WELCOME BACK for another week of news, jokes, pictures and reports. This week I have some good news and I have some bad news.
The good news is, we are in the home stretch with all the renovations that?s been going on in a few of the rooms here at the Headquarters. Carpet was installed the other day. Next week a guy will come in and do the finish trim and that wraps up six-months of waiting to permanently move in the bedrooms and my office.
The bad news is, the news will be short and we?ll be outta touch for a few days. I?m gonna do the phone wiring myself so pray for success, or we may be down a little longer. Hey, I know what I?m doing?
Here?s the news–
Congressmen Social Security– We probably all have seen this one, but not a bad idea to keep it fresh!
IT DOESN’T MATTER IF YOU ARE REPUBLICAN OR DEMOCRAT!KEEP IT GOING!!!!
2008 Election Issue!!
GET A BILL STARTED TO PLACE ALL POLITICIANS! ON SOC. SEC.This must be an issue in “2008 “. Please! Keep it going.
SOCIAL SECURITY:Perhaps we are asking the wrong questions during election years.Our Senators and Congresswomen do not pay into Social Security and, of course, they do not collect from it.
You see, Social Security benefits were not suitable for persons of their rare elevation in society. They felt they should have a special plan for themselves. So, many years ago they voted in their own benefit plan .
In more recent years, no congressperson has felt the need to change it. After all, it is a great plan.
For all practical purposes their plan works like this:When they retire, they continue to draw the same pay until they die.Except it may increase from time to time for cost of living adjustments..
This is calculated on an average life span for each of those two Dignitaries For example, Senator Byrd and Congressman White and their wives may expect to draw $7,800,000.00 (that’s Seven Million, Eight-Hundred Thousand Dollars), with their wives drawing $275,000.00 during the last years of their lives.
Younger Dignitaries who retire at an early age, will receive much more during the rest of their lives.Their cost for this excellent plan is $0.00. NADA….ZILCH…This little perk they voted for themselves is free to them. You and I pick up the tab for this plan. The funds for this fine retirement plan come directly from the General Funds;”OUR TAX DOLLARS AT WORK”!
From our own Social Security Plan, which you and I pay (or have paid) into,-every payday until we retire (which amount is matched by our employer)-we can expect to get an average of $1,000 per month after retirement.
Or, in other words, we would have to collect our average of $1,000 monthly benefits for 68 years and one (1) month to equal Senator Bill Bradley’s benefits!
Social Security could be very good if only one small change were made.
That change would be to:Jerk the Golden Fleece Retirement Plan from under the Senators and Congressmen. Put them into the Social Security plan with the rest of us .then sit back…..and watch how fast they would fix it.
Skooter
BIG DADDY CHOPPERS ? NEW MAGNUM RISERS!–Something new from Big Daddy Choppers ? Magnum Risers! These handsome risers add style and theme to any project and are made from 100% T-6061 billet aluminum. Each set of Magnum risers provide 6.4? of rise and 4? of pullback and are threaded for coarse thread riser bolts. Big Daddy Magnum risers are made for 1? bars and you can order polished or chrome with white powdercoated grips, or completely black anodized. Unfinished grips are also available.
Check out www.bigdaddychoppers.com or call the shop at 731.635.2333 for more information.
WHO IS THAT HANDSOME MAN?–I keep trying to get some of that O2 out of Bruce but he isn’t giving it up!Randy ( on left )and Bruce Dec. 04
Katmandu
WHEEL BE TOGETHER–
By Frank Carini
When the weather is nice, they can be found most Tuesday nights tearing up the pavement between Cape Ann and the New Hampshire border. Husbands and boyfriends are left in the dust, or at least home with the kids or in front of the TV, as this group of “biker chicks” cruises the North Shore.
Dressed in leather, or at least wearing some, with the wind whipping in their faces and a hog between their legs, these moms, dog groomers, bakers and message therapists are looking for … a good restaurant or some ice cream. What? You were expecting trouble?
Maybe, if they were riding with their aforementioned husbands and boyfriends. Well, that’s not entirely possible, since they would be going too fast to find any.
“Guys ride faster,” says Gloucester resident Robyn McNair. “We ride to the least-experienced rider’s ability. We don’t poke around like snails but we do like to check out the scenery.”
But don’t get McNair wrong. These women can drive 55. “We’re not stopping to put lipstick on,” she notes. “More like picking bugs off our teeth.” “We love to get out there and ride,” says Ruth Sullivan, a job counselor from Gloucester. “It’s a wonderful way to unwind after work and watch the sun set.”
The Iron Mermaids have been riding together since the summer of 2001. But don’t let the name fool you. They aren’t looking to become the female version of the Hells Angels.
“We’re just real people who enjoy each other’s friendship,” says McNair, who works as a dog groomer. “We just like to ride.”
The name came about when some of the original members of the group – there were about 14 – started kicking around some ideas. Iron Mermaids was the pick. Mermaids, because they all live near the ocean (it is a North Shore club, after all), but the word “iron” has nothing to do with the heavy metal or that heavy metal rock group with a similar name.
