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Letter from the Editor ........................................................................................4

Road Tales .........................................................................................................6

Letters from the Road: Don Hostetler ............................................................... 12

Riding Safe with Kit Hedges ............................................................................. 17

CAN-AM Spyder ...............................................................................................20

Tabasco Report: Lady Riders ............................................................................22

Ohio Ride Reports ............................................................................................26

Center Calendar ..............................................................................................30

Buckeye Thunder Run ......................................................................................32

On The Market: The Cure for Ethanol in Your Tank............................................34

From the Back of the Bike ................................................................................38

Ohio Ink ..........................................................................................................42

David E. Moore ...............................................................................................43

Biker Wedding Bells .........................................................................................44

ABATE Update ..................................................................................................45

Biker Friendly Directory ...................................................................................46

Thunder Roads Ohio Marketplace .....................................................................49

Upcoming Events .............................................................................................56

K.I.S.S. in the Kitchen ......................................................................................59

Joker’s Wild ....................................................................................................60

2009 H-D 1200XLN, Owner: Matt Strapp Columbus,OhioPhoto: Jeff “Stinger” BrownModel: Deanne D, Iron Angels

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The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting longer. Autumn has arrived and experiencing fall’s colors is one of the simplest joys of this wonderful season. Whether you are on the front or the back seat of a motorcycle, I can’t think of a better place to view nature’s artwork from. The cool, crisp air is very refreshing and the smell of the falling leaves is invigorating.

Starting out on a full day’s ride this time of year can be challenging as you must prepare for warm days and cooler nights and how to ride safe and comfortable. Be sure to read over Kit Hedges tips on adjusting from warm weather to cool weather riding on page 17. As beautiful as those falling leaves are, wet leaves on the road can be slippery so watch out for road conditions. And always be on the lookout for wildlife, especially deer that are more active during this season.

From the scenic shores of Lake Erie on the North Coast to the rolling hills along the Ohio River on the South Coast, the Buckeye State boasts a diverse selection of roads and byways. And no matter where you live in Ohio the fall season offers some great reasons to get out and ride, such as the Hocking Hills Poker Run in Logan, Scary Larry’s Cemetery Ride in Bowling Green, the Devil’s Staircase Hill Climb in Oregonia, and the Covered Bridge Ride in Williamsburg. For more details on these and other upcoming events, check out the event listing on page 56.

The cooler temperatures can be so much more comfortable to ride in than the summer heat and they also provide motorcycle enthusiasts the perfect opportunity to break out all of our cool looking leather! If you need to gear up, many of the dealerships and shops are hosting Fall Open Houses and Halloween Bashes this month where you will find some great deals and a wide selection of riding gear to choose from. You can find more information listed in their ads throughout this issue. We are grateful for the support of our advertisers who enable us to offer you our magazine free of charge, so when you visit their stores be sure to tell them Thunder Roads Ohio sent you!

This issue also brings the last segment of Don Hostetler’s “Letters from the Road” series on his trip to Alaska. (See page 12). After eight weeks on the road and over 14,000 miles Don returned safely to his hometown of Vermilion, Ohio. I hope you enjoyed as much as I did, Don’s road stories about the many interesting places he visited and the unique people he met along the way. He has embarked on several trips since then and has been sending me his “Letters from the Road” which I will be excited to share with you in upcoming issues.

Many thanks to all who participated in this year’s Margo B. Welfle Teddy Bear Ride on September 8th. Early morning showers threatened, but the skies eventually cleared and dozens of riders showed up to deliver stuffed animals to Firelands Hospital in Sandusky and Fisher-Titus Hospital in Norwalk. If you had purchased your Teddy Bears and didn’t attend do to the weather, you can still drop them off at Mad River Harley-Davidson in Sandusky and we will make sure they get to the hospitals to bring the children comfort.

Since we live in a part of the country where we don’t get to experience warm climates year round, get out there and grab that last chance to ride before it’s time to put the bike in hibernation. Old Man Winter is right around the corner, so round up your riding buddies and head out on all those roads you still want to hit before the snow flies!

Or better yet, do what I’m going to do and head south to the warmer temperatures in Daytona, Florida for Biketoberfest Oct. 18th – 21st!


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fall riding

Without a doubt, the Fall Riding Season is my favorite - especially living in Ohio. The changing of the leaves provides a vibrant background to many wonderful afternoons of riding down countryside roads. The cooler air allows one to break out the heavier leathers and dress in more comfortable layers. And many uniquely fall festivals and events come to fruition as Oktoberfests, Clam Bakes, and Grist Mills fire up.

There is something about riding through crisp, cool air that seems to awaken my entire body. The senses tingle and I feel just a bit more alive when riding in the Fall. Please be careful, though, as there are new hazards on the road including icy roads, wet leaves, and even more deer then usual. Our woodland (and even suburban) denizens don’t look quite as cute as Bambi when they suddenly appear in front of your bike! So please be especially cautious this time of year. Ride defensively as always and stay alert!

garage parTies (for The ladies)

One of Harley-Davidson’s more unique initiatives last year was the introduction of the Women’s Garage Parties. I had the opportunity to stop by several of these, and I would heartily recommend them to any woman that is interested in finding out more about riding a motorcycle - especially a Harley-Davidson.

A number of dealerships are holding theirs in October and even if you consider yourself an experienced rider, I am certain that you will come away with something worthwhile. If nothing else - many of the dealerships are giving away great door prizes as well as goody bags for everyone that attends!

Seriously, though, the Garage Parties are designed to offer women the chance to explore the motorcycle experience in a uniquely testosterone free setting. Many of the sessions are led by men, but the presentations and presenters themselves have been selected with the ladies in mind. Many women have reported

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feeling intimidated or uncomfortable asking questions, so Harley came up with the Garage Parties as a means of catering to the fastest growing segment of the riding population - women!

The Garage Parties are also a great opportunity to meet other women riders as well. Many ladies are interested in finding new riding partners - other then simply their boyfriends or husbands. Especially when riding on your own, finding other women with similar interests is a great thing!

So, if you’ve been considering getting your own motorcycle endorsement or have already - your local Harley-Davidson Garage Party might just be perfect way to spend an evening!

winTer projeCTs and serviCe speCials

Next month’s issue of Thunder Roads will focus a lot on Winter Projects that you can undertake at home or look to your local shop for assistance with. The snow filled months are the perfect time to undertake engine upgrades, get your metal painted with a new custom look, or give your bike a whole new sound with a performance exhaust. A new front end, handlebars, or luggage options are all items that can make your ride more enjoyable but take some time to adopt. Why not do them while the roads are covered with ice?

Many dealerships and independent shops offer great winter storage packages that include discounts on parts and service. Some go the other way and offer free storage with service work. The key, though, is to plan ahead. Now is the time to contact your local shops and see what your options are. Even if you’re doing the work yourself, it may take time to get the necessary parts in.

And lastly, making those calls now will help prevent you from falling into the Spring frenzy - when everyone suddenly wants the work done so they can hit the road!

The pages of Thunder Roads contain plenty of recommended shops and dealerships for you to consider. You can also look to our Biker Friendly Directory for options in your area. As always, please be sure to let them know THUNDER ROADS SENT YA!

If you’d like information on including your shop or service specials in next month’s magazine - please email [email protected] for more information.

