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Howdy Folks! Hope this finds you doing well and enjoying some quality saddle time. What happened to Spring time? We went from cold temperatures to scorching heat. Spring time is my favorite season with all the new green growth and flowers blooming. I love to smell flowers like honeysuckle, when I ride. Now is the time for the first hay cutting and the fresh cut grass scent smells wonderful too. East Tennessee is a beautiful place and we love living and riding here.

The recent biker gang shooting event in Waco, Texas was a big blow to

the motorcycle community and businesses. We have worked hard to educate non-riders and have tried to change the old stereotype that motorcycle riders are "gang members". As ridiculous as that sounds, there are still people out there who have that association. The 99% of motorcycle riders are generally law-abiding citizens who include professional business people and can afford the upscale motorcycles, accessories, clothing, traveling and all the other aspects of motorcycles. After this event occurred, some businesses decided to cancel their bike nights and pull away from the motorcycle world, which we were sad to hear about. Those businesses are cutting out a big section of customers and we hope they reconsider turning their backs on riders. That was an isolated, unique and horrible event; it should never have happened. Some cities have revoked rally permits after event organizers invested money into events. That will have long-term negative effects on everyone in the motorcycle world. We will overcome this, too!

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empower all of us who have served to find comfort on the open road.”

All stateside military can take advantage of this offer by visiting a Harley-Davidson dealer or going to www.h-d.com/militarylearntoride. If Riding Academy is not available in a particular area, Harley-Davidson will issue a Harley-Davidson gift card totaling the cost of the certified motorcycle safety program.

Those currently deployed outside the U.S. can also submit the “Learn to Ride” form by Sept. 13 and will receive a voucher for free motorcycle safety training that is good through 2016.

“For us at Harley-Davidson this is our way to thank the millions of people who have courageously defended our country and everyone’s personal freedom to ride,” said Christian Walters, managing director of U.S. Sales and Marketing at Harley-Davidson, and U.S. Army veteran.

From the flight deck of the USS Yorktown, Harley-Davidson today announces it is offering all

current and former U.S. military free Riding Academy motorcycle training. The new “Learn to Ride” program, open to active-duty, retired, reservists and veterans, begins on Armed Forces Day, May 16 and runs through Sept. 13.

Harley-Davidson teamed up with U.S. Army veteran and two-time Paralympian, Heath Calhoun, and six riders who are also in the military, to make today’s announcement by demonstrating fundamental motorcycle riding exercises aboard the USS Yorktown in Charleston, S.C.

“As a veteran, and a rider, I have found that nothing is more therapeutic than getting on my bike and taking a ride,” said Calhoun, Wounded Warrior Project(r) Alumnus and owner of a 2014 Harley-Davidson Tri-Glide. “I am honored to help Harley-Davidson

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Reintroduced in 2014 by popular demand, the 2015 VFR Interceptor had orders for

purchase before they landed on some of the Honda dealership’s floors. With its 782cc liquid-cooled 90-degree V-4 engine, the Interceptor has more torque, power and speed than you’ll ever need. And the V-4 VTEC engine runs on two valves per cylinder at low engine speeds and four valves per cylinder at higher revs which delivers more high-end power. It’s also equipped with fuel-injection mapping for a better low-end torque feel.

Jumping on it for the first time it felt like a true Honda sport bike, but I quickly learned that it was a lot more comfortable to ride longer distances once I took it for a 75-mile ride route. Running through the East Tennessee mountain curves brought about the thoughts of racing Road Atlanta without being wrist or back tired. During the ride, I stopped at a roadside café and was met by a couple other sport touring riders that asked me, “Great looking motorcycle…why didn’t you get a matching helmet?” (Speaking about my blue and silver full face helmet) That’s when they realized I was test riding one for a Honda review. They ran about 20 miles with me until we took separate routes. It’s great to meet new friends (Robert & Bill) while riding.

The Interceptor has a huge following and is really in a class all its own. It’s a cross between sport bike and luxury tourer. I believe someone said it was a combination of a “hard-edged, track-focused and unforgiving race-replica

2015 Honda VFR InterceptorBy The Mag Man, Randy Gracy

motorcycle, and a heavier, more powerful and comfort-oriented sport-touring motorcycle.”