“Our name gets confused with Iron Maiden all the time,” says group – the bikers, not the band – co-founder and Gloucester resident Dianne Foster, who seems mildly annoyed by this frequent mix up. But in the Mermaids’ case, “iron” refers to their strength and their WILL (Wisdom Intelligence Laughter Love, according to Foster). And both were put to the test more than three years ago.
Today, there are about 10 Iron Mermaids, and they still get their motors runnin’ and head out on the highway lookin’ for adventure, or at least a beautiful sunset. They still cruise into Newburyport and Salisbury for dinner. They still stop for ice cream. But things are different now. There’s a notable void in their collection of Harley-Davidsons and Hondas. The heavy metal thunder their motorcycles make sounds different now.
“We’re a tight group and Connie’s absence is always noticed,” says Sullivan. “We still love to ride and we do it with her in mind.”
Rogue
www.bikerrogue.com
NEW ROOKE RISERS–Are you building a one of a kind custom bike out of your own garage? Looking for distinctive parts to finish off the job? Jesse Rooke Customs is the answer to your needs. You see him all over the Custom motorcycle community and in the newest hippest shows on television. His creative vision has the Industry on the edge of its seat and customers begging for more. Now you can be a part of the buzz.
Visit www.rookecustoms.com and check out the Rooke Risers, they are shaped like his namesake, come polished or chromed, and in 4 different sizes. They are available for online purchase and will be shipped out that week. Rooke, It?s how we?re livin?.
MYSTERY BIKE–Hey here’s on for ya . Found it on another site in readers rides . Mystery bike ?
Art Parry
GOTTA LOVE THE MARINES–Marine Corp’s General Reinwald was interviewed on the radio the other day and you have to read his reply to the lady who interviewed him concerning guns and children. Regardless of how you feel about gun laws you gotta love this!!!!
This is one of the best comeback lines of all time. It is a portion of National Public Radio (NPR) interview between a female broadcaster and US Marine Corps General Reinwald who was about to sponsor a Boy Scout Troop visiting his military installation.
FEMALE INTERVIEWER: So, General Reinwald, what things are you going to teach these young boys when they visit your base?
GENERAL REINWALD: We’re going to teach them climbing, canoeing, archery, and shooting.
FEMALE INTERVIEWER: Shooting! That’s a bit irresponsible, isn’t it?
GENERAL REINWALD: I don’t see why, they’ll be properly supervised on the rifle range.
FEMALE INTERVIEWER: Don’t you admit that this is a terribly dangerous activity to be teaching children?
GENERAL REINWALD: I don’t see how. We will be teaching them proper rifle discipline before they even touch a firearm.
FEMALE INTERVIEWER: But you’re equipping them to become violent killers.
GENERAL REINWALD: Well, Ma’am, you’re equipped to be a prostitute, but you’re not one, are you?
The radio went silent and the interview ended.
You gotta love the Marines!
Chris T.
Chris T. and Joerline. Chris is the one who sends the Blond jokes. But it’s not his fault, Joerline makes him do it.
Blond Again– A girl came skipping home from school one day. “Mommy, Mommy,” she yelled, “we were counting today, and all the other kids could only count to four, but I counted to 10. See? 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10!”
“Very good,” said her mother.
“Is it because I’m blonde?” the girl said.
“Yes, it’s because you’re blonde,” said the mommy.
The next day the girl came skipping home from school. “Mommy, Mommy,” she yelled, “we were saying the alphabet today, and all the other kids could only say it to D, but I said it to G. See? A, B, C, D, E, F, G!”
“Very good,” said her mother.
“Is it because I’m blonde, Mommy?”
“Yes, it’s because you’re blonde.
“The next day the girl came skipping home from school. “Mommy, Mommy,” she yelled, “we were in gym class today, and when we showered, all the other girls had flat chests, but I have these!” lifting her tank top to reveal a wonderful pair of C-cuppers.
“Errm, very good, dear,” said her embarrassed mother.
“Is it because I’m blonde, mommy?”
“No Honey, it’s because you’re 24. Chris T.
Court hears arguments in Bike Week anti-nudity case–
By JAY STAPLETON
Staff writer
DAYTONA BEACH ? An attorney for the activist arrested for showing her breasts during a Bike Week demonstration against the city’s public nudity law told a judge Thursday she was exercising her constitutional rights — and will do it again.Elizabeth Book, 42, was charged with the second-degree misdemeanor after she alone pulled up her tube top on the Main Street Bridge on March 7 during an organized demonstration that garnered international media attention.
“What a sad day indeed if the city’s desire to prevent someone from seeing another’s breasts trumps the First Amendment,” said Book’s attorney, Larry Walters.But city commissioner Darlene Yordon sees Book’s court battle as just another in a long line of challenges from opponents of the city’s public nudity laws.
“They’re trying another angle to nullify the ordinance,” Yordon said.Police officials estimate protecting Book during her protest — by blocking the street and having extra officers on hand — cost the city between $7,000 and $8,000.”I want a check for that,” Yordon said.
