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October 2013 Table Of Contentsctober 2013 Table Of Contents

Readers Rides Pg. 18

Valley Boys Pg. 9

Lady Biker Clothing Pg. 13

Forgotten Renegades Pg. 7

Cover Photo by: Fernie Castillo Model: Irma Gar


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Fall is the season that manyikers' enjoy in this region. We

egin to see the cooler tempera-ures, lots of sunshine, of course,nd more vivid colors due to theeaves changing. I know that

many of you will be headingp to Cloudcroft and Ruidoso to

witness the beauty of this neweason.

ome of you have asked whatutumn is expected to be likeere in El Paso and Las Crucesnd even throughout the countrys some of you are planningall road trips. Below is the 3

month forecast released by theClimate Prediction Center forOctober, November and Decem-

er, 2013.

You will notice (from the topgraphic) that temperatures areexpected to be above normal forEl Paso, Las Cruces and all ofthe southwest. The above normaltemperatures extend up the Pa-cific coast.

Precipitation is expected be

more difficult to predict. Thecomputer models are indicating"EC" for most of the countrywhich stands for "equal chance."This means that we all have anequal chance to see above,

below or normal precipitation.Perhaps portions of Idaho, Mon-tana and Wyoming are in a better

position to get more.

One other note - as of late Sep-tember, we are approaching 4.0"of rain for the month. We are al-most 2.5" above normal for Sep-tember and only one quarter ofan inch below normal for the en-tire year! Hopefully we'll exceedthe normal for the year shortly.

W e a t h e r 1 0 1 By: Doppler Dave Speelman

Catch 'Doppler' Dave Speeon KVIA Channel 7 or onlinwww.kvia.com for your mos

curate weather reports

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When is the best time to see theleaves changing colors in

Cloudcroft andRuidoso?

A. 2nd and 3rd week of October

B. Last Week of October, firstweek in November

C. First two weeks of November

D. Last two weeks of November

Weather

Trivia

Temperature Outlook for October, November and December (Abo

Precipitation Outlook for October, November and December (Abo

Answer: A - 2nd and 3rd week of October. The colors are just exploding. The

driving routes to witness the colors would be Ski Run Road, the road up to Mo

Lookout and the lovely winding road that takes you to Cloudcroft, Hwy 244.


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President Stifler of Forgotten Renegades MC shoots straight and nar-ow throughout our conversation. It could be his military training or

imply just that hes the kind of guy that speaks matter-of-factly and to

he point. His voice becomes more somber when I asked about the

ame of his club. "It refers to all those soldiers that have been forgot-

en, either out in the field or when they return to the States. Alot of vet-

rans don't need someone to say thank you, but just to remember the

eople that might not have been able to come home to shake some-

ne's hand. We want to make the public aware of what soldiers do for

he US." The Renegades are a relatively new club, a little over a year

n existence, that is veteran-centered and look out for veteran's issues.

This run was to benefit specifically a program called Outward

Bound that assists people in recovering from a variety of psychologi-

al issues by using the backdrop of the Colorado Rockies to have their

lients escape their reality and go through a variety of motivational ex-

eriences that can begin a healing process. Clients may go white-water

afting or hiking and camping as part of their recovery program. The

im is that through team-building and getting out into nature with a

eam of similarly experienced people in a non-violent environment, the

lients can begin to open up and heal from their experiences. One of

heir departments specifically handles wartime veterans, many of

whom, because of their service overseas, will have the effects of Post-

Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

Outward Bound can take the soldiers and do something that can begin

o erase the negative that we go through over there and re-create and

e-direct the teamwork that the Army taught us in the first place. It

osts about $2000 to fully sponsor a soldier on one of these trips and

Outward Bound will be matching whatever we raise today. The pro-

ram also combines wilderness adventures with classroom education

nd group meetings to further aid the soldier and other clients with

heir recovery.

When asked to describe either his or a friends story with PTSD, he of-

ers Sgt. Shaws experiences. She was his leader in his Army group in

raq. He described her as 27 years old, but her experiences belie her

ge. We did multiple deployments together. She was a strong leader.

Received two Purple Hearts, been shot a couple of times. Seen and

one some incredible things. But she had to battle alcohol when she

ame back because her feelings were that no-one would listen and no-

ody would understand. The problem is, when we get out of the mili-

ary, the PTSD does not stop. You still need people to talk to who

ctually understand the struggles and experiences that youve been

hrough. He was happy to report that she has since become much bet-

er and was actually in attendance to the ride.