The Interceptor has dual-stacked, front-mount radiators for a slimmer profile, radial-mount front brakes, and Pro-Arm swingarm. The adjustable seat height is a huge plus so different size riders have a custom fit. The deluxe model for 2015 has extra features we like on our machines; traction control, anti-lock brakes, self-cancelling turn signals, a center stand and heated grips.

The looks of the Interceptor is a nice, sleeker change from the old Interceptor or Honda’s 1200 version. It comes with both a rear seat and a cowling depending on the look you want. You can also add some nice optional equipment like painted matching saddlebags and bar risers for more of an upright ride. The Interceptor comes with both a rear seat and a cowling for a sleeker look.

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The Leesburg Bikefest is organized by the Leesburg Partnership along with Lake County, Progressive, Budweiser

and Gator Harley-Davidson. Beautiful downtown Leesburg, Florida was the site of the 19th Annual Leesburg Bikefest. Billed as the largest three day motorcycle rally and music festival, it draws as many as 300,000 motorcycle riders with something for everyone to enjoy; over 300 vendors, motorcycle shows, tattoo contests, an LED night parade, a Hot Rod Show and so much more.

The crowd seems to get larger and larger each year and only one thing could explain it…the Leesburg Bikefest ROCKS! Top line entertainers keep the large crowds entertained and this year was no exception with the likes of Lita Ford, Puddle of Mud and the Marshall Tucker Band not to mention over 80 local concerts around the area. Another reason the crowds keep returning and growing is the Leesburg community. The town opens their arms and welcomes visitors from across the country and around the globe. “It really is a great feeling when someone who lives there tells you, thank you for coming and come back soon. It’s something we bikers don’t hear all the time”, said Jeff Nowles from Mississippi.

19th Annual Leesburg Bikefest RocksBy The Mag Man, Randy Gracy

Having the event as a free admission event is just another reason to pack up the friends and family and come see how the town opens its arms for the motorcycle community. Hotels and restaurants were packed and it seemed everyone had a tremendous time. The coolest thing was a large map the Leesburg Partnership displays and they encouraged everyone to place a pin where they are from. A good sampling showed every state in the USA was represented as was every country in the western hemisphere and many from across the Atlantic Ocean.

Joe Shipes, Leesburg Partnership executive director reminded us that folks don’t need a motorcycle to enjoy the free event, it’s open to everyone. Next year’s event will be in the planning stages after a brief break and it promises to keep the throttle at maximum twist to bring even more folks out to visit the 20th Annual Leesburg Bikefest. For more information, see www.leesburgbikefest.com.



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Make sure if you're riding with friends that you've done some real riding with them. There's nothing like finding out your

riding habits are totally incompatible. You may ride in the rain, they don't. You might think 500 miles is a nice day, they may want to turn in at 300 miles. You may want to stop and smell the roses and see some sites, they may be "ride hard and get there" people. Your traveling companions can make or break a trip.

Planning Your Route

I used to say, "Blessed are the flexible because they won't break." Now I take that up a notch and say that it's better to be fluid so you can flow. The beauty of

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Packing

Pack smart - pack light. In the long run, you will be happier. Clothes can be washed. Items can be bought. I always do a first gathering of items and then whittle it down. I use a soap called Miracle Soap (you can find at health food stores). You can wash your hair, body and clothes with the same item. Break down other toiletries into absolutely necessary amounts. Rolling clothing allows for tighter packing and less wrinkles.

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On April 30th, in Orlando, Florida hundreds of cars and motorcycles roared their engines high to announce

the arrival and ground breaking ceremony for London’s Iconic Ace Café. From the corner of West Livingston Street and Garland Avenue, a “Start Your Engines” British-style “Roar Up” started opening ceremony and ground breaking of Ace Cafe Orlando. Since 1938 the legendary Ace Café has been “The” place to be if you were into motorcycles, fast cars, rock & roll and have a passion to share your love of all those with like-minded people.

Now those same type people will be able to come into the Orlando Ace Café and feel

London’s Iconic Ace Café Breaks Ground in the U.S.

