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CA2S SHARK BYTESApr 2016

Chapter News, Pg 4

MEC News, Pg 10

Patti’s corner, Pg 11

Motorist Awareness, Pgs 12-13

IOY & COY News, Pgs 14-15

NextChapter GatheringSaturday, Apr. 16

Hometown Buffet @2670 El Camino Real,

Santa Clara, Ca.Breakfast @ 8 AM

Meeting @ 8:45 AM

Gold Wing Road Riders AssociationRegion F / California District

Chapter CA2SSilicon Valley Wings

What’s in this issue:

CD News: Pages 2-3

ACD News: Page 6

Our Sponsors: Page 7

Safety: Page 8

DD News: Page 9

Calendar: Pages 16-17

Rider Levels: Page 18

Chapter For Sale: Page 20

Chapter Contact Info: Page 28

CA2S Chapter Director’s can be contacted at, Sal &Patti Esposito, bvr@att.net. (408) 639-0609

“Friends for Fun, Safety and Knowledge”

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SpringForward

Spring – brings a time for change in so many ways. Most obvious is the weather and fantastic ridingconditions our South Bay offers us. Secondly – the extraordinary scenery we are blessed with on our ridesright in our own back yard. We are able to go from the emerald green hills, to glistened ferns under giantredwoods, right to the central Pacific coast with beautiful cliffs and huge waves crashing on the shoreline.We see new foliage, besides the green of our hills, we share the beauty of nature with California poppiesand other flowers blooming right alongside the roads we travel. We enjoy this all under a bright blue sky.And, we can see all of this in just about 100 miles – right in our own back yard. Great riding weather is justpart of our geography, and we are so blessed to have it – year round. Spring is a good time for change – it isin the air.

But wait, there’s more !! There are loads of new things happening in our beloved CA2S. How do you takeadvantage of this? Ya’ join in. In every organization/group, you will find a core group of folks that kind ofspear head the happenings. We are no different, because we have a core group of riders, of admin, of folkswho are participating in most events, etc, etc. But what makes us different is that we are working to expandthat core group. We want to include more of you in how we operate CA2S, join on our rides, join in oursocial events, and especially join in the fun we are having. Let me explain some of the changes we havegoing on. Gary will go into his modifications in the MEC article – that’s only some of it.

At the last gathering I retired the wing nut as we know the process. With the responses we were getting, orlack of a better phrase, I felt the nut had lost luster and was not as much fun as it could be so we initiated anew process. Here is a recap of the process. I have two goals in mind: First: I want to increase our contributions to Ride For Kids Second: I want to bring fun back into the Wing Nut process

Charitable donations are a personal thing. Some chapters support RFK and we will continue to do sothrough my tenure as CD. We make most of our money for RFK with auctions, donut sales, personalvoluntary contributions by a few of us, and the like. We will continue to do that. “Voluntary contribution”…… operative words.Instead of “badgering for bucks,” we will have the RFK cash bucket out at every gathering and/or event. Ibelieve that on a voluntary basis, folks will contribute. Patti and I will continue contribute to RFK personallyand encourage other sto do so. Folks can contribute cash or write a (tax deductible) check to RFK – it istheir choice to contribute or not. At the end of the cycle (prior to the RFK ride), Roger/Doug tallies up thebucks and we have our contribution in the form of cash and/or checks to take up to Solano.

The Nut itself:The wing nut does not generate much interest. When we bring up nominations, there is little or no response.For the most part, nominations are paltry or desperate at best. Recipients are required to hold the wing nutfor the month. I think many feel it is a nuisance. It is like pulling teeth to get a nomination and we have to

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drag participation from people. I believe that is in part due to the dollar contribution and process. As it stands,it has run its course. It is not so much the money as it is the arm twisting for the money. For instance, I reallydislike folks asking me for money in the grocery line. Patti and I are generous with contributions, but to bepressured – uh, no. Personally, I don’t like hounding folks for money, even if it is only a dollar. Unless I beatthe bushes with 2Fer offers or pound drums – we don’t get squat for donations via the wing nut during themonth, typically between $6 and $10 bucks at best. I believe people avoid the process because they don’twant the nuisance of making calls or being called for the entire month. It may be fun for a few of us, but notthe rank in file. I have done some checking with other chapters and have found none that follow the currentprocess that we do, at least anymore. Others have found the same reluctance that we have and changed theprocess. From my research with others, we are one of the last to do so. From the applause at the end of myexplanation, the new Wing Nut process was well received.

So what is the new wing nut process – CHECK OUT THE PICTURES BELOW!. The recipient of the awardcomes forward for a photo op for the newsletter with the new hat. Everyone smiles/laughs and it ends there tillthe next month. Folks have a good time and no one has to have the nuisance of carrying around the wing nutfor the month. Right now, the Wing Nut circulates between a few of us, most of us that have Chapterresponsibilities – that is the exact same scenario in other chapters. What they have found by making achange is that it brings more into the fold – and the Wing Nut process is more fun. If there are no nominationsfor a particular month, that ends the process till the next month.

I am confident these changes will encourage more participation for a Wing Nut opportunity, bring back the fun,and will not negatively impact the monthly donations to RFK. In fact, for many I think they will be more inclinedto contribute if not badgered. This month Patti got to wear the inaugural hat – and she did so with a hugesmile.

