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THUNDER ROADS MAGAZINE NorCal editor’s letter

Office: 530.368.6579 A s we sit in front of the computer to write this letter, it
or 530.305.7992 seems that our state is on fire once again. We can’t
stop thinking about and praying for all of you that
Email: [email protected] live within harm’s way.  I am hoping by the time that you are
Website: www.thunderroadsnorcal.com reading this that the fires are under control and have been put
out.  With that being said, we want to give a big shout out to
Northern California all the fire crews and support personnel that have been doing
State Editors / Owners their best to save our homes and businesses as they fight
back the flames.
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Ride Destination
Chuck & Cindy Loseth

Thunder Road Biker Church On a positive note, we have said it before and we will say it again
Pastor Johnny Lujan that we think some of the best riding of the year happens during
the fall, so get out and enjoy the cool breeze that comes with
Road Trippin’ a scenic NorCal ride in October.  Gotta give a shout out to our
Gary & Mary Hoffman awesome contributors who provide ride articles every month with
destinations and great suggestions on routes and unique places
Open Road Toon to stop – be sure to check them out. You can explore more ride
Don ‘Thunder’ Baggett destination ideas on our website (www.ThunderRoadsNorCal.
com) under the past issues tab.
If You Can See What I Can See …
You Might Be Riding on the Back of a Harley Stepping up on the soapbox…if you haven’t been doing this
already - now is the time to put some serious thought about
Cyndee Reed Van Hooser the upcoming mid-term elections.  Let’s all do our civic duty by
voting; but more importantly, please educate your selves on
Frank Medicine Wolf Springer the candidates and the issues that they are fighting for.  For
instance, will this candidate stand up and fight for us and the
Contributing Photographers things that actually make a positive impact in our day to day
Taleah Ebey / T3 Design Studios lives? Seriously take all of this information into consideration,
then the easy part is for us to show up and if possible, vote in
Billie Wilson / Billie The Kid Photography person. This will be one of the most impactful elections of our
Tina Oakland lifetime, so let’s all make it count…Stepping off the soapbox.
Wild Bill Hill
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IF YOU CAN SEE WHAT I SEE YOU
MIGHT BE ON THE BACK OF A
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Here it is October and I’m still messing with weeds. Why My friends, Life was made to be lived abundantly, joyously,
is it that you can consistently water your grass and it happily and gratefully. First put good thoughts in to your head.
may still turn brown and or die, but when it comes to We all have something we can be grateful for, although it
weeds, even when you don’t water them, they continue to can be hard at times. Believe me, I have had some hard
grow? It is a question that has baffled every homeowner times, but looking back I always found something I could be
and even the greatest of landscapers for hundreds of years. grateful for. It helps to physically make a list - as this gets a
I guess that’s one of the questions I will be asking God when pen in hand and our thoughts on paper. Second, surround
I get there. Why didn’t you make it the other way around? yourself will good, positive upbeat people; with people taking
Why can’t my lawn be green and weed free without caring action in their lives. They’re taking the necessary steps to do
for it and even if my weeds got saturated with water they more and become more. When you’re around these types of
would die before they even came up. I guess we’ll never people, you can’t help but to become positive, motivated and
know. One thing I do know, when it comes to our lives, it’s move forward yourself. And third, don’t forget to pray more. I
pretty much the same. know it sounds cliché, but there isn’t anything more powerful
and positive than prayer. And when the prayer is answered,
Unless we take care of our hearts and make sure they are “Watch Out” because you just might tell someone how it all
watered daily with good thoughts, good people, and good happened. Happy Fall Season -
prayer, it will eventually start to shrivel up and die. And
unless we battle the upcoming weeds in our lives, they will 1 Corinthians 15:33 “Don’t be fooled by those that say such
eventually take over, stagnate and strangle our growth. A lot things, for bad company corrupts good character.” (NLT)
of times the weeds don’t look so bad at all. They come up
green, have pretty little leaves and a lot of times even bear “Never Ride Alone”
a pretty little flower - only to fool us into not pulling them out.
Before you know it, these little weeds have taken over the Pastor Johnny Lujan
lawn, the garden and our entire world. What are these little
weeds? They are the naysayers in your life that tell you
you’re crazy for going after your dream. These are the folks
that hold you back from accomplishing the desires of your
heart; those that tempt you when you are battling for your life
in recovery, or even trying to save your marriage. They are
so miserable themselves; they can’t stand failing alone, so
they latch upon you like a leech, sucking the happiness and
opportunity right out of your sail.

There are also more weeds that appear in your life that are
just miserable all the time and they don’t even appear with
little green leaves or pretty little flowers. These are the folks
that are ungrateful about everything. Have pessimistic views
about life, the world and maybe even you. Some call them
Debbie downers or Pessimistic Paul’s, but no matter what
you call them, they are always down. I’m sure we could
name a few of them in our lives. They seem to suck the life
right out of you before you even have a chance to get a
glimpse of sunshine. Watch out for these kinds of weeds for
they are the most dangerous. We tend to feel sorry for these
poor little weeds, but if we let them alone in our garden, they
will soon strangle us to failure, or we join up with them in
their little doom and gloom world. Watch Yourself!

