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SKY MARSHALS DISARMED OF NAIL CLIPPERS–The pilot who was the source of Chris Ruddy’s “Pilot’s Tale of March 29” was asked by Ruddy if he has noted any significant increase in sky marshals, who are eventually to be on every U.S. flight.
The pilot said he knows of only two flights since 9-11 that have included sky marshals. He said in both cases the plane had more than one marshal.
On one flight, a marshal told him an incredible story. The marshal said he cleared the X-ray area with some trouble.
Screeners had no problem with his firearm because he had proper credentials to carry as a sky marshal. But when screeners discovered his nail clipper in his carry-on baggage they made a stink.
Because “nail clippers” are an item prohibited on planes, the screeners insisted they had to be confiscated. The sky marshal had to part with his nail clippers as he went merrily to the gate carrying a loaded gun.
Didn’t Dickens once remark that the law can be an “ass”?
–from Rogue
BIKERNET EVENTS–The shot above is from Rigid Frame Richard’s coverage of a Dallas, Texas rally. Over the next couple of weeks we’ll post more on the LA Calendar Show, the Run For Breath, Hollister, a rally from Tennessee and a couple of runs from Earl in Oklahoma. Boy, you can sure tell it’s ridin’ season around here. Ride Safe, goddamnit!–Bandit
BLONDE JOKE– A blind man enters a Women’s Bar by mistake. He finds his way to a barstool and orders a drink. After sitting there for a while, he yells to the bartender, “Hey, you wanna hear a blonde joke?”
The bar immediately falls absolutely quiet. In a very deep, husky voice,the woman next to him says, “Before you tell that joke, sir, you should know five things:
1 – The bartender is a blonde girl.
2 – The bouncer is a blonde gal.
3 – I’m a 6 foot tall, 200 pound blonde woman with a black belt in karate.
4 – The woman sitting next to me is blonde and is a professional weightlifter.
5 – The lady to your right is a blonde and is a professional wrestler.
Now think about it seriously, Mister. Do you still wanna tell that joke?
The blind man thinks for a second, shakes his head, and declares, “Nah…. Not if I’m gonna have to explain it five times.”
–from Ray Russel
BIKER MOVIE CLIPS–Here are a few minutes of various motorcycle shenanigans you may enjoy. –from Gene Koch NCOM WEST COAST REGIONAL CONFERENCE SLATED– I’m very proud to announce here in the Sack that Portland will again behost to the NCOM (National Coalition of Motorcyclists) West Coast Regional Conference! It’s currently slated for the second Saturday in November of this year. The Conferenceattracts bikers and reps from biker organizations from all over the West, and Alaska andHawaii, too. This is the first time it’s been in here in Portland in ten years! We’relookin’ forward to it, too. More details here in the Sack as we get ’em in. –GUNNY ACTOR/BIKER DOWNED, BUT BACK–Three cheers for Daryl “Chill” Mitchell, an actor and a biker whowent down hard, but didn’t stay down long. Chill was paralyzed from the waist down in awreck last November, but Variety magazine says Chill already has a new steady gig as aparalyzed guy on the NBC-TV series “Ed.” Now THERE’S one biker who won’t have a claimfor lost wages from this wreck, and bully for him. –GUNNYSubject: Why Floridians Never Answer the Door –from Bob T. BIKER BILLY HUNGRY AGAIN– The purpose of this email is to remind you that Biker Billy, that famous, or somewhat famous motorcycle cook is just about finished with his third cook book “Hog Wild on a Harley” and he would really like a few more recipes from Dixie Rider readers! To make it interesting, I’ll pay you 10 grand* if he publishes your recipe. I figure if you can take the time out to send a recipe then the least I can do is send you a candy bar. If you don’t like 10 grand, how about a Snickers?*you didn’t really think I mean actual money? Anyway, what you need to do is visit Be sure to note that you’re a Dixie Rider reader (or mention Bikernet). Sylvia sent Billy her version of Lace Cornbread…a true southern delicacy..but you can send whatever you like, it doesn’t have to be spicy, southern or even edible…although I don’t know why someone would cook?a batch of shoe laces or something like that….. NEW ARTIST FEATURED ON BIKERNET–Chopper Heaven is the newest release from motorcycle artist Chris Kallas.This painting has been reproduced on a premium 80 lb. acid-free cover stock. The lithograph prints measure 18″x27″ (image size,10 1/2″x 20 1/4″). They are available as a signed limited edition of 300 for $39.95 or unsigned for $19.95 (plus $4.95 for shipping). For more information call Chris at (310) 316-2790. Continued On Page 4