Other changes for spring – EDUCATION !! Rock will say more about this fersure, but Rick and Roger are nowofficially certified and will be doing classes, some classes during our monthly gathering. They will come outwith a schedule.FIRST AID ---- Is on the table. We have someone coming in and our first class is scheduled. The Chapter willpick up the cost for First Aid/CPR certification. I promised you all, education is CA2S’s primary goal and that iswhere our budget resources will go. Well, except for an occasional ice cream. We have been successfulbuilding our budget and we have resources to give you some excellent classes. The reason; I firmly believethat motorcycle education saves lives. The more we know, the more we practice what we know, andcontinued reinforcement of those practices will help to keep us alive on the roads. As your CD, I amcommitted to do what I can to provide you with every education opportunity available to me. That is where ourbudget focus is. Why, cause I love all y’all.

So here is my challenge to you. Jump into that core group. It is not exclusive by any means, it is not a clique,and we want to see more folks involved in what we are doing. We ain’t gonna twist your arm, but you aremissing so much by not taking part in the operation of CA2S, on the rides, in the social events, and most of all– education opportunities.Please don’t miss out on events and opportunities and let them become history. If you give it a shot, Iguarantee you will not regret the good time.

Now – That’s the spirit of CA-2S !!

Sal

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March

Birthdays

Beverley Fagundes 1Danny Shewey 1Sandy Shewey 8

Visit the Silicon Valley Wings Yahoo Group at:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SiliconValleyWings

Do you order online from Amazon?If so, help the chapter by using our special account.We get a % of the purchases that goes to our chapter

funds.Use the special code/link below:

http://www.amazon.com/?_encoding=UTF8&tag=c0997-20

Upcoming events you shoulda heardabout already

Apr 9 PLP

Apr 23 Bunco Night at Sheweys

Apr 30 Visit CA2Q Garage Sale

May 6-7 CA2S Garage Sale

May 14 Day with the Krows ride

Check your email and the yahoo site for details,polls, & information.

CA2S Winners & Losers

Winners:Chapter Pride Vest Drawing: Harry WilsonChapter Attendance Drawing: Sal Esposito50 / 50 Drawing: Lori MouldenhauerWing Nut Recipient: Patti O’Neill Esposito

Losers:None – if you’re a CA2S active member

Patti, this month’s Wingnut, for wearing Sal’s vest

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March Chapter Gathering

And the meeting begins

CA2S Officers

RuthSal modeling the new wingnut

Rocky presenting safe miles awards to Patti & Sal

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Spring is Here!

The riding season is on us folks. Have you made plans toparticipate in the upcoming events at CA-2S? Besides ourchapter meeting at HTB, we have a special event scheduledApril 23rd our Bunco Night. Last year this was a big success forgreat group interaction among the members. Our “play makers”,Gary & Lori, made an even more fun event of it last year with

their fantastic planning and event coordinating with Danny & Sandy providing their house for the FUN.

In addition to the planned events there is always like the RTE that Sal and company just when on today. (3-25-16) The calendar is always open to any member wanting to plan an impromptu ride as well. Where is yourfavorite place to eat? Besides your Mom’s kitchen! Plan a ride and put out an email or call folks to join in. Thisweather can’t be beat and it will be getting hotter before we know it. So, plan a ride, and enjoy those bigbeautiful motorcycles we all own for some “wind therapy” and family style FUN. See ya on a ride soon!

Your ACD Rock

ACD’sMessage

Alice’s RTE, Mar 25

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And now a kind word for our sponsors:

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ARE YOU READY?

Ok, ok, you have done your due diligence in getting yourbike ready for the riding season.

How about you? Are you in shape for riding? Have yougotten your eyeglass prescription renewed? How about anymedications? What about your riding gear? Is it ready forriding? Is your insurance up to date, and does it cover youraccessories, etc.? Some policies do not cover fullreplacement of non-dealer or stock items on your bike.Check with your agent to be sure.

Ok, have I got you thinking about some of these thingsyet? Good! That’s what a serious rider should be doing toprepare for the upcoming season of riding. I’m doing theTrifecta this year attending Regional, Wing Ding, andDistrict! With all that riding, besides day to day stuff I needto get the bike and myself ready. I’ve got my maintenanceplanned for the bike; I’m working out at the gym, andpracticing my riding skills on a regular basis. Whichreminds me, are you planning to attend the upcoming PLPon April 9th? I’m looking forward to seeing some newfaces down at the Target Shopping Center Parking Lot. Wehave a lot of fun, and there is nothing like that feeling ofaccomplishment you get from a good practice session.Controlling that 900lbs. motorcycle at slow speeds, brakingwith good control, and just plain old confidence that thiskind of practicing gives you the rider and co-rider.Speaking of co-riders, have you made all the same itemsapplicable to them as well?? You know you are working asa team out there on the road. The better prepared each ofyou are, the stronger you will be as a team.

