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Road and Food: Living to Ride...Riding to Eat
By Joe Stormin’ Norman and Rockin’ Robin www.roadandfood.com
The riding season has been a slow start for me due to a personal injury so my food adventures haven’t taken me too far from home but as they say some of the greatest things to do and see are in your own back yard. So let me tell you about a couple that I have discovered. Attention all BIG BOY EATERS like me!!! Kickstand Bar & Grill in Camp Lake, WI may be off of the beaten path in a little one horse town but the food options on a select menu offer big bite flavor. It has an old school biker bar feel with great food and always ice cold drinks, which are both very affordable. A large appetizer menu to start, I order Cajun chicken tenders which were the perfect combination of blackened seasoning but the homemade chicken tenders were surprisingly juicy. Add a side order of special seasoned waffle fries; I could have eaten a pound of them if my body would have let me… After my appetizers I took a deep breath to prepare myself for the special event. The signature famous Kickstand’s Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich! Now being from the east coast I have had my share of some of the best known Cheese Steaks in the world (Gino’s & Pat’s in PA) and this by comparison I have to say… is better. The portion and quality of the meat, provolone cheese, grilled peppers, onions and mayo (which I wasn’t expecting) tasted so good...I ate it slowly so the flavor would last longer. Now here is a fact. The restaurant down the road, took their cheese steak off the menu because it didn’t compare (and it’s staff and owners order lunch from Kickstands)… I want to thank the father and son owners of Kickstand Bar & Grill, Ken and Steve for making me feel at home and a shout out to Kellie behind the bar! Make Kickstand Bar & Grill a riding destination and come hungry.
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Being an Elvis nut, I love Memphis BBQ… Hell I just love BBQ and now there is a great place in Fox Lake, IL. Mogies Bad Boy BBQ in Fox Lake has many unique appetizers and one of my all-time favorites are the Deep Fried Pickles!! Mogies does a great job with two choices of this special treat, BBQ or regular and both are great! And my prediction for a “New American Comfort Food” the Loaded Twisted Pipe. A foot-long deep-fried hotdog wrapped in twisted fries and served with corn bread, BBQ baked beans and cheese. I had a kick-ass slab of ribs and the best BBQ chicken I have ever had. I don’t know how “Bad Boy” Ray does it? I’m just glad he does. Check out his weekly specials on the facing page. There is so much to talk about the best I can do is convince you to stop by and try it yourself and tell Ray that Stormin’ sent you... Every Wednesday evening Ray and his better half Kortnee host a fun bike night with a DJ, games and drink specials from the Dwight house and of course great BBQ.
I want to personally thank Ray for helping me break up with Jenny Craig and enjoying a finger-licking good lifestyle again. A big welcome to Rockin’ Robin, a great addition to our team, local rider and foodie who has some additional food places featured below and will be contributing to our web-site features regularly. Go to the website and submit a review of one of your favorite food destination, for your chance to win Living to Ride… Riding to Eat Gear and lunch on us! See you on the road. Ride safe and never ride hungry!
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As a new contributor to Motorcycle R.A.G. I’m enthusiastic at the opportunity to lead you to exciting spots to fill your bellies and cool your pipes. First stop: Twisted Cuisine, 7546 Sheridan Rd., Kenosha, WI 53143 262-564-0220 www.twistedcuisine.com - You can also find and like them on Facebook. This is a place for the adventurous diner for casual gourmet fare with a “twist”. Owners Heidi Naef and Rhonda Bell along with Chef Erika Buskirk offer a fun atmosphere with great food and service. Our feast began with a lobster spinach dip, served with baguette rounds; rich and creamy, the perfect prelude to our dinner. 2012 Summer Volume II - Issue 17 - Midwest Rider Activity Guide - Motorcycle R.A.G.
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I was torn between the Lobster Mac & Cheese (highly recommended by our server) or the Parmesan Encrusted Rib Eye. The Rib Eye won out and was cooked to perfection accompanied by a bake sweet potato served with whipped cinnamon butter, YUM! My dining companion chose the Sour Cream & Onion Potato Chip breaded Perch (offered on Friday’s only – along with other Friday Fish Fry Specials). Also melt in your mouth delicious. Stuffed full from dinner, I chose a liquid dessert; a German Chocolate Cake Martini, The perfect ending to a fantastic meal. Next time I must indulge in the Fruit Loop Cheesecake; individual cheesecakes encrusted in crushed Fruit Loops, deep-fried and served with a Mango Sauce. Other popular dishes are: Fried Cheese Ravioli served in a Sun Dried Tomato and Artichoke Cream Sauce, Alligator Chenier – alligator meat pounded thin, stuffed with a crab stuffing, served with a marinara sauce, Buffalo Ribs and the Throwback Scallops. Seasonal specials may include Snapping Turtle, Yak or Kangaroo and there are always creative weekend specials. Service was informative, friendly and efficient. Parking at Twisted Cuisine is limited, however Advanced Auto across the street graciously allows parking along the north fence line in their lot. Reservations are recommended on the weekends. Cash and all major credit cards are accepted Open Tuesday – Thursday for lunch and dinner. Friday and Saturday for dinner starting at 4 p.m. My second review will lead you to my favorite kick back, close to home spot that is my regular Sunday “on the way home from a great ride” stop. Sand Bar & Island Grill, 3101 E Lakeshore Dr.,Twin Lakes, WI 53181 - 262-877-9500 - www.snadbarandislandgrillTL.com This little island paradise can be found on the shores of the Lake Elizabeth Marina in Twin Lakes, WI. Opened in 2009 by Carlo DiCarlo this open-air establishment gives a Key West feeling and is shared by both bikers and boaters. The food is awesome; service is great and the view even better. A great place to watch the boats come to shore or a beautiful summer sunset. My weeklong anticipated Blackened Grouper Sandwich served with a homemade lemon and aioli sauce on a bakery bun served with crispy Sweet Potato fries had me drooling. Also amazing is the Seafood Slider Combo; one crab lake slider, one blackened grouper slider and one teriyaki tuna slider. Fresh shucked oysters and fresh steamed mussels bathed in a garlic butter and white wine are offered on Friday, Saturday and Sundays. Also gaining rave reviews is the Homemade Smoked Fish Spread served with pita chips and the hand breaded Duck Tenders served with raspberry BBQ sauce. And to wet your whistle I highly recommend the Tropical Long Island, or one of the daily drink specials. A Rum Chata Mudslide satisfied my craving for something sweet. The Sand Bar and Island Grill is kid friendly and offers a treasure chest filled with toys and activities to keep the little ones entertained while the big kids kick back and enjoy the surroundings. Reservations can be made on line: or by calling. Cash, Visa, MC and AX are accepted. Open 7 days a week at 11 a.m. Parking across the street in their private parking lot. I hope that you’ll give these establishments a try next time you’re out for a ride in southeastern, WI. Please send me suggestions of your favorite stops and I’ll gladly take a scoot to review. Anyone know of a place with fantastic Fish Tacos? Whatever it is, it’s better in the wind. - rockinrobin@mc-rag.com 2012 Summer Volume II - Issue 17 - Midwest Rider Activity Guide - Motorcycle R.A.G.
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Loose Change By Robert Shelton, Instructor Woodstock Harley-Davidson Riding School Woodstock, IL. How many of us pay attention to pennies, nickels and dimes? That’s what I figured, not many. You get the change back from small purchases and it turns into an annoyance in your pocket and what to you do but toss it onto a counter, table or dresser. After a bit it piles up and is all over the place and it needs to be cleaned up and converted. Gravel is a lot like loose change which should have much more attention paid to it. Gravel is loose change on the roads and intersections. Gravel is one of the most annoying not to mention dangerous conditions when spread on pavement while driving through the many miles of back roads. It can bring a bike down in no time if the rider is not paying attention. I know this from personal experience. This season, I have found quite a large percentage of four wheeled vehicle drivers to be quite less than excellent in their driving abilities. In fact I constantly see drivers cross over the center lines into my lane coming through turns and sweepers. I also see many drivers edge the shoulders where they kick up gravel into the turns. Here are my thoughts on the best way to handle loose change gravel on the road and get it converted into a non-event situation so that you can continue on with your ride and return home to relax and have your favorite beverage. Pay attention and look at the turn or sweeper and see if there is gravel. Slow down a bit before the turn or sweeper. If I have never been through this turn before, then I slow down. I don’t know what to expect. As I have stated before, I err to the side of caution. One slip up can ruin an entire riding season. Most of the time gravel gets swept out of the tire tracks and you wind up with gravel in the center of the road and some on the sides but clean on the tire tracks. Therefore, it is important to maintain and hold your line of tracking. Stay in the outside or inside track and maintain your track all the way through the turn or sweeper. If you try to cut an apex you’ll be going right over the gravel in the middle and you could most certainly have an incident that will make for an unpleasant end to your day. As much as a throttle jockey as I can be, I pay very close attention to turns, intersections, and sweepers for gravel. I am constantly on the lookout for gravel. When the road is clear of debris or gravel then I enjoy my ride to the fullest extent. But, when I find loose change on the pavement, I am prepared to slow down and handle the situation without incident. I write these words to truly make you more aware and be more alert to gravel that can come up on you. This way you are better prepared and ready for when the unexpected comes up on you. Until next time, only you can determine how good a rider you are. 12
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Pandemonium: Star Studded Workforce at Hupy and Abraham, S.C. By Tony “Pan” Sanfelipo Founder, ABATE of Wisconsin Sturgis Freedom Fighter Hall of Fame, 2002 I was going to write about some of the issues facing bikers these days, like noise ordinances, checkpoints, etc., but instead I thought I’d brag a little about the people I work for and with at Hupy and Abraham, S.C.. Over the years I’ve seen a lot of attorney ads, some good, some not and some that just pissed me off. I get a kick out of the guy in a three piece suit standing next to a Harley claiming that he’s a biker attorney. Then there’s the ads that insist that you must hire an attorney that rides because only he knows what motorcycle cases are all about. Right! Don’t get me wrong, an attorney that rides is cool but it doesn’t mean as much to me as an attorney who is a good litigator. I’ve seen riding attorneys that I wouldn’t let handle a parking ticket for me. Once you get past if the attorney is good or not, then you should ask, “What does he give back to the bike community?” Well, after years of fighting for bikers rights and consulting with scores of different attorneys I think I’ve found a good home with the attorneys at Hupy and Abraham, S.C. Do our attorneys ride? Some of them do, including partner Jason Abraham. More importantly, they have winning records in court. Partners Michael Hupy and Jason Abraham are Board Certified Civil Trial Specialists, members of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, and partner Chad Kreblin was twice named Super Lawyer Rising Star, classifying him in the top 2% of all Wisconsin lawyers under the age of 40. All of our attorneys have winning records and we have offices in Milwaukee, Madison, Appleton and Green Bay, Wisconsin as well as Gurnee, Bloomington and Rockford, Illinois. Our motorcycle division is comprised of bikers who work hand in hand with the attorneys and motorcycle clients. I’ve been honored to work for Hupy and Abraham, S.C. for over 20 years as a motorcycle accident investigator. I am a founder of ABATE of Wisconsin (1974), an EMT and Accident Scene Management instructor, first person to be inducted into the Freedom Fighter Hall of Fame in Sturgis (2002) and a member of the Lawmakers, founded by Sen. Ben Nighthorse Campbell. 14
- from left Attorney Tim Schelwat, Investigator Rich Kuchenbecker and Investigator Tony “Pan” Sanfelipo arriving at Hupy and Abraham, S.C. Milwaukee office.
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Lead investigator and property damage handler, Gary Fordham has been a member of the biker community since the early 1970’s. He has helped settle over $10,000,000 in property damage claims and used to own a biker bar in Waukesha, Wisconsin after retiring as president of a local motorcycle club there. Another motorcycle accident investigator, Gary “Quinn” Schmidt, is a fixture in the motorcycle community in Milwaukee and past president of an old and established club. He’s also trained in several martial arts disciplines and was a personal trainer in the past. Drew Webb is a property damage handler in our Milwaukee office and has performed in a number of classic rock bands in Milwaukee, including his former band Doctor Snake Oil. His current band is Snake Bite and Drew also performed in Sturgis with Martin Jack Rosenblum’s Spirit Farm Band. Rich Kuchenbecker has joined the Milwaukee staff as an investigator and he brings a rich background to the job. He retired as Deputy Chief for the Village of East Troy Police Department, ran security for Alpine Valley Musical Festival and worked in Police Sales for the Harley-Davidson Motor Company. New to our Gurnee, Illinois office is Linda “Jo” Giovannoni. Jo is an icon in the motorcycle community, growing up in the Chicago area. Not only was it rare to see a woman on a motorcycle when she started riding, she did her own wrenching and worked at a dealership in the parts department. Her love of motorcycling opened my doors for her and she eventually started the second chapter of Women in the Wind. Soon after, she and Chris Sommer (who later married Pat Simmons of the Doobie Brothers) started Harley Women, a magazine devoted to the woman rider. Jo has been inducted into the Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Sturgis, as well as the National Motorcycle Hall of Fame in Iowa and the AMA Hall of Fame in Ohio. She was one of five women featured in the documentary, She Lives to Ride, and she will be featured in a special exhibit, Paving the WayThe Women of the Motorcycle Hall of Fame, at the Buffalo Chip Campground, Sturgis, South Dakota, at this year’s Sturgis Rally. Bob Sumption works out of our Bloomington, Illinois office as an investigator and has been riding motorcycles most of his adult life. He is the former president of an A.B.A.T.E. of Illinois chapter in central Illinois and attends many of the bike events in his state. I don’t know of any firm that has a dedicated staff as qualified and experienced as this group of bikers. It’s a real privilege to be associated with this much talent. Not only does Hupy and Abraham, S.C. have these great employees in the motorcycle division, there are dozens of paralegals, legal secretaries, account staff and clerks to assist all of our clients in the professional style we are known for. Besides the exceptional people I get to work with each day, I marvel at the generosity of this firm. The motorcycle faction is only one part of a complex and diverse client base we serve. Speaking for the motorcycle community part, I’ve seen literally millions of dollars donated to motorcycle organizations and causes and public awareness messages like our famous “Watch For Motorcycles” bumper sticker and billboard campaign. Hupy and Abraham, S.C. is an amazing place to work and serves the motorcycle community better than anything else I’ve seen and I’ve been around a long time. Peace, and ride safe.
