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Feb2016 Let Me Tell Ya

By Mike Savidge

End of the MonthlyLife is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Dont resist them - that only creates sorrow. Let reality be reality. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like.Lao Tzu

Go FAR today is nothing like the magazine that debuted on International Ride To Work Day in July 2007. Better paper, improved content, and a cleaner layout are just a few of the changes readers would notice. Others were more subtle, but all of them combined have created Floridas Favorite Motorcycle Magazine.

Go FAR was the first of Floridas motorcycle monthlies to go Family-Friendly. Other magazines have followed our lead after seeing that everyone isnt necessarily interested in seeing naked babes on bikes. Nothing against babes, but the goal was to create a magazine that you could place in any business and not worry about offending your customers. You can read Go FAR in church, though its not necessarily recommended by a Higher Authority.

Go FAR was the first magazine in Florida to feature a Scenic Ride Map in each issue. These werent business locator maps, but riding routes that would show you some of the best back roads in the state. Since then, several of the other publications have offered similar map features, and theres even a business devoted to selling these types of ride maps. I cant take credit for originating this idea as there are other magazines such as RoadRunner who have been doing it longer and better. And the credit for the inspiration to do the maps goes to Mad Maps. I had the pleasure of being their original Florida Scout about ten years ago and spent the best year of my life searching out scenic rides to be used on their maps.

Go FAR has covered subjects that span just about the entire motorcycle spectrum. Its a magazine with the kinds of features you wont find in the other publications. The goal has always been to have information that was educational and/or entertaining. My thanks to all of the many contributors who helped as achieve that goal.

Go FAR isnt alone on the racks. There are about 15 other free magazines that cater to the Florida motorcycle community and Ive watched just as many come and go since the first Go FAR. Anyone can start up a magazine these days, though I think there are smarter ways to spend money. It requires a lot of time and effort to sell advertising, publish, and distribute a printed magazine every month. And, at the end of the month, many publications still have magazines sitting in the racks. Its a sign of the times for the print industry and a sign that it was time for Go FAR to make another change. Go FAR will now be published on a quarterly basis. The new and improved, and larger, Go For A Ride Magazine Spring 2016 edition will debut at the end of March. Weve always been about riding and that will continue to be our main focus. Each issue will include a multi-page Travel Destination feature. Well create a new Scenic Ride Map for the area along with information on why youll want to put it on your list of places to ride. Well

give you two maps in each issue by also including a Classic scenic ride map from the Go FAR map vault. Youll also find safety features and well show you whats new in motorcycles and accessories. The Word Puzzle will remain, as will the same roster of writers. Readers contributions will always be welcome.

Go FARs main purpose has been to serve riders by giving them information and inspiration to get out and Go For A Ride. This publishing change will allow us the time we need to develop more indepth features on some of Floridas fantastic riding destinations.

Go FAR will be a better deal for business advertisers. Spend less to get more has always been our motto and it will continue. Go FAR enjoys a higher rate of retainability than many other magazines. Our maps and stories dont go out of date so people tend to keep Go FAR around longer. That means your advertising message gets more bang for the buck.

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Things Dont Always Go As Planned

My thoughts were that helping out on this years SRRR for Parkinsons was going to be a breeze. After teaming up with event founder Rick Karkczewski (a fellow rider who has Parkinsons), AMVETS Post 44, and the American Legion Riders of Post 148, we put together an event that raised more than $16,000. Part of the money went to the Michael J Fox Foundation but the majority stayed local going to the Frances J Zesiewicz Foundation for Parkinsons at USF in Tampa. We had a great venue, lots of volunteers, plenty of donations, and good weather.

This year, things were different. Due to some scheduling conflicts, the event was moved from February to January. That might have been a good move if the Florida Motorcycle Expo at Quaker Steak hadnt also decided to change their date to the same weekend. Not a problem, theres room for more than one event on the calendar. Then, a few days before Christmas, we discovered that we dont have the necessary paperwork to use the same venue and theres a permit issue with our beverage provider. Not good. But this is not a group that gives up easily. It was decided that moving the event to the AMVETS Post 44 location would take care of both issues. Its not as roomy, but offers comfortable shelter and has a fully stocked bar with very reasonable prices. Things were looking up. Then, the morning of the event, I opened to door to find 51 degrees and raining. Things werent looking as good.

