You need to have these basic skills could cause you to brake faster or slower.
down because you are traveling between cars that weigh a lot more
than you and can seriously injure or kill you. As motorcycle riders, we need to ride like we’re invisible whether we’re
A lot of riders when they lane split, will ride on the painted lines. on the freeway or a city street. If you pretend that nobody can see you
You lose a lot of traction when your wheels are on those painted lines. and ride as if nobody can see you, it will keep you safe and it will make
If the road is wet, it reduces your traction even more. It will make you a more defensive rider. Always wear all of your gear when riding
emergency braking and swerving dangerous, if not done properly or if which should include over the ankle boots, motorcycle pants or at least
it’s done on top of those lines. If you are going to lane split, you need blue jeans, motorcycle jacket, gloves, and a DOT-approved helmet.
to stay on one side of the painted lines. If you are in the carpool lane,
you don’t get to drive down the middle of double yellow lines that is Sheldon
illegal and can cost you hundreds in a ticket.
Just because the cars in the number one lane and the number To read more articles like this go to
two lane can see you do not mean the vehicles in the number three
or number four lane can see you. All too often, I will see cars in the www.RussBrown.com
number three lane or number four lane go from those lanes to the
number one lane and sideswipe cars and motorcycles. You must pay
attention to all of the vehicles in front of you and on the side of you.
Some things you can look for when splitting lanes are turn signals, a
driver making several attempts to get into your lane, head turns, and
drivers looking in their side mirrors. These are all things that could
indicate that the driver wants to get over. If you see any of these
signs, please slow down and get the driver’s attention before passing
them or wait until they change lanes.
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Automotive Indian Motorcycle of Hollister Ocean Cove Lodge Clinton’s Custom Cycle
Rick’s Automotive www.HollisterPowersports.com www.oceancovelodge.com 555 Lincoln Blvd
Biker Owned & Operated
411 San Felipe Road 23255 Hwy 1 Lincoln, CA 95648
Hollister, CA 95023 Jenner, CA 95450 (916) 645-0954

(831) 630-5200 (707) 847-3158

3725 Pine Street Sonoma County Motorcycle Attorneys Fast Lane Motorcycle
Rocklin, CA 95677 Harley-Davidson® 19730 Wayne Lane
www.SonomaCountyHD.com Gurnee Mason, Rushford Bonotto
(916) 632-8230 7601 Redwood Drive & Forestiere Trial Lawyers Cottonwood, CA 96022
Cotati, CA 94931 www.Gurneelaw.com (530) 347-7111
Bars/Restaurants 2240 Douglas Blvd. Ste 150
(707) 793-9180 Roseville, CA 95661 Humboldt
Bones Roadhouse (916) 797-3100 Performance Cycle
Bar & Grub Heating & Air Conditioning 1341 Evergreen Road #1
Redway, CA 95560
www.bonesroadhousehangtown.com A&M Heating and Air
4430 Pleasant Valley Road (707) 923-7103

Placerville, CA 95667 Conditioning Jachimowicz Law Group John Jessup’s
(530) 644-4301 www.AMHeatingandAirConditioning.com 1530 The Alameda – Ste 115 DREAM RIDES
7625 Sunrise Blvd – Ste 208 www.dreamridesusa.com
Double D Steak Citrus Heights, CA 95610 San Jose, CA 95126 2275 N. Wilson Way
Seafood-Bar-Grill (408) 246-5500 Stockton, CA 95205
(916) 747-5654

320 Main Street Insurance Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys (209) 467-4669
Fortuna, CA 95540 Brown, Koro &
CycleInsure Agency Midnight Motors
(707) 725-3700 www.cycleinsure.com Romag, LLP – NorCal 11848 Atwood Road
4201 Sunrise Blvd – Suite B www.RussBrown.com Auburn, CA 95603
Kenny’s Bar & Grill 2440 Camino Ramon, Suite 385
(916) 223-1776
721 East Street Fair Oaks, CA 95628 San Ramon, CA 94583-4383

Woodland, CA 95776 800-800-0965 / (800) 4-BIKERS / Miller Built
(530) 662-3634 916-200-1000 (800) 424-5377 Performance Cycles

Marlene & Glen’s Diner Farmers Insurance - Cory Ellerbee Motorcycle Detailing 3293 Saratoga Lane – Ste A
18726 Hwy 49 Lic#4044294 Cameron Park, CA 95682

2499 Martin Rd – Ste A (530) 672-9141

Plymouth, CA 95669 Fairfield, CA 94534 San Jose Hogwash Motorcycle Omega Motorcycle
(209) 245-5778 (707) 419-5787 / (707) 690-8321 Detailing www.OmegaCycle.com

