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Inside This Issue:MMA of Arizona Listings ..................................2State Membership Information ........................3Chairmans report..............................................4MMA of Arizona Event Calendar ...............6 & 7Lobbyist Report ................................................8Editor’s Space ...................................................9The Disgruntled Biker ......................................9Event Pics and Articles..........................10 & 11Business Member Listing ..............................12Horoscope .......................................................14Dangerous Curves..........................................14M.A.P................................................................15Pet Corner .......................................................16Ride Tips..........................................................18Biker Vittles .....................................................19

A P ublication of the Modified Motorcycle Association of ArizonaMarch/April 2013

What is Happening

at the Copper

Dome?

Verde Valley District 5th AnnualChili Run pictures on 0

Verde Valley District Frosty Ballsand Chilly Boobs Pictures on Page 10

Rim Country Bikers and BabesBash Pictures on Page 11

I hope you all are enjoying this GREAT weather. Justmake sure you all ride safe and enjoy what you do. Wehave a few things going on right now. First, I want to letthe MMA know how the Emissions Bill is progressing andits current status.

The bill was entered into the Federal Register for the firsttime; it then triggered a 30-day comment period. EPAreceived a few comments requiring answers, and therebydelayed the final entry into the Federal Register. Oncethat final entry happens, the State of Arizona will have 60days to conform, before the elimination of motorcycleemissions in Maricopa County (AREA A) becomes law.Once that happens, it marks the end of the legal process.Realistically, we estimate the new law will be in place bylate April. That will be it --- unless the moon crashes intothe earth.

Next item up is the local Road Sign effort. Our good friendJerry Weier was very instrumental in getting MMA-AZlobbyists an appointment with Chris Lemka. He is thePrincipal Traffic Engineer for the city of Glendale. OurLobby Team met with Chris about creating more "LookOut for Motorcycles" signs here in Glendale. There arenow 17 signs up just in Glendale alone, and City Hall isgoing to let us put up 10 more. We're currently looking forlocations.

Next year, I’m going to propose a requirement for allriders to get a Motorcycle Endorsement on their Driver’sLicense. Yes, I know this isn't going to make me the mostpopular guy at the dance. However, you the rider may notwant to be in an accident without this endorsement. Hereare the main reasons why--

As many might know, the insurance companies are veryvigilant in looking for ways to either reduce or completelydeny a claim. As for getting pulled over, there may be aticket and possible towing and/or getting locked up forsomething as simple as not having that endorsement.Why risk it when the nightmare can be avoided by a littletime and a few dollars?

Team Arizona Reaches RareMotorcycle Training Milestone -100,000 Motorcycle Riders Trained

(GILBERT, AZ) – TEAM Arizona, the premier motorcyclerider training organization in Arizona, celebrated trainingits 100,000th rider at its Gilbert Headquarters onWednesday, January 30, 2013. The rider, Zack Mollett, an18 year old Arizona State University student, wasannounced as the recipient of a new Kawasaki Ninja 250motorcycle.

Zack was extremely surprised to be awarded themotorcycle. When asked for his thoughts, he could barelyutter, “I’m speechless. I had no idea this was going tohappen.” The timing of the motorcycle couldn’t be better.His car recently broke down and is beyond repair. In fact,he skateboarded to the celebration.

Speaking at thecelebration was RyanOwens, Policy Advisorto Governor Janice K.Brewer; and JohnHalikowski, Director ofthe ArizonaDepartment ofTransportation, and

Alberto Gutier, Director of the Arizona Governor’s Office ofHighway Safety (AZGOHS). Also speaking at theengagement was Ty van Hooydonk, CommunicationsDirector for the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF).Each speaker talked about the importance of rider trainingas an effective means to reduce motorcyclist crashes andfatalities.

The Kawasaki motorcycle given to TEAM Arizona’s100,000th rider was a result of an effort by KawasakiMotorcycle Corp. and some of its local dealerships —Kelly’s Kawasaki, RideNow Powersports Peoria, NorthValley Kawasaki, Arizona Kawasaki and RideNowPowersports Goodyear. Various representatives fromKawasaki and its dealerships were in attendance at thecelebration.

Allstate representative Rusty Creed was also inattendance and will be providing Zack with a new helmet.Fulmer Helmet and Riding Apparel will also be providingZack with jackets, pants, and gloves.

In a brief introduction to the event, Ron Arieli, TEAMArizona Owner, expressed his gratitude to people whosupported the school’s efforts throughout the years. Inparticular, he thanked his family, RiderCoaches, theindustry members, sponsors, and the 100,000 riders whosought training from TEAM Arizona.

TEAM Arizona is encouraging current and former studentsto visit the TEAM Arizona Facebook page,facebook.com/teamarizona, to share their rider trainingstories. They hope these stories will inspire other ridersand hopeful riders to take the time to learn fromprofessionals before trying to ride on their own or withnon-professional instruction. Ongoing commitment toone’s riding is critical, as the sport of motorcyclingpresents a number of challenges — all of which are moreably overcome by riders who dedicate themselves tocontinued training.

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Casa grande1st Wednesday at 6:30pm – 8:30pmSilver Bullet Bar 1401 N. Pinal Ave.Casa Grande, AZ MMA Casa Grande District MonthlyMeeting and Bike Night Bike Night startsat 6pm Meeting at 7:30

Eagle3rd Sunday at 9amBaca Loco (old Chuy’s)5134 N. 95th Ave.Glendale, AZ

Leather2nd Saturday at 10 am Charley’s Place 4324 W. Thunderbird Rd.Glendale, AZ

Northern Arizona2nd Saturday at 9 am Glen Canyon Steakhouse 201 N. Lake Powell Page, AZ

Red Mountain-3rd Saturday at 10 amJolie's Place140 West Warner RoadChandler, AZ

Rim Country2nd Sunday at 9 am Flying Grizzly5079 AZ 87Strawberry, AZ

Verde Valley2nd Sunday at 11 am Nate’s Cowboy Cafe206 S Main St Cottonwood, AZCome Early for Breakfast!

White Mountain1st Sunday at 10 am American Legion Post 30825 East Main Street Springerville,AZ

MMA of Arizona District Meeting Times & Locations

MMA of Arizona Membership Information

What is the MMA

MMA is a Motorcyclists Rights Organization (MRO) comprised of motorcyclists and motorcycle enthusiasts who are concerned with thefuture, safety, and welfare of motorcycling. We are a non-profit, educational organization dedicated to improving the social atmosphere thatsurrounds motorcyclists, and protecting the individual freedoms of citizens.

We are an association that lobbies and educates the government and the general public to promote motorcycling in a safe and positiveimage. When you become a member of the MMA of Arizona, you make a difference in the ongoing mission to protect your right to ride andenjoy the motorcycle of your choice, your choice of riding apparel, and when and where you can ride a motorcycle. These issues are realand present in today’s “protect yourself from yourself” political environment. This holds true for all levels of government.

At the state level we have a lobbyist whoregularly visits our state capital to lobby ourlegislators on the issues concerning themotorcyclists in Arizona. On the national levelwe are aligned with the National Coalition ofMotorcyclists (NCOM), and several othermotorcycle rights organizations.

Memberships are open to anyone regardlessof what type of motorcycle you ride, if any. Allmemberships include: The Motorcycle PatriotNewsletter, Membership Card, $3000Accidental Death & Dismemberment Benefit,Event Updates, Voting Guides, and the abilityto interact with some of the most politicallyactive motorcyclists in the state of Arizona.

The MMA of Arizona needs the support of allmotorcycle riders and we hope you will

consider joining this dedicated organization.

Please join us in the cause to protectyour rights.

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Chairman Ed "Hollywood" Holyoak 928.978.1537 [email protected]

Vice Chairman Lee “Snakebite” Gonzales 623-693-4932 [email protected]

Secretary Cherie “Rudy” Dubrow 623.328.7255 [email protected]

Treasurer Steve “Tuffy” Belzer 602.399.2325 [email protected]

Sergeant at Arms Glen "Burg" Humbarger 623.322.9848 [email protected]

Membership Contract service provider [email protected]

Activities Cindy Gates 623.695.5659 [email protected]

Communications OPEN [email protected]

Quartermaster Julie Cissne 602.717.0842 [email protected]

ACMC Representative Gary Thurston 602-909-0771

AIL Representative C.J. Swinford 602.788.2088 [email protected]

Designated Lobbyist Billy Larson 623.308.0586 [email protected]

Authorized Lobbyist B. Paul “Skypilot” Price 623-221-1895 [email protected]

M.A.P Coordinator/

Legitslative Consultant & Research Bobbi Hartmann 602-672-3531 [email protected]

Patriot Editor Lee “Snakebite” Gonzales 623-693-4932 [email protected]

Webmaster Contract service provider [email protected]

MMA of Arizona State Officers

Casa Grande District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Steve "Muskrat" Musgrave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .520.371.1735. . . . . . . . . [email protected]

Kat Grover 602.758.2201 [email protected]

Eagle District Cherie “Ruby” Dubrow 623.328.7255 [email protected]

Steve “Tuffy” Belzer 602.399.2325 [email protected]

Leather District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cindy Gates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .623.635.5569. . . . . . . . . [email protected]

Lee “Snakebite” Gonzales 623.693.4932 [email protected]

Northern Arizona District . . . . . . . . . . . .Jim “Redneck” Blair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .928.660.0656. . . . . . . . . [email protected]

Red Mountain District . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Donna Woltman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .602-723-6044 . . . . . . . . [email protected]

Tom “Teekay” Kartler 480-832-0117 [email protected]

Rim Country District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ed “Hollywood” Holyoak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .928.978.1537. . . . . . . . . [email protected]

Becca “Vine” Holyoak 928.978.2850 [email protected]

Verde Valley District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Terry “Stretch” Paynes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .480.226-4135 . . . . . . . . [email protected]

Debi Althouse 480.212.3442 [email protected]

White Mountain District . . . . . . . . . . . . .Carlene Hulsey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .928.245.6427. . . . . . . . . [email protected]

Bill "Wild Bill" Hulsey 928-245-8888 [email protected]

MMA of Arizona District Contacts

Mike Bennett

Tom and Lynna Buohl

Fritz Clapp, Esq

Tom Corr

Dick “Turtle” Davis*

Dave Deckwa

Marysia Deckwa

Mick Degn

Howard Gelman

James Gonzales

Lee Gonzales

Mary Hart

Bobbi Hartmann

Ed “Hollywood” Holyoak

Becca “Vine” Holyoak

Joseph Hoodak

Ray “Rayman” Huston

Tambria Kirk-Huston

Teri Kelley*

Butch Kirkham

Carl Letzin

Joanne Letzin

“Pipe” Loomis

Stony Monday

Steve "Muskrat" Musgrave

Janie Picciano

Tony Picciano

Mike Shearhart

Willie Shearhart

Edward “Jersey” Smith

Betty McDonald-Swinford

CJ Swinford

Wes Sellards

MMA of Arizona Life Service

Casa Grande DistrictTom CorrEddie DavisSteve MusgraveCarol Myers

Cochise DistrictJon V. EverettKresent GurtlerErnie HarrisThom IhliDavid LeaboPhyllis RimmerBetty Rodriguez

Eagle DistrictJulie CissneCherie DubrowBilly “Desperado” LarsonScot Williamson

Grand Canyon DistrictStephen Briggs

High Country DistrictMarlin KusslerColin MacDiarmid*Stony Monday

Leather/Iron Horse DistrictRichard L. Davis*Terry EngelkingCindy GatesJames GonzalesLee GonzalesLarry GriffithDave “Stiffy” HillDon HillJoseph HoodakTambria KirkDave KoppHenry “Skip” MikolajczykTony PiccianoJane PiccianoDeborah RiggsGerald RiggsJohn “Skip” SimsEdward SmithRon SpirlockGarry ThurstonKris WallMichael Wendt

Northern Arizona DistrictLarry EvansJoseph HarrisBill JusticeMarie JusticeRenee LippertSteve”Limey” LippertEddie Lovato

Phoenix DistrictMark BeldenMark BoratoTom BuohlLynna BuohlRussell G. Cheetham Jr.David Deckwa Sr.Marysia DeckwaLee Erceg*Tom ErhardtVictor FlorioJack “Yukon Jack” FryJeff GordonTracy GruberMary HartBobbi HartmannBarbara Hatley*Roger HurmLee IrvineButch KirkhamJudy KirkhamKaren KonleyKeven KullbergChester LarsonSue LeggettDean LottDiane MaloneBetty McDonaldLarry MyersFred PascarelliForrest PhillipsBeverlee SimmonsWaldo Stuart*Charles Swinford

Red Mountain DistrictMike “Maddog” BennettJames CionciDebra DonaldsonBob GumforyGlen KoepkeTrish McElyeaMike ShearhartWillie ShearhartCarl LetzinJoanne Pilger-LetzinMichelle Wirth-Packer

Rim Country DistrictEd “Hollywood” HolyoakBecca HolyoakDiane SchultzWayne SlocumJane Wilcox

Salt River DistrictJames BestMick Degn John Emerson Chuck Franklin Howard GelmanBill Goodwin Bob GumforySherry Harradence Gay HaywardJames Hillyard William HitzeWade JacksonLarry Jenkins Phyllis Kelley*Glen Koepke Elmer MyersDarline Olsen“Lady Jewells” Olson-Lentz Greg OppedalDon “Sandman” Randolph Catherine “Kate” Rouse Larry Venteicher

Tucson DistrictDennis Beye M. Juaregui Ralph LevonPipe LoomisKathy Marble Martin MinningerThe Solano Family

Verde Valley DistrictKen CadiganRobert DixsonRose DixsonJessica HowellBill Lyons Jr.Michael Mooney Dale Vandermolen

Westsiders DistrictDeborah BlairKimberley “Sunshiney” ColeGeorge GrahamRay HustonGene “Gobb” MummertWesley “T-Bone” StraightMichael Vigorito

White Mountain DistrictTim Belous Randy CriderJohn “Oilcan” Fields* Bob Kirby Ben McLachlanRobin Pierce Randy RahnTerry K. Rutherford Rich TuminelloDenise Hunter-TuminelloBuddy Zahnle

Other DistrictMike Revere

MMA StateNCOM Bill Bish - Encino, CA Fritz Clapp Esq. Joe Eggleston*Tank Tiger Mike Revere

Motorcycle Club Life MembersSober Riders since 08/2003Limey Riders since 09/2005VIII’s Society since 11/2006

Life Emeritus MembersRoger "Priest" Hurm - ChairmanBill Justice - ChairmanCJ Swinford - ChairmanColin “Cinders” MacDiarmid*

Co-Founders of MMA-AZJoe Eggleston, Esq.* AIM AttorneyRichard Lester, Esq. AIM Attorney

* In Memoriam

MMA of Arizona Life Membership


March/April 20�3

Casa grande1st Wednesday at 6:30pm – 8:30pmSilver Bullet Bar 1401 N. Pinal Ave.Casa Grande, AZ MMA Casa Grande District MonthlyMeeting and Bike Night Bike Night startsat 6pm Meeting at 7:30

Eagle3rd Sunday at 9amBaca Loco (old Chuy’s)5134 N. 95th Ave.Glendale, AZ

Leather2nd Saturday at 10 am Charley’s Place 4324 W. Thunderbird Rd.Glendale, AZ

Northern Arizona2nd Saturday at 9 am Glen Canyon Steakhouse 201 N. Lake Powell Page, AZ

Red Mountain-3rd Saturday at 10 amJolie's Place140 West Warner RoadChandler, AZ

Rim Country2nd Sunday at 9 am Flying Grizzly5079 AZ 87Strawberry, AZ

Verde Valley2nd Sunday at 11 am Nate’s Cowboy Cafe206 S Main St Cottonwood, AZCome Early for Breakfast!

White Mountain1st Sunday at 10 am American Legion Post 30825 East Main Street Springerville,AZ

MMA of Arizona District Meeting Times & Locations

MMA of Arizona Membership Information

What is the MMA

MMA is a Motorcyclists Rights Organization (MRO) comprised of motorcyclists and motorcycle enthusiasts who are concerned with thefuture, safety, and welfare of motorcycling. We are a non-profit, educational organization dedicated to improving the social atmosphere thatsurrounds motorcyclists, and protecting the individual freedoms of citizens.

We are an association that lobbies and educates the government and the general public to promote motorcycling in a safe and positiveimage. When you become a member of the MMA of Arizona, you make a difference in the ongoing mission to protect your right to ride andenjoy the motorcycle of your choice, your choice of riding apparel, and when and where you can ride a motorcycle. These issues are realand present in today’s “protect yourself from yourself” political environment. This holds true for all levels of government.

At the state level we have a lobbyist whoregularly visits our state capital to lobby ourlegislators on the issues concerning themotorcyclists in Arizona. On the national levelwe are aligned with the National Coalition ofMotorcyclists (NCOM), and several othermotorcycle rights organizations.

Memberships are open to anyone regardlessof what type of motorcycle you ride, if any. Allmemberships include: The Motorcycle PatriotNewsletter, Membership Card, $3000Accidental Death & Dismemberment Benefit,Event Updates, Voting Guides, and the abilityto interact with some of the most politicallyactive motorcyclists in the state of Arizona.

The MMA of Arizona needs the support of allmotorcycle riders and we hope you will

consider joining this dedicated organization.

Please join us in the cause to protectyour rights.

Join and support the Modified Motorcycle Association of Arizona Use the membership form and mail it together with your check or money order. Make payable to MMA ofArizona and send to the address below. You may also fill out and print our membership form online or useour electronic registration service and a credit card at www.mma-az.org.

