As our riding season seems to be very limited this time of year, almost non-existent, it becomes a sad time of year here at the TRMI World Headquarters. Some people park them after Labor Day weekend and don’t even think about riding them any longer this with cooler temperatures and more hazards this time of year. I know that we will keep trying to hang on to the ability to ride, weather considering, for as long as we can. It eventually ends up the same way every year though in that the temperatures get too cold, the roads become too dangerous, and the ability to clean off road debris and calcium brine diminishes. If you are still getting out and about, be very careful of the extra hazards this time of year. On top of slow moving agricultural equipment on the roads, sometimes they leave some nasty debris and mud all over the roads, especially this year with the amount of rain we have had all summer in some parts of the state. The animals sure like to be on the move in the fall as well, so you have to keep a keen eye out for them. One of the last hazards that seem to pop up this time of year is extra random debris on the roads. While Ag equipment drags gravel and sand onto the roads, if it is muddy they throw mud on the roadways, and for some reason it seems to be a time of year for people to drop random things on the roads. Car parts, garbage, and garden leftovers seem to be prevalent. At least the number of random shoes on the road or shoulder seems to be less in the fall than in the summer. We always know that riding season is officially here when we spot the first random single shoe on the side of the road. Anyway, ride safe this fall, and if not riding, get that thing checked over or get your winter projects started early!
forthcoming with those non-riding types of folks. That would drive me nuts to have to spend the holidays with people that only travel on four wheels! On that note about upcoming events, if you know of any CONFIRMED events for 2019, email them to Vernon@thunderroadsiowa. com. We try to keep the most comprehensive list of events anywhere in Iowa, and we ask your help to keep this going. I need the date, name of the event, and the starting location town. Get those to me as soon as dates and places are set and get them to me and then we will put them on the list.
No matter when you officially park it for the season or not, everyone seems to start looking forward to the winter and spring swap meets and bike shows. That is the only bit of comfort for Iowa bikers it seems like, that in just a couple short months, some gatherings will start to happen and we can get back to spending time with other bikers. I guess that we are fortunate enough to have biker relatives, so we don’t have to deal with the holiday hoopla that is
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In this issue is the posting of the final month’s Tall Corn Run winners for the month of August, as well as the grand prize winners for the season. We would like to thank everyone that has supported the Tall Corn Run monthly this riding season, as well a giant thanks to the locations that donated the three grand prizes for this year. Carroll Cycle Center, JLM Shooters Supply, and J&P Cycles were gracious enough to make sure there were some cool prizes for the end of the year. We would also like to thank all of those that have participated the past few years. It has been a blast hosting this, and we think it did some great things to get some people out and about in new areas where they don’t normally ride. We are unsure of the future of the program at this point for a multitude of reasons, but appreciate everyone that has participated. Ride safe everyone!
Quote of the Month: “I spent all my money on motorcycles, guns, rock and roll music, whiskey and women…the rest I just wasted.” Unknown
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You know how some of life’s best lessons are learned at unexpected times and in unexpected places? I had one of those learning moments recently in a porta-potty at a rally we were attending. Most porta-potties are un-lit, which makes utilizing them after dark a pretty sketchy operation if you’re a girl. But these porta-potties were up there in the Cadillac range of porta-potties because they were lit. Except when they were not lit, and this was one of those times. However, there was a bright light just outside the potties and I figured it might just send enough of its beams under the door for me to still find the necessary pieces of equipment (Toilet seat? Check! Toilet paper? Check!) So I went on in.