Ocean Cove Lodge Bar & Grill Noble West Insurance Services www.sanjosehogwash.com 660 Harbor Blvd
www.oceancovelodge.com www.noblewest.net P.O. Box 24273 West Sacramento, CA 95691
23255 Hwy 1 (800) 391-1313
San Jose, CA 95154 (916) 372-2206
(408) 641-1940

Jenner, CA 95450 Leather Goods Penngrove Motorcycle Company
www.penngrovemotorcycleco.com
(707) 847-3158 The Leatherworks, Inc. Motorcycle Paint 9585 Main Street

Road Trip Bar & Grill www.LeatherworksInc.com Clinton’s Custom Cycle Penngrove, CA 94951
www.roadtripbg.com 188 Frank West Circle #C 555 Lincoln Blvd (707) 793-7993
24989 State Hwy 16
Stockton, CA 95206 Lincoln, CA 95648 Ride-On-Motorcycles
(209) 983-9200 (916) 645-0954

Capay, CA 95607 Tomson Leather Motorcycle Towing www.Ride-On-Motorcycles.com
530-796-3777 Est. 1985 1416 Sonoma Blvd
Vallejo, CA 94590
Custom Leather Clothing,
Alterations & Repairs (707) 647-RIDE(7433)
Dealerships Placerville, California Need A Lift Motorcycle Towing
Call for appointment “We Serve Everyone”
(530) 622-2453 [email protected]
C&E Auburn Indian & V-Twin West Coast Leathers (916) 519-8454 Tattoos
12015 Shale Ridge www.westcoastleathers.com Wild Bill Tattoo
Auburn, CA 95602 Powder Coating www.wild-bills.com
530-885-5556 (530) 557-9410 115 Lincoln Street

Folsom Harley-Davidson® Lodging & Resorts Performance Powder Coating & Roseville, CA 95678
(916) 783-909
Sandblasting
www.folsomhd.com Featherbed Railroad Bed & 6326 Main Avenue #4

115 Woodmere Road Breakfast Resort Orangevale, CA 95662 Tires
(916) 987-1942
Folsom, CA 95630

COMMANDING PRESENCE(916) 608-9922
www.featherbedrailroad.com Cal Tire and
2870 Lakeshore Blvd Auto Works
Nice, CA 95464 MOTORCYCLES –
CARS – TRUCKS
2710 E. Fremont Street
Stockton, CA 95205