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Chairman Ed "Hollywood" Holyoak 928.978.1537 [email protected]

Vice Chairman Lee “Snakebite” Gonzales 623-693-4932 [email protected]

Secretary Cherie “Rudy” Dubrow 623.328.7255 [email protected]

Treasurer Steve “Tuffy” Belzer 602.399.2325 [email protected]

Sergeant at Arms Glen "Burg" Humbarger 623.322.9848 [email protected]

Membership Contract service provider [email protected]

Activities Cindy Gates 623.695.5659 [email protected]

Communications OPEN [email protected]

Quartermaster Julie Cissne 602.717.0842 [email protected]

ACMC Representative Gary Thurston 602-909-0771

AIL Representative C.J. Swinford 602.788.2088 [email protected]

Designated Lobbyist Billy Larson 623.308.0586 [email protected]

Authorized Lobbyist B. Paul “Skypilot” Price 623-221-1895 [email protected]

M.A.P Coordinator/

Legitslative Consultant & Research Bobbi Hartmann 602-672-3531 [email protected]

Patriot Editor Lee “Snakebite” Gonzales 623-693-4932 [email protected]

Webmaster Contract service provider [email protected]

MMA of Arizona State Officers

Casa Grande District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Steve "Muskrat" Musgrave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .520.371.1735. . . . . . . . . [email protected]

Kat Grover 602.758.2201 [email protected]

Eagle District Cherie “Ruby” Dubrow 623.328.7255 [email protected]

Steve “Tuffy” Belzer 602.399.2325 [email protected]

Leather District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cindy Gates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .623.635.5569. . . . . . . . . [email protected]

Lee “Snakebite” Gonzales 623.693.4932 [email protected]

Northern Arizona District . . . . . . . . . . . .Jim “Redneck” Blair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .928.660.0656. . . . . . . . . [email protected]

Red Mountain District . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Donna Woltman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .602-723-6044 . . . . . . . . [email protected]

Tom “Teekay” Kartler 480-832-0117 [email protected]

Rim Country District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Ed “Hollywood” Holyoak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .928.978.1537. . . . . . . . . [email protected]

Becca “Vine” Holyoak 928.978.2850 [email protected]

Verde Valley District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Terry “Stretch” Paynes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .480.226-4135 . . . . . . . . [email protected]

Debi Althouse 480.212.3442 [email protected]

White Mountain District . . . . . . . . . . . . .Carlene Hulsey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .928.245.6427. . . . . . . . . [email protected]

Bill "Wild Bill" Hulsey 928-245-8888 [email protected]

MMA of Arizona District Contacts

Mike Bennett

Tom and Lynna Buohl

Fritz Clapp, Esq

Tom Corr

Dick “Turtle” Davis*

Dave Deckwa

Marysia Deckwa

Mick Degn

Howard Gelman

James Gonzales

Lee Gonzales

Mary Hart

Bobbi Hartmann


Becca “Vine” Holyoak

Joseph Hoodak

Ray “Rayman” Huston

Tambria Kirk-Huston

Teri Kelley*

Butch Kirkham

Carl Letzin

Joanne Letzin

“Pipe” Loomis

Stony Monday

Steve "Muskrat" Musgrave

Janie Picciano

Tony Picciano

Mike Shearhart

Willie Shearhart

Edward “Jersey” Smith

Betty McDonald-Swinford

CJ Swinford

Wes Sellards

MMA of Arizona Life Service

Casa Grande DistrictTom CorrEddie DavisSteve MusgraveCarol Myers

Cochise DistrictJon V. EverettKresent GurtlerErnie HarrisThom IhliDavid LeaboPhyllis RimmerBetty Rodriguez

Eagle DistrictJulie CissneCherie DubrowBilly “Desperado” LarsonScot Williamson

Grand Canyon DistrictStephen Briggs

High Country DistrictMarlin KusslerColin MacDiarmid*Stony Monday

Leather/Iron Horse DistrictRichard L. Davis*Terry EngelkingCindy GatesJames GonzalesLee GonzalesLarry GriffithDave “Stiffy” HillDon HillJoseph HoodakTambria KirkDave KoppHenry “Skip” MikolajczykTony PiccianoJane PiccianoDeborah RiggsGerald RiggsJohn “Skip” SimsEdward SmithRon SpirlockGarry ThurstonKris WallMichael Wendt

Northern Arizona DistrictLarry EvansJoseph HarrisBill JusticeMarie JusticeRenee LippertSteve”Limey” LippertEddie Lovato

Phoenix DistrictMark BeldenMark BoratoTom BuohlLynna BuohlRussell G. Cheetham Jr.David Deckwa Sr.Marysia DeckwaLee Erceg*Tom ErhardtVictor FlorioJack “Yukon Jack” FryJeff GordonTracy GruberMary HartBobbi HartmannBarbara Hatley*Roger HurmLee IrvineButch KirkhamJudy KirkhamKaren KonleyKeven KullbergChester LarsonSue LeggettDean LottDiane MaloneBetty McDonaldLarry MyersFred PascarelliForrest PhillipsBeverlee SimmonsWaldo Stuart*Charles Swinford

Red Mountain DistrictMike “Maddog” BennettJames CionciDebra DonaldsonBob GumforyGlen KoepkeTrish McElyeaMike ShearhartWillie ShearhartCarl LetzinJoanne Pilger-LetzinMichelle Wirth-Packer

Rim Country DistrictEd “Hollywood” HolyoakBecca HolyoakDiane SchultzWayne SlocumJane Wilcox

Salt River DistrictJames BestMick Degn John Emerson Chuck Franklin Howard GelmanBill Goodwin Bob GumforySherry Harradence Gay HaywardJames Hillyard William HitzeWade JacksonLarry Jenkins Phyllis Kelley*Glen Koepke Elmer MyersDarline Olsen“Lady Jewells” Olson-Lentz Greg OppedalDon “Sandman” Randolph Catherine “Kate” Rouse Larry Venteicher

Tucson DistrictDennis Beye M. Juaregui Ralph LevonPipe LoomisKathy Marble Martin MinningerThe Solano Family

Verde Valley DistrictKen CadiganRobert DixsonRose DixsonJessica HowellBill Lyons Jr.Michael Mooney Dale Vandermolen

Westsiders DistrictDeborah BlairKimberley “Sunshiney” ColeGeorge GrahamRay HustonGene “Gobb” MummertWesley “T-Bone” StraightMichael Vigorito

White Mountain DistrictTim Belous Randy CriderJohn “Oilcan” Fields* Bob Kirby Ben McLachlanRobin Pierce Randy RahnTerry K. Rutherford Rich TuminelloDenise Hunter-TuminelloBuddy Zahnle

Other DistrictMike Revere

MMA StateNCOM Bill Bish - Encino, CA Fritz Clapp Esq. Joe Eggleston*Tank Tiger Mike Revere

Motorcycle Club Life MembersSober Riders since 08/2003Limey Riders since 09/2005VIII’s Society since 11/2006

Life Emeritus MembersRoger "Priest" Hurm - ChairmanBill Justice - ChairmanCJ Swinford - ChairmanColin “Cinders” MacDiarmid*

Co-Founders of MMA-AZJoe Eggleston, Esq.* AIM AttorneyRichard Lester, Esq. AIM Attorney

* In Memoriam

MMA of Arizona Life Membership


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There are those who employ words to disguise theirthoughts. I am not one of those people. My thoughts andactions are worn on my sleeves, as so many people whoknow me will confirm. My bride Vine and I have beenmembers of the Modified Motorcycle Association since2004, and Life Members since 2006 and 2007.

My first responsibility with the MMA, was proposed at myfirst Rim Country District MMA meeting years ago when itwas requested of me to assume the Sergeant-at-Arms. Igladly accepted.

On 10-14-2005, it was Rim Country District’s turn to hostthe State Board meeting. The State Board did not havetheir Sgt.-at-Arms at the time. The responsibility fell uponmy shoulders and I accepted with pride. The nextchallenge came in 05-2006 when the District Manager forRim Country District came to my home and asked if Iwould consider the job of District Manager. He said therewould be a vote if I was willing to run. After the election, Ibecame District Manager for RCD in 06-2006.

In April 2010, I was elected to be Vice Chairman. Eversince, I’ve held the confidence of the past threeChairmen.

It was a honor when C.J. Swinford requested that I visitthe MMA Cochise District to see if we could help to rebuildthat District. On the same weekend, my wife and I hadbeen in Page, AZ on other MMA Business. It all workedout.

At a State Rally, C.J. asked me to speak to a large groupof riders about the MMA-AZ. Afterward, C.J. presented mywife and me the Thorny Rose and Bull Dog patches forservices for the MMA.

I’ll always remember when we rode to the White MountainDistrict with C.J, Betty and Colin, to help rebuild theirDistrict -- and that’s where I met Tom Corr, In July 2010,Tom awarded my wife and me with MMA Life ServiceRockers.

I have always done my part to keep the MMA together. Iintend to continue this work of encouraging the otherMRO’s to be more cohesive in the positive way MMA-RCD and ABATE- HCC have demonstrated up here alongthe Mogollon Rim.

I was asked the other day “Who was in charge ofmembership?” I replied “Every single MMA member.” As aresult, I signed a new Business Member on the spot.

We can all work together to maintain the MMA objectivesand create an atmosphere of camaraderie, educateindividuals and organizations regarding issues in theLegislative and Judicial Branches of the government -- atboth State and Federal levels.

Encourage an interest in, and promote the protection ofthe United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights.Encourage and support involvement in the legislativeprocess – We the People have this birthright. Educateautomobile drivers and motorcycle riders regardingMotorcycle Awareness and Safety. Promote a positiveimage for motorcycling by being proactive in ourrespective local communities. Conduct fundraisingactivities to support these objectives.

Remember, what we do today becomes our past -- andwill affect our future.

NCoM

Fellow Motorcyclists'

On behalf of the National Coalition of Motorcyclists(NCOM), we would like to invite you to attend theupcoming NCOM Convention, May 9-12, 2013, at theSilver Legacy Resort-Casino-Reno. I've enclosed somefliers on the event for you to pass along to your friends,and/or the members and leadership of any organizationsyou may belong too as our invitation to participate.

Please make your plans early; however, as the host hotelhas given us a deadline of April 4, 2013 to book ourrooms at the rate of $95.00 for some nights. The Numberto call is 800-687-8733. Please mention

This year's Convention is expected to be our biggest andbest ever, and will feature seminars and presentations bysuch well known speakers as former South Dakota StateRepresentative Jim Putnam

Some of the seminars and presentations will cover suchtopics as anti-profiling bill, Veterans Affairs’, your rights asa Veteran, Women in Motorcycling, World of Sport Bikes,and many more

Due to the enormous interest being generated in thisyear's NCOM Convention, we encourage you to PRE-REGISTER your organization's representatives for theConvention and Awards Banquet to ensure spaceavailability, and save time upon arrival.

We at the NCOM would also like to request eachmotorcycle group attending to bring an item to beauctioned at the Silver Spoke Awards Banquet to benefitthe Freedom Fund. The Freedom Fund is used by NCOMto send representatives into states, at their request, tohelp lobby for pro-motorcycle legislation or againstdetrimental laws. The Freedom Fund is also used to sendrepresentatives from NCOM Member Groups toWashington, D.C. to lobby on the federal front,

The auction will be held after the Silver Spoke AwardsBanquet on Saturday evening. You can either turn in yourauction item(s) at the time you register for the Convention,or bring it with you to the banquet. Your generouscontribution will be duly noted, and we thank you inadvance for your support!

Hopefully, you or someone from your organization will beable to join us for a weekend of education, motivation,networking and camaraderie.We hope to see you at theConvention!

Sincerely,

SARGEExecutive CoordinatorNCOM

Kudos to MMA Eagle District for 3 years of Street Clean up in glendale.

January Board Meeting Minutes-Reader Digest Version

Tom Corr resigned as MMA Chairman

Ed “Hollywood” Holyoak Voted in as new Chairman

Lee ”Snakebite” Gonzales voted in as new Vice Chair

Pam Costello proxy for Lee as Board Member for LeatherDistrict

Voted to change bank accounts back to Chase.

Upcoming activities - Day at the Dome, Beach Partyperhaps adding another state event this year.

Continue to work on membership. An Updated Tri-fold formembership recruiting to be produced

Cover to be designed for coloring book to be used in theM.A.P. Program and for Motorcycle Safety and AwarenessMonth.


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Fellow Motorcyclists'

On behalf of the National Coalition of Motorcyclists(NCOM), we would like to invite you to attend theupcoming NCOM Convention, May 9-12, 2013, at theSilver Legacy Resort-Casino-Reno. I've enclosed somefliers on the event for you to pass along to your friends,and/or the members and leadership of any organizationsyou may belong too as our invitation to participate.

Please make your plans early; however, as the host hotelhas given us a deadline of April 4, 2013 to book ourrooms at the rate of $95.00 for some nights. The Numberto call is 800-687-8733. Please mention

This year's Convention is expected to be our biggest andbest ever, and will feature seminars and presentations bysuch well known speakers as former South Dakota StateRepresentative Jim Putnam

Some of the seminars and presentations will cover suchtopics as anti-profiling bill, Veterans Affairs’, your rights asa Veteran, Women in Motorcycling, World of Sport Bikes,and many more

Due to the enormous interest being generated in thisyear's NCOM Convention, we encourage you to PRE-REGISTER your organization's representatives for theConvention and Awards Banquet to ensure spaceavailability, and save time upon arrival.

We at the NCOM would also like to request eachmotorcycle group attending to bring an item to beauctioned at the Silver Spoke Awards Banquet to benefitthe Freedom Fund. The Freedom Fund is used by NCOMto send representatives into states, at their request, tohelp lobby for pro-motorcycle legislation or againstdetrimental laws. The Freedom Fund is also used to sendrepresentatives from NCOM Member Groups toWashington, D.C. to lobby on the federal front,

The auction will be held after the Silver Spoke AwardsBanquet on Saturday evening. You can either turn in yourauction item(s) at the time you register for the Convention,or bring it with you to the banquet. Your generouscontribution will be duly noted, and we thank you inadvance for your support!

Hopefully, you or someone from your organization will beable to join us for a weekend of education, motivation,networking and camaraderie.We hope to see you at theConvention!

Sincerely,

SARGEExecutive CoordinatorNCOM

Kudos to MMA Eagle District for 3 years of Street Clean up in glendale.


March/April 20�3

To submit event information please contact

MMA of AZ State Event Officer by phone at 623.695.5659 or

Email [email protected]

MMA of ArizonaCalendar of Events

New Business Member Spotlight -Verde Valley MMASubmitted by Debi Althouse Payne

P ub and GrubVerde Valley District is pleased to announce Pub andGrub as a new MMA Business Member. Pub and Grub islocated off Hwy 260 @ 2501 S Village Drive, CottonwoodAZ. Pub and Grub has been in Cottonwood for over 10years and is now under new management. The fantasticchef and head lady Wallieh is changing things up so giveher a shout-out, ride by to say hi and have a cold beer.There is a large outdoor patio with horseshoes and a barfor warm weather fun and group meetings.

They offer dart tournaments, pool tables with a 3-balltournament and free pool all day Saturday. Stop by forMonday Night Football with free hotdogs and chili. Localmusic-lovers enjoy the Open Mic on Thursday nights,Karaoke on Friday Nights and Live Music every SaturdayNight. Pub and Grub is an upbeat Cottonwood tradition–you are always welcome to drop in when cruisingaround Verde Valley on your bike. They open at 9ameveryday.

Stop by Pub and Grub on your next visit to the VerdeValley and tell them MMA Verde Valley sent you!

Call for additional information: Pub and Grub 928-649-2807.

Saturday, Mar. 2nd - P hoenix, AZ.Green Knights Military Motorcycle Club Inaugural

Charity Ride Benefiting Packages From Home

Registration from 9:00 - 11:00 A.M. at Jimbo's Sports Bar (N. W. Corner 51st Ave and Cactus) Last bike out at 11:30A.M. Free breakfast with purchase of any beverage. $20single/ $30 double, includes meal at final stop Free ridepin to 1St 250 to register. Pre-registration atwww.lukegreenknights28.org/pfhregistration.shtml ($5 offregistration). Pre-registration Closes on Feb. 12. Finaldestination is Arrowhead Harley-Davidson - 16130 N.Arrowhead Fountains Circle Dr. Last bike in at 3:30 P.M.Food, Fun, Music, Raffle, and 50/50 drawing. Each riderwill receive a safety pin to collect a bead from eachlocation to be redeemed for raffles tickets upon arrival toArrowhead Harley-Davidson

Riders will receive additional raffle tickets for wearing thefollowing safety items:

- Helmet

- Long sleeves/pants

- Durable over the ankle footwear (excluding high heels)

- Full fingered gloves

Riders who bring items to donate to PFH will receiveadditional tickets based on items brought. i.e. Socks,Feminine items, etc (check www.packeagesfromhome.org/things-to-donate).Additional tickets available for purchase at finaldestination. For more information visitwww.lukegreenknights28.org

Saturday, Mar.16th-P hoenix AZ.The Vulture Mine Run.- Presented by MMA LeatherDistrict, Limey Riders MC ,Desert Thunder MC andHooligans MC The Vulcher Mine Run. Sign in at FastEddie's 35th Ave. and Glendale. We are playing 31. EndParty at the Tintop. This will be a 150mile ride through thedesert back roads. Sign in from 9am-1030am $10.00perperson or $15.00 per couple Food available at all stops.End party 50/50, raffles and a whole lot of fun. FMI-Pam602-384-6960

Saturday, Mar 23rd – Mesa, AZHighway Thunder Charity Ride - Once a year thePhoenix Vulcan Riders hold a charity run in honor of oneof our past members. It is called Highway Thunder CharityRide and raises funds for the Make-A-Wish Foundation.This event is open to all motorcyclists, brands and ridinggroups. Registration: 9-10am Kickoff: CycleGear 1040South Country Club Drive, Mesa, AZ 30 Single/ + 15 for 2up (includes lunch) Scavenger Hunt – Lunch, Cashprizes, High/Low Hands, Door Prizes, 50/50

Saturday, Mar 30th – P hoenix,AZSpartan Riders Ghetto Blast 2013 Live Bands, GreatFood and Great Time 1310 E Van Buren St Phoenix, AzStarts at 2pm - Whenever Price is 10$ in advance or $15at the Gate. See any Spartan Rider for advance tickets.Price of entry includes meal

FOR ALL THINGS PRETAINING TO ARIZONA BIKE

WEEK APRIL 5-9TH PRE-RALLY DAYS AND APRIL 10-

14 CYCLEFEST GO WWW.AZBIKEWEEK.COM

Saturday, Apr. 4th - P hoenix, AZ.9th Annual Buddy Stubbs Bike Week Bash (FREE!).