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

Ride to Fort Bragg

Sharing the Road

Water Tower in Winters On a Friday morning, 13 riders on 10 Harleys took
off together, quickly riding east on I-80 to Davis. Once
W e have been riding all summer, visiting many off the freeway, the pace settled and the group cruised
awesome places. Calaveras Big Trees, through the farmlands outside of Davis and Winters.
Death Valley, Grand Canyon, Navajo Nation, Riding next to dried up fields of harvested sunflowers
Sequoia, Yosemite, Zion, the list goes on. Although we and corn stalks, we found ourselves sharing the road
had been there before, touring the national and state with a large slow moving tractor. Well, I thought it was
parks were some of our favorites. This has been a hot a tractor. I later learned the machine is a swather,
summer. We decided it was time for a ride to the coast, commonly called a windrower. A windrower is a self-
where we will enjoy the cool breeze of ocean air, ride propelled farm machine used for cutting hay or grain
the tight corners and steep uphill grades along the crops and laying the stalks in windrows for later
coastal highway. We packed our bag. The first day of threshing and cleaning. A windrow is a long line of
the ride took us to Napa Valley. raked hay or grain laid out to dry in the wind. The driver
waved as he pulled over and let our bikes pass.
Charred black trees and golden hills in Napa Valley
Riding on a motorcycle connects the rider with the
environment. The cool wind in your face or the hot sun
on your back, the aroma of crops growing in a field
or the stench of recent roadkill, riders understand all
of their senses come alive. Some like to ride too fast,
others take time to enjoy the view. I love riding along
country backroads. The farms catch my attention and
so do the old water towers. Just about every old tower
proudly wears the name of the town it once supported.
Most of California’s old water towers are no longer
necessary due to the use of ground level holding tanks
that use pumps to create water pressure.

Outside the farmlands, we took CA-128E through the
Putah Creek Wildlife Area. Located downstream of the
Monticello Dam, this riparian habitat is 673 acres of
beautiful hills that supports deer and various species
of birds. Putah Creek originally flowed over the land

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where Monticello Dam is Back on the bikes and riding through the mountains
of Napa Valley. The pavement is smooth with gentle
now. Water held behind sweeping turns and long straight roads going uphill.
The LNU Complex wildfire roared through these
the dam became the Lake hills in 2020, burning almost 400,000 acres. Littered
with charred black tree trunks, the golden hills are
Berryessa reservoir. There still beautiful. On the other side of the road, colorful
wildflowers surround the edge of Lake Hennessey
is a spillway, called the Glory presenting a stunning and rewarding view. We rode
over the Napa River on the Zinfandel Lane Bridge.
Hole. If the water level rises A historic landmark, this closed spandrel deck arch
bridge was built in 1913. The road is above the twin
too high, the spillway creates forty-three feet length arch spans.

a vortex and the excess Riding CA-29 into St Helena, a unique sculpture on
the side of the road captured our attention. There is a
water drains about 200 feet 35-foot tall stainless steel metal sculpture of a rabbit
leaping over the Hall Wines vineyard. The owner
below into a lower section of of the sculpture happily shares her story about the
significance. She fondly recalls when her children
Glory Hole 2019 Putah Creek. We took time were little, she would walk through the vineyard with
to stop and view the Glory them and together they would sing the Bunny Foo Foo
song. Lawrence Argent is the artist who created the
Hole at Lake Berryessa. Last whimsical sculpture for her.

time we were there was in 2019. Water was spinning

down the hole. This time the Glory Hole is dry. The

water is not even near the Glory Hole. Three years of

drought, the lake level is down to 42 feet below Glory

Hole.

Glory Hole above water level. DRY
at Lake Berryessa 2022

Bunny Foo Foo leaping over grapevines

Sierra Thunder HOG at Lake Berryessa Lake Hennessey at St Helena
CONTINUED...
Due to water shortage, California has enacted
emergency regulations prohibiting certain uses of
water. The state also established a maximum use
standard of 55 gallons per person per day. Yet all over
California, counties issue new construction permits for
housing tracts with homes built on lots using minimum
lot line requirements. People will come and they will
buy the houses. If we do not have enough water for the
people now, I wonder how the state will accommodate
even more people?

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Just past the giant rabbit, we stopped for lunch at the Fog over the Pacific Ocean
Gott’s Roadside Restaurant. The size of this outdoor
walk up hamburger stand is amazing. The line of Napa Vineyard
customers, patiently waiting to order, snakes around Article and photos contributed
the rails into the parking lot. Service was quick and by Cyndee Reed Van Hooser
the food was good. The road outside the restaurant is
busy. There was no good way for us to pull out of the
parking lot together. One of our riders blocked traffic.
Seeing what was happening, vehicles stopped and let
us pull out. Yes, blocking traffic happens sometimes,
and so does kindness from other drivers. This two-
lane road took us to the base of the mountains where
majestic vineyards are growing.

We continued towards the coast, riding through the tall
pines in Santa Rosa and past the Petrified Forest. This
is the only Petrified Forest in California that dates back
to the Pliocene era, approximately 3.4 million years ago.
It is also home of the largest petrified trees in the world.
We could not stop because we still had hours to go before
we would arrive at the coast. Our first vision of the ocean
was a heavy cloud of fog settling over the water at Jenner.
Tired and hungry, we arrived in Fort Bragg around 6 p.m.
We checked into our hotel, went to dinner and decided to
get some rest. We will visit Fort Bragg tomorrow.

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Sunset Rodeo Grounds

RIDE DESTINATION:

Coarsegold – Oakhurst - Mariposa
A lthough things have been quite hectic in our lives
lately, we did manage to get away over Labor Day Bar area
weekend. We were able to get tickets for Whitey
Morgan’s 5th Annual birthday bash in Coarsegold.
In previous years, the event was held at Bandit Town in
North Fork (the geographical center of California.) As the
party has grown, this year’s event was held out at the Rodeo
Grounds in Coarsegold. What started out as a couple or
three band events, is now a two-day affair with eight bands.
A kind of festival thing. There is dry camping available and
RV parking as well.

So, we made our way south and a couple of hours later,
we stopped for lunch. Most of the time when we are down
this way, our preference is Louie’s Place Saloon and Grill
in La Grange - one of our favorite bars. Great atmosphere,
outside area for music, and good eats. Cindy likes the fish
tacos. I’m fond of the pork shanks.

Some real nice country two-laners will take you down to
Mariposa and then SR49 into Oakhurst, the Gateway to
Yosemite. That’s where we would hang out for the weekend.
Hotel prices were jacked for the holiday, so we stayed at the
Vista Yosemite Inn. Pretty basic, but clean.

Later in the afternoon, we rolled on over to the rodeo
grounds to see what was happening. What you’ll see is a kind
of mini–Bandit Town, which is a contemporary 19th century
western layout. The difference is that the rodeo grounds
buildings aren’t as extensive and are mostly facades. Still, a
really nice setting for a Country Rock concert.

