Carolina Chrome December Issue 138

e m o r h C a n i l Caro The #1 Magazine for Issue #138 December 2019

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Photographer Tony Culpepper Owner of TLC Photography

Ms. Chrome December 2019

Ms. Karisa

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Merry Christmas & H appy New Year!!

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CONTENTS Cover Photographer Tony Culpepper,

Owner of TLC Photography 3 Ms Chrome Ms. Karisa

Photographer Tony Culpepper,

Owner of TLC Photography 10 Lessons from the Open Road ;

The Balancing Act 14 Biker Kids 16-17 Centerfolds Judy Cash & Wayne Alexander

Photographer Robert Holley

Owner of Robert Vance Photography 18-21 Calendar of Events 22-23 Niki Zak- Two Wheeled Warrior

C.R. Neill Photography, Article By Gypsy 24 Dr. DILLIGAF 26 Bartenders Around SC 28 15th Annual Antique Bikes on Main

By Wally Wersching ADVERTISING SALES & MARKETING

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Photos by Jackie Smith

Photos by Jackie Smith

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Reader Submitted Picture

Lessons from the Open Road:

Photography by Robert Holley

A Devotional for Motorcycle Riders

By K. D. Byrd

The Fun Ends When You Get It Down

Riding can be one of the most enjoyable hobbies known to man, but the fun ends when you’re on the ground. Same thing with life. The fun ends when we allow life to get us down. “Down” is not a good place to be.

There are a few things you can do to improve your spirits. Take time to enjoy the honeysuckle. Take a walk. Learn something new.

Find a new hobby. Exercise.

Count your blessings. Pray.

“The eyes of the Lord are upon the righteous, and his ears are open unto their cry.” ~Psalm 34:15 “Now the Lord of peace himself give you peace always by all means.” ~2 Thessalonians 3:16 Prayer:

Dear God: Help me to stay “up.”

Byrd, K. Dawn. Lessons from the Open Road: A Devotional for Motorcycle Riders . Sixteenth Street Publishing. Kindle Edition.

Photography by Robert Holley

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Waldo’s Fish Fry FUN Photography by Retread

Photography by Robert Holley

Judy Cash

Laurens, SC

Wayne Alexander

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FIND US

Niki Zakr o i r r a W d e Two Wheel Niki Taube Zakrzewski (Niki Zak) from Sydney, Australia Niki is the current World Record Holder in both ET and MPH for a woman on a motorcycle in the ¼ mile.

Niki set the record as the Fastest and Quickest Woman on Two Wheels in the ¼ Mile with a 6.405 ET @ 207.50 MPH on November of 2017 at South Georgia Motorsports Park in Valdosta GA on a Nitrous Suzuki GS Pro Mod Motorcycle.

Niki was also the first woman in history on a motorcycle to break the 200 mph barrier in the ¼ mile.

Niki started racing in 2012 at Sydney Dragway Sydney Australia on a Harley Davidson VRSXE Vrod Destroyer and started making gains in speed and innovation instantly finding herself in the winners circle. Her desire to go faster on a motorcycle propelled her to invest into a custom chassis and carbon fiber wheels to build a faster Harley Davidson Vrod That would be one of the fastest motorcycles in its class in Australia.

Niki would become the NSW Division Champion in Modified Bike/comp bike in 2013 2014 2015 2016.

In 2014 Niki decided to travel to the US and gain her Top Fuel Harley License in AMRA and NHRA. In the years following gaining her license Niki would set track records in her quest to go faster coming to the US in Nov 2015 and started racing on the Man Cup Tour with a Nitrous Pro Mod Suzuki GS based engine.

Over the next few years of commuting back and forth from Australia to the US Niki fine-tuned her skills on the Nitrous Pro Mod Motorcycle eventually setting the World record for a woman with a 6.409 ET @ 207.50 mph in Nov 2017 at South Georgia Motorsports Park in Valdosta, GA.

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Niki’s love for motorcycles and Harley Davidson’s brought Niki to the US and on a cross country ride from Las Vegas, NV to Sturgis, SD in 2010.