Arizona’s largest Bike Week pre-rally party returns for2013! The 9th Annual Buddy Stubbs Bike Week Bash willtake place 12:00 - 8:00 P.M. We will have great food fromDillon’s Restaurant, Beer Garden, Vendors, Live Musicand much more! Don’t forget to grab raffle tickets for ourfamous Sportster giveaway, someone in attendance WILLwin a 2013 Sportster 1200! Clear your calendars now so

Business Member Spotlight &Plaque Presentation Submitted by Vine

Windmill Corner InnDoug McLean became a Business Member in June2012. Not long ago, Doug bought the quaint landmarkWindmill Corner Inn in Strawberry AZ, and hasremodeled the eight rooms to have different themes,including: the Harley-Davidson Room, the Cowboy Roomand the Grizzly Room.

As a result of teaming up with MMA, the Windmill CornerInn now offers all MMA members a 10% discount onrooms.

Any time you are in Payson or riding through RimCountry, please visit the Windmill Corner Inn inStrawberry or call 928-476-3064, and ask for Deb Weber(Doug’s sister). She is also manager of the Flying GrizzlyPub right next door.

Contact information: Windmill Corner Inn, 5079 Highway87 , Strawberry, Arizona 85544 Phone: (928) 476-3064,Email: [email protected],www.windmillcornerinn.com


March/April 20�3

To submit event information please contact

MMA of AZ State Event Officer by phone at 623.695.5659 or

Email [email protected]

MMA of ArizonaCalendar of Events

$3,000.00 of Accidental Death andDismemberment Insurance

To all MMA-AZ Members

I am pleased to announce that all Members of MMA-AZnow have their Accidental Death and DismembermentInsurance increased from ($2,500.00) Two ThousandFive Dollars to ($3,000.00) Three Thousand Dollars.

A MMA-Az State Officer will personally be mailing outthisannouncement with A.I.L. information in the verynearfuture.

Please remember that if you want to be contacted by aA.I.L. Representative you must mail in theircorrespondence that will be in the letter that we aresending.

If you Do NoT want to be contacted by an A.I.L.Representative Do NoT send this information in toA.I.L . They do not have your contact informationunless you send in their reply card.

It's that simple -- you need to do nothing to have thisincrease to ($3000.00) Three thousand dollarsofAccidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.

If you have been thinking about getting more insuranceorany other type of insurance --- by all means please usethe Insurance Company that is sponsoring this $3,000.00of Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurancebenefit to us (MMA-AZ Members.)

Below is the web site and phone contact for AmericanIncome Life Insurance Company for MMA-AZMembers.www.ailife.com/benefits/SgLLB 1-800-495-1213

Remember -if you Do NoT want to be contacted DoNoT send it in.-That's the way it works. C J Swinford-602-788-2088 - [email protected]

New Business Member Spotlight -Verde Valley MMASubmitted by Debi Althouse Payne

P ub and GrubVerde Valley District is pleased to announce Pub andGrub as a new MMA Business Member. Pub and Grub islocated off Hwy 260 @ 2501 S Village Drive, CottonwoodAZ. Pub and Grub has been in Cottonwood for over 10years and is now under new management. The fantasticchef and head lady Wallieh is changing things up so giveher a shout-out, ride by to say hi and have a cold beer.There is a large outdoor patio with horseshoes and a barfor warm weather fun and group meetings.

They offer dart tournaments, pool tables with a 3-balltournament and free pool all day Saturday. Stop by forMonday Night Football with free hotdogs and chili. Localmusic-lovers enjoy the Open Mic on Thursday nights,Karaoke on Friday Nights and Live Music every SaturdayNight. Pub and Grub is an upbeat Cottonwood tradition–you are always welcome to drop in when cruisingaround Verde Valley on your bike. They open at 9ameveryday.

Stop by Pub and Grub on your next visit to the VerdeValley and tell them MMA Verde Valley sent you!

Call for additional information: Pub and Grub 928-649-2807.

Saturday, Mar. 2nd - P hoenix, AZ.Green Knights Military Motorcycle Club Inaugural

Charity Ride Benefiting Packages From Home

Registration from 9:00 - 11:00 A.M. at Jimbo's Sports Bar (N. W. Corner 51st Ave and Cactus) Last bike out at 11:30A.M. Free breakfast with purchase of any beverage. $20single/ $30 double, includes meal at final stop Free ridepin to 1St 250 to register. Pre-registration atwww.lukegreenknights28.org/pfhregistration.shtml ($5 offregistration). Pre-registration Closes on Feb. 12. Finaldestination is Arrowhead Harley-Davidson - 16130 N.Arrowhead Fountains Circle Dr. Last bike in at 3:30 P.M.Food, Fun, Music, Raffle, and 50/50 drawing. Each riderwill receive a safety pin to collect a bead from eachlocation to be redeemed for raffles tickets upon arrival toArrowhead Harley-Davidson

Riders will receive additional raffle tickets for wearing thefollowing safety items:

- Helmet

- Long sleeves/pants

- Durable over the ankle footwear (excluding high heels)

- Full fingered gloves

Riders who bring items to donate to PFH will receiveadditional tickets based on items brought. i.e. Socks,Feminine items, etc (check www.packeagesfromhome.org/things-to-donate).Additional tickets available for purchase at finaldestination. For more information visitwww.lukegreenknights28.org

Saturday, Mar.16th-P hoenix AZ.The Vulture Mine Run.- Presented by MMA LeatherDistrict, Limey Riders MC ,Desert Thunder MC andHooligans MC The Vulcher Mine Run. Sign in at FastEddie's 35th Ave. and Glendale. We are playing 31. EndParty at the Tintop. This will be a 150mile ride through thedesert back roads. Sign in from 9am-1030am $10.00perperson or $15.00 per couple Food available at all stops.End party 50/50, raffles and a whole lot of fun. FMI-Pam602-384-6960

Saturday, Mar 23rd – Mesa, AZHighway Thunder Charity Ride - Once a year thePhoenix Vulcan Riders hold a charity run in honor of oneof our past members. It is called Highway Thunder CharityRide and raises funds for the Make-A-Wish Foundation.This event is open to all motorcyclists, brands and ridinggroups. Registration: 9-10am Kickoff: CycleGear 1040South Country Club Drive, Mesa, AZ 30 Single/ + 15 for 2up (includes lunch) Scavenger Hunt – Lunch, Cashprizes, High/Low Hands, Door Prizes, 50/50

Saturday, Mar 30th – P hoenix,AZSpartan Riders Ghetto Blast 2013 Live Bands, GreatFood and Great Time 1310 E Van Buren St Phoenix, AzStarts at 2pm - Whenever Price is 10$ in advance or $15at the Gate. See any Spartan Rider for advance tickets.Price of entry includes meal

FOR ALL THINGS PRETAINING TO ARIZONA BIKE

WEEK APRIL 5-9TH PRE-RALLY DAYS AND APRIL 10-

14 CYCLEFEST GO WWW.AZBIKEWEEK.COM

Saturday, Apr. 4th - P hoenix, AZ.9th Annual Buddy Stubbs Bike Week Bash (FREE!).

Arizona’s largest Bike Week pre-rally party returns for2013! The 9th Annual Buddy Stubbs Bike Week Bash willtake place 12:00 - 8:00 P.M. We will have great food fromDillon’s Restaurant, Beer Garden, Vendors, Live Musicand much more! Don’t forget to grab raffle tickets for ourfamous Sportster giveaway, someone in attendance WILLwin a 2013 Sportster 1200! Clear your calendars now so

you don't miss this great FREE event! For moreinformation www.buddystubbshd.com

Sunday, Apr. 7th - P hoenix, AZ.The 18th Annual Trifecta Custom Bike Show and

Blowout will take place during the Arizona Bike WeekPreRally Days. This event will be located at the SteelHorse Saloon - 1818 W. Bell Rd. #100, Phoenix, AZ.Opens at 10:00 A.M. For your enjoyment, there will bevendors, live music, food & drinks, cool bikes, hot babes,contests, and more! We hope to see you there! For moreinformation about this event, Please visit or call us.www.steelhorsesaloon.com

Saturday, Apr. 27th - Glendale AZ.Spartan Riders MC Glendale -ANNUAL FISH FRY--5964 West Maryland Ave Glendale AZ. Starts at 4pm.Serving between 5pm-9pm...Fried Fish, Fried Taters,Fried Hushpuppies, Coleslaw, Green Salad, and Good olAmerican White Bread. NOTHING OUT OF A CAN!! $10single- $15 couple...Beverages available and a good time.For more information www.spartanridersmcglendale.com

Business Member Spotlight &Plaque Presentation Submitted by Vine

Windmill Corner InnDoug McLean became a Business Member in June2012. Not long ago, Doug bought the quaint landmarkWindmill Corner Inn in Strawberry AZ, and hasremodeled the eight rooms to have different themes,including: the Harley-Davidson Room, the Cowboy Roomand the Grizzly Room.

As a result of teaming up with MMA, the Windmill CornerInn now offers all MMA members a 10% discount onrooms.

Any time you are in Payson or riding through RimCountry, please visit the Windmill Corner Inn inStrawberry or call 928-476-3064, and ask for Deb Weber(Doug’s sister). She is also manager of the Flying GrizzlyPub right next door.

Contact information: Windmill Corner Inn, 5079 Highway87 , Strawberry, Arizona 85544 Phone: (928) 476-3064,Email: [email protected],www.windmillcornerinn.com


March/April 20�3

AMSAF Update

Mick [email protected]

Legislative Updates fromour Motorcycle Lobbyist

Billy “Desperado” Larson

MMA-AZ Designated

Lobbyist

Lobbyist Update

I know many clubs now require you to have thisendorsement. But, I also know a BUNCH of riders whodon't want to bother. I know from experience that this iscan be an issue. The guy who hit me at "Too Broke ForSturgis" a few years ago had been riding for a whole 3months. Right -- he had no endorsement. He had theminimum coverage of $15,000. The insurance companypaid that to me. However, the other rider was S.O.L. -- hewas not able to recover one dollar to repair his bike.

If MMA-AZ Districts would seriously recommend the AZMotorcycle Endorsements on Driver’s Licenses, it wouldhelp us all get adequate insurance coverage at a lowercost and increase Motorcycle Safety in our state. Walk thewalk.

Back to business:

This February, I was lucky enough to find a new VeteransCaucus at the Capitol. They are off to a GREATbeginning. Some of you might be wondering what this hasto do with the Motorcycle community. There are MANYbikers out there who are Veterans. The unemploymentrate of returning service men and women is extremelyhigh. This caucus is designed to assist all returning vets infinding work. One of the speakers at a recent meetingwas Michael Vargas from Arizona Public Services (APS) –which is owned by Pinnacle West. During the meeting MrVargas described the new outreach hiring programs thatAPS created for returning veterans -- especially "TroopsTo Energy.” Here’s how it all works.

Bill HB2076 recently passed (2-13-2013) that wasspearheaded by this new Veterans Caucus. The new billwill open the door to returning vets to get civilian-certifiedin their military-trained field. Say you were trained as atruck driver in the US Army motor pool. When you get out,you will be able to take your military license to DMV herein Arizona and automatically get a CDL. Or say you werea nurse or a corpsman in the service. You will not need tohave additional training to be able to be certified as anurse. It's called "Reciprocity." This is a HUGE step inhelping all veterans to acquire employment in their specialfield. Visit APS.COM for links to their employment pagesand the Pinnacle West contact information.

Finally, I’d like to say – “Many Thanks to our great friendand MMA member Mayor Jerry Weiers!” As many of youknow, Jerry ran for and successfully became Glendale’snewest Mayor. While we worked together at the Capitol, Ilearned for a fact that Jerry is a true friend and ally to themotorcycling community. He has ridden for many yearsand knows the challenges all Arizona mororcyclists arefacing. He is one of our own. I’m grateful that Jerry is veryeasy to talk with and extremely knowledgeable. Please,let’s all CONGRATULATE our Brother and Friend, JerryWeiers.

Thank you, MMA-AZ members, all for your help and faithin me to handle this job. You all hired me and Skypilot asvolunteers to complete tasks and work for MMA’slegislative interests. We do our very best -- Skypilot and Iwelcome any and all comments and questions from you.

You all take care of yourselves and have a safe ride.

Disgruntled BikerSubmitted by a Disgruntled Biker

I was riding down through CaveCreek the other day. As I passedby the Hideawy, not planning onstopping as I didn’t have myformal leather on, I glanced at theparking lot and I had a flashbackto my childhood.

There was Paul Snaffe andJohn Chlop from JinisterCycles with their crews andthey were all riding the samething. The same thing that wewere riding when we werekids…BIG WHEEELS!

All they are missing now is the pedals! Justlike those big 320 rear wheels on choppers.That’s a lot of money to spend to go toHooter’s once a month. Hey everybody, I havea bagger I can’t carry anything in….Bunch ofJackasses.

Have a Bright Sunshiney Day

What Are You Doing To PromoteMotorcycle Safety?

As a Motorcyclist it is so easy for me to complain aboutthe accidents or they didn’t see me or they don’t respectus on the road like a car. Arizona has averaged more than3000 motorcycle accidents each year and those figuresare increasing. Those numbers scare me and I can sitback and complain or I can get involved. It’s like voting,you can complain but unless you vote it’s just talk. Are youa complainer or do you really get involved in helping topromote Motorcycle Safety and Awareness?

Arizona Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Foundation(AMSAF) was started in 2011 and is a 501c3 nonprofitCharity Foundation. Everything we do is to promoteMotorcycle Safety and Awareness. Some of theaccomplishments that we’ve been able to achieve to helpthe motorcycle community are:

• Paid for “Look out for Motorcycles” Signs in the Page,Arizona area

• Put up six (6) Billboards in 2012 that say “Help ussave Lives, Look out for Motorcycles” We haveBillboards on I-10, I-17 and 101 and looking to domore. Our goal was four (4) by the end of the year.

• We’re on Facebook as Amsaf and we put Motorcyclesafety tips on this site. During Motorcycle AwarenessMonth, Arizona Bike week and throughout the year wepost a lot of tips.

• We have a web site which helps promote safety andawareness. Check us out at www.amsaf.org

• Your donation for AMSAF, a 501c3 non-profitFoundation, is tax deductible and you have the abilityto use PayPal for your donations on a secure web site.

Our Board is made up of key individuals from within thecommunity and State who are involved and committeddaily in helping the Motorcycle Community. Check outwho is on the Board and Advisory Board on our web site. Ithink you will be impressed on who is involved and theirbackground.

We are looking at doing a lot more to help promoteMotorcycle Safety and Awareness but we need your help.The key support for the Foundation is throughcontributions and sponsorship. The exciting thing aboutthe Foundation is that all proceeds fund the AMSAFmission of promoting Motorcycle Safety and Awareness.

We are in the process of updating our Facebook so that itwill be more user friendly and you are getting moreinformation. If you haven’t checked us out on Facebook,please do.

Again, I ask the question “What are you doing to helppromote Motorcycle Safety? We’ve had too manyaccidents and we’ve lost too many of our brothers andsisters. We need to do something to help save lives andthat is what AMSAF is all about. Help AMSAF reducemotorcycle accidents and save lives. Check out our website and help us if you can. Your contribution will help theMotorcycle Community.

Letters to the Disgruntled BikerIt seems that the Disgruntled Biker article in theJanuary/February edition struck a nerve of a couple of ourreaders out there. Here is the one sentence from thearticle that got some peoples juices flowing.

“All of you who are driving something 20 foot long with acar engine and 3 wheels – That’s not a motorcycle, that’sa three wheeled car.”

Disgruntled Biker,

I have been reading your little article since you startedand came to the conclusion that you are a wannabe biker.You only masquerade yourself as a ‘disgruntled biker.’

First your “No Wave” policy -- When most bikers ride theywill either wave or nod to each other as just a way ofsaying hi. Maybe you do not like it because no one wantsto say hi to you.

Second, “To wear a vest or not” -- Obviously you do notcare about the brotherhood or sisterhood that goes alongwith being a biker. We truly care about each other and willhelp out where we can, whether you are a MotorcycleClub or organization. Most of us don't really care whatanother biker wears and you should not either.

And last but not least, we do not care what you ride -- aslong as you are riding what difference does it makewhether it’s a Harley, Honda, “crotch rocket” or even aTrike? Don’t you realize that maybe some cannot ride 2-wheels but still want to ride? Do you have any idea howmany trike clubs there are in the United States?

Maybe you have an issue because maybe you don't evenride --You are a genuine WANNA-BE Biker! If you do ride,it is by yourself since my guess is you are not liked andhave no brothers or sisters. You just complain abouteverything.

I know if I was new to this area and picked up a localmotorcycle paper and read the negative things you write, Iwould not join your particular organization. Maybe yourorganization needs to exclude you from the paper.

A real biker,Mark

Another Response

Look out for Me - I’m Hell On ThreeWarning…Warning … New rider on the road! New rider ona trike! New rider on a Suzuki Boulevard C-50 800ccLehman Trike Conversion! Not even a Harley!Outrageous!