By The Mag Man, Randy Gracy

the nostalgia from the old and combine it with the new with a little American twist. Ace Café will be located downtown within 3 acres and in three historic buildings. Inside Ace Cafe

Orlando there will be a restaurant and bar, a cafe, an art gallery, retail shops and a live music stage. The menu will be American roadside diner concept with made-from-scratch home-style comfort food, with some British favorites like Bangers & Mash, Fish & Chips, and Scotch Eggs, but with a twist that captures the authentic spirit & flavors of some of the best back road joints and specialty fare.

“We’re going to put about $7 million into this. We’re going to make probably about 250 jobs here in the downtown area, “said Steve Glum, the Chief Marketing Officer for Ace Cafe North America.

“We haven’t had anything exactly like this ever. It’s been an event venue for nightclubs and now it will be the premiere car and motorcycle venue in the United States,” explained Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer.

“For generations, Ace Cafe has been the gathering place for those passionate about the rock ‘n’ roll culture and a love of fast moving machinery,” explains Mark Wilsmore, owner and Co-Managing Director of Ace Cafe London. “It was only a matter of time before we landed in the USA, and with our partners Ace Cafe North America, we are here breaking ground on a great location in Orlando.”

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• Healthier, stronger knees and thighs: A well-known orthopaedic surgeon in Indy once told me that motorcycle riders have fewer knee problems

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• Improved core strength: Again, all of the activities involved in steering a bike, moving it at slow (continued on page 22)

How Motorcycle Riding Improves Physical Health

By Dr. Pamela Reilly, ND, CNHP, CNC, CPH, CWHS

speeds, etc., serve to strengthen muscles in the abdomen. It’s more fun that situps! .

• Increased insulin sensitivity: Because riding a motorcycle is a low-impact form of exercise, people who ride have improved insulin sensitivity for up to eight hours after a ride. Improved insulin sensitivity has a profound impact on weight loss, because insulin is a fat storage hormone. Having improved insulin sensitivity means your body will produce less insulin to counteract carbohydrates or to lower blood sugars, which means your body will be signaled to store less fat. The improved insulin sensitivity is also of great importance to anyone with Type 2 diabetes. (See my post, Diabetes and the Art of Motorcycle Riding for info on how riding a bike significantly lowers blood glucose levels.) .

• Calorie burning: Riding a bike burns calories. Period. Getting everything ready for a ride takes time and burns calories,

but there’s more. Think about it … it requires effort while riding to maintain balance, shift, brake, control the clutch, battle headwinds, etc., and that’s AFTER you burn calories backing the bike out of the garage! Riding into a headwind burns a significant amount of calories as your body tenses muscles to fight the wind and stay on the bike. This constant

resistance exercise not only burns calories but serves to strengthens those muscles, which ultimately increases your metabolism. Additionally, the physical effort exerted while turning, especially at higher speeds, can be significant. Folks who ride motocross or race motorcycles can burn up to 600 calories per hour; the rest of us burn around 200-300 calories per hour. Not bad! (Note to passengers: You burn zero calories per hour while riding passenger on a cruiser, and potentially up to 50 calories per hour while riding passenger on a sport bike. Maybe it’s time to consider getting your own bike!)

• Improved neck strength: This one is limited to those riders who wear helmets and those who have

taken the time to properly fit themselves to their bike with the correct handle bars, seat, foot pegs, etc. Riding a bike that doesn’t “fit” well can actually cause back pain and destroy proper alignment. Make sure your bike fits you! Wearing a helmet for a few hours a day would strengthen your neck whether you ride or not. Wearing it while riding, especially if you don’t have a windshield to shelter you from the wind, requires significant strength. I’m happy to say, much to my chiropractor’s chagrin, I was able to reverse whiplash simply by riding my bike and wearing a helmet. (I never ride without one.)

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(continued from page 20)Strengthening my neck muscles served to pull my neck vertebrae back into alignment and back into the proper curvature. That is a therapy I can live with!!! .

