Chapter G July 2016 Newsletter

GOLD WING ROAD RIDERS ASSOCIATION
“FRIENDS FOR FUN, SAFETY AND KNOWLEDGE”
July 2016
THE SPONSOR BLOCK
FREE TO RIDE!
West Virginia District Rally July 22nd & 23rd
Summersville, WV
July 28th – 30th Coldwater, MI
Region “D” Rally
Michigan Rally
August 4th – 6th Evart, MI
Kentucky Blast
August 18th – 20th Cave City, KY
Wing Ding 38 August 31st – September 3rd Billings, MT
Wings Over The Smokey’s September 22nd – 24th Cherokee, NC
Buckeye Time-Out
September 23rd & 24th Chillicothe, OH
Rally In The Valley October 6th – 8th Roanoke, VA
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Rick & Leah Cridlin
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Ray & Kathy Conrad
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Rick & Kim Artmayer
educator@chapterg.org
Luanne Williams
treasurer@chapterg.org
Jerry & Luanne Williams
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Steve & Babette Centner
ridecoordinator@chapterg.org
Bob Thomann
technical@chapterg.org
Committee
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John Keiter
pinsandpatches@chapterg.org
Gary Heil
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OPEN
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Jack Redd
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Charlie Hobbs
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Renzo & Donita Nardi
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Deward Brake
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Social Secretary
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2016 Couple of the Year
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2016 Individual of the Year
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Rena Hobbs
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John & Karen Keiter
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Deward Brake
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Chapter Team Educator
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Treasurer
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Membership Enhancement Coordinators
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Ride Coordinators
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Technical Educators
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Special Events
Pins & Patches
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Awards Coordinator
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Sub-Coordinators
July 2016
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July 2016
Chapter Director’s Report
I know it is only July and that Thanksgiving isn’t until November, but Leah and I feel a tremendous
sense of gratitude for our members that we want to express now. We are ending the first 6 months of
our tenure as directors and are so grateful for our staff of officers and coordinators. They are the ones
who keep things rolling from month to month and provide each member with a variety of rides and
events to choose from, as well as keeping everyone informed through a fantastic newsletter and
website. It is easy to take for granted how smoothly things go, but it’s actually the work of so many
dedicated staff members behind the scenes that make it happen. Thank you officers and coordinators
for the superb job you do.
We also want to thank our members for attending the rides and events. The ice-cream rides are in full
swing and Steve continues to lead excellent rides all over Northern Kentucky. The dinner rides have
been well attended and we exceeded all expectations this past weekend at the Honda of Florence
membership appreciation event. We had at least 17 members present, motorcycles, trikes, trailers,
and campers on display, and a great time was had by all. Thanks to Honda of Florence for providing us
an opportunity to meet potential new members and a special thanks to Ron Harper, Charlie Thornton,
and Bob O’Banion for setting up their campers, and to Tom Dierig for providing a canopy to keep us out
of the sun. There were quite a few bikes entered in the bike show. Congratulations to Troy Robinson
for winning 2nd place in best of show, and Charlie Hobbs for winning 3rd place in best of show. They
came away with some really nice prizes. Honda of Florence also hosted a scavenger hunt and provided
some pretty nice prizes to all who participated. The day went so much better than we had anticipated
and was capped off by a great ride led by Steve to Cattlemen’s Roadhouse in Frankfort for the dinner
ride. Thank you members for your participation and contributing to all the fun we get to have.
Our trip to Lambert’s in Sikeston, Missouri is coming up this weekend, so we are anxiously awaiting
what we are anticipating will be another great event! I hope you all hear a lot of great things about the
trip before you get the chance to see this article.
We had 63 people attend our June gathering, which was awesome! Of the 63 only 3 were visitors, who
were visiting from Chapter T2 in Dayton, Ohio (our hometown). Thank you to Tom Warner, Jerry
Miller, and Don Cridlin (my dad) for making the trip. The other 60 present were our members, which is
one of the largest turnouts we have seen in quite a while. Thank you all for taking the time to join us.