After we arrived, the second band up was Gethen Jenkins.
Some of you may have seen him play during the Fryed
Brothers Bash in the Redwoods, or with Harry and the guys

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Crowd

at different venues. Taleah Ebey
also ran a piece in her TRM
‘Biker Band Revue’ column.

When hunger comes, you Gethen Jenkins Band
don’t have to leave the premises.
Facade There is some excellent Southern
BBQ available, or burgers and
sandwiches if you please. And
don’t forget the bar for the liquid
refreshment. Whitey Morgan
closed out a full day of music,
good food, and some great just

Whitey Morgan & the 78’s

“kick-it” time. The afternoon temperatures were comfortable
considering how hot it has been, and when the sun went
down the weather was perfect.

Liberty at the Grill We should mention that during Morgan’s set, a crazy thing
happened that we have never seen before. The band was
playing when all of a sudden Whitey stopped singing and we
heard him say “you gotta go man!” The next thing we notice
some people running toward the exit that takes you behind
the stage. Whitey took off his guitar, jumped off the stage
and helped escort someone off the premises. After the dust
settled, he was back on stage and apologized to everyone
for the disruption. Evidently some guy had way too much
to drink and was harassing a woman in the crowd down in
front of the band (turns out it was Whitey Morgan’s wife.)
After explaining what went down, he received well deserved

CONTINUED….

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Rodeo Entrance Road 600

Glacier Point Not This Time

cheers from the crowd. Chivalry is not dead!

The next day I decided to explore some of the local
blacktop. I found a real nice loop that started in Oakhurst on
SR41, which I took west to Coarsegold. From there it was a
right turn on Road 415, out past the Rodeo Grounds and up
to Road 600. A right turn there will take you back to 49 and
Oakhurst. Road 600 is a darn awesome ride.

Before heading over to Coarsegold for day two, we had
our midday meal at the Oakhurst Grill, one of the nicer
establishments in town. They also have the Whiskey 41
Lounge on site. They will serve food off the menu in the
lounge as well.

Minus the bruhaha, the second day was lots of music, more On Road 415
good food and drink. Before heading home, we wanted to
make it up to our favorite place in the area, Glacier Point. I’m traffic jam there was more than we had time or patience for.
glad I checked the Park Service website first. The highway Thwarted at every turn! Well, we still had a great weekend
into the Point is closed for 2022 while road improvements are and God willing, we will be back next year. Later
being made. Our next thought was Mariposa Grove, but the
Article and photos contributed by Chuck & Cindy Loseth

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Christian Motorcyclists Association
Back to Back Memorial Rides

Bikes at Sarah’s Garden August 27 (Vacaville / Orangevale) Fall is slowly creeping
up on us, as the end of August approaches.

For the 22nd, and perhaps for its final time, we were heading
to Vacaville for the annual Sarah Renee Phillips Memorial Run.
Sarah was a victim of a homicide back in 2000. Glenn Phillips,
Sarah’s father, and President of Abate 17 has kept her memory
alive through this poignant event. As in years past, riders meet
up at Miss Darla’s. Registration starts at 8am and by 9:30 the
parking lot was filling up with some fine-looking machines.
There was coffee and doughnuts and other refreshments
as riders filed in. All proceeds from this run go to the Sarah
Renee Phillips Scholarship Fund. More than $90,000 in grants
have assisted students in their educational pursuits. Kick
stands up was at 10am, so a little before the hour Glenn took
the floor for the pre-ride. He struggled a little getting through
his speech, as I’m sure memories of his daughter came to
the forefront. But after our emotions settled a bit, we saddled

Inside Turtle Rock

Memorial Plaque

Glenn at Miss Darlas Reflections

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SR 128

up. Cindy and I, along with a half dozen of our
fellow CMA (Christian Motorcyclists Association),
took the short ride over to Sarah’s Garden. The
garden was originally built by fellow students at
Vaca Pena Middle School. It is located across a
pedestrian path next to the school grounds. Such
a beautiful, peaceful place. There are plants,
pictures, a tricycle, and other mementos that
belonged to Sarah. It’s just a solemn and moving
walk-through. After a time for reflection, Glenn
and his son-in-law had some words to share, and
prayers for Sarah, the family, and all of us who
came to remember her. It was a very quiet walk
back to our bikes.

Sarahs Garden Our next stop would be the Suisun Valley
Filing Station, otherwise known as Mankas
Corner. With the Mankas Grill across the street
and a fine antique store next door, it’s a nice
place to visit. We hung out for a while, and then
we headed out to Turtle Rock and their famous
egg rolls. This was a really nice ride up to
SR121, and then on to SR128. 121 is especially
nice. Our final destination would be the Green
River Brewery in Winters. We really like the
brewery. Inside it’s like your typical brewery,
but out back is where the place shines. It’s like
a park setting. Covered seating, lots of trees
and shade. Great place to hang out. When we
arrived, they were getting the BBQ going and
Dean and the Southbound Band were set up
and ready for everyone to arrive.

Suisun Valley Filling Station CONTINUED….

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The CMA Crew Minus Rick

Flag Presentation at TJ COL Pre VFW COL Meet Up
TJ and his daughter Reagan
We couldn’t stay for too long, though. We had another
memorial service to attend in Orangevale. So, back on the
scoots, we made a quick gas stop, hopped on the freeway,
and headed to the meet up. We would gather with other
members of our CMA chapter, various groups, and several
MC’s. After mingling and a prayer, we would join the ride to
the VFW Center for the Celebration of Life for TJ Love. It was
a standing room only tribute to a fine young man.

Our group participated after the Modified Motorcycle
Association of California contacted Dave, our Chapter
President, and asked if we could join the ride. It was at
the request of TJ’s father, Tom, and his grandmother. Since
Dave and Shannon are friends of the Love family, he said we
would be honored.