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If you haven’t noticed lately the gas you’re putting in your bike may smell and look a little different than it used to. Well if it looks weird and smells weird it probably is. We have been seeing more and more problems with the fuel systems in the bikes coming into the shop. With the way they’re making fuel these days with this “ethanol garbage” E85 and the low octane crap the fuel companies have been passing off on us, it’s amazing our bikes even run anymore. If you don’t believe me take a cup of this so called gas and pour it in a drain pan and give it a few hours in the air. The gas turns into what looks like a karo syrup look alike and if it does that in the air, (it just makes sense) what it’s going to do in a month or two in your gas tank? Lately we’ve been having more and more problems with the carb floats sticking and gas pouring out of the overflow and the jets are getting gummed up and causing performance issues. When we take the carb apart it actually looks like mold growing inside the carb and sometimes we actually have to pull the float needle out at its seat with a small pair of pliers. The other place you have to think of on non-fuel injected bikes is the petcock. Newer models have a vacuum assisted petcock on them (for the lazy riders that find it too hard to shut the gas off) poor quality gas will eat away at the insides of the petcock and cause the flow to be reduced, creating more running and performance issues. The petcock screen inside the tank can also be an issue as well, other than the obvious solution of just riding your bike more and run the gas out of it; we’ve found that a cap of sea foam in every tank of fuel seems to help. But the best way we’ve found to help the issue is to get a couple gallons of racing fuel and keep it around in a can. When you go to fuel up your bike, before you leave just put a half gallon or so in the tank then top it off at the gas station. This will boost your octane and give your engine a little more performance as well as helping with this garbage fuel problems (also it will drive these EPA environmental whack-jobs out of their mind) LOL! Remember if your bike ran good the last time you rode and the next time you take it out it runs bad, it’s most likely not going to be a jetting or tuning issue. Many people come in and ask to have their bike tuned or jetted because of a running issue that has just popped up out of nowhere. Well, it’s probably just a dirty carb or an issue brought on by crappy fuel or another dirty fuel system part. The other day a customer came in and said his bike was running lean and popping thru the carb spitting back. These are all lean condition issues, but that doesn’t mean that you need to rejet or adjust your carb. But something is wrong and causing the problem. Another customer came in and said he thought his problem was an air leak so he bought some intake gaskets and seals and went home to change them. A couple hours later he called back and said that didn’t work and came in and bought new intake flanges 16
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thinking they were warped. The next day he called back said that didn’t work either and wanted to have me look at it. I took the carb off and remove the float bowl and as he said he cleaned the carb and jets, I started looking at the intake and he had installed the seals correctly. Looking a little deeper I noticed it had a vacuum petcock so I check the vacuum line from the carb to the petcock for leaks, again no problem. So I popped off the fuel line and checked the gas flow, which was good, but then I noticed that the fuel was running out of the fuel line but I didn’t have the vacuum pump hooked to the petcocks vacuum line. I thought how can that be? The fuel supply shuts off when the vacuum isn’t present. Then I realized the problem. The petcocks vacuum diaphragm had a leak, which was causing his vacuum leak and his lean condition, I replaced his petcock (with a non-vacuum model) and plugged off the vacuum port at the carburetor and the bike ran perfect. Most of the time when the vacuum diaphragm quits working the fuel supply almost every time gets shut off. This just proves my point about fuel issues, you don’t solve performance and running issues on a bike that has always ran good by tuning or rejetting. Remember next time your bike starts running bad look at everything with today’s crappy gas it’s almost always the issue. Other than that, Ride Your Bike, it’s the best way to keep fresh gas in your tank....
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Milwaukee’s Minomonee River Valley
www.visit-the-valley.com BBC LIGHTING
Places of Interest
Food
Sobelman’s Pub N Grill
www.milwaukeesbestburgers.com - 414-931-1919
BBC LIGHTING
BBC Lighting
www.bbclighting.com - 414-933-0808
Conejito’s Mexican Resturaunt
Harley-Davidson Museum
Palermo’s Pizza
Great Lakes Distillery
Motor Bar & Restaurant
Potaqatomi Bingo Casino
www.conejitosplace.net - 414-278-9106
www.palermospizza.com - 414-643-0919 www.harley-davidson.com - 414-287-2778
www.harley-davidson.com - 414-278-2789 www.greatlakesdistillery.com - 414-431-8683 www.paysbig.com - 414-645-6888
Hotels
Iron Horse Hotel
www.theironhorsehotel.com - 414-374-4766
Ramada
North on 6th Street - 414-272-8410
Double Tree
North on 6th Street - 414-273-2950
Hilton Milwaukee
North on 6th Street - 414-271-7250
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AMERICAN MADE
Check out Victory Motorcycles! Barb and Kevin Nichols A+ Victory Dealership, Elkhorn, WI Victory Motorcycles are built by an American company with USA pride in Spirit Lake, Iowa. There are many models throughout the lineup for all styles of riders. From the sleek look of the Jackpot to the popular Cross Country Touring and the striking look of the Vision you’re sure to find the right motorcycle for you. The bikes have plenty of power with their 106 cubic inch fuel injected V-Twin motor and standard oil cooler and 6 speed transmission on all models. Victory offers a smooth, well balanced comfortable ride. You’ll find happy Victory riders everywhere. Bikers who have the passion to ride from Iron Butt Runs to Coast to Coast rides and share their Victory pride where ever they roll thru. Victory puts you out on great American roads with the ultimate combination of American value and muscle. Follow your passion for adventure, exploration and excitement with a cross-country trip on a Victory luxury touring motorcycle. At A+ Victory in Elkhorn, WI it’s the passion to ride that has owners Kevin and Barb Nichols jumping on their Victory motorcycle any chance they get. A recent ride to the Smokey Mt.’s., staying in a cabin in the Tennessee hills and riding the winding curves of the dragon tail were highlights on their trip. Ask them about the ride back to WI of 850 miles straight home in 105 degree temps and you’ll see a smile and a chuckle on how easy and comfortable the ride was on their Victory Vision. If you’re looking for a dealer who offers the largest selection of Victory apparel and accessories with the knowledge and passion for Victory Motorcycles with a great selection of bikes then head to A+ Victory in Elkhorn, WI to take a test ride. No matter where you live, All Back Roads Lead to A+ Victory!
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Biker Friendly Worship & Churches A&D Biker Ministries www.adbikerministries.com 238 Chicago St. (Community Christian Church), Racine, WI.
Bethel Presbyterian Church - 219-767-2494 110 E. Hamilton Street, Union Mills, IN.
Belvidere Fellowship Church - 815-544-6856 153 South State Street, Belvidere, IL. 61008
Bridgewood Church - 248-625-1344 6765 Rattalee Lake Road, Clarkston, MI.
Central Assembly of God - 920-465-0455 831 Schoen Street, Green Bay, WI.
Central Christian Church - www.centralwired.com Milwaukee Road, Beloit, WI.
Crossroads Church - 847-362-7120 1350 IL.Route 137, Grayslake, IL.
East Gate Alliance Church - 715-387-3654 2203 East Becker Road, Marshfield, WI.
First Church of Christ, Scientist - 847-381-0939 421 E. Main Street, Barrington, IL.
First Reformed Church - 920-324-2321 422 W. Franklin Street, Waupun, WI.
First United Methodist Church of Forreston - 815-938-2380 Route 26, Forreston, IL.
Leaf River United Methodist Church - 815-738-2321 Route 72, Leaf River, IL.
Franklin Christian Church - 217-675-2718 100 Main Street, Franklin IL.
Harvest Evangelical Free Church - 920-887-0799 W7444 Highway 33, Beaver Dam, WI.
Hermantown Community Church - 218-729-8797 4880 Maple Grove Rd, Duluth, MN.
Live Ministries - 586-739-0429
51220 Danview Technology Court, Shelby Township, MI.
Maranatha Assembly of God - 217-423-2452 555 W. Imboden Dr., Decatur, IL. 62521
Otisville Assembly of God Church - 810-631-4555 9444 Dodge Road, Otisville, MI.
Peoples Church - 608-362-7556
340 West Grand Avenue, Beloit, WI 53511 - www.beloitpeopleschurch.com
St. Raphael the Archangel Catholic Church - 847-395-3474 2101 E. IL Route 173, Antioch, IL. 60002
Silverwood United Methodist Church - 810-688-2198 2750 Clifford Road, Silverwood MI.
Victory Baptist Church - 815-539-9081 1610 Stroble Avenue, Mendota, IL.
Victory Tabernacle Church of God - 920-469-7729 2088 Allouez Ave, Green Bay, WI.
The Vineyard Church - 218-525-3462
5202 Colorado Street, Duluth, MN. & 1533 Arrowhead Road, Duluth, MN.
Willow Creek Community Church - 224-512-1576
67 E. Algonquin Rd, South Barrington, IL. www.willowcreek.org/motorcycle
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2011 summer issue of Wisconsin and Illinois Biker Information Guide
Beloit, WI Ride: Beloit, WI. Where to www.visitbeloit.com www.visitbeloit.com
Beloit is a beautiful riverfront community located On a motorcycle or in a car, anytime of the year ison the Wisconsin/Illinois central Wisconsin, a good time to visit aStateline, beautiful in riverfront community.along the I-90/I-43 corridor. It is a friendly welcoming A central location in Wisconsin on theand Wisconsin/Ildestination for motorcycles. Enjoy FREE live music linois State-line along the I-90/I-43 corridor, Beloit along is a the riverfront almost every Friday night the summer, along festivals, museums, historical landmarks, friendly and during welcoming destination forwith motorcyclists. Enjoy FREE live music along the riverfront almost every Friday night during the summer, along with festivals, Blackhawk Farms Raceway, beautiful parks, an award-winning Downtown, Snappers museums andofhistorical landmarks. Visit points of Mid-west, interest inbiker the area likebars, BlackBaseball, one the largest Farmers Markets in the friendly reshawk Farms the beautiful parks,a one the largest in taurants and Raceway, hotels. Beloit will be filming Bikerofsegment withFarmers DiscoverMarkets Wisconsin the and the Downtown, biker friendly bars, restaurants this Midwest, year, scheduled toaward-winning be aired in 2012. and hotels will make you and your group feel welcomed. Beloit is also the starting point for your Wisconsin Highway 51 experience. HighHwy is aribbon ribbontying tyingthe theNorth Northtotothe theSouth, South,stretching stretching from way 51 51 is the from thethe tiptip of of Northern Northern Wisconsin to Southern Louisiana. Bisecting the country, this road offers Wisconsin to the Southern Louisiana. Bisecting the country, this road offers travelers travelers a true “slice of America. Beloit offers one of the most beautiful routes a true “slice” of America. Beloit has one of the most beautiful routes on Highway on 51. Hwy 51 and is the starting point of a northbound Wisconsin Hwy 51 experience. Visit www.visitbeloit.com to download your copy of “The Road Starts Here” Biker Visit www.visitbeloit.com to download your copy of “The Road Starts Here” Biker Guide for some of the attractions you can enjoy while visiting Beloit. While there, Guide for some of the attractions you can enjoy wile visiting Beloit. While there, look for the “Welcome to Beloit” window cling on the window of biker friendly eslook for the “Welcome to Beloit” window cling on the window of biker friendly establishments. You Guide while are while there,you at tablishments. You can can also alsopick pickup upaacopy copyofofthe theBiker community Bikeryou Guide any of their Welcome Centers. are there, at any of their Welcome Centers.
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Paint Feature: The Evolution of Flames By Steve Wright Custom Painted Vehicles www.cpvehicles.com
One of the coolest things about going to the Harley-Davidson Museum is seeing how the styling evolved every year, and a big part of the styling was the paint job. The changes are so incremental that I think it would be very entertaining to see an animation of the first Harley motorbike morphing into the latest 2012 model. Over the years the stylists at HD have been very conservative for the most part, which leaves the door wide open for the average enthusiast to create his or her own look. In the past, one of the most popular design choices has been the classic flame paint job. No one knows who was the first, but odds are it was just some guy messing around in the back yard on his buddy’s car. One theory has it that they were trying to hide flaws in the paint with out having to paint the entire vehicle. Whatever the story, flames were soon the most popular look on the hot rod scene. It didn’t take long for the motorcycle crowd to follow. Over the years we’ve scene many trends in custom paint from flames to candy apple colors, large metal flakes, pin stripping, scallops, and even fully airbrushed rides with fantastic surrealistic scenes. Recently, we’ve seen a variety of new paint techniques that add cool textures to an expanding palette of choices that a custom painter has to choose from. There are marbleizing techniques, burnished metal or grinds as some people refer to them, splatters, water spotting, and cob webbing just to name a few. One of the most popular new techniques we’ve seen in a long time is the “true fire” look developed by Mike Lavallee. This trend started in the early 2000’s and swept the country. When done correctly, it imitates the look of fire so accurately that it’s hard to take your eyes off of it. So far it shows no sign of slowing down as everyone puts their own twist on it. So what do you think the next trend will be in custom paint? I’ll give you a hint: where there’s fire there’s…that’s right, smoke, and it’s really nothing new. In the 1950’s painters would take an acetylene torch and turn off the oxygen to produce a smoky flame, which, when brushed quickly across a painted surface, left convincing smoke trails. It seems like no matter what comes along in the custom paint world, there is always someone looking at the old ideas and being inspired to recreate them in a new way. As a painter, I like to see paint that utilizes a variety of techniques instead of just one. For example, when marbleizing came along we saw whole vehicles covered in this amazing texture. The problem is, once you’ve seen one, you’ve seen them all. So next time you are looking for inspiration for that new custom paint job, look for examples in the magazines and on the web that take it to the next level. 22 2012 Summer Volume II - Issue 17 - Midwest Rider Activity Guide - Motorcycle R.A.G.
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Health Feature:
Preparing yourself for the ride Acupuncture - What for?