We thoroughly enjoy your company.
Until next month, keep putting on those safe miles.
Rick and Leah Cridlin
Chapter “G” Team Director
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July 2016
Assistant Chapter Directors Report
Hello all! We are getting geared up for the KY Blast. If anyone wants to be a vendor or knows of
someone, please let me know. Remember, for the members it is half price! The June meeting was a
great one, and even without the plaque there was a good turnout. It is good to see the chapter
starting to grow. It was also great to see Asa again, and some new members as well. Ride safe and stay
cool if possible.
Ray and Kathy Conrad
Assistant Chapter Team Directors
Treasurer’s Report
Congratulations to our winners from the June Get -Together. Tom Dierig
won the $10 membership draw this month. Howard Gaiser won 1st place
of $47, Windy Quire won 2nd place of $28 and lucky Ron Friend (first
meeting this year since returning from Arizona) won 3rd place of $18.
Thanks to all who participated at the June gathering. I want to thank Jack
Redd for doing a great job selling the tickets each month.
Luanne Williams, Treasurer
Membership Enhancement Report
We had a new GWRRA member attend our “G” meeting – Don Crupper – WELCOME!! It was great
seeing Asa Rouse, Pam Girdler, Paul Hartke, Bob Moss, Ron Friend, Ramona Banks, Ramona’s friend,
Frank Lawson, and her daughter, Tara, at our June meeting who we haven’t seen in a while. We hope
to see all of you next month!! As a reminder, please check your membership cards for expiration dates
to ensure that your membership is current. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t
hesitate to contact us.
Our Chapter G Membership Enhancement E-Mail Address is: mec@chapterg.org.
Jerry & Luanne Williams
KY District / Chapter G Membership Enhancement Program Coordinators
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July 2016
Rider Education Report
This month we are sharing the second part of John Harris’ article.
So the question is: What do we do to avoid heat problems?
First thing to realize is that we are ALL susceptible to overheating! Young, middle age, old, it really doesn’t
matter. If we don’t take proper precautions, and we ride when the temperature is high, the heat will get us.
Since our body’s air conditioner depends on sweat and evaporation to operate, it is necessary to make sure our
bodies are well hydrated. That means we need to drink a lot of water! Some say as much as a pint every halfhour depending on the temperature and humidity. Maintaining fluid levels is important yes, but it’s almost
impossible to maintain when those fluid levels were too low at the outset. I have read that as much as 70% of
the population suffers from some level of chronic dehydration and doesn’t realize it (that means you ain’t got
enough water in your system).
We all watch the weather when we ride, and we know when it’s going to be hot. Prepare yourself by drinking
water, and even a sports drink (which will replenish electrolytes) starting the night before the ride. You might
have to get up during the night, but better that than starting a hot day with your fluid level low. And, if you
celebrate with some adult beverages, it’s even more important to pre-hydrate. Alcohol actually acts to
dehydrate the body.
The next thing is to keep your body cool during the ride. This can be done by the use of a cool scarf. These nifty
little devices contain a water-holding substance that stays moist longer than a simple bandanna. This added
moisture around the neck will aid the body’s evaporation, and cool the blood as it gushes up through the carotid
artery toward the brain. Julie and I have a neat little inexpensive device called a Misty Mate. It’s actually a
miniature “bug sprayer” that is filled with water and ice and sprays a fine mist onto the skin. I can tell you that it
has been a life saver for us when riding in really hot temperatures.
I’m a believer in covering as much skin as possible when riding. Not only for safety reasons, but also because it
actually helps the body cool itself! Ever see the movie Lawrence of Arabia? Were any of those folks wearing
tank tops, shorts, or black t-shirts? Julie and I both wear long-sleeve, loose fitting shirts when we ride in hot
conditions. Covering the skin acts to insulate the body and helps to slow down the evaporation process. When
the temps get hotter than body temperature (99+) the evaporation stops and body starts soaking up the heat!