TJ was a local kid, born here in Sacramento. He graduated
in 2014 from Bella Vista High School, before joining the US
Army. He was eventually stationed at Fort Campbell in
Tennessee, where he met his wife, Erin. They decided to
settle down there after his discharge along with beautiful
daughter Reagan. Sometimes things in life happen that
we can’t explain or understand, for on August 13, TJ was
called home to the Lord. In the folder honoring TJ’s life, the
following poem was posted. For everyone who has felt the
sting of loss, we hope you are comforted by these words…

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Arriving VFW Ride to VFW Center

THE CHAIN
We knew little that morning
That God was going to call your name

In life we loved you dearly
In death we do the same

It breaks our hearts to lose you
You did not go alone

For part of us went with you
The day God called you home

You left us
Peaceful memories
Your love is still our guide
And though we cannot see you
You are always at our side
Our family chain is broken
And nothing seems the same
But as God calls us one by one
The chain will link again.

Article and photos contributed by
Chuck and Cindy Loseth. Additional
photos contributed by Rick Hawkins

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Honky Tonk, Outlaw, Country Western
T here is not one genre that can truly define the brand of music
being produced by Hill Country Truckers. Rolling down the New album “Deal
hills of Eldorado County, Hill Country Truckers made their With the Devil”
first appearance in the small bars and clubs that Sacramento had Available NOW on
to offer. Like a child that has been nurtured from birth, Hill Country all media platforms
Truckers have gone through all the stages and tested all (well, including: Spotify,
most) of the limits the music industry has. iHeart, Pandora,
iTunes, Amazon,
In their infancy, Hill Country Truckers worked hard in gaining
strength, endurance, and balance to face the long journey that Google, Etc.
brought them where they are today. The journey of Hill Country
Truckers began with a much different line up than we see today. Hill Country Truckers:
Their transformation was slow, beginning with Johnny Utah (rhythm Johnny Utah: Lead Vocals/Rhythm Guitar
guitar and lead vocals) firing his existing line up and building it Ryan Beighley: Lead Guitar/Backup Vocals
back from the ground up, starting with the recruitment of Ryan
Beighley. Ryan Beighley (lead guitar and backup vocals) filled a David (DW) Wren: Pedal Steel Guitar
void in the band as a high energy, multi-talented musician with Joe Edwards: Drums
many contacts in the area. Next to be pulled into the vortex was
David Wren (pedal steel guitar) having graced many of the most Cliff Middlebrook: Bass Guitar
coveted stages throughout his career he has cemented himself into
history by being inducted into two Hall of Fames for Pedal Steel Management & Booking:
Players. One fateful day, Beighley called Joe Edwards (drums) on, Gasshouse Entertainment LLC
whom he had played with before. “Hey, you want to sit in for this
country band I am playing in? Got a show in a couple of weeks.” [email protected]
Edwards replied with a simple, “Sure, send me the song list.” Ryan Website: www.hillcountrytruckers.com
hit back with “Ok, can you make a rehearsal?” Edwards reply “Sure. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hillcountrytruckers
When?” Then, Beighley dropped the bomb, “Tonight!” Four of five
of Hill Country Truckers was formed needing only one more piece Instagram: @hillcountrytruckers
to make them whole. Cliff Middlebrook (bass guitar) now throws YouTube: Hill Country Truckers
down the pounding bass lines for Hill Country Truckers and away
we go……

From playing for peanuts in small bars to opening for some very
well established and rising stars of country music, Hill Country
Truckers has made a notable name and reputation for themselves.
They have shared the stage with Whitey Morgan and the 78’s,
Hellbound Glory, Tim Montana, and Josh Ward, and they have
been asked to perform at corporate events and brand introductions.

September 2022 welcomed the release of Hill Country Truckers
long awaited debut EP Deal with the Devil. The life span Hill Country
Truckers continues growing to be more and more experienced as
time goes on. 2023 will prove to be a pivotal year for Hill Country
Truckers. More recordings and releases, more high-profile shows,
tours, festivals, etc. “We want it all and we want it now!!!!!”

Photography by: Candice Kane

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HANGTOWN
BOOZEFIGHTERS

BIKE FEST

AUGUST 20 (PLACERVILLE)
Photos contributed by ‘Bootlegger’ President
BOOZEFIGHTERS MC CHAPTER 121 HANGTOWN

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OAKLAND H.O.G. CHAPTER MAKES A NEW CONNECTION

Helen VanSlyke and her August 6 (Oakland): The Oakland H.O.G. Chapter from Oakland Harley-
Guide Dog Niles Davidson (www.oaklandh-d.com) had the opportunity to make a difference
during a chapter meeting. At the San Francisco Marathon in 2021 and the
Pastor Macklin and Edison (Eddy) Berkeley Marathon in 2022, several Oakland H.O.G. members volunteered
checking out a Harley their time to act as security for the runners. Members were assigned
different areas to monitor and direct traffic as needed. And as a gesture
of appreciation, the organizers of the event donated a set amount per
member. It was then decided at a chapter meeting that the money would
be donated to The Guide Dogs of America (www.guidedogsofamerica.org)

After enduring early mornings and some unhappy bystanders at the
marathons, it all seemed worth the hassle when the Oakland H.O.G.
Chapter met Pastor Albert Macklin and his dog “Edison” and Helen
VanSlyke and her dog “Niles” at a chapter meeting. Both Pastor Macklin
and Helen were graduates of the Guide Dogs of America. Eddy and
Niles were beautiful black Labradors who had been trained to become
companions for those who are blind/visually impaired. Chapter members
asked questions about the dogs and their experience with meeting their
companions. Pastor Macklin asked about the chapter and what it was like
to ride a Harley-Davidson.

After the meeting, Pastor Macklin spent time feeling the difference
between all the motorcycles. Both Pastor Macklin and Helen were both
definitely interested in riding on the back of a Harley.  Pastor Macklin sat
on a 114 Street Glide to get the feel of it. It was too bad that we didn’t
fire the bike up…THAT would have really left an impression with him, but
his smile said it all!  We were able to extend our visit by having lunch at
Harry’s Hofbrau in San Leandro.