Yes, I know I will be considered so very uncool by some.Someone may feel compelled to write something nasty. Itis so easy to be ugly when you don’t sign your name, isn’tit? Why go for three wheels, you may ask? Why not?

Hopefully, I will be a little more visible for one thing. Also, Iam way older than most new riders, and holding up a600+ pound machine at a stop is not for me. I realizedthat when I attended a motorcycle training circus/class,which I wrote about previously.

Anyway, I want to ride and it was time to go shopping. SoI needed to make a decision. Did I want a traditional trike?Did I want a Volkswagen-motor trike? I have been apassenger on a Volkswagen trike and it’s a blast! So, Iwent to Craigslist and started window-shopping. I evenchecked out a Polaris Spyder -- you know those reallyalternative-looking trikes with two wheels in front and one

Murphy’s Motorcycle Laws

1. You bike cannot/will not fallover unless there is anaudience.

2. The fact that your keys are inyour pocket will becomeapparent after you put yourgloves on.

3. Motorcycles are to yellowbugs what aircraft carriers were to kamikaze pilots.

4. Quick fixes are named for how long they stay fixed.

5. The only part you need will be the only part that is onpermanent backorder.

6. Nothing is harder to start than a used motorcycle beingshown to a perspective buyer.

7. You will never suffer a punctured tire on the road untilyou forget the repair kit at home.

8. ‘Universal” Accessories are so named because that iswhere you have to search to find the bike they fit.

NCoM News BytesCompiled and Edited by Bill Bish

BIKERS P USH FOR ANTI-P ROFILINGBILL IN ARIZONAA hearing room filled with patch-wearing motorcycle clubmembers broke out in cheers on February 6 as anArizona Senate public safety committee voted to approvea bill requiring police to take training highlighting a ban onprofiling of motorcyclists by law enforcement officers.

Senator Judy Burges (R-Sun City) sponsored the anti-profiling bill to address complaints from motorcycle clubmembers who say they're frequently stopped by police forno legitimate reason.

The bill would require the Arizona Peace OfficerStandards and Training Board (known as AzPOST) toinclude courses emphasizing the prohibition againststopping a biker for riding or wearing club colors, orquestioning or searching them based only on thosefactors.

Rick Rodriguez of Glendale, a member of the ALMAMotorcycle Club, said that harassment of patch-wearingbikers by police is rampant. "It's not illegal to be an Elk,it's not illegal to be an Eagle, it's not illegal to be a Shriner,a Knight of Columbus," he told the Associated Press. "Wewear collective marks, we ride motorcycles, that's whatwe like to do. I understand the average Joe citizen doesn'tfeel our plight. But when they get done with bikers, whoare they going to pick on next?"

Although the measure passed 4-0, with three Democraticmembers absent, committee chairman Sen. ChesterCrandell cautioned the jubilant crowd that the bill still hasa long way to go before it becomes law and needs majorchanges.

TEXAS BIKERS LOBBY FOR CRASH P RE-VENTION ACTSuits and leather jackets rubbed shoulders in the Capitol’scorridors in Austin, Texas on Monday, January 28, as thetwo disparate groups share a concern over educationfunding; while the state’s universities lobbied lawmakersover the General Appropriations bill’s impact on highereducation, motorcycle associations are concerned thatfunds allocated last session to the Texas Department ofPublic Safety are not being used effectively to supportroad safety and thereby costing taxpayers.

More money is needed for motorcycle training and toeducate the public about sharing the road with riders, saidTerri Williams, a spokesperson for the Texas MotorcycleRights Association (TMRA2) and on behalf of the TexasConfederation of Clubs and Independents. Texas’ "Sharethe Road" campaign isn’t long enough, only lasting themonth of May, while states with yearlong programs havefewer accidents, which saves taxpayers money.

The motorcycle groups are asking state lawmakers topass the Motorcycle Crash Prevention Act, a new billaimed at lowering the number of motorcycle accidentsacross Texas by providing additional funding to expandTexas’ “Share the Road” program -- a public servicecampaign intended to make drivers more aware ofmotorcycles on the road -- and if the proposed billbecomes law, it would also fund more training for riders.

CALIFORNIA OFFICIALS UNVEIL LANE-SHARING RULESAbout 87% of California motorcycle riders reportedly slidebetween cars on crowded roadways – while only half ofcar drivers know it’s legal and 7% admit they’ve tried toblock them – which is why the California Highway Patrol isnow providing guidance to safely maneuver the whitelines.

California is the only state in the country where so-called“lane-splitting” or “lane-sharing” isn’t illegal, but stateauthorities have never, until now, told motorcyclists how toweave between traffic safely.

The new rules, which the CHP posted on their websiteafter consulting with other state agencies and motorcycle-rider groups as part of the California Motorcyclist SafetyProgram which trains new riders in the state, apply to citystreets, highways and freeways across the Golden State.

"Basically, what we're most interested in is the speeds,"said Sgt. Mark Pope, statewide motorcycle safetycoordinator for the CHP. "You should lane-split no fasterthan 10 mph over the speed of traffic around you, and werecommend riders not split at all if the traffic is faster than30 mph."

CHP officers have always had the legal authority to ticketmotorcyclists who were driving dangerously fast, Popesaid, but the new rules are designed to provide specifics.

The new written guidelines, which carry no legal weight,can be found at http://bit.ly/XxIRJb


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Editor’s SpaceComments relative to thecontent, current affairs oranything that is on my mind atthe time of this publication.

Lee “Snakebite” GonzalesEditor, Motorcycle PatriotLeather District BOD

Disgruntled BikerSubmitted by a Disgruntled Biker

I was riding down through CaveCreek the other day. As I passedby the Hideawy, not planning onstopping as I didn’t have myformal leather on, I glanced at theparking lot and I had a flashbackto my childhood.

There was Paul Snaffe andJohn Chlop from JinisterCycles with their crews andthey were all riding the samething. The same thing that wewere riding when we werekids…BIG WHEEELS!

All they are missing now is the pedals! Justlike those big 320 rear wheels on choppers.That’s a lot of money to spend to go toHooter’s once a month. Hey everybody, I havea bagger I can’t carry anything in….Bunch ofJackasses.

Have a Bright Sunshiney Day

What Are You Doing To PromoteMotorcycle Safety?

As a Motorcyclist it is so easy for me to complain aboutthe accidents or they didn’t see me or they don’t respectus on the road like a car. Arizona has averaged more than3000 motorcycle accidents each year and those figuresare increasing. Those numbers scare me and I can sitback and complain or I can get involved. It’s like voting,you can complain but unless you vote it’s just talk. Are youa complainer or do you really get involved in helping topromote Motorcycle Safety and Awareness?

Arizona Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Foundation(AMSAF) was started in 2011 and is a 501c3 nonprofitCharity Foundation. Everything we do is to promoteMotorcycle Safety and Awareness. Some of theaccomplishments that we’ve been able to achieve to helpthe motorcycle community are:

• Paid for “Look out for Motorcycles” Signs in the Page,Arizona area

• Put up six (6) Billboards in 2012 that say “Help ussave Lives, Look out for Motorcycles” We haveBillboards on I-10, I-17 and 101 and looking to domore. Our goal was four (4) by the end of the year.

• We’re on Facebook as Amsaf and we put Motorcyclesafety tips on this site. During Motorcycle AwarenessMonth, Arizona Bike week and throughout the year wepost a lot of tips.

• We have a web site which helps promote safety andawareness. Check us out at www.amsaf.org

• Your donation for AMSAF, a 501c3 non-profitFoundation, is tax deductible and you have the abilityto use PayPal for your donations on a secure web site.

Our Board is made up of key individuals from within thecommunity and State who are involved and committeddaily in helping the Motorcycle Community. Check outwho is on the Board and Advisory Board on our web site. Ithink you will be impressed on who is involved and theirbackground.

We are looking at doing a lot more to help promoteMotorcycle Safety and Awareness but we need your help.The key support for the Foundation is throughcontributions and sponsorship. The exciting thing aboutthe Foundation is that all proceeds fund the AMSAFmission of promoting Motorcycle Safety and Awareness.

We are in the process of updating our Facebook so that itwill be more user friendly and you are getting moreinformation. If you haven’t checked us out on Facebook,please do.

Again, I ask the question “What are you doing to helppromote Motorcycle Safety? We’ve had too manyaccidents and we’ve lost too many of our brothers andsisters. We need to do something to help save lives andthat is what AMSAF is all about. Help AMSAF reducemotorcycle accidents and save lives. Check out our website and help us if you can. Your contribution will help theMotorcycle Community.

Letters to the Disgruntled BikerIt seems that the Disgruntled Biker article in theJanuary/February edition struck a nerve of a couple of ourreaders out there. Here is the one sentence from thearticle that got some peoples juices flowing.

“All of you who are driving something 20 foot long with acar engine and 3 wheels – That’s not a motorcycle, that’sa three wheeled car.”

Disgruntled Biker,

I have been reading your little article since you startedand came to the conclusion that you are a wannabe biker.You only masquerade yourself as a ‘disgruntled biker.’

First your “No Wave” policy -- When most bikers ride theywill either wave or nod to each other as just a way ofsaying hi. Maybe you do not like it because no one wantsto say hi to you.

Second, “To wear a vest or not” -- Obviously you do notcare about the brotherhood or sisterhood that goes alongwith being a biker. We truly care about each other and willhelp out where we can, whether you are a MotorcycleClub or organization. Most of us don't really care whatanother biker wears and you should not either.

And last but not least, we do not care what you ride -- aslong as you are riding what difference does it makewhether it’s a Harley, Honda, “crotch rocket” or even aTrike? Don’t you realize that maybe some cannot ride 2-wheels but still want to ride? Do you have any idea howmany trike clubs there are in the United States?

Maybe you have an issue because maybe you don't evenride --You are a genuine WANNA-BE Biker! If you do ride,it is by yourself since my guess is you are not liked andhave no brothers or sisters. You just complain abouteverything.

I know if I was new to this area and picked up a localmotorcycle paper and read the negative things you write, Iwould not join your particular organization. Maybe yourorganization needs to exclude you from the paper.

A real biker,Mark

Another Response

Look out for Me - I’m Hell On ThreeWarning…Warning … New rider on the road! New rider ona trike! New rider on a Suzuki Boulevard C-50 800ccLehman Trike Conversion! Not even a Harley!Outrageous!

Yes, I know I will be considered so very uncool by some.Someone may feel compelled to write something nasty. Itis so easy to be ugly when you don’t sign your name, isn’tit? Why go for three wheels, you may ask? Why not?

Hopefully, I will be a little more visible for one thing. Also, Iam way older than most new riders, and holding up a600+ pound machine at a stop is not for me. I realizedthat when I attended a motorcycle training circus/class,which I wrote about previously.

Anyway, I want to ride and it was time to go shopping. SoI needed to make a decision. Did I want a traditional trike?Did I want a Volkswagen-motor trike? I have been apassenger on a Volkswagen trike and it’s a blast! So, Iwent to Craigslist and started window-shopping. I evenchecked out a Polaris Spyder -- you know those reallyalternative-looking trikes with two wheels in front and one

in back? I rode one of those before and loved it. They gofast! When I went to check out My Trike (!) it was love atfirst sight. I don’t care if anyone wants to castaspersions…cast away. I’m too busy having fun. I’m oneof the coolest bitches on three wheels I know.

Look out for me I’m hell on threePam Costello

Tech Tip from Wiccid Sickles

Unlike back in the day when a lot of Harley riders couldand would troubleshoot the electrical system on their ownbikes -- today is very much different.

Current bikes have numerous and complicated electricalsystems to control most, if not all, of those systems. Notvery "user friendly." Since the flow of electricity is vital tothe proper operation of those systems, you can takecontrol of the most critical part by proper and periodicalmaintenance of ALL systems’ Ground (-) connections.

Every electrical system MUST have a good path toGround in order to flow properly. My suggestion is tocheck each and every ground connection you can accessand, at the same time, take a minute to clean & apply agood brand of "Dielectric Grease" to prevent corrosion ofthe connections. It helps greatly to prevent corrodedelectrical connections from stopping that important flow ofpower. Easy to get. Easy to use. Worth a fortune whenyou are sitting on the side of the road in the pouring raintrying to find what the problem really is. Been there. Donethat! A little amount of hands-on preventative maintenancelike I've described can turn an ugly situation into a minorinconvenience.

Ride Safe & Often!Lynn J. Harding II – Owner Wiccid [email protected]

Murphy’s Motorcycle Laws

1. You bike cannot/will not fallover unless there is anaudience.

2. The fact that your keys are inyour pocket will becomeapparent after you put yourgloves on.

3. Motorcycles are to yellowbugs what aircraft carriers were to kamikaze pilots.

4. Quick fixes are named for how long they stay fixed.

5. The only part you need will be the only part that is onpermanent backorder.

6. Nothing is harder to start than a used motorcycle beingshown to a perspective buyer.

7. You will never suffer a punctured tire on the road untilyou forget the repair kit at home.

8. ‘Universal” Accessories are so named because that iswhere you have to search to find the bike they fit.

Wow! Can you believe we are already entering the thirdmonth of 2013? Hopefully by March the frigid days ofwinter have passed and we will now enter the primeriding season in Arizona. Upland snowfalls and highplateau winds make it a little too cold for most Valleybikers to venture far north, but it is a beautiful season toget out and explore Southern Arizona. Any day now, thedesert will be in full bloom, it is always a spectacularsight when running with a pack. With perfect sunshineahead, many riders will be dusting off the bikes andgetting back on the road. The wrenchers always remindus; if you haven’t been using your bike on a daily orweekly basis, make those critical system inspectionsbefore taking that first ride. We all know about broken-down motorcycles – the cure is always more expensivethan the prevention!

With a sunny Arizona Spring comes an abundance ofmotorcycle events, at least ten on any given weekend –including the famous Arizona Bike Week. Folks will beout enjoying all the festivities throughout the ridingseason, and sometimes may be distracted by goodtimes. As well, be aware the ‘Snowbirds’ – are still intown and many other folks are arriving for SpringTraining. Now is the time to pay extremely closeattention to the drivers on the road -- most simply don’tsee us.

As you are out hanging with old friends and meeting newones, please don’t forget to put in a good word for theMMA. Always take along a printed-out membership formand sign a new riding buddy or bike-friendly businessup. The cool thing is MMA-AZ membership responsibilitybelongs to us all. We hope to see all of you out duringBike Week and District runs during the weeks to come.

Sorry kids, but as MMA-AZ Vice Chair it’s my job to saythis --Ride safe, ride sober and make a serious effort todrink responsibly during Bike Week 2013. Police areguaranteed to be out in abundance in order to preventaccidents, and, sadly, handling the ones that happenneedlessly – usually because someone just knew forsure they could drive a vehicle or ride a motorcycle whileimpaired, could stay under the radar and get to the nextparty in good shape. Not. Let’s all make this ridingseason another Win-Win.

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Verde Valley DistrictFrosty Balls and Chilly BoobsSubmitted by Debi Althouse-Payne

Talk about “Frosty and Chilly” – when we left the house itis was a brisk 22 F and there was still snow on themountains. Luckily it is a short putt for us over to Pub andGrub where hot coffee and breakfast burritos werewaiting. Registration started a bit slow – probably due tothe cold temperature – but picked up after 10 am. We had53 awesome, supporting bikers sign up for the ride andanother 4 sign up at Olde Sedona Bar and Grille -- for atotal of 57 bikers. This ride has cruised through OakCreek Canyon for the past several years; our beautifularea has breathtaking views along Sedona Red Rocksand Oak Creek, but it can also be extremely chilly in theCanyon. Fortunately, each stop had coffee ready andoffered great drink and food specials.

We want to thank Pub and Grub, Olde Sedona Bar andGrille, Full Moon Saloon, Grasshopper Grill and theChaparral Bar for your hospitality.

This year the person that came the farthest for our ridewas Chad Collins from Montana and he must havethought we were all crazy for thinking this was frostyweather! We also had visiting bikers from Denver, Mayer,Prescott, Pine and, of course, Cottonwood, Cornville, RimRock, Clarkdale and Jerome.

At the End Run party, bikers arrived still chilly but in greatspirits. Live music was provided by The Mods, whorocked the house. We enjoyed great raffles and a 50/50drawing. Phil O’Neil was the winner of the High Hand andhe generously donated his winnings back to the benefit.Low Hand was won by Keith D and 50/50 was won byHollywood and Vine of Rim Country District whogenerously donated it back. You all rock!

Thanks to Nate’s Cowboy Café, Vintages Grille, Sizzler,Cottonwood Motor Sports, Bonnie and Keith Kaufmann,10/12 Lounge, Inxon Tattoo, Food City, Acme Pizza, StateFarm and others for donating raffle items.

VVCH Administrator Caleb, Community Liaison Chyna,Nurse Rebecca and our very own Chaplain Papa Davecame to the End Party to accept the donation on behalf ofVerde Valley Community Hospice. A little over $1100 wasdonated to Verde Valley Community Hospice to assist withspecial needs beyond the hospice benefit.

I want to personally thank all the wonderful members,guests, sponsors and local folks for supporting this greatride and MMA Verde Valley District. Without all of you thiscouldn’t be done.

Verde Valley District5th Annual Chili Cook-off Submitted by Deb Althouse Payne

This year’s Chili Cook-off was held Sunday October 28that The Old Corral in Cornville AZ. Entry to the event was$5 that included a ballot for the Chili Cook-off, tasting asmuch chili and corn bread as you could eat, raffle ticketand live music by The Mods!

We had nine entries in the Chili Cook-off and a goodturnout for tasters. We changed things up and had threecategories for chili -- Chili with Beans, Chili without Beansand Most Exotic Chili. Trophies were awarded for allcategories based on attendee votes.