(209) 465-2805
Harley-Davidson LOADS OF TORQUESales/Service/Accessories

TOP-OF-THE-LINE POWERof Rocklin Billy’s Motorcycle Shop
THEwww.RocklinHD.com (707)274-8378 3233 Elkhorn Blvd. #1
Inn of the Lost Coast
4401 Granite Drive RwOwAwD.i2nK0n5oIfNWthGaevl®oesStDcProivaEesCt.IcoAmL North Highlands, CA 95660
2021 Shelter Cove, CA 95589
Rocklin, CA 95677 (916) 332-3023
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JANUARY 2022 FEBRUARY 12
THE GREAT SPAGHETTI FEED
JANUARY 15 PENRYN
ICECYCLE RUN Presented by Hells Angels Highlands. Located at The Valencia
ORLAND Club – 2162 Taylor Road. 1pm - ?? $20 Donation. Live music
Presented by Orland Patriots. Located at Orland Fire by The Fryed Brothers Band. Portions of the proceeds to benefit
Department – 810 5th Street. $25 per bike. Breakfast Penryn Elementary School. See Flyer on Page 11
begins 9am - $6 dollars breakfast. Kickstands up at 11am.
All proceeds go to the Veterans Memorial. It’s being built FEBRUARY 26
NOW! Chilly lunch included. For more information: WILD BILL’S ANNUAL TATTOO-A-THON
[email protected] ROSEVILLE
Presented by Wild Bill’s Tattoo – 115 Lincoln Street.
JANUARY 15-16 8am-midnight. The 16-hour tattoo marathon consist of
RIDE THE LINE approximately 30 volunteer tattoo artist from all over California
PLACERVILLE who donate their entire days proceeds from tattoos, piercings,
Presented by 41Live! Located at El Dorado County Fair & jewelry, shirts, and even their tips. All proceeds are donated
Event Center – 100 Placerville Drive. $20. NorCal’s NEW to UC Davis Children’s Hospital (Sacramento) to benefit the
winter bike show in Hangtown celebrating the connection Pediatric Intensive Care Unit. Appointments are preferred (to
between heart, soul and steel. A different kind of moto show avoid a long wait) but not necessary. Please come with your
where the bike’s steel and owner’s story are shared. Large tattoo ideas on paper (if possible) it’ll save a lot of time. For
Heated Rustic Indoor Venue, Full Bar & Food Concessions, more information: www.WILD-BILLS.com
Live Music featuring Island of Black & White, 70’s themed
dance party on Saturday. Night Quality Vendors - Moto FEBRUARY 26-27
Marketplace Biker Makeover - Gear / Apparel Fashion ALMOND FESTIVAL
Show Promoter’s Ride to Gold Country ( weather CAPAY
depending) Industry Celebrity Bloody Mary Competition Presented by Road Trip Bar & Grill – 2489 State Hwy 16.
Indoor Games & Bike Show Shenanigans Awards - Prizes - 12pm – 4pm Food and Live Music.
Raffle Bike Giveaway. For more information: (916) 704- 2/26 (Saturday): Crossman Connections. 2/27 (Sunday):
5796 / [email protected]. See Flyer on Page 7 The Fryed Brothers Band For more information: (530)
796-3777 / www.roadtripbg.com
FEBRUARY 2022
FEBRUARY 27
FEBRUARY 5 FRYED BROTHERS BAND ALMOND FESTIVAL PARTY
HARRY FRYED’S BIRTHDAY PARTY CAPAY
RANCHO CORDOVA Presented by Fryed Brothers Band. Located at Road Trip
Presented by Fryed Brothers Band. Located at Louie’s Bar and Grill - 24989 CA HWY 16. Noon - 4 pm Cost: Free.
Cocktail Lounge - 3030 Mather Field Road. 9pm / Cost: Join the Fryed Brothers Band during the Annual Almond
$10. Join the Fryed Brothers Band as they celebrate Harry Festival. Music, Great food and drinks! Plenty of room
Fryed’s birthday! Plenty of parking and large dance floor to dance and enjoy the afternoon with friends! For more
with pool tables. For more information: barbfryed@ information: [email protected] / (707) 824-4861
yahoo.com / (707) 824-4861
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MARCH 2022 2nd MONDAY OF EACH MONTH
DIAMOND SPRINGS
MARCH 19 MMA Division 21 Monthly Meeting
WEST COAST BAGGER SOUND COMPETITION Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association –
CHICO Medina’s Irish Pub - 687 Pleasant Valley Rd 7pm. The
Presented by Big Cory Insurance. Located at Sierra Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle
Steel Harley-Davidson -1501 Mangrove Ave. 12noon/ rights organization in the State of California. Please
Free is enter. Let’s see what you got. Three classes join us to learn about upcoming legislation and laws
depending on how many speakers you have on your bike. that affect our rights to ride free.
Complete list of rules at bigcory.com West Coast Sound
Competition Classes are as follows Lightweight, 6 speakers 1st TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
or less Middleweight, 10 speakers or less Heavyweight, FT BRAGG
10+ speakers. Sign ups at bigcory.com. For more ALR Chapter 96 Monthly Meeting
information: [email protected] Presented by American Legion Riders – Chapter 96.
Veterans Administration Building – 360 North Harrison
APRIL 2022 Street. 6pm. For more information: Gary (907) 230-
5857 / americanlegionriders96.com
APRIL 10
29th ANNUAL TOP HATTERS BIKE BLESSING 1st TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
HOLLISTER FORTUNA
Presented by Top Hatters of Hollister. Check in at Hollister MMA Division 3 Monthly Meeting
Power Sports - 411 San Felipe Road. 11am to 1pm $20 for Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Funky
commemorative medal, palms & meal for the first 900, Band, Door Monkey Restaurant – 1875 Riverwalk Dr. 6:30pm The
Prizes, 50/50,Vendors. For more information: (831) 801-6737 Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle
rights organization in the State of California. Please
APRIL 23 join us to learn about upcoming legislation and laws
4th ANNUAL SAM COX MEMORIAL RUN that affect our rights to ride free.
YUBA CITY
Presented by InfuzedWorld. Meet at Harley-Davidson of 2nd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
Yuba City. 10am Kickstands up at 12noon for 2 1/2 hours MARYSVILLE
Motorcycle Ride. Then back to Harley-Davidson of Yuba MMA Division 1 Monthly Meeting
City for after party. Live Music by INFUZED - Vendors - Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association –
Food Trucks - Raffle Prizes - Bikini Bike Wash (Female Stassis 4th Ward Tavern – 102 7th Street. 7pm. The
& Male washers!) (Weather Permitting Bike Wash) For Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle
more information: (530) 291-5719 rights organization in the State of California. Please
join us to learn about upcoming legislation and
