May 2015 - GWTA

GWTA
Nebraska
Chapter A
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May 2015 Newsletter
May Dinner Rides
Come Ride, Eat, and Play With the A-Team
Meet at the NW or SW spot @ 6 PM.
|NW: Cubby’s @ 680 & Irvington | SW: Dept. of Roads @ 108th & I|
Region C Director
Judy Schaefer
[email protected]
Nebraska State Director
Peggy Hakanson
[email protected]
Chapter A Directors
Jim & Karen Durand
[email protected]
Chapter Secretary
Mark Holling
[email protected]
Chapter Treasurer
Mike Brush
[email protected]
Education and Retention
Carol Brush
[email protected]
Dinner Ride Coordinator
Lynnette Stowell
[email protected]
Newsletter Editor
Mark Holling
[email protected]
Chapter A Web Master
Barb Wright-Kennedy
[email protected]
Rider Education - Vacant
Ride Coordinator - Vacant
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5-6
Business Meeting
Millard Library 6:45 PM
13214 Westwood Lane
Omaha, NE
402 444-4848
5-10
MOTHER’S DAY – this issue dedicated to all
women, especially Mothers
5-13
Gurney’s Restaurant (NW)
229 S 6th St
Missouri Valley, IA
712 642-2580
5-20
Firehouse Grill (SW)
104 E Main St
Murray, NE
402 235-3300
5-27
One Horse Saloon (NW)
Nickerson, NE
402 721-6701
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Saturday 9AM @ Dillon Brothers coffee and Destination
Friendship
Sundays 9AM @ Golden Corral, 1511 Gregg Road West,
Bellevue – Emergency Breakfast
Upcoming GWTA Events
May 15 – NE TA Meet and Greet at Peggy’s
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CONTENTS
Chapter Director’s Words of Wisdom……..…2
GWTA News……………………………........3
Meeting Minutes……...….…………………..4
Announcements……….………...………...….5
Women & Motorcycles…………………....…6
Mit’s Motorcycle Musings…………..........…12
Nat’l MC Touring Events Calendar……........13
Bike Buzz …….….…………...…………..…15
Classifieds………………………….……..…16
Rides………………………………………...17
Brad Pitt……………………………………..18
June 1 – 30 - NE TA Grand Tour
June 12th – 13th – Region C Rally, “Meet You At The
Fair” Grinnell, Iowa
July 9 – IA TA State Campout, Creston, IA
July 13-16 – GWTA Gold Rush XXVIII, “Get Your
Kicks on Route 66”, Albuquerque, NM
Chapter Directors’ Words of Wisdom
I’ve written about 50 newsletter articles over the years and coming up with something new and fresh each time remains a
challenge. I’ve decided to focus on safety this year, so for this article, I want to talk about group riding.
We all have different riding styles, most likely a combination of group and single riding. We have people in our group
who have done an Iron Butt alone, and some who can’t wait to ride with a group so we can do Mr. Magoo. Each style has
benefits and drawbacks. Riding in a group, if you have any medical or mechanical problem, you have help. You have
someone to eat with when you reach your destination. In a group, you have more visibility (usually) for other drivers.
Riding singly, you still have CB or cell phone if you have problems. You can always eat alone, or stop whenever you
want. You can maintain your own pace. You can ride with bright colors to keep yourself visible. I know that Jim and I
will occasionally jump on the bike, take our favorite road to Blair and get lunch, but we are just as happy to meet at one of
the meeting locations, talk with friends, ride as a group to dinner, talk some more, and ride part of the way back with the
group (living so far north, we often are the last of the original group). Group riding needs to take into account other
people. What their comfort level is, what their gas tank size is, how frequently they need to eat (I’m talking about you,
Dan). It can take time to learn the dynamics of the group you ride with. The more you ride and talk to people, the more
tips you may learn, which can make you a better motorcyclist.
It may be that group riding on a short distance is not your thing, but long distance group riding is, or vice versa. Either
style, each of us should be responsible for our own ride. Whatever your riding style, be sure to let someone know your
plans. Where you’re going (although sometimes an alternate route will need to be explored, otherwise known as getting
lost), approximate time you expect to be back or arrive at your destination, emergency contact and health insurance
information readily available on your person or bike. Whether riding in a group or alone, a few precautions beforehand
can be a lifesaver.
As chapter directors, we would of course like to have more group rides. As always, please let me or Julie Sullivan know if
you want to get the word out about ride. She has done an excellent job with our Facebook page and ride alerts. Spring is
coming (except on the weekends it seems) and it’s time to ride.
Ride safe!
Jim and Karen Durand
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GWTA News
IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER!!!
$38 per person through May 31. $42 after that – online only.
Registration fee includes all of the activities and the Saturday evening banquet.
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Meeting Minutes
GWTA Chapter A
April 1, 2015
The meeting was called to order by Chapter Director Karen Durand. There were 16+ members present.
March meeting minutes were included in the April newsletter. A motion to accept the meeting minutes as
published was made, seconded and passed.
The hand written (and largely illegible) Treasurer’s Report was presented by Mike Brush. We still have money!
A motion was made, seconded and passed to accept the report.
Old Business Karen has raffle tickets and is handling the tickets for the state.
 May 6th Safety Expo
o The subcommittee (Mike & Carol, Joyce, Jim & Karen, and Mark) had a meeting before the monthly