The sun did finally come out, though it never warmed up much, and we did get about 30 riders for Ricks morning pre-party ride. They rode like the wind, er, make that, they rode through the wind. Winds were gusting at over 25mph so the vendors were moved inside to save their tents from being damaged. A few more bikes came in but cars and trucks filled in most of the available parking space. We probably drew a bit under 200 people this year but they were in a spending mood when it came to bidding on the auction items and buying raffle tickets. Along with the generous contributions from our main sponsors and the registration donations, the event raised over $13,000. Not quite the $16,000 we were hoping for but a very respectable amount under the less than favorable circumstances.

A lot of people deserve a lot of credit for all of their work that made this a success. Without the support of the main sponsors, The Fran Haasch Law Group, A&J Mobility Inc, and Show-Mes Sports Bar in Tampa (great job on the burgers, too), we couldnt even get started. The Legion Riders, AMVETS Post 44, and other riding groups lent us a lot of support

when we needed it and handled many of the event day duties. Terry Cole and the Honky Tonk Hitmen are a solid live band and Parti Patti is one on the best emcees on the planet. Ray K organized the auction and was instrumental (donating a guitar signed by the members of Steppenwolf) in making it such a success. To my fellow magazine owners, thank you for your support in helping to get the word out. Deborah Speicher of Thunder Roads has been extremely generous with her donations. To anyone I may have overlooked, my apology, your help was greatly appreciated.

Next year should be bigger, better, and hopefully, a little bit warmer.

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Event Photos by Deborah Speicher

Its really not surprising when you watch peoples reaction when you mention Bikers or better yet, if youre a biker, you can get some odd looks. The connotation of the bad ass, beer swilling, tattooed, social criminal usually comes to mind. But Im here to tell you that I have seen a lot of bikers, even some with that description, arrive at a toy run with a big fluffy teddy bear for some sick child in the hospital. We of the biker community come in every shape, size and walk of life. Our common denominator is that we ride and, when it comes to our own, or a child, we tend to step up to the plate. In both my long careers as a police officer, a pro-photographer, and a biker, I have been involved with a lot of charitable people and events. No matter whether it was a $10 donation or a corporate sponsorship, people help peoplethats what we do as a community and as a nation. I pray that never stops, but that is another conversation.

Enter Chris Mitten, a tough-guy looking biker who has been in the beer business for 35 years. Thirty of those years have been with Pepin Distributors here in Tampa. Chris has been a Harley man for 41 years and loves to get out on the highway whether its a local ride or a long haul to Michigan. When hes not selling beer he is usually involved in doing something to give back to the community. He and his wife Luana, held Bags for Breakfast for several years. This was a weekend day set aside for

bikers to drop by their home in the Forrest Hills section of Tampa and drop off a back pack for school kids. In return, you got a home cooked breakfast to kick start your weekend ride. They are hoping to start that event back up this year so watch for an update in Biker with a Badge. Another fantastic project the Mittens are involved in is the Healing Journal. This is a book that prompts a child to fill in the blanks, so to speak. It might ask, What song makes you happy and why? It could ask questions about dancing or art, all positive things that draw out who they are outside their problems. The book is not just for children that are sick, but also for those that may have been abused, victims of a crime or even divorce. A sad statistic is that as many as 40% of kids go through some trauma in their young life. The books are given to first responders to give away to these children. For more info, go to www.bealubooks.com.

If that wasnt enough, Chris is one of the directors of the annual Bud Run charity poker ride. In its 14th year, the Run is scheduled for May 21st. The Bud Run raises money for children with critical medical needs. Chris says that they have a special connection to law enforcement families and attempt to support them whenever possible. With the help of many, such as director Rick Ramsey and coordinator Mike Waldman, they have helped make life a little better for these children and their families. Chris humbles himself by singing the praises of key sponsors such as American Powder Coating, Pepin Distributors and GOFARs friend Fran Haasch. I have done events and I can tell you it is people like Chris who make it happen. The first Bud Run involved

a few Pepin Distributors employees getting together to help out a co-workers child. With less than 100 participants on that first run, it has grown and so has the amenities. This year the end point will be at Quaker Steak and Lube in Clearwater and the highlight is an auction that will consist of autographed guitars, neon signs and plenty of Budweiser stuff. There will be ride trophies and prizes. To get more info, go to www.budrun.org. There you can register and see the story of this years, and past, recipients.