OPEN HOUSE laws that affect our rights to ride free. For more
information: [email protected]
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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3rd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH 3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
FOLSOM ROCKLIN
Folsom HOG Chapter 1787 General Meeting Monthly HOG Chapter Meeting
Presented by Folsom HOG – NEW LOCATION Presented by Sierra Thunder HOG Chapter 4058. NEW
Roundtable Pizza – 9500-1 Greenback Lane. Come LOCATION Granite Rock Grill Restaurant - 5140 Pacific
early and have dinner, 6pm. Organized reports St. 7pm. We welcome you to come to our meeting and
and activities at 6:30pm. Share info on great rides, learn about our Chapter. We Ride and Have Fun. Note:
discuss upcoming events, hear the latest news from No food service at meeting. For more information:
the Folsom dealership, and the RAFFLE. For more [email protected] /(916) 791-4443 landline
information: www.folsomhog.org / webmaster@
folsomhog.org 3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
3rd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH ELK GROVE
PENRYN MMA Division 2 Monthly Meeting
MMA Division 16 Monthly Meeting Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association –
Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Barn Café - 8976 Grant Line Rd. 7pm The Modified
Valencia Club – 2162 Taylor Rd. 7pm. The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle rights
Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle rights organization in the State of California. Please join us to
organization in the State of California. Please join us to learn about upcoming legislation and laws that affect
learn about upcoming legislation and laws that affect our rights to ride free.
our rights to ride free.
3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
2nd WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH ALTURAS
PLACERVILLE American Legion Riders Meeting
American Legion Riders Post 119 Monthly Meeting Presented by Post 163 Legion Riders – The Niles – 304
Presented by ALR Post 119 – 4561 Greenstone Road. S. Main Street. For more information: (530) 708-2844
6pm. Share info on rides and discuss upcoming
events. Bar opens at 5pm. For more information: Bill 4th THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
Bryant (530) 409-8414 NORTH SACRAMENTO
MMA Division 14 Monthly Meeting
4th WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association –
REDDING Misplaced Souls MC CH - 3418 Auburn Blvd. 7pm
Redding HOG Chapter Meeting The Modified Motorcycle Association is the first
Presented by Redding Harley Owners Group - LuLu’s motorcycle rights organization in the State of
Restaurant - 2230 Pine Street. 7pm. Meeting is free California. Please join us to learn about upcoming
to all who wish to attend. Come early and get the legislation and laws that affect our rights to ride free.
world’s best clams! For more information: ernie@
reddingharley-davidson.com 4th THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
CHICO
4th WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH MMA Division 23 Monthly Meeting
ROCKLIN Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – Sierra
ALR Chapter 620 Monthly Meeting Steel Harley Davidson – 1501 Mangrove Ave. 7pm. The
Presented by American Legion Riders – Chapter 620. Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle
Rocklin Parks and Rec – 5460 5th Street. 6:30pm rights organization in the State of California. Please
Contact Gail Miller with any questions (916) 521-6319 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 3rd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH
PALO CEDRO VALLEJO
MMA Division 24 Monthly Meeting OPEN HOUSE Presented by Hellbent MC 707 Crew
Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – – 100 Lincoln Rd. E - 8pm. Come one come all! Our
Goodtimes Pizza – 22049 Old 44 Drive 8734. 7pm. The house is open to start your weekend off right, join us
Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle for our Open House night.
rights organization in the State of California. Please
join us to learn about upcoming legislation and laws EVERY SATURDAY
that affect our rights to ride free. SACRAMENTO
Presented by Misplaced Souls MC. Open House to
EVERY FRIDAY the Biker Community – 3418 Auburn Blvd on Saturday
FACEBOOK nights – 6pm. / No Cover Charge. Come Join the
BIKER CHURCH NIGHT Presented by Thunder Road MSMC and other motorcycle enthusiasts where we
Biker Church - Facebook LIVE 7pm-8pm enjoy good entertainment, cold drinks, and good food.
For more information: Spit Shine (916) 217-2508 / Sarge
1st FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH (785) 410-1015.
WOODLAND
BIKERS AGAINST CHILD ABUSE Meeting at VFW Hall 1st SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH
– 345 W. Kentucky Avenue. 7pm Meetings are open to AUBURN
the public. (530) 848-2090 with any questions. MONTHLY CHAPTER MEETING Presented by Gold
Country Indian Motorcycle Riders Group. C&E Auburn
1st FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH Indian & V-Twin - 12015 Shale Ridge Rd. 9:30am. Gold
LOCKEFORD Country IMRG is open to all motorcycle brands. All
MMA Division 12 Monthly Meeting members and prospective members and friends are
Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association – welcome. www.goldcountryimrg.com
Lockeford Family Resaturant – 18690 Hwy 88. 7pm The
Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle 3rd SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH
rights organization in the State of California. Please FAIRFIELD
join us to learn about upcoming legislation and laws MONTHLY CHAPTER MEETING – Presented by
that affect our rights to ride free. Christian Motorcyclists Association - Lord’s Knights
Chapter. Benicia Grill II - 2390 N. Texas. Order
2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH breakfast at 8am. Announcements at 8:30am. Kick
FAIRFIELD stands up by 9:15am. All bikes welcome. (Note:
OPEN HOUSE Presented by Dirty Whites Club House Feb & May we do weekend events, so no breakfast
– 748 N. Texas St 8pm - ? Come have a blast! Contact meeting then.) For more information: Bill Neander /
Joe 707-694-5251 [email protected].

