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On The Cover
Virginia
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Calendar Of Events............................................4
Proud To Be An American..............................9
Hot Shots..............................................................12
Clubs & Organizations..................................23
The Joker’s Wild..............................................28
Biker Friendly Directory..............................32
NCOM News Bytes..........................................36
On Eagle’s Wings.............................................39
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EDITOR’S LETTER
Hey folks – let’s get those bikes out from under the
cobwebs of winter, dust them off & get ‘em ready to ride.
The Spring riding season is about to break wide open next
month & we know that you’ll want to be ready for all the fun
& fantastic events that are coming your way for 2011. To
get you geared up & itching to hit the road, is the Timonium
Motorcycle Show in Maryland on Feb 11th to 13th. This
will be their biggest show ever – last year they had a record
crowd for their event & they are expecting to top that one
during this year’s show. The following weekend after
Timonium, is the Northeast Motorcycle Show, taking the
stage in Chantilly, VA. Our event calendar is starting to
build & there will be many more events filling those pages
in the coming months. Be sure to get the most up to date
info on events up on our online calendar at our website
www.thunderroads-virginia.com . Our site is update daily
& the events that are submitted by the 15th of any given
month, will be printed in the following month’s magazine.
If you’ve got an event planned this year, please go up to
our site & submit it so everyone will know what you’ve got
planned. For liability reasons, our staff cannot input events
so list yours as soon as you have your date set.
We’ve got a lot of great biker friendly businesses with
us…most of them ride too so they know exactly what you
want & need so please pay them a visit. They are helping
us bring Thunder Roads to you each month - it would
be nice if you mentioned that you saw them here in the
magazine. If you happen to have your camera with you,
take a Hot Shot for us while you’re there & send it in…let us
know where the shot was taken so we can see who you’re
visiting. Your Hot Shots are welcomed ANYTIME. Whether
you’re riding, shopping, eating, drinking, vacationing,
getting a tattoo or just out & about by yourself or with
friends & family doing anything, we’d love for you to share
those moments with us for our Hot Shot pages. Email your
pics to kelly@thunderroads-virginia.com & you may see
them in an upcoming issue. Do you have a personalized
license plate?? We love getting your Hot Plates too! Do
you have a pet that you dress in biker attire? Our “Biker
Pals” can be any type of animal…dog, cat, bird, iguana
or whatever. We happily welcome any furry, feathered or
scaly biker friends to be featured.
As always, we thank you for rolling with us & checking us
out every month in print & online. We’re here for you so if
there’s anything that you need, please let us know…if we
have it to give, you’ll surely receive. Don’t forget to take
care of your “honey” on Valentines – sweet goodies, a little
romance & a 2up bike ride will surely score some major
points on the 14th…Even if you don’t have a sweetheart,
treat yourself to something good & a bike ride anyways 
However you choose to celebrate Valentines Day or any
day, make it a good one. We
look forward to seeing you all
back here again next month as
we swing into Spring…this year
is going to be awesome so get
ready for a great ride! We wish
you peace & prosperity in your
homes, happiness in your lives
& lots of love in your hearts.
Until we see you again…stay
safe on all your roads.
Kelly

ONGOING EVENTS
BIKER CHURCH SERVICES
Biker Church Service
Mechanicsville, MD Rushing Wind Ministry, 29025 Three Notch
Rd., Mechanicsville, MD 20659, Gordon Bacon, Preacher,
240-577-0605, bfcgordon@yahoo.com. Sunday service 10am
-10:30am gathering and fellowship with coffee and snacks.
Wednesday Bible study 7pm-8:30. Friday night bike night
6:30pm-10pm. Services are held every Sunday; Bible Study
held every Wednesday; Bike Night ever Friday Night.
Liberty Biker Church & Blessing of the Bikes
Isle of Wight County, VA Our focus is sharing the Word of God
with the motorcycle community, without all the preconceived
ideas that you have to dress a certain way or look like everyone
else. For anyone who thinks you have to fit in or be like
everyone else, guess what: People can be different. And so is
Liberty Biker Church. Hang-around (social) time: 10 a.m. with
free donuts and coffee. Worship service: 11 a.m. with Christian
rock band Stronghold providing the church music. Our address
is 17011 Courthouse Hwy, Isle of Wight County, VA, contact is
Pastor Jim Manner, (757) 376-3612 –We hold services every
Sunday & we hold a Blessing of the Bikes the 1st Sunday of
each month.
Tidewater Motorcycles Chili Dog Social
EVERY TUESDAY Free Chili Dog’s every Tuesday at Tidewater
Motorcycles. 4324 Godwin Blvd, Suffolk, VA 23434. visit www.
tidewatermotorcycles.net for more info.
Feb 11th – 13th 2011
Timonium Motorcycle Show
Timonium, MD Every foreign and domestic motorcycle manufacturer
available in the USA on display...huge custom and antique bike
show...100’s of exhibits covering everything in motorcycling. Attendees
will be able to meet several nationally known bike builders featured on
Discovery Channel’s “Biker Build-off” and Discovery HD Theatre “Two
Wheel Thunder” throughout the three days. Maryland State Fairgrounds
- Timonium, Maryland - Opens 10am each day, Friday, Saturday and
Sunday, February 11th - 13th, 2011. Admission for Adults: $15, Children
10-15 years $5.00 and under 10 are free with paying adult. Go to www.
cycleshow.net to print-out $5.00 off admission discount coupons, good
on adult admission only. For more info call 410-561-7323, visit www.
cycleshow.net or email info@aldadvertising.com.
Feb 12th
Mystery Memory Ride
Staunton, VA at Shenandoah Harley-Davidson, 213 Rolling Thunder
Lane in Staunton, VA. Exit 220 off of I-81. Riders will register starting
at 11am, receive a map and instructions to be aware of landmarks
and surroundings during this guided ride. Upon returning to SHD,
a 10 question contest will be held to see what riders remember
what they saw! Open to all bikes and riders. Prizes for 3 places,
refreshments for participants. Visit our website: www.shenhd.com for
more details.
February 19-20, 2011
The NORTHEAST MOTORCYCLE EXPO
presented by KevMarv Productions is proud to announce our new
location at Dulles Expo Center Chantilly VA. There will be Motorcycles,
Midgets, Little People, and Mayhem and much more. Come see
new and used bikes to purchase, vendors with aftermarket parts and
accessories, maybe enter your motorcycle in our “Best of the Best”
custom bike show for CASH PRIZES, be entertained by our live bands,
beautiful models and bizarre guests. Bring the kids we have plenty for
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SAVE YOUR DATE!!! IS YOUR EVENT IN OUR CALENDAR???
If not, submit it on the Events page of our website
www.thunderroads-virginia by the 15th of the month so it will make
it into the next issue. We need events submitted as far in advance
as possible so that others can be respectful of the date that you’ve
chosen for yours.
them to do. This is one show you will not want to miss. Admission to THE
NORTHEAST MOTORCYCLE EXPO is $13 for adults, $6 for children
6-12 yrs old, and children under 6 yrs are free. Expo hours are Saturday,
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Dulles Expo Center
is conveniently located at 4368 Chantilly Shopping Center Chantilly, VA
20151. For further information call 1-978-688-8888 or visit our website at
www.kevmarv.com
Feb 26th & 27th
“LIVE FAST” Harley Davidson Inspired Art Group Show
Fairfax, VA Opening Reception-Saturday, February 26th, from 5pm –
8pm. With special guest appearance by the infamous artist “Letterfly” who
will demonstrate traditional “old school” pinstriping. Open to the public
exhibit - Sunday, February 27th, from 11am – 5pm. Patriot University
Seminar “Rolling Art,…Why a Mural?” with Letterfly Sunday, February
27th, at 1 PM at Patriot H-D. Patriot Harley-Davidson, 9739 Fairfax Blvd
Fairfax VA 22031. Show end date: February 27th. The event is FREE but
RSVP required for entrance RSVP to Livefast@artwhino.com
Apr 2nd & 3rd
Virginia Bike Fest
Petersburg, VA It’s 2 big days of thunder as the 2011 Virginia Bike Fest
rolls into Virginia Motorsports Park April 2nd and 3rd. Bike Fest Poker Run
Saturday! Cruise Central Virginia and earn a chance to win $2,000 cash!
Bike Fest Main Event Sunday! Join us for flat out drag racing, bike show,
bikini contest, live stage show and wild bike rodeo. Check out the Suck
- Bang - Blow Nitro Saloon and the huge Biker Midway for biker gear,
accessories, custom LED’s, air brush designs and much much more.
For info on vending & event details, call (804) 862-3174 or visit www.
VirginiaMotorsports.com
Apr 3rd
Richmond Riders Poker Run
Richmond, VA The Richmond Riders host their annual Poker Run on
Sunday, April 3. Registration begins at 9 AM at The Shops of Bellgrade
Mall, 11440 Huguenot Road, Midlothian, VA 23113. Last bike out at 11
AM. Ride ends at the Powhatan County Fairgrounds, 4042 Anderson
Highway (route 60), Powhatan, VA 23139. Prizes, 50/50, Food will be
sold. All proceeds to benefit the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation. http://
www.richmondriders.com
Apr 15th, 16th & 17th
Hog Farm Grand Opening for Jesus
Winston-Salem, NC Revelation Disciples Motorcycle Ministry invites you
to the Grand Opening of the HOG Farm. Located at 190 Overdale Road,
Winston-Salem, NC . OUR NEW HOME!!!! Starts April 15th ends 17th.
Saturday the 16th we will have Special Guest Bands, Tammie Davis &
Mirror Image, Events, cook out, ride, bike show, & games. Free camping,
FREE Event. Fun for all. Don’t miss it. Sunday the 17th, more bands &
two services. Anyone wanting to come & camp out, start setting up can
come in on Thursday , gates open on Fri. the 15 at 8 A M The actual event
will start at 9.00 am Sat. the 16th & run through 11pm. There will be a bike
showing on Saturday & there will be a 50/50 drawing for this event too.
Fee is required for bike show. There are NO admission fees for entering
The Hog Farm . We will be accepting donations as The Lord moves you
to give The Rain date is April 29 - May 1st. Rain cancellation will be posted
on Monday the week of event. Pray for warm Sun shine, the SON Shining
is a sure thing!! Be blessed. For more information you can contact Rev.
Rick (SHEEPDOG) Arrington @ 336-391-5880 Emails are n202diver@
yahoo.com & sheepdogn202@yahoo.com You can also contact us @
anytime through our main website http://www.revelationdisciplesinc.com
& on FB http://www.facebook.com/TheSheperdsSanctuary Proceeds &
Donations go to help open the free camp sites for special needs Children,
& feed the hungry in this local area! Not in anyone’s pocket!!! Fun Time,
excellent cause with long term pay back! Jesus will be attending and is
the guest of Honor.
Apr 16th
Hillsville VABA Swap Meet
Hillsville, VA We will have our first annual Swap Meet at the VFW in
Hillsville, VA on April 16th, 2011. This will include Motorcycles, Classic
Cars, and Hot Rods. Admission is only $5.00. Inside and outside
Vendor spots are available at a very reasonable cost. Sponsored by
the Virginia Bikers Association. See poster at: http://vabikers.org/forms/
SwapMeetPoster.pdf for more information. Contact: Director@vabikers.
org VFW Fairgrounds, Route 58, Hillsville, VA