Are you planning for any longer trips like to Wing Ding orRegional? Get your room reservations. Send in your Rallyreservation and plan your trip. Have a plan to make yourtrip safer. But, be flexible should a break down or weather,or anything else that could happen causes delays or such.Be prepared for weather changes with a variety of riding

Rider EducatorSafety Corner

byRocky Fagundes

apparel. Nothing can ruin a great trip like tryingto continue a ride when you are too cold or wetand cold. Your focus and concentration on ridingcan be distracted just enough to put you in adangerous compromising position withoutrealizing it until it is too late. Having goals ofriding distance is good for planning purposes,but can be dangerous if you are too tired tosafely continue on. Light meals, and drink plentyof water even in the colder weather to stayhydrated and focused. Rest stops to stretch yourlegs and get the blood circulating is alwaysgood. Better to check in a couple of hours later,and in one piece, than push yourself and notmake it at all.

So, get in shape, make a plan, and practice yourriding at the next PLP!

Remember: “If the wheels ain’t turnin, you ain’tlearnin!”

Senior Chapter EducatorRocky Fagundes

Woolgrowers Ride, Mar 12

A grand feast!

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Hello California,

March was an exciting month! It is good to hear of all the chapters beingvisited and the riding going on as you get your “Football Stickers” for theDistrict Game. We have enjoyed visiting chapters and will continue asmuch as time allows.

One of the highlights of March was the Rally in the Valley. The wonderful weather, friends galore, greatprizes and vendors, and fabulous ice cream sundaes filled the weekend, but the highlight, in my opinion, wasthe entertainment. CA-1R out-did themselves this year with the “Laugh-in in Laughlin”. We have a lot oftalent in California, which CA-1R gave a good example. GREAT JOB!

Speaking of talent, we are looking for talent from California to represent our district at Region Rally inAlbuquerque in GWRRA’s Got Talent. You should be receiving information from your CD’s, if you haven’talready. Since our district rally is after Region Rally, we will have talent auditions submitted via video to ourMEC’s, Steve & Alma Sprenkle. Hope many of you talented people out there will share your talent with us.Make sure you have made your reservations for Region Rally, May 27-29. Preregistration ends May 1.California needs to pack the house as we support our District Couple and Individual of the Year. This yearyou get a 2fer, 2 rallies in one, Region F and NM District Rally combined. Let’s show them how Californiasupports our GWRRA friends and family!

April will be a busy GWRRA month as we start out the month with CA-1A’s rally, April 9th, “Happy Dayswith CA1A”, a 50’s theme. They always put on a great event with lots of great prizes. You won’t want tomiss it. We then are heading out for Phoenix, for “40 to Phoenix” April 14-16. It is always great to see oldfriends and meet new ones from across the country. The month continues with “Rendezvous with Q”, April24th, another fantastic event with rides, great food, and FUN. Anytime you hang with “Q” is a great time. Afew days later, April 30, is the “Mother’s Day Run” with CA-1K. They never disappoint us, offering greatriding on twisties and beautiful scenery, and wonderful Mexican food…an event you won’t want to miss. Onthe same day, April 30, CA-2Q changed their plans from a Garage sale to a ride. If you would like to jointhem on what should be a great ride, call their CD, Don Kuellmer, for the info. I’m sure they would love tohave you join them.

Our California District Rally, “Gold Wing Super Bowl” is in pre-season training, getting ready for a Fantasticevent of FUN and games and rides. Register early for discounted prices and rooms are available now forregistration. Don’t forget, if you attend Region Rally & Wing Ding, your names go into a TRIFECTAspecial drawing when you attend CA District Rally. Let’s pack the stadium (I mean the hotel). Don’t getsidelined…participate.

With all this being said…this year looks to be a GREAT year. Thank you California!

Nancy & Bob ClarkCA District Directors

District Director’s Message

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CA2S is making changes and trying new things. Last chapter gathering was our trial run and things turned out prettygood. We can’t say we’re doing anything new that probably hasn’t already been done at other gatherings, but it’s newto us; at least since I joined in 2007.

First thing we did was to initiate a variation of GWRRA’s “Chapter Pride” award as found in GWRRA’s FunActivities Guide. Everyone that wears their GWRRA vest to the chapter gathering gets a raffle ticket for a separateraffle drawn before the general raffle. The winner of this raffle gets “first” pick of the general raffle prizes. As itturned out, nearly everyone at the gathering had their vest. Now that’s chapter pride.

The second new item is an attendance drawing from “all” the CA2S chapter affiliated member’s names (whether anactive member in the chapter or not), plus those regulars that are listed with other chapters, but attend CA2S functionson a regular basis. In our case, that is 100 names. A key point here is that the winner has to be a current GWRRA“member”. The lucky winner gets what’s in the pot. The pot? Well, the chapter puts in $10 a month. If there is nowinner, the jackpot increases by $10 the next gathering, and so on and so forth until someone wins. In order to win thepot, you must be present at the chapter gathering at the time of the drawing. Once someone wins, it starts all over againwith $10.

The final item we introduced is a gift for anyone with a birthday the month of the gathering and in attendance. Thebirthday boy or girl gets to pick a gift from the raffle prizes before the general drawing and after the vest drawing. As itturned out, no one with a birthday in March was in attendance. Happy birthday anyways!

The winners and recipients of prizes will be listed in the next chapter newsletter. Also, if the person whose name isdrawn in the attendance drawing is not present to win, his or her name will also be mentioned in the newsletter. Iwouldn’t want to be that person.