Niki met and became friends with numerous other Harley Davidson and Motorcycle enthusiast and over the years as she travels to the US often each year.

When Niki is home in Australia she enjoys riding her Harley Davidson Motorcycles including her Screamin Eagle CVO Vrod and CVO Ultra Classis for longer hauls.

Niki’s family had weekly Live Auctions in rooms or onsite from Bulldozers to Home and Building supplies, horse & thoroughbred horse auctions and showed cattle.. Niki is also an accomplished Dressage Rider and Judge.

Niki’s next goal in motorcycle racing is to race in the Nitro Harley Davidson Division on the NHRA circuit in 2020.

To keep up with Niki Zak Racing including the latest news, schedule,pictures and more, visit her official website at www.NikiZak.com.

For companies or individuals interested in partnering with Niki Zak Racing, email nikizakracing@gmail.com.

Be sure to follow and “Like” the Niki Zak Racing page on Facebook at

www.facebook.com/ nikizakracing.

ARTICLE BY GYPSY PHOTOGRAPHY BY C.R. NEILL PHOTOGTAPHY

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Dr. Dilligaf

Got something to ask dr. dilligaf?? send it to carolinachrome@yahoo.com

Dr. Dilliaf, A couple of years back I remember you made reference to the earliest motorcycles. I believe that you said Daimler and Maybach (yes that Maybach) are credited with the first motorized two wheeler. It was a deisel made back in 1885. Someone has since said that you were wrong and that there were earlier versions. What say you now?

Unconvinced Unconvinced, You caught me in an error, sort of. There are two other possibly earlier motorcycles. One example is a drawing

by Leonardo Da Vinci that I discounted because no engine was clearly depicted. The second is not only a possible first motorcycle but also one of the earliest examples of branding. It was said in the Old Testament that david’s Triumph was heard throughout the land. An ealier example of branding was noted though but it was a car. In genesis I read that Adam and Eve were driven from the Garden in a Fury. So I guess plymouth was the first car.

Thanks for the question. ~Dr. Dilligaf ***************************************************** Dr. Dilligaf, I’ve decided to start riding motorcycles after seeing how much fun all of my friends are having. Most of them ride Harley Davidsons but a few of them ride other brands. Do you have a preference? Also, when I ask others about their preference I get a great variety of answers. Other than make what model do you prefer? Finally, where do I begin this process of becoming a motorcycle rider?

Sincerely, Confused in Carolina Dear Confused, The process of being a motorcycle rider begins at birth.

Basically it’s not for everyone. Many people have decided to ride for a variety of reasons only to discover that it is not for them. If it isn’t in your blood it just may turn out to be a waste of time, money or possibly a life. I have lost many friends and aquaintances to motorcycle collisions.

Notice I didn’t say accidents, almost every situation that people get caught up in can either be avoided or minimized by proper preperation and training.

At least you are asking someone who will give it to you straight. Motorcycle riders are often their own worst enemy when riding. If you want relationship advice ask someone who has had a long one, not someone who has had the most. If you want riding advice ask someone who hasn’t wrecked, not someone who has wrecked a lot.

If you think that you want to ride motorcycles get a learners permit and have someone teach you operational fundamentals. Next go take a riders course and get a license. Now you are ready to decide what you want to ride. Without a license no reputable dealer will let you test ride a bike.

Without a test ride how do you know it’s the bike for you?

My prefernces or the suggestions of friends should not influence your decision. You should ride a motorcycle that you are comfortable on, that meets your travelling needs and you are CONFIDENT operating. Confidence is key.

When I used to coach baseball and a parent would ask for a suggestion about a piece of ball equipment my response was always “one that your child is confident using”.

Now, at this time in my life I prefer Harleys but I have my eye on a new BMW. I didn’t catch whether you are male or female. Sorry I didn’t mention any other genders, those are the ones I’m familiar with. You know old school Gonads or nonads, Pitcher or catcher, Shooter or target, you get my drift. Anyway my point is this the Sheilas like the Harleys but they won’t ignore you because you are on another brand (unless it’s a scooter). I believe the saying is Ride a scooter, no cooter.