Apr 16th
Chili Cookoff & Cruise In
Staunton, VA S.V.H.O.G. Annual Chili Cookoff and Hosses n Hogs Cruise
In. Free and Open to the public. Uncover, dust off and fire up your custom
or original Harley-Davidson or Ford Mustang. This year is not a judged
show, but a CRUISE IN! Enjoy live music and good food. A small donation
will get you a bowl and spoon to sample and vote on our HOG chapter chili
entries! Visit our website: www.shenhd.com, for more information as it is
updated. Saturday, April 16, 2011, 11:00am- 4:00pm EDT
Apr 29th, 30th & May 1st
15th Annual Virginia Beach Bike Classic
Virginia Beach, VA Bike Builders Meet & Greet Party, Thurs Apr 28th at
Knuckleheads. Apr 29th Event held at Northlanding Beach Campground.
Featuring LIVE Concerts by TRAVIS TRITT, Black Oak Arkansas, Butter,
Rebel Son, Tin Roof Union, Right On. Scheduled to appear: World Famous
Wall of Death, Bike Show- $500 for 1st Place. Celebrity Bike Builders: Dave
Perewitz, Donnie Smith, Big Rick Hoffman, Tommy Swede, Lee Clements,
Johnny Lange. Event location: Northlanding Beach Campground, 161
Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, VA. www.northlandingbeach.com
(757) 426-6241. Overflow Camping site with full Hook up at Sandy Point
Resort (300 yards away), 176 Sandy Point Drive Knotts Island, NC. www.
sandypointresortcampground.com (252) 429-3094. Vendor & sponsor
information call JR (757) 675-8488 or Mitch (757) 560-0877. Tickets Friday
$20; Saturday $25; Sunday $5. www.virginiabeachbikeclassic.com .
Portion of proceeds to benefit The Center for Child & Family Services, Inc..
May 14th
MDA Poker Run
Yorktown, VA Hampton Roads Harley Owners Group (HOG) MDA Poker
Run @ Hampton Roads Harley Davidson, 6450 George Washington
Memorial Highway, Rt17, Yorktown, Virginia. Saturday, May 14 · 8:00am
- 3:00pm. Food, Fun, Crazy X Band, and 1st time silent auction (cash or
check).
Mar 4th – 13th
Daytona Beach Bike Week 2011
Daytona Beach, FL www.OfficialBikeWeek.com
May 27th – 30th, 2011
Stars & Stripes & Spokes, America’s Memorial Day Rally
Washington, DC Come join us in our nation’s capital for the 1st annual
Stars & Stripes & SpokesTM Motorcycle Festival at the RFK Stadium
Festival Grounds to honor our nation’s armed forces during Memorial
Day weekend. There will be acres of military vehicles and equipment on
display to educate the public on the military’s missions and equipment. Of
course there will also be plenty of live music, food, beer and hundreds of
vendors. A portion of the event’s proceeds will benefit Walter Reed Army
Medical Center’s Warrior/Family Support Fund. Admission and motorcycle
parking are free! Visit us at http://www.stars-stripes-spokes.com for more
information. Meredith Cox, 202-942-4468, meredith@stars-stripes-
spokes.com, www.stars-stripes-spokes.com
June 4th
Mike Stull’s 9th Annual GOOD SAMARITAN Poker Run
Covington, VA On behalf of 2yr. old EVAN GROVES who has Epidermolysis
Bullosa (( E.B.)) hosted by Kountry Korners Store- 5409 Potts Creek Rd.
Covington, Va 24426 (540)747-4001- ride begins and ends here. in store
grill open- menu items available. SATURDAY- JUNE 4th (Rain date- June
11th). Registration starts @ 11:00 am- $10.00 per hand All bikes/ autos
welcome...All participants leave at 12:30 in one group. Cash Prizes- Door
Prizes-BIKE LIFT. Any NON-FOOD vendors welcome (free set up) for
info call (276)-620-2929- Mike Stull-FREE Weekend Campout begins
Friday June 3 thru Monday June 6- in field only 300 yards from begin/
end location- 21 or older to attend camp out..tents, campers, busses all
welcome. music provided Fri and Sat nights by D.J. LINK 8pm until ?
June 4th
Wounded Warrior Benefit Show
Newport News, VA My name is Staff Sergeant James Beebe, and I am
planning a car show to raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project
program that will be held in Newport News, Va in June of 2011. I have
held these shows for the last few years, starting in Germany and having
my first one in the US last May. The wounded warrior project program
website http://www.woundedwarriorproject.org will explain the mission of
the program. Location: Pep Boys,13200 Warwick Blvd Newport News, VA
SAVE YOUR DATE!!! IS YOUR EVENT IN OUR CALENDAR???
If not, submit it on the Events page of our website
www.thunderroads-virginia by the 15th of the month so it will make
it into the next issue. We need events submitted as far in advance
as possible so that others can be respectful of the date that you’ve
chosen for yours.
Jun 4th
Ride for the Children-Kidz2Kamp
Portsmouth, VA Come out and join the National Cruisers and the
Tidewater Beacons June 4, 2011 at Roger Browns 315 High Street in
Portsmouth, Va. for one of the best rides of the year. Registration starts
at 9am and first bike is out at 945 last bike out at 1030. This is a dice run
and there will be trophies and prizes. Included in registration is a breakfast
buffet and lunch at Camp Hope Haven where the ride ends. All proceeds
to benefit the Edmarc Hospice for children and Camp Hope Haven.
There will be door prizes , trophies, live music, and 50/50 raffle. For more
information contact Lilmike Burkett at lilmike_ncrc@yahoo.com.
June 11th
Rallyin the Valley 7
Staunton, VA Rallyin; The Valley 7, held at Shenandoah Harley-Davidson,
213 Rolling Thunder Lane, Staunton, VA. Exit 220 off of I81. This years
event is 1 day only. Judged bike show, live music, custom bike vendors
and other crafters, cold beverages and food available through out the day.
Great local bands performing all day. Something for everyone. FREE AND
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Visit our website: www.shenhd.com for updates.
June 18th
Katelynn Stinnett Memorial Ride - Virginia Poker Run
Fredericksburg, VA 3rd Annual Katelynn Stinnett Memorial Ride - Virginia
Poker Run, a benefit motorcycle ride for child abuse awareness and
prevention. All proceeds to benefit Prevent Child Abuse Virginia. The
Poker Run begins at Big Daddy Leather, 1900 Princess Anne Street,
Fredericksburg, VA 22401. Registration is from 9:00am to 10:30am. Cost
is $30 Rider / $20 Passenger. Prizes for best hands and worst hand.
For more information and to register online, visit the website at http://
www.KatelynnStinnettMemorialRideVirginia.com, or call 703-785-1814.
Register by 6/8/2011 and receive a free ride t-shirt.
June 23rd – 25th
VA State HOG Rally
Petersburg, VA www.vastatehogrally.com
July 15th - 17th
Thunder on the Mountain VI
Hillsville, VA This is the sixth year for this great event. Vendors, bike
show, bike rodeo, live bands, and more. $10.00 per day, $15.00 for the
weekend. Free setup for vendors. Proceeds go to St. Jude’s Children’s
Hospital. Download the poster at: http://vabikers.org/forms/ThunderVI_
Poster.pdf. Lake Ridge RV Resort, Route 100, 4 miles North of Hillsville,
VA
Aug 8th – 14th
71st Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
Sturgis, SD www.sturgismotorcyclerally.com
Oct 2nd
Ride For Pink
Virginia Beach, VA 4th Annual “Ride for Pink” to be held Sunday, October
2, 2011- rain date October 9, 2011. Event information and particulars
submitted at a later time, but please Save the Date- Ride for Pink,
benefitting the Breast Cancer Research Foundation- ‘finding a prevention
and a cure for Breast Cancer in our lifetime.’
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 AMA announces 2010
AMA Motorcyclist of the Year
The AMA announced today its AMA Motorcyclist of the
Year. Awarded annually, the AMA Motorcyclist of the Year
designation recognizes the person(s) who has had the most
profound impact on the world of motorcycling, for better or
worse, in the previous 12 months.
For 2010, that distinction belongs to outgoing California
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, whose signature on a con-
troversial law will have far-reaching and potentially harmful
effects on the motorcycling community nationwide.
With no fanfare, Schwarzenegger signed a poorly crafted
bill on Sept. 28 that fundamentally changes how California
will regulate motorcycle exhaust systems. The new law also
maps a path for the rest of the coun-
try, as other state and local lawmakers
look for their own answers to address
excessive motorcycle sound. The full
story is in the January 2011 issue of
American Motorcyclist magazine, the
journal of the AMA.
“Gov. Schwarzenegger signed a
piece of legislation that has rocked the
motorcycling world, and will impact
motorcyclists in other states as well
for years to come,” said AMA Presi-
dent and CEO Rob Dingman. “This
makes him the logical choice for the
2010 AMA Motorcyclist of the Year.”
The legislation, California Senate
Bill 435, the Motorcycle Anti-Tamper-
ing Act, requires every new motor-
cycle or aftermarket exhaust system
built starting in 2013 to carry a stamp
on the exhaust certifying that it meets
federal Environmental Protection
Agency sound requirements. For most
motorcycles, the law is a de-facto
OEM (original equipment manufac-
turer) exhaust mandate because the
federal standard was not designed for
aftermarket manufacturers, and com-
pliance for the scores of low-volume
production models now on the market
is extremely problematic.
The AMA has long advocated
reasonable measures be adopted for
the regulation of excessive motor-
cycle sound, and cites the Society of Automotive Engineers
J2825 motorcycle sound testing procedure as the most fair,
economical and practical solution to the problem vexing
communities nationwide.
“The California law is a poorly crafted piece of legisla-
tion that’s discriminatory and does little to address the core
problem of excessive sound from all sources, not just mo-
torcycles,” Dingman said. “Rather than objectively regulate
offensive noise, this law creates all sorts of problems for
riders, law enforcement and aftermarket manufacturers.”
An EPA certification label is no guarantee of sound
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compliance, and the lack of a label is no guarantee that an
exhaust is too loud. The only way to know if a motorcycle
exhaust is compliant is to test its actual sound output, Ding-
man noted.
“As a motorcyclist, Gov. Schwarzenegger should have
known better,” Dingman said. “Now California’s motorcy-
clists, as well as key segments of our industry, are going to
be negatively impacted.”
Currently, only two aftermarket manufacturers offer EPA-
sound-stamped exhaust systems for a handful of late-model
Harley-Davidsons. The process of certification is complex
and expensive. For the millions of owners whose motorcy-
cle models were made in relatively small
numbers, the requirement to replace an
aging exhaust system with an expensive
OEM system is onerous and discrimina-
tory. Owners of automobiles and trucks
don’t have to meet the same stan-
dard, and they can buy less expensive
replacement exhaust systems at local
muffler shops.
Schwarzenegger’s selection as AMA
Motorcyclist of the Year was reinforced
by California’s position as a role model
for the rest of the country.
“In many cases, we’ve seen other
states follow California’s legislative lead
on a number of issues,” Dingman said.
“There’s no reason to think that trend
won’t continue with respect to S.B. 435.
With the stroke of his pen, Gov. Schwar-
zenegger significantly altered the mo-
torcycling landscape for motorcyclists
everywhere, and this is the reason why
his selection as AMA Motorcyclist of the
Year is so impactful.”
The full story of Schwarzenegger’s
involvement with motorcycling goes
beyond S.B. 435, and is detailed in the
January issue of American Motorcyclist.
Schwarzenegger has, during his tenure,
been an ally of motorcycling with key
appointments to decision-making com-
mittees that deal with off-highway riding
issues, as an example. In addition, as
a known motorcyclist himself, Schwar-
zenegger has drawn attention to motorcycling and, after a
high-profile crash in 2006, the need for proper motorcycle
licensing.
“We will continue to work with municipal governments and
state legislatures to implement reasonable measures, such
as the SAE J2825 standard, to address excessive motor-
cycle sound,” said Dingman. “But we now have the added
burden of showing how California’s new measure is not an
effective solution, and we have Gov. Schwarzenegger to
thank for that.”
COMING IN OUR MARCH 2011 ISSUE……