The purpose of this story was not to endorse the Bud Run, although I personally do. The point is people like Chris are not in it for the limelight or the accolades. When he talks about his charity involvements, you do not hear bragging, but instead you hear caring and humility. He is one of the unsung biker heroes of our community. No money goes into anyones pockets. Many times they dont receive awards unless you count the smile on a childs face or the tears of gratification from a parent. Find something that touches your heart and support itit will come back to you. And by all means, lets go for a ride! Bsafe.

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By Deborah SpeicherThe Harley-Davidson MDA Womens Ride started in 2008 as a gathering for women

to meet up with Karen Davidson and a small group of fairly new lady riders who had won a contest. Initially, we were to meet Karen and the ladies to escort them to the Ocean Center on their last leg of their journey. The response from those of us wanting to join them was so great that it was turned into a fundraiser for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) and continues to be a wonderful annual event during Daytona Bike Week.

This year, Karen Davidson (great granddaughter of one of the founders of Harley-Davidson) will once again lead the group ride. In the past, other well-known lady riders also joined the group ride Cris Sommer Simmons, Laura Klock, Cat Hammes, Vicky Roberts-Sanfilipo and Genevieve Schmidt just to name a few. Motorcycling celebrities have also joined us at the beginning and/or end of the ride artist David Uhl, Nancy and Willie G. Davidson, photographer Michael Lichter, motorcycle matriarch Gloria Struck, and rock star Pat Simmons of the Doobie Brothers who gave us a private concert!

But the real superstars of the event are the children with muscular dystrophy who also participate each year. Some of them have been able to ride along with us courtesy of trikes and sidecars. Most of the monies raised for this MDA event stays local and is used to send the children to MDA Summer Camp. I cant begin to explain how we feel at this event when the parents and children give us their heartfelt thanks. It is priceless!

Historically, this ride has attracted hundreds of lady rider participants but attendance has seemed to wane over the past year. This is an empowering event and I would encourage any lady rider who is planning on attending Daytona Bike to sign up to participate in this ride. For more information and to register/start your fundraising, go to: www2.mda.org/site/TR?fr_id=22368&pg=entry or contact MDA at [email protected].

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Feb2016 Sisters Centennial Motorcycle Ride 2016

Then: Two Women on a Cross-Country Motorcycle Mission; Now: One Hundred Women Riding Cross-Country in Their Honor

In September, Alisa Clickenger announced plans for the Sisters Centennial Motorcycle Ride, July 4-24, 2016. A cross-country motorcycle adventure for women, the event commemorates the 100th anniversary of Adeline and Augusta Van Burens historic ride across the United States from New York to San Francisco.

In 1916 the Van Buren sisters set out to

prove they could ride as well as anyone. With World War I looming, they intended to show the U.S. government that women had what it took to be dispatch riders in the Army, and they set off on their transcontinental journey on a pair of motorcycles. This was a phenomenal accomplishment by two courageous women at a time when few roads were paved, Victorian attitudes were in full flare and women did not yet have the right to vote, says Clickenger. Our ride will honor their achievement and promote the growth of modern-day women motorcyclists and the adventure community.

The family of the Van Buren sisters has joined forces with Clickenger to promote the event, which launches from the east

coast with at least 100 women riders, including Adelines great-granddaughter, Sofie Ruderman, and Sarah Van Buren, great-great-niece of Adeline and Augusta. Riders will follow the 1916 route as closely as possible, often along the Lincoln Highway. Combining scenic routes, community events, and important stops along the Van Burens journey, the route will allow for great touring and promote women as role models by demonstrating their capability as cross-country travelers.

The Sisters Centennial Ride celebrates our family legacy by raising visibility for women motorcyclists while raising funds for charities supporting women in traditionally male-dominated careers, says Robert Van Buren. Conceptualized as a way to highlight the then and now aspects of two-wheeled travel, community events are planned across the country to showcase the accomplishments of female role models of the last century. Partnering with such organizations as Pennsylvanias Route 6 Alliance, the Lincoln Highway Heritage Association, and communities along the way, the ride will promote both Americas motorcycling heritage and our history as leaders in the transportation industry over the past century.

We hope many will join us in this celebration of American motorcycle heritage, pioneers, and the freedom to ride, adds Dan Ruderman, Adelines grandson.