President Stifler, though young himself, has a very clear vision of

he wants his members to conduct themselves both while wearing

patch and in their own lives. Every person in my club has a job t

from my Sgt. at Arms who watches my back and that of the club,

Every person is expected to do their part. The ladies in our club a

biggest backbone. They are all strong, independent women and th

love to ride with us and support us. Members are watched that thmay party as part of the celebration, alcoholism and drug use are

strictly forbidden. Alcohol is never a solution.

He described how his club and all members are involved at Holid

Retirement, an independent living home where many veterans are

ing. We gave a 96 year old lady a bike ride! There are people in t

that were in World War II. Weve had lunch there with the people

there. It was just a real good time had by all. They loved having u

there, veterans from every branch and every rank.

He described a special patch members wear on their vests featurin

soldier carrying another out of danger. You can watch your frien

back when theyre struggling. When your brother is down, can yo

lend him the money? When hes sick, can you bring him soup? Th

what my clubs about; picking up the lowest man and bringing him

to equal level.

For more information: Holiday Retirement Home is located on 1

Saul Kleinfeld. The Outward Bound programs can be found at

www.outwardbound.org

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hotos and story by: Ricky J. Carrasco


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Next Spring on April 4, 2014, two icons of freedom will roll onto the silver

creen with the release of Marvel Studios "Captain America: The Winter

oldier." Fans at San Diego Comic-Con were excited to see exclusiveootage of the film including the reveal of Steve Rogers' choice of Harley-

Davidson in this movie.

n the upcoming film, Steve Rogers' character will be riding Harley-David-

on's newest Softail motorcycle, the Breakout. Launched to the world in

March, the Breakout makes a modern statement, but harkens back to the

meless aesthetics for which Harley-Davidson is known.

Captain America and Harley-Davidson have had a long and glorious associ-

tion dating back to the introduction of the character in 1939," said Dino

ernacchi, Harley-Davidson Marketing Communication Director. "He's rid-

en different Harleys throughout the history of the character, and his bike for

Captain America: The Winter Soldier" needed to fit the modern day setting

f this story. Our newest model, the Softail Breakout, with custom toucheshat personalize the bike for his character was the perfect choice for this

lm."

tarting in 2011 with Captain America: The First Avenger, and continuing in

012 with Marvel's The Avengers "Assemble Your Freedom" contest and re-

ently with Marvel's Iron Man 3 "Man & Machine" contest, the collaboration

etween Harley-Davidson and Marvel has successfully connected these two

owerful and inspirational brands.

Captain America makes the perfect marketing partner for Harley-Davidson

s he truly embodies the iconic, heroic, and American aspects of our brand,"

aid Bernacchi. "Both Captain America and our motorcycles are great sym-

ols of freedom."

HARLEY-DAVIDSON IN UPCOMINGCAPTAIN AMERICA: THE WINTER SOLDIER'

one of the greatest spectacles in America hit the streets of Milwaukee. I

a thunder of Harley-Davidson pride you could literally feel in your ches

nearly 7,000 Harley-Davidson customers, dealers and employees from

around the world rolled through downtown Milwaukee to celebrate Har

Davidsons 110th Anniversary.

The parade route took participants nearly five miles from Miller Park to

Summerfest Grounds via Wisconsin Avenue, clocking in more than 32,

collective miles, the equivalent of five round-trip journeys from New Y

Los Angeles. Along the way, tens of thousands of local residents greete

cheered on the parading motorcyclists.

Sixteen-year-old Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) member Parker Ander

from Appleton, Wis., had the special honor to wear the Freedom Jackeing the parade. The Freedom Jacket is a single black leather jacket tha

been passed from rider to rider across 11 countries and six continents o

the past year as part of Harley-Davidsons 110th Anniversary. Those wh

have worn the jacket share passion for freedom, self-expression and adv

ture. After the conclusion of the 110th Anniversary celebration, the jack

will be on display in the Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee.

Several celebrities, including actresses Katee Sackhoff and Tricia Helfe

Hollywood director F. Gary Gray; and UFC heavyweight champion Ca

lasquez, joined the fun.

For more information about the Harley-Davidson 110th Anniversary, vi

www.h-d.com/110.