• Mental outlook: Motorcycle riders usually report returning from a ride feeling energized and happy. Many riders refer

to their motorcycle as their “therapist.” Riding a motorcycle has a wonderful way of releasing endorphins that serve to boost mood and improve outlook. The time spent on a bike also provides valuable sun exposure, known to increase Vitamin D levels which are known to be powerful mood enhancers. Additionally, the hours of alone

time spent on the back of a bike either allows folks to completely escape from their problems or allows them to work through problems and consider issues from different perspectives. I know more than one rider who hops on their bike and takes a ride when they have an issue needing consideration. (This does not, of course, apply to issues causing great distress.)

That’s it! Riding a motorcycle has definite health advantages, both physical and emotional. As always, ride smart. Get thoroughly trained before starting to ride and then take time to practice on back roads before hitting main

thoroughfares. Take your time and don’t try to beat lights or get in front of slow drivers. As always, NEVER drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Even one beer can affect reaction time enough to impair shifting, clutch operation and turning ability. Just don’t do it.

I’m off to ride. Have a great day!

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A community comes together in support of a mother who 11 years ago, lost her child and grandchild. Kathy Casey-Nale woke

up one morning only to find that daughter Jennifer and granddaughter Adrianna were missing. Never giving up the hope that they will be found, Kathy keeps a strong, positive drive and continues to bring awareness to their missing status with a motorcycle ride every year, The Chain of Hope Ride. The motorcycle ride this year attracted over 500 family, friends and supporters who help and encourage Kathy to continue her vigil and to keep the memory of Jennifer and Adrianna in everyone’s thoughts and prayers.

Kathy stated that if the girls are not found alive, she hopes the investigation can give her family

closure. “I would like to bring someone to justice and to put somebody behind bars. If that don’t happen, what means more to me is knowing where they’re at, what happened to them, putting them in my family’s cemetery and having a place to take them roses on their birthday.” There is $27,000 in reward money offered for information that leads to a conviction in the deaths of the Jennifer and Adrianna Wix, including $10,000 announced by Gov. Bill Haslam in February.

Law Enforcement officials have never closed the case and vow to never give up the search. Sheriff Bill Holt stated in past, “I strongly believe that there are persons in this community who know what happened to Jennifer and Adrianna, but who have been reluctant to come forward for one reason or another. We today strongly encourage our citizens to help us provide answers and closure to the family, and, as circumstances warrant, justice to these two young persons who chose to live in our area.”

Kathy, Jennifer and Adrianna are in Kristin and my prayers and we will continue this search and awareness with Kathy…until they are found.

Jennifer & Adrianna

The Chain of Hope RideA Mother's Will to Find Her Missing Daughter & ChildBy The Mag Man, Randy Gracy

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KENTUCKYJun 4-6: Kentucky State H.O.G. Rally at Wildcat H-D, London. Awesome riding destinations, vendors, scavenger hunt, live music, bike games, bike show, poker run, parade of flags and more. You don’t want to miss this event! FMI 606-309-3848 or www.kystatehogrally.com

NORTH CAROLINAJun 13: Bike Show! North Carolina Moose Riders, Kernersville Moose Lodge, Kernersville. Cash Give-Away & Bike Show, Live Music Drawing for $500.00,

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Jun 13: War Dead Memorial Restoration at Applebee’s, 2564 Alcoa Hwy, Alcoa. Breakfast all you can eat pancakes & sausage, $5 donation, 7-9am. Escorted

ride: $20/double, $10/single. Ends at VFW, 2561 Hobbs Rd, Louisville.

Jun 20: Bikers For Brayden Memorial Benefit Ride. Start at Biker Rags, 10609 Kingston Pk, Knoxville. Ends at Clark Center Park, Oak Ridge. Registration at 10am, KSU at noon. Cost $20. Cookout, balloon release, door prizes, t-shirts. FMI [email protected] Proceeds to East TN Children’s Hospital and the Oak Ridge Boys & Girls Club

Jun 20: Ride for Kids! at Smoky Mountain H-D, Maryville. www.smh-d.com

Jun 21: Ride for the Ridge at Smoky Mountain H-D, Maryville. www.smh-d.com

Jun 21: Celebrate Father’s Day at Whiskey River Wild, 1645 Downtown West Blvd, Knoxville. 865-281-3268