spots and brings other people to help us, but he enables us to be a blessing and a help to others by sharing what I had just flipped the latch and turned around when under we’ve learned. I’ve the door loomed the shadow of a GINORMOUS spider. learned that one of This thing made wolf spiders look like wienies! I could my biggest struggles tell it was coming closer because the shadow was getting is that I find myself unable to let go of bigger so I quickly slammed down the potty lid and some stressful issue hopped on top where I could safely weigh my options: should I shuck off my boot and use it to take a whack at that I think needs to be resolved and I the monster when it came in under the door or just stay keep going back over quiet in the hope that it would move along in its search the problem, trying for a victim? to fix it myself. All I accomplish by hanging over it that way is that I block the As I hung off my perch, peering through the gloom, an light, so to speak, and lose the perspective the Lord wants amazing thing happened: someone outside flipped the me to have. I have learned that I need to move away breaker, turning the overhead stall lights on. When I from trying to fix the problem on my own and move straightened up, the overhead light wasn’t blocked any toward trusting the Lord. You know how toddlers have to more and the huge spider shadow disappeared. Almost immediately, the actual spider scurried in under the door, be “re-directed” when they’re heading toward mischief? allowing me to see it wasn’t nearly as big as the shadow I’ve discovered that I have to do a lot of “re-directing” of my thoughts to turn them back to the Lord throughout had indicated. Turns out that when you’re on the right side of the light, the shadows disappear and you can see the day. A short prayer or just reminding myself of one of the Bible truths is usually enough to break the cycle of things as they really are. my un-productive thoughts. Psalm 73:28 says it all: “It And it hit me at that moment that life is pretty much the is good for me to draw near to God. I have put my trust in the Lord God”. same way. There we are, just trying to get through our days, when some monster-sized shadow is cast over our It’s a fact that we will all face some tremendously lives. It may be major stress at work or major stress stressful events in our lives. But with Christ, we don’t because there is no work. It may be the breakup of a have to face them alone and in the dark. We may be relationship or intense loneliness because a person has helpless, but he is not. Our situation may be without never had a close relationship. It may be debilitating hope, but we are not. We are in the palm of his hand. illness or even impending death. Psalm 27:1 brings the Lord God into this dark scene by saying “The Lord is my Blessings, light and my salvation; whom shall I fear?” Karla Now, coming to know Jesus Christ isn’t going to make Mark & Karla Cornick are Area Reps with the Christian our problems instantly disappear any more than turning Motorcyclists Association. Find out more about CMA the light on made the spider disappear. But knowing and God’s plan for you at www.cmausa.org . Christ helps us put the monsters of this life into perspective. He not only carries us through the rough 6 - TRMI OCTOBER 2018
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T.J.’s Pourhouse 100 E. Washington Street Exira, Iowa 50076 712-268-2353 Open M-SAT.@11, SUN.@ NOON
Tobey Jacks Mineola Steak House Mineola, Iowa 712-526-2078 Open 7 Days a Week Check Us Out on Facebook
The Buck Snort Restaurant & Sports Bar 25 Scott Street Council Bluffs, Iowa 51503 712-328-2825 TheBuckSnortrestaurantandsportsbaronFB
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Nelson Machine & Forge General Machining, Ornamental Iron, Weld/Fab 70 Washington Street Marne, Iowa 51552 712-781-2220 Pike Run Services 320 Main Nichols, Iowa 52766 Shop 319-723-4244 Cell 319-330-4541 Road Rage BikeWorks 401 High Street Avoca, Iowa 51521 712-307-6111 Road Rage BikeWorks on Facebook SS Collision, Cycle Works & Graphics 2902 11th Ave SW Spencer, Iowa 51301 712-262-3959 www.sscollision.com Steffens Cycle Shop LLC 1311 E 7th Street Atlantic, Iowa 50022 712-243-3076 Mon-Fri 9-5, Sat 9-12 or Call
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The National American Legion has sponsored a benefit motorcycle ride for going on 13 years now. This year it came across Iowa following the entire length of Highway 71 in western Iowa going north. It is called the American Legion Legacy Run. The riders, all legion members, get together to raise funds for college assistance for the children of U.S. military personnel killed in active duty on or after Sept. 11, 2001, as well as children of post 9/11 veterans who are 50 percent or more disabled. Last year’s Legacy Ride raised a record $1,224,653. It has raised over $1 million in each of the last four years. This year’s ride started in Hutchinson Kansas and traveled five states in five days. The ride started on Aug 19 and made stops in Missouri, Iowa, and Wisconsin before finishing up on Aug 23 at the Anoka Minnesota American Legion Post 102.
Audubon to take pictures. They had planned a stop at both Albert the Bull, a giant statue of a Hereford bull and a wreath laying ceremony at the Veteran’s Memorial in front of the Audubon County Courthouse. With the rain, they were a good hour and a half behind schedule and had to cancel the planned activities in Audubon.
It was raining pretty good, so I waited along Highway 71 in Exira in my pickup truck, not knowing for sure how late they may be. When I saw them coming, I pulled up to the stop sign thinking with the Thunder Roads Magazine graphics on my truck they would see me and put a smile on their soaking faces. They roared by 427 bikes strong, with many waving. When the last support vehicle at the end went by, I followed them to Audubon. They pulled into the new truck stop and all filled up with gas. As I walked around (in the rain) talking with them and taking pictures, you could see their determination and commitment to this ride. I know there are a lot of people Monday morning, Aug 20, who would stay home or find the riders left Kansas City a motel or shelter on a day and stopped for lunch in like this. Not these bikers. Maryville, Missouri. The Spirits were high and they route that day included were having fun. I kind of a gas stop in Audubon felt like a puss for bringing and a one night stay in the pickup until a few, being Spencer, Iowa. Early that from other states, and seeing day they ran into rain, but I was with Thunder Roads rode all day anyway on Magazine would talk about wet pavement, rain, and drizzle. With myself just south of the Thunder Roads Magazine in their own states. Then I felt Audubon, I planned on picking up the ride and following to better about it. 14 - TRMI OCTOBER 2018