By Michelle Tate and Lisa Tomoleoni Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine, www.aommchenry.com
Last issue we wrote about what acupuncture is and a little about how it works. This issue we would like to present a variety of specific health concerns we have addressed for biker friends of ours, and how they were able to experience better health, and, of course, enjoy riding more. We’ve asked them to comment on their experience with this healing system. We treated Jimbo for recovery from his knee surgery. He had torn his meniscus quite severely, and had a fair amount of arthritis in the joint. He began treatments with us the day following his surgery, and healed in half the expected time. About his recovery, Jimbo said, “I had knee surgery in February. I was worried that I wouldn’t be able to ride my bike in April so I went to A.O.M. and got acupuncture treatments. It relieved the pain and made my knee feel a lot better, and gave me more mobility. So it really, really helped speed up my recovery. It was wonderful. I’m still going for tune-ups. I highly recommend people try it.” Pain is usually what brings most people to us, but we treat other health conditions as well. A man came to us for shoulder pain. We treated him, and soon after, his wife started treatments for her COPD. Both have experienced an improvement in their quality of life and ability to do the things they want to do. She said, “My husband and I ride a bagger. We have been going to Michelle and Lisa at Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine for treatments off and on for a year or more, my husband for his shoulder and me for COPD. We have experienced significant results performed in a very professional yet comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. For any skeptic out there, as they say, you have nothing to lose and a lot to gain”. These folks continue to visit from time to time to maintain the best health possible, which is common. In fact, some people come to our clinic for no specific complaint, but just to enhance well-being. Acupuncture can treat a wide variety of things. We had one biker friend who came to us for migraine headaches. She had suffered from them for many, many years. Going through a day with a migraine had become the norm for her. Within a few treatments she noticed a big change- the migraines were a lot less frequent and a lot less severe. When asked to comment about her situation, Frogonaharley said, “I have been seeing Michelle since November 2011. First...and ongoing impression of Michelle is her caring nature and always willing to explain and help me understand what she is doing and how acupuncture works. The training that she has gone through is more than impressive and it translates wonderfully into our sessions. I can say that I am getting relief from my migraines, and I’m sleeping better, and feel a bit less stressed. On top of this Michelle has been talking to me about some relaxation techniques to help out with my days. I can honestly say that Michelle is someone who listens and truly cares about her patients and their progress”. For people who are interested but don’t quite know what to expect, or have questions, give us a call and talk to us. We want to help as many people as we can to enjoy their lives better- on the road and otherwise. Enjoy the summer and ride safely! - Michelle and Lisa
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ABATE of Illinois:
Kneez in the Breeze By Judy “Chooch” Kaenel, President DuKane Chapter A.B.A.T.E. of Illinois Inc.
Many bikers take their freedom to ride as they choose for granted. They take for granted that not only can they choose to ride helmet free in the State of Illinois, but they also take for granted that they may ride the roads free from discrimination and/or persecution just because they are bikers. What frustrates me is that a large number of bikers do not know how many times A.B.A.T.E. has gone to bat for them. They shrug their shoulders, brush us off as political fly that annoys them and motor on without a care in the world. Arrrrggghhh!! What would you do if A.B.A.T.E. was not around to pick up the proverbial balls that get dropped? Recently, A.B.A.T.E. of Illinois was involved in a boycott of a motorcycle parts expo that was located in Tinley Park this past February. A.B.A.T.E. of Illinois decided that since these particular promoters of this event refused to allow entry to anyone wearing colors, we as a State Motorcycle Rights organization would not participate and pulled our booth from the show. Outrage ensued..... And oh boy did it! I and another chapter president were harassed by vendors, strangers and even friends who felt that we were hurting the business owner or we were just plain dumb. Yikes! That hurt – Not!
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To stand by this boycott was not a difficult decision. I visit many clubs, associations, and organizations and speak to them about A.B.A.T.E. and what we stand for. To talk out the side of my mouth will never be acceptable to me. When I tell these bikers that I and other chapters will stand for them in Springfield and DC, that we will support their rights and yes that includes the right to represent their club by wearing colors then we will never turn our backs in a decision no matter how unpopular it may make us.
The plain truth about A.B.A.T.E. is that we stand by ALL bikers! We fight daily for your rights! Do you know that in the 1970s the NHTSB was on a mission to completely eradicate all bikers from the roads? A.B.A.T.E. lobbied and stopped that discrimination. We have kept state roads open to bikers such as Lake Shore Drive in Chicago, we have made it possible that ATV riders, Off-Road Riders, Snowmobiler’s even Skiers can ride where they want to and enjoy their freedoms and recently our state was able to change wording on IL-SB3452 to drop or rectify language regarding hot dogging on your bike i.e. wheelies and did the Sport Bike community a BIG favor by getting penalties reduced. So we as members of A.B.A.T.E. cringe when we see signs “No Colors Allowed”. Discrimination comes in many forms. Too many times you see this blanket statement regarding colors but when you enter a venue, you will see MCs and Organizations wearing their colors. Huh??? Who are these promoters, business owners, even states trying to keep out? Picking and choosing a biker that meets your sensibilities or safety nets is not what we at A.B.A.T.E. stand for. We support and fight for you – the biker, no names, and no distinguishing attributes just the BIKER. Ride Free – Join A.B.A.T.E.!
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ILLINOIS RUNS & EVENTS:
for full details of these runs and events (with maps and flyers) visit our calendar page at www.mc-rag.com or scan this tag......
Saturday, July 7th – Big Bend, WI. BIG Summer Bash Party. R.A.G. Appreciation party! Motorcycle R.A.G.’s summer
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party at the Road Guardians Compound, W231 S8755 Wynn Dr, Big Bend, WI. Vendors – Live Music and Live Stage Entertainment sponsored by Hupy and Abraham S.C. – Door Prizes - Chinese Auction - Jaeger Girls and the “Infamous Jaeger Slide” – Ride in Bike Show – ALL YOU CAN EAT AND DRINK FOR ONLY $20. Budweiser and Sprechers Rootbeer on open tap!!! Raffles tickets available for the Official Raffle Drawing for the BIG Benefit Raffle the Grand Prize -Stateroom for two on Sold-Out “High Seas Rally” Western Caribbean Biker Cruise in October 2012.
Saturday, July 7th – Springfield, IL. American Legion Legacy Run – Sponsored by American Legion Riders Post #32. The ride starts at American Legion Post #32, 1120 Sagamon Ave, Springfield, IL. Registration begins at 10:30am and the motorcycles go out at 12pm. Benefits Legacy Scholarship Fund. Call 217-415-6464. Saturday, July 7th – Shorewood, IL. Ride for the Girls Breast Cancer Awareness and Education Ride. State Police Escorted Motorcycle run from Chicago’s Washington Park to Conrad H-D. Call Jerilyn Ross at 773-744-8291
Sunday, July 8th – Woodstock, IL., “Big Cat” Ride to Valley of the Kings Sanctuary – 10am Woodstock Harley Davidson Dealership
– 9:30am Dealership is at 2050 S. Eastwood Dr, Woodstock, IL (Southwest corner of Hwy 14 & 47) visit www.woodstockharley-dav.com Sunday, July 8th - Peotone, IL. - 28th Annual Peotone Motorcycle Swap, Show & Rodeo (Summer Show) Expo will be held at Will County
Fairgrounds in Peotone Illinois. Thousands of bikers will be buying, selling and/or trading all kinds of motorcycle goodies. There will be vendors from all over, motorcycles of all brands, new and used parts, Motorcycle Rodeo games with trophies awards, bike show of all classes with trophies awards, Live Music, leather, motorcycle related novelties, door prizes, food, beer and lot more. Hours: 10 AM until 4 PM. Admission: $9 per adult, Early Birds Admission $10 per adult from 7-10 AM only. Address: Will County Fairgrounds - 710 West St. Peotone (40 miles south of Chicago off I-57 at exit 327). For more info please call 1-800-800-6034 or visit www.peotonemotorcycleswap.com
Wednesday, July 11th – McHenry, IL., “Summer Smoke Show” Bike Night McHenry Harley Davidson Dealership –Dealership is at 2103 W.
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Saturday, July 14th – McHenry, IL., “Fiesta Days” Rock and Rev Motorcycle Show - McHenry
H-D Dealership -
at 2103 W. Rte. 120, McHenry, IL 60051 on corner of Chapel Hill Rd. www.mchenryhd. com
Saturday, July 14th – Zion, IL – 5th Annual Save-A-Vet Benefit Ride Spon-
sored by Bird Dob Whiskey, Kur 82 Vodka, Motorcycle R.A.G., Road Rage Designs, Lake Shore Harley Davidson. Starting at Lake Shore H-D, 14000 Rockland Rd., Libertyville, IL., Ending at Kickstands Bar & Grill - 7622 Camp Lake Rd. Camp Lake, WI. Reg. 9am – 11am, last bike out by 11am. $20 rider and $10 passenger- includes food and entertainment. Pre-register and receive a cooler, patch and koozie. Approx. 100 miles and end w/live music, a pig roast, and more. Call 815-349-9647 or http://www.saveavetcharityriders.com/fundraiser.html Saturday, July 14th – St. Charles, IL - US Veterans Charity Run. Fox River H-D, 131 S. Randall Rd., St. Charles, IL. To support a residential treatment facility for homeless veterans struggling with war-borne trauma and substance abuse disorders. Reg. from 8:30am – 10:45am and first bike goes out at 11am. The fee is $15 for the rider and $10 for any passenger. Ride ends with music, food, vendors and more. Call (630) 966-9000 or go to www.hopefortomorrow.net
ILLINOIS RUNS & EVENTS:
for full details of these runs and events (with maps and flyers) visit our calendar page at www.mc-rag.com or scan this tag......
Saturday, July 14th – Chicago Ridge, IL – 2 Old 2 Cold Christmas in July Toy Run. Line up begins at
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9am. The fee is $10 with a new toy or $15 without. The 25 mile scenic ride ends at Bobby McGee’s 10139 S. Harlem Ave., Chicago Ridge, IL. Noon til 5pm with music, food, and raffles. Call 773-339-2973
Saturday, July 14th – Sugar Grove, IL - Mutual Ground Poker Run & Concert. The poker Run Registration will be held at Open Range Bar & Grill, (Bliss
Creek) 1 Golfveiw ln, Sugar Grove Il. 60554 from 10:30-noon. Donation for poker run $15 driver, $10 for passenger. The benefit concert $10 at the door. (Riders and passengers entry is covered by poker ...run entry) Run through Bliss Creek, The Brown Pub in Hinkley, Hink’s Bar in Sycamore, Maple Park Pub, Mott’s Lounge in Burlington and end at Open Range Bar & Grill with a concert featuring “BACK COUNTRY ROADS” and ”Whiskey Creek”. Raffles, door prizes, and separate prizes for the poker run. You do not have to ride a motorcycle to attend this event. EVERYONE is welcome at Open Range @ 6pm. Please come, have a great time and help support a much needed community center. Call Jeremy @ 630-450-1175
Saturday, July 14th – Pekin, IL – ‘Can You See Me Now’ Awareness Parade. RAINMAN’S 2nd annual ‘Can You See Me Now’ Awareness Parade. Event is
FREE!! no sign-up fees. We are raising awareness that the streets are shared among all drivers and riders, in honor of fellow riders that have fallen victim to tragedy and support for their families. JULY 14th, 2012. Rough guideline of route: up Court St., across Veterans Dr., down Broadway, North on 29 through Creve Coeur and East Peoria, 74 to 474 to Bartonville, and Antiques back to Pekin (subject to change). You Clothing,Shoes do not have to be a rider or own a motorand Accessories cycle to show support for a great cause, Unique Treasures stand on the sidelines, make signs, post signs at your business. T-shirts will be available to purchase (straight from the printer, no profit for the event) soon for Create your unique biker style with onethose who were wanting them, featuring of-a-kind, unique and vintage pieces. a brand new amped up design, or feel free to wear your shirt from last year or any other hi-viz shirt you may own, but y k c u please NO profanity on the shirts. L t a ere
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Sunday, July 15th – Woodstock, IL - Dealer Ride with Doug Jackson – 9:30am Wood-
stock Harley Davidson-Dealership – Scenic ride led by GM Doug Jackson. Dealership is at 2050 S. Eastwood Dr, Woodstock, IL (Southwest corner of Hwy 14 & 47) visit www.woodstockharley-dav.com
Sunday, July 15th – Round Lake, IL - Disabled American Vets Poker Run & Bike Show sponsored by American Sentinels MC at Four Coyners Bar & Grill, 302 Nippersink Ave., Round Lake
IL 60073 847-740-3742 for more information http://americansentinelsmc. us First bike out at 9am Last bike in at 4pm. Rider $20/Passenger $10. EARLY REGISTRATION (By June 20) Rider $15 Registration includes: Ride, One(1) Event T-Shirt (food, soft drink, Band & DJ) *Additional Poker hand maps and additional T-Shirts can be purchased for $10 ea. *Cash Bar - First Place Hand $100 / Second Place Hand $50 - Third Place hand $25 - Any ties will split prize money (example: If 2 people have a full house and that is the best hand, they will split the combination of 1st & 2nd place prize or $75 each. - Judging for bike show to be held at 5pm , winners announced at 6pm - First Place- Plaque and $25 / Second Place- Plaque / Third Place- Plaque / People’s Choice- Plaque PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT THE (DISABLED AMERICAN VETS) Sunday, July 15th – Elgin, IL, - Chicagoland Ride for Kids. Staging Elgin Community College, Elgin IL $35. This ride will loop back to the start point. There will be a lunch, Celebration of Life program, Awards and Much More. For more info call 800-253-6530 http://www.pbtfus.org/rideforkids/events/2012/chicagoland.html Sunday, July 15th – DeKalb, IL, - Biking with Beanzie 2012 a Recrea-
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Saturday, Jul. 20th – 22nd – Pecatonica, IL. Breast Fest Rally Beautiful location at the Winnebago County
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Saturday, July 21st – Woodstock, IL. - Faythe & Emily Benefit Ride – 10am Woodstock Harley Davidson Dealership – at 2050 S. Eastwood Dr, Woodstock, (SW corner of Hwy 14 & 47) www.woodstockharley-dav.com Saturday, Jul. 21st – Bartonville, IL – Bikers for Ta-Tas 5th Annual Charity Ride. Sponsored by Webbs Roadhouse, Uncle Stewys Roadhouse, Henry
Harbor, Tilted Kilt and White Oaks Sports Bar. The ride starts at American Legion, 4501 Airport Rd, Bartonville, IL. Reg from 9am to 12pm. The ride fee is $20 for rider, $10 for passenger. The ride fee includes a meal. The ride will go approximately 180 miles with five stops before ending with a DJ, 50/50 drawings, raffle prizes and more. For more info go to http://www.bikersfortatas.com
Saturday, Jul. 21st – Bensenville, IL - Teamster Horsemen Charity Summer Bash. This Event will Help US Help the Manteno Veterans, Breast Cancer
and other Charities, Donation is $10.00, come and taste Leon’s famous BBQ Ribs and Chicken “ALL YOU CAN EAT” till food runs out, food ready at 3pm, we will have music, 50/50 and Raffle tickets avaliable to win a total of $3000.00, our Raffle numbers will coinside with the Illinois pick 3 lotto November 3, 2012, your Raffle ticket will be good for 2 chances to win, Mid Day and Evening. NOTE: 1072 East Green is East of County Line/Mt Prospect Rd, the street sign will say Franklin Av, we are about 1 mile East of Victory Auto. http://teamsterhorsemen.org or 630-707-8989
Saturday, Jul. 21st – Gurnee, IL - Frogs for Freedom Run 2012. Navy SEAL Frogs for Freedom Midwest Run 2012 Sign up at Fat Man Inn Pizza Pub – 36309 N. Skokie Hwy, Gurnee at 9am/ kickstands up 10:30am. $30 per rider, $15 per passenger. Police Escorted Motorcycle & Fun Car ride through Northern IL and Southern WI. Return same location for food, drinks, raffles & fun! All proceeds benefit the NAVY SEAL foundation. Available: Ride shirts $20, Patches $10, and coins $3. Anyone can purchase even if not participating in the ride. Shirts, patches & pins available to reg. participants while supplies last. Door prizes, raffle prizes, and 50/50. 2-wheel, 3-wheel & 4-wheel riders all welcome. All proceeds benefits US NAVY Frogmen & families of our lost brothers. More info. Mike Ryan 708- 408- 7645 or lostfrog48e@sbcglobal.net – Jon Burrow 815-341-8757 or gmcburrow@yahoo.com – Eric Burris 317-402-3050 or seal_pup@msn.com - visit www.nswfoundation.org or www.udtseal.org Saturday, Jul. 21st –Lisle, IL -3rd Annual Toys for Tots Summer Run. The run start at Evviva, 1017 Front St, Lisle, IL. Reg. at 10am and first bike out at 12pm. The fee is $20 for rider and $10 for passenger. Fee includes a 2012 Toys for Tots motorcycle pin. Pre-register by July 18th and receive 20% off registration. The ride ends in St. Charles with raffles and 50/50. The proceeds go to the Toys for Tots Foundation. Call (630) 669-8748 or go to http://dupage-il.toysfortots.org 2012 Summer Volume II - Issue 17 - Midwest Rider Activity Guide - Motorcycle R.A.G.
