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Letter from the Publisher
FASTL ANE
BIKER New Jersey
ell, according to the calendar, Spring is here. As I look out the window I see about nine inches of snow on the deck and the news is saying another storm is moving our way tonight. I’ve really had enough of Winter and I’m ready for some nice weather. Although attendance was down at this year’s Daytona Bike Week, some say that the weather was just about perfect as it’s ever been except for that one day of rain that still ended early enough to get some riding in. A lot of the talk was about Myrtle Beach. Most are confused with reports from the city or the surrounding North and South Myrtle Beaches who would like to see the event continue. Still, no matter what, you have to go to through Myrtle Beach to get anywhere. Most of the vendors have decided not to make the trip this year due to the high cost of permits and a dwindling attendance since the anti-bike week campaign started a few years back. It’s a shame that a few elected officials can ruin a great event like this that’s been going on for years. So for those of you who would rather not travel to or go through the hassle of being harassed by the police in Myrtle Beach or just simply don’t want to go to a place where you’re not wanted... May 19th through the 22nd we will be hosting the first Annual Atlantic City Bike Week! The Atlantic City Convention Center will be the centerpiece of the event as far as entertainment, vendors and all of the other activities. After that its up to you to check out the rest of what the city has to offer like the nightlife, restaurants, casinos, the beach and the ocean. We are happy to be working with Show Boat and Ballys who worked up great stay and play packages. Rooms are available on the website www.acbikeweek.com. Check it out soon and book your room before they’re gone!! Till next time...
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