There was a lot of smack-talk on Facebook and face-to-face between the reigning Chili Cook-off winner for thelast 2 years – Nate of Nate’s Cowboy Café - and some ofthe other contestants including Jeff Christian from FoodCity and Mike Rogers from Biodiesel. I admit I had funadding fuel to the fire, and the night before the event, Iconvinced Nate to enter in the Exotic category.

Rose Ortiz, who came in Second Place two years ago,took the top prize of Over-all Best Chili. She also took theprize for Best Chili Without Beans. Way to go, Rose –showing those boys how we girls rule the Chili Cook-off!Jeff Christian of Food City took the prize for Best ChiliWith Beans and his jalapeno corn bread was delicious.Virgie Ortiz, your corn bread mini muffins were also great– I know all the tasters enjoyed the extra treat!

In the Exotic Category, we had three entries that includedBulls Balls, Beef Tongue, Alligator, Frog Legs andAndouille Sausage. Since I knew what was in all three, Ihave to admit I didn’t try any – but Stretch did and he saidthey were all great. Nate’s Alligator, Frog Legs andAndouille Sausage Chili took the prize for the Exoticcategory, and since Miranda won last year, that meansNate’s Cowboy Café is ‘Two for Two’ in Exotic.

We had a raffle drawing for the $250 Visa Gift Card andDavid Schremek won. Special thanks to Zoe JewelRogers for drawing the winning ticket for us and for yourawesome singing of “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” –everyone loved it!

The entertainment was awesome with live musicperformed by The Mods -- and they tasted lots of chili, aswell. Two of the event’s vendors, DTMC Verde Valley andWooden Memories, contributed great jewelry and popularbiker items.

Thanks to everyone that showed up to support the event,including: MMA members from the Leather District, to allthe Members of MMA Verde Valley for working the eventsand to all the local businesses for their donations of raffleitems. A special thanks to community members whodonated cash but couldn’t make the event; it is great toknow we have your generous support.

Can’t wait for next year to see how much trouble I cancause amongst the contestants!

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Rim Country DisrictBiker and Babes BashSubmitted By Griz

At the Rim Country District’s Annual Bikers n Babes Bash,Hollywood, the RC District Manager, and RC MembershipOfficer, Griz, present a Lifetime Business Member Plaqueto Jim and Corey Johnson, owners of the HistoricJournigan House, Payson AZ.

The Johnsons and Historic Journigan House hosted thisyear’s Annual Bikers n Babes Bash. Over 25+ membersattended the event, with six competing in the Newly-WedGame. The game was M/C’d by Hollywood, and he cameup with some rather interesting and entertaining questionsfor the contestants to answer. The winning couple won afree one-night stay in the Harley Davidson room at theWindmill Corner Inn in nearby Strawberry, and a choice ofdinner or breakfast; the Runner-up winners received a$50 gift certificate to the Historic Journigan House.

In 1925, Julian Journigan built a family home in Paysonthat also served as a busy depot for his Cadillac StageCompany that delivered mail, packages and peoplebetween Globe and Payson. The well-known location isnow a place for good friends, good drinks and good eatsranging from seasonal crawfish to prime rib and lobstertail. The very popular Scorpion Stingers -- jalapenosstuffed with seasoned ground beef and cheese andwrapped with a slice of bacon – are one of many items onJournigan’s Starter Menu.

Starting March 1st, the Historic Journigan House will beopen for breakfast 7 days a week and will offer dailyspecials. If you crave something to wet your whistle, theyoffer 15 kinds of craft beer and premium well drinks.There is a separate dining room for groups and meetingsand a large outdoor patio for group functions and events.

Call for hours and directions: 928-474- 2900.

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Verde Valley District5th Annual Chili Cook-off

Rim Country DisrictBiker and Babes BashSubmitted By Griz

At the Rim Country District’s Annual Bikers n Babes Bash,Hollywood, the RC District Manager, and RC MembershipOfficer, Griz, present a Lifetime Business Member Plaqueto Jim and Corey Johnson, owners of the HistoricJournigan House, Payson AZ.

The Johnsons and Historic Journigan House hosted thisyear’s Annual Bikers n Babes Bash. Over 25+ membersattended the event, with six competing in the Newly-WedGame. The game was M/C’d by Hollywood, and he cameup with some rather interesting and entertaining questionsfor the contestants to answer. The winning couple won afree one-night stay in the Harley Davidson room at theWindmill Corner Inn in nearby Strawberry, and a choice ofdinner or breakfast; the Runner-up winners received a$50 gift certificate to the Historic Journigan House.

In 1925, Julian Journigan built a family home in Paysonthat also served as a busy depot for his Cadillac StageCompany that delivered mail, packages and peoplebetween Globe and Payson. The well-known location isnow a place for good friends, good drinks and good eatsranging from seasonal crawfish to prime rib and lobstertail. The very popular Scorpion Stingers -- jalapenosstuffed with seasoned ground beef and cheese andwrapped with a slice of bacon – are one of many items onJournigan’s Starter Menu.

Starting March 1st, the Historic Journigan House will beopen for breakfast 7 days a week and will offer dailyspecials. If you crave something to wet your whistle, theyoffer 15 kinds of craft beer and premium well drinks.There is a separate dining room for groups and meetingsand a large outdoor patio for group functions and events.

Call for hours and directions: 928-474- 2900.

Leather District - 13th Annual 3Ball RunSubmitted By Snakebite

A special thanks to all who came out to support theLeather District’s Annual 3 Ball Run. It’s a crap shootevery year for the weather -- and this year we rolled rainand lots of it! But 18 brave souls still showed for anafternoon of fun. Although the run was cancelled per sethe stops were cancelled…there was only the beginningand the end stop. No need for people to be out riding onvery wet streets in very heavy rain. The game still wenton. Winners this year were: Stiffy 1st place, Gareld 2ndplace, Sweet Pea 3rd place and Cindy won the Scratchtrophy. Sweet Pea also took home the big bucks in the50/50. A day of camaraderie and fun was had by all.



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Fred's Liquor StoreServices and Miscellaneous902 N Navajo DrPage, AZ 86040520-645-3575Business Life Member

PaysonJakes Corner BarBars & Restaurants57564 N Hwy 188Payson, AZ 85541602-359-1068

Mazatzal CasinoBars & RestaurantsPO Box 1820Payson, AZ 85547800-777-7529Business Life Member

All-Clene Carpet CleanersServices and Miscellaneous609 W Bridle Path LanePayson, AZ 85541928-468-1358Business Life Member

Amon Builders, IncServices and Miscellaneous903 E Hwy 260 #6Payson, AZ 85541928-474-0689Business Life Member

Coyote Auto LLCServices and Miscellaneous310 W Main StPayson, AZ 85541928-472-1100

Mark’s Mobile RV ServiceServices and Miscellaneous122 W Matlock DrPayson, AZ 85541602-616-8803

Miller Auto WorksServices and Miscellaneous600 W Main St Suite APayson, AZ 85541928-468-8855Business Life Member

Payson PackagingServices and Miscellaneous106 E Bonita StPayson, AZ 85541928-474-5260

Walter Reed & Sons LLCServices and Miscellaneous1105 S Western DrPayson, AZ 85541949-933-2748

PeoriaCJ CreationsClothing10348 W CashmanPeoria, AZ 85383623-412-2110Business Life MemberU.S. Military Vets MCOrganizations and Clubs Peoria813-310-4595

PhoenixWheel ShopMotorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories1621 E McDowell RdPhoenix, AZ 85006602-253-1344

Renegade ClassicsMotorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories3102 E Cactus RdPhoenix, AZ 85032602-495-5957Business Life Member

Alcock & Agborne-PLCServices and Miscellaneous3131 E. Camelback Road, Suite 200Phoenix, AZ 85016602-377-8735

Bellone CPA-PLCServices and Miscellaneous3420 E Shea Blvd #140Phoenix, AZ 85028602-765-6111Business Life Member

Breyer Law officesServices and Miscellaneous15715 S 46th St Ste 100Phoenix, AZ 85048480-505-2162Business Life Member

Circle H BBQBars & Restaurants730 W. CamelbackPhoenix, AZ 85048602-277-0986

H & H Plumbing and DrainServices and Miscellaneous16772 W.Bell Rd.Ste,110, #233Surprise,Az.85374

623-322-9100Business Life Member

greer Wilson Funeral HomeServices and Miscellaneous5921 W Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85033623-245-0994Business Life Member

Law TigersServices and Miscellaneous362 N 3rd AvePhoenix, AZ 85003602-516-0000Business Life Member

Victor Florio and Co.Services and Miscellaneous4735 N Central AvePhoenix, AZ 85034602-278-8000Business Life Member

PinePine Creek SmokehouseBars & Restaurants3885 N Hwy 87Pine, AZ 928-476.6577


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MMA of Arizona Business Member Listing - listed by cityStix Liquor and Sporting goods Services & Miscellaneous5 S Lake Powell RdPage, AZ 86040928 645-2891

Windy MesaBars & Restaurants800 N Navajo DrPage, AZ 86040928-645-2186Business Life Member

Blair’s Trading PostClothing626 N Navajo DrPage, AZ 86040928-645-3008Business Life MemberPage Boy MotelLodging150 N Lake Powell BlvdPage, AZ 86040928-645-2416Business Life Member

Page HondaMotorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories915 Coppermine RdPage, AZ 86040800-432-6923Business Life Member

Classic Auto BodyServices and MiscellaneousBox 2756Page, AZ 86040928-645-9023

Fred's Liquor StoreServices and Miscellaneous902 N Navajo DrPage, AZ 86040520-645-3575Business Life Member

PaysonJakes Corner BarBars & Restaurants57564 N Hwy 188Payson, AZ 85541602-359-1068

Mazatzal CasinoBars & RestaurantsPO Box 1820Payson, AZ 85547800-777-7529Business Life Member

All-Clene Carpet CleanersServices and Miscellaneous609 W Bridle Path LanePayson, AZ 85541928-468-1358Business Life Member

Amon Builders, IncServices and Miscellaneous903 E Hwy 260 #6Payson, AZ 85541928-474-0689Business Life Member

Coyote Auto LLCServices and Miscellaneous310 W Main StPayson, AZ 85541928-472-1100

Mark’s Mobile RV ServiceServices and Miscellaneous122 W Matlock DrPayson, AZ 85541602-616-8803

Miller Auto WorksServices and Miscellaneous600 W Main St Suite APayson, AZ 85541928-468-8855Business Life Member

Payson PackagingServices and Miscellaneous106 E Bonita StPayson, AZ 85541928-474-5260

Walter Reed & Sons LLCServices and Miscellaneous1105 S Western DrPayson, AZ 85541949-933-2748

PeoriaCJ CreationsClothing10348 W CashmanPeoria, AZ 85383623-412-2110Business Life MemberU.S. Military Vets MCOrganizations and Clubs Peoria813-310-4595

PhoenixWheel ShopMotorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories1621 E McDowell RdPhoenix, AZ 85006602-253-1344

Renegade ClassicsMotorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories3102 E Cactus RdPhoenix, AZ 85032602-495-5957Business Life Member

Alcock & Agborne-PLCServices and Miscellaneous3131 E. Camelback Road, Suite 200Phoenix, AZ 85016602-377-8735

Bellone CPA-PLCServices and Miscellaneous3420 E Shea Blvd #140Phoenix, AZ 85028602-765-6111Business Life Member

Breyer Law officesServices and Miscellaneous15715 S 46th St Ste 100Phoenix, AZ 85048480-505-2162Business Life Member

Circle H BBQBars & Restaurants730 W. CamelbackPhoenix, AZ 85048602-277-0986

H & H Plumbing and DrainServices and Miscellaneous16772 W.Bell Rd.Ste,110, #233Surprise,Az.85374

623-322-9100Business Life Member

greer Wilson Funeral HomeServices and Miscellaneous5921 W Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85033623-245-0994Business Life Member

Law TigersServices and Miscellaneous362 N 3rd AvePhoenix, AZ 85003602-516-0000Business Life Member

Victor Florio and Co.Services and Miscellaneous4735 N Central AvePhoenix, AZ 85034602-278-8000Business Life Member

PinePine Creek SmokehouseBars & Restaurants3885 N Hwy 87Pine, AZ 928-476.6577

RimrockVintages grillBars & Restaurants5155 N Dave Wrigfield RdRimrock,AZ 86335928-592-9220

ScottsdaleSouthwest TrikesMotorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories7430 E ButherusScottsdale, AZ 85260480-951-7171Business Life MemberSedonaolde Sedona Bar & grillBars & Restaurants1405 W Highway 89ASedona, AZ 86336928-282-5670

Show LowNative New Yorker #12Bars & Restaurants391 W Duece Of ClubsShow Low, AZ 85901928-532-5100Business Life Member

Days Inn - Show LowLodging480 W Duece Of ClubsShow Low, AZ 85901928-537-4356Business Life Member

SpringervilleCoyote Creek SaloonBars & RestaurantsHwy 60 and D StSpringerville, AZ 85938928-333-4022Business Life Member

American Legion Post #30Organizations and Clubs 825 E MainSpringerville, AZ 85938928-339-4475

St JohnsEl Camino RestaurantBars & Restaurants277 White Mountain DrSt Johns, AZ 85936928-337-4700

Strawberrygila County ChopperMotorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories7803 Ralls DriveStrawberry, AZ 85544480-789-2933

Windmill Corner Inn5079 N AZ Hwy 87Strawberry, AZ 85544928-476-3064

SurpriseArizona Dragon Slayer ExterminatorServices and Miscellaneous26307 N 157th AveSurprise, AZ 85387602-526-1312Business Life Member

TempeAmerican Legion Riders Tempe Post#2Organizations and Clubs 2125 S Industrial Park AveTempe, AZ 85282Business Life Member

AflacServices and Miscellaneous6197 S Rural rd Ste 103Tempe, AZ 85283480-838-9020Business Life Member

TollesonFuego Bar & grillBars & Restaurants9118 W Van BurenTolleson, AZ 85353623-478-7300

TonopahTin Top Bar and grillBars & Restaurants2614 S Wintersberg RdTonopah, AZ 85354623-386-1501Tonopah Joe’s Family RestaurantBars & Restaurants41101 W Indian School RdTonopah, AZ 85354623-776-5554Business Life Member

Tonto BasinPunkin Center BarBars & RestaurantsHwy 188 & Greenback Rd Tonto Basin, AZ 85553928-479-2627

Tonto VillageThe Double “D”Bars & Restaurants354 Johnson BlvdTonto Village, AZ 85541928-978-2058

YoungtownCurly’s CustomsMotorcycle Repair, Parts & Accessories12040 N 111th AveYoungtown, AZ 85363623-764-6562Business Life Member

WinslowPt’s BarBars & RestaurantsWinslow, AZ 86057928-587-0708

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MotorcycleAwareness Program(M.A.P.)

Aries: Strangers in the night make bids for yourattention, but you only have joy with one special soul.You and a partner are working through issues – simpleteamwork is the answer. An old habit is gone but anew power has developed instead. Wear lucky red.

Taurus: Permanent behavior patterns made yourather predictable. Mix things up now with smoke,chess games and mirrors – including confusion to yourenemy. Your mood benefits from splurges, luxuries,road-trips and quality fun. Save then celebrate.

Gemini: Life has been rumbling and people aresuddenly riding out of or into your scene. Pluto, thehidden chaos planet, brings delay with your romanticplans. Contracts and legal deals always make younervous. No fear. Expect a quiet miracle who rides abike.

Cancer: A lucky break and better health bring an oldgroup of wild folks together again. Reunions, bikemeet-ups and correspondence with faraway friendsbrighten your blue moods. Young children may be afocus. Keep playing well with others.

Leo: Travel and relocation are themes in your springand summer. Biker omens are everywhere – andpointing north by northwest! Restless and full of sunnyenergy, you can get bored. Sudden invitations to ridecan lead to a sweet life-changer this spring.

Virgo: Workaholic you can be—but the heart plays amajor role. Your outer appearance and inner life aretwo very different critters. Expect financial changes forthe best this spring. Those handmade gifts and old-school biker ways work. Make your own luck.

Libra: Will it be security or freedom this year? Not justwith Second Amendment issues but also with your life.This year brings ‘Now or Never’ to every project thatneeds completion. You win this game with a gutsystrategy and nomad luck. Star-gaze.

Scorpio: You don’t welcome Spring Fever – but itcan’t be helped. Finding the path out of Life’s crazylabyrinth is a natural gift – so trust your tribal gut. Ahealing angel will offer protection. Accept graciously.New riding pleasures await you in March.

Sagittarius: Hurt feelings and wrong words have torna beautiful connection this winter. Backtrack and menda broken trust. When relationships, bike issues andjobs get weird, you amaze yourself by riding out thestorms – for a change. Win-win, babe.

Capricorn: You’ve been riding a lonely learning curvein love and work scenes. Emotional burn-outs fromnine years ago no longer apply. Lighten up -- this is anew movie. Your 2013 will star home, loyal friends,laughs and a good dog.

Aquarius: Those hidden abilities and skills dazzle thepack in both work and play. Fate pushes you toreconnect through a bike rally -- and dance back intohappy times and stronger friendships. Lucky guesses,crazy love and laughter trump Vulcan logic.

Pisces: Surprises and happy opportunities open thisspring. A brave change within you helped to clean outthe parasites and psychic vampires—at last. Followdoctor's orders this spring!

Comments and tips writenspecifically for our femalemotorcycle riders andpassengers.

Val “Shorty” BunceLeather DistrictADM & Activities

Dangerous Curves

Lady Rider Report

Here’s Your Sign!February 12. Five hundred and ninety-eight days since Iactually rode my bike…but only twenty-four days since Isat on my bike, started it up and moved it to a moreaccessible place in the garage!