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Saturday, Jul. 21st – Sauget, IL – The Penthouse Club and PT’s 11th Annual Poker Run. By The Pent-
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house Club, PT’s, and Shady Jacks. The poker run starts at The Penthouse Club, 1401 Mississippi Ave #10, Sauget, Il. Reg. at 9:30am. Poker run is 65 miles. The first place hand receives $1,000, second place $500.00 and third place $250.00. Call 314-627-0700, or go to http://www.responderrescue.org
July 21, 2012- Springfield, IL- Freedom Ride for Justice Poker Run.
Sponsored by Knuckleheads and Justice for Illinois’ Wrongfully Convicted. The poker run starts at, Knuckleheads, 2000 N. Peoria Road in Springfield. Registration is from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm and the motorcycles go out at 1:00 pm. Stops include: Trading Post, Oakford, IL, The Brick, Bath, IL and The Grainery, Pleasant Plains, IL. The event ends with raffle drawing, live auction, music and food. Registration includes t-shirt, coozie and food. All proceeds go to Justice for Illinois’ Wrongfully Convicted, a non-profit organization. On line registration is available. Email: mailto:info@jiwc. org, or go to http:// www.jiwc.org
Sunday, July 22th – Woodstock, IL – Top Cats 17th Annual Ride for Dreams. Benefiting NISRA the Northern Illinois Special Recrea-
tion Association. NISRA welcomes participants of all ages and ability levels in programs. Pre-schoolers - Senior adults can experience the benefits of involvement in recreation activities with close staff-to-participant ratios to assist people with disabilites in achieving their greates success. Programs enhance socialization and foster independence. 8am - 4pm at Woodstock Harley Davidson 2050 South Eastwood Drive, Woodstock, IL. 8am - 4pm. For more visit http://www.topcats.org or www.nisra.org July 22, 2012- Barrington, Illinois. 1st Annual Motorcycle Run for The Friends of Nathan Foundation. In Between Rockford and Chicago, IL at
Penny Road Pub, 545 Penny Road, Barrington,IL 60010. This run is open to everyone with check in at 9 AM and first bike out 10 AM. At 2 AM, the Party starts. $25 donation, includes food, door prizes, silent auction and live Music featuring “Unincorporated”. The FONF raises funds to help provide support for children with cerebral palsy and other debilitating diseases. For more information: Sharon.pennyroadpub@yahoo.com or visit www.pennyroadpub.com or www.thefriendsofnathanfoundation.com 34
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Saturday, July 28th – Woodstock, IL - Helping our Heroes’ Benefit Ride – 10am Woodstock Harley Davidson Dealership – Dealership is at 2050 S. Eastwood Dr, Woodstock, IL (Southwest corner of Hwy 14 & 47) visit www.woodstockharley-dav.com
Saturday, July 28th – Alton, IL – Metro East Bikers for Babies. 10th Annual. Approximately 50 mile ride
will start at Ted’s Motorcycle World at 4103 N. Humbert Rd, www.madmaps.com Alton, IL and end in quaint, Grafton, IL at the Hag Pit BBQ Barn 821 West Main Street with a reception for all. A good part of the ride will be on the Great River Road National Scenic Byway running along the Mississippi river. Please join us for a unique ride, good time, and raise money for the March of Dimes. $25 for rider and $25 for passenger. Raffles, Prizes, 50/50 Drawing, Contests, Trophies!! On Facebook at bikers-for-babies-metro-east or call Karissa Tocquigny at 314-513-9968
Saturday, July 28th – Yorkville, IL – Kendall County Comets Special Olympics Family Fun Festival. Sponsored by Family & Friends Support Group.
The 110 mile ride starts at , 9054 East Veterans Parkway in Yorkville, IL Reg begins at 9am and the first bike goes out at 10am. The fee is $20 for rider which includes 1 dinner ticket and poker card for the route. The ride will go down to Starved Rock State Park and end up back in Yorkville. The ride ends with dinner, DJ, entertainment, raffles, and prizes. For more info call (630) 768-2274, or go to http://www.kcsofamilyandfriends.com 2012 Summer Volume II - Issue 17 - Midwest Rider Activity Guide - Motorcycle R.A.G.
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Saturday, July 28th – Downers Grove, Dwight, Bloomington, Carlinville, O’Fallon and Champaign, IL to Springfield, IL. 5th Annual Illinois State Police Heritage Rally – Motorcycle and Fun Car Run.
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Rain or Shine. Escorted Ride to Troopers Lodge 41 , 5880 South 6th Street, Springfield, IL 62703 $50 per Motorcycle/Vehicle – includes passenger, one Memorial Park pin, one t-shirts, beverages upon arrival, evening party, dinner, DJ/ Dancing and raffles. Early Bird Special if you Register before July 1st, 2012… only $40 lodging information available at http://ispmp2012.eventbrite.com/ or email ispmp@ comcast.net
Saturday, July 28th – Summit, IL – 10th Anniversary Party Chapter 7
AVMBA at VFW Post 6863, 7256 W. 63rd, Summit, Il (1 Block West of 63rd Harlem) from 3pm til 11pm Live Entertainment , Food & Cash Bar. Door Prizes , 50/50, Grand Prize Raffle 50”LCD TV $15 per person $25 per couple. First 100 attendees will receive a chapter 7 Supporter pin. Visit www.avmbachapter7.org
Sunday, Aug. 5th – Palatine - Island Lake, IL – Drunken Monkey Design’s Motorcycle Club Benefit Run. Benefiting Save-A-Vet and the Illinois veterans Foundation. Run leaves City Limits H-H, Palatine, IL at 10am Live Music, Raffles, Vendors and More at Sideout’s Bar & Eatery, Island Lake, IL at 3pm. Show support for all our Veterans! See ad on facing page or visit www.drunkenmonkeydesigns.com
Saturday, Aug. 11th – Bloomington, IL – Ride for Life Run. The ride starts at Gill Street, 3002 Gill St, Bloomington, IL. Check in is from 11am to 1pm. The ride will be approximately 120 miles with 5 stops. There will be an auction, raffle, and band at the end of the ride. The ride will benefit The American Cancer Society. Call 309-862-2234
Sunday, Aug. 12th – St Charles, IL – DuKane ABATE 3rd Annual Women’s Run. Sponsored by DKane Chapter ABATE of Illinois. The
long safe and scenic ride stars at Fox River H-D, 131 S. Randall Rd, St Charles. Ride Starts 9am, Fee is $10 per person. There will be a lunch stop. Women rider focused seminars at end. First 50 women registered get free t-shirt. Benefits motorcycle rights. Call 630-669-2588 or http://www.abate-il.org
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Wednesday, Aug. 15th – 19th – Matteson, IL – Americas 911 Foundation. The ride starts at Sports
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Authority parking lot, US 30 and Cicero in Matteson. The ride leaves on Aug. 15th at 9am. For more info on start location call (815)955-8164. Reg. limited to first 1,000. The escorted ride will go to 9-11 crash sites. (Matteson, IL., Somerset, PA., Arlington, VA., New York, NY.) Includes music and entertainment. Call 732-690-9214 or http://americas911foundation.org
August 18, 2012- Barrington, IL - 14th Annual Odd Fellow Poker Run Bike Rodeo & Party - Penny Road Pub, 545 Penny road, Barrington, IL 60010, with 10 AM registration and first bike out at 11:30 AM. $10 per poker hand / $5 for party only. Selling Raffle tickets at Penny Road. 1,500 tkts- 1st prize - 2012 Harley Street Glide Standard or $10,000. 2nd place - $1,000. 3rd place - $500. Bands at 3pm. Open to adults 21 and older. Proceeds Odd Fellow charities. www.pennyroadpub.com or email to: Sharon.pennyroadpub@yahoo.com or call: 847-428-0562
Saturday, Aug. 18th – Grafton, IL - All American Legion Poker Run.
– Sponsored by Grafton American Legion Post 648 The poker run starts at, 14258 Scenic Hill Dr., Grafton, IL. The motorcycles leave at 10:30am. The ride will be making the run to several Legion Posts in the area to support our local veteran’s organizations. First, second and third place prizes will be awarded. There will also be a 50/50, and a best bike competition. Call 618-786-3381
Saturday, Aug. 18th - Sunday, Aug. 19th – Milledgeville, IL. Field of Dreams Trike Rally. Sponsord
by Workman H-D, Gieson Motor Sports, Mad Jacks, Wal-Mart, Douglas and Fry, Napa, O’Rieleys, MSB Bank, Milledgeville Credit Union, Poopy’s, Hog Dogs, and Iron Horse Saloon. Rally held at the Carroll Cnty Fairgrounds in Milledgeville, IL. Gates open on Fri. at 9am. There will be short ride Friday night for ice cream. On Saturday the bike leave at 9am for a 100 mile ride with a stop for lunch. After the ride there will be games including the “old mans home” and others. The event will include raffles, 50/50 raffles, food, vendors and more. Camping available for small fee. Vendors welcome. A family friendly event. Call 815-590-6225
Sunday, Aug. 19th –Elmhurst, IL - F.A.S.T. Ride – The ride starts at 12045 W. Roosevelt Rd, Elmhurst, IL. Reg. from 8am to 9am. Bikes out on escorted 160 mile ride at 9:30am. Intersections blocked for ride and riders will not stop except for lunch stop. The ride through western suburbs and rural area. Ride ends with a party. Call 630-418-3300 or http://www.fastride.us 38
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Sunday, Aug. 19th – Carol Stream, IL - 6th Annual F.O.M.T. Poker Run. Pub Yahoo at the American Legion, 570 S. Gary Ave., Carol Stream, IL 60188
$20 per rider, $10 per Passenger. Registration between 9:30 am and 11am. Last Bike out by Noon. Route: TBD Donation includes: the run, door prizes, Pig Roast & Party with Live Entertainment and More! Visit http://www.fomtrun.com
Sunday, Aug. 19th – Woodstock, IL. - 10th Annual Bikers Take A.A.I.M. Against Drunk Driving. Sponsored by Alliance Against Intoxi-
cated Motorists, Woodstock H-D and the McHenry County Road Pirates. At Woodstock Harley-Davidson, 2050 South Eastwood Dr., Woodstock, Il. Reg. 9am-10:30am. Ride fee is $25 for rider and $15 for passenger if pre-registered. 80 miles without stops. Lunch, music, raffles, door prizes and more. Benefits AAIM Victim’s Assistance Fund and the Anthony McElmeel Memorial Scholarship Fund. Call 888-240-0027 or www.aaim1.org/events_bikers.asp
Saturday, Aug. 25th – Savanna, IL - Illinois Burn Camp Benefit Ride.
By Fire and Iron Motorcycle Club. The ride starts at Poopy’s on Hwy 84 in Savanna, IL. Reg begins at 8am and the motorcycle go out at 10am. The fee if pre-registered is $15 for the rider and $10 for passenger or on the day of the event the fee is $20 and $15. The ride ends with door prizes, silent auction and live music. The benefit is to assist the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance Burn Camp for Children. For info http://fireandiron53.com
Sunday, Aug. 26th – Elk Grove, IL - Chuckapalooza 4. Sponsored by Suicide Machines Clothing, Coach House Bar & Grill, Roselle and Airephix Custom Airbrushing. The ride starts at The Korner House, 2736 E. Old Higgins Rd, Elk Grove, IL. The riders will meet at 11am. Call (312)613-2467 or go to http://ridehardliveloud.com
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Sunday, August 26th – Mokena, IL. 4th Annual Wounded Warrior Motorcycle Run… Pipfitters Training
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Center – Local Union 597 at 10850 W. 187th St., Mokena Honoring & Supporting IL. Wounded Warriors with check presentation on stage & Jim Corneilson to perform National Anthem - fully police escorted ride to ASIP Local 150 Training Site, 19800 W. Arsenal Rd, Wilmington, IL for event
Sunday, August 26th – Antioch, IL. 6th Annual Annual Magic Carpet Ride… Benefiting Children of Fallen Riders a 501(c)3 emergency Foundation Helping Children and Families of Fallen Riders. Port O’Blarney, GrassLake Rd., Antioch, IL.