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By don hosTeTler

S everal times during my journey from Vermilion, Ohio to Alaska and back, I encountered black bears and sent pictures of them along with the emails journaling my trip to my friends and family back home. I received an email back asking if I was afraid when I would get

so close to the bears while taking pictures. My answer was no, due to the fact that I had read the Bear Safety brochure. I learned that to ward off the black bears you should raise your arms above your head to make yourself look larger, and to make noises to startle them. If the bear comes toward you you should throw something, such as a rock or stick to scare him off. For a brown (Grizzly) bear encounter you should remain still and don’t do anything aggressive. If the Grizzly attacks you, lie on the ground in a ball, play dead and protect your head with your arms. At least that’s the way I remember it. If that doesn’t work out for you, it’s the other way around.

The Trans-Canada Highway runs along the shores of Lake Superior and down to the Saint Marys River at Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada. I took that opportunity to dash back into the good old USA crossing over the river to its sister city Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan to grab some reasonably priced food, fuel, lodging and booze. I found a nice place to stay called the Lockview Motel run by a local couple and ended up staying 3 nights. The location of the American Legion Post overlooks the shipping channel where the carriers enter and leave the locks. I got the lowdown there from the locals.

Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan lies on the northeastern end of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and is home to the Soo Locks which consist of four parallel locks. These locks allow ships to traverse the 21 foot drop in elevation of the St. Marys River between Lake Superior and Lakes Michigan and Huron. The four locks vary in size, with lengths ranging from 800 to 1350 feet and widths ranging from 80

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to 110 feet. The depths of the locks range from 23 to 31 feet. All four of the locks have names; the MacArthur, the Davis, the Sabin and lastly the Poe. No, I’m not kidding that’s what they named the second one out, The Poe Lock! They claim 11,000 vessels per year pass through the locks. Most of them carrying iron ore, coal, grain or stone. All ships, no matter what the country of registry, pass through for FREE, courtesy of the US taxpayers.

The town of Sault Ste. Marie had a car and bike show scheduled for Saturday so I stayed the third night in Michigan. On Sunday, I had an early and extensive brunch at the Kewadin (Indian) Casino. The casino’s hotel had been completely taken over by the participants in the 1st Annual Michigan Gum-Ball Rally, reserving all 110 rooms. After perusing the parking lot which was filled with exotic cars and trucks, I rode back


over the 2.8 mile long International Bridge ($3.00 each way) into Canada. Just over the bridge is the 48,000 square foot Canadian Bushplane Heritage Center. The price of admission is $8.50 and it has 24 vintage aircraft on display, most of them on either floats or skis.

As I was passing through the town of Thessalon, Ontario, I noticed a sign advertising “The Round Barn”. It was just off the highway on Round Barn Road. I decided to check it out but it

turned out to be a bit of a ruse. Once I got there their brochure explained, “It was built in 1923 and is one of three 12-sided barns in Canada.” I don’t know about Canadian math but in Ohio 12 sides equals a dodecagon not a circle. A circle has just 2 sides, and an inside and an outside. The construction was interesting though, especially the interior ceiling.

My original plan was to continue trans-continental east to Goose Bay, Labrador, Canada, through the islands of


Newfoundland and Nova Scotia and then return home through the New England states. I was then into my eighth week of travel and I realized that to continue the planned route would surely take a minimum of an additional 8 weeks. I had several projects at home that needed to be completed before winter. I also really do enjoy many of the festivals and events that take place in northern Ohio in the fall months. So I reluctantly, and only temporarily, shelved the remainder of the route and turned south.

I’ve passed through the Georgian Bay area before but never took the time to explore. This time I did and discovered that Manitoulin Island is about 100 miles long and 85 miles wide. Most of the area is undeveloped farmland with Bed & Breakfasts, small Inns and Marinas sprinkled throughout. At the far west end, just near the termination of route 540, is Meldrum Bay Inn & Restaurant overlooking the bay and a small marina. The restaurant didn’t open until noon but the owner gave me a full tour of the inn and suggested I take the bike to the Lighthouse for brunch.

I rode about 10 miles out to the Mississagi Lighthouse Heritage Park & Campground. The Foghorn restaurant is located in, of course, the old building that at one time housed the horn and equipment needed to operate it. The building is rather large as originally the horn was powered by steam that was produced by coal fired boilers. The restaurant is open from 8 am to 8 pm, 7 days a week. Reservations are suggested and available only by email as they have no

phone service. I was greeted by a note on the door stating they were closed as they had “Gone to town for supplies” and “might” be open later in the afternoon. The original lighthouse sat nearby, which had been completely restored right down to the interior furnishings. It was open, with admission by donation into a small box. But apparently the trusting owner had gone for the day on the supply run too, as he was nowhere to be found.

On the next leg of my journey I boarded the Chi-Cheemaun Ferry to cross the mouth of the Georgian Bay. This car ferry operates four times daily, between South Baymouth (on the southern coast of Manitoulin Island) and Tobermory (on the northern tip of the Bruce Peninsula). The crossing takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes. The fare for Adults is $16.25 and Motorcycles cost $18.50.

I spent the night in Kingsville, Ontario Canada, billed as Canada’s most southern town. I was planning on visiting


Canada’s Keys the next day. The Township of Pelee is made up of nine islands in Lake Erie and is the most southern point in Canada. Pelee Island is the largest of the islands and is located at the Canada/USA boundary between Sandusky, Ohio and Windsor/Essex County, Ontario.

It is situated just 24 miles north of Ohio’s mainland and has daily ferry service to Sandusky. From Kingville to Pelee the Passenger fare is $7.50 and Motorcycles are $8.25. From Pelee to Sandusky the Passenger fare is $13.50 and Motorcycles are $14.50.

The Pelee Island brochure asks, “Why do people come?” and answers itself by stating, “Thousands have discovered the intriguing difference - an equilibrium with life - an art that has vanished from most places which holidayers frequent” Well, I’ve never experienced an equilibrium with life nor have I ever visited Pelee Island, so I thought to myself that I’ll be getting a 2 for 1 deal when I get there.

Strangely, neither myself nor anyone else I know back home had ever visited our closest foreign port. So I committed myself to represent Ohio’s North Coast residents as their Goodwill Ambassador and called to purchase a ticket from Kingsville, Ontario Canada to Pelee Island for both myself and the bike. The ferries make four trips from Canada’s mainland to Pelee Island daily, but just one from Pelee Island to Sandusky, Ohio. My plan was to take the 11 o’clock trip to Pelee Island and spend the night. Then the following evening I would board the 6 pm ferry to the USA, but to my chagrin that leg was sold out! I didn’t think I could entertain myself for 2 days on the island so I consulted my GPS. It was 161 miles to Vermilion, Ohio.

So I saddled up and after a quick stop at Caesar’s Casino in Windsor, I passed through US Customs and rode home. After exactly 8 weeks and 14,414 miles, I arrived back in Vermilion. Though I will always treasure the memories and experiences along the road to Alaska and back, like Dorothy says, “There’s no place like home.”


Riding Safe with

Kit Hedges

The fall riding season is upon us and as we enter this transition period in northern Ohio the weather often fluctuates between warm Indian Summer days and cool, crisp, chilly days. What I really love about this time of year are the days when it is in the upper 40’s in early morning and in the 70’s by the afternoon. What great riding weather! Such was the case when I went for an early ride the other morning. It was a crystal clear morning with sunny, blue skies, and the thermometer read about 48 degrees. The temperature certainly dictated putting on some cold weather gear. It was time to trade the warm weather gloves, jacket, and boots, for some cold weather gloves and boots. My regular leather was still warm enough. Being eager to ride I hit the start button and took off. After a few stops and shifts I realized that some things felt different. I went to shift and my toe hit the shifter. I applied the brakes and my right toe hit the brake pedal and my fingers hit under the brake lever when I rolled off the throttle and reached for the front brake.

