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Vol. 1 No. 9 • Monthly Newsletter of Sierra Shadow Casters • Mariposa California • February 2005

New Year’s Eve Sierra Shadow Casters Style

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President’s Message ..P.2 New Year’s Party …….P.3 Biker Brunch ……......P.5 Rider of the Month .….P.8 Biker Bargains ………P.9

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The President’s Corner

Welcome to The Sierra Rider

Sierra Shadow Casters publishes The Sierra Rider for the benefit of its Membership.

As a Member, feel free to submit articles, pictures, ideas, suggestions and any comments to the Editor. All submissions must be received by the 3rd Saturday of each month. Members are now offered FREE list-ings on our “Biker Bargains” page; must be cycle related and limited to 4 items. Articles must be submitted using “MS Word” and all pictures in JPG format to: [email protected]

This is your Newsletter and only “YOU” can make it better!

CLUB OFFICERS

President: Mike Dobson 966-5612 [email protected] V. President: Joyce Dobson 966-5612 [email protected] Secretary: Lisa Bevington 742-7076 [email protected] Treasurer: Joyce Dobson Minister of Finance: Jim Platto 966-7043 Public Affairs: Paul Hall 966-3522 [email protected] Lieutenant: John Bevington 742-7076 Editor: Bill Leidenroth 966-3374 [email protected]

Well it’s time once again for me to address the membership with some words of wisdom, or maybe just words. There’s not really much to say this month, but as always, a reminder about your dues and renewing them. We have lost some members over the months, for one reason or another and I am sorry to see them go. I hope it isn’t due to the renewal charge of either $15.00 or $35.00. Just remember that this is one of the reasons this club has been able to donate nearly $7000.00 in its 16 months of operation. To all the new members we have gotten in the last months, I say welcome and I hope you stay with us for a long time. On another note, I know this is a long time from Reno’s “Street Vibrations” in September, but rooms are going fast, all motel and hotel rooms in Virginia City are already gone! The club has got a block of rooms that Bill will talk about in detail, so watch for the email he’ll be sending to all Members.

Ride Safe, Michael Dobson President of Sierra Shadow Casters

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Shadow Casters Ring In The New Year By Paul Hall

Sierra Rider’s Rollin’ Reporter

Close to thirty Shadow Casters and friends gathered at the Triangle Road Café to bring in 2005. The event was the brain-child of yours-truly and the “Hat Lady” who thought it might be fun to celebrate New Year’s Eve with good friends. The party got under way at 8:00 pm and by 9:30 pm every-one was enjoying Bar-B-Q Cornish game hens, beef and sau-sages with all the trimmings. The small restaurant was just right for our hard-core group of revelers providing a carpet dance floor and plenty of room to sit between dances. The

counter space was transformed into a well-stocked bar with beverages provided by the club. The four-member band -- supplied by the restaurant -- was terrific, playing old favorites from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. This was no Holiday Inn lounge act either! You definitely knew the band was playing and could feel the beat. At 10-seconds to midnight I counted down the end of ’04; kisses, hugs, noise-makers and Champaign glasses were abundant as the first few minutes of 2005 ticked by. By 1:36 the last of the cele-brants staggered out the door and all made it home without incident for which we are thankful. Our compliments to master chef Beth Bowlin, owner of the Triangle Road Café, whose food, hospitality and long hours of work were greatly appreciated. The band’s lead signer Robert Bowlin, Beth’s husband, did a great job along with his fellow band members, Thanks guys! And kudos to Paula and her sister Kathleen for the great decorations. Oh, and thanks to fellow motor-head Mirriam Wackerman who loaned us a canopy for the patio so we could ward off descending moisture while getting some fresh air. And a very special thanks to Mike and Joyce for providing the beverages --with club funds… A little kick back for those members who managed to show up. Speaking of which… The only bummer was that there were a couple members who didn’t make it – and you “know who you are” – my

Lorene and Lyle Kesler clown around with John Stewart between refreshments

One of the six tables scarf down delicious food and share fun stories while Bill wonders “did I feed my dog?”

The band sailed out some nice jams for 4 hours


hope is that you make it to the next event. As our ven-erable president said following another recent event (to which some club members didn’t show): “Participation of members is what will make this club even better, so it’s up to you.” Wheels down in ’05 And many happy rides!

The TRC crew: Amanda, Shelly and Beth did a great job for us!

Hmmm delicious appetizers!

The Hat Lady tends to the bar wearing a very skimpy and proactive hat!

