August 6-13, 2000
60th Annual Sturgis Rally
Sturgis, SD

August 17, 2000
Atlanta Chapter, H.O.G. Chapter Meeting

Meet: 7:30 PM Meeting
Harley-Davidson of Atlanta

August 19, 2000
Museum of Aviation, Warner Robbins, GA and Lunch Ride

Meet: 9:00 AM
Northlake Mall
Leave: 9:30 AM

August 25-27, 2000
Little Sturgis Rally

Meet: 9:00 AM
Texaco Station, Post Road, Exit 30, I-20 West
Dick Cadou, Ride Leader
Leave 9:30 AM

Event Statement

Chapter activities are conducted primarily for the benefit of H.O.G. chapter members. There are three categories of activities, all activities are identified as follows:

• Closed Events are those chapter events which are open to chapter members and one guest per member.

• Member Events are events that are open only to H.O.G. members.

• Open Events are those chapter events which are open to chapter members, national H.O.G. members and other guests as desired.

If you are interested in becoming a H.O.G. Chapter Member, contact Atlanta Chapter, H.O.G.

DIRECTOR'S REPORT

By the time you receive this newsletter, several of us will be headed to the rally in Sturgis, South Dakota. I hope that everyone that wanted to make the trip was lucky enough to secure accommodations. For those of you not able to take the time to do a 2-week plus trip, we have a Chapter ride going to the Little Sturgis Rally in Mississippi on August 25th-27th. Sounds like it will be a great rally also. It is only a few hundred miles away from home.

The Atlanta Chapter 15th Anniversary T-shirts are in. They are presently in Black and White. Thanks to Jim Durham we have a specially designed logo and artwork. It really looks great.

This is just a reminder; you have a few months left to participate in the Chapter Meeting and the Ride Attendance Contests. The prizes will be given away at the November Meeting.

ELECTIONS OF CHAPTER OFFICERS - I am mentioning this at this time so each member can be thinking about a person that they would like to nominate for an officer's position. After the September meeting we will start taking nominations and the elections will be held at the October meeting. When nominating someone try to make contact with them to be sure they are willing to fulfill the duties. This is a great opportunity for any of our members to participate in the chapter as an officer and lend new ideas on new activities and growth of the chapter. If you would like to personally run for an office you can nominate yourself.

We still have lots of rides on the calendar for the rest of the year. This includes some new member rides put on by Assistant Director Tom Sigerfoos. These are to familiarize the new members on the safety aspects of riding in-groups for chapter functions. Hope to see you at the chapter meetings and rides.

I will lead the Chapter Ride to the State Rally on Thursday, September 21st and return on Sunday, September 24th. We will meet at Harley Davidson of Atlanta at 10 AM on Thursday and take a scenic back road route to Columbus. We will stop for a lunch break on the way. The ride will be going to the Hilton Hotel. If you are staying at another location be sure you have the directions. Any questions on the ride you can contact me by phone or email.

Pre-registration must be postmarked by August 3rd, 2000. If you have any questions talk with Rene'.

Ride Safe and Have Fun,

Dan Gardiner
Director,
Atlanta Chapter, H.O.G.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR'S REPORT

Charlie Joseph Ride!

We had 24 folks on 18 bikes turn out for the ride down to LaGrange for lunch at Charlie Joseph's. We got off to a good start under hot, sunny skies and all went fairly well until the junction of 166 and 92 where the left turn snuck up on me and three bikes right behind me went straight and had to turn around. Once we got into LaGrange I missed the turn onto Bull Street and we had bikes circling the square for a moment or two but we all found our way, eventually. I have to give myself no more than about a "D" on this one as far as ride leading is concerned (read on).

Charlie Joseph's was real quaint and had pretty good food. Everyone had burgers or dogs and I think B.K. opted for the ham and cheese. It's a small place; an entry on each side of the building provides access to the large U-shaped bar which is closed on the inside (and takes up all the inside!). There are stools around the bar with 2 man booths (which is a stretch) along each wall, and it is cozy to say the least. There are also two "walk up" windows on the front. The place dates back to the 1920's and there are lots of old signs inside for things most 30 years old would have to ask what they are, like Nehi Grape, for instance. It was also like a homecoming for me, as my first with what is now BellSouth was in LaGrange...it was really interesting to see how the place has changed in 29 years; in some ways quite a bit, but not so much in others. There is a scenic fountain now in the middle of the square and of course the trees along the streets are larger.

We left Charlie Joseph's, gassed up and then stopped 30 minutes later in nearby Newnan for yes, that's right, ice cream (and lots of ice water). B.K. saw that Tommye was pretty warm and helped out by placing a few "cubes" down the back of her shirt, causing some unusual squealing in the parking lot. Leaving Newnan, the highway continued to get the best of me as I never saw the sign for GA Hwy 70 and we wound up going all the way into Peachtree City; I eventually got us back to the shop from there without further incidents. All in all. I think everyone had a good time, even if we did a bit like Moses and his people wandering in the desert.