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They all filled up with gas using the four pumps of 91 octane. One person manned the nozzles and they did not reset the pump between bikes keeping the dollar amount on one card so they could get 427 bikes filled quicker. They restaged after a cup of coffee and a rest room break. The lead bike laid a wreath at the memorial in front of the Courthouse. Standing there feeling emotional, they all rode by and headed north in the rain. See you on down the road. Ben Simpson
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I mentioned the weather and yes, Mother Nature in October can be fickle bitch for sure, but there are those days that the month brings that are simply STUNNING and some of the best days of the year. Usually the bugs aren’t as bad, the sky is an amazing hue of blue, the sun can still be very warm and the colors that explode are breathtaking. We can slide into a couple of those “Sweet spots” when it’s just perfect and those are the days I simply love. Nobody b d ever said id I was all ll that h bbright. i h One thing hi that h my Usually you will still run into a few likeminded riders that old man, I am pretty sure, never said was “Watch out for just know the riding days are becoming fewer and fewer, my oldest boy, he sure is a quick one”. Pretty sure that he they are out embracing it as well, plus you can find a lot never said those words, in fact, I KNOW that has never of cool things going all over the place. Roadside apple been said. Why am I falling on my own sword here and stands, small towns having fall festivals, even organized expressing to the Thunder Roads World with this factual leaf runs where you can find maps of great roads that are statement? Because some of the things I am about to an explosion of fall foliage that are just better taken in on express over the next few paragraphs that my main man, a bike. October air the sights, the smells, all of it are just Vern, is permitting me to bloviate about, may cause you to incredible while riding and we should all have a special sit back and wonder, “How much head trauma did that boy appreciation for this time of the year. have?”. A couple of weekend road trips that turned out to be my The answer is a lot lot lot lot. I may or may not really have greatest memories on a bike, took place in October and I taken a few to many blows to the melon over my years know our “life schedules” can sometimes block us from on this planet. But I have never been much of a dude that doing what we love to do, but life is too damn short to lives life in a bubble, or in a cage, I like to embrace things watch things go by. Don’t be a watcher. Get your ass out and sometimes I appear to have embraced a few directly there and ride! I recall the shithole bar we stopped at that into the gray matter that provides us the cognizant reason- had incredible wings. I remember the twists on the blacking that makes us one step higher on the food chain than top on a 75 degree day, under a canopy of the most brilsay, a stupid cat. Cats are a pain in the ass and proof that liant orange leaves I have ever seen. I remember sitting dogs are so much better. Don’t even bother to go all crazy around the hotel that night with friends after a long day of cat lady on me either, because if you look into your soul, riding, laughing so hard, we couldn’t catch our breaths. I you know it’s true, dogs are so much better than cats could remember the slight bit of frost on my bike early one day ever hope to be. So, let’s get to what is on my mind, as before the sun warmed quickly and delivered yet another we slowly drift into the end of the Midwest riding season brilliant day in the saddle. I remember a few years back, and we either are storing our bikes away, moving on to cruising into a packed small town not knowing what was other pursuits, or maybe you are still holding on to those going on, only to find a big annual harvest celebration was amazing October days, when the sun’s still shining bright taking place and having what was perhaps the best apple and proud, albeit for fewer minutes every single day, then, pie and cider in my life while making new friends in a after it sets, we get a quick reminder via October, that cold town I had never stopped at before. All because we were weather is coming and we can switch from a shirt with blowing up and down the highway during October. short sleeves, to insulated leather. In one ride. And to be honest, I really love those types of days. I learned many years ago that my favorite football team is going to win or lose, doesn’t matter if I watch them or You see, I firmly believe that October might be my fanot. I love watching the game, but when it’s nice outside I vorite time of the year to swing a leg over and flip up the simply can’t watch life go by, I need to be out in it. kickstand and there are several reasons behind it. (Already some are reading this, thinking to themselves, “Yup, that Load up the bike, grab the camera, and hit the open roads. boy had taken a few to the noggin for sure, October ridWatch out for deer and John Deere for that matter. Bring ing, which is just weird”.) I know, I know, I know. Many your leathers and would rather ride on a warm June day than the 10th month enjoy perhaps the of the year, I get that and I can usually find something greatest month of the awesome about riding anytime I get the chance to ride. year to be on a bike. And there might be a bit more “danger” involved around riding then. The deer are really starting to get active as the Suddenly I have a breeding season is commencing, they get moved around very strong desire because of the harvest, the roads can be dicey in spots for a slice of apple where grain has spilled a bit out of a truck or wagon and pie. If I could only farm equipment can be moving slow down a road. All remember what adding a few more items to worry about when you are out damn town that was! on a fantastic day in October. Quick side note, NEVER EVER whine, bitch, or complain when you are riding and Told you I was never you come across a farmer on the road. Respect them, give that bright. them the room they need, and just be chill about it. You aren’t in that damn big of a hurry and this is their time of year to harvest. Give them a wave and be thankful they do Todd “Crash” Davis what they do as they feed the world. Thunder Roads Magazine of Iowa on Facebook www.thunderroadsiowa.com 22 - TRMI OCTOBER 2018