After this happened a few times I realized that I hadn’t performed my drill for riding with different gear on. I hadn’t taken the time to get used to different gloves and boots. It’s amazing how something as simple as wearing a little thicker pair of gloves can affect our safety on a motorcycle. Or how riding with different boots on can cause us to kick the brake pedal instead of smoothly applying it. Imagine riding down the street having to perform an emergency stop and you kick the

brake pedal and get your fingers caught under the front brake lever. The extra time it takes to re-apply the brakes could turn this stop into a panic stop.

We are creatures of habit. We are always adapting to different things in our life. You adapt and develop a habit of just how high you have to raise your foot to apply the rear brake. It becomes an action without thinking, “Where’s that rear brake again?” When you put on a pair of boots with just a little thicker sole you start kicking things like the brake pedal or shifter. You might even trip up the back steps at home. Been there, done that.

Needless to say my next stop on this morning ride was in a parking lot where I performed my “different gear” drill. I’ve found that even lifting your feet from the ground to the floor boards or foot pegs can feel different. So I sat there on the bike and went through foot and hand maneuvers to adapt to the different gear. If I’d remembered, this drill would have been done the proper way in my own driveway before the ride.

As you prepare for that first ride when you must don your cool weather gear, reach for the front brake, rear brake and shifter several times to adapt to the difference in thickness. Ride around in a parking lot where you are safe from traffic and apply the brake and shift several times. Once again, like in so many riding situations, it is simple things that can make the difference between a safe ride and a bad ride.

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LADY RIDERSNot that many years

ago it was rare that women were anywhere but on the back of their Old Mans scooter. And in many club cultures it remains that way today. But with the popularity of motorcycles in the past few years, we’ve witnessed the birth of several Ladies Only Riding Clubs. The ones I am familiar with primarily ride for one charity or another. It’s not often that I get time to attend charity events. With the duties of a TRO Rep, I’ve had occasion recently to attend a few and set up the TRO Booth for our readers to check in with their Rider Cards, and to snag the latest edition of the mag.

In July I was reminded of the power of the ability of the Ladies to get things done. The Ladies of Satin & Steel RC set up a successful Biker Event and Poker Run to raise money for Special Olympics. Thunder Roads Ohio was a primary Sponsor for the event. Having

been part owner of a Biker Bar for a few years in the past I know the work that goes into one of these events. We hosted several Poker Runs and Military Fallen Hero Memorial Events, and I’ve never been so tired as the end of those days. In coordination with the local Eagles (FOE), these ladies set off on a mission to provide a great time for the local biker community, as well as provide for the needs of a great cause. I was thoroughly impressed with their actions. Five bands, a dozen vendors, and a beautiful July afternoon made for a great time.


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Charity Events can be tricky if you don’t know what you’re doing, and you don’t put in the time and effort to get out there and obtain sponsors to help pay for it. I’ve seen many Poker Runs totally flop because the people in charge just didn’t get to it and get the word out enough in advance. Often the cost of the bands, food, and other expenses can extinguish any chance of a sizable contribution for their cause. And then there’s the stigma that goes along with being “Motorcycle People”. I have been witness to the narrow mindedness of charity organizations that have actually turned down participation from female rider clubs simply because they “obviously must be up to no good”. Or they are

found guilty in the small minds of “the smart people in charge” because they have been seen out riding with other clubs who’ve themselves never been convicted of anything other than wearing a club patch.

With some sizable donations from the local business community, and the support of many Bikers, at the end of the day these Ladies donated roughly $12,000 to Special Olympics. Now that is a donation anyone would be proud of. You want to talk about instant gratification, the smiles and tears on the beneficiaries’ faces that day said it all. Good show Ladies… Good Show.


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By mark Cole

It truly was Christmas in July on Saturday, July 28th when Schiets Motorsports in Fremont, Ohio held a bike show to raise funds for the Community Christmas of Sandusky County. Despite the cloudy skies and scattered showers, plenty of bikers showed up to support a worthy cause. Last year Community Christmas of Sandusky County helped over one thousand families with food, clothing, and toys during the holiday season. Officials from the organization are grateful for the donations realized from the bike show as they expect the need to be even greater this year.

Event organizers would like to express their appreciation to all the volunteers who helped make this event happen. Most especially to the preschool teachers of ABC Academy of Fremont, LLC who helped with registration, selling the 50/50 tickets, tallying the votes, and passing out the trophies.

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Both the bike show participants and the numerous spectators enjoyed a great time with entertainment provided by Bob and Beth Turner of TEI DJ Service. Bob is well known in the North Central Ohio area as “Crazy Bob”, and is the owner of the Haunted Hydro Dark Attraction in Fremont.

Tom and Sandy Federkiel, of M’s Hot Dog Hut were on hand to satisfy the hunger pangs of the show attendees. I can attest to the fact that they have much more to offer than just hot dogs! I couldn’t help but overhear everyone talking about their pulled pork sandwiches. We all know a well-fed biker is a happy biker!

Motorcycle enthusiasts have always been known to be a big-hearted, generous group, and the results from this fundraiser proved to be no exception. Schiets Motorsports is proud to report that they raised $791 in cash donations along with several large boxes of toys! Owner Darl Scheits and the entire staff extend a big heart-felt thank you to everyone who entered their bikes and to the folks who came out to vote and show their support!

Event trophies were generously provided by Bay Trophy of Fremont, and were awarded to the following First Place winners:

Touring Class - mike heilman from port Clinton, oh with his gl1800 goldwing

sport Class – kirk hess from fremont, oh with his gsXr 1300 drag bike

Cruiser Class – Crystal Boohar from marblehead, oh with her ridley

antique Class – gregg hensley from fremont, oh with his super sport CBX1100

Custom Class – aaron Cheek from sandusky, oh with his softail deuce

aaron Cheek also took home the trophy for Best of show!

At the end of the day all agreed that we should do this again next summer and continue it hosting it as an annual event!

See ya’ there next year! Mark




The 2012 Buckeye Thunder run (BTR) heads into the October as Ohio riders enjoy cool riding days set against colorful foliage. We have plenty of prizes still to give away - including $500 in Gift Cards to be awarded just this month alone to check-ins!

The BTR is a state-wide, riding contest hitting the coolest riding destinations and events across Ohio, presented by Ohios #1 Biker Mag - Thunder Roads Ohio and Rider Insurance with the support of Motoreagles.com, Twisted Tea and Jesse James Outlaw Bourbon Whiskey. Each month, Thunder Roads announces a list of Thunder Run Stops in the magazine and online. These stops are selected based upon the recommendations of our readers and confirmed by our editors. Riders can then hit these locations and present their Rider Cards in order to earn points for each stop. Additional points are given for purchases made and distance ridden to the stop. Some stops and local sponsors will be hosting specific give-aways for their stops. These added prizes will just build on the excitement, by allowing participants to win all summer long!

The BTR is all about THE RIDE. Every stop has been recommended by riders and readers of Thunder Roads. We have then checked them out and determined that they are a biker friendly stop that we would recommend to you! Every stop should be friendly and offer a fun experience.