Jun 27: Relay For Life Motorcy-cle Run, 2704 E Andrew Johnson Hwy, Morristown. Starts at Clas-

$300.00, $200.00 with $5.00 Hot Dog ticket. 8 classes with trophies and Best of Show! Vendors, 50/50 drawings, T Shirts. donations to various charities. Free Event. FMI: [email protected] or 336-592-9042

SOUTH CAROLINAJun 13: Ride For The Child Poker Run at 1899 Gentry Memorial Hwy, Easley. All proceeds from poker run benefit The Parenting Place to prevent child abuse and neglect in upstate SC. Cost: $30. KSU: 11:00. www.TheParentingPlacePCA.org

TENNESSEE - EASTJun 8: Bring in your best friend for a cold one at Whiskey River Wild, 1645 Downtown West Blvd, Knoxville. FMI 865-281-3268

Jun 11-12: Etowah Moonshine Festival 1817 Delano Rd (off Hwy 411) Delano TN 37325. 2 day Moonshine Festival with Roy Grooms, JimTom, Mark and Digger, Steve Brown and Hurricane Ridge Band. Bluegrass music, food, vendors, and drinks.

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Jun 13: United Veterans of Blount County Breakfast & Ride at Applebee’s, 2564 Alcoa Hwy, Alcoa. Help is needed to raise funds for our Veterans/Families in need. Money from this event will also be going to the War Dead Memorial that is being remodeled. Open to bikes and cages. $20.00 rider/$10.00 passenger. KSU: 10:00. FMI: Karen Strickland 865-228-0137

Jun 13: Ride For Sight at Bojangles, 2134 Jacksboro Pike, LaFollete. Bike ride and prizes. $20 donation per bike. Registration 8am-10am, KSU at 10:30 am. FMI 243-562-5217

Jun 13: Knoxville Devils 2nd Bike Run at Ace’s High Sign Shop, 12215 Chapman Hwy, Seymour. To raise money to get our elite cheerleaders to nationals in Grand Rapids MI. A good ride with food, raffles and fun. Bike contest $10 entry fee. $20 single rider $10


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Jun 20: Benefit Poker Run for Bubba at 147 Dobbins Pk, Gallatin. Bubba was in a motorcycle wreck in March and has no medical insurance. He is doing well but still has a long road to recovery. Poker Run Live Music Food/Drinks $5 at gate $20a hand $5 per passenger $100 for best hand (10:00am) $25/person. FMI: [email protected]

Jun 27: 2015 Luau at Appleton H-D, Clarksville 5-8pm. Great island food, Hawaiian dancers, brew, giveaways and live music by Joel Brown.

Jul 3-5: Rockabilly Bike Rally and Blues Hog BBQ & Music Festival in Jackson. Come out to hear some great bands and enjoy some amazing food! Featured excursions to destinations throughout the region will give you the opportunity to explore and discover our hidden treasures. BBQ competition in the Kansas City BBQ Society. FMI www.ridersandrockabilly.com

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Jun 11-14: Republic of Texas Biker Rally, 20th Anniversary. Austin. Lynyrd Skynyrd will headline Saturday night. www.rotrally.com

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Jun 13: The Dragon Roars – Back of The Dragon at Tazewell County Fair Grounds, 515 Fairground Rd. Tazewell. Motorcycle Run: The Jimmy Ramey Jr. Memorial Veterans Run, Register: 10am-12pm, $20/single, $25/double. Run: 12:30pm-5:00pm, prizes, great food and live entertainment following the run. Please come and ride and show your support for the Veterans of Foreign Wars and

sic Leathers and ends at How-met Corp. Lunch provided and lots of door prizes. All proceeds go to Hamblen County Ameri-can Cancer Society. $20/person. KSU: 11:30. FMI: 423 317-3301 or [email protected]

TENNESSEE - MIDDLE & WESTJun 1-30: Father & Son Riding Course at Appleton H-D, Clarksville. Book both, only $150 each (savings of $200). Reserve your spot today.