Great Places To Ride

To help kick off the start of the 2011 Riding Season in our next issue, we’ll be premier-
ing our travel section called “GREAT PLACES TO RIDE”. This section will feature the
best riding roadways & scenic routes that our region has to offer. With getaways & rides
through breathtaking mountain ranges, beautiful country sides or by the sandy shores,
you’ll find many fun & exciting destinations with biker friendly places to stay & eat, along
with resources you’ll need to plan a safe & adventurous road trip. Get those cameras
ready so you can share your fun with us. See you next month!

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Proud To Be
AN AMERICAN
The American Bald Eagle withal a true, original native of America.
But not all of Congress shared Franklin’s senti-
ments. Bald eagles, like other eagles worldwide, had
The bald eagle has been the national bird of the
been seen by many as symbols of strength, courage,
United States since 1782, when it was placed with
freedom and immortality for generations. And, unlike
outspread wings on the Great Seal of our country. It
other eagles, the bald eagle was indigenous only to
appears in many gov-
North America.
ernment institutions and
Some eagles have
on official documents,
become notable in
making it the most
American history. “Old
pictured bird in all of
Abe,” the mascot of a
America. The eagle ap-
Wisconsin regiment dur-
pears on the president’s
ing the Civil War, was a
flag, the mace of the
constant target of enemy
House of Representa-
riflemen, but survived
tives, military insignia,
42 battle engagements
and billions of one-dollar
relatively unscathed.
bills.
Today, the American
The bald eagle first
bald eagle is protected
appeared as an Ameri-
under the National
can symbol on a Mas-
Emblem Act of 1940.
sachusetts copper cent coined in 1776. Since then it
Although once plentiful throughout the continental
has appeared on the reverse side of many U.S. coins,
United States, the bald eagle population has greatly
notably the silver dollar, halfdollar and quarter, as well
declined in recent times. Farmers and fishermen have
as the gold coins which were christened the eagle,
killed many eagles for getting too close to their poultry
half eagle, quarter eagle, and double eagle.
or fishing nets; game keepers have captured them
For six years, the members of Congress held a bitter
for falconry; and pesticides have killed many eagles.
dispute over what the national emblem should be. It
Most of the bald eagle population can now be found in
wasn’t until 1789 that the bald eagle was finally cho-
northern regions of North America and Florida breed-
sen to represent the new nation.
ing sanctuaries.
One of the most prominent opponents to the bald
President John F. Kennedy wrote to the Audubon
eagle’s status was Benjamin Franklin. In a letter to a
Society:
friend, Franklin wrote:
The Founding Fathers made an appropriate choice
I wish the bald eagle had not been chosen as the
when they selected the bald eagle as the emblem of
representative of our country; he is a bird of bad moral
the nation. The fierce beauty and proud independence
character; like those among men who live by sharp-
of this great bird aptly symbolizes the strength and
ing and robbing, he is generally poor, and often very
freedom of America. But as latter-day citizens we shall
lousy. The turkey is a much more respectable bird and
fail our trust if we permit the eagle to disappear.
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 My 3 Bikes...and my 3 Lil Ladies
On the left - “Shy-Ann” on my 2002 - 1200 Sportster
Standard. Bought the bike new in 2002 from Waugh Harley-
Davidson in Orange, VA. Sold my coin and paper dollar
collection to get the down payment for the bike and my mom
helped with a co-sign on the loan. The bike is mainly Stock-
Hooker Step Tuned Headers, Carb Re-Jetting, Screaming
Eagle Air Breather Kit, Split Fire Plugs and Competition Plug
Wires, along with a few custom “cosmetic” add ons… It’s my
“stupid bike”. Burn outs, wheelies and bar hopping (in case
I get stopped for DUI, they won’t take away my Wide Glide).
The girl??? That’s my daughter Shy Ann.
  In the middle - “Heather” on my 2000 Dyna Wide Glide.
Bought 6 years ago from Roanoke Harley-Davidson in Roanoke, VA. To my knowledge, the previous owner had most of
the add on accessories put on. The bike had over 50,000 miles on the chassis, but recently had the Big Bore 1550 Kit put
on it and had around 2,500 miles on the engine. All the add ons are Harley and the work was all done by the Harley shop.
Since buying the bike, I’ve totally ran the hell out of it. I’ve had to replace 7 rear drive belts and an unknown number of
rear tires. I’ve taken the narrow belt kit off the rear and put the wider belt on it from a 99 Wide Glide. I’ve had the tranny
rebuilt and put on Python Exhaust. Last summer one of the 3 main bolts holding the Hyper-Charger on, worked loose and
it was sucked in through the intake, passed the valve and was broken in half by the piston, slamming it against the bottom
of the head. It split the piston in half, embedded one half of the bolt into the top of the piston and the other half into the
bottom of the head…what a mess. I found a set of jugs and heads at Greenville Chopper Works in Greenville, VA. Had
the jugs bored out at Edwards Cycles Service in Fincastle, VA., and Allan Brown at V-TWIN Solutions has been putting it
all back together for me for the past couple of years. My buddies, “Big Un” (Dwayne) and “Junior”, had previously been
doing the wrenching for me out of “Juniors” back yard garage and out of the former Greenbrier Valley Cycle Center in
Lewisburg, WV…it’s my main ride and generally goes through 5 or 6 rear tires a summer. I can ride a wheelie on it quite
some ways too. The girl?? That’s my daughter’s buddy, Heather.
  On the right - “Amber” on my 1971 XLCH Chopper. 900CC Iron Head, 4 Speed, Kick only. All stock except for a 0.30
Over Bore on the cylinders done by Edwards Cycle Service and new pistons/rings installed by “Junior” in his backyard ga-
rage in WV. I’ve replaced the kicker shaft and gears, kick arm assembly, ratchet gears, bushings, carb, handlebars, and a
few other changes. Bought the bike from my buddy Tony “Easy Rider” Markland several years ago. I couldn’t afford to pay
for it all at once, so he let me make payments on it and kept it in his basement till I got it paid for. It needs some cosmetic
work, a few bugs worked out, but it’s a hell of a switch after riding the other bikes and the getting on it – with the opposite
side shifter and foot brake, we run into a lot of things with it – buildings, cars, wood piles, etc…The girl?? That’s Amber –
She’s my daughter’s buddy and my son’s girlfriend (sometimes).

All in all I really enjoy my bikes and the friendships that have come
to be, mainly from riding. I have been putting on annual poker runs
for the past 9 years here in my area. This year, the ride will be June
4th on behalf of 2 year old Evan Groves who has Epidermolysis
Bullosa. The ride will be held at Kountry Korners Store, 5409 Potts
Creek Rd, Covington, VA 24426 (Mike Stull’s 9th Annual Good Sa-
maritan Poker Run). Anyone who would like to send t-shirts, hats,
or any other items for door prizes can send them to me at “Mike
Stull, 6205 Potts Creek Rd., Covington, VA 24426 – They would be
greatly appreciated!

L-R Amber - 1971 XLCH, Heather - 2000 Dyna

Wide Glide, Shy-Ann - 2002 1200 Standard
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 By Harley-Davidson
When Kato isn’t designing advanced weaponry and clever gad-
gets, he’s riding his customized Harley-Davidson V-Rod. Sony
Pictures sent us some behind-the-scenes photos of Kato’s cus-
tom V-Rod Muscle from the set. Check out the official movie site
for more info on the film, http://www.greenhornetmovie.com/.
The Green Hornet opens in theaters on January 14th. For more
information on the V-Rod Muscle, visit our website,
http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US/Motorcycles/vrsc.html