meeting – which spilled over into the monthly meeting.
 After we selected our date we were told by the crack library IT staff that for a May 6th date,
we would have had to provide the information to them to get it on their web site earlier. This
led to an animated discussion as to what is our goal for this expo (educate non-bikers or
recruit new GWTA members.
 We decided to see if we could have a safety related table or display at one of the Dillon
Brother’s events with recruitment as a goal and forget the library expo idea.
 We discussed the State meeting which was held at Dillon’s on Saturday, March 28th. Anyone can attend. I
believe that Karen, Joyce and Debbie attended from Chapter A.
o Karen mentioned that communication problems were discussed during the meeting (a recurring
theme in any organization) with the intent to communicate more effectively. KAREN DOES A
GREAT JOB OF COMMUNICATING AND WE ALL APPRECIATE HER.
o We also discussed an issue related to the TA Way rules and family of the year qualifications. Mike
and Carol will seek to eliminate the confusion around this issue.
 The Iowa Spring Rendezvous will be held April 25th in Elk Horn, IA. The theme is Hawaiian Luau.
 Joyce asked for support to help her granddaughter attend Camp Hotshots. This is a 3 day event and they
know how to care for children with juvenile diabetes and assure them a good time. The cost of the camp is
$200. A motion was made, seconded and passed for our Chapter to give Joyce a $50 check to help offset
the costs of the camp. In addition many members donated their own money. Tell Addison to have a great
time Joyce!
Karen closed the meeting. We held a 50/50 drawing which Jim won. Group then went to Dairy Queen.
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Announcements
Celebrations
Birthdays
5-4 Greg Bumpus
5-16 Michael Sullivan
5-23 Marv Knapp
5-26 Addison Doyle
Spring has Sprung
New Bikes are Popping Up Like Flowers
Mike’s new 2015 HD Electra Glide Ultra Low
Terry and Evelyn’s 40th Anniversary Edition GL1800 with California Side Car Trike Kit
Terry, Tom and Marv Check it out
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Evelyn is Ready to Ride!
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Women & Motorcycles
No caption
London 1926
1935 Circus
Sally Halterman – 1937
First Female MC License in DC
Motor Maids of America – 1950
Tiger MC Club – 1960
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Women & Motorcycles
1925
Nancy Debenham – 1934
Nancy & Betty Debenham – 1925
Six Day MC Trials – 1933
1933
Riverhill Riders MC Club – 1962
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Women & Motorcycles
WWI Dispatch Riders – 1917
Foley & L Ball – 6 day reliability Trials – 1925
1928 500 OEC Tinker All-Weather Model
1938
Daytona, Florida 1968
1950
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Women & Motorcycles
Madge Saunders & Leslie Hanson – 1920
ACU Trials, Birmingham, England 1923
1933 Douglas – 18th Cycle & MC Show London
Beryl Swain – Isle of Mann Race 1962
Beryl Swain – 1st woman in the Isle of Mann Race
BMW 1935
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Women & Motorcycles
Marjoie Dare-Doris Smith Wall of Death 1938
London 1921
BSA 1925
Achile Serre Private Fire Brigade – London 1925
Marjoie Dare-Doris Smith Wall of Death 1938
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Women & Motorcycles
Germany 1920
Entrant - ladies only 1927 reliability trials – London
Above pictures came from Buzzfeed, “32 Badass
Vintage Photographs of Women and Motorcycles”.
Macey J Foronda
http://www.buzzfeed.com/maceyjforonda/vintagephotographs-of-women-andmotorcycles#.hhlO59nR0
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Mit’s Motorcycle Musings
PET THE CAT
by
Milton Clair Grimes
When life fills you full of doubt, and you feel you have no clout,
Pet the cat.
If your toes need wiggle room, and you wear the face of doom,
Pet the cat.
When your faith is wearing thin, and all you see's the shape you're in,
Pet the cat.
If the clock says it's only noon, but you wish the day over soon,
Pet the cat.
When you feel you're too far down, just pretend that you're a Clown,
Pet the cat.
If your skills seem fading fast, and you want the day to last,
Pet the cat.
When trouble comes along your way, just fob it off to another day,
Pet the cat.
If your smile is upside down, and your forehead wears a frown,
Pet the cat.
When a teardrop fills your eye, just give your troubles the ol' goodbye,
Pet the cat.
If a rain cloud rains on you, find a shelter with a view,
Pet the cat.
When things go wrong with well-made plans, just listen to some country bands,
Pet the cat.
You will find the day much brighter, if you only take life lighter,
Pet the cat.
If you're feeling sad and lonely, 'cause she said you're not her only,
Pet the cat.
All your troubles can fade away, with just one thing done each day,
PET THE CAT.
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Member Content
“Rider’s 2015 National Motorcycle Touring Events Calendar”, Bill Stermer
March 19, 2015
Americade, the East’s largest touring rally, takes place in beautiful Lake George, New York, June 1-6.
What could be more fun than saddling up your bike, hitting the road, and joining a few thousand of your closest friends at a major bike
event? To simplify life for our readers, we have listed the national rallies of many of the major clubs and organizations, with a brief
description and contact information. Many of these events feature organized rides, vendors, live entertainment, seminars, bike shows,
demo rides from the major manufacturers and much more. Please check the website before hitting the road, as details can change.