The event concludes with a group ride into San Francisco on July 23, 2016, where festivities will celebrate the rides completion and riders accomplishments. Options for participation include a fully supported tour and self-guided tours. Registration is open on the event website at www.SistersMotorcycleRide.com.

Our team is led by Alisa Clickenger (MotoAdventureGal), a veteran moto traveler and experienced motorcycle tour leader. She is a powersports journalist and marketer with a decade-long dream of re-creating the Van Buren sisters historic ride.

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Indian Motorcycles and Jack Daniels Join ForcesTo commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Jack Daniel Distillery, Indian Motorcycle has announced the creation of a Limited Edition Jack Daniels Indian Chief Vintage Motorcycle. Indian, and those who enjoy Jack, will get a chance to view the new model at several places, including Daytona Bike Week in March. The first bike of the series is scheduled to be auctioned in October in Las Vegas. Monies raised will go to Operation Ride Home which is a partnership between the Jack Daniel Distillery and the Armed Services YMCA. The funding helps with travel funding for junior-enlisted personnel so they can spend time with their families during the holiday season.

Exact production numbers havent been released but the press release noted that this model was taking the iconic Indian Chief Vintage platform to a whole new level with an array of genuine Indian Motorcycle accessories and custom accessories, as well as Jack Daniels-inspired custom paint and logos, badging, leather saddle and saddle bags. The bikes fender is also inscribed with the names of the seven Master Distillers who have overseen the Jack Daniels distilling process over its 150-year history. Final customization work was designed and completed by Brian Klock and his inspired team at Klock Werks in Mitchell, S.D. Additional details on the production schedule and ordering process will be released during Daytona Bike Week.

For more information about Operation Ride Home, or to make a tax-deductible donation, please visit: jdoperationridehome.com

NewswireThe Motorcycle Safety Foundation Introduces its Riding Straight - Marijuana Awareness Host-An-Event Kit to demonstrate the importance of riding unimpaired

New course-in-a-box delivers valuable lessons in a fun, interactive manner

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IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 12, 2016 - The Motorcycle Safety Foundation has introduced the newest member of its Host-An-Event family of traffic safety-themed courses-in-a-box: the Riding Straight - Marijuana Awareness Host-An-Event Kit. The Kit is a fun, effective way to demonstrate to motorcyclists how marijuana can affect the crucial skills required for safe motorcycle riding.

Marijuana is gaining acceptance as having legitimate medicinal applications and as a recreational drug in the United States, as evidenced by recent trends in state laws permitting its use. As of January 2016, 23 states and the District of Columbia allow marijuana for medical use, and four states (Alaska, Colorado, Oregon, and Washington) plus DC allow it for recreational use by adults 21 and over.

Although marijuana may be legal for medicinal or recreational use in ones state, it is still not legal, safe, or wise to operate a motor vehicle while impaired by marijuana, since it tends to distort perception of time, space, and speed. This is especially true for motorcycle riders, who must continually make detailed assessments of complex traffic situations and make split-second decisions requiring precise rider input to navigate safely and maintain an adequate safety margin.

MSF already addresses alcohol-impaired riding in its popular Riding Straight - Alcohol Awareness Host-An-Event Kit, which uses Innocorps Fatal Vision Alcohol Impairment Simulation Goggle so participants can experience

alcohol impairment with a sober mind - and no hangover.

Similarly, MSFs Riding Straight - Marijuana Awareness kit uses Innocorps new Marijuana Impairment Simulation Goggle at the core of three separate activities that demonstrate how marijuana and motorcycling are a risky mix. As with all MSF Host-An-Event kits, the Marijuana Awareness kit can be purchased and used by anyone interested in being a facilitator for special events, riding club meetings and rallies, and community outreach programs, without any certification from MSF or prior experience as a teacher.

The Goggle cannot truly replicate the effects of a marijuana high but the unique way in which it distorts perceptions causes some impairments. The participant then needs to attempt to compensate for these impairments to complete the kits activities. Because the impairments are in the same general areas of cognition and motor skills affected by marijuana, the participant can get a sense of the challenges a high driver or motorcyclist would face when dealing with traffic situations.

According to MSF President and CEO Tim Buche, MSFs message with our new Riding Straight - Marijuana Awareness Host-An-Event Kit is clear: Do not operate your motorcycle or any motor vehicle if you are impaired by marijuana, and find alternate transportation if you are planning to be under the influence of marijuana at your destination. Not only is it unsafe, but just as with alcohol, riders impaired by marijuana can be convicted of riding under the influence, and be subjected to similar harsh penalties.