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 A
‘WEST COAST
M ERICAN RECREATI ONAL P ROMOTIONS
INVADES TIMONIUM
MOTORCYCLE SHOW
FEBRUARY 11 – 13, 2011
Timonium, MD – Stars from the
Hollywood TV world and the L.A.
bike scene meet their east coast
fans at the Timonium Motorcycle
Show, February 11, 12 and 13 at
the Maryland State Fairgrounds.
Six stars from the Golden Globe
Award winning ‘Sons of Anarchy’ TV
Series along with Arlen Ness, the
undisputed godfather of bike build-
ers, Chica, master bike builder from
Huntington Beach, CA and Michele
Smith, host of Discovery Channel’s
HDT Motorcycle Series, ‘Two Wheel
Thunder’, head up the list of west
coast celebrities.
Parker Brothers from Florida will
feature the Lightcycle from the
Disney movie ‘Tron’, along with the
Batman Batpod and the Green Ma-
chine. They may even drag Eddie
Trotta up with them from the sun-
shine state to be with us!
Hall of fame bike builder, Doug
Keim, the pride of the Jersey Shore,
and Lynchburg’s Randy Simpson,
from Milwaukee Iron are just a few
of the elite builders at this year’s
show.
Over 250 of the east coast’s top
Custom and Antique Bikes will be
on display, along with 100’s of new
bikes featuring the latest products
for 2011 from all the American,
European and Asian motorcycle to www.cycleshow.net to print-out
manufacturers. $5.00 off coupons, good on adult
admission only.
Two wheel enthusiasts can also
check out over 315 of the area’s top Advanced tickets can be purchased
motorcycle aftermarket companies at these Maryland Dealer loca-
featuring riding gear, safety equip- tions…Pete’s Cycle Dealerships,
ment, performance parts, custom Bob’s BMW in Columbia and the
and fabrication services, etc. Harley Davidson Store on Pulaski
Highway in White Marsh. There’s
98 Rock’s ‘Stash’ will broadcast expanded free parking for an addi-
his afternoon show ‘Live’ from the tional 2,000 vehicles. For this year’s
Stage, Friday, February 11th from show, use the Timonium Road
3:00pm – 7:00pm. entrance for best access. This can
single handedly eliminate the traffic
Topping off the excitement are daily issues of past years getting onto the
stage events like the Valentine’s Maryland State Fairgrounds proper-
Day Lingerie Fashion Show featur- ty and of course parking is still free!
ing Playboy Cover Girl, Jessica For more information, call, 410-
Robinson, “Are You Smarter Than 561-7323, visit www.cycleshow.net,
A Hooter’s Girl” contests, Frozen facebook.com/timoniumcycleshow.
T-Shirt contest, 98Rock’s “Bikers
and Babes Newlywed Game and
98Rock’s Famous Tattoo Contest,
TeenB.com Bikini contest, Hooter’s
Wing Eating contest and much
more.
New this year in a separate Exhibi-
tion Hall, the Timonium Motorcycle
Show presents the Used Bike, Parts
and Accessories Super Sale and
Swap Meet. One admission gets
attendance into both buildings.
Show Hours are Friday and Satur-
day, February 11 and 12,
10:00am – 9:00pm and Sunday,
February 13, 10:00am – 6pm. Ad-
mission for Adults is $15.00, Chil-
dren 10-15 years, $5.00 and under
10 are free with a paying adult. Go
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 In today’s overwhelmingly busy society, with ever increas-
ing demands on our personal and professional time, learn-
ing to juggle multiple tasks at once is something we all must
face on a daily basis. While it is not clear whether or not
multitasking is effective or if it costs more time than it saves,
multi-tasking while driving has sparked a national debate
about distracted driving and the latest statistics prove that
not focusing on the road can be deadly.
One of the most widespread forms of distracted driving,
cell phone usage, has some alarming statistics. According
to a Carnegie Mellon study, driving while using a cell phone
reduces the amount of brain activity associated with driving
by 37 percent, and a report from the National Safety Coun-
cil reported that 28 percent of traffic accidents are caused
by people talking on cell phones or sending text messages.
“Stopping distracted driving is a major initiative that we
are undertaking, and one that we believe will make our
roads significantly safer. While there are many forms of
distracted driving, an obvious distraction for most people
is using a cell phone while driving,” said LaHood. “We are
working with states across the nation to pass legislation that
authorizes law enforcement to stop and cite drivers who are
texting while driving—one of the most dangerous forms of
distracted driving.”
Texting is of heightened concern because it combines
three types of distraction – visual, taking the eyes off the
road; manual, taking the hands off the wheel; and cognitive,
taking the mind off the road. According to the Insurance
Institute for Highway Safety, drivers who use hand-held
devices are four times as likely to get into crashes serious
enough to injure themselves.
While cell phones are a major focus of the distracted driv-
ing campaign, the National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis-
tration (NHTSA) is encouraging people not to do any other
task while driving, as distracted driving is any non-driving
activity a person engages in that has the potential to distract
him or her from the primary task of driving and increases
the risk of crashing. This can include using a cell phone,
eating and drinking, grooming, tuning the radio or even talk-
ing to passengers.
In 2009, nearly 5,500 people lost their lives and almost
450,000 people were injured in police-reported crashes in
which at least one form of driver distraction was reported on
the police crash report.
To tackle this ever-increasing problem, NHTSA is focus-
ing on ways to change the behavior of drivers through
legislation, enforcement, public awareness and education—
the same tactics that have curbed drinking and driving and
increased seat belt use.
“Decades of experience with drunk driving and getting
people to buckle up has taught us it takes a consistent com-
bination of education, effective enforcement, a committed
judiciary and collective efforts by local, state and national
advocates to put a dent in the problem,” said LaHood.
NHTSA’s message is simple—“Put It Down”; and it’s one
that isn’t going to go away anytime in the near future. With
supporters ranging from President Obama to Oprah and
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legislation passing across the nation to discourage distract-
ed driving, drivers will hopefully get the message loud and
clear, just like with the drunk driving and seatbelt campaigns
that have helped make the roads safer.
So the next time you are pressed for time, and you
consider multitasking while you’re driving, remember that
the best multitasker knows that some things require your
undivided attention, and you must know when you should
put other things aside and focus your energy on the task at
hand. Driving is definitely one of those times.
DISTRACTED DRIVING
At the U.S. Department of Transportation, we heard Ameri-
ca’s call to end the dangerous practice of distracted driving
on our nation’s roadways. Distracted driving is a serious,
life-threatening practice and we will not rest until we stop it.
We are leading the effort but you are the key to preventing
distracted driving. The message is simple – Put it down!
We will work across the spectrum with private and public
entities as well as advocacy groups to tackle distracted driv-
ing, and, we will lead by example. We have taken first steps
-- The President’s Executive Order has established a new
way to approach driving – by putting your device down and
paying attention to the task at hand.
Internally, the department’s agencies are already working
together to share knowledge and promote a greater under-
standing of the issue, and identify additional strategies to
end distracted driving.
What Is Distracted Driving?
There are three main types of distraction:
• Visual — taking your eyes off the road
• Manual — taking your hands off the wheel
• Cognitive — taking your mind off what you’re doing
Distracted driving is any non-driving activity a person en-
gages in that has the potential to distract him or her from
the primary task of driving and increase the risk of crashing.
While all distractions can endanger drivers’ safety, texting
is the most alarming because it involves all three types of
distraction.
Other distracting activities include:
• Using a cell phone
• Eating and drinking
• Talking to passengers
• Grooming
• Reading, including maps
• Using a PDA or navigation system
• Watching a video
• Changing the radio station, CD, or Mp3 player.

Did You Know?

Freewheeling
Research on distracted driving reveals some surprising facts:
• 20 percent of injury crashes in 2009 involved reports of
distracted driving. (NHTSA).
•Of those killed in distracted-driving-related crashed, 995
involved reports of a cell phone as a distraction (18% of
fatalities in distraction-related crashes). (NHTSA) The Official Newsletter of Virginia’s
• In 2009, 5,474 people were killed in U.S. roadways and First Motorcyclists’ Rights Organization
an estimated additional 448,000 were injured in motor ve-
hicle crashes that were reported to have involved distracted www.abateva.org
driving. (FARS and GES)
• The age group with the greatest proportion of distracted
drivers was the under-20 age group – 16 percent of all driv- Any Biker Friendly Business that offers a 10%
ers younger than 20 involved in fatal crashes were reported
to have been distracted while driving. (NHTSA) discount to ABATE of VA members, will get a free
• Drivers who use hand-held devices are four times as like- business card size ad in every Freewheelin’ issue.
ly to get into crashes serious enough to injure themselves.
(Source: Insurance Institute for Highway Safety)
• Using a cell phone use while driving, whether it’s hand-
held or hands-free, delays a driver’s reactions as much as
having a blood alcohol concentration at the legal limit of .08
percent. (Source: University of Utah)

THE LAW
Primary law prohibits ALL types of drivers from using hand-
held cell phones while driving. A primary law means that an
officer can ticket the driver for the offense without any other
traffic offense taking place.
Secondary law bans text messaging for ALL types of driv-
ers. A secondary law means an officer can only give you a
ticket if you have been pulled over for another driving viola-
tion (ie: Hand-held cell phone use).

Virginia
• Ban on all cell phone use (handheld and hands-free) for
bus drivers (Primary law)
• Ban on all cell phone use (handheld and hands-free) for
novice drivers (Primary law)
• Ban on texting for all drivers (Secondary law; Primary
law for bus drivers)
Note: Viriginia defines novice drivers as all drivers under the
age of 18.
Virginia Beach Biketoberfest
Last Year’s 2nd Annual Biketoberfest, held at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront brought a spectacular display of mo-
torcycles and their “Rolling works of art.” This 2 day event sponsored by The Bestwestern Oceanfront, included
entertainment, 24 vendors, scenic bike ride, an after party, a Parade of Bikes and Blessings of the Bikes held
on Sunday. This event was promoted, produced and professionally Judged by G.S. Grifana Carshows, Inc for
the purpose of raising funds for The Children’s Performance Workshops against Child Abuse, an Emmy Award
winning marionette program that teaches elementary school children how to recognize, avoid, and report sexual
abuse and bullying. All proceeds benefited the program, and we are proud to announce that this event will take
place again this October in 2011, bringing bike enthusiasts and their supporters back to the beach.

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ABATE of Virginia
welcomes all riders to join in the fight to protect your rights. No matter what you ride, we
want YOU! For more information contact Sharon Keaton at 540-937-3924 or CulpeperSharon@
Gmail.com. Stay on top of the latest ABATE news and events by visiting www.ABATEofVA.com.
ABATE Coalfield Riders Chapter ( Grundy , VA ) meets 7PM every 2nd Saturday at Caleb
& Melissa's garage, Deel Fork, Grundy , VA 24614-9600 . Everyone Welcome. For more
information contact Steve Stacy at 276-935-2484 or SStacy@eqt.com
ABATE Culpeper Chapter ( Culpeper , VA )
meets 7PM every 2nd Thursday at Hazel River Pub, 105 E Davis St, Culpeper , VA 22701.
Everyone Welcome. For more information contact Tim Dalman at 540-219-6366 or
TimDalman@comcast.net
ABATE 1st Capitol Chapter meets the 1st Sunday of every month at the Williamsburg
Moose Lodge (5429 Richmond Road, Williamsburg, VA 23188) NOT at Beachcombers in
Yorktown.
Christian Motorcyclist Association Northern Virginia Chapter 348 www.nvcrcma.com
NVCR meets 3rd Sat each month @ Old Country Buffet in Manassas @ 9:00 am, President
– Rick Saunders, nvcrmail@msn.com Richmond, Va. 23230. Mike Walton, President (804)
514-9123 meetings come out and ride with us anyway. It’s not about the meetings. For more
information on meetings or rides please contact our chapter president, Mark Johnson, at
president@star440.org or go the www.star440.org
Moose Riders District 8
Meetings 1st Monday of Month. Contact Bubba @ 804-691-7671. Email: kimandbubba1@
verizon.net or Jeff @ 804-892-3346 Email: hawgdawgrose@wmconnect.com
Road Wench East Coast
Women’s Motorcycle Club in Northern Virginia
Website: http://roadwenchmc.com/   
Facebook : http://www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=100000803818092