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It’s October, and that makes me excited! No, it’s not because of the incessant streaming of pumpkin spice drivel that every coffeehouse from here to hell is spewing…I am excited because despite the fact that the coming of fall means the close of another riding season is fast approaching, the fact remains that Fall in Iowa is flat out the most beautiful time of the year. Catching Iowa’s fall foliage in its full, vibrant radiance is something that always takes my breath away…that’s why if you have never been to northeastern Iowa to the area affectionately known as “Little Switzerland” to see the amazing autumn landscape, then quite frankly you have never really experienced THE leaf ride to remember. So that being said, fuel up the bike, put on some cow hide, and pack your camera to capture the most amazing views you will find this time of year! Peak times for fall foliage viewing are usually anywhere from early-to-mid-October. That’s when the season puts on its best show with the maples and elms ablaze in reds, and contrasting intense yellows and purples of the ash trees. You will find every conceivable hue along the River Bluffs Scenic Byway, which includes the towns of Luxemburg, Guttenburg, Elkader, Garnavillo, Lansing, and McGregor. The River Bluffs Scenic Byway is a 109-mile route through Fayette and Clayton Counties, that features limestone bluffs, caves, sinkholes, springs, and streams. This route also happens to be recognized as the second most scenic state byway in Iowa, due to the extensive hardwood forests, native prairies, wetlands, cold water trout streams, and spectacular views. Because it was bypassed by the last glacier thought to have scraped and ironed out much of Iowa’s land, this area of the state is distinctive and diverse with looming bluffs, rolling valleys, and a landscape that couldn’t have been more beautiful were it painted by
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Leonardo Da Vinci himself. The unique geology of the area has made this route a soughtafter destination for tourists and nature enthusiasts alike. The region is dotted with parks, nature centers, fishing spots, campgrounds, trails and water access points. The also features one of the largest recreation areas in the state, Volga River Recreation Area. If fish is your thing, aquatic life can be seen at the Big Springs Trout Hatchery and the Guttenberg Aquarium and Fish Management Area. Be sure to gaze the countryside while cruising the byway and you are sure to catch a glimpse of the past. The area has plenty of historical sites to captivate your interest and spark a desire to learn about the area’s culture. If you have scheduled your trip more than a just a short, day visit be sure to plan a visit to Motor Mill Historic Park of Montauk, or atop to see where the first successful gasoline tractor engine was built. Another unique attraction is at the Union Sunday School, where visitors can attend a concert featuring the largest Kimball organ in the country. Along the byway are 13 communities each rich in cultural heritage, offering their own stories, festivals, and places to explore. Experience the mesmerizing view of Pikes Peak State Park, conquer the four-acre corn maze in Elgin, devour the world’s largest tenderloin in St. Olaf, discover the American Indian burial mounds in the shape of a bear at Iowa’s Effigy Mounds, or attend the town of Guttenberg’s annual German Fest. If you are only planning for a day, the byway can be traveled in a mere four hours, but this area has so much to offer, you are going to want to stick around longer. The River Bluffs Scenic Byway in northeastern Iowa may just be Iowa’s answer to Pennsylvania’s Fall Foliage Tours…and what an impressive reply it is! Melanie J Schwarte
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My husband h b d & I jjoined i d our llocall post iin Marshalltown h ll iin anticipation of being a greater part of our community AND becoming members of the American Legion Riders. We have always rode motorcycles, however now our riding would be for helping our veterans, neighbors & community. Within the Riders we have met some really good friends, brothers & sisters.
This hi year the h Riders id sponsored the 1st Annual “Hero’s Ride” to raise funds for First Responders. Hopefully, this event will grow into an annual success!
The Riders are always looking for a project and never need to look far. Our meetings are monthly on Saturday mornings, in hope of a ride & meal to follow.
The fall “Stand Down” is always very humbling as to what the American Legion Riders work so hard to achieve, ASSISTANCE FOR VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES. During this weekend long event veterans can get medical/dental exams, haircuts, 3 hot meals daily, clothing, hot showers, sleeping bags and information on local assistance, along with any other need the Riders can provide.
In the winter months, The Riders put on a monthly homemade meal fundraiser, to keep funds growing for summer projects. Always nice to see the Iowa Veterans Home bring a bus load of local veterans, to join in. It’s easy to see the enjoyment on their faces!
The membership has helped out so many people/veterans in our community ranging from gift cards, batteries for an electric wheelchair, care packages for local active soldiers, financial assistance and so much more.