Book and her defense attorney appeared Thursday before County Judge David Beck to argue a motion for dismissal.Book, an Ormond Beach mother of two, said the ordinance — which allows men to go bare-chested but makes it illegal for women to do so — is unfair. She said her demonstration was meant to help women who were victimized by anti-nudity laws when they flashed their bare breasts during special events.Her attorney called the demonstration “exactly the type of activism that should be encouraged in a free society.”
Walters said the ordinance is unconstitutional and cited a portion that says nudity can’t be prohibited if it is “part of a bona fide live communication, demonstration, or performance.”Walters said the wording puts the city “in a box.”
Assistant city attorney Greg McDole disagreed.”She pulls off her shirt and she thinks that’s OK,” he said. “That’s not OK.”The judge said he won’t make a ruling pending a federal court decision on the constitutionality of the city’s ordinance. A lawsuit filed by Molly Brown’s II and Lollipops Gentlemen’s Club on Grandview Avenue is currently before U.S. District Judge John Antoon. The suit targets the city’s ban on public nudity and prohibition against nudity in places that sell alcohol.
After the hearing, Book said she plans “a much bigger, much better” demonstration during next years’ Bike Week.Her strategy is to protest March 5 on the west side of the Main Street Bridge.
“High noon,” she said. “I’ll be on the back of a flatbed truck.”
Rogue
www.bikerrogue.com
Crime Scene Choppers Introduces Springer Components for Builders–Crime Scene Choppers announces the availability pre-made component parts to complement their Fat Cat? springer plans.
Available immediately are CNC water jet cut parts for building the Fat Cat springer. The upper and lower trees are 1? thick mild steel, the spring support bar and front fork connecting link are 5/8? steel and the rockers are ?? steel. The parts are delivered as-cut, and require minimal cleanup. The parts are available individually, or as a complete kit at a discount.
Fat Cat Parts AvailabilityThe Fat Cat Springer Plans and parts kits available through http://www.CrimeSceneChoppers.com immediately. CNC machined component parts are in the works and will be available shortly.
New products are being introduced every month, so check the website for the latest news.
ROOKE SPRINGER FRONT END–In a relatively short time, Jesse Rooke?s distinctive style has captured people?s attention and allowed his name to be placed right along side the top custom motorcycle builders in the country. Jesse?s bikes seem to morph old school and new in a seamless weave of originality and ingenuity. Headlining the old school look is the Rooke Springer.
This hand-built front end will enhance the overall appearance of your build and give your bike the tricked out look you are craving. Rooke Springer front ends are billet aluminum with Chromoly legs, ride height adjustable and feature hidden fasteners. It has smooth trees (bars mount under glide wheel) and includes all hardware, bar mounts, stem tool and of course the signature Rooke. Springers come raw but can be polished or anodized.
Make your move and visit www.rookecustoms.com today!
BIKERNET CARIBBEAN REPORT ? SORTA–Sorry about the news, on my way to Las Vegas and the Winter Rally. I wish I had more time, who knows, I might do the news in Your Shot this time. Thanks to Ivan??? Calling me crazy, at least he likes what I write, not like those bitches that keep whining.
If you are planning on showing up in Vegas, come look us up. There?s always fun shit to do, and like always the more the merrier. Man, the perfect place, big boobs, blondes, strippers, Sin City, baby. If it was close to the beach and had killer waves, plus nude beaches, it would be the super ultimate spot on earth (kind of what boring Disney claims).
Got the new Street Chopper, seems like my nusted buckles piece had some effect on people, cool, I guess that is the whole purpose. I want that cover, how about 3 or four bikes, chicks and surfboards…….
Like I said, time is limited, gotta finish packing and shit. It’s going to be cold, so no bunnies in the Hard Rock pool, so there you go. Good looking (and I mean HOT) lusty, nympho females, who would love have an unmeaning full relationship, now you know how to find me. If you are a transvestite or crack ho type, my name is Hank Young, look for my room.
Does anyone here think there’s a chance I can retire to Rincon and become a freelance writer? That would be cool….
See you guys later on…
Watch Your Shot !
Jose
KICK-IT CONNECTICUT RIDE DATE SET FOR BIKERS BEATING CANCER– The 3rd annual Kick-It, Bikers Beating Cancer motorcycle ride will be held on Sunday, September 25, 2005. The ride will start at 11 am from Marcus Dairy in Danbury, CT, and winds roughly 80 miles through southeast Connecticut ending up at Indian Well State Park in Shelton.
There will be live music and food at the after ride party in Indian Well State Park. Last year nearly 1500 people and 800 motorcycles participated in the police escorted ride, and that number could double this year.
This is an all-brands motorcycle event with all riders welcome. The 2005 Grand Marshall will be Buzz Kanter, Connecticut based Publisher of American Iron Magazine and RoadBike.
For more information on signing up for the ride, or to volunteer, please contact Diane Sheridan at the American Cancer Society at 203/563-1511 or email her at diane.sheridan@cancer.org.
OFF AND RUNNING- That will be me now that the news is done. This weekend is the Indy Dealer show and Bandit will be heading that way.
I hope you have a great weekend, and I?ll be back here same time next week.
Layla