ABATE Iron Horse Calvary Chapter ( Lynchburg , VA) meets 7PM every 1st Tuesday at
Mary Jane's Café, 826 Kemper St, Lynchburg , VA 24502-3250. Everyone Welcome. For
more information contact Tronco at 434-993-3197 or EvoTronco1@wmconnect.com
ABATE Lonesome Pine Chapter (Wise, VA)
meets 6:30PM every 1st Tuesday at Mosby's Restaurant, 205 Ridgeview Rd, Wise , VA
24293. Everyone Welcome. For more information contact Shag Mead at 276-565-4541 or
ShageDawg@hotmail.com
ABATE Mason-Dixon Chapter ( Fairfax , VA )
meets 8PM every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at John's Place, 11104 Lee Hwy, Fairfax , VA 22030-
5005. Everyone Welcome. For more information contact Bob Seoane at 703-206-0571or
NightTommy2@yahoo.com
ABATE Olde Dominion Chapter ( Falls Church , VA )
meets 8PM every 1st Monday at JVs Restaurant, 6666 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church , VA
22042-2145. Everyone Welcome. For more information contact Tank Fortner at 703-309-7197
or KeviRF80@aol.com
ABATE River City Chapter ( Richmond , VA )
'No meetings, just action!' For more information contact Steve Skeens at 804-389-8293 or
HawgSke@msn.com
ABATE Virginia Cruisers Chapter ( Hampton , VA )
meets 1PM every 1st Sunday at Mugzy's Grill, 1312 E. Pembroke Ave, Hampton, VA.
Everyone welcome. For more information contact Pete Bulgart at 757-870-1517 or John at
abateregion3@yahoo.com.
AMBASSADORS FOR JESUS CHRIST MOTORCYCLE MINISTRY  (Virginia Chapter)
 Do you have a love for the lost and a passion for motorcycles?  Then the Ambassadors for
JESUS CHRIST may be for you. We meet the 4th Saturday of each month (except Nov and
Dec) at the Major Hillard Library 824 Old George Washington Hwy N  Chesapeake Va at
10am-12pm.  For more information contact: Sean “Bronx” 757-338-1974, or Eric “Holyman”
TAMA – Tidewater Albemarle Motorcycle Association. ALL clubs or any organization
that hosts rides/events are welcome to attend. Come out & meet some good people
from all around the area. We’re all working together so that each one our rides/events
can be scheduled not to conflict with others & then we can all have a successful turnout.
Our meetings are held @ 7pm on the 3rd Thursday of every month (except December).
Beginning January 20th, 2011, meetings will be held at Mary Jaynes Lazy Horse, 565 Cedar
Rd, Chesapeake, VA23322.
The Sons of God Motorcycle Club Ministry® made up of Christian Bikers who
share a vision of spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ with other bikers.
We hold bible study every Monday evening. For more information call TJ
(757) 819-3362, Thing (757) 621-4891 or Grape Ape (757) 831-1294. or visit
our website at www.sonsofgodmc.org
Veterans First, Inc. Chapter 1 Richmond, VA- Non-profit org. whose mission is to assist our
homeless veterans back into the mainstream of daily living. Meetings are held every 2nd
Sunday of the month at 12:00 pm, VFW Post 6364, 6502 Dickens Place, Henrico, VA. www.
veteransfirstinc.org Tigger Mabry, Founder (804) 305-1953.
Virginia Freedom Riders - Riders Against Constitutional Erosion (VFR-R.A.C.E.) exists
as a grassroots State Motorcycle Rights Organization (SMRO) dedicated to protecting and
restoring motorcyclists personal freedoms, liberties and individual rights. email: membership@
vfr-race.com. Website:vfr-race.com
Warriors of Christ Motorcycle Ministry. 4218 Old Hundred Rd. Chester, VA. 23831.
Pastor Ron Walton – Phone (804) 335-5025. Meets every Sunday @6pm and Tuesday
@7pm. Visit us on Facebook - www.facebook.com/warriors of christ

Biker
757-237-6018, or www.ambassadorsecmm.org

Beacons/Christian Motorcycle Association - Meetings: 2nd Monday of each month,

Piccadilly Cafeteria, Military Hwy, 6-8 PM. Monthly ride: 4th Saturday of each month, depart
from Shoney’s on Indian River Rd. Check our website for ride times and more information:
http://cmaner5.org/VA/BEACONSOFTIDEWATER or contact President Lenny Stowell at (757)

Pals
420-4411 or lenandtwogirls@yahoo.com

Brothers In Arms MC
The Brothers In Arms MC was formed to support the members of our armed forces, past and
present, create a camaraderie between like-minded men and women from those services,
share in our love of motorcycling and support veteran charities and causes. The Yorktown
Chapter usually meets on the third Sunday of the month at various locations in the Yorktown
area. The Brothers In Arms MC is a neutral, non-territorial club. For more information about
the club and contact links, visit the chapter web site at www.biamc-yorktown.com.