Some of the Veterans are very familiar with our members from monthly BINGO at IVH. Recently we had 97 veterans join in for BINGO! Prizes and money are always well received. Herschel Edwards & Nick Salasek, along with the Rider’s membership have an annual fundraiser, “Paws & Effect.” This event raises money to train service dogs for veterans in need. So much work, planning & networking with our community goes into this event. All the members, bikes, the actual ride, the celebration & finally see the outcome of a well deserving veteran get a service dog to help with daily living. The Riders also assist with “Ride for Time” to raise money for under/non insured women and men for early detection of breast cancer. These turnouts are amazing, with a stop at IVH. These veterans LOVE to see all the bikes and visit with the Riders. 28 - TRMI OCTOBER 2018
We also had a couple in our membership in need of assistance during a life threatening medical emergency. Post 46, without hesitation, jumped right in to provide emotional & financial assistance to our sister & brother. There were a lot of hugs & tears upon their return to Post 46! The members of the American Legion Riders Post 46 are wonderful, caring people, always providing assistance to our veterans, active soldiers, surrounding Posts and so much more that hasn’t been mentioned. Thank you Post 46 for all your compassion and hard work. It’s an honor and privilege to be a small part. Wayne & Tonya’ Warnell
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Bombshell b h ll bl blondes, d bbangin’ i bbrunettes, and d rebel b l redheads, dh d are just a few of the many shades of sultry women you will see featured in Natanic’s tastefully sexy annual Pin-up calendar put on by my good friend, the devilishly handsome Nate Ullrich. (stop by www.Natanic.com to snag a copy!) His calendar not only showcases women hot enough to melt anyone’s popsicle, but it also combines Nates love for vintage motorcycles. Sounds pretty kick ass right? You can’t go wrong with babes and bikes. Now I could put on a weak argument about how rough Nate’s life is, but he really is out there living every man’s dream. Hell, if I were traveling the country, constantly surrounded by vintage motorcycles and stunning locations, all while getting to capture iconic photos of breathtaking women in lingerie, I’d smile just as much as Nate does! Actually now that I think about it, one of the first things I learned about Nate is that it is physically impossible not to smile when he’s around. He
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just has this wonderful aura about him that makes posing in your knickers so much FUN! I remember shooting with Nate for the first time, we had never met prior, and even though I had dabbled into some Pin-up modeling, I really was just starting my modeling career. However, Nate and I clicked instantly, and by the end of the shoot we not only had countless snapshots of me flipping the camera the bird from Nate making me laugh so hard, but we walked away with a wonderful friendship. I have shot with Nate multiple times since, and each time is an even better experience. Nate is the ideal photographer, he is passionate, organized, driven, creative beyond measure, humble, and truly caring. Although his camera skills are impressive, I favor being the little bombshell in front of the lens, it really is its own treat, especially for me. I grew up with the need for speed, and a love for anything with a motor. So naturally, when Nate approached me asking how I felt about modeling a sick vintage motorcycle my first thought was “Hell yeah! Sign me up!” Having the opportunity to be a Natanic’s Pin-Ups model two years in a row has been nothing short of amazing. I have learned so much, and met so many amazing people along the way. I never would have thought one Facebook message would have impacted my life so much! I want any woman out there who is even slightly curious about what it takes to be “that woman” to reach out to Nate. When women shoot with Nate they are guaranteed to adopt a new found confidence they didn’t know they had, friendships they never expected, and opportunities they might not have gotten without Nate!! I can promise that once you get a taste, you will be back for more, just like the people who flock to get their calendars year after year! Serena - Natanic’s Pin-ups Miss January 2018 and May 2019
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everything to make your mouth water. We started our meal with a basket of beer battered cheese balls. Perfectly cooked to golden gooey perfection, these little nuggets are little crumbles from heaven. While munching on the appetizer, we noticed that the menu offered dine in options as well as a take away menu, anything from salad to enormous platters that allow even the completely indecisive to try a little of nearly everything they have to offer. When the waitress pinned us down and we were forced to make our choices, it transpired as follows…
Whatcha Smokin’ BBQ & Brew 403 Iowa Avenue Luther, Iowa (515) 257 7490 Whatchasmokinbbq.com Facebook: watchasmokinbbq+brew Open Daily 11 am -9 pm You might ask yourself what could possibly be better than a sunny day out on two wheels with friends and a couple of stops for cold drinks. Well I’ll tell you what puts the ‘ol icing on my cake…or in this case maybe it’s the pork in my bun, no wait…the meat on my bone. Oh, never mind. The point is, if you like barbeque and you haven’t been to this joint yet, then you are in for a real treat. We met up with our good friends Dick and Joni (you may have seen them grace the Thunder Cam pages before) and tore up as much pavement as a one-day race around the state would allow. Now Dick and Joni seem to find the random bantering between Vernon and I entertaining for some reason, and we think that they are pretty damn fantastic as well, so when we can get time together we like to make good use of it. This trip out, we decided to swing through Luther and darken the doors of TRMI supporter, Whatcha Smokin’ BBQ & Brew. We pulled in after the lunch hour, but still found the place bustling with patrons in search of smoky goodness. Wait staff was quick and attentive despite the crowd, and before long we grabbed a cold one and took a seat in the “outdoor” dining area. This area has 2 walls constructed of large overhead doors that just happened to be open during our visit. The whole place has a cool “industrial’ vibe to it. In no time at all we began perusing the menu. From familiar appetizers and down-home side dishes to unique dessert creations, this menu includes 30 - TRMI OCTOBER 2018
Dick ordered the Baby Back Dinner, opting for the half rack of ribs, as the meal also comes equipped with 2 side dishes, Texas toast, and corn bread. The cornbread was accompanied by a bit of sweet honey butter. Dick chose to double up on the coleslaw for his duo of sides. The ribs were flavorful and tender, and the serving was more than ample. Vernon elected to order the 2 Meat Pit Master Plate (it is available with 1, 2, or 3 meats). This meal also comes with the Texas toast and cornbread, as well as 2 side dishes. Meat options for this meal include thick cut Iowa loin, pulled chicken, double-smoked sausage, or pulled pork. Vernon opted for the Iowa pork loin and the double-smoked sausage to join his campground beans and potato salad at the table. The pork loin was juicy and delicious, and the double-smoked sausage was to die for. We later noted that the sausage is also available in a sandwich form…and yes, we considered purchasing one “to go” for later. The potato salad was true to its name, “Mom’s Potato Salad” as it had tender chunks of potato and a subtle hint of mustard in the dressing. The campground beans were also delicious, slightly sweet, slightly smoky.