The National Motorcycle Safety Fund, the non-profit, charitable arm of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation, provided seed funding to MSF for the development of this new kit. NMSF supports the work of MSF in the areas of research, curriculum development, delivery of rider training courses, and community outreach programs in order to help eliminate crashes, injuries, and fatalities.

The kit will be available in early 2016 at MSFs online store (msf-usa.org) for a one-time investment of $595.

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someone gets in the way of that dream, the results can be dangerous.

Vince came out of the incident scott-free. He wasnt fined and he wasnt suspended. He was simply warned that the AMA was going to be watching him.big deal

I dont agree with Westons actions although I think rubbing is racing. Taking some of the aggressive tactics out of the sport would be a disservice to the sport. Giving a guy an elbow in a turn, or taking out his front wheel to make a pass is nothing new. Its racing and should be looked at it as such. Getting up from an incident and pummeling a guy for doing that is not racing, but I respect the passion anyways. Its always easy to sit on the sidelines and judge someone, but we are not privy to the sacrifices these riders make on a daily basis just to participate. Westons reaction was wrong, but it shows me that he really wants to win.

Its that time of the year again! Supercross season is here and the first round of the series in Anahiem was a great example of the racing to come. There were many highlights and some great racing, but it was controversy that stole the show.

If you didnt get a chance to watch the race, there was an incident that occurred between two veteran riders. In one of the heat races, Weston Peick and Vince Friese got together in a rhythm section. Vince ended up winning the battle and pushed Weston wide causing him to crash. In the next heat race the two riders got together again in a bowl turn causing both riders to crash. As they got up Weston completely lost his cool and began pummeling the back of Vince Frieses helmet! After about 20 seconds of this, and the exchanging of some words, Vince re-mounted his bike and completed the race.

Now this incident caused all kinds of hoop-la in the industry. Some people sided with Weston and some with Vince. Everyone asking the same question, was Weston out-of-line? Personally I love seeing this much passion from the riders. Its not like other professional sports where many of the athletes are in the game for the paycheck. In this sport its obvious that many of the participants are in it to win it! They have been training and practicing their whole lives to get to the top of the box in this sport, and when

In the end Weston was fined $5,000.00 and suspended for a race. I think the fine would have been enough to get the message across. Keeping in mind that many of these riders are way underpaid compared to a professional baseball player that makes millions for throwing a ball. The risk level doesnt even compare in my mind. If Vince isnt going to be fined for taking Weston out of 2 races in the same night, Weston shouldnt be suspended.

Hopefully Weston can bounce back from this and get in front of Vince for the remaining rounds. Im pretty sure he will come back ready to race and will be looking to get a little revenge. My guess is its going to come from his results instead of his fists!

Check out FOX SPORTS for all the upcoming rounds of Supercross for 2016. Its sure to be an entertaining season of racing!

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So far we have staged a gallant fight against the strong hold of Old Man Winter. At times things looked a little IFFY and the war isnt over but the enemy is showing signs of weakening. The days are gettin longer and victory is beginning to favor our side as we make plans for another year of Daytona Bike Week and the official beginning of another great year of ridin the countryside.

As the country emerges from the winter deep freeze its time to make ridin plans for the months without R. Time to put together a game plan and decide where youre gonna go, Check your gear, get all the yearly maintenances done on your scoot, etc. But as we all know, ridin a motorcycle, even under the best of conditions is a risky venture and because a motorcycle offers no personal protection, nada, none! You cant roll up the windows, lock the doors, and call 911 if you find yourself in an unfriendly situation. Youre in the open and even getting off your bike takes forever when you are in a hurry. Think about it, the last time you were ridin with someone and they accidently dropped their bike, in a parking lot or something. Remember how long it seemed to take to get off your bike and get to them?

Now lets say your choice of lodging while touring is camping. A tent or pop-up camper doesnt offer you any protection from animals or bad guys either. Its either flight or fight and depending on the circumstances flight aint always an option. Bout the only defense you have when riding a bike is what you can do to protect yourself in the moment. If, like me, youre in the so called Golden Years the self-defense thing is extremely

limited. Might be time to think about gettin an equalizer, to kinda even things up a little.