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Here’s a list of the activities and rides for April, which also includes the big 3 events for us Californians.4/2 Lunch Ride to Coyote’s4/9 CA2S PLP & Ride After

4/16 CA2S Chapter Gathering4/23 CA2S Bunco Game Night

5/27 thru 5/29 Region F Convention in Albuquerque, New Mexico8/31 thru 9/3 Wing Ding 38 in Billings, Montana9/23 thru 9/25 CA District Convention in Bakersfield, California

It’s up to you to go. So don’t be a fuddy-duddy, be a riding buddy and let yourself have some FUN!

Until next month, Happy April Fool’s Day to you and a Happy Tax Day, too.

Gary & Lori MouldenhauerCA2Sharks MECCA2Sharks COY ’14 &’16

MembershipEnhancementCoordinators

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Doc Wong's Calendar of Riding Clinics

April 7, 2016 "Riding Position and Ergonomics Workshop" Thursday night 6:30pmApril 8, 2016 "Special Doc Wong Long Distance Touring Clinic!" Friday 6:30pm - 8:30pmApril 17, 2016 "Cornering Confidence - Lines of Travel (2 Step)"Sunday 9am-2:30pm

May 12, 2016 "Riding Position and Ergonomics Workshop" Thursday night 6:30pmMay 15, 2016 "Smooth Riding - Body English-Weight Transfer" Sunday 9am-2:30pmMay 19, 2016 "Braking Confidence and Skills Workshop" Thursday 6:30pm - 8:30pmMay 20/22, 2016 "Dual Sport Adventure Riding Clinic" Friday 6:30pm and Sunday 9am

June 9, 2016 "Riding Position and Ergonomics Workshop" Thursday night 6:30pmJune 10, 2016 "Special Doc Wong Long Distance Touring Clinic!" Friday 6:30pm - 8:30pmJune 12, 2016 "Cornering Confidence - Stable Body Position and Anchor Points" Sunday 9am-2:30pmJune 16, 2016 "Basic Suspension Part 1” Thursday night 6:30pm

These clinics are hosted by Dr. Harry Wong, located at 1021 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Belmont, CA. Most clinics are free. Moreinformation is available at www.docwong.com/st-clinic/, or by phoning (650) 365-7775. He also maintains the Doc-Ride mail list, whichyou may subscribe to at the web site.

Patti’s CornerFor me, this time of year is about taxes: taxes and more taxes. One of mysayings is that it doesn’t matter how much you owe, it matters when you knowhow much you owe.

It sounds like the new wing nut process will be a lot more fun than before…nomore remembering to carry it around with you… I am happy for the changes. And, without the continuedresponsibility of having to carry it around all month or risk having to pay money, it was kind of fun to win it lastmonth.

If you missed any of the events for March, you missed a lot. Sal talked about making memories. Memoriesare better than dreams.

Check out the April calendar and plan to join us at just one event… you can find 5 hours out of a month tocome have fun… it will make the rest of your month better by having time to laugh with some friends. April willbring Bunco night… if you didn’t come to Bunco night last year, you missed a whole lot of fun. I was surprisedhow much fun it really was. And, if you were there last year, I know that you will be there this year.

Come out and play with us this year.. we want to see you.

Patti

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This article has a little extra meaning for me after coming across a horrible accident on Easter Sunday.Therese and I were driving home through Watsonville after a great day with family. We came across avery bad accident near the airport. They had closed the road in both directions and after looking closely atthe scene before turning on the detour I noticed a motorcycle down in a pile of debris next to a car. I’mnot positive but from the damage I saw and the investigation that was underway I think it involved afatality.

About half of all motorcycle crashes involve a collision with another vehicle. In many crashes, the drivernever saw the motorcyclist — or didn't see the rider until it was too late. There are many reasons whyother drivers do not see motorcyclists.

Most car drivers aren't familiar with motorcycles and don't look for them in traffic. Motorcycles are smaller than other vehicles, so they are more difficult to spot in traffic and can be

hidden by other vehicles or roadside features. Daytime headlight use does not give motorcycle riders much of an advantage anymore, due to the

widespread use of daytime running lights on cars.

I want to encourage everyone — drivers and motorcyclists — to practice these techniques to makemotorcycling safer for everyone.

When turning left: Most crashes between vehicles and motorcycles involve turning left at anintersection. If crossing traffic or turning left, look twice for motorcycles before turning.

Blind spots: Motorcycles are easily hidden in traffic. Always take a second look over yourshoulder — don’t rely solely on your mirrors.

Weather: Rain and sun glare can make a motorcycle "invisible." Take an extra moment to makesure the way is clear.

Signals: Use turn signals. This allows the rider to anticipate traffic flow and find a safe laneposition.

Larger vehicles: Cars and trucks can conceal a motorcycle traveling behind it. Take an extramoment after a larger vehicle passes before beginning a turn

Eye contact: Motorcyclists make eye contact often to feel confident that other drivers see them.Give a nod back to acknowledge them.

Distance: Motorcyclists prefer to use a large space cushion, allowing them more time to react. Donot cut in front of a motorcycle and eliminate the safe following distance.

Check blind spots before changing lanes or merging, especially in heavy traffic. Double-check traffic at intersections before turning or pulling out. Motorcycles can easily be hidden in traffic. Look for a helmet above, tires below, or a shadow

alongside a vehicle.