Pastor Macklin and Helen were both thankful for the donation and
the benefit that it will bring. The opportunity to see in action where the
money was going made an impact with the Oakland H.O.G. chapter.
Oakland H.O.G. Chapter meetings are held at Oakland H-D located at
151 Hegenberger Road in Oakland on the first Saturday of each month at
10:30am. Join us!

Article and photos contributed by Mike Gonzales, Mike Nelson, Ardelle
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Wife to husband: ‘Let’s go out and have some fun Lil’ Joey was talking w/ some kids in the playground
tonight!’ and said “I remember when I was in 7th grade and
Husband: ‘Okay, sounds great, but if you get home used to ask alot of questions, so one day I asked
before I do, leave the hall light on.’ my English Teacher, “Why do we ignore some letters
-------------------------------------------------------------- in pronunciation, for example, the letter H in Hour,
Do you ever look at someone and think..... or Honor, etc. .....?
Oh yeah, you’re the reason we have instructions on My English Teacher replied, “We are not ignoring
shampoo bottles!? them, they are considered silent.”
-------------------------------------------------------------- Lil Joey continued telling his story, “I was even more
So Lil’ Joey got home from school to see this note confused over the answer she gave me.”
taped to the refrigerator ..... “During the lunch break, my Teacher gave me her
Today’s WiFi password can be unlocked by texting packed lunch and asked me to take it to the school
a brand new, recently taken photo of your room, cafeteria and heat it up. I did just that but it looked
cleaned, vaccuumed, clothes hung up, your laundry and smelled so good that I ended up eating it all
done and bed made. and returned to class with the empty container.”
Said photo must contain the box of crackers in the My English Teacher held out the empty container
kitchen which I have written in Sharpie, today’s and asked, “Joey, what happened? I told you to go
current date to prevent re-using any previous heat my food and you return with an empty con-
photos. tainer!”
Thank You! for playing. Lil’ Joey told the kids, “I looked her straight in the
May the odds be ever in your favor. Love, Mom - eyes and replied, “Well, guess this is one of those
(*now you know where Lil’ Joey gets it from -) js times when the H was silent.”
-------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------
A vacuum cleaner salesman knocked on my door. Ya’ know how Newscasters read off the teleprompt-
Before I could say a word he tipped a bucket of er and not sure of what the story was? Well, the lo-
dog chit on my carpet and said, “If this here vacu- cal news gal was talking about growth in the County
um doesn’t remove evey trace of it, I’ll personally and went on to discuss that a “140,000 square-foot
eat what’s left!” Sporting franchise that would be breaking ground...
I looked down then up at him and replied, “I sure “So you heard it here first....there will be a Massive
hope you’re hungry cause’ they cut off my electric Dicks’ coming to our town of Johnson City!”
this morning!” ---------------------------------------------------------------
-------------------------------------------------------------- When you meet me, you think I’m quiet.
Dear Daddy - $chool i$ really great! I am making When you get to talkin’ to me, you kinda’ wish I
lot$ of friend$ and $tudying very hard but with all was a little bit more quiet.
my$tuff, I $imply can’t think of anything I need. When you really get to know me, you kinda’ get just
$So if you would like, you can ju$t $end me a card, a little bit skeered when I’m quiet.
a$ I would love to hear from you. Life’s funny that way, huh?
Love, Your $Son, Lil’ Joey ---------------------------------------------------------------
Daddy replied - My Son Joey I feel that Tacos are more important than Pumpkin
I kNOw that astroNOmy, ecoNOmics and oceaNOg- Spice. There, I said it.....Fight Me!
raphy are eNOugh to keep even an hoNOr student ---------------------------------------------------------------
busy. Do NOt forget that the pursuit of kNOwledge A Pastor give a sermon to the children’s Bible Study
is a NOble task, and you can never study eNOugh. class about being loyal and invested to God. He
Love, Your Daddy asked the children, “Why do you think I wear this
(*now you know where Lil’ Joey gets it from -) js collar?” Lil’ Joey in the back yelled out, “Because it
-------------------------------------------------------------- kills ticks and fleas up to 30 days?”
Guys love it when I tell them I’m ‘bi” on the very ---------------------------------------------------------------
first date. So just saw this on FB post and had to share ......
I let them figure the “polar” part out on their own. LOOKING for a married woman, recently cheated on
A girl has to be mysterious after all. and Really mad and scorned, who is willing to sell
her husband’s tools Really cheap!