For those who missed this, it is in the Ride Book --- check it out.

Ride Book

Ever meet a couple of friends at the shop on an impromptu basis or even at a planned place and then can't quite figure out where you might like to ride?

Well, now we have something available that might help you. Its called the "Ride Book" and it will be kept in the main office at H-D Atlanta. It is a three ring white binder that has individual plastic pockets for each ride's directions and maps. Please do not take this material from the office --- the idea is to find a ride and then make a copy of the map and directions, returning the original to its place in the book. This way everyone will have access to the resource. Each Ride Captain has been asked to update the book when he or she plans a ride, so hopefully the book will continue to grow. So enjoy and thanks for your cooperation in using the book.

Tom Singerfoos
Assistant Director,
Atlanta Chapter, H.O.G.

SECRETARY/TREASURER'S REPORT

Secretary's Report

Georgia State Rally

I hope that by the time you receive this newsletter you have already pre-registered for the state rally. If not please send them in either to the address on the application or bring them to me. The deadline is August 3 but we will accept them if they are a few days late. We need volunteers for the rally also. For every 2 hours you work you will receive a ticket and at the closing ceremonies we will draw a ticket and the winner will receive $200.00. Look for the sign in table at the rally to see where you will be assigned to work. Please let me or Tom Sigerfoos know if you will volunteer so we can turn in the list. Also don't forget to sign in at the registration table for our chapter attendance.

THIS IS YOUR RALLY, PLEASE SUPPORT IT!

15th Atlanta Chapter H.O.G. Anniversary

We will be celebrating the 15th Anniversary for the Atlanta Chapter, H.O.G. on September 17. That is on a Sunday at Harley-Davidson of Atlanta. We will have food and fun. There will be field events for you to practice for the state rally. This is an open event and all other Chapters in Georgia will be invited to come and join in our celebration. WE ARE THE OLDEST CHAPTER IN GEORGIA. We are asking everyone to bring a large covered dish of your favorite food. We will have soft drinks, water, hot dogs, hamburgers and chicken. Please contact Rene' at HD of Atlanta 770-944-1340 to let her know what you will bring. If you plan to bring a guest there will be a charge of $ 10.00. Atlanta Chapter members are free.

Rene' Durham
Secretary/Treasurer,
Atlanta Chapter, H.O.G.

Ride Director's Report

Hello everyone, I hope you are all enjoying this fine summer weather as much as I am. You know none of us like to ride in the rain, but we sure could use a couple of good ole rainy days...Soon! I'm willing to give up a few riding days for that. If you are going to Sturgis, I hope you have made your reservations by now. Sharon and I are really looking forward to this trip...seeing old friends, making new ones, and getting to see all that beautiful scenery up there AND on the way there too. Which brings me to this...please take it easy...it is a "long trip" even if you break it into segments. We want everyone to come home in just as good a shape as you left for Sturgis (or anywhere else). Now, I know that I'm not the Safety Officer, but I want to say this anyway, IT MIGHT save someone a lot of problems. When you pass those big rigs, please don't cut back in front of them too quickly. They are extremely heavy, can't stop on a dime, have blind spots, and sometimes their tires come apart! Let's face it, the drivers are also human. Let's give them all the road they want. Let's all support our Ride Captains, they have two rides this month, a lunch ride, led by Jimmy Lewis, and a "Little Sturgis" ride, led by Dick Cadou. Sounds like fun to me!

Ride today like you want be able to ride tomorrow!

Please Ride Responsibly,

Steve Johnson
Ride Director,
Atlanta Chapter, H.O.G.

LADIES OF HARLEY REPORT

Gone to Sturgis

Let's ride and have FUN!!

Tommye Singerfoos
Ladies of Harley Officer,
Atlanta Chapter, H.O.G.

SAFETY OFFICER'S REPORT

It's good to see Past Director Jim Durham out and about at our H.O.G. functions.

Our rides have remained safe and accident free this year. I commend each rider and co-rider who has ridden with us. We have had many new members on these rides and Y'all (southern slang for "You All') fit in just right. We are glad to have Y'all as a part of our Chapter. I would like to pass along a few safety tips/rules of the road. Some of you already know and follow these but as stated above, we have a lot of new riders. Check your motorcycle before every ride for tire condition and pressure, oil level, leaks, and overall general condition. When loading items into saddle bags or tour packs always place heaviest items close to the center and in the lowest location. Place heavier items in the bottom of the saddlebags and the lighter items in the tour packs. Never ride in some ones blind spot. This is true for a motorcycle group ride and also if you are in the middle of rush hour traffic with a thousand four wheelers. Always try to see and be sure you are seen. I hope these safety tips will be helpful for everyone. You and the manner in which you ride will help determine how long and what kind of rides you have.