As you know, the past year and a half has been verydifficult for me. Physically, emotionally and evenspiritually. I spent a good portion of that time injured andin pain, and an even greater portion of that time agonizingover whether to ever get back on two wheels again. Imentioned in an earlier article that one thing I felt Ineeded was a sign. A sign telling me to get on or get off,so to speak. At first I thought all the idiot cagers almostcreaming me in my SUV was a sign, and it was. It wassimply a sign that people in Arizona are terrible drivers.Between the blue hairs and the college kids, and someother notably poor drivers, I’m lucky I make it anywhere inone piece! So anyway, the sign…

I was waiting for a sign from a Higher Power (I guess) tohelp me make up my mind and I got it a few weeks ago.Keith was at the gun range with his buddies and I haddecided to work some overtime. Keith had brought to myattention earlier that my “bike was blocked in” in mygarage and he was right. I think that was my dad’s not sosubtle way of keeping me off the bike. Since I had justmoved into my new house the night before the wreck, dadgot stuck with the task of working on the house while Iwas laid up so he “rearranged” the garage. I decided Iwas not happy that my bike was blocked in. How was Iever going to get back to riding if my bike was wedged inthe garage amongst boxes, holiday decorations and junk?So I got home from work with the intention of putting awaymy Christmas decorations. That turned into rearrangingthe whole garage my way.

Rearranging the garage included moving the bike. Now aHeritage Softail weighs about 750 pounds and I was all bymy lonesome working in the garage. The bike had beenparked since June 2011 and the tires were low on air. Sothere I was, sitting on my beautiful black Harley, rockingher back and forth to get her moved. I first had to backher out then drive her forward to park her closer to thegarage door so I could pull her out easily to ride. All thewhile I’m thinking “man, my left leg is going to bescreaming tomorrow after this mess.” The funny thingwas, I had no pain while I was moving the bike. Andbelieve me, I was moving her around for a good twenty tothirty minutes getting her situated and getting the batterytender plugged back in. I had no anxiety or panic movingthe heavy bike around. It was like the accident NEVERHAPPENED. I was amazed that I was able to do it all onmy own.

The next day I also woke up with zero pain anywhere!That was my sign. I am 100% physically ready to getback in the saddle and now I am emotionally andfinancially ready.

Today my mom told me a story about a guy she spoke torecently that “used to” ride a Harley. She asked him whyhe didn’t ride any longer and he told her that when hebought the bike, he’d promised himself that if he ever gotin a wreck and walked away, he’d quit riding. I told mymom that maybe if I’d been riding my own bike on June26, 2011 I would feel that way, but I don’t. I am not goingto let an idiot in a yellow Nissan take anything more fromme than he already has! Period.

Stay tuned...

With this being the beginning of the year, we are in themiddle of scheduling schools in various areas around thestate.

We currently have Certified MAP Instructors (CI) in thefollowing areas:

Kingman – Ray HigueraPage – Michelle O'Shaughnessy (training)Phoenix Metro – Skypilot, Bruce Officer (training)Casa Grande – Steve Musgrave (training)Prescott/Prescott Valley – Bobbi HartmannCottonwood – Bobbi Hartmann

As you can see, we have quite a range of coverage.However, we can always use additional instructors. It isvery rewarding to read the student or adult comments onthe evaluation forms, and know that you have played apart in making them more aware of motorcycles and howto better share the road with them. If you have the time,live in one of these areas mentioned and would like toassist any of these instructors, please contact me [email protected] or 602-672-3531. If you would liketo start MAP presentations in your area, contact me aswell.

What is MAP ? MAP is a 45-60 minute presentation, using power point,an 8 minute video, 10 question quiz, a few props, andwhere possible, an outside demo, to make students andadults alike, aware of motorcycles and how to better sharethe road with them.

Below are comments from students at A-1 Driving Schoolin Prescott Valley - 1/4/13. When you see these types ofcomments, of what they liked about the presentation onevaluation forms from students and teachers alike, thenyou know you’ve made a difference:

- I like how she spends her time showing kids andbusinesses how to be more safe with motorcycles.

- I liked the first hand examples and stories ofexperiences because it brought a much moreimpressive presentation.

- It was short but accurate video overall good. Stayedinteresting.

- She presented gear and was creative with the powerpoint.

- I liked being told what to do when you see amotorcycle on the road.

- It was very cool. I learned a lot and it will help me andothers know what to do when a motorcycle is on theroad near you. My dad rides a motorcycle.

NCoM Biker NewsbytesCompiled & Edited by Bill Bish,

National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM)

CoNgRESS gIVES TAX BREAK To ELECTRICMoToRCYCLE BUYERS Tax hikes and spending cutsdominated holiday headlines as the federal governmentteetered on the edge of the Fiscal Cliff, but the legislativepackage passed on New Year’s Day to resolve the issue,dubbed the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012,included several tax credit extensions that didn't generateas much media interest – including one for electricmotorcycles.

Oregon Senator Ron Wyden (D) sponsored theamendment extending the EV tax credit, which covers10% of the cost of a qualified electric vehicle, up to$2,500. Vehicles must be a two- or three-wheeled plug-inelectric designed “primarily for use on public streets,roads, and highways” and “capable of achieving a speedof 45 miles per hour or greater.”

Electric-powered two wheelers have been without afederal purchase incentive since the end of 2011, whenthe original tax break expired that was part of the $800billion stimulus package passed in 2009.

A coalition of EV motorcycle companies, through Plug-InAmerica, lobbied Congress to extend the tax credits,which are also retroactive and apply for electricmotorcycles or EV chargers purchased in 2012 as well.



MotorcycleAwareness Program(M.A.P.)

Bobbi HartmannMMA MAP [email protected]

Comments and tips writenspecifically for our femalemotorcycle riders andpassengers.

Val “Shorty” BunceLeather DistrictADM & Activities

Dangerous Curves

Lady Rider Report

Here’s Your Sign!February 12. Five hundred and ninety-eight days since Iactually rode my bike…but only twenty-four days since Isat on my bike, started it up and moved it to a moreaccessible place in the garage!

As you know, the past year and a half has been verydifficult for me. Physically, emotionally and evenspiritually. I spent a good portion of that time injured andin pain, and an even greater portion of that time agonizingover whether to ever get back on two wheels again. Imentioned in an earlier article that one thing I felt Ineeded was a sign. A sign telling me to get on or get off,so to speak. At first I thought all the idiot cagers almostcreaming me in my SUV was a sign, and it was. It wassimply a sign that people in Arizona are terrible drivers.Between the blue hairs and the college kids, and someother notably poor drivers, I’m lucky I make it anywhere inone piece! So anyway, the sign…

I was waiting for a sign from a Higher Power (I guess) tohelp me make up my mind and I got it a few weeks ago.Keith was at the gun range with his buddies and I haddecided to work some overtime. Keith had brought to myattention earlier that my “bike was blocked in” in mygarage and he was right. I think that was my dad’s not sosubtle way of keeping me off the bike. Since I had justmoved into my new house the night before the wreck, dadgot stuck with the task of working on the house while Iwas laid up so he “rearranged” the garage. I decided Iwas not happy that my bike was blocked in. How was Iever going to get back to riding if my bike was wedged inthe garage amongst boxes, holiday decorations and junk?So I got home from work with the intention of putting awaymy Christmas decorations. That turned into rearrangingthe whole garage my way.

Rearranging the garage included moving the bike. Now aHeritage Softail weighs about 750 pounds and I was all bymy lonesome working in the garage. The bike had beenparked since June 2011 and the tires were low on air. Sothere I was, sitting on my beautiful black Harley, rockingher back and forth to get her moved. I first had to backher out then drive her forward to park her closer to thegarage door so I could pull her out easily to ride. All thewhile I’m thinking “man, my left leg is going to bescreaming tomorrow after this mess.” The funny thingwas, I had no pain while I was moving the bike. Andbelieve me, I was moving her around for a good twenty tothirty minutes getting her situated and getting the batterytender plugged back in. I had no anxiety or panic movingthe heavy bike around. It was like the accident NEVERHAPPENED. I was amazed that I was able to do it all onmy own.

The next day I also woke up with zero pain anywhere!That was my sign. I am 100% physically ready to getback in the saddle and now I am emotionally andfinancially ready.

Today my mom told me a story about a guy she spoke torecently that “used to” ride a Harley. She asked him whyhe didn’t ride any longer and he told her that when hebought the bike, he’d promised himself that if he ever gotin a wreck and walked away, he’d quit riding. I told mymom that maybe if I’d been riding my own bike on June26, 2011 I would feel that way, but I don’t. I am not goingto let an idiot in a yellow Nissan take anything more fromme than he already has! Period.

Stay tuned...

With this being the beginning of the year, we are in themiddle of scheduling schools in various areas around thestate.

We currently have Certified MAP Instructors (CI) in thefollowing areas:

Kingman – Ray HigueraPage – Michelle O'Shaughnessy (training)Phoenix Metro – Skypilot, Bruce Officer (training)Casa Grande – Steve Musgrave (training)Prescott/Prescott Valley – Bobbi HartmannCottonwood – Bobbi Hartmann

As you can see, we have quite a range of coverage.However, we can always use additional instructors. It isvery rewarding to read the student or adult comments onthe evaluation forms, and know that you have played apart in making them more aware of motorcycles and howto better share the road with them. If you have the time,live in one of these areas mentioned and would like toassist any of these instructors, please contact me [email protected] or 602-672-3531. If you would liketo start MAP presentations in your area, contact me aswell.

What is MAP ? MAP is a 45-60 minute presentation, using power point,an 8 minute video, 10 question quiz, a few props, andwhere possible, an outside demo, to make students andadults alike, aware of motorcycles and how to better sharethe road with them.

Below are comments from students at A-1 Driving Schoolin Prescott Valley - 1/4/13. When you see these types ofcomments, of what they liked about the presentation onevaluation forms from students and teachers alike, thenyou know you’ve made a difference:

- I like how she spends her time showing kids andbusinesses how to be more safe with motorcycles.

- I liked the first hand examples and stories ofexperiences because it brought a much moreimpressive presentation.

- It was short but accurate video overall good. Stayedinteresting.

- She presented gear and was creative with the powerpoint.

- I liked being told what to do when you see amotorcycle on the road.

- It was very cool. I learned a lot and it will help me andothers know what to do when a motorcycle is on theroad near you. My dad rides a motorcycle.

Wyden argues that extending the tax credit will helpgenerate jobs in the growing electric motorcycle industry.“The electric motorcycle industry is poised to create tensof thousands of U.S. jobs over the next five years, led bycompanies like Oregon’s Brammo,” said Wyden. “Thisamendment helps promote the development of apromising U.S. industry and support the transition to alow-carbon American economy.”

E-CYCLES PRoJECTED To oUTSELL PLUg-IN CARSAccording to two new Pike Research reports, electricscooters and motorcycle sales are going to eclipse that ofplug-in vehicles by the end of this decade.

In one report from Pike Research which looks at electricmotorcycles and scooters, the study predicts that “annualsales of e-motorcycles and e-scooters will reach 18.6million by 2018.”

Pike Research points primarily to industries such asdelivery companies, police and security forces, and eventaxi services in some locations as the prime mover for theincrease in sales of electric motorcycles and scooters.

Another recently released Pike Research report predictedthat annual worldwide sales of electric vehicles will reach3.8 million by 2020. This includes plug-in electric vehiclesand hybrid electric vehicles selling in the Asia Pacific,North America, and Western Europe.

“Sales of EVs have not lived up to automakers’expectations and politicians’ proclamations, but themarket is expanding steadily as fuel prices remain highand consumers increasingly seek alternatives to internalcombustion engines,” says senior research analyst DaveHurst. “Indeed, sales of plug-in EVs will grow at acompound annual growth rate of nearly 40% over theremainder of the decade, while the overall auto marketwill expand by only two percent a year.”

Taken together, the two Pike Research reports indicatethat two-wheel EV sales will outperform electric four-wheelers by a margin of 5-1 by the end of the decade.Currently, China is the biggest market for the sale of theseelectric vehicles, accounting for 81% of the global electricmotorcycle and scooter market.

EPA To DRoP FoUR gALLoN MINIMUM gASPURCHASES Ethanol-laden gasoline is known to causeengine damage, and many manufacturers warn that usingthe product will invalidate warranties, so when the EPAapproved E15 (fuel blend containing 15% ethanol) itraised concerns amongst motorcyclists, off-roaders,snowmobilers, boaters and others who use vehicles andequipment driven by small gas-powered motors…none ofwhich are approved for its use.

The EPA’s response was to require a minimum four gallonpurchase, the misguided rationale being that it woulddilute any residual E15 remaining in a gas pump’s lines.Again, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency cameunder fire, with powersports and automotive groupspushing back against the federal agency’s push for thegrain alcohol-blended biofuel.

Apparently realizing that a viable solution to the problemneeds to be conceived, the EPA is abandoning its four-gallon minimum on blender pumps that dispense bothE10 and E15 from the same pump, and instead thegovernment body says it will likely require gas stations tolabel shared pumps, as well as offer a dedicated E10pump/hose for non-approved vehicles.

In the meantime, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Districtof Columbia has denied a rehearing on the EPA decisionto put E15 on the market. The federal appellate courtdecision is a setback for the oil-and-gas industry, whichopposes the use of E15 and a federal biofuel blendingmandate that requires refiners to blend 36 billion gallonsof biofuels into traditional transportation fuels by 2022.

NEW YEAR, NEW LAWS The new year puts new laws onthe books across the country, with state and localgovernments ringing in 2013 with a mix of new lawsranging from the innovative to the odd; one in Kansas Citysays households can't have more than four cats, while atown in Massachusetts is banning businesses from sellingplastic bottles. In Florida, drivers can once again flashtheir headlights to warn others of upcoming speed traps,which was previously outlawed. Meanwhile, driverlesscars in California got the green light to hit the publicroads, but one of Illinois’ 150 new laws prohibitsmotorcycle riders from popping wheelies -- Public Act 97-743 imposes a fine of $1,000 on anyone who pops awheelie on a motorcycle while speeding.

WoMAN FIRED oVER HUSBAND BEINg IN AMoToRCYCLE CLUB Her husband's membership in amotorcycle club has cost the job of a human resourcestechnician with the city of Kingman in northwest Arizona,according to a Phoenix lawyer who is representing thewoman in her bid for reinstatement.

The city served 11-year employee Melissa Summerson anotice of intent the day after Christmas and terminated her

employment Dec. 28, attorney David Kresin told the LasVegas Review-Journal. "She was terminated for thestated reason of her husband's membership in a familymotorcycle club - the Desert Roadriders," he said,adding that the dismissal violates her constitutional rightto freedom of association. "There's no allegation thatMs. Summerson personally did anything wrong in herjob or engaged in any conduct personally that violatedany of the city's rules, and we believe there's no causefor termination as she's been an outstanding employeewith a great record for her entire employment."

CRIMINALS MoRE PRoNE To CRASH THEIRMoToRCYCLES Motorcyclists who have criminalrecords are twice as likely to get into accidents on theroad than their law-abiding peers, a new Swedish studyhas found.

The findings come from an examination of more than5,000 motorcycle accidents carried out by KarolinskaInstitute epidemiologist Michael Fored.

He went through statistics and looked at motorcycleriders who have a license and then cross-referenced thenames with the criminal register.

"If you've been convicted of a crime before, we see atleast double the risk that you'll get into a seriousaccident," Fored told the TT news agency.

Among non-offenders, there are 4.1 accidents per 1,000license-holders annually. However, that figure jumped upto 27.7 when looking at drivers who had at least twocriminal convictions.

Fored shared his findings at the Transportforumconference in Linköping, Sweden. "Maybe we shouldeducate people who break the traffic laws," suggestsFored.

EURoPE SET To MANDATE ABS FoRMoToRCYCLES A Europe-wide proposal to mandateanti-lock braking systems (ABS) for motorcycles biggerthan 125cc manufactured from 2016 onwards wasoverwhelmingly approved by the European Parliamentby a vote of 643-16. Although the measure is stillworking its way through the EU legislative process andmust still be adopted by individual member nations ofthe European Union, it is expected to be adopted soon.

A European Union Commission presented the ABSrequirement for new framework regulation formotorcycles, and calculates that the proposal wouldreduce the number of fatal motorcycle accidents by morethan 5,000 over a 10-year period.

Although the first anti-lock braking system was installedon a motorcycle in 1988, only 16% of all newlymanufactured motorcycles in Europe were equippedwith ABS, and by comparison car manufacturers havemade ABS standard equipment since 2004 which hascontributed to an estimated 49% overall decline in fatalcar accidents in the EU. Experts regard anti-lock brakingas a huge boost to safety, pointing to a Swedish highwaystudy that showed that 38% of all motorcycle accidentsinvolve personal injury and 48% of all serious and fatalaccidents could have been prevented with ABS.

In the U.S., the National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration has considered requiring ABS on newmotorcycles sold in America, and will likely take up theissue in the near future.

AUSTRALIAN ToP CoP VoWS To BAN BIKIESFRoM PUBS Declaring that outlaw bikies “…are not thetype of people who should be running licensedpremises,” Chief Commissioner Ken Lay has vowed toban bikers from pubs and clubs across Victoria. "Thelegislation is designed to ensure that doesn't occur," hetold the Herald Sun newspaper of his plan to move“bikies” out of venue ownership, operation and security.

Earlier this year, police swooped on bikies in a series ofraids and seized 120 guns after ruling them not fitpeople to have the weapons under the Firearms Act.

Meanwhile, police are telling licensees not to allowpatched-up bikies entry, so some Melbourne strip clubs,bars and nightclubs are refusing entry based on a "dresscode standard," and some have even bannedmotorcycles from parking outside.

Inspector Paul Ross, of licensing enforcement, saidpolice "advised" licensees "it's probably better if theydon't allow outlaw motorcycle gang members inside ...wearing colors."

One operator, who is enforcing the ban, said policeasked him and others to sign an agreement that thedress code standard relating to bikies was upheld.

