North Alabama Vintage Riders Digest for June 16, 2018

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Hi, Everyone!

Saturday's breakfast was almost standing room only.  Three great "notables" occurred this morning:

First, Jim Dowdy arrived at breakfast on his own motorcycle for the first time since his hospitalization...Great to see you back on two wheels, Jim!

Second, another of our long-time members rode to breakfast aboard his vintage BSA Twin, following a bottom-up rebuild.  We chuckled about his license plate, which still had its 2001 registration sticker on it--the last time the bike was on the road!  We all shared in the hard-earned congratulations!

Third, we had the unexpected pleasure of having AMA Hall of Famer Graham Foster join us for breakfast...A real treat!  It was great to have you, Graham, and we look forward to welcoming you anytime you're in the area!

Here's what's coming up:

First, a progress report on space reservations at Barber for the Vintagefest October 5-7:  Mike Long noted the fact that

"Upper Lot D sold out within 1 hour of the site offering sales/rental for the 2018 Barber Festival.  It needs to be mentioned that NAVMC is running the show in Upper Lot D once again this year.  We have (at best/last count) at least 15 spots to members in Upper Lot D.  The World HQ will be located there again this year.  "Long Motor Court" will be at least 4 tents this year, with a possibility of expansion to 6 before Barber.  This same spot ("motor court") will also be co-hosted by the Vintage Suzuki Owners Group, and will be the location for THEIR Portable World HQ as well.  As always, Friday evening is our annual meet and greet filled with food, drink, and great people to associate with. "  If you're planning/wanting to bunk down within the NAVMC/Vintage Suzuki World Headquarters area, now is the time to contact either Mike, Tom Schuman or Jason Kerr to let them know your intent.

- June 18-22:  The American Gold Wing Association is hosting their 35th Gold Classic Rally in Johnson City, TN. http://www.agwa.com/index.php/upcoming-events/gold-classic-xxxv-2018-info

- June 22-23:  33rd Annual British in the Blue Ridge Rally, Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, Hiawasee, GA https://www.cyclefish.com/motorcycle_event/46707

- June 22-24:  BMW Owners of Alabama are holding a rally at Two Wheels of Suches.   http://twowheelsofsuches.com/event/bmw-moal-bmw-motor-owners-alabama/?instance_id=134

- June 30th:  Allsport Cycles in Decatur is hosting a bike show, and has invited all of us to participate.  Stand by for further details.

- June 30th:  Redstone H-D is hosting a Luau Party at their facility on 565 at Greenbrier Rd.  They'll have great Hawaiian Inspired food to chow down on, live music, over $1000 in giveaways and one heck of a Limbo Competition.  https://www.cyclefish.com/motorcycle_event/47366

July 13-15:  Triumph Owners Motorcycle Club's big weekend rally at Two Wheels of Suches!  http://twowheelsofsuches.com/events/action~month/exact_date~1530417600/request_format~html/

July 16-19:  Norton Owners' Tall Timber Rally in Elma, WA.  The International Norton Owners Association will host a weekend of Motorcycles, Rides, Concours Show, Tech Sessions, Field Games, Food, Fun and more.  https://www.cyclefish.com/motorcycle_event/44544

July 17:  Our second flash mob of the season.  This time, it'll be at Straight to Ale.  Mother Nature's weather smiled on our first flash mob, and all who were able to make the trip to Hartselle had a great time.  No doubt, Straight to Ale will be just as much fun, so mark your calendars!

September 22nd:  Iron Coffins MC is hosting their 1st Annual North Alabama Bikers Ball at Redstone H-D!  All proceeds benefit St. Jude's Childrens Hospital.  Tickets are available thru either Redstone H-D or Iron Coffins members Savage (251) 597-8565 or OJ, (256) 321-9494.

Please let me know of any events I have missed, and send me stories of the vintage motorcycle activities that interest you!