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Y ou got your motorcycle license, The view that you your “cool” and learn how to handle the
bought your gear, and are ready to can have if you situation without panicking.
ride. You jump on your bike, and it don’t have a way
starts to rain five minutes down the road. to keep the rain off  If you lock up your tires in the rain, you
You have probably heard that riding in the of the face shield. may not realize immediately that your tires
rain is terrible, and you’re probably about have locked up. You’re not going to hear
to be involved in a motorcycle accident. I going to have because there is more weight a skidding noise. So how will you know if
want to help get the record straight. When pushing the bike down. your tires are skidding? The front of your
you are riding in the rain, it’s not the end motorcycle will feel loose, and you will not be
of the world. You have plenty of traction  Most motorcycle riders share one big able to change directions. The rear of your
to ride your motorcycle safely. Does fear: emergency braking in the rain. Some bike can feel loose, and you may feel the
that mean you want to be cornering at a of the most common questions I hear as a back of your motorcycle sliding sideways.
high rate of speed? Absolutely not. Does motorcycle instructor is, what if I have to brake
that mean you should be accelerating or as hard as I can while it’s raining? How will my Is there a point I should not be riding in the
braking hard? Absolutely not. motorcycle react? Is there a point I should not rain? The first 30 minutes that it starts to be the
be riding in the rain? Will I crash if I use my worst time to ride. During the first 30 minutes
Riding in the rain can be a fun experience front brake? Will I crash if I use my rear brake? of rain, the oil and other car fluids are getting
if you are wearing the right gear and your How do I prevent having to use emergency washed off the road. If it’s raining so hard that
motorcycle is in good working condition. braking in the rain? you cannot see out of your helmet or large
Wearing a proper riding jacket, pants, boots, puddles are forming, you either need to slow
and gloves can help reduce your getting wet I will hopefully help answer these questions down or get off the road for a little while until
and becoming uncomfortable. If you wear a and help riders realize that just because it’s the rain slows down.
half-shell or ¾-shell helmet, you will probably raining doesn’t mean you need to go home.
not enjoy the ride in the rain. Even though it’s The best way to avoid using emergency
just water, it starts to sting. If you wear a full- Well, there is good news and bad news. braking is to give yourself space. Scan ahead
face helmet, you will be better protected from If you have ABS on your motorcycle, you and pay attention to what’s happening around
the stinging rain, but full-face helmets have can rest a little easier because once the you and not just in front of you.
their problems. A full-face helmet fogs up, and ABS realizes the tire is locking up, it will
the rain makes it difficult to see out the face automatically release the brake and re- Is there a higher chance of being involved
shield. You can reduce helmet fog by adding apply to prevent you from crashing. If you in a motorcycle accident in the rain? Yes,
an anti-fog spray to the helmet or getting an don’t have ABS on your motorcycle, you will but you can do many things to significantly
anti-fog insert lens. There are lots of different have to be a little gentler with your brakes. reduce your chances of being involved in
products you can apply to the face shield to You’ll have to pump your front brake if the a motorcycle accident. The biggest thing is
help repel the rain. front tire locks up to avoid skidding. It would taking care of your motorcycle and practicing
be best if you released some pressure on emergency braking.
Regarding your motorcycle, many things your rear brake because the weight is being
can cause issues while riding in the rain. Your transferred to the front wheel. By pumping  Follow the blogger, Sheldon Sherman on
suspension, tires, and bike weight are some of the front brake, your pretty much your own Facebook and at
the bigger things that can make riding in the ABS. Now the question will be, “Have you
rain an unpleasant experience. The goal of the practiced emergency braking?” Have you www.proriderantelopevalley.com.
suspension is to keep your tires on the ground. practiced emergency braking when it’s
If your suspension is not set up correctly and raining? Practicing emergency braking www.RussBrown.com
your motorcycle bounces around a lot every in dry and wet situations can help build
time you hit a bump or dip, it can cause a loss muscle memory and keep you safer on the
of traction, which could cause a motorcycle road. Knowing how your motorcycle acts in
accident. Your tires are probably one of the different situations makes it easier to keep
most significant parts that cause a ride in the
rain to become a big problem or motorcycle
accident. The more tread on a tire, the better
a tire can push away water from your tracks.
The less tread on the tire, the more likely
your tire can hydroplane or lose traction with
the asphalt. You are also ensuring your tire
pressure is at the correct PSI. You want to
ensure you are either at recommended PSI
or a little below it. When you reduce your tire
pressure, The last part that can either help
or hurt you is the motorcycle’s weight. The
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OCTOBER 2022 OCTOBER 8
12th ANNUAL FALLEN HEROES 111 MILE MOTORCYCLE
OCTOBER 1 RIDE
26th ANNUAL BLACK WIDOWS POKER RUN ROCKLIN
SACRAMENTO Presented by The Forgotten Soldier Program. Ride starts
Presented by Black Widows Inc. Sign in at VFW and ends at Rocklin Harley-Davidson – 4401 Granite
Post 67 – 2784 Stockton Blvd. 8am – 10:30am. All Drive. Registration starts at 8am. Kickstands up at 9:30am.
motorcycles welcome. High/Low hand raffle and 50/50 Advanced registration $25 p/person- 2 up $45. Day of $30
drawing. Benefits Shriners Children’s of Northern p/person -2 up $50. Poker ride, with lunch, music by Flat
California Sacramento. For more information: www. Busted, raffle, chapter challenge. For more information:
blackwidowspokerrun.org / Jamey Ray (916) 649-2240 (530) 889-2300 / www.forgottensoldierprogram.com.
See Flyer on Back Cover
OCTOBER 1
17th ANNUAL CHILLY BILLY FUN RUN HOT ROD & OCTOBER 15
MOTORCYCLE SHOW FRYED BROTHERS BAND at Swabbies on the River
COTATI SACRAMENTO
Presented by Rip City Riders. Sign in at Sonoma County Presented by The Fryed Brothers Band. Located at Swabbies
Harley-Davidson – 7601 Redwood Dr. 8am – 10:30am / on the River – 5871 Garden Hwy 1pm – 5pm. Cost: $10.
$25 includes fun run, fun hand and 1 BBQ lunch. Ends at Plenty of shade, tables, food, drink and motorcycle parking!
Sonoma-Marin Fairgrounds & Event Center in Petaluma. For more information: [email protected]
Admission to fairgrounds is Free. Live music and vendors.
Net proceeds to the Polly Klaas Foundation and Gilead OCTOBER 15
House. For more information: ripcityriders.org 1st ANNUAL AMERICAN LEGION RIDERS PARTY
OROVILLE
OCTOBER 4-5 Presented by American Legion Riders – Chapter 95.
INDIAN MOTORCYCLE DEMO TRUCK Located at Veteran’s Memorial Hall – 2374 Montgomery
AUBURN Street. 5pm – 9pm / $20 at the door. Prime Tri-Tip or
Presented by C&E Auburn Indian VTwin – 12015 Shale chicken, soda/water free with meals. Margaritas / Beer /
Ridge Road. Mark Your Calendar – Come and Ride all Cocktails. 50-50 raffle, raffle tables, music & karaoke.
the new models! For more information: (530) 885-5556 /
www.auburnvtwin.com. See Flyer on Page 21 OCTOBER 23
BURIED BONES IX
RANCHO CORDOVA
Presented by 41Live! – Sign in at 3655 Omec Park Drive.
10am / $20. 9th Annual Buried Bones Tombstone Tour Poker
Run & Shop Party. Over $5000 in cash & prizes. Music,
Food , Beverages, Games and general good times! Vendor
& Volunteers welcome...Contact (916) 329-8980. For more
information: (916) 704-5796
See Flyer on Inside Back Cover