Based upon the number of stops, distance ridden, and certain bonuses offered at the locations – riders will earn points every month. We also award prizes randomly each month, drawn from your check-ins! Each check-in counts as one entry in the drawing!

ohio ride Cards

The Ride Cards, presented by Motoreagles.com, will allow participants to easily and safely check in at all stops. Some Thunder Roads Sponsors will also be offering discounts to readers that present the cards. You will find some of these discounts listed in the magazine, but we would encourage you to ask the stop if they have any special promotions for Ride Card holders.

It all may sound confusing but it really boils down to a simple process:

1. geT your ohio ride Card.

You can get your card by going to a Registration Stop as shown by the white stars on our map (also listed at ThunderRoadsOhio.com), going to a Thunder Run Event (also found on our website or facebook pages), or by signing up online. In person registrations are ALWAYS free, however there is a $10 registration fee to sign up on-line. The proceeds from this help support charitable motorcycle events across Ohio.

PLEASE NOTE: Some events and Registration Stops may run out of Cards due to demand. Please call ahead to avoid problems whenever possible. Thanks!

2. geT The lisT of sTops eaCh monTh from your Thunder Roads Magazine, the website (ThunderRoadsOhio.com), or facebook (www.facebook.com/thunderroadsohio )

3. geT ouT and ride! hiT The sTops and show Them your Card.

for the month of october, you will receive:10 points for each stop you sign-in atyou are also eligible for the following bonuses in july:+10 points if you spend at least $10 at the location.+20 points if you spend more then $100 at the location.

Plus we will DOUBLE your points for locations more then 100 miles from your home, or give you FOUR TIMES your points for locations more then 200 miles from your home!

4. jusT sign-in afTer CompleTing your TransaCTions and poinTs are Based upon ToTal spenT per Card memBer.

We will keep track of the sign-in and points – and award prizes! All prize winners will be contacted by email.

It’s really that simple!

oCToBer Thunder run prize feaTure:$500 in gift Certificates to select harley-davidson dealerships!We will be drawing from check-in’s for FIVE (5x) $100 Gift Certificates to select Harley-Davidson Dealerships from across Ohio.

have a stop in mind for the run?

We are already beginning to look at stops for next year, and we would welcome your input!

If you have a venue or event that you would like to get involved in the run, please don’t hesitate to let us know about it. If it’s your place, we will get in touch shortly with more information on the run and what’s involved. If you are recommending a spot for someone else – we will reach out to them and let them know they have been nominated. If you can suggest a contact person, that can help expedite the process. You can send information to [email protected]

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The time has come where ethanol seems to be an unavoidable evil for riders hitting the road for any sort of distance run these days. Even if you have your own private stock or source for the “good stuff”, it’s hard to take enough with you. Eventually you will find yourself forced to fuel at a station with ethanol and faced with the undeniable threat it poses to your bikes fuel lines and rubber.

Fortunately, AMSOIL has the solution in a convenient little black bottle that you can easily carry in your bags or jacket pocket. It’s AMSOIL’s Motorcycle Octane Boost, a fuel additive that can combat the effects of ethanol

AMSOIL’s new Motorcycle Octane Boost fuel additive is formulated to increase octane levels in gasoline for more powerful and efficient engine operation. It also cleans combustion chamber deposits for increased performance at startup, helping to eliminate engine ping or knock and providing more power at low-rpm operation, according to the company.

Motorcycle Octane Boost typically responds better in lower octane fuel and in fuel that contains ethanol, AMSOIL

notes. When treated at 1.3 fluid ounces per gallon, Motorcycle Octane Boost increases the octane of gasoline up to three numbers, the company says.

AMSOIL Motorcycle Octane Boost is primarily formulated for use in four-stroke air- or liquid-cooled motorcycles manufactured by Harley-Davidson, Yamaha, Honda, Ducati, BMW, Triumph and other four-stroke applications. This street-legal formulation meets the requirements for registration with the Environmental Protection Agency, according to AMSOIL.

AMSOIL products, such as their Motorcycle Octane Boost, are available from your local AMSOIL Dealers - including:

Brian Heitkamp, Rockford (419) 942-1724

Tom LaPuma, Willoughby (440) 477-8085

ON THE MARKETTHE CURE FOR ETHANOL IN YOUR TANK


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By nanCy BeaCh

Fall riding! Is there anything better? The slight chill in the air feels invigorating on your face while the jacket you are wearing keeps you nice and warm. The views are spectacular when the scenery comes alive with color and the sun makes everything glow in tones of gold and bronze. It is one of my favorite times of the year and it makes me appreciate the dwindling riding time before the snow flies!

But as much as I love this time of year, I am not ready to forget the wonderful summer memories including that last bike trip. Wherever the event is at or however long you stay, day or a week, it is always fun and adventurous! And there are

starting early!

on the Billy Bike!

it’s everyone’s vacation!


always some interesting things that you see or that happen which stand out above the rest!

Some of my favorite summer memories from the back seat include stalling out in the middle of all the bikes downtown during bike week. Of course it was right in front of a group of people we knew! But after a couple of kicks we were back in motion! Then there was the time we were riding back to camp after it had rained, not even realizing how soaked we were getting from the wet roads. When we got off of the bike I poured the water out of my shoes! It makes me chuckle when I

think of when during a hot camping trip, we rode past a sister on the back who was holding a fan in a very large box that they had just bought! Good job girlfriend!

I hope you enjoy these photos of some of my favorite summer memories!

If you have some special memories from your summer rides or a great back of the bike story to share, we would love to hear from you! Just email me at [email protected]. Until the next time….I’ll still be enjoying life from the back of the bike!

Thunder roads is there!

ohio Bike week

Campsite!

Bikes around the campfire!

lone rider on a chilly day!

The guys at the lost Tribe Clubhouse..it’s open to the public! great little bar in Chillicothe!

South East Metric Motorcycle Sales!South East Metric Motorcycle Sales!

Come in and check outour large selection of used motorcycles

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Last month in my Letter from the Editor I shared with our readers that David Moore,

a long time friend of mine who was a photographer for Ohio Bike Week and Ridin’ On Magazine, was fighting for his life after he was involved in a motorcycle accident. David lost his battle on August 31st.

It was a very fitting tribute as I joined hundreds of motorcycles following behind the Harley-Davidson Trike pulling the glass encased hearse for his final ride. Upon arriving at the funeral home parking lot, it was evident that none of us wanted to say that final goodbye.

As we gathered in a circle around him, spontaneous cheering and clapping began as one of Dave’s favorite songs, The Cave by Mumford and Sons, blared from a motorcycle radio.

It’s empty in the valley of your heart The sun, it rises slowly as you walk Away from all the fears And all the faults you’ve left behind The harvest left no food for you to eat You cannibal, you meat-eater, you see But I have seen the same I know the shame in your defeat Cause I have other things to fill my time You take what is yours and I’ll take mine Now let me at the truth Which will refresh my broken mind So tie me to a post and block my ears I can see widows and orphans through my tears

I know my call despite my faults And despite my growing fears So come out of your cave walking on your hands And see the world hanging upside down You can understand dependence When you know the maker’s land So make your siren’s call And sing all you want I will not hear what you have to say Cause I need freedom now And I need to know how To live my life as it’s meant to be And I will hold on hope And I won’t let you choke On the noose around your neck And I’ll find strength in pain And I will change my ways

I’ll know my name as it’s called again

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tL_Ye0h5xEI

Ohio’s motorcycling community will greatly miss David’s enthusiasm for memorializing its motorcycle riders and events through his photography. David told me once that if he had a dollar for every person who used one of the photographs he took as their Facebook profile picture he’d be rich. I believe that despite not collecting all of those dollars, David was a very rich man. It was evident by the outpouring of concern after his accident and by the overwhelming turnout of riders to escort him to the funeral home, that this man had a fortune in family and friends.