Good luck in whatever you decide and if it works out and you want to ride, Call me. ~Dr. Dilligaf

Photography by Retread

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15th Annual Antique Bikes on Main

By Wally Wersching

The small southern town of Chesnee, SC was alive with participants and spectators on July 26th, 27th, and 28th this year. The one-day “Antique Bikes on Main” rally has grown to a three-day event including the Chesnee City Festival. People come from all over the southeast to enjoy the old bikes, a free motorcycle swap meet, live music, free carnival rides, good food, and vendors of all kinds. Dennis Harris of Chesnee Classic Cycle is responsible for the growth of the event - now in its 15th year.

The town of Chesnee was transformed into a “Family-Friendly Activity Town” on Friday from 4:00 to 10:00PM, Saturday from 10:00AM to 10:00PM, and on Sunday from 12:00Noon to 4:00PM. The bands that performed for the free concerts were: The Citizen Mojo Band on Friday evening, The Weatherman Band, and the Sweet Water Junction Band on Saturday along with the Jack Roper Magic Show for the kids, and Vic Velvet on Sunday afternoon.

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The Legends Chapter of the AMCA (Antique Motorcycle Club of America) presented their “Legend of the Year” plaque to Dale Walksler, the owner of “Dale’s Wheels through Time” museum in Maggie Valley, NC. Dale couldn’t attend due to illness but his wife accepted the plaque for him.

Indian Charlotte brought a few of the new Indian motorcycles from their showroom in Lowell, NC. The Motor Maids from South Carolina had a booth set up. It is a women’s motorcycle club with over 1,200 members from the United States and Canada. Founded in 1940, Motor Maids was one of the first women’s motorcycle groups, and is still going strong today.

At 1:00PM, they held their 3rd Annual Bike Parade that began at the Chesnee Shrine Club, and ended across from Chesnee Classic Cycle in the Lightning Lube and Lather lot.

There were also many religious groups represented at the event. The 10th Annual Prayer Ride was on Saturday afternoon, and met at the Chesnee United Methodist Church with kickstands up at 1:30PM. The ride went through two counties with stops at multiple churches along the route to service prayer requests offered by the participating churches.

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Great food was provided by many vendors throughout the event with dishes like deep fried mushrooms, funnel cakes, Philly Cheesesteak, Italian Sausage, and an endless supply of cold drinks to cool a body on a hot afternoon. For a more comfortable atmosphere, there are always restaurants like the Bantam Chef, El Limon Mexican, New Century Chinese, and Pizza House.

All are within walking distance of the event.

Saturday afternoon was very busy. There were old fashioned bike field events/games at 3:00PM in the field next to the Chesnee First Baptist Church. The events consisted of the: A - Driver’s License Test – the rider maneuvers through a slalom, turns around in a box, then returns through the slalom; B - Place the Tennis Ball – the rider places a tennis ball on top of each cone, then turns around, and takes them off; C - The Hoop Toss – the rider tosses a hoop over the cone; D - Ride the Rail – the rider rides on a board until the bike leaves the board, and E - the ever popular Slow Race – the riders line up to start, and the last rider to cross the finish line without touching the ground wins.

All events were with a rider riding a motorcycle 35 years old or older.

On Sunday morning, Main Street (Rt 221) started to fill with bikes built before 1984. The show didn’t actually start until noon. Some of the bikes were relatively common, and easily recognized like many of the HarleyDavidson and Indian models but some were not: like the Triumph Hurricane with its three cylinder engine, and the Wards Riverside. All the older bikes were displayed where all could enjoy. If the owner was near the bike, a conversation about the bike would follow.

There was a “People’s Choice Bike Show” on Main Street on Sunday afternoon. There was a large selection of bikes to vote for. Many of the owners were there to talk about their bikes.

There was something for everybody at this event. Mark your calendars for next year.

The last weekend in July – Chesnee, SC is the place to be.

Photographer Grange Simons Lucas III

Photographer Grange Simons Lucas III

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