That’s why it is VERY important to cover as much exposed skin as possible and keep the body cool any way
possible (cool scarf, Misty Mate, a wet shirt, a good splash of water).
So when riding in the heat, do whatever it takes to keep cool! Drink more water than you think you need, and
pre-hydrate. It’s important to realize that in most cases heat illness sneaks up slowly, and may not be obvious to
the person affected. Keep an eye on your riding companions! That’s especially true if you are a co-rider and old
“he-man” is showing signs of a problem, but his masculinity won’t let him admit it. If they display or complain
about any of the symptoms I mentioned earlier, it is imperative that something be done immediately. Again,
remember, heat stroke is life threatening and requires PROFESSIONAL medical help. Don’t let yourself or your
riding buddy slip to that point.
Thank you John Harris for allowing me to share your knowledge and wisdom with our Chapter in such a well
written article.
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July 2016
Technical Educator Report
Last week on the ice cream ride the sun was low in the sky. Riding over the hills the sun was
shining in our eyes and with the shadows it was hard to see things. We might just have an edge,
when those threats appear there are quite literally foreshadows. The low light angle means that
hidden threats are often preceded by a long shadow that is cast ahead into view. It is easy to
overlook those hints if we're not actively looking for them, but by raising our awareness of the
time of day and actively looking for those advanced warning signs we can often eliminate the
element of surprise and keep ourselves out of trouble. At particular times of day there tends to
be a predictable activity; people going to and from work in an office, municipal workers starting or
ending their workday are out on the streets and people are getting off buses etc. Also be alert for
school buses that have stopped.
Think through scenarios you might expect for that time of day and
then look for the shadowy clues. Imagine that stopped garbage
truck at the edge of the residential street in the early morning sun,
or the shadow of a homeowner's car backing out of his
driveway. Then you will know to look beyond them for the moving
shadows. Who knows what evil or dangers lurk just out of
view? You might, if you don't ignore the all-knowing, all telling
shadows.
Derived from an article by Eric Trow.
Bob & Pam Thomann
Technical Educator
Ride Coordinator Report
Wow, if you did not go on the dinner ride to Cattelmen's Roadhouse in Frankfort, you truly missed
out!! The food was great, the weather was fabulous and the scenery was awesome, along with a great
group of people. We had 13 in attendance and everyone had a wonderful time. A special thanks to
Wendy & Joyce Quire for getting to the restaurant early and getting everything ready for us to just walk
in and sit down. Also, thanks to Jerry and Luanne Williams for doing a great job bringing up the rear on
our ride.
Our ice cream rides are going well. One week we had 21 motorcycles, this was a great turnout. Hope
we can continue with this kind of participation.
Our next dinner ride is July 16 at Feed Mill in Felicity, Ohio leaving Mt. Zion Kroger at 4 pm eating at
6 pm.
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Steve & Babette Centner, Ride Coordinator
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July 2016
Chapter “G” Ride Schedule
Check the web site for 2016 calendar updates: http://www.chapterg.org/webcal/month.php
July 2016
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Ice cream rides continue every Wednesday through the summer. On July 6, 13, 20, & 27 - We
leave the Heritage Bank (8751 US 42, Union) at 7 pm sharp.
12th Chapter Get-together - Eat at 6 pm Meet at 7 pm Golden Corral, (4770 Houston Road,
Florence)
16th Dinner ride - Feed Mill (721 N. Market St., Felicity, Ohio). Leave Mt. Zion Kroger 4 pm. Eat
at 6 pm.
24th Weekend Ride - Bowling Green Chapter B-1 visit and trip to the Corvette Museum. Leave
Mt. Zion Kroger at 9 am.
August 2016
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Ice cream rides continue every Wednesday through the summer. On August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 We leave the Heritage Bank (8751 US 42, Union) at 7 pm sharp.
9th Chapter Get-together - Eat at 6 pm Meet at 7 pm Golden Corral, (4770 Houston Road,
Florence)
13th Day Trip / Dinner Ride - Blue Lick State Lodge (Carlisle, KY) and a trip to Maysville Honda.