Motorist Awareness,By Bob Siler

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Allow a minimum three-second "space cushion" when following a motorcycle. Watch out when turning left. Because motorcycles are smaller than other vehicles, it is harder to see them and more difficult to

judge their approach speed in traffic. Share the road. Treat motorcyclists with the same respect and courtesy you afford to other motorists. Observe and obey all traffic laws, signs and signals. Failure to obey and yield the right-of-way can result in the death or serious injury of a

motorcyclist. Stay focused on the driving task. Inattentive driving is a major cause of vehicle-motorcycle

crashes. Remove all possible distractions that can interfere with the driver's attention, and remove any

objects that may block the driver's view.

Please pass this on to your friends,

Looking Twice May Save A Life!

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It’s already April. One quarter of the way through 2016, which equatesto three months or 91 days. Did you make them count for something?Better yet, have you celebrated anything this year? It’s not like youdidn’t have a chance to, or had no choice of what to celebrate. So, noexcuses unless you’ve been bed-ridden or stuck behind bars or doingyour taxes. I don’t know which of these would be worse.

According to my calendar and a little help from the internet, I found thatwe’ve had plenty of chances to celebrate something. Okay, if you’re the quiet type, then just sit back and observe. I’vecompiled a list of the holidays and special days that we’ve had so far in 2016. What, your favorite day isn’t listed? Ohwell, this is my article, write your own. So here are the main ones.

1/1 New Years1/18 Martin Luther King Day2/2 Groundhog Day2/7 Super Bowl Sunday2/8 Chinese New Years

2/10 Ash Wednesday2/12 Lincoln’s Birthday2/14 Valentine’s Day2/15 President’s Day2/22 Washington’s Birthday2/29 Leap Day3/13 Daylight Savings Time3/17 St. Patrick’s Day3/20 Palm Sunday3/25 Good Friday3/27 Easter Sunday

Now if you work for a large company or the government, you probably get a lot of these holidays off. I don’t and didn’t.Although I didn’t get a day off to observe each of these days, I was still able to recognize them.

One day of recognition that isn’t in this list that I would like to share with you is “Hoodie-Hoo Day” celebrated onFebruary 20th. I’d never heard of this before my internet search and found it interesting. It is a day to chase away winterblahs and make ready for spring. What you do is step outside at noon, wave you’re hands over your head and yell"Hoodie Hoo!" Great, a celebration of sorts. Probably more fun in group.

Yeah, it sounds a little silly and you might feel a bit foolish, and the neighbors might call the cops or start locking theirdoors when you come around. So what! You’re doing it for you, not them. Like the saying, “if it feels good, do it”. Ifnothing else, you do it, laugh at yourself, and then go about your business. No harm, no foul and you have a chuckle.

The way I see it, we have great weather here in California and everyone with a motorcycle should do this on a regularbasis and then get on their bike and ride. Make every day a Hoodie Hoo! That’s right, shake away those daily blahs andride! What a concept!

Okay, maybe I’m distorting the originator’s idea, but what does it matter if it makes us feel good and possibly younger.Well, maybe not younger, but possibly happier, or not. Okay, maybe I’m just a bit delusional. So?

Think about it. We have so many months of great weather to ride here in California. Our niece and her husband up inAlaska only have two to three months of riding weather a year, if that. Be joyous and thankful!

Until next month, Hoodie Hoo, Hoodie Hoo!Gary & Lori MouldenhauerCA2Sharks MECCA2Sharks COY ’14 &’16

Coupleof theYear

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Wow! Spring is such a great time to take a ride and enjoy all that naturehas to offer. The warming weather makes for nice riding and the flowersand plants do their part to provide some beautiful color. Most of us arefamiliar with the popular daffodils and poppies, but thought I wouldshare a few photos of some other blooming plants we can enjoy on ourupcoming rides.

I have already seen the poppies popping up and I’m sure we can soon seethe daffodils on our rides up Highway 280. Avery striking plant is thePride of Madeira, with its large blue flower stalks. This perennial is

drought tolerant and bees and butterflies love its nectar. We saw a number of these stands in Monterey lastweek, although they are well represented throughout the bay area. As we drive up Highway 680 we can startlooking for the blue Ceanothus and the yellow Acacia. The Ceanothus leaves were used by the nativeAmericans, as well as the early settlers, to make a black tea. The Acacia has high levels of tannin for industryand many varieties are also valuable for their wood. Both of these plants can be quite fragrant. Not so good forour allergies, but you gotta love the color! Another favorite that can be seen on hillsides as well as meadowareas is the Blue Sky Lupine. Lupines come in a variety of colors, but blue is by far the most common. Thelupine seeds were eaten in the Mediterranean and Andean regions many years ago, as in MANY years ago.Spanish domination led to a change in eating habits and they fell out of favor. However, a publication in 1998entertained their use as a crop plant. Hey, we’re eating Quinoa, aren’t we?

Enjoy a colorful ride! Sandy

Individual of the Year

Narcissus species - Daffodill

Eschscholzia californica –California poppy

Lupinus species – Blue Sky Lupine

Ceanothus species –California Lila

Acacia species – Thorn tree

Echium fastuosum – Pride ofMadeira

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April 2016Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 2Gold Country rideMeet at Omega, 8:45amLeave at 9am

3 4 5 6 7 8 9PLP & Ride AfterMeet at Cochran RdParking Lot near Target.Time tbd.