Jun 5-7: Smith/Wilson/Stones River Charter CMT/ABATE Semi-annual points rodeo at 5859 Hartsville Pk, Lebanon. Winners receive medallions. $10/pers or $15/couple. Kids 12 and under free, kids 13-17 $5 each. Rustic camping Fri & Sat nights. Venders welcome-$20 includes 2 free admission. FMI 615-310-3436

Jun 6: Dave Morris Memorial Ride, 112 East James Campbell Blvd, Columbia. $10/bike/vehicle. 30 to 40 mile scenic ride that ends at Henry Horton State Park for lunch-Dutch Treat. All proceeds benefit a downed biker. Organized by the Knights

for Christ Chapter of CMA. KSU: 10:00. FMI: [email protected]

Jun 6-7: High Forest Rumble Motorcycle Enthusiasts Rally Destination at TN National Raceway, 316 Race Track Dr, Hohenwald. Support our Veterans. $15 / 2-day pass or $10 / 1-day pass. Motorcycle giveaway and motorcycle gear giveaway. FMI 931-796-3436 or [email protected]

Jun 13: Ride with the Blue Knights TN V 2nd Annual Benefit Ride (rain date 6/20) at Boswells H-D, Fesslers Lane, Nashville. Registration starts at 9am. KSU at 10am. Ride ends at Lynchburg Outdoors/Barrelhouse BBQ. Registration fee $25 / bike + $5 rider, includes lunch. FMI call 615-400-7828

Jun 18-21: Junebug Boogie Motorcycle Rally, 115 Waterloo Rd, Cookeville. Awesome music with Mustang Sally, Atomic Dogs, Aunt Betty, Moccasin Creek, Whiskey Guitars & Handlebars. Crazy contests, field events, wet t-shirt contest, Mr. & Miss Junebug


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Jun 21: As Girls Go w/Roxie Randle at Willy’s Bar & Grill, Knoxville, TN

Jun 21: Chip Acoustical & Micalini Jams at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL

Jun 24: Crush & Ladies Night at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL

Jun 25: As Girls Go w/Roxie Randle at Quincy Park District Summer Concert Series, Quincy, IL

Jun 25: Chris Hiatt & Bike Night at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL

Jun 26: As Girls Go w/Roxie Randle at Tuscan Hills Winery, Effingham, IL

Jun 26: Chip Acoustical & ETC at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL

Jun 27: As Girls Go w/Roxie Randle at St. Nicholas Brewing Co at Du Quoin, IL

Jun 27: Ray Wylie Hubbard at The Shed, Smoky Mountain H-D, Maryville, TN

Jun 27: Chris, Guitar Wizard & Tommy Mac Band at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL

Jun 28: Chris Hiatt & Micalini Jams at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL

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the American Legion. FMI www.backofthedragon.com or 276-988-5726

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Jun 3: Tommy Mack & Ladies Night at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL

Jun 4: Hiatt Experience & Bike Night at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL

Jun 5: Chris Hiatt Acoustic & ETC at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL

Jun 6: Chris Hiatt Acoustic & Jack Knife at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL

Jun 6: Leon Russell at The Shed, Smoky Mountain H-D, Maryville, TN

Jun 7: Yesterday Today & Micalini Jams at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL

Jun 10: Jack Knife & Bike Night at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL

Jun 11: Hiatt Experience & bike night at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL

Jun 12: As Girls Go w/Roxie Randle at Walt’s Pizza, Marion IL

Jun 12: Chip on Guitar & Tommy Mac at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL

Jun 13: Chip on Guitar & Bottoms Up at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL

Jun 13: Start Me Up at The Shed, Smoky Mountain H-D, Maryville, TN

Jun 13: As Girls Go w/Roxie Randle at Evandy’s Boatel, Meredosia IL

Jun 14: Chip Acoustical & Micalini Jams at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL

Jun 17: Tommy Mac Band & Ladies Night at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL

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Jun 19-20: Chris Hiatt Guitar Wizard & Hiatt Experience at Boot Hill Saloon, Daytona, FL

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30- Southern Biker Magazine June, 2015

Spring Bike Rallies are coming to a close, and while I was on my way back from Myrtle

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