Leave Mt. Zion Kroger at 9:30 am.
18th-20th Kentucky Blast at Cave City. Visit the KY District website for more information.
27th Florence Freedom Ballgame. Details to follow.
31st Wing Ding - Billings, Montana
September 2016
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Ice cream rides continue every Wednesday through the summer. On September 7, 14, 21, & 28
We leave the Heritage Bank (8751 US 42, Union) at 7 pm sharp.
1st-3rd Wing Ding continues - Billings, Montana
13th Chapter Get-together - Eat at 6 pm Meet at 7 pm Golden Corral, (4770 Houston Road,
Florence)
17th Weekend Ride - Lunch at Natural Bridge State Park, Dinner at Jenny Wiley State Park
(Prestonburg, KY). Visit to Chapter T - Paintsville, KY. Overnight camp or nearby hotel. Depart
Mt. Zion Kroger at 9:30 am.
30th-October 1st Picnic and Camping at Big Bone Lick. Camping at Campground make
reservations ASAP. Picnic on October 1st at the shelter for the whole Chapter - Family
invited. Details to follow.
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July 2016
BIRTHDAYS FOR JULY, 2016
07/02
07/06
07/06
07/10
07/11
Bill Conrad
John Feldkamp
Alice Lewis
Wendi Robinson
Judie Howard
07/11
07/15
07/20
07/20
07/23
Asa Rouse
Suzanne Brake
Libby Rouse
Gary Bowling
Rena Hobbs
ANNIVERSARIES FOR JULY, 2016
07/02/60 Harry & Ida Sparrow
07/04/82 Bill & Barb Conrad
07/06/96 Rick & Kim Artmayer
07/07/84 Chuck & Jackie Neidig
07/15/61 Judie & Whitey Howard
07/20/96 Mark & Lisa Knipfer
If you have any information, for example, anyone who is sick or passed away that needs to be
forwarded to our Chapter G family, please contact me at: social@chapterg.org or phone me at (859)
689-4955. Ride Safe!
Rena Hobbs, Social Secretary
Who’s the bad guy, me or that other rider?
A US airman once asked a local, native if you will, are there any bad guys around? In perfect English
the man replied “You’re ALL bad guys to me”! Perception and reality.
Some motorists see all motorcyclists like that…….. ALL of us are bad guys. Case in point; recently, while
out on my ’82 Naked GW I experienced a brief confrontation with a “soccer mom”. She yelled at me,
pretty loudly! She must’ve thought my full face helmet prevented me from hearing normally while
next to her window. And she proceeded to straightened me out! At least she said she did. See I
thought it was my time to clear a 3 way stop sign intersection b e f o r e her. Believe me I would have
never approached her SUV thru that intersection had I thought otherwise. After she hotly conveyed
her point she ended our one sided conversation with a single finger gesture. I responded also with a
single finger gesture giving her a full thumb’s up and rode on. Her rage & comments caused me to
review just what she saw. I did have the right of way. I had my signal on AND it was working. You
can’t be too sure with old bikes. I had made eye contact, my visor was up. So what happened? Did
another bike cause her pain sometime before?
A lot of motorists just see a motorcyclist as just another bad guy. Now we think of ourselves
differently. I ride a Honda and you meet the nicest people on a Honda, right? I wear full protective
gear and have quiet pipes. I only use my horn to warn an individual of my presence or to say hello. I
wave, if able, to everyone. I’ve even been known to stop and help a
motorist with a flat tire. But still she reacted as if I was a bad guy. I’m
encouraged to think about my image to other motorists and to try to
appear as unthreatening as possible. Perception versus reality! Watch
your 6. - Stan Caudell
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FOR SALE!
July 2016
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July 2016
Pins and Patches
Riding season is here! Spread the good news! It would seem that SOMEONE is spreading the word; we
had 63 folks at the meeting last night... what a crowd!