Now please folks, understand Im not advocating havin a quick draw shoot out in the middle of Main Street at high noon, Im just saying it might be to your advantage to be prepared in case of an emergency. We are blessed here Florida that our lawmakers understand the need and the right of a citizen to protect themselves and stand their ground. If you choose to get a concealed carry permit and take Cousin Roscoe along on your next out of state road trip there are a few things you need to know. First off there are just too many laws for any human to learn when it comes to carrying a gun in the different states, best advice DONT BE STUPID! For some General Information restriction, laws and condition log onto: www.freshfromflorida.com, click on concealed weapon. The majority of the Legal information in this article was obtained from that site. You can even have a Live online chat with a real person from the Florida Department of Agriculture to get your questions answered. Or call the Florida Department of Agriculture at: (850) 245-569.

As of the writing of this article, there are 33 states that recognize Florida permits, AL, AK, AZ, AR, CO, DE, GA, ID, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, MI, MS, MO, MT, NE, NH, NM, NC, ND, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, and WY. As for the other 17 states, all I can say is if you had to use your gun in a self-defense situation whether against a person or animal, I honestly believe it is better to be judged by twelve then carried by six. As for myself, like my plastic money, I would never leave home without it. As far as carrying in National Parks and forests, it is legal to carry as long as you have your concealed permit. Now there is one other major concern you need to consider. If you have a Florida permit and you get caught carrying or using a fire arm in a state that does not have a reciprocal agreement with Florida, you might have a fighting chance in our courts, like I said it is my opinion that its better to be judged then carried

HOWEVER and this is a HUGE HOWEVER if you get caught in Mexico or Canada, best give your heart to God, because youre bottom side will belong to them! Dont do it, dont even think about it! The number one thing stopping me from riding from Florida to Alaska is the fact that I cant carry through Canada.Hey folks if you like the high quality of this magazine, let our sponsors know, drop your cash at their shop.

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Tell ya what else makes me a happy camper and thats getting a nice long ride in. It wasnt as long as what I was hoping for but never the less it was a fun one. Tom and I took a ride up to Port Charlotte to Black Widow Harley-Davidson to see some friends, all back roads of course. What a day to go, it was overcast which wasnt bad but it slowly turned to a cold drizzle for the ride home. That is still ok with me because it felt like

old times in the saddle. Take off for a ride and see how far ya make it before getting rained on. I remember those days and they were always fun for me, hubby for the most part can always do without getting wet. I will admit that the cold rain wasnt as much as fun as the warm sunny day showers. Gosh I remember one time riding home from Crystal River and it got to pouring so hard that I had to point my fingers out straight to avoid the piercing pain of the raindrops to my knuckles. And one time it was so cold and wet when we rode to Leesburg for bikefest we had to hop straight into the shower once we checked into our room just to thaw our bodies out. Riding makes so many memories and each ride is what you make of it.

Talking about riding, I gotta hand it to all those riders that braved the weather on our January Downtown Ft Myers Bike Night! I know most of you got soaked going home and some probably about got blown off the road. A special thank you to those that helped me get my booth stuff packed up and a special thank you to the safe keeper of my cameras. The last time we had this type of weather for bike night was about 4 years ago and even then tornado warnings werent issued. Wow what a wet mess we had this go around. Magazines were soaked and tables and tents were blowing over

By Kruisin With Kati on First Street. Meanwhile over in Cape Coral, homes were losing their roofs. Im not sure how much a tornado can effect ones thinking but on my way home I even saw a rider going east on a west running one way street. OMG I didnt know what to do, first thought was go after him, he even went right in front of the cars coming toward him. Freaked me out big time. As I sat there at the stop sign trying to figure out what I could do to get him out of there he finally pulled to the side of the road that was less traveled what does one do in this kind of situation? I sure hope he made it home ok.

Here are a couple suggested events to attend in February if you can. First is the 13th an event benefiting the Children of Ronald McDonald House sponsored by Ronin RC of Ft Myers. Poker run starting at Dixie Roadhouse in Cape Coral.

The other event is the every so popular Party Under the Bridge in Moore Haven on the 20th.

Well thats about it for me. Keep the rubber side down and never ride faster than your angel can fly!

Hugs, Kruisin With Kati Check it out, look who is sitting on my bike

BTW Congratulations to the elves of the Adopt A Family Program for hosting another fun meaningful event!! See you again next year!

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