We will never forget you “Chopperazzi”. Julie Roeder

David E. Moore2/11/55 – 8/31/12


By julie roeder

After twenty years of living in Jacksboro, Tennessee, Sandy Smithers’ late husband became very ill. They decided to move back to her hometown of Toledo, Ohio so he could be admitted into the VA Hospital, and she would be close to family and friends.

After her husband passed away Sandy wondered if she would ever find true love again. She began talking online to Larry Lance from Fremont, Ohio and they decided that they would like to meet. In spite of someone giving them wrong directions to their first meeting place, with Sandy going one way and Larry going the other, they eventually found each other. It wasn’t long before Sandy wasn’t wondering about finding love again anymore.

Although she lived just a few short miles from one of the most famous motorcycling roads in America, the Dragon’s Tail, Sandy had never really rode motorcycles until she met Larry. Her

love of riding grew right along with her love for Larry, and a year and a half later they were planning their wedding.

Motorcycling had become a big part of their lives so there was no question that they wanted a “biker style” ceremony. Larry is the Sergeant of Arms for Abate Region 7, and Sandy maintains the chapter’s website.

They had to request special permission from the police to hold the wedding at Birchard Park in Fremont. There were 35 bikes lining

the aisle way they walked through up to the black and orange decorated stage when they said their vows on August 25th, 2012. The policeman that was in attendance to make sure that everything went smoothly stated that he’d never seen a wedding like that before.

The wedding party rode to the scenic Mull Covered Bridge, located just off County Road 9 in Bettsville, Ohio for pictures before hitting the reception where 162 people helped them celebrate a marriage that was truly made in Biker Heaven!

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Elections are right around the corner. Candidates are out and about campaigning. This is a great time to get out and meet the candidates. Talk to the candidates about our issues. Sometimes candidates have other issues that are pressing issues for the constituency as a whole. For example, in my home area, unemployment is very high. We are still struggling economically after the main employer in the area (DHL/ABX Air Park) closed. Discuss with the candidate how you feel about these issues and how it has affected the community. This will open up two way communication and later you can bring up our motorcycling issues.

If you have time offer to help by going door to door supporting a candidate or offer to put up some campaign signs. Sometimes this type of help is as important as monetary contributions. Once you make a good connection with a candidate, and you are sure the candidate is interested in preserving the freedoms of the road, send me an email with the candidates name and district. When I am looking for a bill sponsor it is always handy to know who are likely allies are.

We are quickly running out of time on S.B. 92 (ROW bill) and H.B. 316 (Handlebar bill). We could still pass these if we make a good push. Contact your State Senator on S.B 92 and contact Rep. William Batchelder on H.B. 316.

Any questions, suggestions, complaints email me at [email protected].

Scott “Woody” WoodState Government Relations DirectorABATE of Ohio, Inc.

LEGISLATIVE UPDATEOCTOBER 2012


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Bail Bondsfrank valli agency1907 Cleveland Rd.Sandusky, OH 44870(419) 626-5673

Biker Bars & Restaurants 2 Cans7413 Wahl RdWhites Landing, OH 43464

306 lounge7377 Lakeshore BlvdMentor, OH 44060(440) 257-3557

anchor Bay Carryout & pub12328 County Rd 27West Unity, OH 43570(419) 237-2728

at witz end38501 Lakeshore Blvd.Willoughby, OH 44094(440) 942-6520

Bailey road Tavern2920 Bailey RoadCuyahoga Falls, OH 44221(330) 920-8350

Blue eagle218 ½ StateBettsville, OH 44815(419) 986-5639

Bluto’s sport’s Bar & grill33 E. Seminary St.Norwalk, OH 44857(419) 668-8862

Crazee mule saloon6188 Cleveland Ave.Columbus, OH 43231(614) 818-9007

Crazy fox saloon112 W. Mansfield St. Bucyrus, OH 44820(419) 562-1256

The dog house589 Broadway AveBedford, OH 44146(440) 786-2260

dw3’s saloon1851 South BroadwayGeneva, OH 44041

frascati in The valley 5143 Canal RdValley View, OH 44125(216) 441-2144

frog Town usa2515 S. 3rd StIronton, OH 45638(740) 532-8337

jackass flats6024 Rip Rap RoadDayton, OH 45424(937) 236-4329

jimmy Bukkett’s 2815 N. County Rd 198Fremont, OH 43420(419) 334-3313

kate & al’s105 S. Main StGibsonburg, OH (419) 637-7326

little Bar on the prairie400 N. Stone StFremont, OH 43420(419) 334-9244

margaritaville212 Fremont Ave Sandusky, OH 44870(419) 627-8903

The mason jar4408 Mason RdSandusky, OH 44870(419) 359-1159

nowhere Tavern 106 E. Main StBellevue, OH 44811(419) 483-2110ole’ glory daze998 S. Main St.Akron, OH 44311(330) 535-9855

The purple shamrock30480 Lakeshore BlvdWillowick, OH 44095(440) 347-0368

Quaker steak & lube5800 Interstate BlvdAustintown, Ohio 44515(330) 349-9464

7834 Reynolds RdMentor, OH 44060(440) 954-9464

6073 Dressler Rd, NWNorth Canton, OH 44720(330) 433-9464

4900 Transportation DriveSheffield, Ohio 44054(440)934-9464

5935 Canal Rd Valley View, OH 44125 (216) 986-9500

5150 Liberty Avenue Vermilion, OH 44089 (440) 967-3724

regulators Bar & grill2827 Marion Marysville RdMarion, OH 43302(740) 382-6054

roadhouse 66480 E. Wilson Bridge Rd #AWorthington, OH 43085(614) 505-6140

sassy’s Bar & grill10755 Ravenna Rd.Twinsburg, OH 44087(330) 486-0978

scoundrel’s826 Front StreetBerea, Ohio 44017(440) 234-3455

shag-a-lee’s 381 Ashland Rd.Mansfield, OH 44905(419) 526-9179

slapsy maxie’s neighborhood pub1019 Mediterranean Ave.Columbus, OH 43229(614) 433-0077

snuffy’s reloaded1313 St. Rt. 6Bradner, OH 43406(419) 288-1718

sportsterz5422 Lake Rd E.Geneva, OH 44041(440) 466-2361

The rig pub & eatery9421 East Market St.Warren, OH 44484(330) 856-7992

Towne house Tavern199 David St.Marion, OH 43302(740) 383-9887

The villa Tavern 6303 Rip Rap RoadHuber Heights, OH 45424(937) 237-0091zeppe’s Tavern & pizzeria11110 Kinsman Rd.Newbury, OH 44065(440) 564-1300

Bike (& Cage) Washeswet willy’s21813 Aurora RdBedford Heights, OH 44146

CCW Classesdayton CCw(937) 486-4229daytonccw.com

freedom health and safety Training Center(740) CPR-LIVEfreedomhealthandsafety.comgreat lakes gun worx419 Superior St.Rossford, OH 43460(419) 754-9265

high Caliber pistol instruction llC(440)984-4551highcaliberpistol.com

mike’s gun sales(937) [email protected]

ohio CCw4u(740) 621-1584ohioccw4u.com

right To Carry llC(216) 469-0866righttocarryllc.com

scooterz-n-shooterz1840 Town Park Blvd # D Uniontown, OH 44685(330) 563-4683


ohio self defense(614) [email protected]

walsh defensive firearms Training Center llC5335 Broadview RdParma, OH 44134(216) 339-3824