I chose to try out the Iowa Cheese Steak with the secret spot fries. The sandwich was a wonderful mingling of smoked meats including chicken, pork, and brisket, all topped with onions and peppers and a little melted swiss cheese piled up on a fresh roll. The secret spot fries were house cut, crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside and seasoned with the
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boiled egg, cheese and crunchy croutons. Joni said that the amazing ranch dressing just took the salad over the top. This salad was definitely never intended to reside on a plate as a side…. more than a meal for sure! With friendly staff, great food, and cold drinks we could have occupied our table for hours to come, but the road was calling our names and we decided to get a few more miles in before calling it a day. This may have been our first visit to Whatcha Smokin’, but it definitely won’t be our last. If you haven’t checked it out yet, do so soon and tell them TRMI sent you! Whatcha Smokin’ house rub. Joni refused to be the picture of gluttony like the rest of our table, and she ordered “That Good Salad” with ranch as her choice of dressing. She did however add some chicken to her salad so that we didn’t all feel so bad about our overindulgence. The salad was HUGE and had fresh, crisp greens topped with tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, hard Thunder Roads Magazine of Iowa on Facebook
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uns tthat hatt ha Mother superior tells two new nuns they have to paint their room without getting any paint on their clothes. One nun suggests to the other, “Hey, let’s take all our clothes off, fold them up, and lock the door.” So they do this, and begin n painting their room. Soon they hear a knock at the door. They ask, “Who is it?” “Blind man!” T The he nuns look at each other and one nu nunn says, “He’s blind, so he can’t see. e. Wh What at could it hurt?” They let him in. T The he blind man walks in and says, “Hey, nice tits. Where do you want me to hang the blinds?”
Why Wh h does Helen Keller wear skin tight pants? So you can read her lips! A little boy asked his dad what’s in between mums legs and he says “its paradise my boy.” “Ok what’s in between your legs” and he says “It’s the kkey to paradise.” And the boy goes “Well youu better get that lock changed because that yo pric pr prick ickk ne ic next xtt ddoor o has a spare key.” Wh Why do nursing homes give their male pati pa patients ti Cialis? To keep them from rolling outt of bed. ou
A father f fa watched his daughter playing in thee ggarden. He smiled as he reflected on how th sweet swee sw eeet aand innocent his little girl was. Suddenly she just stopped and stared at the ground. He went over to her and noticed she was looking at two spiders mating. “Daddy, what are those two spiders doing?” she asked. “They’re mating,” her father replied. “What do you call the spider on top, Daddy?” she asked. “That’s a Daddy Longlegs,” her father answered. “So, the other one is Mommy Longlegs?” the little girl asked. “No,” her father replied. “Both of them are Daddy Longlegs.” The little girl thought for a moment, then she stomped them flat and said A young blonde was on vacation in the depths of Louisiana. “Well, it might be okay in California, Vermont, and New She wanted a pair of real alligator shoes in the worst way, York, but we’re not having any of that shit in Iowa.” but she didn’t want to pay the high prices the local vendors were asking. After becoming very frustrated with the “no haggle” attitude of one of the shopkeepers, the blonde A guy asks his friend Rick cuz he’s a ladies’ man how he shouted, “Maybe I’ll just go out and catch my own alligator satisfies women. Rick replies: “I just slam my penis on the so I can get a pair of shoes at a reasonable price!” The dresser until it’s numb, then I can go for hours.” That night shopkeeper said, “By all means, be my guest. Maybe you’ll the guy slams his penis on the dresser while his wife’s in the luck out and catch yourself a big one!” Determined, the bathroom. She calls out, “Rick, is that you?” blonde turned and headed for the swamps, set on catching herself an alligator. Later in the day, the shopkeeper is driving home, when he spots the young woman standing What did the tranny tell the women? It takes balls to be a waist deep in the water, shotgun in hand. Just then, he sees transvestite! a huge 9-foot alligator swimming quickly toward her. She takes aim, kills the creature and with a great deal of effort hauls it on to the swamp bank. Lying nearby were several A husband and wife decided they needed to use “code” to more of the dead creatures. The shopkeeper watches in indicate that they wanted to have sex without letting their amazement. Just then the blonde flips the alligator on children in on it. They decided on the word Typewriter. its back, and frustrated, shouts out, “Darn, this one isn’t One day the husband told his five year old daughter, “Go wearing any shoes either!” tell your mommy that daddy needs to type a letter”. The child told her mother what her dad said, and her mom responded, “Tell your daddy that he can’t type a letter right There’s a big conference of beer producers. At the end of now because there is a red ribbon in the typewriter.” The the day, all of the presidents of all beer companies decide child went back to tell her father what mommy said. A few to have a drink in a bar. The president of ‘Budweiser’ days later the mom told the daughter, “Tell daddy that he orders a Bud, the president of ‘Miller’ orders a Miller Lite, can type that letter now.” The child told her father, returned Adolph Coors orders a Coors, and the list goes on. Then to her mother and announced, “Daddy said never mind with the waitress asks Arthur Guinness what he wants to drink, the typewriter, he already wrote the letter by hand.” and much to everybody’s amazement, Mr. Guinness orders a Coke! “Why don’t you order a Guinness?” his colleagues ask. “Naah. If you guys won’t drink beer, than neither will Observing The Baby One night a wife found her husband I.” standing over their baby’s crib. Silently she watched him. As he stood looking down at the sleeping infant, she saw on his face a mixture of emotions: disbelief, doubt, delight, What are the Bee Gees having problems with? Stayin’ Alive. amazement, enchantment, skepticism. Touched by this
A gentleman annually took a fishing hin ingg trip with his friends, and his wifee wondered how much fishing they actually did. She typically packed all his clothes as he was very busy at work. On his return from this year’s trip, she asked him how the fishing was, and he responded, “Best ever”! He said that the only problem was that she had forgotten to pack underwear for his weeklong stay. She said, “No, I packed them. I put them in your tackle box”.
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unusual display and the deep emotions it aroused, with eyes glistening she slipped her arm around her husband. “A penny for your thoughts,” she said. “It’s amazing!” he replied. “I just can’t see how anybody can make a crib like that for only $67.50.”
Labrador out and returned in a few moments with a cat, who also checked out the poor dog on the table. As had his predecessors, the cat sadly shook his head and said, “Meow.” He then jumped off the table and ran out of the room. The veterinarian handed the man a bill for $600. The dog’s owner went nuts. “$600! Just to tell me my dog is dead? This is outrageous!” The vet shook his head sadly and A rather attractive woman goes up to the bar in a quiet rural explained. “If you had taken my word for it, it would have pub. She gestures alluringly to the barman who comes over been $50, but with the Lab work and the cat scan...” immediately. When he arrives, she seductively signals that he should bring his face close to hers. When he does so, she begins to gently caress his beard which is full and bushy. A farmer and his brand new bride were riding home from “Are you the manager?” she asks, softly stroking his face the chapel in a wagon pulled by a team of horses, when the with both hands. “Actually, no” he replies. “Can you get older horse stumbled. The farmer said, “That’s once.” A him for me - I need to speak to him?” she asks, running her little further along, the poor old horse stumbled again. The hands up beyond his beard and into his hair. “I’m afraid farmer said, “That’s twice.” After a little, while the poor old I can’t” breathes the barman - clearly aroused. “Is there horse stumbled again. The farmer didn’t say anything, but anything I can do?” “Yes there is. I need you to give him a reached under the seat, pulled out a shotgun and shot the message” she continues huskily, popping a couple of fingers horse. His brand new bride raised all kind of hell with him, into his mouth and allowing him to suck them gently. “Tell telling him, “That was an awful thing to do.” The farmer him that there is no toilet paper in the ladies room.” said, “That’s once.” A soccer mom walked into a tattoo parlor and asked for 2 tattoos. She wanted a Christmas tree on her left thigh and a turkey on the right thigh. When they were done the artist asked why she wanted these tattoos. She replied “My husband always complains that there’s nothing to eat between Thanksgiving and Christmas.” A woman was shopping at her local supermarket where she selected: A half-gallon of 2% milk, A carton of eggs, A quart of orange juice, A head of romaine lettuce, A 2 lb. can of coffee, And a 1 lb. package of bacon. As she was unloading her items on the conveyor belt to check out, a drunk standing behind her watched as she placed the items in front of the cashier. While the cashier was ringing up her purchases, the drunk calmly stated, “You must be single.” The woman was a bit startled by this proclamation, but she was intrigued by the derelict’s intuition, since she was indeed single. She looked at her six items on the belt and saw nothing particularly unusual about her selections that could have tipped off the drunk to her marital status. Curiosity getting the better of her, she said “Well, you know what, you’re absolutely correct, but how on earth did you know that?” The drunk replied, “Cause you’re ugly.” What’s five miles long and has an IQ of forty? A stripper parade. A man brought a very limp dog into the veterinary clinic. As he lay the dog on the table, the doctor pulled out his stethoscope, placing the receptor on the dog’s chest. After a moment or two, the vet shook his head sadly and said, “I’m sorry, but your dog has passed away.” “What?” screamed the man. “How can you tell? You haven’t done any testing on him or anything. I want another opinion!” With that, the vet turned and left the room. In a few moments, he returned with a Labrador retriever. The Retriever went right to work, checking the poor dead dog out thoroughly. After a considerable amount of sniffing, the Retriever sadly shook his head and said “Bark”. The veterinarian then took the Thunder Roads Magazine of Iowa on Facebook