Bottoms up

Lime chaser

A little salt


The Biker Brunch By Bill Leidenroth

The Iron Door Saloon in Groveland is the oldest saloon in California; Est. in 1852

Our first ride of the new year was nothing short of beautiful, well for some of us that is...details later. After surviving epic rains and cabin fever, 9 riders on 9 bikes showed up at the Miner’s Inn parking lot. Notably, there were no female riders for this trip. According to Mike, Joyce preferred to “Nest” on this perfect January 16th day, as did all of our other “usual suspects.” Our stag party left at 10:30 am but, when we got to Coulterville, Jim Platto stayed behind due to other com-mitments at home. As for the rest of us, we continued on up to Groveland, albeit a bumpy route. The trip to Groveland was nothing short of a perfect ride on a perfect day. Having squeezed into hard-to-find parking areas on arrival, we entered the bar through the historic Iron Doors. The place was filled with historic arti-facts and dated décor. As for the food, it was good. Some ate hamburgers and others, including “yours truly,” ate Buffalo Burgers. “What’s the difference,” you ask? About $2.00. It’s really hard to tell them apart. The service was a little slow and the prices were a tad on the high side; $8.00 for the Buffalo Chip on a bun. With our bellies full, we went out side to mount our steeds for the return trip home. The weather was clear as a bell (what ever that means) and the temps were beginning to warm up. As a result, many of us dressed down for the occasion; taking off scarves, heavy gloves and face masks. Mike decided to take a “smoother” route back to Coulterville, which was much appreciated. About 7 to 8 miles before coming to Coulterville is where our perfect trip took a slight turn for the worse. It seems that fog had blown into the area, dramatically reducing temperatures and visibility. We pulled over in Coulterville to “brew up,” thaw out and rethink our return trip home. And here is where our story gets interesting.


It seems some of our crew were concerned about the thick fog on the way home. I should mention, on several occasions, we could feel our rear tires skid on the sandy roads. During the clear ride up, we could see the sand, but in the fog, the sand was almost in-visible and posed a real potential hazard. Many thought the valley fog was on the rise and if we took the “low road” back, we would be under it for most of the way. I, on the other hand, had paid atten-tion to the fog on the way up (visible on our left) and realized the fog was too thick to rise in such a short period of time. What we were getting in Coulterville was merely an isolated fog bank that managed to make it over the mountain. Being the first to leave, I told them I’d probably make clear and warmer weather before hitting the Bagby bridge and took the “high road.” John Stewart and Al Montoya soon followed and also took the “high road.” Little did we know, the fog was gone in less than a

1/4 mile out of Coulterville on Hwy. 49. The “high road” back was as clear and as warm as the ride up, with just a little fog around the Bon Ton area. As for the rest...they took the “low road!” Rather than try to describe their torturous trek with a second hand ac-count, I’ll just reprint Gerd Stoecker’s first hand email: Hi Bill, I think I should have ridden back with you to Mariposa. Man was it foggy going back through Hornitos. Our fearless leader Mike was just zipping along in the fog. I constantly had to wipe my visor and still could not see much. I was the fourth bike in the group and could not see Mike. And than it came to me. That's why we call our club "Shadow Riders". It was a great ride and I made it home safe. Take care. Gerd If there is a moral to this trivial tale, it’s that “ALL ROADS LEAD TO A GREAT RIDE!” See you on our the next run!

Our gang awaiting hamburgers and buffalo burgers

Up-Coming Events

As you can see, our listings are almost “slim to none” during the winter months ahead. If you pick up a flyer or hear of anything, please let us know. Email: [email protected] or call (209) 966-3374 so we can add it to our listings.

May 21st, Saturday, Parade: Coulterville 20th Anniversary Coyote Howl. Our club has been in-vited to participate in this year’s parade. Details and further information will be posted closer to the event date.


Patronize our Club Sponsors. We thank you for your support! 9/04-8/05

George Thomas Owner 4086-B Ben Hur Rd. (209) 966-5409 Mariposa, Ca. 95338

Custom Paint

Insurance Work

Welcome

Precision Frame Work

Color Matching

MARIPOSA AUTO BODY

James T. Platto M.P.H., D.C. INDUSTRIAL DISABILITY EXAMINER

Qualified Medical Examiner GENERAL CHIROPRACTIC

HEALTH SERVICES

49er Shopping Center P.O. Box 2250 Telephone: (209) 966-5652 5170 Highway 49 North Fax: (209) 966-2932 Mariposa, Ca. 95338

Dobson & Dobson CUSTOM HOME ENHANCEMENTS

BRICK, TILE & STONE

CA. LIC. # 584388

(209) 966-5612 4984 MT. BULLION CUTOFF MICHAEL & JOYCE MARIPOSA, CA. 95338

580 CASE 4X4

SEPTIC SYSTEMS UNDERGROUND UTILITIES FOUNDATIONS ALL BACKHOE WORK

• • • •

10-12 YD. DUMP TRUCK

MATERIAL HAULING

966-2725 5129 TIP TOP RD. MARIPOSA, CA

INSURED • GEN.ENG.LIC. NO A-719195

BOB TODD OWNER/OPERATOR

YOSEMITE Medical Supply AND GET WELL STORE

Home health care… From people who really do care

Paula Henry, Owner Hidee Gregory, Manager Sherry McIntosh, Billing

Mariposa Branch 5034 Coakley Cir. Dr. P.O. Box 1913 Mariposa, Ca. 95338 209.742.6224 (office) 209.966.7848