Custom Paint & Airbrushexhale airbrushing40 Twin Lakes Dr.Enon, OH(937) 267-6586

flameThrower CustomsDoylestown, OHflamethrowercustoms.com(330) 658-2805

pamela shanteau(419) 644-5147Toledo, OH

wizard graphics11497 Youngstown Pittsburg RdNew Middleton, OH 44442(330) 542-4444

Equipment Tourtec Trailers7447 Allentown RoadElida, OH 45807(419) 236-5911

Gym & Fitness Centersking’s gym24775 Aurora RdBedford Heights, OH 44146(440) 439-KING

Insurancerider insurance1-800-595-6393www.rider.com

LodgingCamp sandusky3518 Tiffin AveSandusky, OH 44870(419) 626-1133

plantation motel2815 Cleveland Rd. EastHuron, OH 44839(877) 677-2770

Parts & AccessoriesamsoilBrian heitkampIndependent DealerRockford, Ohio(419) 942-1724www.lubedealer.com/savinggreen amsoil Tom lapumaIndependent DealerWilloughby, Ohio(440) 477-8085

arts parts Custom Cycle & service35 E. Church St.Marshallville, OH 44645(330) 855-3762

Bear’s vintage metalworks408 West Main St Ravenna, OH 44266(330) 297-7755

Bikes2nv5728 Westbourne AveColumbus, OH 43213(866) 739-BIKE

BrukusPO Box 2515Mount Pleasant, SC 29465(843) 822-6582

f-4 Custom windshields(330) 968-4644www.f4customs.com

nasty BaggersOrlando, FL1-800-649-0884

Retail911 Clothing5011 Brookpark RdCleveland, OH 44134(216) 398-7088

atocha Treasure Company9500 Corkscrew Palms Circle Suite 1Estero, FL 33928atocha1622.com

avon Boot shop38450 Chester Rd.Avon, OH 44011(440) 934-3230

Bison leather7409 W. Central AveToledo, OH 43617(419) 517-1737

Boot Corral7747 Mentor AveMentor, OH 44060(440) 918-1332

erie street leather416 Erie Street N Massillon, OH 44646(330) 833-2672

hard luck designs112 Coventry Ct.Lancaster, OH 43130(740) 808-2901

granny’s Cycle2443 S. 5th St.Ironton, OH 45638(740) 534-9463

hocking hills motorcycle ranch26860 US Hwy 33Rockbridge, OH (740) 385-4467

iron pony5436 Westerville RoadWesterville, OH 43081(614) 901-PONYmilitary pride 29348 Euclid AveWickliffe, OH 44092(440) 944-5180

norton sporting goods100 Norton RdWaldo, OH 43356 (740) 726-2616

scooterz-n-shooterz1840 Town Park Blvd Suite DUniontown, OH 44685(330) 563-4683

Three olde hens & a rooster22 South Main St.Ashley, OH 43003(740) 361-2470

Trd leather6321 Detroit Ave. Cleveland, Ohio 44102(216) 631-6233

urban gardensMarion, OH (740) 375-2800urbangardensohio.com

vivid jewelers27217 Wolf RdBay Village, OH 44140(440) 835-0111

Salesadventure harley-davidson1465 State Rt 39 NW Dover, OH 44622 (330) 364-6519

apex powersports938 Cookson Ave, SENew Philadelphia, OH 44663(330) 308-8900

athens sport Cycles165 Columbus Rd.Athens, OH 45701(740) 592-1692

Buckminn’s d&d harley-davidson1213 Cincinnati AveXenia, OH 45385(866) 218-1452

Carlton harley-davidson11771 State Route 44Mantua, OH 44255(330) 274-3141

Century harley-davidson3053 Eastpointe DriveMedina, OH 44256(330) 721-1702

Cleveland’s harley-davidson sales Company14550 Lorain Ave.Cleveland, OH 44111(216) 252-3111

Competiton accessories343 W. LeffelSpringfield, OH 45506(937) 323-0513

hales harley-davidson1400 Harrington Memorial Rd.Mansfield, OH 44903(419) 522-8602

harley-davidson sales & service 862 County Rd R3Napoleon, OH 43545(419) 592-7123


Sales continued...honda of marysville640 Coleman’s Crossing BlvdMarysville, OH 43040(866) 645-4080

integrity Cycles156 Dering AveColumbus, OH 43207(800) 969-2005

iron hogz power sports6387 N. State Route 48Lebanon, OH 45036(513) 836-3824

just for fun honda15255 Kinsman Rd.Middlefield, OH 44062(440) 632-1362

mad river harley-davidson5316 State Rt. 250/Milan RdSandusky, OH 44870(419) 502-2244motorcycle maxx5838 Columbus BlvdLewis Center, OH 43035(614) 883-5800

pony motorsports5436 Westerville RoadWesterville, OH 43081(614) 901-PONY

powder keg harley-davidson2383 Kings Center CourtMason, OH(513) 204-6962

rubber City harley-davidson32 E. Cuyahoga Falls AveAkron, OH 44310(330) 535-9900

signature harley-davidson1176 Professional DrPerrysburg, OH 43551(419) 873-2453

south east Cycles23105 Aurora RdBedford Heights, OH 44146(440) 439-5300

south east harley-davidson23105 Aurora RdBedford Heights, Oh 44146(440) 439-5300

The speed factory2864 N. High St.Columbus, OH 43202 (614) 267-7333

Toledo harley-davidson7960 W. Central AveToledo, OH 43617(419) 843-7892

Treasure Coast harley-davidson4967 SE Federal Hwy Stuart, FL 34997(772) 287-3871

warren harley-davidson2102 Elm RdCortland, OH 44410(330) 395-4700

western reserve harley-davidson 8567 Tyler BlvdMentor, OH 44060(440) 974-6900

valley harley-davidson41255 Reco RoadBelmont, OH(740) 695-9591

Serviceamerican v-Twin3440 Port Union RoadFairfield, OH 45014(513) 515-9249

arts parts Custom Cycle & service35 E. Church St.Marshallville, OH 44645(330) 855-3762

Balcer performance & restoration565 Broadway Ave Unit RBedford, OH 44146(440) 945-6829

Cheshire Choppers5750 St. Rt. 37, EDelaware, OH 43015(740) 362-0695

Cleveland motorcycle mfg Co. 4327 Lorain AveCleveland, OH 44113(216) 961-5151

Cycle analysis4984 West 150th StCleveland, OH 44135(216) 362-9060

driven Classics & Customs4230 Coonpath Rd Carroll, OH (740) 756-7776

granny’s Cycles1908 S. Main St. SWWarren, OH 44481(330) 393-3445

iron City Choppers1119 ½ 3rd St. Ironton, OH 45638(740) 534-9487

metal fab mafia 4232 Coonpath Rd.Carroll, OH 43112(740) 689-5780

performance engineering4327 Lorain AveCleveland, OH 44113(216) 961-5151

roeder racing & service3684 U.S Rt. 20Monroeville, OH 44847(419) 465-2247

rwB Cycles161 Yorkshire CtElyria, OH 44035(440) 365-0589

south east Cycles23105 Aurora Rd. Bedford Heights, OH 44146(440) 439-5300

steel Core Customs1104 S. Washington St.Circleville, OH 43113(740) 412-9349The Bike shop750 East Glenwood AveAkron, OH 44310(330) 940-2453