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NOVEMBER 2022 1st TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
FT BRAGG
NOVEMBER 6 ALR Chapter 96 Monthly Meeting
10th ANNUAL REMEMBER RESPECT AND HONOR Presented by American Legion Riders – Chapter 96.
MOTORCYCLE RUN Veterans Administration Building – 360 North Harrison
DIXON Street. 6pm. For more information: Gary (907) 230-
Presented by Buckhorn Bar & Grill, Lavallee, Segovia 5857 / americanlegionriders96.com
& Garton. Charity Poker Run sign in at Buckhorn Bar
located at 830 N. Adams Street. 8am / $25 Lunch, Raffle, 2nd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
Lots of Fun for the RememberAVet Wreath Project for the MARYSVILLE
Sacramento Valley National Cemetery. 100% money raised MMA Division 1 Monthly Meeting
goes to the project to cover the head stones with Holiday Presented by Modified Motorcycle Association –
swags. For more information: [email protected] Stassis 4th Ward Tavern – 102 7th Street. 7pm. The
Modified Motorcycle Association is the first motorcycle
DECEMBER 2022 rights organization in the State of California. Please
join us to learn about upcoming legislation and
DECEMBER 4 laws that affect our rights to ride free. For more
46th ANNUAL MODIFIED MOTORCYCLE ASSOCIATION information: [email protected]
OF CA Toy Drive
FOLSOM / ROCKLIN 3rd TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
Presented by MMA of CA. Pack ride out of Harley- FOLSOM
Davidson of Folsom – 115 Woodmere and Harley-Davidson Folsom HOG Chapter 1787 General Meeting
Rocklin – 4401 Granite Drive at 10am. Arrive at Nissan Presented by Folsom HOG – Roundtable Pizza – 9500-
of Sacramento – 2820 Auburn Blvd at 12noon. No fee 1 Greenback Lane. Come early and have dinner, 6pm.
at gate – Donation: 1 unwrapped toy or gift card. All Organized reports and activities at 6:30pm. Share
welcome! Motorcycles – Bikes - Cars – Walk-Ins. For info on great rides, discuss upcoming events, hear
more information: www.mmaofca.org. the latest news from the Folsom dealership, and the
RAFFLE. For more information: www.folsomhog.org /
See Flyer on Page 9 [email protected]

OPEN HOUSE 4th TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
FAIR OAKS
2nd MONDAY OF EACH MONTH American Legion Riders Post 383 Monthly Meeting
SUTTER CREEK Presented by ALR Post 119 – 9050 Sunset Avenue.
American Legion Riders Meeting 7pm. Veterans Events, Activities, Function, Meetings
Presented by Post 108 Legion Riders – 11401 American and Rides. For more information: Lee Payne –
Legion Drive – 6:30pm. Commander (916) 367-9620

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2nd WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH 2rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
PLACERVILLE PENRYN
American Legion Riders Post 119 Monthly Meeting RIVER CITY BIKER BABES Meet & Greet
Presented by ALR Post 119 – 4561 Greenstone Road. Presented by River City Biker Babes Ladies Motorcycle
6pm. Share info on rides and discuss upcoming Riding Club. Located at the Valencia Club - 2162 Taylor
events. Bar opens at 5pm. For more information: Bill Road. 7pm / FREE. Ladies? If you are interested
Bryant (530) 409-8414 in meeting a great bunch of gals, and you either
‘ride your own,’ or want to learn, we want to meet
2nd WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH you. We work with all levels of riders and all brands
FORESTHILL of motorcycles. We talk about safety (which is our
American Legion Riders Post 587 Monthly Meeting number one concern), suggest areas we would like to
Presented by ALR Post 587 – 24601 Harrison Street. plan rides to, and basic motorcycle maintenance (i.e.
6pm. For more information: John Rouse (530) do you know how to check your own oil?). Looking
367-3081 forward to meeting you. Visit us at: http://www.meetup.
com/River-City-Biker-Babes/ https://www.facebook.
4th WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH com/RiverCityBikerBabes/
REDDING
Redding HOG Chapter Meeting 3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
Presented by Redding Harley Owners Group - LuLu’s ROCKLIN
Restaurant - 2230 Pine Street. 7pm. Meeting is free Monthly HOG Chapter Meeting
to all who wish to attend. Come early and get the Presented by Sierra Thunder HOG Chapter 4058.
world’s best clams! For more information: ernie@ Granite Rock Grill Restaurant - 5140 Pacific St. 7pm.
reddingharley-davidson.com We welcome you to come to our meeting and learn
about our Chapter. We Ride and Have Fun. Note:
4th WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH No food service at meeting. For more information:
ROCKLIN [email protected] /(916) 791-4443 landline
ALR Chapter 620 Monthly Meeting
Presented by American Legion Riders – Chapter 620. 3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
Rocklin Parks and Rec – 5460 5th Street. 6:30pm ALTURAS
Contact Gail Miller with any questions (916) 521-6319 American Legion Riders Meeting
Presented by Post 163 Legion Riders – The Niles – 304
2rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH S. Main Street. For more information: (530) 708-2844
ORANGEVALE
CMA -ROSEVILLE Monthly Meeting EVERY FRIDAY
Presented by The Riders of the Cross. *NEW FACEBOOK
LOCATION (until original location is repaired) Meet BIKER CHURCH NIGHT Presented by Thunder Road
at Denny’s Restaurant – 8841 Greenback Lane 7pm Biker Church - Facebook LIVE 7pm-8pm
– Come early if you’re having dinner. Contact Chuck
Loseth with any questions (916) 837-3150. EVERY FRIDAY
SACRAMENTO
CAPITAL CITY MC Meeting at 2414 13th Street. 8pm
/ Free. Join us every Friday night for our weekly
meeting. Some are business meetings, some are just
for fun. Contact: [email protected]

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1st FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH 3rd SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH
WOODLAND FAIRFIELD
BIKERS AGAINST CHILD ABUSE Meeting at VFW Hall MONTHLY CHAPTER MEETING – Presented by
– 345 W. Kentucky Avenue. 7pm Meetings are open to Christian Motorcyclists Association - Lord’s Knights
the public. (530) 848-2090 with any questions. Chapter. Benicia Grill II - 2390 N. Texas. Order
breakfast at 8am. Announcements at 8:30am. Kick
stands up by 9:15am. All bikes welcome. For more
information: Bill Neander / [email protected].