CA-1A

10 11 12 13 14 15 16Chapter MeetingMeet at Hometown Buffet,2670 El Camino Real,Santa Clara (MoonlightCenter)Starts promptly at 8:45AM, Breakfast 8:00 AM.

Officers Mtng. Sal &Patti’s. 11AM

17 18 19 20 21 22 23Bunco NightMeet at Shewey’s.Time 5pm

24 25 26 27 28 29 30CA-1Q CA2Q Garage Sale

Meet at Omega.Leave at 8am

CA-1K

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May 2016Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 2 3 4 5 6 7CA2S GarageSaleMeet at Sal &Patti’s. All day.

CA2S Garage SaleMeet at Sal & Patti’s. Allday.

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

CA-2K Day with theKrowsMeet at Omega.Leave at 7:30am

15 16 17 18 19 20 21Chapter MeetingMeet at Hometown Buffet,2670 El Camino Real,Santa Clara (MoonlightCenter)Starts promptly at 8:45AM, Breakfast 8:00 AM.

WorkshopMeet at Sal & Patti’sStart 11am

CA-2W

22 23 24 25 26 27 28Region F Rally Region F Rally

29 30 31Region F Rally

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CA2S SCHEDULED RIDES AND EVENTS

April 2 Sat RIDE: Lunch at Coyote’s Lockford9 Sat PLP & RIDE After Morgan Hill16 Sat CA2S Chapter Gathering Hometown Buffet23 Sat * * * * BUNCO Game Night * * * * T.B.D.30 Sat CPR & First Aid “Renewal” Class San Jose

May 6 - 7 Fri - Sat CA2S Fundraiser Yard Sale Sal & Patti’s14 Sat RIDE: CA2K Rally Fairfield21 Sat CA2S Chapter Gathering & Workshop Hometown Buffet

27 - 29 Fri - Sun Region "F" Convention Albuquerque, NM

June 4 Sat RIDE: Lunch at El Lugarcito's King City11 Sat * * * * Dinner at Sal & Patti's * * * * San Jose18 Sat CA2S Chapter Gathering & RIDE After Hometown Buffet25 Sat RIDE: CA1L Rally San Luis Obispo26 Sun Workshop Sal & Patti's

July 2 Sat * * * * BBQ at Gary & Lori's * * * * Manteca7 - 9 Thu - Sat Reno Rendezvous Reno, NV16 Sat CA2S Chapter Gathering & PLP Hometown Buffet23 Sat RIDE: Lunch at Tony's Seafood Marshall/Tomales Bay30 Sat RIDE: CAC Rally Elk Grove Park

August 6 Sat * * * * Progressive Dinner * * * * T.B.D.13 Sat RIDE: CA2J Chapter Gathering Concord

19 - 20 Fri - Sat RIDE: Blue Butt Rally Reno, NV20 Sat CA2S Chapter Gathering & Workshop Hometown Buffet31 Wed Wing Ding Billings, MT

September 1 - 3 Thu - Sat Wing Ding Billings, MT10 Sat RIDE: CA2N Chapter Gathering Sonora17 Sat CA2S Chapter Gathering Hometown Buffet

23 - 25 Fri - Sun CA District Convention Bakersfield

October 1 Sat RIDE: CA2N Rally Tuolumne City2 Sun RIDE: Ride 4 Kids Fairfield8 Sat PLP & RIDE After Morgan Hill15 Sat CA2S Chapter Gathering Hometown Buffet15 Sat RIDE: Corn Maze (after Gathering) Lathrop29 Sat CA2S Halloween Party T.B.D.

November 5 Sat RIDE: Gold Rush Area - Hwy 49 Route T.B.D.12 Sat * * * * Dinner Out * * * * T.B.D.19 Sat CA2S Chapter Gathering Hometown Buffet25 Fri RIDE: Deer Run Harris Ranch, Coalinga27 Sun RIDE: Los Altos Light Parade Los Altos

December 3 Sat RIDE: Phil's Fish Market & Eatery Moss Landing10 Sat RIDE: Toys 4 Tots San Jose17 Sat CA2S Christmas Party T.B.D.

Note: T.B.D. means To Be Determined (so, keep a lookout for breaking news)

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For Sale:

J&M model PSCR-GL18. Good for all 1800 model years. Easily installs to existing connectors under your seatand allows:* Separate Volume control for the passenger's helmet audio.* Mic Mute for the passenger's microphone (cut out that annoying persistent wind noise.)* CB Push-to-Talk button for the passengerIt is in perfect shape and works fine. Comes in original box with instructions.I'm selling for $99. It sells new from Wingstuff for $170. Such a deal!

Contact John Raser, at 408-268-0367

Trailer for Sale, Kruzer Grand AlexusThe cargo capacity is approx. 23 cu.ft. It has a lighted spoiler, Honda auto taillights, running lights, carpeted interior with dome light andgarment bag hook and straps. Also includes 13" load B auto tires and American mag wheels,a cover and a cooler package.It was made in 2002 and towed about 4 times and has been stored and covered for 10 years.Currently marketed as the Silhouette, replacement at current costs would be well over $6000.00 on Sale now @ $3000.00. Must see toappreciate.Call Mike @ 805-237-1402

2004 Roll-a-Home Tent Trailer

Excellent condition. This camping trailer takes one person 10 minutes to setup and 15 minutes to take down. Really! Itopens to a 7ft. hard bottom dressing area (big enough for two chairs & a small table), and a double bed space.Storage below & utility box in front.Tent has double doors and A/C opening installed.Includes exterior awning and swivel hitch.Photo with open storage is our trailer, other photos are stock photos, but look like ours with a grey tent.$2000 or BO.Les Cook, 408-745-9777 or popcycle@pacbell.net.