Twin visions4520 Alum Creek DrColumbus, OH 43207(614) 409-1060

Tattoo Shops546 Tattoo53 Benedict AveNorwalk, OH (567) 424-6200

Bad ass Tattoo46065 Telegraph RdAmherst, OH 44001(440) 986-3845

The dragons Cachet #1118 W. Chillicothe AveBellefontaine, OH 43311(937) 599-2258

The dragon’s Cachet #2320 N. GaverMonroe, OH 43311(937) 599-2258

empire ink335 E. Cuyahoga Falls Ave.Akron, OH 44310(330) 928-9833

iron Clad Tattoos36221 Lakeshore BlvdEastlake, OH 44095(440) 951-4-INK

lazy dave’s Tattoo27084 Lorain Ave North Olmsted, OH 44070(440) 777-4465

my museum Tattoo209 E. Ohio Ave.Dover, OH 44622(330) 343-8500

route 42 Tattoo201 S. Franklin St.Ashley, OH 43003(740) 413-4042

stained skin1255 N. High StColumbus, OH 43201(614) 297-SKIN

sudden urge Tattoos9360 Mentor AveMentor, Ohio 44060(440) 368-3529

Tri-state Tattoos418 S. 2nd StIronton, OH 45638(740) 302-7723

zebra Tattooz8934 State Route 14Streetsboro, OH 44241(330) 626-9776


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PRESENTED BYUpcoming Motorcycle Events

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All events are listed as per the information submitted to Thunder Roads Ohio. TRO is not responsible for inaccuracies or the specifics of the information provided. If you would like your event listed, please email details and your contact information to: [email protected] October 5, 2012final Bike nightPowder Keg Harley-Davidson2383 Kings Center CourtMason, Ohio7 pm - 10 pm513-204-6962www.powderkeghd.com

October 6, 2012union ironworkers motorcycle Club Benefit rideSponsored by Union Ironworkers Motorcycle Club Local 290Proceeds Benefit Family of Fallen Brother Ironworker Joe KingRegistration 10:00 am - 12:00 pmJackass Flatts6024 Rip Rap RoadDayton, Ohio$15.00 per MotorcycleMusic, Food, and MoreCome out and show your support for a (937) 222-1622www.uiwmc290.com/events.htm October 6, 2012hocking hills poker runFriends of the Hocking HillsLake Logan Ranch30443 Lake Logan RoadLogan, OhioRegistration 9:00 am – 12 pm www.hockinghillspokerrun.com(877) 403-4477 October 6, 2012got guts poker runCrohn’s & Colitis Foundation of AmericaQuaker Steak & Lube5935 Canal RoadValley View, OhioRegistration 10:30 am - 11:30 am

First bike out 11:30 amLast bike out 12:30 pm(216) 978-7959www.ccfa.org/chapters/neohio/

October 10th-14th, 2012Thunder Beach autumn rallyPanama City Beach, FLthunderbeachproductions.com

October 6, 2012oktoberfest 2012Harley-Davidson Sales Company14550 Lorain AvenueCleveland, OhioLive Music, Food, Drinks & MoreSee the Sam Adams Girls216-252-3111HarleyDavidsonCleveland.com

October 9, 2012men’s smoke outTobacco Products from Bell’s House of TobaccoPowder Keg Harley-Davidson2383 Kings Center CourtMason, Ohio7 pm - 9 pmRSVP 513-204-6962www.powderkeghd.com

October 13, 2012BiketoberfestProceeds Ghost Rider FoundationSouth East Harley-Davidson23105 Aurora RoadBedford Heights, Ohio9 am - 5 pmLive Music, Food & Drink Noon - 4 pm440-439-5300www.southeastharley.com

October 13, 2012zoli’s BiketoberfestNoon - 5 pmWestern Reserve Harley-Davidson8567 Tyler BoulevardMentor, OHPolka Music, German Food & Drink, Beer Stein Treasure Hunt, Prizes & More440-974-6900www.wrhd.com

October 13, 2012scary larry Cemetery rideNW Ohio MS SocietyWoodland Mall1234 N. Main StreetBowling Green, OhioRegistration 12:00 pm - 1:30 pmRain or Shine$20.00 Rider/$25.00 with PassengerRide fee Includes Pin(419) 466-3372

October 13, 2012dav harley’s heroesPowder Keg Harley-Davidson2383 Kings Center CourtMason, OhioDisables American Veteran’s Mobile Unit on Display10 am - 5 pm513-204-6962www.powderkeghd.com

October 14, 2012devil’s staircase ama pro hillclimb11:30 AM to 6:00 PMDayton MC1086 Corwin RdOregonia, Ohio(717) [email protected] October 14thThe autism motorcycle project - make it fitBike Giveaway Benefiting Autism SpeaksColumbus Walk Now for AutismHuntington ParkTickets $5 each1-855-MAKE-FITwww.makeitfit.org

October 14, 201212th annual zip it up runABATE of Ohio Inc. Region ZeroTrumbull/Mahoning CountyFaces Lounge13 Broad StreetNewton Falls, OhioSignup 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm(330) 272-2265,www.regionzero.abate.com

October 18th-21st, 2012BiketoberfestDaytona, FLofficialbikeweek.com

October 19, 20122012 fall open housePower Sport Institute21210 Emery RoadCleveland, Ohio 9 am - 3 pm800-322-7000 x 217www.psi-now.com

October 20, 2012Twisted Tea’s hot Thunder Bikini ContestStarts at 5 pmWhite Eagle Lounge5533 US 1Korona, FL850-206-6991

October 20, 2012halloween partyMad River Harley-Davidson5316 Milan RoadSandusky, OhioNoon - 4 pmAdult Costume ContestChili Cookoff, Sales, DJ, Games, Prizes419-502-2244www.madriverharley.com

October 20, 20123rd annual Covered Bridge rideAmerican Legion Riders Post 288208 East Main StreetWilliamsburg, OhioRegistration 11:00 am - 12:00 pmRider $10/Passenger $5Proceeds Benefit Ohio Veterans’ HomeGeorgetown, Ohio(513) 724-5553


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October 20, 2012Toys for Tots Toy run$10 Person or New ToySunset GrillUS Route 42Warsaw, KYSign in 11 am - 12 pmRide Leaves 12:30 pm859-609-1457

October 21, 2012ladies only garage party1 pm - 3 pmWestern Reserve Harley-Davidson8567 Tyler BoulevardMentor, OHRSVP 440-974-6900www.wrhd.com

October 25, 2012ladies only garage partyMad River Harley-Davidson5316 Milan RoadSandusky, Ohio5:30-8:30 pmRSVP 419-502-2244www.madriverharley.com

October 27, 2012haunted halloween party for Big & little kids10 am - 5 pmWestern Reserve Harley-Davidson

8567 Tyler BoulevardMentor, OHGhostly Motorcycle Manor, Prizes440-974-6900www.wrhd.com

October 27, 2012halloween spooktacularSouth East Harley-Davidson23105 Aurora RoadBedford Heights, Ohio9 am - 5 pmCostume Contest, Sales, and More440-439-5300www.southeastharley.com October 27, 2012lil’ hogs halloween partyMad River Harley-Davidson5316 Milan RoadSandusky, OhioNoon-3 pmKids Costume ContestTrick or Treat, Prizes, Food, and More419-502-2244www.madriverharley.com