THOUSANDS OF THUNDERING MOTORCYCLES RUMBLE THROUGH MILWAUKEE FOHARLEY-DAVIDSON 110TH ANNIVERSARY

PARADE

MILWAUKEE (Aug. 31, 2013) Tens of thousands of local fans line the str

Milwaukee as nearly 7,000 Harley-Davidson riders paraded about five mil

through the downtown streets. Photo Credit: Mike Fitch

At San Diego Comic-Con in July, Marvel Studios revealed Steve Rogers' Harley-

Davidson model of choice, the Softail Breakout with custom modifications for his

haracter. Based on the ever-popular Marvel comic book series, "Captain Amer-

ca: The Winter Soldier" will be in theaters April 4, 2014. MARVEL


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Photos and story by:Ricky J. Carrasco

Silvia Ruiz heads up the 3rd an-nual Fallen Brothers & SistersFoundation run sponsored by theValley Boys MC. I spoke to herand several involved people forhe charity's run in September.

She explained how she beganhe foundation in memory of her

brother Alfonso Ortegon, whowas killed in a motorcycle acci-dent in 2010. The foundation

helps the families of riders whoare injured or killed while ridinga motorcycle. "We helped out akid in Carlsbad after his accidento get a shower chair while he

was in recovery. We were alsoable to pay the family's electric-ty bills that month. We helped

out another family by providinghe food for a reception after the

funeral after he died in a motor-ycle accident."

She explained how the non-

profit foundation does monthlyfundraisers. They regularly re-ceive merchandise from Barnettthat they can either sell or raffleoff. The hope is that they can ex-

pand much farther than El Pasoand be able to help out manymore people. She estimates thatthey've helped out 8 families sofar this year. "We need to get theword out as much as possible sothat when something happens,we are contacted and we may beable to step in and do somethingto help."

Fernie, president of the ValleyBoys, was excited that the runwas getting much more partici-

pation from the public than inearlier years. "I believe that peo-

ple are finding out that this foun-dation helps those in the bikercommunity. It's to help the fami-lies after the tragedies of theseaccidents."

Martha Dickerson volunteers her

time to the run and the founda-tion. She explained that her hus-

band had lost his battle withpancreatic cancer three yearsago. The bike, she says, was theonly way he could feel free. Onthe bike, he could not feel the

pain, couldnt feel the illness.The bike made him feel like hecould live. Though he lost hislife not because of an accident,Martha explained that she com-

pletely understood why the mo-torcycle is so important to the

bikers. What better way to

honor his memory than volun-teer my time to other bikers?

Though not a biker herself, shesees the importance of the ride,and the laws that affect the bik-ers. A lot of car drivers take the

bikes for granted. The bikes

have as much right to be on the

road as the cars do. This fotion takes care of families. it means I give up a few hothat a family later can get thgas bill paid, or maybe get ride paid so that a family m

ber can attend the funeral, thats why Im here!

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Manufacturer: Indian Motorcycle Company

SUMMARY:Indian Motorcycle Company (Indian) is recalling certain model year2009 Deluxe and Standard, 2009-2011 Roadmaster, 2009-2013 Vin-tage, 2010 Bomber, 2010-2013 Classic and Dark Horse, 2011 Black-hawk Dark and Blackhawk motorcycles. The rear rim may crack andcause a loss of air pressure.

CONSEQUENCE:The cracked rim can lead to a flat rear tire, which could cause the riderto lose control, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

REMEDY:Indian will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear rim, free ofcharge. Indian will mail an interim letter to owners in September 2013.Owners will be mailed a follow up notification when parts are avail-able, so they may schedule the repairs. Owners may contact Indian at1-888-704-5290.

NOTES:Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Admin-istration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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Indian issues recall

Manufacturer: Bombardier Recreational Products

SUMMARY:Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) is recalling certain modyear 2013 Can-Am Spyder RT series and ST series motorcycles. tandem brake master cylinder manifold inlet may melt allowing t

brake fluid to leak out.

CONSEQUENCE:Brake fluid may leak onto a heat source, increasing the risk of a f

REMEDY:BRP will notify owners and dealers will install heat shields and adeflector, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in early tember 2013. Owners may contact BRP at 1-888-638-5397.

NOTES:Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Aistration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-49153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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Have a LaughBy: David Bear Wren


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The AMA is pleased to an-nounce that Husqvarna Motorcy-cles, which had previouslydedicated its support as a spon-sor for the AMA MotorcycleHall of Fame Induction Cere-mony on Friday, Oct. 18, has in-creased its commitment to

become the AMA LegendsWeekend presenting sponsor.