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CA2S CHAPTER STORESCode Description Cost

V1 BLACK VEST (plain - no patches or rockers)(M,L,XL,2XL,3XL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30.00

V2 BLACK VEST (with patches and rockers)(1 each: V1, P1, P2/P3, P4, R1 and R2). . . . . . . . . . . TBD

Pa1 10" GWRRA Griffin Back Patch (black & gold) . . . . . . . . $13.00

Pa2 4" GWRRA Griffin Breast Patch (black & gold) . . . . . . . . $7.00

Pa3 4" GWRRA Griffin Breast Patch (red & white) . . . . . . . . $6.00

Pa4 4" CA2S Chapter Breast Patch . . . . . . . . . . . . . $6.00

R1 10" Upper Rocker "CA2S – SAN JOSE" (black & gold) . . . . . $11.00

R2 10" Lower Rocker "CALIFORNIA" (black & gold) . . . . . . $11.00

S1 Chapter T-Shirt, Short Sleeve (with logos on back and onleft side chest) (M,L,XL,2XL,3XL) (Limited Quantities in Stock. . . .$20.00

S2 Chapter Polo Shirt, Short Sleeve (with logos on back and onleft side chest) (S,M,L,XL,2XL,3XL) (Special Order). . . . . . .$25.00

Pi1 Visit-A-Chapter Pin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $6.00

Pi2 Visit-A-Chapter Hanger Bar (CA2S) . . . . . . . . . . . $2.00

Store Notes:o TBD=To Be Determinedo Rockers slip under 10" patcho Prices might change without notice

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2016 CA District / Region “F” Rallies and EventsApril 9 CA-1A

24 CA-1Q30 CA-1K30 CA-2Q (Yard Sale)

May 6 - 7 CA-2S (Yard Sale)14 CA-2K21 CA-2W

27 - 29 New Mexico District27 - 30 Region “F”

June 11 CA-1D25 CA-1L

July 15 - 16 Utah District30 CAC

August 11 - 13 Colorado District31 - Sep. 3 GWRRA Wing Ding

September 10 CA-1S23 - 25 California District

October 1 CA-2N8 CA-1M16 CA-1V22 CA-1F

28 - 31 Arizona District

November 12 CA-1C19 CA-1Z

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Gold Wing Road Riders Association

Region and District Staff

Region F Directors Keith and Theresa Morrison Morrison-GWRRA@comcast.netRegion F Educators Mike & Ruth Burke mburke24@sbcglobal.net 209-536-1318Region F Treasurer Patti O-Neill-Esposito pattioneill.gwrra@gmail.com 408-244-7722District Directors Bob & Nancy Clark gwrra.mamabear@gmail.com 661-317-1395District Educator Mike & Ruth Burke mburke24@sbcglobal.net 209-536-1318

Chapter CA2S Staff Members

Chapter Directors Sal & Patti Esposito bvr@att.net (408) 639-0609Assistant Chapter Director Rocky Fagundes Rockonmax186@gmail.com (408) 504-0440Senior Chapter Educator Rocky Fagundes Rockonmax186@gmail.com (408) 504-0440Assistant Chapter Educator Roger Moraes moraesr@sbcglobal.net (408) 926-5828Ride Coordinator TBDMembership EnhancementCoordinators (MEC) Gary & Lori Mouldenhauer gmoulden@comcast.net (209) 679-7167Sunshine Sandy Shewey slshewey@sbcglobal.net (408) 729-0548Treasurer Douglas Loyd ddloyd@sonic.net (408) 259-8334News Letter Editor Danny Shewey fixitdano-gw1500@yahoo.com (408) 729-0548Ride for Kids Coordinator Roger Moraes moraesr@sbcglobal.net (408) 926-5828Ways & Means Coordinator Les Cook popcycle@pacbell.net (408) 745-9777Chapter Historian Bill Hubbs whubbs2008@yahoo.com (408) 680-3250Chapter Store Coordinator Gary & Lori Mouldenhauer gmoulden@comcast.net (209) 679-7167Webmaster Charlie Porzio chabragoldwing@gmail.com (408) 710-6227Individual of the Year Sandy Shewey slshewey@sbcglobal.net (408) 729-0548Couple of the Year Gary & Lori Mouldenhauer gmoulden@comcast.net (209) 679-7167Motorist Awareness (MAD) Bob Siler siler.robert@ymail.com (408) 913-5572Social ActivitiesCoordinators

Sandy SheweyLori Mouldenhauer

slshewey@sbcglobal.netlmoulden@comcast.net

(408) 729-0548(209) 679-7167

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OUR REGULAR MEETING PLACES

Monthly Meetings—The third Saturday of each month. The meeting starts promptly at 8:45AM, and is usually over by 10:45 AM. Hometown Buffet, 2670 El Camino Real,Santa Clara, Ca. (Moonlight Center)Business meeting, Safety Talk, 50/50 raffle, General camaraderie. Any rider of Honda GoldWing and Valkyrie motorcycles, or anyone who just loves to ride.