NCoM Biker NewsbytesCompiled & Edited by Bill Bish,

National Coalition of Motorcyclists (NCOM)

CoNgRESS gIVES TAX BREAK To ELECTRICMoToRCYCLE BUYERS Tax hikes and spending cutsdominated holiday headlines as the federal governmentteetered on the edge of the Fiscal Cliff, but the legislativepackage passed on New Year’s Day to resolve the issue,dubbed the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012,included several tax credit extensions that didn't generateas much media interest – including one for electricmotorcycles.

Oregon Senator Ron Wyden (D) sponsored theamendment extending the EV tax credit, which covers10% of the cost of a qualified electric vehicle, up to$2,500. Vehicles must be a two- or three-wheeled plug-inelectric designed “primarily for use on public streets,roads, and highways” and “capable of achieving a speedof 45 miles per hour or greater.”

Electric-powered two wheelers have been without afederal purchase incentive since the end of 2011, whenthe original tax break expired that was part of the $800billion stimulus package passed in 2009.

A coalition of EV motorcycle companies, through Plug-InAmerica, lobbied Congress to extend the tax credits,which are also retroactive and apply for electricmotorcycles or EV chargers purchased in 2012 as well.



District Updates Red Mountain

Red Mountain continues to grow in membership with 69members to date, and we are having a great time at ourmeetings. You should give us a call and join the fun!

Our next meetings for the next two months -- 10am onSaturday, March 15 and Saturday, April 20 and will beheld at Jolie’s Place, 140 W Warner Road, Chandler AZ.

February was my last meeting as the District Manager forRed Mountain District, as I have stepped down. Although Iwill remain active in MMA; my life has become too crazybusy. By the time you read this announcement, a new setof officers will be running the meetings.

Here are the members nominated for the Officerspositions and most likely will be elected. There are still afew open positions if anyone is interested; they are listedbelow. Just contact one of the officers for moreinformation.

Secretary – Carl Letzin

Treasurer – Mike “Maddog” Bennett

Membership –openCommunications – Michele Wirth-Packer

Sgt at Arms – “Icky Ricky” Minyard

Road Captain – Crazy Rick Shields

Activities – Laura Deutsch

Lobby Liaison – Carl Letzin

Quarter Masters – openDistrict Manager – Joanne Pilger-Letzin

State Board – Tom “TK” Kartler

2nd State Board (member elect) – Joanne Pilger-Letzin

Thanks to everyone for stepping up to fill the openpositions.

It’s a great time to get out there and ride. They don’t callthis the “Valley of the Sun” for nothing -- the weather isbeautiful! Bike Week starts April 5th and there will bemany events and motorcycle opportunities to enjoy allaround this great state.

Be smart, ride safe and ride free.Donna Woltman - DM

Verde Valley

I would like to start off by thanking all our members andsupporters. Our meetings have continued to grow and weare getting a lot done in the Verde Valley. It seemseverywhere I go, someone talks to me about what a greatjob MMA is doing and how much they love the Motorcyclesigns and events that we have been putting on. We hadgreat turnouts for our recent MMA events, and I hope tokeep this momentum going throughout 2013.

I’m very pleased to introduce our new Assistant DistrictManager, Nate Wagner. Nate has been a huge MMAsupporter and motorcycle rights advocate for years. Hehas already brought some great ideas to the table and isnow eager to get started on 2013 planning. I would alsolike to welcome Bobbi Hartmann to our district. The VerdeValley Members were all excited to hear she has joinedour district and loved getting the MAP update. They lookforward to other updates and working on getting MAP intoMingus High School.

’m very happy that The Bar @ Stromboli’s in Cottonwoodhas renewed as a Business Member with MMA-AZ. Welook forward to working with Steve and the crew.

The Look Twice for Motorcycle signs are very close togoing up in Jerome. The Mayor is working with ADOTand should have everything finalized in the next month.

Many thanks to our member Jeff Christian from Food City,Jeff purchased some or the Look Twice for Motorcyclesigns and plans to install them in the Food City parkinglot. Go Jeff!

I want to personally thank all of the members andvolunteers who helped out at the Frosty Ball and ChillyBoobs run. I know it was a cold start to the New Year, butwe had a good turnout and raised money for the VerdeValley Community Hospice. The Chaparral did a great jobhosting the End Run party. As always, The Mods rockedthe house -- thanks Gabriel!

Thanks Everyone!Terry ‘Stretch’ Payne, District Manager

Bill introduced to limit ethanolblend to 10 percent

Urge your senators to support today!

On Feb. 14, U.S. Sens. Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) andDavid Vitter (R-La.) introduced S. 344. The bill wouldoverturn the U.S. Environmental Protection Agencywaivers that allowed gasoline containing 15 percentethanol (E15) to be used for many passenger cars andlight trucks.

“EPA’s flawed waivers allowing E15 amount togovernment bureaucrats issuing short-sighted regulationsthat negatively impact families and businesses across thecountry,” said Wicker, a member of the Environment andPublic Works (EPW) Committee. “The concernssurrounding E15 that existed prior to the waivers haveincreased instead of diminishing.”

hether you drive a car, truck, boat, or tractor, misfuelingwith E15 could result in engine failure, increasedemissions, and the voiding of warranty coverage,” saidVitter. “It is irresponsible for EPA to allow E15 withoutsufficient testing and technical analysis. I support an all-inclusive energy strategy, but experimenting beforeunderstanding the consequences and potential cost ofusing E15 is unfair to consumers.”

The American Motorcyclist Association has repeatedlyexpressed concerns to government officials and federallawmakers about possible damage to motorcycle and all-terrain vehicle engines caused by the inadvertent use ofE15 when the new fuel becomes widely available, andhas asked that motorcycles and ATVs be part of anyscientific study into the effects of E15.

The new E15 gasoline formulation may appear at afueling station near you and you need to be careful whereyou use this new fuel blend. That is because the EPA, inOctober 2010, approved E15 for use in model year 2007and newer light duty vehicles (cars, light-duty trucks, andmedium-duty passenger vehicles). In January 2011, itadded model year 2001-2006 light duty vehicles to theapproved list.

No motorcycles or ATVs are currently on the list.

Since the approved list includes many light-duty vehiclesin use today, refineries, distributors, and fueling stationsmay choose to offer primarily E15 gasoline because ofthis action by the EPA. This should concern allmotorcyclists and off-highway enthusiasts since this mayaffect the availability of gasoline with less or no ethanol(E10 or E0).

We need your help to pass S. 344. You can send aprewritten email to your senators immediately by followingthe "Take Action" option and entering your information.The AMA encourages riders to personalize their messageby drawing on their own personal riding experiences.

Send a message to your federal lawmakers immediately,urging your senators to support S. 344 and to back anindependent study to determine whether E15 is safe formotorcycle and ATV engines.

Please join the AMA to help us fight these efforts. Moremembers means more clout against our opponents, andyour support will help the AMA fight for your rights – onthe road, trail, racetrack, and in the halls of government.To join, go to

AmericanMotorcyclist.com/membership/join.

Kat apologizes for not having our Jan/Feb report for theMMA-AZ website or the Patriot. Our last meeting in Feb2013 started with the Pledge, a moment of silence formilitary and lost brothers and sisters and the reading ofMMA's Mission Statement.

DM-Steve looked to the officers for their reports and a lotof information was shared. Steve gave an overview ofMMA Board Meeting and announced Hollywood as ourState Chairman.

ADM-Cathie let everyone know about upcoming activities,runs, and events. MMA State Beach Party on Feb 23rdwas discussed. Raffles will be submitted instead of the$50. Members were reminded about our upcoming CasaGrande event -- MMA Casa Grande 6th Annual BeachParty & Biker Rodeo on April 27th, 2013. It will be at TheTumbleweed Inn on 3815 W Frontier in Eloy AZ. What agreat morning ride down from the Phoenix Metro area.Event starts at 12 Noon, there is a $10 entry; bike &people games with awards, a raffle, 50/50 -- and Nick, ourresident DJ/announcer. The BBQ Plate Special is only $5or you can buy a meal off the menu.

Secretary-Kat discussed getting out the information aboutour proposed SB1086 Anti-Profiling bill. We will need fullparticipation from MMA members and all motorcyclistswithin the State. MDATD is Wednesday Feb 20th, 2013.For Motorcycle Day at the Dome, Kat asked members toask for a day off work, or at least the afternoon, and bethere to discuss motorcycle issues with our legislators.Kat reminded members that there was a recent re-districting of our area and please check their personalVoter Cards to verify the latest information. Kat remindedmembers there will be some informal requests tolegislators to visit the Capitol House lawn on MDATD. Thediscussion about riding to the Capitol from CG area is inthe works.

Members were reminded our MMA Meetings will be onthe FIRST Wednesday of every month at 7pm beginningon March 6th at The Silver Bullet Bar on Pinal Ave in CG.

Membership-Paul shared we have 57 members (47active) and 2 Business members. We had two renewalslast month. Members all agreed we are moving forwardwith bringing new members in and getting the expired torejoin. Discussion about the MMA membership flyer wasexplained and all were glad it will be like the older versionwith some minor changes.

Treasurer-Lauren gave her report. There was discussionabout NCOM and sending more members. DM-Stevestated that NCOM National Conference will be in RenoNV on May 9-12th 2013.

MMA CG meetings are positive, informative, interactiveand educational with regard to what has been, what is,and what will be for the future of our District. It is always agreat feeling and accomplishment to come to a meetingand feel/believe things are getting done, that people areencouraged/motivated and we are all moving forward.With the camaraderie and new visions, a sense ofawareness, understanding and a new commitment, wecome back for more. We welcome all visitors to ourmeetings and to please remember meetings are now onthe FIRST Wednesday evening of every month at 7pm --the Silver Bullet Bar in CG.

Kat Grover.Casa Grande District Secretary

Rim Country

For the first time in seven years, RCD held its AnnualGeneral Election on a full-scale magnitude due to manychanges within the District. All officers’ positions were upfor election, and there were votes from all members. OurDistrict Manager said “We will do this as often asnecessary to keep all the positions filled, and thecohesiveness of the District running within the MissionStatement of the MMA.” The result of this election is asfollows:

RCD District Manager -Ed “Hollywood” Holyoak RCD Asst. Dist. Manager - Billy HenslerRCD Secretary -Joann Carafa RCD Treasurer-Pat Sortore RCD Membership- Mark “Griz” Matthews RCD Communications-Mark “Griz” Matthews RCD Activities-Becca “Vine” Holyoak RCD Quarter Master-Ron Kimbell RCD BOD Members-Becca “Vine” Holyoak RCD BOD Members-James “Chickenbone” Mazzone RCD Sgt. at Arms-Glen “Burg” Humbarger RCD Sgt. at Arms-Ed “Big Papa” Carfara RCD Road Capt.-Wayne Slocum RCD Road Capt.-James “Chickenbone” MazzoneRCD Road Capt.-Ed “Big Papa” Carfara RCD Road Capt.-Mark “Griz” Matthews

GrizRCD Communications

Casa grande

MMA Casa Grande (CG) District saw many brothers andsisters supporting and showing up at The Silver Bullet Barfor the New Year. Your officers want to welcome all newand returning members and look forward to 2013.

NCoM News BytesCompiled and Edited By Bill Bish

NEW MOTORCYCLE SALES REV UPMotorcycle sales in the United States revved up in 2012,rising a healthy 2.6% over 2011, according to a reportreleased by the Motorcycle Industry Council. Better yet,the trade group said, retail activity was up in all fourmotorcycle "segments" -- the first time that has happenedsince 2002 -- with increases in scooter, dual-purpose, off-road and on-highway motorcycle sales.

Scooter sales rose the most, at 7.7%, with dual-purposemotorcycles following closely at 7.4%. Sales of dirt bikesrose 2.1%, while those of on-highway bikes, which makeup by far the largest segment in terms of overall numbers,went up the least, at 1.8%.

The numbers were in line with expectations, as the MICreported in December that for the first time since themarket softened in 2006 and then crashed in 2008, itanticipated reporting an increase in sales figures.

Just over 1.1 million motorcycles were sold in 2006, andfewer than half that many in 2011 with 452,386 total newunits sold in the U.S.

JAP ANESE MOTORCYCLE EXP ORTS TOU.S. FLATTEN FOLLOWING DRAMATICRISEJapanese manufacturers in 2012 exported 166,601motorcycles to the United States, an increase of 1%compared to 2011, following a dramatic 87% increase in2011 after the OEMs exported only 88,074 motorcycles tothe country in 2010.

These figures come courtesy of the searchable databaseof the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association. Theypertain to the Big Four: Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki andYamaha.

JAMA reports that exports worldwide in 2012 decreased5% to 479,163 after last year’s upturn.

USED BIKE MARKET EXP ERIENCESUP TURNUsed motorcycle sales have heated up, sparkingoptimism at dealerships where trade-ins have becomemore valuable.

As the economy has improved, even if it's been marginal,more people have decided to go ahead and buy amotorcycle. And if they can't afford a new bike, it could bea used one.

Used motorcycle prices have recovered meaningfullysince 2008, rising to a level that supports a healthydemand for new bikes as well, according to a recentsurvey from Robert W. Baird & Co.

Used Harley prices were up 7% from a year ago andremain well above the low points found in the recession,said Baird analyst Craig Kennison who analyzedmotorcycle sales data from the National AutomobileDealers Association. "If the demand for used motorcyclespicks up, it usually suggests the demand for new bikes willgo up as well," Kennison said.

Profiling Agaisnt MotorcyclistSubmitted by Eric O

Let’s talk about the prejudice and profiling againstmotorcyclists. You are probably thinking about the cardrivers looking at us, but I’m talking about prejudice andprofiling within the Motorcycle Community itself.

Examples: The Biker looking at the Sportbike Rider who is‘giving us a bad name with his stunting.’ The SportbikeRider looking at the Biker who is ‘giving us a bad namewith his loud pipes and attitude’ --and those damn “Off-Roaders” raising dust and destroying the desert!

The idea that one group is better or worse than another isnonsense. Whether you like it or not, we all face the sameproblems and each group have issues unique tothemselves.

We as a total Motorcyclist group can be so much strongerthan as separate entities. Another example: consider whatthe AMA can accomplish at a national level. Why can’t wedo this on the state level? Talk to some of themotorcyclists who don’t fit in your narrow area and find outhow much we all really have in common. Let’s reach outand try to bring this new blood into the MMA family.

My Opinion

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Pet Corner

Pet Cancer AwarenessPet Cancer Answers: What You Should Know

Information brought to you by Julie Cissne

What Is Cancer?Cancer is a broad term used to describe cells with the body that are growing & dividing in an abnormal manner & rate.Healthy cells go through a cycle in which they grow and divide as the body needs new cells. Abnormal cells grow & divideat uncontrolled rates, often forming tumors or masses. These growths can be either benign (non-cancerous) or malignant(cancerous). In some cases, the cancer cells do not form growths; they affect the blood, which circulates abnormal cellsthroughout the body.

Is My Pet At R isk?It may surprise you to know that cancer is the #1 disease-related killer of pets. Though pets of any age can develop thedisease, it is generally more common in adult & older animals. Also, certain breeds of dogs & cats have a higherincidence of some types of cancers. Talk to your veterinarian about risk factors that may affect your pet. Early detection ofpet cancer is critical for successful treatment and recovery.

Is Pet Cancer Treatable?In many cases, yes. Thanks to advances in veterinary medicine. There are more options for treating pets with cancer,helping improve their longevity & quality of life.

What Kinds of Treatments Are Available?As with human cancer, pet cancer treatments vary according to the type of cancer & how far it has progressed. Yourregular veterinarian may refer you to a veterinary cancer specialist, also known as a veterinary oncologist, who will workwith you to determine the optimal course of treatment for your pet. This may include surgery, radiation or chemotherapy.

Don’t Delay Detection and DiagnosisRegular check-ups play an important role in the early detection & diagnosis of cancer. Twice yearly wellness exams &annual blood screenings can catch problems before they become more serious, improving the odds of effectively treatingpet cancer. If there is cause for concern, your veterinarian may recommend additional X-rays, Ultrasound or otherdiagnostic tests.

How Can I P rotect My Pet From Cancer?Because little is known about the causes of pet cancer, specific preventive treatments & actions are debatable. However,if you know that your pet’s breed is predisposed to certain types of cancers, you can certainly do your part by knowing thewarning signs & taking your pet in for regular veterinary exams.

Lumps & BumpsNot all tumors or growths are cancerous. Sometimes they can be as simple as a mass or fatty tissue (also known as alipoma). To be safe, see your veterinarian if you notice any lumps on your pet’s body. Cat owners should look for lumpsthat appear at the site of a vaccination or injection, as these can signal a bigger problem. However, cancer can also affectparts of the body that you can’t see, like the blood or internal organs. That’s why it’s important to make sure your petreceives regular exams, so that problems can be detected & treated early.

Common Cancer TermsTumor: A growth made up of abnormal cells. Also known as a mass or a lump, a tumor can be either benign or malignant.Benign tumor: A non-cancerous growth that is usually confined only to the affected area. Malignant tumor: Acancerous growth that is capable of spreading to other parts of the body. Metastasis: The spread of cancer cells fromthe primary affected area to other parts of the body via the bloodstream or lymphatic system.

Pet Cancer Early Warning Signs From the American Veterinary Medical Association…1. Abnormal swellings that persist of continue to grow 2. Sores that do not heal3. Weight loss 4. Loss of appetite5. Bleeding or discharge from any body opening 6. Offensive odor7. Hesitation to exercise or loss of stamina 8. Persistent lameness or stiffness9. Persistent lameness or stiffness 10. Difficulty breathing, urinating or defecatingContact your veterinarian if your dog or cat displays any of these signs. Remember, early detection is critical in the fightagainst pet cancer!

Pet Poison HELPLINE.. 800-213-6680. Please be advised there is a per incident fee.