Sunday, Sept. 9th – New Baden, IL - 15th Annual New Baden D.A.R.E. Ride. The ride starts at the New Baden City Park in New Baden. The ride
begins at 9am. The fee is $15 donation and includes t-shirt and all you can eat meal at end of ride. Ride to benefit New Baden Police D.A.R.E. Fund. Call (618) 304-5945.
Sunday, Sept. 9th – South Elgin, IL - 3rd Annual Bikes N Badges Run for Special Olympics. By South Elgin Police Department. At Bookers Bar
and Grill, 420 N. McLean Blvd, South Elgin, IL. Reg. at 8am - bikes out at 10am. $25 for the rider, $10 for the passenger. 100 mile Police escorted run through Western Kane/Dekalb Counties. Event ends with lunch, door prizes and entertainment. Free ride t-shirt as supplies last. Benefit Special Olympics of Illinois. Call 847-930-6021.
Sunday, Sept. 16th – Port Barrington, IL - 2nd Annual Bikers Against Bullies. Sponsored by CL Graphics. The ride starts at the Broken Oar,
614 Rawson Bridge Rd, Port Barrington, IL. Bikes out 9am-11am. $20 pp, includes a buffet breakfast, one poker hand, patch and t-shirt. 80+ mile ride through Northern Illinois back roads. Prizes awarded for top three poker hands. Includes entertainment, a DJ, live music, 50/50 raffle and prize raffles. Benefits Preservation of Human Dignity. Call (847) 359-4967 ext.19 or go to http://www.sphd.org
Sunday, Sep. 16th - Villa Park, IL. – 10th Annual Chicago Ride for Autism Speaks, Registration 8:30am at Wild Fire H-D, 120 W. North Ave., Villa Park,
IL. Ride Starts 10:30am anticipated riders 1000+ Ride is 100 miles to 871 Algonquin Rd, Schaumburg, IL. For info: http://www.ride.autismspeaks.org/chicago2012
Saturday, Sept. 22nd – Tinley Park, IL - Cruising for Hope Children’s Hospital. Sponsored by Cruising For A Cause. Ride starts at Chi-Town H-D, 17801
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Saturday, Sept. 22nd – Morris, IL - POW-MIA – Remembrance Ride. Sponsored by American Legion Riders
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Sunday, Sept. 23rd – South Elgin, IL - Independent Order of Odd Fellows Motorcycle Swap Meet. Sponsored by Odd Fellows Elgin Lodge #12.
The swap meet will be held at Vasa Park, 35W217 Rte.31, South Elgin, Il. The gates open at 8am. General admission is $6, 12 and under get in free. Food and refreshments will be available. Vendors spaces $40 at gate/open at 6am. Call (312)391-3114
Sunday, October 7th - Peotone, IL. - 24th Annual Fall Valpo-Fest Motorcycle-Car Show and Swap Meet will be held at Porter County Expo Center
in Valparaiso Indiana. National vendors , huge selection of motorcycles and parts, new, used, antique and hard to find parts, leather apparel, related novelties, door prizes every half hour, giant food fest, beer garden, Live Band and more. Bike show for all classes and trophies at 4pm. Porter County Expo Center, 215 E. Division Rd. Valparaiso, IN. Open to public, 9am-4pm. Tkts $8 per adult and $2 for children under 12. FREE for ladies who ride their bikes. Call 1-800-800-6034 or go to www.valpo-fest.com
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Illinois Clubs and Organizations ABATE of Illinois - www.abate-il.org American Gold Wing Asson.- Union IL. - www.agwachapterd.org American Knights M/C - Chicago IL. - http://akmc.netfirms.com American Legion Riders 489 – Yorkville, IL - www.legionriders489.org American Vets. MC. Riders Assoc. - Tinley Park, IL - www.avmra.com Axemen Professional Fire Fighters M/C - www.axemenmc.org Back Road Riders MC (BRRMC) - www.brrmc.com Blue Knights XII - M/C - Grayslake,IL. - www.blueknightsilxii.org Blue Knights- IL XX - Sugar Grove, IL www.bkilxx.com Blue Steel M/C – Chicago, IL - http://bluesteelmcchicago.com Brushpoppers M.C. - Sterling, IL www.geocities.com/brushpoppers Brotherhood of Warriors Veterans M/C - New Lenox, IL - txwbmc.com/ Buffalo Soldiers MC SW IL, Inc. - www.bsmcswil.com Buffalo Troopers M/C - - www.buffalotrooperschicago.com Chaiway Riders - www.chaiwayriders.com Chicago Cruisers M/C - www.chicagocruisers.com Chicago Norton Owners Club - www.cnoc.org Chicago Region BMW Owners Assoc. - www.crbmw.com Christian Motorcycle Ministry - Illinois - www.cmausa.org Christian Sport Bike Assoc. - www.christiansportbike.com ChromeDivas - www.chromedivas.com Chrome Kitten Cruisers of Chicago -www.chromekittens.2ya.com City Heat M/C - http://cityheatmcil.org Ducati Riders of Illinois (D.R.I.L.L.) - www.drill-online.org F.A.I.T.H. Riders Elgin IL - www.faithriders.com Forest City Riders M/C - Rockford, IL. - www.forestcityriders.com Gator Girls (WOMEN IN THE WIND) - www.gatorgirlswitw.com Gold Wing Touring Association - Chicago,IL - www.gwtalic.org Heralds of the Cross Motorcycle Ministry - www.heraldsofthecross.org Illinois Confederation of Clubs - http://www.ilcoc.com Illinois Moose Riders Association - http://mooserider.com Iron Butt - Chicago, IL. - www.ironbutt.com Iron Justice M/C – IJMCLake@gmail.com or IJMCMcHenry@gmail.com Jerseypine Cruisers - Des Plaines, IL. - www.jerseypinecruisers.org Lake Shore H.O.G. Chapter #1154 - www.lakeshorehog.com Latin American MC Assoc., LAMMA - Chicago, IL – www.latinbikers.com Law Enforcement Riders Club – Chicago, IL – www.lercmc.net Midwest Souls M/C - Illinois - Dennis Dunn 361-765-9963 Motor Maids M/C – Rockford, IL – www.motormaids.org Northern American 40+Touring Riders IL – www.na40plus-illinois.com Open Road Riders of Chicagoland – www.orroc.com Renegade Pigs M/C- Southside Chicago – www.renegadepigschicago.com Reguladores LEMC. Chicago, IL - www.windycityreguladores.com Rolling Thunder – Illinois –www.rollingthunderil1.com Soldiers of Jesus MC - Streator, IL - www.soldiersforjesusmc.com 46
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Thursday, July 5th – Crandon, WI. 5th Annual Great Northern Bike Rally and Music Fest. Three Day Event
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(Thurs, Friday and Saturday) At Mole Lake Casino, Crandon, WI. FREE Admission. Live Music, Food, Vendor Mall and more. Proceeds go to the American Red Cross. Call 715-478-3200 ext. 155
Saturday, July 7th – Big Bend, WI. - BIG Summer Bash Party. R.A.G. appreciation party! Motorcycle
R.A.G.’s summer party at the Road Guardians Compound, W231 S8755 Wynn Dr, Big Bend, WI. Vendors – Live Music and Live Stage Entertainment sponsored by Hupy and Abraham S.C. – Door Prizes - Chinese Auction - Jaeger Girls and the “Infamous Jaeger Slide” – Ride in Bike Show – ALL YOU CAN EAT AND DRINK FOR ONLY $20. Budweiser and Sprechers Rootbeer on open tap!!! Raffles tickets available for the Official Raffle Drawing for the BIG Benefit Raffle with the Grand Prize of a Stateroom for two on the Sold-Out “High Seas Rally” Western Caribbean Biker Cruise in October 2012. Saturday, July 7th – Neenah, WI. The King Run. By UAW Local 578 Veterans Committee. Run starts at Headliner’s Bar and Grill, 2788 Towne Court, Neenah, WI. Reg. at 8am and bikes our at 10am The top payout is $200 and the top 5 hands pay out. The ride ends with food, raffles, door prizes and music. For more info call (920)379-6393 Saturday, July 13th & 14th – Madison, WI. End Party for Thunder Run ride to Cure 2012. ** Update - Bill Davidson will be at this event Saturday, July
14th after 3:30 p.m for meet and greet and to sign autographs. Thunder Run Ride to Cure 2012 is a 2-day event benefiting American Diabetes Association and Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. All vehicles are welcome. Self-guided Poker Run forms can be picked up thru Friday, July 13th. $10pp for Poker Run. Must complete run and have cards drawn by 8pm Friday, July 13th. On-site registration both days $25. This includes 2-day pass, t-shirt, pins, Ride to Cure motorcycle ride, live bands, and all events. Friday night - poker run completion and card drawn, door prizes, silent auction, BIKINI/BIKE Calendar contest, Live band 6pm-10:30 pm VINYL THUNDER. Saturday - RIDE TO CURE ride leaves NOON and travels to Columbus and then back to Capital City H-D parking lot, Music 3-6 by DAN REILLY, 4-6 pm TATTOO Contest, door prizes, silent auction, Music 6:30pm-10:30pm by MID-LIFE CRISISSEE WEBSITE at www.thunder-run.org
Saturday, July 14th – West Bend, WI. Chillin’ For a Chiller. Sponsors:
West Bend, H-D & Scag Power Equipment. The ride start at dealership at 2910 w. Washington, st, West Bend, WI. Reg. at 10am and bike out at 11:30am/ rain or shine. All bikes are welcome. Ride fee is $20 per person or $15 if pre-registered. A prize will be awarded for the best poker hand. The ride ends with live entertainment, food,a raffle and more. All proceeds to benefit the Kettle Moraine Ice Center and Washington County Youth Hockey Association. For more info go to http://chillinforachiller.com
Saturday, July 14th – West Bend, WI. 2nd Annual Ride to Rawhide. 50 for complete listing of these events and more visit the Motorcycle RAG calendar page at www.mc-rag.com
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Sponsored by Heiser Auto Group, Dawes and ISC. Ride starts at the Heiser Dealership, 2620 W. Washington St., West Bend, WI. Reg. and refreshments begin at 8am and the ride leaves promptly at 9:15am no fee. Each rider will receive a complimentary lunch, meet & greet with the young men of Rawhide, and exclusive rider’s jacket pin, a tour of Rawhide’s facilities, chances to bid on the silent auction items and an exclusive peak at Bar Starr memorabilia. For more info call (920) 531-2595 or go to http://www.rawhide.org/home/events/ridetorawhide/eventshidden.aspx
Sunday, July 15th – Trimbell, WI.- St. Croix Valley Ridrs Round barn Run SCVR’s Annual ROUND BARN RUN, Saturday July 14th at The Gas Lite Tavern, 12 miles east of Prescott WI on US HWY 10, ride leaves at 9am, and every 15min after till 11am. $15 cover for members, $30 non members (recieve free 6 month membership) Free Beer, Soda & Pork Roast Dinner after the ride with music by Stilleto & Chain Lightining Sponsored by Miller Lite & Fury Motorcycles. htt://www.scvr.org
Sunday, July 15th – Manitowoc, WI. It’s for the Kids Ride by Manitowoc
Chief’s Club and Fox Hills Resort. The ride starts at Manitowoc Chiefs’ Clubhouse, Clay Pit Road, Manitowoc, WI. Reg. from 10am to 12pm and bike leave at noon. The fee is $25. 80 mile ride 3 stops and a final stop in Mishicot. There will be raffles at each stop The ride ends with food and entertainment. All proceeds to benefit Manitowoc Chief’s Youth Football. For more info call (920) 684-9786 or go to http://manitowocchiefs.com
July 19th – 21st – La Crosse, WI - Midwest Motorcycle Rally – Guided
Bike Tours, Rudy’s Drive In Bike Night, Rally events Bug Run, Biker Games, Bike Show, Ride-in Movie and more. Visit www.midwestmotorcyclerally.com
Friday, Jul. 20th – Sunday, July 22nd – Women In Motion Annual Ride. 2012 Woods and Waters Tour hosted by the Women In Mo-
tion Road Guardians – This ride is Accident Scene Management’s largest annual fundraiser. ASMI teaches the Bystander Assistance course “A Crash Course for the Motorcyclist”. Your support helps keep ASMI growing for the benefit of all riders. TENTATIVE RIDE AGENDA - Fri., 7pm – at the Watering Hole across the street from AmericInn sponsored by Hupy & Abraham, S.C. Reg. and our Manservant Auction will take place there. Sat., July 21: 8:30am Opening Ceremonies, AmericInn Green Bay, WI., 9am Ride for Door County, 10am Break at Town & Country Mobil – Sturgeon Bay. 11:30pm Lunch – Viking Grill – Ellison Bay, Door County, WI., 1pm -on your own to enjoy Door Co., 4:30pm- Gather at Town & Country Mobil – Sturgeon Bay. 5pm Depart for Hotel in Green Bay. 7pm -Evening Party at Vandervest H-D, Green Bay! July 22 - 9am – Noon: “Topless Bike Wash” at AmericInn where the Guys wash the Girls’ bikes –Topless! Cost for the entire event, $50/person tax deductible donation to ASMI. REG. ONLINE: https://www.etouches.com/WIM2012 Reg. includes lunch, dinner and evening festivities + bonus gift bag and Chinese auction. $10 off for Road Guardian Members. Not a RG member yet? Membership is only $20 and helps ASMI accomplish our goal to reduce injuries and fatalities to motorcyclists. 1200 discounts available to RG members. Join now!! Friday evening party for registered guests at the Watering Hole. FRIDAY & SATURDAY - July 20-21 Green Bay, WI. AmericInn West 1966 Velp Ave., Green Bay, WI.