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 We wish you all safe travels to & from wherever your journeys may take you
this riding season. Hope to see you on the road somewhere, sometime soon.
Enjoy your ride & be safe!
The Crew at Thunder Roads Virginia
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 White Trash Repairs –
White Trash Repairs is your one stop shop for some good
ole, git r’ done ingenuity. See more of these ingenious
ideas at www.whitetrashrepairs.com
Keep it going… The submitter wrote: “Picture of my dad keeping the
burn pile burning with the leaf blower.” Yikes I hope the leaf blower
doesn’t blow to hard. Careful Dad!
Poor Mans Jack So how many rednecks does it take to jack up a car?
I know that question has you stumped… me too! OK seriously like the
skinny guy in the middle is really helping?
Bubbas window repairs The submitter wrote: “Window seal on car is
apparently broken, lets fix it with some neon green swimming noodles.” I
agree I say if you’re going to do this go with neon!
5 Pencils and 3 rubber bands So what can you make with 5 pencils and 3
rubber bands? I iphone holder. OK fess up how many are digging in their junk
drawers looking for pencils and rubber bands now? (If you are send pics )
Raggin’ The submitter wrote: “Here is a Fix of My friends Windshield Wiper. It is
an old rag under the wiper arm. He is too lazy to pay $5 and get a new blade.”
“LIVE FAST”
Harley Davidson Inspired Art Group Show
Harley-Davidsons invoke many different warm and satisfy-
ing feelings for different people. That’s because Harleys
are like snowflakes of self-expression. No one Harley
is alike because no rider is alike. From custom paint to
chrome and exhaust, Harleys are moving art.  “Live Fast”
is an exhibit that will take this idea one step further. The
artists in this show are inspired by these beautiful yet
functional machines. Dave Letterfly will also show us a
traditional form of motorcycle art- pinstriping.  This art form
that was made popular in the 50’s Custom Culture and its
influences on contemporary customs are still observed
today.  Please join us as we celebrate Harleys through the
eyes of these artists and show you many different takes
on what makes these motorcycles great.
Opening Reception
Saturday, February 26th, from 5pm – 8pm
With special guest appearance by the infamous artist
“Letterfly” who will demonstrate traditional “old school”
pinstriping.
Open to the public exhibit
Sunday, February 27th, from 11am – 5pm
Patriot University Seminar “Rolling Art,…Why a Mural?”
with Letterfly Sunday, February 27th, at 1 PM at Patriot H-D
Location:
Patriot Harley-Davidson
9739 Fairfax Blvd Fairfax VA 22031
Show end date: February 27th
The event is FREE but RSVP required for entrance
RSVP to Livefast@artwhino.com
One Man Show Starting as a con-
versation in the park-
ing lot two years ago,
after one of the many
events where pinstrip-
ing take place as a
value added attraction
for yet another Harley
Davidson dealership,
the idea was being
kicked around for an-
other reason to invite
the community to the
store.
“Why not have an
art show” I suggested.
In the back of my
mind is the goal of any
artist and that is a gallery show of a collection of com-
pleted works. I remember in the decades past, because
all my finished work was airbrushed murals on motor
homes, the appearance of such a show would have to
resemble the circling of the wagons like the pioneers did.
An art show of that genre of work does occasionally take
place, even to this day, whenever motor homes gather
for a rally.
As the resident artist at Lazydays, I had been encour-
aged to begin a collection of painted works. I began
creating canvas and painted panels that had a variety of
images on them to showcase the repertoire, that expand-
ed as the years go by, that when on display would give
the artist presence at the dealership. Signs that comprise
the timeless techniques of the traditional tradesman
include examples of gilding, hand lettering and brush
painted effects of all sorts. Cartoons from an era of
providing humor to various newsletters and publications
have accumulated over the years, along with paintings
created at “Plein Aire” workshop retreats. To celebrate
a fleeting role as a teenage bagpipe player for circus
ballyhoo, a canvas side show banner is part of my col-
lection along with the cardboard platens with overlapping
shadowy images left from creating hundreds of designs
during the seventies as a T-shirt artist at state and county
fairs. Photographs of myself with several of the perform-
ing horses trained over the past three decades to dance
the classical horsemanship known as “Haute Ecole” are
also included.
Clearly the star of the show will be the multitude of
painted panels that sport the variety of pinstripe designs
that have evolved and that are created ongoingly during
the thirty plus year career of the artist. Design sense is
experimented with on these decorative panels that are
the result of many hours of quiet, exploratory experimen-
tation used to get “dialed in” prior to a show or to while-a-
way the time at my home in Florida .
The delicate nature of the hand painted pinline design
is the result of years of practice and developing finesse
with the ungainly, specialized brush. The creation of each
motif is an exercise in playful meditation where I open
up to possibilities as each stroke occurs, only to discover
the intention as the last connecting stroke is made. The
collection of hand painted artwork, photographs, posters,
signs, cartoons and painted panels with intricate pinline
designs showcase the varied and interesting career of the
artist/entertainer. Many designs have electrical qualities
with an ever present energy as the circuitous lines are con-
nected, overlapped, mirrored and finally become ready for
you to contemplate.
The conversation about this never-been-done-before
gallery event resumed during Memorial Day Weekend last
year when Letterfly was at Patriot Harley-Davidson for
the annual “Ride of the Patriots.” Options were discussed
along with plans for handling this as a cutting edge cultural
experience with a reason to attract folks that have never
been in a motorcycle store to the event to enjoy the spe-
cific genre of art that is typical to the motorcycle culture. In
September a conference call brought many left-over details
to the forefront and provided a positive indication that what
was once a dream, would soon become reality.
When I get home from the seven month tour of Harley
stores nationwide, I enjoy being reunited with the quiet oak
hammock that is home. I went to the stack of painted pan-
els that have accumulated over the years, and added the
panels that I worked on during the tour. Then I began with
a plan to matt and hang the pieces for the show.
Prior to Christmas time the clinching conversation took
place, a gallery owner is going to help, a date has been
set and a plan is underway. The energy at my house in-
creased, Mike is photographically documenting each piece.
Wendy is getting the essays I write to the marketing team
in Virginia and Mary is creating a list of creative names for
the plethora of panels of pinstripe art.
You are invited to attend the Living Fast Art Show at
Patriot Harley-Davidson in Fairfax , Virginia on February
26 & 27. Prior to the date Mike and I will load the car piled
high with art and drive north, arriving in time to hang the
work on Friday prior to the opening reception on Saturday.
A demonstration of pinstriping will take place as an enter-
taining portion of the opening festivities on Saturday and
a special seminar “Rolling Art,…Why a Mural?” is set for
Sunday.
You are invited to come and enjoy the first ever gallery
show of Letterfly artwork and memorabilia and for those
of you too far away to attend, a website is underway that
will have all the artwork on it for you to enjoy and at some
point, perhaps even become able to order prints of all the
pieces. Make sure to tell your friends.
Be Good, Be Well and Live Lite, Your Friend,
Dave “Letterfly” Knoderer
LetterflyPinstriping.com 813 505 5539 Letterfly@aol.
com
Visit Letterfly at one of these locations in & around Virginia:
“One Man Art Show and Reception with the Artist” Patriot
Harley-Davidson Fairfax, Virginia February 18-19, 2011
“9th Annual Outer Banks Bike Week” Outer Banks Harley-
Davidson Harbinger, North Carolina April 16-24, 2011
 “Rolling Thunder” Patriot Harley-Davidson, Fairfax , Vir-
ginia , Memorial Day Weekend May 27-28, 2011
Australian Medical Association researchers have found that
patients needing blood transfusions may benefit from receiving
chicken blood rather than human blood. It tends to make the
men cocky and the women lay better.
The boss of a Madison Avenue advertising agency called a spon-
taneous staff meeting in the middle of a particularly stressful
week. (This is one pretty sharp boss!) When everyone gathered,
the boss, who understood the benefits of having fun, told the
burnt out staff the purpose of the meeting was to have a quick
contest. The theme: Viagra advertising slogans. The only rule
was they had to use past ad slogans, originally written for other
products that captured the essence of Viagra. Slight variations
were acceptable. About 7 minutes later, they turned in their
suggestions and created a Top 10 List.. With all the laughter and
camaraderie, the rest of the week went very well for everyone!
The top 10 were:
10. Viagra, Whaazzzz up!
9. Viagra, The quicker pecker picker upper.
8. Viagra, like a rock !
7. Viagra, When it absolutely, positively has to be there over-
night.
6. Viagra , Be all that you can be.
5. Viagra, Reach out and touch someone.
4. Viagra, Strong enough for a man, but made for a woman.
3. Viagra, Home of the whopper!
2. Viagra, We bring good things to Life!
And the unanimous #1 slogan:
1. This is your peepee... This is your peepee on drugs.
My friend at work likes her suggestion: The Hoover Vacuum slo-
gan: “Put the power of an upright in your hand”!
Little Johnny was sitting in class one day. All of the sudden, he
needed to go to the bathroom. He yelled out,”Miss Jones, I
need to take a piss!!” The teacher replied, “Now, Johnny, that is
NOT the proper word to use in this situation. The correct word
you want to use is ‘urinate.’ Please use the word ‘urinate’ in a
sentence correctly, and I will allow you to go.” Little Johnny thinks
for a bit, then says, “You’re an eight, but if you had bigger “jugs”,
you’d be a ten!!!”
Two little boys are fighting in the school yard. One yells
out; “Yo mama’s so stupid she sits on the TV and watches the
couch! To which the other little boy calmly replies: Yo mama’s so
stupid that she thought Boyz II Men was a day care center.
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There is a factory in Northern Minnesota which makes the Tickle
Me Elmo toys. The toy laughs when you tickle it under the arms.
Well, Lena, an adorable but scatter-brain, is hired at The Tickle
Me Elmo factory and she reports for her first day promptly at
8:00 am. The next day at 8:45 am there is a knock at the Person-
nel Manager’s door.. The Foreman throws open the door and
begins to rant about the new Employee.. He complains that she
is incredibly slow and the whole line is backing up, putting the
entire production line behind schedule. The Personnel Manager
decides he should see this for himself, so the 2 men march down
to the factory floor. When they get there the line is so backed
up that there are Tickle Me Elmo’s all over the factory floor and
they’re really beginning to pile up. At the end of the line stands
Lena surrounded by mountains of Tickle Me Elmo’s. She has a
roll of plush Red fabric and a huge bag of small marbles. The
2 men watch in amazement as she cuts a little piece of fabric,
wraps it around two marbles and begins to carefully sew the little
package between Elmo’s legs. The Personnel Manager bursts
into laughter. After several minutes of hysterics he pulls himself
together and approaches Lena . ‘I’m sorry,’ he says to her, barely
able to keep a straight face, ‘but I think you misunderstood the
instructions I gave you yesterday....’‘Your job is to give Elmo two
TEST tickles.
A minister parked his car in a no-parking zone in a large city
because he was short of time and couldn’t find a space with a
meter. Then he put a note under the windshield wiper that read:
‘I have circled the block 10 times. If I don’t park here, I’ll miss my
appointment. Forgive us our trespasses.’ When he returned, he
found a citation from a police officer along with this note ‘I’ve
circled this block for 10 years. If I don’t give you a ticket I’ll lose
my job. Lead us not into temptation.’
Well, I lost the Trivia Contest at our Christian Game Night Party
last night by 1 point. Not only got the last question wrong, but
was immediately asked to leave. The question was: “Where do
women have the curliest hair?” Apparently the correct answer is
Fiji.
Happy Valentine’s Day to all you sexy gals and guys in leather. Re-
member fellas.....if you want to get a little”, you dang sure gotta’
give a little. Tit for Tat......and dat’s that.
 Get into a higher spiritual gear!
17011 Courthouse Hwy., Isle of Wight County, VA

Hangaround (social) time:

begins at 10 a.m. on Sundays, free donuts & coffee

Worship service: 11 a.m. on Sundays

music by Christian rock band Stronghold

learn more online: www.libertybikerchurch.com

or call Jim at 1-757-376-3612

If you aren’t familiar with our magazine, here’s a little bit about us:
Now, in our 9th year on the road in 2011, Thunder Roads has been supporting Virginia’s motorcycle communities, reaching
approximately 45K readers each month, in print & online. This has only been made possible by the wonderful businesses
that advertise with us. Their advertising dollars pay for the entire production & distribution of our magazine each & every
month of the year. Our print magazine is an all gloss/all color publication, distributed monthly in biker friendly businesses
& events throughout the great state of Virginia. All of our articles & pictures are contributed by our staff, readers, freelance
writers & other reliable sources. You can also read each of our issues on our website www.thunderroads-virginia.com. Yes,
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LOVE is being together on a bike ride

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Holding Charity Events
If you’re holding an event, choose a worthwhile & legitimate charity to raise money for.
Gather your team – choosing helpful, reliable people is a big key to holding a successful event. Invite cars & bikes. You’ll
have a bigger attendance. You’ll need venues to hold registration for a starting point, stops & an ending point. Select a
trustworthy person to account for all the money that is to be spent & that is collected for your event. Pick a date & get
the word out!...emails, flyers, postcards, ads, radio, people. Some avenues of advertising may be able to donate their
assistance for your event, in whole or in part. If there are costs involved, ask your sponsors if they would be willing to
contribute to helping you pay for advertising such as flyers, radio announcements etc.. Figure out the total of what it will
cost, then ask each sponsor to donate a fair portion. The ending location, which is where you’ll spend the most time for
the event after the ride, ask if they would be willing to help your charity in any way. Some places donate 10% or more of
the proceeds from their bar & food sales for the duration of the event – you’re helping them make money by holding your
event at their place so by them kicking in a little, sure would help your charity.

Some things to remember for holding a successful event

- Plan way ahead! 8 to 12 months ahead is not too early to get things started.
- Keep your registration fees & prices fair.
- Choose a decent time for your event. Starting too early in the day may deter people. For many, Saturdays &
Sundays are their only days to sleep in (or recover from the night before).
- Advertise through distributing flyers, emails, web postings (facebook, online event calendars etc..), ads in
motorcycle magazines – ask sponsors to contribute to costs.
- Post your event in every motorcycle event calendar that you can find, in print & online. Most calendar event
listings are free.
- Choose activities or entertainment that will keep people at your event. Live music or a DJ will keep things
rocking most of them time. Celebrities or public figures that folks would love to see & talk with in person
bring a nice crowd to charity event. If things start to get boring or drawn out, people will leave, even if there
are great prizes at the end.
- Have great prizes donated – nothing draws a big crowd more than cool prizes & cash
rewards.
- Appoint an honest & reliable treasurer & even appoint a co-treasurer for a “double check” of your event
finances. You want to make sure that the money that you’re raising goes to the charity & not in someone’s
pocket!

ATTENTION EVENT COORDINATORS

RESERVE YOUR 2011 EVENTS DATE ASAP!!!
We can’t stress enough how important it is to get your events listed as quickly as possible. Every year we see mul-
tiple events scheduled on the same date or same weekend, within the same region. On the other hand, we noticed
many weekends had absolutely nothing going on at all. We found out, through reliable sources, that in some cases,
events were purposely scheduled on the date of another event. Holding charity events to raise money for a cause
is one of the oldest traditions of the motorcycle community…it’s what we do. It’s sad to know that in some cases it
has turned into a competition of sorts, to see who can pull in the most attendance on a date that multiple events are
scheduled….one or all of those events (charities) lost out in one form or another. When selecting a date for your
charity event, we highly encourage you to check & double check our calendar, as well as others & reserve your date
as far in advance as possible. It’s never too early to reserve your date & please choose a day that nothing else is go-
ing within your area if possible. This allows other event coordinators to hopefully choose a date that is open.