Bill introduced to limit ethanolblend to 10 percent

Urge your senators to support today!

On Feb. 14, U.S. Sens. Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) andDavid Vitter (R-La.) introduced S. 344. The bill wouldoverturn the U.S. Environmental Protection Agencywaivers that allowed gasoline containing 15 percentethanol (E15) to be used for many passenger cars andlight trucks.

“EPA’s flawed waivers allowing E15 amount togovernment bureaucrats issuing short-sighted regulationsthat negatively impact families and businesses across thecountry,” said Wicker, a member of the Environment andPublic Works (EPW) Committee. “The concernssurrounding E15 that existed prior to the waivers haveincreased instead of diminishing.”

hether you drive a car, truck, boat, or tractor, misfuelingwith E15 could result in engine failure, increasedemissions, and the voiding of warranty coverage,” saidVitter. “It is irresponsible for EPA to allow E15 withoutsufficient testing and technical analysis. I support an all-inclusive energy strategy, but experimenting beforeunderstanding the consequences and potential cost ofusing E15 is unfair to consumers.”

The American Motorcyclist Association has repeatedlyexpressed concerns to government officials and federallawmakers about possible damage to motorcycle and all-terrain vehicle engines caused by the inadvertent use ofE15 when the new fuel becomes widely available, andhas asked that motorcycles and ATVs be part of anyscientific study into the effects of E15.

The new E15 gasoline formulation may appear at afueling station near you and you need to be careful whereyou use this new fuel blend. That is because the EPA, inOctober 2010, approved E15 for use in model year 2007and newer light duty vehicles (cars, light-duty trucks, andmedium-duty passenger vehicles). In January 2011, itadded model year 2001-2006 light duty vehicles to theapproved list.

No motorcycles or ATVs are currently on the list.

Since the approved list includes many light-duty vehiclesin use today, refineries, distributors, and fueling stationsmay choose to offer primarily E15 gasoline because ofthis action by the EPA. This should concern allmotorcyclists and off-highway enthusiasts since this mayaffect the availability of gasoline with less or no ethanol(E10 or E0).

We need your help to pass S. 344. You can send aprewritten email to your senators immediately by followingthe "Take Action" option and entering your information.The AMA encourages riders to personalize their messageby drawing on their own personal riding experiences.

Send a message to your federal lawmakers immediately,urging your senators to support S. 344 and to back anindependent study to determine whether E15 is safe formotorcycle and ATV engines.

Please join the AMA to help us fight these efforts. Moremembers means more clout against our opponents, andyour support will help the AMA fight for your rights – onthe road, trail, racetrack, and in the halls of government.To join, go to

AmericanMotorcyclist.com/membership/join.

NCoM News BytesCompiled and Edited By Bill Bish

NEW MOTORCYCLE SALES REV UPMotorcycle sales in the United States revved up in 2012,rising a healthy 2.6% over 2011, according to a reportreleased by the Motorcycle Industry Council. Better yet,the trade group said, retail activity was up in all fourmotorcycle "segments" -- the first time that has happenedsince 2002 -- with increases in scooter, dual-purpose, off-road and on-highway motorcycle sales.

Scooter sales rose the most, at 7.7%, with dual-purposemotorcycles following closely at 7.4%. Sales of dirt bikesrose 2.1%, while those of on-highway bikes, which makeup by far the largest segment in terms of overall numbers,went up the least, at 1.8%.

The numbers were in line with expectations, as the MICreported in December that for the first time since themarket softened in 2006 and then crashed in 2008, itanticipated reporting an increase in sales figures.

Just over 1.1 million motorcycles were sold in 2006, andfewer than half that many in 2011 with 452,386 total newunits sold in the U.S.

JAP ANESE MOTORCYCLE EXP ORTS TOU.S. FLATTEN FOLLOWING DRAMATICRISEJapanese manufacturers in 2012 exported 166,601motorcycles to the United States, an increase of 1%compared to 2011, following a dramatic 87% increase in2011 after the OEMs exported only 88,074 motorcycles tothe country in 2010.

These figures come courtesy of the searchable databaseof the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association. Theypertain to the Big Four: Honda, Kawasaki, Suzuki andYamaha.

JAMA reports that exports worldwide in 2012 decreased5% to 479,163 after last year’s upturn.

USED BIKE MARKET EXP ERIENCESUP TURNUsed motorcycle sales have heated up, sparkingoptimism at dealerships where trade-ins have becomemore valuable.

As the economy has improved, even if it's been marginal,more people have decided to go ahead and buy amotorcycle. And if they can't afford a new bike, it could bea used one.

Used motorcycle prices have recovered meaningfullysince 2008, rising to a level that supports a healthydemand for new bikes as well, according to a recentsurvey from Robert W. Baird & Co.

Used Harley prices were up 7% from a year ago andremain well above the low points found in the recession,said Baird analyst Craig Kennison who analyzedmotorcycle sales data from the National AutomobileDealers Association. "If the demand for used motorcyclespicks up, it usually suggests the demand for new bikes willgo up as well," Kennison said.

Profiling Agaisnt MotorcyclistSubmitted by Eric O

Let’s talk about the prejudice and profiling againstmotorcyclists. You are probably thinking about the cardrivers looking at us, but I’m talking about prejudice andprofiling within the Motorcycle Community itself.

Examples: The Biker looking at the Sportbike Rider who is‘giving us a bad name with his stunting.’ The SportbikeRider looking at the Biker who is ‘giving us a bad namewith his loud pipes and attitude’ --and those damn “Off-Roaders” raising dust and destroying the desert!

The idea that one group is better or worse than another isnonsense. Whether you like it or not, we all face the sameproblems and each group have issues unique tothemselves.

We as a total Motorcyclist group can be so much strongerthan as separate entities. Another example: consider whatthe AMA can accomplish at a national level. Why can’t wedo this on the state level? Talk to some of themotorcyclists who don’t fit in your narrow area and find outhow much we all really have in common. Let’s reach outand try to bring this new blood into the MMA family.

My Opinion

SHOW YOURSUPPORT

AND ATTEND YOUR

DISTRICTSMEETING

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CIVIL RIGHTS VIOLATION COMPLAINT FORM Name of complainant:____________________________________________________________ Address:____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Phone:________________________________ Email:__________________________________

The Law: “Every person who, under color of any statute, ordinance, regulation, custom, or usage, of any State …subjects, or causes to be subjected, any citizen of the United States or other person … the deprivation of any rights, privileges, or immunities secured by the Constitution and laws, shall be liable to the party injured in an action at law…” 42 USC § 1983. The wearing of colors by members of motorcycle clubs is a means of identifying Club Members and symbolizes their common interests and beliefs. Prohibiting speech of this nature constitutes an attack on a particular viewpoint. Sammartano v. First Judicial District Court, in and for the County of Carson City, 303 F.3d 959, 971-72 (9th Cir. 2002). In Sammartano, the Carson City courthouse enacted a rule to prohibit admission of those with “clothing, attire or ‘colors’ which have symbols, markings or words indicating an affiliation with street gangs, biker or similar organizations,” because “such clothing or attire can be extremely disruptive and intimidating, especially when members of different groups are in the building at the same time.” 303 F.3d at 964. The Ninth Circuit reasoned that the rule singles out bikers and similar organizations for the message their clothing is presumed to convey, and held that the rule impermissibly discriminates against a particular point of view – the view of biker clubs as opposed to garden clubs and gun clubs. Id. at 971-72.

Complaint Information Provide names, address, phone number, organization, business, or any other identifying information of the PERSONS ACTING UNDER COLOR OF LAW to violate your rights. (Example: Officer Dom Foke, Small Town Police Department, badge #0666). ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Describe in detail what the person acting under color of law (the police or their agents such as business proprietors) did and said regarding your wearing colors or being present at the location wearing colors. State date, time, location, names of persons present and what they might be able to testify to. Be prepared to make a truthful, accurate statement under oath. ______________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Complete and mail to: MMA of Arizona PMB 138 P.O. Box 30280 Phoenix, Az. 85046-0280

Documentation of Discrimination

DATE: ______________ Business Phone _______________ NAME OF ESTABLISHMENT: __________________________________ BUSINESS PHONE (with area code): __________________________________ BUSINESS - FULL ADDRESS: ___________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ NAME / POSITION OF PERSON ENFORCING POLICY: ________________ ________________________________________________________ WRITTEN STATEMENT OF DISCRIMINATION (use back if needed): _____ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ YOUR NAME (please print): ______________________________________ YOUR PHONE (with area code): __________________________________ YOUR SIGNATURE: ____________________________________________ *** INCLUDE ANY PICTURES OF DISCRIMINATING SIGNS POSTED *** Mail To: Ray Fitzgerald 1634 West Pine Cone Way Prescott, Arizona 86303

TIPS

RIDE

TEAM Arizona has dutifully plotted along, for the pasttwenty-three years, towards training 100,000 riders. Wemostly train entry-level riders seeking their motorcycleendorsement, but a small (way too small!) percentage ofvigilant riders come back for one of our many skillimprovement courses. The recent report from the ArizonaGovernor’s Office of Highway Safety (AZGOHS) indicatesthe number of riders seeking training should be higher.

AZGOHS reported a 59% increase in motorcycle involvedfatalities from 2010 to 2011. No matter how you slice thefigures, that percentage increase is LARGE. I ask, openminded reader, that before you get wrapped around theaxle and start pointing your finger at “the other guy”(distracted drivers, impaired motorists, and horrible roadsurfaces) that you please consider our role in the mix asresponsible motorcyclists. The call to action is readilyrevealed upon reviewing the facts (2011 Arizona MotorVehicle Crash Statistics):

• Nearly 20% of motorcyclists involved in fatal crasheswere improperly licensed (and most likely withoutformal training)

• The rider in nearly 30% of Arizona’s motorcyclefatalities were under the influence

• 37% of single vehicle motorcycle fatalities (meaning,just the motorcycle, the rider, and the roadway) occurin curves, suggesting a training issue

• The average age of individuals involved in Arizona’smotorcycle fatalities: 46 yrs old (National Average is43)

• The age group 55-64 was involved in more than 26%of Arizona motorcycle fatailities (most of any agegroup)

What does this mean? For us, it means in addition topromoting motorcycle rider awareness to other motorists,we have to make sure our own housekeeping is in goodorder. The answers are right there in front of us and areeasy:

1. Get Properly Trained and Licensed

2. All the Gear All the Time (ATGATT)

3. Ride Unimpaired

4. Ride Within Your Limits

5. Be a Lifelong Learner; Seek Rider Training Every TwoYears

Quite simply, if you are unfamiliar with advanced bodypositioning for corners, delayed apex cornering, trailbraking, or the SEE strategy then training is in order. Ifyou have more than 2,000 miles riding in the last 12months; the Advanced Riding Techniques course at TEAMArizona is for you.

Consider the facts, consider your interests, consider yourfamily and loved ones; consider what is important to you,and then make the wise decision.



Biker VittlesFrom the Table of the Vittle King

CIVIL RIGHTS VIOLATION COMPLAINT FORM Name of complainant:____________________________________________________________ Address:____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Phone:________________________________ Email:__________________________________

The Law: “Every person who, under color of any statute, ordinance, regulation, custom, or usage, of any State …subjects, or causes to be subjected, any citizen of the United States or other person … the deprivation of any rights, privileges, or immunities secured by the Constitution and laws, shall be liable to the party injured in an action at law…” 42 USC § 1983. The wearing of colors by members of motorcycle clubs is a means of identifying Club Members and symbolizes their common interests and beliefs. Prohibiting speech of this nature constitutes an attack on a particular viewpoint. Sammartano v. First Judicial District Court, in and for the County of Carson City, 303 F.3d 959, 971-72 (9th Cir. 2002). In Sammartano, the Carson City courthouse enacted a rule to prohibit admission of those with “clothing, attire or ‘colors’ which have symbols, markings or words indicating an affiliation with street gangs, biker or similar organizations,” because “such clothing or attire can be extremely disruptive and intimidating, especially when members of different groups are in the building at the same time.” 303 F.3d at 964. The Ninth Circuit reasoned that the rule singles out bikers and similar organizations for the message their clothing is presumed to convey, and held that the rule impermissibly discriminates against a particular point of view – the view of biker clubs as opposed to garden clubs and gun clubs. Id. at 971-72.

Complaint Information Provide names, address, phone number, organization, business, or any other identifying information of the PERSONS ACTING UNDER COLOR OF LAW to violate your rights. (Example: Officer Dom Foke, Small Town Police Department, badge #0666). ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Describe in detail what the person acting under color of law (the police or their agents such as business proprietors) did and said regarding your wearing colors or being present at the location wearing colors. State date, time, location, names of persons present and what they might be able to testify to. Be prepared to make a truthful, accurate statement under oath. ______________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Complete and mail to: MMA of Arizona PMB 138 P.O. Box 30280 Phoenix, Az. 85046-0280

Documentation of Discrimination

DATE: ______________ Business Phone _______________ NAME OF ESTABLISHMENT: __________________________________ BUSINESS PHONE (with area code): __________________________________ BUSINESS - FULL ADDRESS: ___________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ NAME / POSITION OF PERSON ENFORCING POLICY: ________________ ________________________________________________________ WRITTEN STATEMENT OF DISCRIMINATION (use back if needed): _____ _______________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ YOUR NAME (please print): ______________________________________ YOUR PHONE (with area code): __________________________________ YOUR SIGNATURE: ____________________________________________ *** INCLUDE ANY PICTURES OF DISCRIMINATING SIGNS POSTED *** Mail To: Ray Fitzgerald 1634 West Pine Cone Way Prescott, Arizona 86303

Soon it will be St Paddys Day and Cornbeef and Cabbage sales will beeverywhere. There are so many things to do with the left overs. So, this issue Igive you 2 cornbeef dishes and one of my favorite muffin recipes. Received noletters to the Vittle King so this issue is just my recipes. Would love to have somenext issue for you readers! So the theme for the May/June issue will be BBQ.Send in your favorite BBQ dish or side by April 10th. e

Morning Glory Cake or Muffins (high energy and very healthy ---a quick pick me up anytime of day!)

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour• 1-1/4 cups sugar• 2 teaspoons baking soda• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon• 1/2 teaspoon salt• 1 cup grated carrot• 1 cup grated zucchini (don’t like zucchini just use 2 cups carrots instead)• 1/2 cup raisins• 1/2 cup shredded coconut• 1 medium-sized apple, peeled, cored, and grated• 3 large eggs• 1 cup vegetable oil• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Directions

In a large bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in the carrot, zucchini, raisins,coconut, and apple. In another bowl, beat the eggs, oil, and vanilla. Stir into the flour mixture until the batter is justmoistened.

Spoon the batter into greased or paper-lined muffin tins or greased 9X9 cake pan and bake in a preheated 350degree oven for 35 minutes or until springy to the touch.

Rueben Dip

Ingredients

• ¾ cup Mayonnaise (substitute cream cheese if desired but use 1 cup)• ¾ cup Thousand Island dressing• 16 oz of Sauerkraut drained and squeezed dry• 16 oz swiss cheese• 1 lb corned beef shredded (use canned, deli or left over corn beef)

Directions:

Layer in baking pan sauerkraut, then layer of corn beef, cheese and top with dressing bake 25 minutes. You canalso put all ingredients in crock-pot and cook 4 hrs on low then put on warm. Serve with rye crisps, cocktailpumpernickel or rye bread or just cut up regular rye bread into smaller pieces.

Corn Beef and Cabbage Sliders (20 servings)

Ingredients

3 lbs Corned Beef (for easier recipe, deli corned beef is fine)•½ head of Cabbage•2 russet potatoes, peeled•1 tsp butter•Salt and pepper to taste•20 mini-potato bread rolls•Dijon mustard•

Directions

1. In a large pot, cook corned beef and pickling spices for about 2 hours . (If using purchased corned beef from adeli, simply heat and skip to the next step)

2. In a separate pot, boil the entire half head of cabbage (whole) for about 10 to 15 minutes.

3. In a separate pot, boil potatoes until tender. Remove from water, mash roughly with butter, salt & pepper,leaving chunks, and set to the side.

4. Preheat oven to 350° degrees. Open mini buns, place on a tray and toast them in the oven for about 2 minuteson each side. Remove.

5. Spread a layer of mashed potatoes on each bun; top with a generous layer of corned beef, cabbage, and Dijonmustard.

Serve and enjoy!

MRF News

Motorcycle R iders Foundation2013 Lobby Season Begins

Washington DC is back at work and the Motorcycle RidersFoundation is no exception.

Two separate lobby trips have been made on behalf ofABATE and the MRF. ABATE of Wisconsin andPennsylvania have both made visits to the nation's capitolso far this year. Many others have their trips booked forthe busy winter and spring lobby season.

The main issues of concern to the MRF before Congressare, ending the motorcycle only roadside checkpoints theuse of high ethanol blended fuels that have beenapproved for use by the public but have not been testedon motorcycles. Also on the radar is stopping outsideagencies from wandering into motorcycle safety as theCenters for Disease Control (CDC) and the GovernmentAccountability Office (GAO) have recently done.

The MRF also had a solid presence at ABATE ofPennsylvania's Leadership and Legislation seminar thisyear. MRF President, Kirk "Hardtail" Willard stole theshow at the opening evening's panel discussion whichwas aired on Pennsylvania public access.

If you have not started planning your lobby trip to DC andneed help doing so please contact the MRF DC officestaff for assistance.

Save the Date: Bikers Inside the Beltway 2013

The 5th annual Michael "Boz" Kerr, Bikers Inside theBeltway, has been scheduled for May 16th. The onlynational biker lobby day, has been growing larger andmore effective each year and this year should notdisappoint. The action packed day promises to elevate theimportant issues that the MRF works on before Congressand gives you the opportunity to walk the halls ofCongress to lobby and educate your Members ofCongress. Fly out or ride out


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