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Friday, Jul. 20th – Sunday, July 22nd – Blue River, WI. 32nd Annual British Biker Cooperative Motorcycle Rally and Show. On July 20-22, 2012, the BBC will
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celebrate their 32nd Annual British Biker Cooperative - Motorcycle Rally and Show at Eagle Cave Natural Campground in Blue River, WI. The event offers a weekend of activities including group rides and bike games, a Motorcycle Show; music both nights, comfortable shaded camping with dedicated quiet areas, and refreshments. An assortment of on-site amenities include a restaurant, camp store, showers, and cave tours through Wisconsin’s largest commercial cave. The event formally kick-starts on Friday, but the BBC encourages riders to arrive early to avoid the rush. The BBC Rally location is 60 miles due west of Madison, Wisconsin near the Wisconsin River and features many area attractions including rides along the majestic Mississippi River, Frank Lloyd Wright’s Spring Green, and The House on the Rock. This event offers a great opportunity to see both rare vintage and late model British motorcycles in action on some of the best riding roads in the Midwest. All motorcycle enthusiasts are welcome. Contact Peggy Kasper at 262-514-2073 or visit www.britishbiker.net
Saturday, Jul. 21st – Oconomowoc, WI – Alzheimer’s Riding for the Memory. Reg. at Wisconsin H-D 10am, ride leaves at 11am to Burlington, WI where
you will join the main Ride (with Aaron Simms from the Milwaukee Admirals leading) that leaves Burlington @ 1pm for a scenic ride through the souther Kettle Moraine ending at the Burlington Street Party. $20 Rider, $10 Passenger if you have $100 pledges your ride is FREE. All money raised to benefit Alzheimer’s Association, Memory Bridge & Rus Alzheimer’s Research. Post Ride Festivities – Music, Food, Drink, Raffles, 50/50 Raffle and Silent Auction. For mor info please call Amber at 262-224-5572
Wednesday, July 25th - Oconomowoc, WI - Women’s Riding Skills Experience. Wisconsin H-D, hosting their 2nd FREE Women’s Riding Skills Experi-
ence, located on the corner of I94 and Hwy 67 in Oconomowoc. Get the skills you want by going thru different obstacles set up and taught by riding professionals on the last Wednesday of every month April - September 2012 starting at 6pm. Must have your own motorcycle to participate. Call to register 262-560-3604 - www.wishd.com
Saturday, July 28th – Cazenovia, WI – 1st Annual Memory Ride by Budz Bar. Starting at Budz Bar, 109 W. Main st, Cazenovia, WI. Reg. at 10am and
ride leaves at 11am. Ride fee is $5 per person. Door prizes will be awarded at each stop. The ride will go through Bear Valley, Richland, Center, Viola, Yuba and Hub City before ending in Cazenovia with food, music and more. The ride is a fundraiser for this year’s Alzheimer’s walk. For more info call (608)604-8669
Saturday, July 28th – Crivitz, WI – Ride for Rescue by Crivitz Rescue Squad Inc., Ride starts at Dan and Tim’s Riverside Inn, 1010 Main street, Crivitz, WI. They Now Serve Breakfast!!! Reg opens at 10am, bikes leave at 11:30am. Ride goes approx. 100 miles through north woods of Wisconsin with 3 stops. Ride includes 50/50 drawings, prizes, food, music and raffles. Call (715) 854-7666 or go to http://crivitzrescue.com Saturday, July 28th – Manitowoc, WI – 3rd Annual Giselle Memorial Ride Poker Run Benefit for MS Wisconsin, by Stocks H-D, Spudz Clarks Mills
and Maritime Ford in Manitowoc. The ride starts at Stocks H-D, 2433 Hecker Rd, Manitowoc, WI. Re. at 10:30am and ride leaves at 12:30pm. The ride will include a stop for ice cream. Ride ends with a 50/50 raffle and more. Call (920)860-0708
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Saturday, July 28th – Chelsea, WI – Critter Cruiz Poker Run by Free Spirit Motorcycle Club. The ride
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starts at Free Spirit Clubhouse on corner of Hwy 12 N and Hwy 102, Chelsea, WI. Reg. begins at 12pm and the ride leaves at 1pm. Ride fee is $10 per person and includes a meal, prizes and admittance to the dance. Proceeds from this event will go to the Taylor County Humane Society. For more info cal Deb at (715)965-1052
Always in sight of Highway 13 is the helpless form of a hanging motorcycle twisting in the wind, its only crime having been being born outside our country’s borders. For the members of the Free Spirit Motorcycle Club, it is a crime punishable by public humiliation and slow, agonizing death. Indeed, the strung-up cycle may find its fate preferable to what the host of other Suzukis, Hondas, Yamahas and Kawasakis have endured at the hands of the local gentry: fire, gunshots, draggings, perhaps even disembowelment. In case you haven’t caught the hint, here Harley-Davidson is king. Only domestics are tolerated. Anything else risks the swift trial of an angry jury and an unforgiving noose. photo credit to www.wisconsinosity.com Saturday, July 28th – DeForest, WI – Rita’s Ride. This ride begins at Swanson’s Supper Club, 300 E. Holum St., DeForest, WI. Reg. begins at 9am and bike go out at 10:30am. Ride fee is $20 per person if you pre-register by July 15th. One the day of the ride the fee is $25 per person. The fee includes dinner. The first 200 participants to pre-register will receive a ride pin. The ride will end with dinner, a raffle drawing, silent auction and more. Proceeds will be benefiting UW Carbone Cancer Center. For more info go to http://www.ritasride.com Saturday, July 28th – Winneconne, WI – Wisconsin Road Run 2-3-4 Wheel Poker Run. The poker run starts at Woodeye’s Bar & Grill, 700 W. Main
Street, Winneconne, Wi. Reg. is from 10am to 11am and the bikes go out at 11:30 am. The fee is $25 for the rider or $40 with passenger and includes end of ride meal. The 100 mile ride ends with door prizes, raffles, live auction and more. The proceeds will be donated to the Miriam B White Foundation. For more info call (920) 379-7248 or go to http://www.wisconsinroadrun.com
Saturday, July 28th – Fond du Lac, WI – Pink Metal Ride. Ride starts at
Open Road H-D, 23 S. Rolling Meadows Drive, Fond du Lac. The ride begins at 11am the fee is $25 for the rider and $15 for a passenger. This is a scenic ride along the eastern shores of Lake Winnebago. The ride ends with a women’s only bike show, pink pageant, food, games, vendors and more. All proceeds will benefit New Beginnings pregnancy Care Center of Fond du Lac. For more info go to http://openroadhd.com
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Saturday, July 28th – Little Sumaico, WI – Putting Cancer Behind Bars. Sponsored by Wouters Sports Bar, the
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Saturday, July 28th – Greenfield, WI – 9th Annual WSFM Ride. House of Harley, Greenfield, WI reg 9:30am-11am. pre-reg at www.wsfm.org $35/person $60/ two-up (includes lunch and evening meal) Ride leaves at 11:30 sharp to East Troy Fire Station. Proceed support WI State Firefighters Memorial Inc. (must sign waiver) Saturday, July 28th – Appleton, WI – Ride for the Veterans at King.
American Legion Post 38, 3220 W. College Ave., Appleton, WI. Reg. 7–9:30am leaves at 10am. $15 per person. Ride to benefit the Veterans at King Home Recreation Fund. Breakfast offered for fee at American Legion Post. For more info call (920)574-2882
Saturday, Aug. 4th – Eau Claire, WI – B4V – Bikers for Veterans Assistance Ride. Sponsord by Leathernecks MC. The ride starts at VFW Club
305, 1300 Starr Ave., EauClaire,WI. Reg. from 9:30am to 11am. The bike go out at 11:30am. Ride fee is $20 for rider and $20 for a passenger. The ride fee includes dinner at the end of the ride. The ride ends with games, prizes and vendors. Proceeds go to the Veterans Assistance Program. go to http://www.leathernecksmc-wareagles.com
Sunday, Aug. 5th, - Middleton, WI Wisconsin Ride for Kids The Wisconsin Ride for Kids will be held on August 5th, 2012. -Firemen’s Park,-$35.00 (but
the more money you raise, the more premiums you earn.) This ride will loop back to the start point. There will be a lunch, Celebration of Life program, Awards and Much More! Please contact for more information: (800) 253-6530
Thursday, Aug. 16th – Saturday Aug. 18th – Wausau, WI. - 2012 Wisconsin State HOG Rally for more info call 715-869-3487 or visit www.wistatehogrally.com
Saturday Aug. 18th – Coloma, WI. - Johann’s 23rd Annual Poker Run & Pig Roast Benefit. Sponsored by Johann’s Bar & Grill, N1257 County Road
B, Coloma, WI. Reg from 8-9:45am and bikes out at 10am. Fee $20 per person. Five stops covering 150 miles. The ride ends with prizes, food and live music. Poker run pays 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. Come help us raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network. Form more info call (715)228-2500 or go to http://www.johannsbarandgrill.com
Sunday, Aug. 19th – Eau Claire, WI - B4V Bikers for Veterans Assistance Ride. Sponsored by Leathernecks MC The ride starts at VFW Club 305, 1300
Starr Avenue in Eau Claire. Registration is from 9:30 am to 11:00 am. The motorcycles go out at 11:30 am. The ride fee is $20.00 for the rider and $10.00 for a passenger. The ride fee includes dinner at the end of the ride. The ride ends with games, prizes, and vendors. Proceeds go to the Veterans Assistance Program. For more info go to http:// www.leathernecksmc-wareagles.com.
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Wisconsin RUNS & EVENTS:
for full details of these runs and events (with maps and flyers) visit our calendar page at www.mc-rag.com or scan this tag......
Saturday Aug. 25th – Milwaukee, WI. - 3rd Annual Axemen MC Dice Run. The Ride starts at Matty’s Bar &
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Grille, 14460 West College Ave., New Berlin. Reg. from 10-11am. The ride will go 100 miles through Southeastern Wisconsin with 5 stops. The ride fee is $25 for the rider and $15 for the passenger. The ride ends with food, raffles and more. Proceeds will benefit The Milwaukee Fire Bell Club and other local charities http://www.axemenmcmilwaukee.com
Saturday Aug. 25th – West Bend, WI. - Fallen Brothers Poker Run.
The memorial poker run starts at 1715 Creek Rd, West Bend, WI. Bikes out at 12pm. Benefit Free S.P.I.R.I.T. Riders of Fond du Lac & equine therapy for children w/Disabilities. Ride ends w/food, door prizes, dance and more. Call (262) 689-9295
Saturday Aug. 25th – Thiensville, WI. - Summer Thunder Poker Run by Pleasant Valley Auto Body and Holeshot Customs. The poker run
starts at Suburban H-D, Main Street in Thiensville. Reg. from 10-11:30am. Ride ends at Saukville with a bike show, live music, food and vendors. The proceeds go the the Saukville Fire Department. For more info call (800)371-9098
Saturday Aug. 25th – Wisconsin Rapids, WI. - Bad Motor Scooter Benefit Ride. Sponsored by Country Sports Inc. The 35 to 40 mile ride starts at
Country Sports Inc. in Wisconsin Rapids. Reg. begins at 10am and the scooters leave at 12pm. The pre-registration fee is $10 for each person. On the day of the event the fee is $15 for each person. The ride ends in Kellner with food, prize drawings, and 50/50 draws. On line registration is available. The proceeds will go to Greg’s family, who will put the money towards the training of a search and rescue dog for Wood County. For more information call (715) 325-5381.
Saturday, Aug. 25th - Oconomowoc, WI - Customer Appreciation Party. Wisconsin H-D, located on the corner of I94 and Hwy 67 in Oconomowoc. For
more information visit www.wishd.com
Saturday Aug. 25th – Milwaukee, WI. - South Shore YMCA 5th Annual Poker Run for Strong Kids. Sponsored by House Of Harley, Piggly Wiggly,
Joe’s K Ranch, and ERMED. The poker run starts at House of Harley, 6221 W. Layton in Milwaukee. Reg. at 9:30am. For more information call (414)-766-5521
Wednesday, Aug. 29th - Oconomowoc, WI - Women’s Riding Skills Experience. Wisconsin Harley-Davidson, hosting FREE Women’s Riding Skills Experi-
ence, located on the corner of I94 and Hwy 67 in Oconomowoc, WI. Get the skills you want by going thru different obstacles set up and taught by riding professionals on the last Wednesday of every month April - Sept. 2012 starting at 6pm. Must have your own motorcycle. Call to register 262-560-3604. Information: www.wishd.com
Friday, Aug. 30th - Monday, Sept. 3rd - Milwaukee, WI. - 11th annual Milwaukee Harley-Davidson Rally on Labor Day Weekend, (A FREE Event) Silk Gentlemen Club’s Parking Lot, Vendors from all over, Worlds largest outside beer tent, Bikini Bike Wash, Harley-Davidson Model Girls, Poker Run, Charity Motorcycle Parade, Demo Rides Live Bands every day, Food, Wet T-Shirt Contest, Fashion Show, Barrel Beer drinking contest, Girls Mud Wrestling, motorcycle tire burn out pit and lot more fun. 11310 West Silver Spring Road Milwaukee. Hours: every day from 10 AM.
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Saturday, Sept. 1st - Sturetavant, WI - Poker Run Party and Charity Ride. See Ad on previous page.