Email: [email protected]

SAVOURY’S

RESTAURANT & CATERING

MIRRIAM WACKERMAN OWNER

209.966.7677 5027 Hwy. 140 Closed Sun. & Mon. MARIPOSA, CA 95338

REX FOUCH CONSTRUCTION

CA. Lic. # 347414

209-966-3391

Oakhurst Branch 40044 Hwy. 49, Suite B

P.O. Box 1407 Oakhurst, Ca. 93644 559.683.5741 (office)

559.683.5990 (fax)

209-742-7004 Fax 209-742-7014 P.O. Box 1938 Mariposa, California 95338 Lic. No. 792682

J. David Wise

Natural Environments, Inc. … a design and construction company

Street Address: 5052 Hwy. 140 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 733 Mariposa, CA. 95338 (800) 341-8000 (209) 966-3607 FAX: (209) 742-7038

Gateway to Yosemite In Downtown Mariposa


Rider of the Month

Featured Rider: Al Montoya I’m the one with the bright yellow Victory. If some car turns in front of me, they’ll sure have a hard time saying

they didn’t see me! I started riding as a kid of ten with the first ride being a Honda Mini-trail 50. Growing up in Orange County California made it second nature to get involved with motorcycles. Saddleback Park was the moto-cross park fea-tured in the movie “On Any Sunday” and was 20 minutes away. Kinda’ led to a lot of ditch days in high school as the track was always redone on Wednesdays for the weekend races. 250 C.C. Yamaha and CZ’s led to a lot of lost skin and a broken ankle so I eventually got into Trials riding with a Bultaco Sherpa T that’s still awaiting its’ resurrection in the garage. The gas shortages of the 70’s encouraged me to take up road riding.

I am married to Sarah (who is also in the club), and we have three kids; Mike, Melissa and Melinda. Serial Yamahas, and a Suzuki highlight the 80’s and 90’s. Throwing in a few long rides convinced me it was time for a big cruiser, thus, the “Vic”.

We’ve really enjoyed some of the riding that is available in the area. The Sonora and Tioga passes in the summer or fall can’t be beat for sightseeing. Short two hour rides north or south offer vistas right out of Sunset Maga-zine.

The Club membership serves to remind one that, every once in a while, you need to commit yourself to take a day off of the work rut and go out to have some fun! It’s also satisfying to belong to a group of people who have had such a positive impact through fund raising for so many good local causes.

The Sierra Rider (209) 966-5612

Good Saddle Bags: Call Roy 966-7450 95-98’ Honda 750 Magna parts. Fixing up daughters wreck, call George 966-5409

The “Biker Brunch”: Sunday Breakfast rides. Call Bill 966-3374 and let us know where you would like to go next. Breakfast will be served on the 2nd and last Sunday of each month. An email, with full details, will be sent several times a month. Yosemite Tour Rides: Call Paul Hall, 966-3522, for details. A very informative history-run through the Park.

M. C. Trailers for Rent Single and double. Call Lyle: cell (209) 613-9292 home 742-5975.

ATTENTION MEMBERS

Be sure to put Sierra Shadow Casters in the “Subject” line of your emailed submissions! Sorry, no photos. Due to our limited space, please let me know when your item(s) have sold.

For Submissions, Corrections and/or Deletions, Contact Bill at:

(209) 966-3374

[email protected]

Thank You!

BIKER BARGAINS

Stock Exhaust 96’ Honda Shadow VLX $50.00. Stock Exhaust 2001, 1100 V Star $75.00. A pair of Marker, blinker bullet lights $12.00. Mike 966-5612 2 Hard Tail Pan Heads w/sidecars. 1950 mostly original $25,000, 1961FLH Rat, $15,000 low miles on both. Will trade Rat Bike for late model 4x4 Rover. Call Ed 966-7023 Honda 70 Passport, $250.00 or trade. Call Lloyd 742-7146

Helmet, Kiwi K21, Large $5.00, Call Jim 966-7048 72’ Honda 750, motor locked up, $100.00 OBO. Great for parts. Call James 376-2457 Helmet, chrome, large, $45.00 call Dan 966-3292 Mirror Set, Victory Vegas, $20.00 in excellent shape, call Jeff 769-3719 2000’ Road King Parts, too many to list. Also parts for other Harleys call George for info 966-5409 1996 Harley Davidson FXD, Dyna Super Glide Excellent condition, Many extras, $12,000 Don, (559) 877-2456

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