Ride for Kids

Progressive International Motorcycle Shows November 20-22:
37 Rides all over the U.S.
rideforkids.org
Long Beach, California, December 11-13: New
York, New York, January 8-10: Miami, Florida, January 22-24: Dallas, Texas, January 29-31: Cleveland, Ohio, February 57: Minneapolis, Minnesota, February 12–14: Chicago, Illinois
motorcycleshows.com
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33rd Annual Laughlin river Run
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Myrtle Beach Bike Week Spring Rally
May 8-17:
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Run for the Wall XXVII
Cross-country ride to Washington, D.C.
rftw.org
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Aspen Cash Motorcycle Rally
May 14-17:
motorcyclerally.com
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The Quail Motorcycle Gathering
April 22-26:
May 13-22:
May 16:
Laughlin, Nevada
laughlinriverrun.com
Myrtle Beach area, South Carolina myrtlebeachbikeweek.com
Ruidoso, New Mexico
Carmel, California
http://signatureevents.peninsula.com/en/Motorcycle/Motorcycle.html
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Riding into History May 22-23:
Jacksonville, Florida

Run-A-Mucca Motorcycle Rally
May 22-24:
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20th Annual Classic Japanese Motorcycle Club Swap Meet & Show
ridingintohistory.org
Winnemucca, Nevada
runamucca.com
May 29-30:
Auburn, California…featured bike this year is the Honda Gold Wing, all years and models.
Gold Country Fairgrounds,
cjmc.org
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Americade June 1-6:
Lake George, New York americade.com
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Mother Road Ride Rally
June 10-21:
Chicago to Los Angeles

Laconia Motorcycle Week
June 13-21:
Laconia, New Hampshire laconiamcweek.com

Concours Owner’s Group “Concours in the Corners” National Rally
ridert66.com
June 15-19:
Cortez, Colorado
cog-
online.org
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Reno Rendezvous
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44th Moto Guzzi National Owners Club Rally June 18-21:
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Motorcycle Sports Touring Association Rally (STAR) June 21-24:
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June 18-20:
Reno, Nevada
renorendezvous.org
May 2015
Swanzey, New Hampshire
Springdale, Arkansas
mgnoc.com
ridemsta.com
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Member Content
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26th Annual American Voyager Association International Rally
June 22-25:
Estes Park, Colorado
amervoyassoc.org