October 27, 2012harleyween open houseCemetery Scavenger Hunt RideProceeds Marsha Kiss & Pediatric Brain Tumor FoundationC&A Harley-Davidson7610 Commerce Place

Plain City, Ohio10am to 5pm(614) 873-4604www.ca-hd.com

October 27, 2012halloween BashZeppe’s Tavern & Pizzeria11110 Kinsman RoadNewbury, OhioLive Music by Armstrong Bearcats440-564-1300www.zeppestavern.com October 27, 2012all hallows eve fall harvest rideMystic Storm Sisterhood620 South High Street RT 62 SouthHoltfield Station Hillsboro, OhioSign-up 10:00 am Kickstands up at 11:00Single rider $20.00 Couple $25.0050/50 Drawing-Raffles-Food-Music after RideProceeds Benefit Underpriviledged ChildrenChristmas Party with Santa and [email protected]

October 27, 2012halloween partyLive Music, No CoverThe Handle Bar34471 Vine StreetEastlake, OH440-975-1712 October 28, 2012walneck’s swap meetClark County FairgroundsSpringfield, OH$6/person 14 and under freewalneckswap.com

November 1st-4th, 2012lone star rallyGalveston, TXlonestarrally.com

November 10, 2012 aBaTe of ohio 26th annual motorcycle Toy runRegion 9 Franklin CountyToys R Us4285 Groves RoadColumbus, OhioAssemble at Noon - Leave at 1:00 pm614-554-4532Admission Fee One New Toywww.abate.com/ohio/region9



Was talking w/ a woman who is actually an experienced cook, but she said she had never prepared “country-fried” or “chicken-fried” (both terms means the same method of cooking) pork chops or steak, which was amazing to me, so here’s the simple recipe. COUNTRY-FRIED PORK CHOPS 1018 Bone-In Pork Chops (Center Cut) 2 X-Large Eggs2 Cups of Whole Milk2 Cups of All-Purpose FlourDash of NutmegSalt & Pepper to TasteA quality margarine, such as “I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter”. Don’t use cheap margarine or else you’ll dang sure have cheap tasting chops. Let your chops sit out about 15 mins. to get to room tem-perature while you pour your milk into a glass pie plate or any bigger bottomed, shallow bowl. Crack your two eggs into your milk and beat gently w/ a fork. Add your dash of nutmeg. Now pour your 2 cups of flour into a higher-sided, big bottomed bowl. Get as large a skillet as you got (I always use one of those long, electric skillets), as then I can do all my pork chops at one time. Go ahead and take a chop in left hand and dip into milk bath. I always poke at the meat a bit while in milk bath to tenderize it and let it soak up, then again take your left hand and transfer the chop over to your right hand mid-air and then proceed onto the flour bowl. You keep your dip hand and flour hand separate so that you don’t end up with two gooey hands and drag a bunch of flour into milk bath. But while your chop is in the flour, pat it well and coat it good on one side then flip over and pat it again to coat well. Place on a plate and finish up dunking and dredging the re-maining chops. Get your skillet up to medium hot, add 2 big tablespoons of margarine and melt down till sizzling. Arrange your chops so they all fit in your skillet but there’s plenty of room and no parts of chop are overlapping other chops. Salt & pepper uncooked side and then, gently life after one side has cooked for apprx. 4 minutes and make sure they are a true, golden brown, flip them, and salt & pepper the other side. You may need to add a few more pats of margarine around sides and kinda’ work up under chops to ensure that the just flipped side gets as evenly golden brown as the original side. Remove from skillet when done and plate up right away. Serve w/ fried apples or apple fritters or anything? apples! I’ll take a country-

fried pork chop over a steak any day of the week! *Note* If you dont have a long, electric skillet, then just do 2 batches, but be sure you place first batch in oven on low to keep hot. Don’t foil tent them or they’ll lose all their crispiness and just end up with a mushy top.

SIMPLE AS 1,2,3......CHEESE “BISKITS”Only 3 ingredients:1-1/4 Cups *Bisquick Brand Boxed Biscuit Mix1/2 Cup Grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese1/2 Cup WaterPreheat oven to 400 degrees. Place a silicone pad on a cookie sheet. Combine the biscuit mix and cheese in a small bowl. Add the water and stir until combined. Don’t over-mix. Just combine. Dough will be a bit moist. Drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto silicone pad and leave enough room for them to expand. Bake for about 10 minutes until they firm up but are nice and brown. Serve with honey butter. Just that simple, just that quick! *These are our daughter’s all-time fave. Hence, her nickname...”Biskit”.

GRANNY OLLIE’S BUTTERMILK PIE1-1/2 Cups Sugar1 Cup Buttermilk1/2 Cup Bisquick Biscuit Mix1/2 Cup Real Butter; melted1-1/2 tsps. Pure Vanilla Extract3 Large EggsGet your oven up to 350 degrees. Grease or spray a 9-inch pie pan. Put all ingredients in a medium bowl and beat for 1 minute with handheld elec-tric mixer or if you don’t have a hand mixer, just beat by hand until all ingredients mixed well. Pour mixture into prepared pie pan and bake for ap-prx. 50 minutes. Insert a toothpick into center and if it comes out clean.....it’s done! Cool for 5 minutes and let pie solidify and firm up. Slice and serve good and warm. Take a can of Extra Creamy Whipcream and make little flower dollops all over the top and place a rasberry or blueberry in center of each dollop. This is truly a little slice of Heaven from my Granny Ollie, up in Heaven.


a biker was riding along a California beach when suddenly the sky clouded above his head and in a booming voice the lord said “Be-cause you have Tried to be faithful to me in all ways, i will grant you one wish.” The biker pulled over and said, “Build a bridge to hawaii so i can ride over anytime i want.” The lord said, “your request is materialistic. Think of the enormous challenges for that kind of undertaking. The supports required to reach the bottom of the pacific! The concrete and steel it would take! it will nearly exhaust several natural resources. i can do it, but it is hard for me to justify your desire for worldly things. Take a little more time and think of some thing that would honor and glorify me.” The biker thought about it for some time. finally he said, “lord, i wish that i could understand my wife. i want to know how she feels inside, what she’s thinking when she gives me the silent treatment, why she cries, what she means when she says nothing is wrong, an how i can make a woman truly happy!” The lord replied, “you want two lanes or four on that bridge?”_____________________________________________________________

ole’s wife, lena, had been pregnant for some time, and now the time had come. so, he brought her to the doctor, and the doctor began to deliver the baby.

she had a little boy, and the doctor looked over at ole and said, “hey, ole! you just had a son!” ain’t dat grand!”

ole got excited by this, but just then the doctor spoke up and said, “hold on! we ain’t finished yet!” The doctor then deliv-ered a little girl. he said, “hey, ole! you got you a daughter! she’s a pretty little ting, too”.

ole got kind of puzzled by this, and then the doctor said, “hold on, we still ain’t done yet!” The doctor then delivered another boy and said, “ole, you just had another boy!”

ole was flabbergasted by this news!

when ole and lena went home with their three children, he sat down with his wife and said, “lena, you remember dat night we ran out of vaseline and we had to use dat dere 3-in-1 oil?”

she said, “yeah, i do.”

ole said, “uffda!, it’s a good ting we didn’t use no wd-40!



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