Cyclerides.com Weekly Update
9/27/17

Greetings Riders,

If you missed the newsletter last week entitled "Lemon to Lemonade", Click Here to Read. This is a story that turned misfortune into a great day and will give you what I call the Figure 8 ride that takes you through Bagdad. I also included 94 photos from the day.  Click Here for Photos.

Well, if you have had a pulse for the last few days, you have probably heard of the controversy about the NFL and the protests that are taking place during the National Anthem. I am not going to get into the politics for the NFL players doing this. That is their agenda and they can deal with it the way they want as part of the first amendment. Where I personally have the problem is the platform that they have chosen to make this protest, and that is during the singing of the National Anthem. Some things should just remain outside of politics.

If they are that passionate about the cause, I would think that taking an entire NFL team to the places that the problems are, to see what they could personally to help change things, would garner a lot more success to actually make a difference. Something like that would be way more respectable, would not drive a wedge between people by disrespecting the flag, and would help start a dialog from all sides. It is a good idea, but don't hold your breathe, I seriously doubt that we will see that any time soon.

As most of you know, there has been a big push by certain factions of our country for political correctness with the intent to change the cultures of this country that we have had for years. It seems that when most of us don't agree with these changes we just shake our heads and don't take the effort to do anything about it. I am guilty of that myself. We have been so conditioned to believe that if we don't agree with whatever these protests are, that we are out of touch or racist, then we chalk it up to changing times and move aside.

But for me, when it comes to people trying to marginalize the importance of the National Anthem with their own cause, by not taking 3 minutes to stand to honor our country, and more importantly for those that have died for it, I have to personally do what I can to tap the brakes on that unacceptable movement. It isn't the majority, but the vocal few that are driving these changes. If we don't watch it, the National Anthem is going to end up being pushed aside with prayer in schools. With that in mind, I am going to do what I can from the small podium that I have to make a difference.

On Friday, November 10th at the Cyclerides.com Bike Night at Westgate Entertainment District, we are going to dedicate this night to celebrate Veterans Day by Honoring our Veterans that so deserve everything that we can do to say THANK YOU! We will have the band CTS playing that night. Jeff Senour is a great patriot and will perform an excellent show to celebrate our Veterans and those that are serving our Country today. And yes, we will be singing the National Anthem as well as another special song to honor those in combat! The place will be full of flags, patriotism and people who love our military and the U.S.A. Please put this date on your calendar and bring all of the Veterans that you can with you to enjoy their night at the Cyclerides.com Bike Night. Stay tuned for more details.

I would like to display some flag painted motorcycles and cars. If you have something like that, would you please email me at info@cyclerides.com to arrange getting them to show.

God Bless America!

Ride Safe,
Barry

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Tidbits:

**This week at the Cyclerides.com Bike Night at Westgate the Bikers for Boobies ride will be bringing out the their raffle bike that was built by Paul Yaffe, Lane Splitters Garage and others. You will have a chance to see this one of a kind Road King Sport Bagger in person AND buy a raffle ticket for it that will be drawn at the ride on October 21st. You can also pre-register register for the ride. They will be there from 5-9PM. Enjoy Live Music by "Mojo Rats" from 6-9PM. Stop by to see the bike and get your raffle ticket! See Photos from last Friday night. Click Here.

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Cyclerides.com Bike Night

Started Friday, September 8th
Cyclerides.com Bike Night at Westgate Entertainment District.
Cyclerides.com Bike Night at Westgate Entertainment District will begin our 9th Fall Season with 11 nights total on Friday, September 8th from 5pm - 9pm. Yes, you read that correct, Friday night. Due to interest in Friday nights last time and some conflict with events at the arena, we have decided to do the first 7 Cyclerides.com Bike Nights at Westgate on Friday nights. For those of you putting this in your calendars to keep track, those dates will be Friday nights from September 8th - October 20th.