If you’ve selected a date to hold your event in 2011 already, at least get it on our calendar now & you can add more
information later. It’s FREE & easy to do. Just got to the Events page of our website www.thunderroads-virginia.com
& submit it. Event info MUST be in our online calendar in order for us to get it into the print magazine. If submitted
by the 15th of the month, it will appear in the next month’s print magazine. Please include as much info as possible
such as: date, name of event, street address, city/state, times, cost, contact person, phone/email. Our event listings
are free for basic information but if you would like to place an actual ad for your event, we have special advertising
rates available, along with free ad design, exclusively for “Charity” events. Email kelly@thunderroads-virginia.com
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MOTORCYCLE-RIDING CONGRESSWOMAN SHOT
In what has been described as a national tragedy, a deranged
gunman opened fire during a public meeting with constitu-
ents by Arizona Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords outside a
Tucson supermarket on January 8 that left six dead and more
than a dozen injured including the state rep who was critically
injured with a bullet wound to the head. Giffords, 40, rides
motorcycles and married an astronaut at a wedding where ev-
erything had to be biodegradable. She is a centrist three-term
Democrat who champions gun rights, lists fiscal discipline as
one of her top issues and was re-elected in a conservative
district when Republicans took control of the House. Before
entering politics she ran the family tire business, which was
founded by her grandfather in 1949. Perhaps growing up in
an auto-focused family led to her love of motorcycles. She
is a co-chair of the Congressional Motorcycle Caucus with
Republican Walt Jones of North Carolina. In 2009 Rep. Gif-
fords taped a video message encouraging people to ride their
motorcycles to work, saying that she likes to ride motorcycles,
but also likes that they leave a smaller carbon footprint than
cars. She also sided with motorcycle riders who favor state
legislation to ride helmet-free, as she does.Though early
reports suggested Giffords was fatally shot, she miraculously
survived being shot point-blank through the brain and her
doctors are optimistic about her chances of recovery. The
thoughts and prayers of America’s motorcycling community
are with her and the other victims of this tragic assault.
NEW YEAR, NEW LAWS
The New Year rang in several new laws across the country
affecting the motorcycle riding community, including the oner-
ous new California anti-noise law that requires EPA-labeling
for motorcycle exhausts on bikes built after 2012. Other less
volatile laws also took effect on January 1st, including another
California law that requires would-be motorcyclists under 21
to complete an approved safety course before an applicant
can receive an instruction permit to learn to ride. California
lawmakers also passed a law to curb motorcycle thefts by
outlawing possession of so-called “pigtails” which are home-
made ignitions that allow a crook to start a motorcycle in as
little as 20 seconds. Previously, burglary tools for the purpose
of breaking into or stealing a vehicle other than a motorcycle
were prohibited. Several states have recently enacted legisla-
tion requiring the completion of a motorcycle training course
before being issued a motorcycle license endorsement, and
this year Connecticut and North Carolina join the growing list
of states tightening restrictions on motorcycle licensure for
newbie riders. In Oregon, a new training requirement went
into effect to mandate safety classes for new motorcyclists
under the age of 30, and the law will expand over the next
few years to include all new riders regardless of age. Already
in the works for 2011, state legislatures are considering new
laws to ban passengers under 8 years old in Virginia (House
Bill 1850), allow Sunday motorcycle sales in Indiana (Senate
Bill 108), and calls for a helmet law in Kentucky (House Bill
163). In Nebraska, Legislative Bill 62 has been filed to allow
adult riders to opt out of the state’s mandatory helmet law with
the completion of an approved motorcycle safety course.
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EUROPEAN COMMISSION ADVOCATES MANDATORY
ABS FOR MOTORCYCLES A European Union Commission
has presented its proposal for new framework regulation for
motorcycles. It plans to mandate anti-lock braking systems
(ABS) for motorcycles with more than 125cc displacement
from 2017 onwards. Although the first anti-lock braking
system was installed on a motorcycle in 1988, only 16% of all
newly manufactured motorcycles in Europe were equipped
with ABS, and by comparison car manufacturers have made
ABS standard equipment since 2004 which has contributed
to a 49% overall decline in fatal car accidents in the EU.
Experts regard anti-lock braking as a huge boost to safety.
For example, a benefit analysis conducted for the European
Commission calculates that the proposed regulation would
reduce the number of fatal motorcycle accidents by more than
5,000 over a 10-year period. A study presented by Vagverket,
the Swedish highways authority, in October 2009 showed
that 38% of all motorcycle accidents involving personal injury
and 48% of all serious and fatal accidents, could have been
prevented with ABS. This active safety system allows mo-
torcyclists to brake safely in critical situations without locking
the wheels, and thus without having to fear an inevitable fall.
Braking distance is also significantly reduced. The proposal
is currently passing through the EU legislative procedure but
will likely be adopted next year. The regulation will come into
effect from 2017. In the U.S., the National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration has considered requiring ABS on new
motorcycles sold in America, and will likely take up the issue
in the near future.
ECONOMIC UPTICK HAS AMERICANS BUYING LEISURE
PRODUCTS AGAIN People are buying expensive leisure
products again, after they held back during the recession. A
new report from Milwaukee’s Robert W. Baird and Company
said motorcycle sales fell by half during the downturn, and
ATV sales were just 30% of what they used to be. But Baird
analyst Craig Kennison says many consumers now have a
brighter outlook, in spite of high unemployment and a housing
market that continues to be depressed. He said inventories
for new leisure items are low, and there’s a strong demand for
used goods. Kennison said Milwaukee’s Harley-Davidson Mo-
tor Co. slashed its production during the recession - and that
drove up the prices for used bikes. But now, he says more
folks are buying new Harleys with the help of trade-ins. And
while it’s hard to prove, Kennison expects the same trend for
cars, RV’s, and other big ticket items. He also said consum-
ers are more confident about their personal wealth, especially
after the Bush tax cuts were extended. Had Congress not
acted this month, Kennison said it might have been a disaster
for discretionary spending.
SURVEY SAYS; AGE UP, QUALITY DOWN
Bikers are getting older and they spend more at a motorcycle
dealership they are happy with, according to a new ownership
survey recently released by J.D. Power and Associates. J.D.
Power’s 13th annual U.S. Motorcycle Competitive Informa-
tion Study also reveals that motorcycle quality has dipped
to 2008 levels, with 152 problems reported per 100 motor-
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cycles (PPM) -- an increase of 29 PPM. One half of owners
surveyed reported that most of those problems (44%) are
engine related, and the study suggests that gearshift prob-
lems, clutch chatter, and insufficient engine power have the
greatest impact on overall satisfaction. The study cites a few
no-brainers, like the fact that “Sales volumes and revenue of
ancillary goods and services tend to be considerably higher
-- by an average of $957 -- at motorcycle dealerships that
provide a highly satisfying experience vs. dealerships that do
not.” But the causal relationship between customer satisfac-
tion and dollars spent is less ominous than their findings that
the average rider age has risen from 40 to 49 since 2001,
“an indication that many owners may soon exit the market”...
combined with the study’s findings that first-time motorcycle
buyers are on the decline, makes it all the more imperative
that the motorcycle industry seeks to capture the interest of
younger riders who might consider buying their first bike.
FEWER BUSINESSES SELLING MOTORCYCLES, PARTS
& ACCESSORIES There are 10,428 retail outlets in the
United States that conduct business related to motorcycles,
scooters or ATVs, down by more than 25% from 13,973 such
businesses in 2009, according to the Motorcycle Industry
Council. These were the principle findings of the MIC 2010
Retail Outlet Audit, a summary of which the council sent to
its members this week. The audit was completed in Decem-
ber 2010. The report broke down the total by the number of
retailers that sell new major-brand vehicles -- 5,134, or 49.2%
-- and the number of retailers not selling new vehicles, but
specializing in parts, accessories, apparel, used vehicles or
service: 5,294, or 50.8%. The MIC conducted its research by
collecting information from all the manufacturers above, as
well as from the trade magazines Dealernews and Motorcycle
Product News. Because the study’s sources vary from year
to year, the MIC warns that comparisons with previous years
are subject to “considerable error.” The report further indicates
that 58.8% of the new vehicle retail outlets carry only one of
the 13 major brands. Slightly less than one-fifth are dual-line
outlets, and 21.9% carry three or more of the major brands.
The total number of franchises distributed among the 5,134
new vehicle outlets declined 5.6% to 9,182 from 9,731 in
2009.
NO BONES ABOUT IT
Most “experts” agree that riding motorcycles helps you to
FEEL younger, but can riding actually make your body health-
ier and more youthful? A recent Medical College of Georgia
study found that; “A daily dose of whole body vibration may
help reduce the usual bone density loss that occurs with age,”
on top of improving muscle strength and promoting weight
loss... so it would appear that pulsating power from a motor-
cycle engine and the rumble of the open road will help aging
bones get stronger. The extrapolation isn’t entirely far-fetched,
and may lead to a healthy new excuse to ride; “Honey, I’m
taking my exer-cycle for a workout.”
WEIRD NEWS: CANADIAN BIKERS OUTRAGED OVER
GOVERNMENT SPYING Motorcycle operators in Quebec
are outraged that the province’s automobile insurance board
hired a private PR firm “to spy on us” and gather information
about the group. The insurance board decided to monitor the
group of motorcyclists earlier this year after learning that a
coalition of angry owners had been formed to fight huge insur-
ance rate hikes. The public relations firm National was grant-
ed a contract to investigate the activities of the Front Commun
Motocycliste, which had set up kiosks at a Quebec City mo-
torcycle show. “They give the impression of being organized,
documented and especially very motivated,” the firm stated in
its two-page report after observing the group at the bike show.
The report stated that the motorcycle owners were “dynamic
and aggressive in their approach” with visitors. Members of
the group were appalled to learn that the government would
pay a private firm to monitor their activities. “We are outraged,
flabbergasted and scandalized to learn that taxpayers’ money
was used to spy on us. We are average taxpayers. We aren’t
al-Qaeda,” said Éric Lessard, spokesman for the group. “The
government is showing complete contempt for motorcycle
owners.” The board denied spying on the group, telling the
Globe and Mail newspaper that “There was a lot of anger
and we knew protest groups were being formed,” according to
a spokeswoman for the automobile insurance board, Audrey
Chaput. “We granted a contract to the firm National to go
out and listen to what the groups were saying and to feel the
pulse of the movement.” Motorcycle owners have protested
vigorously against insurance rate increases that have doubled
since 2007 for owners of average-size motorcycles and more
than quadrupled for owners of high-powered motorcycles
considered more hazardous by the insurance board.
2011 NCOM CONVENTION IN ALBUQURQUE
Mark your calendar now for the 26th annual NCOM Conven-
tion, to be held Mother’s Day weekend, May 5-8, 2011 at
the Hyatt Regency Albuquerque located at 330 Tijeras Ave
NW in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This annual gathering will
draw bikers’ rights activists from across the country to discuss
topics of concern to all riders, so reserve your room now for
the special NCOM rate of $80.00 by calling (800) 233-1234.
Airport/Hotel transportation is available.Registration fees for
the NCOM Convention are $75 including the Silver Spoke
Awards Banquet on Saturday night, or $40 for the Conven-
tion only. All motorcyclists are welcome and encouraged to
attend. Meetings, seminars and group discussions will focus
on legislative efforts and litigation techniques to benefit our
right to ride and Freedom of the Road. To pre-register, call the
National Coalition of Motorcyclists at (800) 525-5355 or visit
www.ON-A-BIKE.com.
QUOTABLE QUOTE: “Political tags - such as royalist, com-
munist, democrat, populist, fascist, liberal, conservative, and
so forth - are never basic criteria.  The human race divides
politically into those who want people to be controlled and
those who have no such desire.” -Robert Anson Heinlein
(1907-1988) American author and science fiction writer
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POINTMAN PERSPECTIVE
February Musings
     The new year has begun. We have started over again as we have
done so many times before. January saw me turn 66 years old. Were
it not for the fact that getting older is better than the alternative, I
could get depressed. Seriously, I am blessed beyond measure. I thank
GOD every day for the untold blessings I have been given. As I recall
some of the nicest things in my life, I cannot help but think that the
greatest gift I have been given is love. I have the love of the Creator of
Heaven and Earth. I am so special to the GOD that made me that He
died for me so that I could spend eternity with Him. That is love that
I can only imagine. We are all familiar with John 3:16, “ For GOD so
loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, and that whoever
believes in Him will not perish but have everlasting life.” Most of us
know this by heart and it is repeated often, but do we stop long enough
to grasp its meaning? GOD had to come to earth in the form of a man
and died a horrible death to redeem us. The love of GOD knows no
boundaries, it knows no limits.
     I read something that caught my eye the other day; “ I wish I
could love others the way my dog loves me.” I have two beautiful
Maltese dogs. When I come through the door, they can hardly contain
themselves. They are all over me. I have to put everything down and
get on the floor with them and play with them for a while before they
settle down. I tried to explain to my wife that she should act more like
the dogs when I come home. I will spare you the response I got…
it wasn’t pretty. However, as you know, “familiarity breeds contempt,”
even with loving couples. I thought, “How do I act when she comes
home?” OOPS. I need to pay a little more attention.
     Speaking of loving your spouse / girl friend / Mother, daughters /
and other ladies in your life, remember the “Golden Rule.” You must not
give just to receive, but receiving is a natural by-product of generously
giving of yourself. Guys need to pay special attention…women are
responders, need I say more? By the time you read this Valentine’s
Day will be close. This is a very special day for the ladies. This is the
day you show the women in your life just how much they mean to you.
Do yourself a favor; carefully pick out a nice card, give her a token of
your love, something that fits who she is. Make it memorable.  I can
almost guarantee that she will respond in a most satisfactory way.
Anyway, you can do yourself another favor if you treat her and others
as if every day were Valentine’s Day. Don’t wait for special days. Let
the love of Christ shine through you all the time. I know this is hard, but
make the effort, it will be worth it
 
