Well folks, another summer has come & gone. We’re looking ahead into the fall months now with still many
great rides & events coming up for you all to get out there to enjoy. Spring & summer months are not the only good
time to hold events. The fall & winter months provide just as much great riding weather, a little cooler maybe, as the
typical “riding months” do. We’ve had fairly mild temps even into December these past few years so don’t rule
it out just because the calendar says it’s suppose to be cold…hey, that’s what chaps & gloves are for right?
There’s some fantastic events this month that have been advertising with us that you won’t want to miss
– Sept 1st through the 6th is the 10th Annual Outer Banks Bike Show at Barry’s Walnut Island, Sept 18th
is Valley Thunder XVIII out at Shenandoah HD, Sept 25th is the March of Dimes Ride the Raceway for the
Babies at the Richmond International Raceway. See our calendar events for all the details on these & other events
happening around the state…they are all great reasons to ride (even though you really don’t need one!).
Don’t forget that next month, October, is Biker Appreciation Month….BAM for short. We encourage all
of our Biker Friendly places to do a little something (or a lot) for bikers during the month to show their appreciation
for everything that they do throughout the year to help other people. It’s unbelievable how much money bikers
raise each year for charities….millions! You all deserve a huge THANK YOU for your big hearts & open wallets,
always ready to step up to the plate & help anyone who needs it. Four years ago we chose the month of October
to honor those who ride by dedicating the entire issue to our motorcycle communities. Each year we design a new
collage of pictures from rides & events from the past 12 months & the businesses who support their efforts, help
us to sponsor the cover & inside dedications. Be sure to pick up a copy when they hit the stands Oct 1st . We love
our motorcycle people!!! Enjoy your month & stay safe on all your roads wherever you are going to & from. We’re glad to have
you along with us to keep the “THUNDER” rolling ;) … thanks for your support.
We wish you Peace in

your homes, Love in your hearts & much Happiness in all your days.

Til we meet again……

~ Kelly ~