2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH 3rd SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH
ORANGEVALE RENO, NV
OPEN HOUSE Presented by Rogue Militia MC. 9250 MONTHLY CHAPTER MEETING - Presented by Battle
Greenback Lane. 7pm. Come out and join us for Good Born IRMG 2066 - Indian Motorcycle of Reno – 3445
Times/Cold Drinks/Brotherhood. Contact: Tone (916) Kietzke Lane. 9am. Newly formed Battle Born IMRG,
208-8423 or Rob (916) 671-4871 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]

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3rd SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH THANK YOU TO THUNDER ROADS® NORCAL INDEX OF ADVERTISERS
VACAVILLE  OUR SPONSORS
MONTHLY LOCAL MEETING Presented by A.B.A.T.E.
Local 17 - 4823 Midway Road 10am We will discuss A&M Heating and Air............................................................27
matters important to the Local and to the motorcycle Billy’s Motorcycle Shop........................................................17
community. We create plans, and review events and Bones Roadhouse Bar & Grub.............................................15
have a raffle. We will also share with other MRO’s and C&E Auburn Indian & V-Twin .........................................7
Clubs. We are also open to the communities. Glenn Cal Tire & Autoworks ...........................................................26
Phillips (707) 624-6310 / [email protected] Clinton’s Custom Cycle........................................................26
CycleInsure Agency..............................................................16
4th SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH Double D Steak....................................................................25
SACRAMENTO  Featherbed Railroad Bed & Breakfast..................................15
MONTHLY OPEN MEETING Presented by Veterans Folsom-Rocklin Harley-Davidson......................Back Cover /19
of All Wars Riders - The Capitol Casino - 411 N 16th Gurnee, Rushford, Bonotto & Forestiere...............................16
Street 10am Meetings are open to the public. For Hells Angels Highlands EVENT............................................ 11
more information: Sly - [email protected]. / Humboldt Performance Cycle...............................................25
www.vawriders.org Indian Motorcycle of Hollister...............................................27
Inn of the Lost Coast............................................................25
BIKE NIGHTS Jachimowicz Law Group.........................................................5
Kenny’s Bar & Grill...............................................................26
EVERY THURSDAY Marlene & Glen’s Diner........................................................16
SACRAMENTO Midnight Motors....................................................................16
Presented by Misplaced Souls MC. Thursday Night Miller Built Performance Cycles............................................27
Fun Night – 3418 Auburn Blvd. 6pm / Join the MSMC Nickell’s Custom ..................................................................15
for its Thursday Night get together. Free food, Noble West Insurance Services............................................26
entertainment and great company. All like minded Omega Motorcycles..............................................................16
members of the community are welcome. The MSMC Penngrove Motorcycle Company..........................................26
reserve the right to refuse access to who they choose. Performance Powercoating..................................................17
For more information: Spit Shine (916) 217-2508 / Sarge Rick’s Automotive.................................................................27
(785) 410-1015 Ride-On Motorcycles............................................................25
41Live! Ride The Line EVENT................................................7
3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH Road Trip Bar & Grill............................................................15
EUREKA Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys................................. 1 & 31
BIKE NIGHT Presented by M.O.B. of Humboldt - North San Jose Hogwash..............................................................27
of Fourth Bar - 207 3rd Street. The fun starts at 6pm. Sonoma County HD.........................................................33-37
All motorcycles welcome. Free food, 50/50 raffle, pack T3 Design Studios................................................................17
ride. / www.mobofhumboldt.com Thunder Road Biker Church...................................................4

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

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