May the road rise up to meet you
May the wind always be at your back
May the rain fall gently upon your fields
May the sun shine gently upon your face
Until we meet again, May GOD hold you
in the hollow of His hand
Rocky
 Rev R.J.(Rocky)Angone,Jr
Rocky is Pastor of Haven Mission, a Vietnam vet, an
Outpost Leader for Pointman Ministries, and Director
of Wreaths Across America / Richmond National Cem-
etery.Rocky is on staff at The Dominion Counseling and
Training Center and a facilitator for Elijah House School
of Prayer Ministry. He is also  the Business Manager for
South Richmond Harley-Davidson and rides a 2002 Heri-
tage Softail Classic. He and Donna live in Chester and
together have five children and fifteen grand children. A
veteran’s advocate, Rev Rocky invites your partcipation
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The Sugar Plum Fairy The fact
that his hoodie is matching his leg-
gings is the best decision he has
made all day. Florida
Doggy’s Day Off Listen, I’m all for
service dogs, but I think it’s pretty
obvious he was trying to enjoy just
1 day off! He had on his big comfy
hoodie and slippers and just wanted
to lay around all day and watch Animal
Planet. But NO, you just had to drag
him out of the house! Michigan
Talonted You judge, but it’s not so
gross when she swoops down and
grabs a muskrat with those talons! Oh
wait, nevermind. I just got confirmation
that it’s still gross. Sorry. California

Zebra On The Prowl Sexy, middle aged women
are often referred to as cougars. I’m gonna go out
on a limb and say sexy women over the age of 75
are now called zebras…I think she took it a little too
literal. Rhode Island
Big Baby Davis I’m not, an expert but I think the
size limit for those baby carriers is when your kid
can dunk a basketball. Connecticut

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Gather, But What You
Scatter That Tells
What Kind Of Life You
Have Lived

IF THIS WAS
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K.I.S.S. page composed & edited by: Toni McCoy Shearon of Tennessee Place sliced mushrooms in a 1/4 inch of olive oil, with
JUST FOR THE TWO OF YOU STOVETOP ROAST a pat of real butter for total browning over medium-low
CHICKEN W/ HOT BUTTERED NOODLES & heat. Combine cornstarch and water in a small bowl,
PORTOBELLO MUSHROOMS stirring until smooth. Add next 5 ingredients, pour over
1 Pound of Fresh Portobello Mushrooms (do NOT wash; chicken. slow roast on top of stove for 1 hour or until
pat dry or clean w/ a paper towel) chicken is done. Serve with buttered noodles gener-
2 of Each Chicken Part; Breast, Thigh & Leg ously topped w/ either dried or fresh
2 Tbls. Cornstarch parsley. If dried, rub in your hands to awaken the flavor.
1/4 Cup Water * My mom used to make this same recipe in a cast iron
1/4 Cup Olive Oil skillet, but she’d jazz it up by adding strips of green, red
3/4 Cup Rose’ Wine and yellow peppers and letting it all cook down on top
1/4 Cup Soy Sauce of stove with a cover over 3/4 of the skillet to allow air to
1 Clove Garlic, Pressed flow. Mild green chilies is a nice addition also. Any way
1/4 tsp. Dried Oregano you do it, this dish is fabulous and the key to it is slow
Cooked & Buttered Egg Noodles Covered & Set Aside and steady. Don’t rush the good stuff and like Julie Child
(be sure and mix w/ enough butter or quality margarine) said...”don’t crowd the mushrooms when browning!”.

FRUIT & KISSES RED SMOOTHIES XOXOX In a blender or food processor, combine yogurt and
1 Carton (8 ozs.) Strawberry Yogurt cranberry juice. Add strawberries, raspberries and
1/2 to 3/4 Cup Cranberry Juice sugar; cover adn process until blended. Pour into
1-1./2 Cups Frozen Unsweetened Strawberries, 1/4’d chilled, fancy dessert glasses. Serve immediately.
1 Cup Frozen Unsweetened Raspberries These are so rich, you can serve as dessert.
3 tsps. Sugar or Splenda

DIPPED W/ LOVE STRAWBERRIES
INTO HAZELNUT WHIPPED CREAM
1 Quart of Strawberries; pop the tops and rinse well
1 Cup or Small Carton of Whipping Cream
1/4 Cup Sifted Powdered Sugar
1 Tbl. Frangelico, or Other Hazelnut-Flavored Liqueur’
1/2 to 1 tsp. Grated Tangerine Rind
Beat whipping cream at medium speed with an elec-
tric mixer until foamy; gradually add powdered sugar;
beating at high speed until soft peaks form. Gently
stir in liqueur’ and tangerine rind. Serve with chilled,
fresh strawberries and dip away, baby, dip away!!

MY VALENTINE FOR LIFE, Prepare and bake cake according to package directions,
STRAWBERRY CUSTARD TORTE using two greased and floured 9-inch round baking pans.
1 Packaged Quality Yellow Cake Mix Cool for 10 minutes, remove from pans to wire racks
1/3 Cup of Sugar or Baking Splenda to cool completely. In a saucepan, combine the sugar,
1 Tbl. Cornstarch cornstarch and salt; gradually stir in milk until smooth.
1/8 tsp. Salt Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2
1 Cup Whole Milk minutets or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir a
2 Egg Yolks, Lightly Beaten small amount of hot filling into egg yolks; return all to pan,
1 Tbl. Butter or Margarine stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle boil; cook and stir for
1 tsp. Vanilla Extract 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Cover and refrigerate until
1 Carton (8 ozs.) of Frozen, Whipped Topping, Thawed chilled. Place half of the whipped topping in a bowl; add
1 Pkg. (12 ozs.) Frozen Sweetened, Sliced Strawberies, strawberries. Split each cake into two horizontal layers;
Drained and Thawed plce one layer on a serving plate. Spread with half of the
Halved Strawberries and Mint Leaves for Top Garnish strawberry mixture. Top with a second cake layer; spread
Pour some ice cold Asti Spumante into champagne flutes, with custard. Add third layer; spread with remaining
light a candle and share a big slice of this Torte together, strawberry mixture. Top with remaining cake and whipped
in bed, and this recipe will help create a sweet memory. topping. Refrigerate overnight.

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Good To Know
Reheating refrigerated bread
To warm biscuits, pancakes, or muffins that were refrig-
erated, place them in A microwave with a cup of water.
The increased moisture will keep the food Moist and
help it reheat faster.
Newspaper weeds away
When planting flowers or plant in your garden, put lay-
ers of wet newspapers around them, overlapping as
you go, then cover with mulch. Weeds will get through
some gardening plastic they will not get through wet
newspapers.
Measuring Cups
Before you pour sticky substances into a measuring
cup, fill it with hot water. Dump out the hot water, but
don’t dry cup. Next, add your ingredient, such as pea-
nut butter, and watch how easily it comes right out.
Foggy Windshield?
Buy a chalkboard eraser and keep it in the glove box of
your car When the windows fog, rub with the eraser…
Works better than a cloth!
Broken Glass
Use a wet cotton ball or Q-tip to pick up the small
shards of glass you can’t see easily.
Advertisers Index – February 2011
Ace in the Hole Tattoo..........................................................…34
ASX Motorcycle Parts..........................................................…19
Big Daddy’z Cycles……..............................................………19
Biker’s Depot….........................................................................7
Cavelli’s…..............................................................................28
Dakota Cobbler’s................................................................….34
Dennis’ Truck & Trailer Repair............................................….19
Departure Bike Works…….....................................................28
Dynojet……...............................................…Inside Back Cover
Grumpy’s Bar & Grill…...........................................................35
Hampton Roads Harley-Davidson….......................................20
J.M. Randalls…..................................................................…..15
Liberty Biker Church…............................................................27
Rick “Preacher” Saunders Devotional.................................…38
ShenandoahOKLAHOMA 405-409-5742
Harley-Davidson…...............Outside Back Cover
Timonium Motorcycle Show (Event)..............................…page 1
Tom McGrath’s Motorcycle Law Group......…Inside Front Cover
Virginia Bike Fest (Event)...…Outside Front Cover & page 40
Wright Sign Service….............................................................27

BACK
In The Day
I recently took a class at a conference on the parking
of vehicles on highways and roadways during an emer-
gency situation. It was extremely informative, these types
of classes usually are. During one of the many videos that
we viewed during the class, I noticed that there was a
motorcycle police officer that was working an accident on
a busy suburban boulevard, along with other emergency
vehicles on the scene. Many emergency vehicles are
the target of secondary collisions at the original accident

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