MTA Gathering

Thunder in the Valley
June 22-26:
Dillard, Georgia mtariders.com
June 25-28:
Johnstown, Pennsylvania

Women on Wheels 29 Annual International Ride In July 7-9:
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AMA Vintage Motorcycle Day
th
July 10-12:
johnstownthunder.com
Oconomowoc, Wisconsin womenonwheels.org
Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course, Lexington, Ohio
americanmotorcyclist.com
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Gold Rush XXVIII July 13-16:
Albuquerque, New Mexico
gwta.org
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1 Annual Deadwood 3 Wheeler Motorcycle Rally
July 16-19:
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ENI FIM World Superbike Round
Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca, Monterey, California
st
July 17-19:
Deadwood, South Dakota d3wr.com
mazdaraceway.com
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Star Days
July 20-24:
Longmont, Colorado
stardays.org
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43 Annual BMW Motorcycle Owners Association International Rally July 23-25:
Billings, Montana
bmwmoa.org
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Sturgis Rally and Races
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Red Bull Indianapolis MotoGP
August 7-9:
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The Meet at ACM
Seattle, Washington

Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials

Wind Ding 37
August 3-9:
August 22:
Sturgis, South Dakota
Indianapolis, Indiana
vintagemotorcyclefestival.com
35 Annual Davis Rally
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Golden Aspen Motorcycle Rally
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Bikes Blues and BBQ

BMW Riders Association National Rally
October 1-4:

Barber Vintage Festival
Birmingham, Alabama
September 11-12:
Sept. 16-20:
September 23-26:
October 9-11:
New Hampton, Iowa
davismotorcyclerally.com
Ruidoso, New Mexico
Fayetteville, Arkansas
motorcyclerally.com
bikesbluesandbbq.org
Harrison, Arkansas

44 Annual Griffith Park Sidecar rally

Biketoberfest
October 15-18: Daytona Beach, Florida

Love Ride 32
October 18:

Christina Motorcyclists Association Changing of the Colors Rally
October 11:
bonnevillespeedtrials.com
wing-ding.org

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redbullindianapolisgp.com
August 29-September 3: Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah
September 3-6: Huntsville, Alabama
th
sturgismotorcyclerally.com
bmwra.org/rally
barbervintagefestival.org
Griffith Park, Los Angeles, California
sidestrider.com
biketoberfest.org
Ride from Glendale to Castaic Lake, California
loveride.org
October 21-25: Iron Mountain, Hatfield, Arkansas
cmausa.org
 Lone Star Rally
November 5-8: Galveston, Texas lonestarrally.com
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Bike Buzz – News, Rumors, Innuendo, Gossip, etc.
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Classifieds
Tel-Con
Complete Remodeling Service
Kitchens & Bathrooms
Basements
Tile Work
Decks
Countertops
Custom Cabinets
Dave Telford
General Contractor
Phone 699-1964
[email protected]
2114 S 88th Street
Omaha, NE 68124
Chapter A’s 2013 Charity
Programs and Services
 Kid’s Café
 Backpack Program
 Food for Seniors
 Mobile Pantry
 Fresh Produce
 SNAP
10526 J. St.
Omaha, NE 68127
402 331-1213
http://www.omahafoodbank.org
YOUR ADD GOES HERE!
CONTACT MARK –
[email protected] or
402 490-2169
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Rides
Submit your favorite picture for the ‘Rides’ page.
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Brad Pitt
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Brad Pitt
“I first rode at age 7 on my cousin’s Honda Mini Trail 50. I tried to jump it and ran into my grandmother’s car. He was
severely pissed off. My first bike was a Kawi 150 Enduro. I won it at age 12 in a contest for selling the most pecan rolls
door to door after school. I crashed it four weeks later.”
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Brad Pitt
“I try to carve out time for a solo ride in every country I travel to, from the Highlands of Scotland to the Atlas Mountains
of Morocco to the belly of India. I haven’t even come close to fulfilling my list yet. But in the traffic of L.A. with a
helmet on, I’m just another asshole on the road.”
Brad Pitt and his Indian Larry Legacy motorcycle Pictures and quotes from Details magazine, November 2014
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