2022 South Carolina HOG Chapters

Submitted & Pictures By Michael Bradshaw

The Chili Cook-Off was hosted by Thunders Riders HOG Chapter and Thunder Tower HD at TTHD on November 12, 2022. Nine contestants from Thunder Riders HOG ( Thunder Tower HD), Myrtle Beach HOG ( Myrtle Beach HD) and Central South Carolina HOG (Harley Haven HD) competed. Other chapters rode in to support the event including Low Country HOG (Low Country HD). There were more than 90 people in attendance though out the event. All proceeds will go to local charities.

The 1st Place Winner was Blaise Barnes with Myrtle Beach HOG. 2nd Place Winner was Don Liles with Myrtle Beach HOG. 3rd Place Winner was Greg Zimmerman with Central South Carolina HOG.

Everyone bought tickets to taste the chili and the tasters were the judges for the event casting their votes by placing their tickets in the cookers basket. In addition to the chili, there were prize baskets raffled off, a bake sale, and a 50/50 raffle. A fun day was had by all!

Picture of the winners: From left to right Charity Redmon - Event Planner, Greg Zimmerman, Blaise Barnes, Don Liles, Joseph J Hordych - Thunder Riders Chapter Director.

Page Photography by Deb Davis

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