EVENTS

Submitted eventS 2022

WEEKEND Thursday June 2nd- 4th GWRRA Wingin’ on the Red Carpet SC Rally Hilton Garden Inn Anderson, 115 Destination Blvd Anderson, SC. There will be Goldwing Riders from all over the country for a weekend of riding and fun!

Saturday June 4th Greenville ABATE of SC Spring Poker Run & Fundraiser

Flyer Page 19 Fri, Jun 17 – Sat, Jun 18 Thunder at the Rock

Rockingham Dragway

Saturday, June 18th @11:30 MSA Hope for Hospice First bike out at noon, last bike in at 4pm. Dice run to raise awareness and money for the MSA Hospice House. FMIEben"Zero" Thomas 803-608-1335 tthomas@bellsouth.net

Saturday June 4th @ 1pm-9pm Men's Only Ride

Hosted By H-D of Greenville. This will be a led ride with lunch provided by Harley-Davidson of Greenville at Dugan's Pub in Brevard, NC. Come on out and enjoy the ride with fellow riders. All bikes welcome. Must be prepared with a helmet.

Saturday, June 18th 11am-untill In Memory Of Ride

T’s Southern Star Tavern 2341 Airport Blvd West Columbia, SC 29170 All proceeds go to The Boys Farm Newberry. Representative from the Boys Farm will be present.

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Saturday June 4th @ 11am 7th Annual CHANCE Ride For Local Children's Shelters Starts11am at Bogarts Restaurant 2710 Emanuel Church Rd. FMI Denise 803-466-9691 Denisestamps219@gmail.com

Flyer Page 19 Sat, June 11th Carolina Kingz Car & Bike Show 21 Claudia Ln Seabrook, SC

Saturday, June 18th NOON-untill CRMC- Sumter Chapter Rebel Fest @ Shuckers of Sumter 401 Rast St, Sumter SC. Roadhouse Atlanta Band & DB Bryant Band.

Flyer Page 19 Sunday, June 19th Father's Day

On this day, children celebrate their fathers and father figures to show their love and appreciation.

Tuesday June 14th Flag Day

National Flag Day is when Americans celebrate the meaning of their nation's flag, honor the traditions associated with its care, and educate those around them to its significance. The Flag of the United States is to be honored and carries with it both history and tradition. On June 14, 1777 the Flag Resolution was signed, making the current stars and stripes the National Flag of the United States of America. On May 30, 1916, President Woodrow Wilson called for the nation-wide observance of Flag Day. In 1949, President Harry S. Truman signed congress' decree, making June 14th of each year National Flag Day.

WEEKEND June 17th-19th Bootleg Militia MC Annual Rock The Swamp CAMPING Space available. 465 Farr Rd, Cope SC 29038 FMI Festus 803-347-8521 OR FB BMMC

Monday, June 20th National Ride To Work Day

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WEEKEND Fri, Jun 24 – Sun, Jun 26 Thunder in the Smokies Summer Motorcycle Rally Maggie Valley Festival Grounds

Saturday, June 25th Noon-6pm Columbia Riders ABATE Ride for Fisher House Fisher House Benefits Military Families. KSU Pam's Front Porch, ride to 378 Bar & Grill, LBI Pam's for Chicken dinners and Jeff Crider Band. 7332 Parkland Road Columbia, 29223

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Monday, July 4th Independence Day Independence Day, or as it is more commonly known the 4th of July, commemorates the independence of the United States from Britain. This was officially declared via the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. Americans take this day to celebrate all that is American. They remember the great sacrifices of their forefathers in fighting for independence and celebrate America's independence. This day is most commonly associated with firework celebrations and barbeques.

Saturday, July 23rd Christmas in July Toy Tun & Pet Supply Drive Starts at Savannah Harley Davidson registration from 9am-10:30am KSU at 11AM...cars, bikes,Bikes, etc. All welcome to participate! $30 to ride or equivalent in toys or pet supplies. Going to Grand Lake Club at Southbridge for summer Santa photos, pool party, DJ, Beverages, family friendly! Door prizes and more! Toys to be used for adopted veteran Christmas families in the upcoming holiday season. Pet supplies to be donated to a local animal shelter.

Sunday, September 11, 2022 @ Noon Memorial ride for fallen firefighters 482 cemetery rd Wareshoals SC. FMI: Michael Hitt 8649925175 Michaelhitt20@gmail.com

Saturday, October 1, 2022 12-4pm Where The Rubber Meets The Pavement Savannah Harley Davidson Bike Show, community skills competition, Battle of the Badges Skills Competition, Swap Meet, vendors, Smashtown truck, food trucks and more! To register go to https:// form.jotform.com/220310704020028 FMI: Melinda Griffin 912-712-6661

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“Carolina Squat”

Dangerous to motorcycles

Dear Honorable Member, We would like your support in passage of the S908 which is currently being sponsored by Senator Rankin and Senator Grooms.  Unfortunately with the trend on Instagram the Carolina Squat has become all too popular form of vehicle modification.  Concerns for motorcyclist came when a rider in front of these modified vehicles are overtaken by the over lifted front of these vehicles including the headlights.  Motorcyclists are already facing an ever increasing “I didn’t see them” reality when riding on our roads in South Carolina. With the decrease in visibility over the hoods this only increase the chance these drivers have of causing a collision with motorcyclists.  First offense would be $100, second $200 and third would be $300 with a 12month suspension of their license.  North Carolina passed similar legislation that limits their vehicles from being modified over three inches which took effect December 1, 2021.  Below is part of an article from a Spartanburg mechanic that was recently published by

Henry Coburn

Spartanburg mechanic and Affordable Auto Repair Owner Shawn Thomson said he hopes

South Carolina Lawmakers pass a similar law.

“I wish they would,” he said. “It’s just something that shouldn’t be on the road.”

According to Thomson, the modification can go beyond making the vehicle unsafe: It can also damage components of the vehicle through added stress.

“You’re raising and lowering stuff too far and it’s causing too much stress on stuff, like drive shafts, the suspension, the brakes,” he said. “The brakes are the big thing.” We would like your support in passage of this bill and bring the safety that was originally designed in these vehicles back into play. Please feel free to reach out to us for any questions,

Ralph Bell ABATE of South Carolina Legislative Coordinator (803) 556-2354

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by ABATE OF SC efforts!

ABATE is a state motorcyclists rights organization dedicated to defending the rights of all motorcyclists. ABATE also encourages all motorcyclists to register to vote and become active in the political process. ABATE encourages motorcyclists to voluntarily obtain motorcycle rider training. Learn more about ABATE at www.abateofsc.org