The AMA Legends Weekend,presented by Husqvarna, in-cludes both the AMA Motorcy-cle Hall of Fame InductionCeremony and the AMA Motor-cycle Hall of Fame DaveMungenast Memorial LegendsReception. The two-day celebra-tion takes place Friday and Sat-urday, Oct. 18-19, at the GreenValley Resort & Casino in LasVegas, Nev., with tickets avail-able to the general public.

"In a year when Husqvarna cele-brates an amazing milestonewith 110 years of motorcyclinghistory, we're pleased to helpshowcase that heritage alongsidethe impressive accomplishmentsof the Hall of Fame InductionClass of 2013," said Jeffrey V.Heininger, chairman of theAmerican Motorcycle HeritageFoundation, which oversees theHall of Fame. "It's fitting, too,since Husqvarna has strong tiesto two existing Hall of Famers

who will be honored as Hall ofFame Legends this year: TorstenHallman and Mark Blackwell."

Hallman and Blackwell are wellknown for their motocross

achievements while riding forHusqvarna, and both played asignificant role in introducingthe sport of motocross to Amer-ica in the 1960s.

"Every one of us at HusqvarnaMotorcycles is fortunate for theopportunity to pay tribute toTorsten Hallman and MarkBlackwell," said Husqvarna's

Andy Jefferson. "The impact oftheir contributions remains sig-nificant, and their achievementswithin the motorcycle industryare legendary. We are reallylooking forward to honoringthem both at this year's cere-mony."

The AMA Motorcycle Hall ofFame Induction Ceremony willofficially honor the incoming

class of 2013: AMA Supercand Motocross Champion RCarmichael; AMA and deseracing champion Danny Haracer, promoter and motorcindustry icon Norm McDonAMA roadracing championRandy Renfrow; and motorcling fundraisers and Ride Kids founders Mike and DiTraynor.

The AMA Legends Weekenfundraiser for the AMA Mocycle Hall of Fame, which overseen by the American Mtorcycle Heritage FoundatiThe mission of the AMHF celebrate, elucidate and prethe rich tradition of motorccling in America. For moreformation, please visitwww.motorcyclemuseum.o


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New Product News:Gerbing's announcesnew heated-gearlineup

For over 40 years, Gerbing has been developing self-heatingechnology. Gerbing's heated gear is relied upon by all-weather mo-orcycle riding commuters, weekend warriors, and enthusiasts alike.

Gerbing makes wearable technology specifically designed for theemperature of speed; with the launch of this new collection, Gerb-ng solidifies itself as the leader in the wearable heated and wearableechnology industry. The new collection consists of three segments:

Gerbing's coreheat12 motorcycle heated gear, Gerbing's coreheat7wearable heated clothing and Gerbing's coreheat1 base layers.

Julio Grullon Motochanic Co-Founder on Gerbing's products and's future: "We believe in Gerbing's heated technology, and most im-

ortantly in the direction Tom Nolan will take this company."

New to the Gerbing Core Heat 12 family is the redesigned heatedacket liner, this liner is designed to fit under your favorite motorcy-le jacket. Also for this year is the long awaited Gerbing EX Jacket

with a Cordura shell and a max heat of 135 degrees Fahrenheit in-luding certified protection on the back, shoulders, and elbows

makes this heated jacket one of the most desirable products for thiswinter season. Another great product in the 12v line is the GerbingEX Heated Gloves. This glove features leather on the palm and palmliders for added protection and is also capable of a 135 degreeahrenheit max heat, Gerbing is making sure you are as warm and

ozy as any winter Holiday morning.

New to the Gerbing Core Heat 7 line are a series of products thatontinue to keep the Gerbing reputation high. These products can be

worn for any occasion and any outdoor use from commuting to ski-

ing. The new Core Heat soft shell vest for men and women featmicro-poly lining and a max heat of 135 degrees Fahrenheit, thinew soft shell vest also has built-in wind proofing. Check out thnew Gerbing heated gear products at www.motochanic.com


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How Motorcycle Acces-sories Have ChangedLady Bikers

As more women are taking to the road, motorcycle accessory com-

anies have started to take them more seriously, and have realized

hat they are as valid a customer as any man. It is a sign of how seri-usly they take the new market, that they have started to design ac-

essories which have women as the main focus. Accessory

ompanies have been making different sizes available for quite a

while; but now other things are starting to appear to improve riding

onditions, and safety, for women. Below are a few things that show

hat change is taking place.