HARLEY-DAVIDSON OF ATLANTA

We will soon be renting new Harley-Davidson Motorcycles!

We will soon be offering Riders Edge. Riders Edge is Harley-Davidson's Safety Course. This course is State of Georgia and M.S.F. certified. After successfully completing this course, you will then be able to obtain your motorcycle license without taking the Georgia Motorcycle License Test.

We will soon also become a Buell Motorcycle Dealer! We will always be a Harley-Davidson Dealer. For more information on these new services being offered at Harley-Davidson of Atlanta please contact David Gilmer at the dealership 770-944-1340.

We are also making some changes in the service, parts, and motor clothes departments in order to better serve you and to be more efficient for each of you. As always we appreciate your comments and patronage.

"Ride your Harley 'safely' and you will ride your Harley 'longer'".

David Gilmer
Safety Officer,
Atlanta Chapter, H.O.G.

Activities Officer's Report

Dixie Speedway Ride

On September 2, we are riding to Dixie Speedway in Woodstock GA. Racing starts at 7:00 with the feature race being the Pepsi 100, with a $4,000 Late Model winner's purse. We will be meeting at the dealer at 5:00 and leaving at 5:30. The route will leave the shop going north on HWY. 278 then following HWY. 92 to the Dixie Speedway.

Activities Officer update Dale Moorefield Memorial Ride

We had a great turnout for this ride with 115 motorcycles. The head count was around 175. The weather was hot as always and the BBQ was excellent. A special thanks to all the Police officers that help make this a fun and safe ride.

Participation Contest

Ride Attendance Contest and HOG Meeting A attendance Contest

Don't forget about these two contests. There is still about 4 months left until we know who the winners will be. You can't win if you don't ride and come to the meetings (PARTICIPATE!).

Mike Volk
Activities Officer,
Atlanta Chapter, H.O.G.

Road Trip(s)

Hotel Update from Alison Mull at 770-486-1346.

Call Alison Mull for reservations, 770-486-1346. Space Is Limited!

Georgia State Rally
September 21-24, Hotel Information!

Rooms reserved at the Hilton which is across the street from the Rally are not guaranteed to be nonsmoking and most rooms will have one double bed. We have requested non-smoking King Rooms if they become available, but the hotel is Sold Out at this time and will only confirm double bed rooms in smoking. Please check the list at the shop to make sure your reservation is for the hotel and date you requested.

All reservations are guaranteed to credit cards and subject to cancellation penalties.

Museum of Aviation

My next ride will be to the Museum of Aviation in Warner Robbins, GA. We will have a gentle ride traverling the back roads of Georgia until we arrive at Sonnys BBQ in Warner Robbins. After lunch we will ride to the museum for a self-guided tour of the 47 acre complex. The ride details are as follows: we will meet at Northlake Mall at 9:00 am and ride south from there.

For more information call Jimmy Lewis at: (770) 493-4010.

Little Sturgis

For those of you who like small, laid-back towns, (POP. 470) with a Mayberry RFD atmosphere and small rallies (last year's attendance 4700); this one's for you!

Join your Atlanta Chapter on a ride to the 4th Annual Little Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in Sturgis, MS. You will find good, down home cooking, friendly town folks, plenty of rides, including a Friday night Dinner Ride, Poker Runs, Field Events, Bike Show and Rodeo, Entertainment and your favorite vendors. On Sunday morning, there will be a "Blessing of the Bikes".

MEET AT I-20 EXIT 30 (POST RD) AT 9 AM AT THE TEXACO STATION (TURN LEFT AT EXIT). LEAVE AT 9:30 AM.

Pre-Registration forms are available at HD of Atlanta or you can print one from their website. (http://www.linlesturgisms.com/registration.html) RALLY PRE- REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS AUGUST 1, 2000. YOU CAN REGISTER ON SITE.

There are two choices for accommodations, inside and out. Inside is that we have rooms available at the Hampton Inn in Sturgis at the rate of $79.00 per night. This rate includes a Continental Breakfast. Call Alison Mull (770-486-8232) for inside reservations ONLY. ROOM REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS AUGUST 4, 2000. AFTER THIS DATE YOU CAN CALL THE HAMPTON INN DIRECT AT 1-800-HAMPTON.

Outside accommodations are primitive camping with showers available on site inside the City Park for registered guests. Other area Camping/RV sites include Pop's Campground (662-465-7637), The Pines RV Camping (662-233-6423) and Benchmark Works Museum & Camping (662-464-6444). Campers, you are on your own for making reservations at these sites. HOPE Y'ALL COME!

Been There Done That

2000 Tentative Events Schedule
Atlanta Chapter, H.O.G.

January 2000

February 2000

March 2000

April 2000

May 2000

June 2000

July 2000

August 2000

September 2000

October 2000

November 2000

December 2000

January 2001

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