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Saturday, Sept. 1st - Oconomowoc, WI - Nation of Patriots Tour Returns. Wisconsin H-D, located on the corner of I94 and Hwy 67 in Oconomowoc. For more www.wishd.com
Saturday, Sept. 8th - Manitowoc, WI. – 5th Annual U.S. Forces Poker Run. By U.S. Forces Veteran Riders. Poker run at Amvets Post 99, 4310 Conroe St.,
Manitowoc. Reg. 10am to noon. $10 rider and $5 for extra. Ends w/raffle, auction prizes, and band. Proceeds for Christmas Packages for troops overseas. www.facebook. com/pages/US-Forces-Veteran-Riders
Saturday, Sept. 8th - Oconomowoc, WI - Waukesha County “Make-AWish” Ride. Register at 9am, Wisconsin H-D, located on the corner of I94 and Hwy
67 in Oconomowoc. For more information visit www.wishd.com
Saturday, Sept. 8th - Hayward, WI. – Craig Allen Memorial Motorcycle Ride. At Camp Namekagon, W2108 Larson Rd, Springbrook. Reg. at 9am and motorcycles leave at 10am. Minimum donation $15. Beautiful scenic ride ends with food, silent auction, door prizes and live music. Benefits Northwoods Humane Society. Call 715-634-5394 http://www.northwoodshumanesociety.org
Saturday, Sept. 8th - Franklin, WI. – Ride for Disabled American Veterans. Sponsored by Max A. Sass and Sons Funeral Home. The ride starts at Max A Sass and Sons Funeral Home, 8910 W. Drexel Ave., Franklin, WI. The benefit ride will start at 9am. The ride ends with door prizes for more info call (414) 649-1731
Saturday, Sept. 8th - Athens, WI. – Allegiance Run One. Poker run at
The Last Straw, 1295 E. County Road F, Athens. Reg. 9am-11am. $10 rider-$5 passenger. 60 mile run through back roads of central WI. Ends w/live entertainment, raffle, weenie bite, ride in bike show and 50/50. Prizes and trophies. Call 970-405-2196
Wednesday, Sep. 12th thru Sep. 16th - Tomahawk, WI. – 31st Annual Tomahawk Rally and Fall Ride. www.tomahawkfallride.com Saturday, Sept. 15th - Oconomowoc, WI - Ready to Ride Seminar “Late Season Riding” 10am, Wisconsin H-D, located on the corner of I94 and Hwy
67 in Oconomowoc. For more information visit www.wishd.com
Saturday, Sept. 15th - Blair, WI. – Cheese Fest. The ride starts at the Fire Station on Broadway Street in Blair. Reg. from 9-10am and the motorcycles go out at 10:30am. The ride fee is $15 for the rider or $25 with a passenger. Benefits local use. Call 608-864 0722
Saturday, Sept. 22nd - Janesville, WI. – H.O.G.S. 4 Rescued Cats & Dogs. Sponsored by South Central Wisconsin H.O.G., and Kutter H-D. The poker run starts at Kutter H-D, 3223 N. Pontiac Dr., Janesville. The ride begins at 10am. The run ends with, live music, raffles, and silent auction. For more info call (608) 295-7907, or go to http://janesvillehog.com/events.html
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Loren Nelson’s vintage filling station is a restoration of an actual 1931 Texaco station, done with a 1950s motif. The antique pumps do not dispense fuel but lend to the overall atmosphere of this location, where many vintage car enthusiasts have snapped photos with their vehicle parked in front of the business. Nelson’s Straight Line Auto 23923 Burrows Rd, Independence, WI. Saturday, Sep. 22nd - Oconomowoc, WI - “Ride’ to a Cure” Breast Cancer Ride. Reg. 8:30-11am at Wisconsin H-D, located on the corner of I94 and
Hwy 67, Oconomowoc. $40 per rider $40 per passenger which includes commemorative Betty Boop bandana, lunch buffet and door prize ticket; Rides depart every 15 minutes. Call 262-560-3604. For more info: http://www.wishd.com
Wednesday, Sep. 26th - Oconomowoc, WI - Women’s Riding Skills Experience. Wisconsin H-D, FREE Women’s Riding Skills Experience, located on the
corner of I94 and Hwy 67 in Oconomowoc. Get the skills you want by going thru different obstacles set up and taught by riding professionals on the last Wednesday of every month April - September 2012 starting at 6pm. Must have your own motorcycle to participate. Register 262-560-3604. For more info: http://www.wishd.com
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Rustic Roads Southeastern Wisconsin Racine and Kenosha Counties
KENOSHA COUNTY Rustic Road 43 Location: Racine/Kenosha Counties. County Highway B from the intersection of WIS 142 in Kenosha County to its intersection with WIS 11 in Racine County. Length: 3.7 miles Surface: Paved Passing through open agricultural
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Location: Racine County. North from Burlington along Honey Lake Road, Maple Lane and Heritage Road to County Highway D. Continuing north along Maple Drive to WIS 83. Length: 7.9 miles Surface: Paved Under a canopy of trees, this route provides vistas of rolling fields and dairy farms. There is a marsh with waterfowl, muskrat houses and other wildlife in the Wehmhoff Woodland Preserve.
Rustic Road 25 Location: Racine County. Oak Knoll Road from County Highway DD to its junction with County Highway D. Length: 2.6 miles Surface: Paved Adjacent to the Honey Creek Wildlife area, this road passes the Franklyn Hazelo Home (c. 1858), listed on the National Register of Historic Places. MotorcycleR.A.G. R.A.G.reproduced reproducedwith withpermission permissionofofthe theWisconsin WisconsinDOT DOT http://www.dot.wisconsin.gov http://www.dot.wisconsin.gov Motorcycle
Rustic Road 5 Location: Racine County. Loomis Road beginning at WIS 164, north to Fries Lane and the intersection of Fries Lane and WIS 36. Length: 3.1 miles Surface: Paved Loomis Road was originally laid out as a territorial road in 1840 and retains much of its original rustic lines. This route passes Col. Heg Memorial Park which commemorates Wisconsin’s top ranking officer who was killed in action during the Civil War. A museum in the park emphasizes the heritage of a group of Norwegian settlers and their contribution to Wisconsin’s development. There is also a small log cabin which was built in 1837, then moved to the park in 1928.
Rustic Road 30 Location: Racine County. Includes portions of Hillcrest, Hanson, Division and Malchine Roads between County Highway K and WIS 36. Length: 2.3 miles Surface: Paved This route passes through woods, rolling meadows and lowland marshes, abounding in native vegetation and wildlife. Along the route is a historic one room school house.
Rustic Road 37 Location: Racine County. Three Mile Road, beginning at 108th Street east to its intersection with 80th Street. Length: 1.8 miles Surface: Paved Numerous old oak trees and rail fences border the winding route that has never been widened nor has its basic course been changed since it was originally laid out in the early 1800’s.
Rustic Road 42 Location: Racine County. Hoosier Creek Road from County Highway JB to WIS 142 via Brever Road or Wheatland Road Length: 5.7 miles Surface: Paved A canopy of large oak and black walnut trees graces Wheatland Road, just south of WIS 142. Travelers to this area will enjoy the open agricultural and marsh vistas in addition to an old brick farmhouse and several barns. Hoosier Creek Road is 1/2 mile away from the Fox River, providing fishing areas and some nice panoramic views. Note: Brever Road was added to the route in 1993. Motorcycle R.A.G. reproduced with permission of the Wisconsin DOT http://www.dot.wisconsin.gov
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RUNS & EVENTS:
IA, KY, SD, full details of these runs and events (with maps and flyers)visit our calendar page at www.mc-rag.com or scan this tag......
July 10-12, 2012, McGregor, IA- 2012 National VRA (Vulcan Riders Association) Rally In the Heartland.
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Spook Cave Campground, McGregor, Iowa Visit: vulcanriders.us
Wednesday, July 25 – Sat. July 28th – Newton, IA Iowa Grand Motorcycle Rally. The event will take place at the Iowa Speedway in
Newton. The gates open at 8:00 am. The event will include a bike show, motorcycle drag races and rodeos.Meet Katey Sagal “Gemma” and Carlie Hunnam “Jax” of the “Sons Of Anarchy”Call 866-787-8946, or www.iowaspeedway.com or www.iowagrandrally.com
Thursday, Aug. 2nd – Saturday, Aug. 4th – Bedford, IA - 4th Annual Across the Border Raid Motorcycle Rally. Sponsored by Across the Border
Raid Foundation. The event will take place at the Taylor County Fairgrounds in Bedford. Gates open at 5am on Thursday. The event includes a poker run, burnout pit, a Dyno, entertainment and more. Call (712) 520-2666, or http://www.acrosstheborderraid.com
Thursday Aug. 30th – Saturday, Sept. 1st – Davenport, IA – Chief Blackhawk 41st Annual Fall Meet. Labor Day Weekend!!! at the Mississippi Val-
ley Fairgrounds, 2815 W. Locust St., Davenport, IA 52806. Bobbers – Custom – Period Modified - Choppers. Thurs 8am-5pm - Exposition building open-dusk - free movie at Pavilion. Fri., 6am-5pm- exhibit hall open 4:30pm - Heat Races for Unlimited Promotions 1/2 mile begins, 6:30 pm - Unlimited Promotions 1/2 Mile. Saturday, 6am-6pm - The show goes on 8am-?? - exhibit hall open to public 9am-11am - Craft Fair at Pavilion D, 9am-2:30pm Seminars on tap, 9am - Flathead Power, 10:30 – Plating, To be determined, 2:30pm - Accident Scene Management, 4pm - Church Services, “Victory Riders - Christian Motorcyclist Association”, Pavilion D, 6pm - Cocktails at Starlight Ballroom, Cash Bar, 7pm - Dinner by Riefes, After Dinner speaker - Comedian Ric Roberts. http://www.chiefblackhawk.org vendor information contact Brenda Lash (563) 381-4015 or bteellash@gmail.com
Friday, Sept 7th – Sept. 22nd – Newburgh, NY to San Francisco, CA. – 2012 Motorcycle Cannonball It might be a hard ride to Sturgis or Daytona, but chances are it’s nothing like the Motorcycle Cannonball – and not just any motorcycle… This run is for pre-1930 bikes only! For more visit www.nationalmcmuseum.org
Saturday Sept 8th – Anamosa, IA – National Motorcycle Museum’s 9th Annual East Central Iowa Sidecar Rally.
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102, Chamber Dr, Anamosa, IA. 10am – 4pm. Cookout, Vendors and Raffle Prizes. Join us for a day of fun for the entire family! www.nationalmcmuseum. org (319)462-3925
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Monday Sept 10th – Tuesday Sept 11th – Anamosa, IA – National Motorcycle Museum & J&P Cycles will be host to the riders of the 2012 Motorcycle Cannonball on an overnight stopover from Newburgh, NY to
San Francisco, CA. For more www.nationalmcmuseum.org
KENTUCKY Thursday, July 19th - Sunday, July 22nd - Sturgis, KY - KENTUCKY BIKE RALLY!!!!!. www.kybikerally.com Here are the Rules. Adults only. No one under the
age of 21 years old will be admitted, period! Bring ID. Weekend pass $30 per person, Sat.$20, support vehicle fees $30 each, RV Parking $60 (No Hookups, generators welcome). Primitive (tent) camping is free. $30 support vehicle fee for Trucks, Cars and Trailers. Overflow RV camping for RV’s with Electric available for only $30 per night at the city park in Sturgis, KY. Call (270) 9521237 for more info.NO golf carts, atv’s or four wheelers. Gates open Thurs. July 12, at 1 pm. No bad attitudes. We reserve the right to evict or deny access to anyone at our sole discretion. EARLY ARRIVALS : The fairgrounds open July 14th at 1 pm. Drag Races – Sat. Practice 4pm Races Start 5pm Bike games – Fri. 2pm Bike games – Sat. 3pm Wet T Shirt contest – Fri. night main stage Wet T Shirt contest – Sat. night main stage Bike Show – Sat. Register 9 – 11am Judge 11am – 12:15pm Trophy 1pm. BANDS: Geneva, Talking Stick, The Flaunt Girls, Poobah, Tony, Orry Kraw, Judge Parker, RB Stone, DB Bryant, Chasi Lynn, Big Engine, Free Bird.... others to be announced
Thursday, July 26th - Sunday, July 29th - Winchester, KY. - Fire & Iron National Rally. 1100 Interstate Dr., Winchester, KY “Slippin’ into KY”.. “A
great state full of Bourbon, Pretty Horses, and FAST Women” Greg Harrison, F&I President Station 45, KY State Rep., wfdgharrison@yahoo.com, 859-967-8775. Go to http:// www.fireandiron.com.
SOUTH DAKOTA August 4th–12th Sturgis, SD - 72nd Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Wolfman Jack Mainstage Buffalo Chip, Sturgis, SD
Wednesday, August 8th - Sturgis, SD - Biker Belles Celebration. - Created to raise funds for charities, the Biker Belles bring women, their families & friends together to celebrate the role they play shaping the culture, sport, art and history of motorcycling. 100% of the riders contributions will benefit two South Dakota Charities – Helping with Horsepower™ and Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame. Join in for a great day of fun with a scenic ride, fashion show, silent and live auction, entertainment and more!
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MI, SD, LV. full details of these runs and events (with maps and flyers)visit our calendar page at www.mc-rag.com or scan this tag......
Wednesday, Aug. 6th – 12th – Sturgis, SD - 72nd Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. AUGUST 6, 2012 Ride
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with Mayor of Sturgis -Benefit Ride for Sturgis Volunteer Fire Department. $150 Per Rider +Tax ($161.25) Proceeds benefit the Sturgis Volunteer Fire Department - Lunch hosted by Sturgis Mayor ~ Participants must be 21 or older - Participants will receive a one-of-a-kind Mayor’s Ride Souvenir Gift Pack including: - Limited edition decanter of Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel wrapped with the Sturgis Mayor’s Ride medallion - Limited edition 2012 Jack Daniel’s Tour Mayor’s Ride tshirt - 2012 10th Annual Sturgis Mayor’s Ride pin - 2012 Jackpine Gypsies commemorative pin, plus other collectibles from each of the 2012 Mayor’s Ride Corporate Sponsors
LAS VEGAS Thursday, Sept. 27th - Sept. 30th – Las Vegas, NV. – Las Vegas Bikefest. RIDIN’ VEGAS STYLE. Las Vegas Bikefest is the excuse you’ve been looking for to let loose a little. Come celebrate our 12 Annual Event. A four day international event with Pokers Runs, Poker Walks, Custom Bike Show, Over 250 Vendors, Baddest Bagger of Las Vegas, Miss & Mr. Las Vegas Bikefest, Motorcycle Giveaways, Entertainment, and more. Don’t miss Artistry in Iron, Master Builders’ Championship – an invite only display of 20 of the hottest builders in the world. Registration starts as low as $30 and includes event t-shirt, rally pin, commemorative gift, and more. For more information see the website at www.LasVegasBikeFest.com or email info@lasvegasbikefest.com
MICHIGAN Saturday, July 7th – Spring Lake, MI. - 2nd Annual Ride for Habitat
The ride starts at, 15550 Cleveland Street in Spring Lake. The ride begins at 10am. For more info call (616) 846-1505
Saturday, July 7th – Cadillac, MI. - Thunder On The Lakeshore. Sponsored by DLB Production Service, Rough Riders MC, and MIA Cycle Works. The motorcycle show will take place at 200 N Lake Street in Cadillac. Entry fee is $10. Bikes will be judged 10 classes. Trophies will be awarded to winners. Call (231) 846-6073 Friday, July 13th – 14th – Jackson, MI. - Wheels of Thunder - Spon-
sored by Tripp’s Auto Shop, Wetherby Funeral Home, and Dave of Jackson Nissan the rally held at Grass Lake in Jackson. Gates open 9am. Includes a poker run, custom bike show, vendors, music, stunt show, and more. The motorcycle show is open to custom bike builders and a trophy will be awarded for the best bike. The poker run starts at Bone Island Grill in Jackson on Sat. Reg. begins 9am and the last motorcycle leaves at 10:30am. Ends in Grass Lake. Call (517) 474-6222 http://www.thewheelsofthunder.com.