Hot off the press I have the new District Patch! There are still 6
available ($5 each) See me if you would like to have one.
I'd mentioned at the meeting about the need for hearing protection while riding; I just finished a 2,550
mile trip thru the New England states that would have been painful without ear plugs. Here's a clip
from TheBikeBanditBlog.com about the very same thing...
Every rider should ride with earplugs. I don't just mean riders who judge their bike's badassness in
terms of decibels either. I mean every single motorcycle rider. The reason? What beats up on your
eardrum while riding isn't just the noise of your bike, or even of other traffic - it's actually wind
noise that does the most damage to your hearing.
The sound of air rushing past your ears is constant, high-frequency sound, so it tends to go unnoticed but that's exactly why it's so dangerous! It really is the "silent killer" of hearing, as you can read about
in my article here. Ride out with earplugs and keep a couple spare sets handy; you might be able to
hook a buddy up with a set, or replace one that happened to wiggle out on the road (they do that
sometimes.)
A further analysis can be read here:
http://www.bikebandit.com/blog/post/motorcycle-ear-plugs
http://ridermagazine.com/2011/05/13/hearing-protection-for-motorcyclists/
Give it some thought the next time you ride!
As always, see me (or call/txt me) if you are in need of a new chapter shirt- we have a great supplier
who has lots of options!
Safe travels-
John Keiter, Pins & Patches
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Hysterical Historical Highlights
Congratulations to our members who are celebrating their July
Chapter G anniversaries!
Well, 2016 is more than half-way over … so we had better be moving on,
Or before we know it, we’ll be looking back asking … “where has this year gone?”
And with all the bikes owned by folks in this room, it would simply be a disgrace,
For anyone to miss riding Kentucky roads … with the summer wind in their face!
Now as we meet each month, to have fun with good friends … and (sometimes) overeating,
We also share the honor of pledging allegiance to our flag … at each Chapter G meeting.
For we don’t ever want to take our freedoms for granted … nor do we want to neglect,
To thank God and those who fought for this country … and to show them proper respect.
And we also want to acknowledge our members who joined … with Chapter G in July,
And when you find out who those members are … you will totally understand why!
Well, it started back in ’93, with the Kallmeyer’s … both Robert and Mary Jo,
And then in ’04 came Ken and Marlene Wilson … who we count it a privilege to know.
And the following year, which was ’05, sweet Charlene Boone came riding our way,
Then seven years later came Robert Moss who so loves to ride … he rarely skips a day!
Then the year 2013 brought to the “G” … the wonderful Connie and Bill,
And we’re not just glad the Spreher’s signed up … but happy that they’re with us still!
Then the following year, we gained the Caudell’s … Stanley, Charlene, and Ian,
How did we get so lucky to keep gaining nice folks … and we did it without even tryin’!
Then just last year the Blevens’ joined … both Veda and her biker man, Joe,
And I said it before, but I’ll say it again … we keep getting great folks don’t ya’ know!
And, of course, there’s one other couple … the Williams … whom I’ve yet to mention,
Who joined with the “G” in 2004 … but omitting them is certainly not my intention!
For Jerry and Luanne have been busy with their grandchildren (a current total of seven),
And being with those 4 sweet boys and 3 precious girls … well, that’s simply heaven!
Now in closing, remember … Jerry once saved a life using CPR, much to everyone’s elation,
And Luanne said Jerry was a life-saver, during and after, her Achilles tendon operation.
So if you have any personal medical issues … that are somewhat concerning or scary,
You may want to contact your family doctor, or better yet … simply call the G’s Dr. Jerry!
Carol Redd
Historian
…and “G” poet laureate
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Northern Kentucky Chapter G
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July 2016
NEXT GET-TOGETHER: Tuesday, 7/12/16 at The Golden Corral, 4770 Houston Road, Florence, KY
6:00 PM Eat, 7:00 PM Meet
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8106 Forest Point Dr.
Humble, TX 77338
Chapter Team Director – Rick and Leah Cridlin