Helmets

When my wife bought her first helmet, we shopped around for

ays, visiting a lot of motorcycle accessory outlets. Eventually, she

ought one that was not her ideal, but it suited her purpose. Now, if

he wants a helmet, she is as spoiled for choice as me; in fact, she

as more choice. As well as the colors and designs that have ap-

eared for women, they also have helmets that will help them keep

heir hair neat and presentable. I don't remember ponytailed men

aving the option of a helmet to accommodate their hairstyle, but

his shows you the power that female motorcyclists now wield. The

hange in design to fit the female head has made life safer for

women, as well as more comfortable.

Body Armour

This is an area that the improvement for women was long overdue,

ut has finally been addressed. Badly fitting, uncomfortable protec-on is a very bad idea. Lots of bikers have bought such items, only

or them to be forgotten in a cupboard, and women were especially

rone to forgetfulness because of their body shape. Simply buying a

mall size was never going to work, and the shapes of protective

ests and back protection have had to change. Shorter, tapered ver-

ions are now available, and afford much better protection and com-

ort.

Fashion Accessories

Male bikers have always been fashion conscious, even though they

would disagree. Any motorcycle shop you visit will have differentesigns of helmets, jackets, and boots, along with bandanas, wrist

traps, and sunglasses for men. Now, specific accessories are aimed

t making ladies feel good while riding. If a female biker wants to

ook a bit more feminine, the use of Gore-tex has made that easily

chievable; clothing is now available in different styles to the usual

eathers, and clumpy protective wear. Tank bags and hip purses are

ecoming gender specific, as they are designed with different sexes'

eeds in mind. Whether you want something that is going to care for

our hair, or will accommodate the higher heels available on

women's motorcycle boots, there will be something to suit the ladies.

Now that women are being catered to in the way they are, it could

even mean that men who wanted to have a motorcycle in the pa

will now be allowed to. If their partner sees that a motorcycle c

as much fun for them, they may actually be the first to buy one;

more power to them if they do. Riding a motorcycle is now the

main of both sexes, and whichever sex you are; you should hav

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MotoChello, manufacturer ofmulti-source motorcycle audioystems has released the Mo-

toRfPlus, a portable device thatcombines any audio with a two-way radio interface for sport cy-cles and other vehicles. TheMotoRfPlus processor blendsaudio from the connected de-vices so riders have both sourcesavailable without having toswitch between them, meaningthey can listen to music and usea two-way radio at the same

time.

The MotorRfPlus is compact,does not use batteries or requirebike modifications and can beplaced in a tank bag or jacketpocket while riding. The unit in-corporates an ultra-low poweredprocessor and interfaces withconnected devices in the sameway a pair of headsets do, usinga single cable to connect to therider's headset.

MSRP is $175.00, which in-cludes headset and connectioncables making the MotoRfPlusan economical solution for riderswith multiple vehicles and thosethat like to hear quality musicand have available bike-to-bikecommunications when they wantthem. It was developed for dual

sport cycles, ATV's and other ve-hicles where the rider wears ahelmet.

Any audio device that has aspeaker output for a headset canbe used with the MotorRfPlus,such as a MP3 player, satelliteradio, radar detector or otheraudio source. An audio connec-tion cable is included and riders

control music volume from thesource device.

The MotoRfPlus includes Mo-toChello's high-fidelity helmetheadset speakers for audio clar-

ity, a microphone for radio cmunications, a headset conntion cable, an audio connecticable, three cables to connecrider's choice of FRS or portCB radio (Cobra, Midlandand Motorola) and an exterPTT (push-to-talk) button foradio activation. An availabadapter gives riders the optiouse the system with a set of e

phones.MotoChello also offers the MtoRfPlus/K with a connectora Kenwood compatible UHradio to be used instead of anFRS or CB type.


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Over 20 wines will be available for tasting and purchase. Adult admission to the festival is $20 and include

souvenir glass and a choice of 9 wines or a glass of wine. There is a $10 admission for 12-20 years of aand those under the age of 12 will be admitted free. Anyone presenting a valid military id will receive a $5 dcount at the gate. This years poster Harvest Moon at La Via was painted by Denise Sta

From I-10, take the Vinton Exit (#2 in Texas) turn West on Vinton road, approximately 4 miles to Highway then right 1 mile to the winery, 4201 S. Highway 28, La Union NM. Parking and entrance to the festival isthe back of the winery. Please do not park on Highway 28. No pets or picnic baskets, please. There is an Aon premise.


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