Friday, July 13th – Saturday July 14th – Sault, MI. - 9th Annual Rumble on the River Sponsored by American Legion Post #3 - The event will be held at
Brady Park in Sault Ste. Marie. The gates open at 10:00 am. There will be fun runs, a ride with the American Legion Riders, biker games and more. Call 906-632-2881, or go to http://www.vetsrally.alr3.com. 2012 Summer Volume II - Issue 17 - Midwest Rider Activity Guide - Motorcycle R.A.G. - www.mc-rag.com
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Saturday July 14th –Monroe, MI.-4th Annual MonArc of Monroe Motorcycle Ride -100 mile ride starts at
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New Freedom Family Church, 3928 East Dunbar Rd. in Monroe. Reg.10am and motorcycles out at 12pm. fee on the day of the event is a $20 donation per bike. The ride includes continental breakfast, 50-50 raffle, and lunch. This is a rain or shine event. call (734) 241-5881
Saturday July 14th – Three Rivers, MI. - Sturgis Toy Run Benefit Ride. - Sponsored by Sturgis Toy Run, Roadhouse Bar & Grill, and Brewsters. The
ride starts at Brewsters, 601 West Hoffman Street in Three Rivers. Registration begins at 11am and the motorcycles go out at 12pm. The ride ends with prizes, poker games, raffles, auction, door prizes, and dinner.
Wednesday, July 18th – Saturday July 21th – Bay City, MI. - 2012 5th Annual Heroes Ride - The four day ride through Michigan-start Wed. at Wal-Mart,
3921 Wilder Road in Bay City. Motorcycles will go out at 1pm. The ride will go to Alpena where it will stop for the night. On Thur. ride continues to the Upper Peninsula via the Mackinaw Bridge. The ride will stop for the night in Munising. On Friday the ride continues to Manistique. Saturday the ride will go to Clare where the ride ends with dinner, auctions, live music and more. The ride fee $30 for the rider and $20 for a passenger if paid before June 30th. After the 30th the fee is $40 for the rider and $30 for a passenger. call (989) 205-1269, or go to http://michiganpatriotguard.org/2012-heroes-ride.
Saturday July 21th – Mancelona, MI. - Ashley’s Ride - The ride will begin at Buck’s Bar, 115 East State Street in Mancelona. The motorcycles go out at 10:30am; the ride fee is $10 if paid in advance or $15 on the day of the ride. Poker run tickets are an additional $5. The ride ends with a pig roast, auctions and live entertainment. The ride will raise money and awareness for Neurofibromatosis. For more info call (231) 564-1769, (231) 564-3354, or go to http://ashleysride.com Saturday July 21th – Burton, MI. - Children’s Miracle Network 2nd Annual Poker Run. - Sponsored by NTC Church. The approx. 100 mile poker run
starts at, 3484 S. Belsay Rd., Burton, MI. Reg. begins at 10am and the motorcycles go out at 11am. The fee is $25 for the rider and $10 for a passenger. The fee includes a t-shirt and light snacks. The poker run will benefit the Pediatric Cancer Clinic at Hurley Medical Center. For more info call (810) 262-9399.
Thursday, July 26th – Sunday July 29th – Commerce Township, MI.- Detroit Bike Week - Bike week takes place at, Multi-Lakes
Conservation Association. Gates open at 12pm. Event includes poker runs, escort the wall ride, and ride in bike show, custom bike show, stunt bike riders, and freestyle motor cross, contests, music, vendors and more. Call (248) 202-4662, or http://detroitbikeweek.com. Saturday July 28th – Commerce Township, MI. - 2nd Annual Ride for H.H.T. - Sponsored by Biker Bob’s Motown H-D. - Ride at Milan Drag way, 10855
Plank Rd, Milan. Reg.at 11am and bikes out 12pm. $20 rider -$15 passenger. Police escorted ride ends in Taylor w/food, music, and more. Ride benefits the HHT Foundation. For info call (734) 947-4647, or go to http://www.OurHopeHoldsTheCure.org 2012 Summer Volume II - Issue 17 - Midwest Rider Activity Guide - Motorcycle R.A.G. - www.mc-rag.com
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Saturday July 28th – Mt. Pleasant, MI.- 6th Annual Mary’s Dream Ride Against Domestic Violence -
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Navarre Field, 301 Jones Ave., Monroe. reg. 9am-10:30am and out 10:30am. $25 per bike Finish in Monroe w/raffle and bike parade around football field before the start of Timberwolves game against Detroit Diesels. Call 734-735-3236
Sunday July 29th – Birch Run, MI. - 12th Annual Shiawassee Michigan H.O.G. Chapter Mystery Ride. The ride starts at Shiawassee Sports
Center, 11901 N. Beyer Rd. in Birch Run. 10am -12pm. $15 per person. Scenic 90 mile self-guided ride, a buffet dinner, door prizes, awards, 50/50 drawing, and pins for the first 400 registered riders. Benefit The ARC of Shiawassee County. Call (989) 865-6190.
Saturday Aug 4th – Dundee, MI. - Sgt. Christopher P. Messer Memorial Run. Sponsored by Family and friends of Sgt. Messer. The ride starts at Dundee
Veterans Memorial, 418 Dunham St., Dundee, MI. Reg. 12:30pm and bikes out at 2pm. Ride through the country with one rest stop. $20 for rider -$10 passenger. All proceeds will be going to the Fallen and Wounded Soldiers Fund. Call (734) 587-2129
Saturday Aug 4th – Alpena, MI. - 13th Annual Ride for the Homeless. parking lot - Alpena County Courthouse located on W Chisholm Street in Alpena. Reg. at 8:30am and bike out at 9:30am. The 100 mile police escorted ride with lunch and prizes. Benefits -Sunrise Mission. Call (989) 464-6283
Saturday Aug 4th – Rockford, MI.- 3rd Annual Res-Life Riders Fun Run. Sponsored by Resurrection Life Church - Start at, 3233 10 Mile Rd., Rockford,
MI. Reg. begin at 9am and last bike out at 11am. The ride ends with lunch, raffle, and silent auction. For info. Call (616) 447-0495.
Saturday Aug 11th – Adrian, MI. - Ride for Hope 2012 Julie B Dusseau Memorial. Hope Community Center, 431 Baker St. Adrian, MI. Reg. at 9am.
Ride fee $25 for rider or $35 w/pass. Includes pancake breakfast and lunch. approx. 100 miles and ends w/lunch, door prizes, and a raffle for a 2008 Harley Softail Deluxe. All proceeds will go to Hope Community Center for Disabled. Call (517) 605-4954
Saturday Aug 11th – Ferndale, MI. - 2nd Annual Cops on a Run Charity Poker Run. Run from 2233 Burdette, Ferndale, MI. Reg. 8am and bikes out
10am. $25 rider/$15 pass. Ride to Lansing to Michigan Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Site. ends w/awards for best hand, food, strolling raffle, 50/50, and entertainment. Benefit Michigan Law Enforcement Officers Memorial. Call 313-930-3853
Saturday Aug 11th – Midland, MI. - Love Ride for Kids with Cancer.
Sponsored by Midland Eagle Riders. Ride meets at 2934 E. Monroe Rd., Midland, MI. Reg. at 9:30am for the observation ride and the last bike out at 11am. The ride ends w/silent auction, music & barbeque. Call (586) 719-7085.
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Wednesday Aug 15th – Sunday, Aug 19th – Manistee, MI.-Americas 911 Foundation - start Days Inn parking lot at 1462 Manistee Highway, Manistee,
MI. Bikes out 10am on August 15th. more info. on start location call 231-398-3611. Reg. is limited to first 1000. The escorted motorcycle ride will go to 9-11 crash sites. The event includes music and entertainment. Go to http://americas911foundation.org
Friday Aug 17th – Sunday, Aug 19th – Fowlerville, MI. - Easyriders 2012 Rodeo Tour - Fowlerville Fairgrounds, 8800 West Grand River Rd., Fowler-
ville, MI. Gates open Fri. 12pm. Event will include a ride in bike show, and a motorcycle rodeo. There will also be camping, music, exhibits and more. Call 800-962-9857, or go to http://www.EasyridersEvents.com
Sunday, Aug 19th – Kalamazoo, MI. – 8th Annual Xodus Motorcycle Ministry Biker Sunday - 50 mile ride leaves 931 West Maple St., Kalamazoo, MI.
Reg.10am and bike out at 1:30pm. The event is free and includes a bike show with trophies in various classes and bike games. The event also includes a hog roast, vendors, great music and an inspiring speaker. Call 269-382-3100 or 269-808-7512.
Sunday, Aug 19th – Ypsilanti, MI. - Heritage Ride - By Star Chapter 317
- Ride starts at 7200 S. Huron River Dr., Ypsilanti, MI. Reg.at 10am, bikes out at 12 noon. $25 rider and $5 passenger. Reg. before 8/1/12 and save $5. includes lunch. ends with door prizes, auction and 50/50. On-line reg. is available. Proceeds benefit the Emily Ann Griffin Foundation. Call 734-428-8673, or go to http://www.star317.com.
Friday, Aug 24th – Saturday, Aug 25th – Clio, MI. - Clio Fest - Fire and Iron 247 Charity Ride - By Fire and Iron Station 247 and Clio Downtown District Association - Ride and bike show at Clio Area Fire Depart. Station 1, 3291 W. Vienna Rd., Clio. 6pm Fri. w/bike show & 9am poker run on Sat.. Call 810-691-9402 or http:// cliofest.com Saturday, Aug 25th – Eau Claire, MI. - Big Bear Summer Festival.
Bike show held at 5580 M-140, Eau Claire, MI. Show starts at 11am. $10 for the show, includes admission to festival as well. Judging and awards at 4pm. 1st, 2nd, 3rd place trophies awarded. Event benefits The Berrien County Council for Children. Come and show to fight child abuse. There will also be a chili cook off, music, kid’s games, arts and craft booths, music and dancing, and more. For info. Call (269) 501-9732 or go to http://www.bigbearauctioncompany.com
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Michigan RUNS & EVENTS:. full details of these runs and events (with maps and flyers) visit our calendar page at www.mc-rag.com or scan this tag......
Saturday, Sept. 8th – Paw Paw, MI. - The Paw Paw Rotary Club - Ride starts at 513 E. Michigan, Paw Paw,
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MI. Reg. at 9am and the bikes go out at 11am. The ride will go through the grape vineyards of Van Buren County. For info. Call (269) 657-5529 or go to http://www.greatlakesburncamp.com
Sunday, Sept. 9th – Orchard Lake, MI. - 30th Annual Battle of the Brits - The swap meet and bike show at 3535 Indian Trail, Orchard Lake, MI.
Gates open 10am. Bike fee $10. Premier British Motorcycle Shows, and swap meets, in the United States. Classic British and European bikes will be judged. There will be awards, door prizes, swap meet, vendors, food, and more. Gate $5. Call 586-944-7456 or http://www.metrotriumphriders.com
Sunday, Sept. 23rd - Crump, MI. - Turkey Run - Sponsored by Tri City Travelers - Ride starts at the Crump Fox Club, 781 W. Prevo Rd., Crump, MI. Reg.
from 9am to 12pm and the first bike out at 10am. Call 989-233-7890 or 989-501-0911
Sunday, Oct. 7th - Fraser, MI. - Michigan Dressers MC 25th Annual Toys for Kids Rally - Sponsored by Michigan Dressers M/C, and VFW Post 6691
- The rally starts at Fraser V.F.W. Post #6691, 17075 Anita Ave., Fraser, MI. Sign-in at 10am and the parade departs at 12pm. Fee to participate bring one new unwrapped toy or $10 cash donation Call (586) 354-7715 or go to http://Michigandressers.8k.com
MISSOURI Saturday, Aug. 11th – Villa Ridge, MO. - Kickstands for Kids Poker Run, Dinner & After Party - The poker run starts at Bourbeuse Valley H-D, 1418 Hwy.
AT, Villa Ridge, MO. - Reg. from 10am to 1pm. The fee is $10 per hand, $5 for an additional hand, and $5 for 1 extra card. call (314) 602-2575
Saturday, Aug. 18th – Grandview, MO. – Colorado & Sunshine’s 5th Midwest Poker Ride for Autism Poker run will meet at Grandview Elks
Lodge,13600 Arrington Rd., Grandview, MO. 9am. Fee is $25 rider, $20 passenger Call (816) 824-3572, or http://coloradoandsunshinesrun4autism.webs.com
Saturday, Aug. 25th – Kearney, MO. - 3rd Annual Rolling for First Hand Motorcycle Dice Run. Stables Bar & Grill, 607 W State Route 92, Kearney, MO. 8am. The pre-reg. $25 rider or $35 rider and passenger. Fee on day of event $10 more. Incl. dice roll at all five stops, lunch, a 2012 patch, one raffle ticket and t-shirt. Call 816-201-5937, or go to http://www.firsthandfoundation.org/motorcycle.
Thursday Sept. 13th – Sunday, Sept. 16th – Osage Beach, MO. - Lake of the Ozarks Bikefest - At Lake of the Ozarks H-D, 6482 Highway 54, Osage
Beach, MO. at 4pm. There will be a Pass Port Run, and runs all weekend. Vender village, and live music. Call 573-302-7600 or http://lakeoftheozarksbikefest.com
Thursday Sept. 20th - Sunday, Sept. 23rd – Sedalia, MO. - 2012 Missouri State H.O.G. Rally -Rally held at BW State Fair Inn, 3120 S Limit, Sedalia,
MO. - Reg. fee is $30 per person. On-line pre-reg. ends Aug. 2nd. H.O.G. rallies open to H.O.G. members and guests only. 573-586-7221 or http://www.mostatehogrally.com 2012 Summer Volume II - Issue 17 - Midwest Rider Activity Guide - Motorcycle R.A.G. - www.mc-rag.com
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Two Wheel Tuesday! - Tilded Kilt Rockford. April-October. Best Western Clock Tower Hotel at I-90 and State Street in Rockford.
Wednesday Bike Night
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Thursday Bike Night
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