Here is where it gets a little tricky. Our first idea was to do the last 4 nights on Thursday nights and that is how we were going to proceed. Then Westgate got notified of an event happening at the arena on Thursday, Nov. 9th. So we are switching that one night to Friday, November 10th when we will have a big Veteran's Day celebration at bike night. So the last 4 nights will be on Thursdays, October 26th, November 2nd and November 16th for the last night. November 10th will be on a Friday. It was unfortunate that we couldn't keep all 4 Thursdays in a row, but with all the conflicts either way, this was the best way to do it. 

This is a great excuse for all to get out on the motorcycle and enjoy some cooler weather especially for evening riding. There was a lot of good feedback on Friday nights last time as a lot of people used it for a date night on the motorcycle and were able to stay out a little longer as for some it isn't a work night. 

Live Music:
Friday, September 29th: "Mojo Rats"
Friday, October 6th: "The Visitors"
Friday, October 13th: "Supernatural"
Friday, October 20th: "Strangeland"

Thanks once again to our presenting sponsors: Arrowhead Harley-Davidson, Ridenow Powersports and Indian Motorcycle Peoria, and Indian Motorcycle Chandler.
And also to our Associate Sponsor: Law Tigers Motorcycle Lawyers. 

For more information, go to the Cyclerides.com Bike Night Page. Here you will find the bands that will be playing each week and photos posted throughout the season. I look forward to seeing you all again for bike night this fall. Westgate Entertainment District is located at the SE corner of Loop 101 and Glendale Ave. in Glendale, AZ.


This Week

Saturday, September 30th
Shake, Rattle and Roll for Parkinsons. Shake Rattle and Roll for Parkinson's Disease starting at Harley-Davidson of Scottsdale - 15656 N Hayden Rd. Scottsdale, AZ. Meeting at 9:00 AM. Riders will be treated to Breakfast, Lunch, Live Music, Gift Bag, Ride Pin, Raffles, Silent Auction and more. Single $25 - Couple $45. See flyer for more details.

Saturday-Sunday,
September 30th - October 1st
Buddy Stubbs Harley-Davidson Demo Rides. Ready to Demo ride the 2018 Harley-Davidson lineup? Don’t wait any longer, Buddy Stubbs Arizona Harley-Davidson will have the Harley Factory Demo Truck on site and packed with nothing but 2018 motorcycles! Bring your gear and see what the all new Softail lineup is all about! With more power and less weight you can’t go wrong. Head on over to Buddy Stubbs Harley-Davidson on Saturday September 30th – Sunday October 1st and twist the throttle on the 2018 lineup! For more information call (602) 971-3400.  Buddy Stubbs Harley-Davidson is located at 13850 N. Cave Creek Road, Phoenix AZ 85022. Or online at www.buddystubbshd.com. Be sure to also follow them on both Facebook and Instagram for the latest in everything Harley-Davidson.
Next Week

Saturday & Sunday
October 7-8
Arrowhead Harley-Davidson 2018 Demo Ride Event. Test ride the all new 2018 models! The 2018 Harley-Davidson models were met with great enthusiasm and critical acclaim this year. Come see what everyone in the industry is talking about with all of the new HD models. The Harley-Davidson Demo Truck will be onsite offering free test rides to the public. Special Financing On Site. Free Lunch.  Help us make room for the 2018 models! Come check out our amazing selection of new & pre-owned motorcycles.Arrowhead Harley-Davidson is located at 16130 N. Arrowhead Fountain Center Dr. in Peoria, AZ. 623-247-5542.


Extras
 
Mid Week Updates will be made on the Cyclerides.com Facebook. New Easy to remember Facebook address. Go to www.facebook.com/cycleridescom. Over 6500 LIKES! Take a look at all the new photos posted on the wall. If you are not on Facebook, you can still view the  page, but you will not be able to post. There will be a link there for you to sign up for Facebook if you are inclined. Click the LIKE button!

This will keep you entertained. Some unbelievable towing fails. Click Here to view.

Video of the Week
Hilarious commentary by an Aussie for these "worst of" clips from the running of the bulls. Click Here. Click on the Video of the Week graphic to view.
 
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Until Next Week,
Blessings and Safe Riding To All,

Barry Caraway
"The Road Is Yours - Take The Ride"
www.cyclerides.com
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