A newlywed couple was spending their honeymoon in a remote log cabin resort way up the mountains. They had registered on Saturday and they had not been seen for 5 days. An elderly couple ran the resort, and they were getting concerned about the welfare of these newlyweds. The old man decided to go and see if they were all right. He knocked on the door of the cabin and a weak voice from inside answered. The old man asked if they were OK. “Yes, we’re fine. We’re living on the fruits of love”. The old man replied, “I thought so...would you mind not throwing the peelings out the window...they’re choking my ducks!” A guy is outside in his front yard attempting to fly a kite with his son. Every time the kite gets up in the air, it comes crashing down. After this goes on for a while, his wife sticks her head out the front door and yells, “You need more tail.” The guy turns to his son and says, “Son, I never will understand women. I just told her an hour ago I needed more tail, and she told me to go fly a kite!” A Native American walks into a bar with a bag of buffalo manure in one hand and a shotgun in the other. He walks to the bar and orders a cup of coffee. He drinks the coffee in one gulp, throws the bag in the air, shoots it with the shotgun and walks out. The next day he walks into the same bar and orders a cup of coffee. He drinks the coffee in one gulp, throws the bag in the air, shoots it with the shotgun and walks out. The next day he walks back into the bar and tries to order coffee. The bar tender says hold on their chief. We still haven’t cleaned up the mess from yesterday. What is your problem? The Indian says, “Me in executive training program...Come in, drink coffee, shoot the shit and disappear for the rest of the day”.
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I have been fortunate to have served as a volunteer firefighter for 25 years and counting. I got into the fire service when I moved from Waterloo area back to my hometown of Irwin in 1993. Since that time I have moved a couple of times, but have remained an active member of the local volunteer fire department. I have lived in and been a member of the Kimballton Fire Department now for many years and proudly serve to help out the community that we call home. Over all of those years and with three different departments that I have served on, as well as countless friends on departments all over the state, a resounding theme has always been trying to make ends meet. Most volunteer departments in small towns especially struggle with being able to keep their departments outfitted with safe and dependable gear, training, vehicles, and personal protective gear. This stuff is highly specialized and very expensive. Fire service standards have to be adhered to for the sake of safe and efficient operations, and the days of having 40 year old fire trucks have gone by the wayside. Tax revenues generally are enough for an operating budget, but large scale purchases such as replacing dated personal protective equipment or a fire truck are simply not in the budget. Some departments have it better financially, some departments have it worse, but a common theme is that fire departments as a whole have a budget shortfall and have historically looked to fundraisers of some form to make ends meet. Here in Kimballton, we have done a Father’s Day breakfast for many years, and that is our “one and done” type of event that we do and it has worked very well for us. Some departments have steak feeds, some do boot drives, some have raffles, some have dances, some do picnics, and a variety of other things. Departments basically work
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within their respective areas to try to garner as much financial support within their communities as they can. One increasing trend the past few years are fire department poker runs or fun runs as well as Fire/ Rescue support events. Just this year on our TRMI events list we have had quite a few listed, and have actually heard of a few too late after they occurred. Zylstra HD in Ames did a Firefighter appreciation day and ride, our neighboring Audubon Fire & Rescue Department ran an ad for their June run this year, and other events were held in the towns of Williamsburg, Stuart, Hartwig, Carter Lake, Brooklyn, and Blairstown. It is no surprise that this trend has developed, as more than one person on any department may be riders. Here in Kimballton our own Chief, Bill Allen rides a Firefighter Edition Heritage Softail. It is a point of pride and a damn good time to be able to serve and ride to help fund a department’s needs. Some of the departments are not so good about getting the word out about their runs, so we ask that if you know of a department that is doing a run next year, get us the date as soon as you can to include on our FREE events list. If people don’t know about it, they cannot get out riding. Also, we ask that if a local or quasi-local department to you is hosting an event of some sort, even if not a riding event, stop by and drop some green in the jar. The money that is donated may be helping keep a fire fighter safe, may be helping save a life, or replace gear or equipment that is needed to help protect your communities. Ride on, and support the Maltese Cross! Al Scheibe and Vernon Schwarte
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