Rides going NorthEast – Omega Restaurant parking lot, 90 S. Park Victoria Dr (nearCalaveras/Park Victoria), Milpitas.

Rides North to SF - Mercado Theater Santa Clara on Hwy 101 Frontage Rd. between GreatAmerica Parkway and Lawrence Expressway. This is the meeting place for rides that take usNorth along Hwys 101 or 85 (San Francisco, Marin, Eureka).

Rides South – Four Points by Sheraton (formerly Holiday Inn) at Bernal Rd and 101 South.

Disclaimer: Please note all meetings are subject to change, both in location and times to meet.If you are interested in a ride or event and have questions, please call or email any staff membernoted in the newsletter or on the web. http://www.ca2s.org.

Motorcycling Book List 12-16-12

“Street Strategies” David L. Hough ISBN 1-889540-69-2 Bow Tie Press“Riding in the Zone” Ken Condon ISBN 978-1-884313-76-9 Whitehorse Press“Ride Hard Ride Smart” Pat Hahn ISBN 978-0-7603-1760-0 Motorbooks“Total Control” Lee Parks ISBN 13-978-0-7603-6 MotorbooksTwist of the Wrist II Keith Code ISBN 0-9650450-2-1 Calif. Super Bike School“Sport Riding Techniques” Nick Ienatsch ISBN 1-893618-07-2 David Bull Publishing“Maximum Control” Pat Hahn ISBN 978-0-7603-3674-8 Motorbooks“Motorcycling Excellence” MSF ISBN 1-884313-01-9 Whitehorse Press“Motorcycling JourneysThrough California”

Clement Salvadori Whitehorse Press

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Meeting Date & Time Chapter Meeting Location

1st Saturday 9:15 AMBreakfast 8:30 AM

Ca1A Greenhouse Cafe, 1169 Commerce Ctr Dr., Lancaster

3rd Saturday 9:00 AMBreakfast 8:00 AM

Ca1B Lorene’s Ranch House, 1531 23rd St,Bakersfield

3rd Saturday 9:00 AMBreakfast 8:00 AM

Ca1C Burgers and Beer, 72-773 Dinah Shore Dr,Rancho Mirage

4th Sunday 8:30 AMBreakfast 8:00AM

Ca1D Elks Lodge, 8108 E. Alondra Blvd., Paramount

2nd Saturday 8:30 AMBreakfast 8:00 AM

Ca1F Broken Yolk Café, 1851 Garnet Ave., San Diego

2nd Saturday 8:30 AMBreakfast 8:00 AM

Ca1I Denny’s, 546 W. Baseline Rd, Glendora

Last Saturday, 9:00 AMBreakfast 8:00 AM

Ca1K Denny’s Diner, 8222 Topanga Blvd, Canoga Park

2nd Saturday 8:30 AMBreakfast 8:00 AM

Ca1L IHOP Restaurant, 212 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo

2nd Sunday 8:30 AMBreakfast 8:00 AM

Ca1M Pepper Steak, 26589 Highland Ave, Highland

2nd Sunday 8:00 AMBreakfast 7:30AM

Ca1Q Black Bear Diner, 7005 Knott Ave., Buena Park

1st Saturday 8:00 AMBreakfast 7:30 AM

Ca1R 22651 Lake Forest Dr, Lake Forest

3rd Saturday 9:00 AMBreakfast 8:00 AM

Ca1S Carrow’s Restaurant, 2401 Harbor Blvd, Ventura

4th Sunday 8:00 AMBreakfast 7:30 AM

Ca1V Mawell’s, 17772 Wika Rd, Apple Valley

1st Saturday 8:30 AMBreakfast 7:30 AM

Ca1Z Marie Callender's 29363 Rancho California Rd,Temecula

4th Saturday 9:00 AMBreakfast 8:00 AM

Ca2A Old Salles Cafe, 2082 North J Street, Tulare

3rd Sunday 8:30 AMBreakfast 8:00 AM

CaC Elks Lodge #6, 6446 Riverside Blvd., Sacramento

2nd Saturday 8:30 AMBreakfast 8:00AM

Ca2J Hometown Buffet, 2050 Diamond Blvd., Concord

4th Saturday 8:30 AMBreakfast 8:00 AM

Ca2K Benicia Grill, 2390 N. Texas St, Fairfield

2nd Saturday 9:00 AMBreakfast 8:00 AM

Ca2N Pine Tree Restaurant & Lounge, 19601 Hess Ave, Sonora

3rd Saturday 8:30 AMBreakfast 7:30 AM

Ca2Q Black Bear Diner, 5100 Hopyard Rd, Pleasanton

2nd Sunday 8:30 AMBreakfast 8:00 AM

Ca2R Vittles Restaurant. 2385 North Street, Anderson

3rd Saturday 8:45 AMBreakfast 8:00 AM

Ca2S Hometown Buffet, 2679 El Camino Real,Santa Clara (Moonlight Center)

1st Saturday 9:00 AMBreakfast 8:00 AM

Ca2W Yosemite Falls Café in Granite Park, 4020 N. Cedar Ave,Fresno

California Chapter Meetings and Locations