2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH 3rd SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH
FAIRFIELD RENO, NV
OPEN HOUSE Presented by Dirty Whites Club House MONTHLY CHAPTER MEETING - Presented by Battle
– 748 N. Texas St 8pm - ? Come have a blast! Contact Born IRMG 2066 - Indian Motorcycle of Reno – 3445
Joe 707-694-5251 Kietzke Lane. 9am. Newly formed Battle Born IMRG,
2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH Chapter 2066, based out of the Reno Indian dealership
ORANGEVALE is forming up and recruiting Indian and Victory riders
OPEN HOUSE Presented by Rogue Militia MC. 9250 if you wish to join. For more information: Jeff Justus
Greenback Lane. 7pm. Come out and join us for Good - President (775) 745-7846 / jeffjustus2066imrg@gmail.
Times/Cold Drinks/Brotherhood. Contact: Tone (916) com
208-8423 or Rob (916) 671-4871

3rd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH 3rd SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH
VALLEJO VACAVILLE 
OPEN HOUSE Presented by Hellbent MC 707 Crew MONTHLY LOCAL MEETING Presented by A.B.A.T.E.
– 100 Lincoln Rd. E - 8pm. Come one come all! Our Local 17 - 4823 Midway Road 10am We will discuss
house is open to start your weekend off right, join us matters important to the Local and to the motorcycle
for our Open House night. community. We create plans, and review events and
have a raffle. We will also share with other MRO’s and
EVERY SATURDAY Clubs. We are also open to the communities. Glenn
SACRAMENTO Phillips (707) 624-6310 / [email protected]
Presented by Misplaced Souls MC. Open House to
the Biker Community – 3418 Auburn Blvd on Saturday BIKE NIGHTS
nights – 6pm. / No Cover Charge. Come Join the
MSMC and other motorcycle enthusiasts where we EVERY THURSDAY
enjoy good entertainment, cold drinks, and good food. SACRAMENTO
For more information: Spit Shine (916) 217-2508 / Sarge Presented by Misplaced Souls MC. Thursday Night
(785) 410-1015. Fun Night – 3418 Auburn Blvd. 6pm / Join the MSMC
for its Thursday Night get together. Free food,
1st SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH entertainment and great company. All like minded
AUBURN members of the community are welcome. The MSMC
MONTHLY CHAPTER MEETING Presented by Gold reserve the right to refuse access to who they choose.
Country Indian Motorcycle Riders Group. C&E Auburn For more information: Spit Shine (916) 217-2508 / Sarge
Indian & V-Twin - 12015 Shale Ridge Rd. 9:30am. Gold (785) 410-1015
Country IMRG is open to all motorcycle brands. All
members and prospective members and friends are
welcome. www.goldcountryimrg.com

707.793.9180

7601 REDWOOD DRIVE
COTATI, CA 94931

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3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH 41Live! Buried Bones Tombstone Tour EVENT..... Inside
EUREKA Front Cover
BIKE NIGHT Presented by M.O.B. of Humboldt - North A&M Heating and Air..................................................23
of Fourth Bar - 207 3rd Street. The fun starts at 6pm. Billy’s Motorcycle Shop..............................................13
All motorcycles welcome. Free food, 50/50 raffle, pack Bones Roadhouse Bar & Grub.................................... 9
ride. / www.mobofhumboldt.com C&E Auburn Indian & V-Twin .............................21
Cal Tire & Autoworks .................................................13
3rd THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH (April-September) Clinton’s Custom Cycle..............................................21
WILLITS CycleInsure Agency....................................................27
BIKE NIGHT Presented by Willits Wild Bunch – Scoops Double D Steak..........................................................21
Deli & Ice Cream – 110 N. Main Street. 6pm-8pm. Great Folsom-Rocklin H-D -
food, beverages, raffle prizes, 50/50, music by DJ Mikey Fallen Heroes EVENT............................ Back Cover/19
T. All bikes welcome. No bike, no problem, join the fun Jachimowicz Law Group.............................................. 5
anyway. For more information: willitswildbunch@ Kenny’s Bar & Grill.....................................................13
gmail.com Marlene & Glen’s Diner..............................................13
Midnight Motors........................................................... 8
2nd FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH Miller Built Performance Cycles..................................27
LODI MMA Toy Run EVENT................................................. 9
BIKE NIGHT Presented by The Water Hole along with Noble West Insurance Services..................................27
The Red Iron Riders. 246 N. Cluff Ave. 6:30pm Cost Omega Motorcycles....................................................27
depending on the menu $10-$18. A great NO DRAMA Penngrove Motorcycle Company................................23
social event to get to know others that share the Ride-On Motorcycles................................................... 9
passion of the bike. Outdoor private patio area, pool Road Trip Bar & Grill.........................Inside Front Cover
tables, Shuffleboard, Music, big screen TVs for game Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys....................... 1 & 31
nights and more. All bikes welcome, and those without San Jose Hogwash..................................................... 8
bikes welcome too. For more information: (209) 604- Sonoma County HD.............................................. 33-37
7149 / (209) 327-8283 T3 Design Studios......................................................21
The Leatherworks.......................................................27
4th FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH (March-May) Thunder Road Biker Church........................................ 4
RANCHO CORDOVA True Performance......................................................13
FRIDAY NIGHT BIKES! Presented by 41Live! – 3655 West Coast Leathers..................................................21
Omec Park Drive (Behind Recycle Row)
5pm-10pm. Something NEW & COOL! Music – Food
Truck – Refreshment – Raffle – Event Tickets –
Giveaways – Show ‘n Shine – Bike Games. All Bikes
and Riders Welcome!

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