Welcome to the Atlanta Chapter's Website. Harley-Davidson of Atlanta established the Atlanta Chapter on September 16, 1985. We are the oldest H.O.G. Chapter in Georgia. All of the officers hope you will take a look around and enjoy your stop here. Be sure to check out the Calendar. We try to keep a good variety of rides and events to fit into everyone's schedules. If you are a local or just passing through town and have any questions feel free to contact any of the Officers. If you are interested in joining the chapter, we have membership applications available here on the site. We are here to "Ride and Have Fun" and hope you will come out and join us soon. Atlanta Chapter Officers |
HOGWASH
Official Newsletter
Atlanta Chapter, Inc.
Chapter Number 0788
June 2011 Issue
May 27, 2011
Atlanta Chapter, 2011
Director
Bobby Conway
678-348-0519
atlhogdirector@gmail.com
Assistant Director
Erik Grandowski
404-580-6759
erik@grandowski.com
Treasurer
Rene' Durham
770-944-1340
rene@hdatlanta.com
Secretary
Kathy King
770-943-9856
kandwking@yahoo.com
Head Road Captain
Diana Bodden
404-992-3548
harleybaby94@aol.com
Safety Officer
Jim Byrd
770-843-6700
atlhogsafety@gmail.com
Activity Officer
Donna Schelhaas
770-941-3326
cesdls@bellsouth.net
Membership Officer
Mark Redmon
770-617-2944
mredmon@charter.net
Head Photographer
Rick Parker
770-815-8258
rick@galleryparker.com
Volunteer Coordinator
Chuck Fuller
404-402-4088
cful@bellsouth.net
Chaplain
Wendell King
770-943-9856
kandwking@yahoo.com
Newsletter/Web/Historian
B.K. Ellis
770-471-0306
bkellis@atlantahog.com
Editor
Chris Houghton
770-944-1340
chris@hdatlanta.com
Road Captain
Andy Andresen
770-502-0847
andyandresen@att.net
Road Captain
Rose Cardinal
404-202-6469
rosecardinal@bellsouth.net
Road Captain
Ed Chowning
770-505-9404
edchowning@bellsouth.net
Road Captain
Gary Easterwood
770-836-0906
easter_g@bellsouth.net
Road Captain
Melissa Folds
770-832-3332
dragonsinger@bellsouth.net
Road Captain
Melissa Fuller
404-226-1460
gr8tchoice@bellsouth.net
Road Captain
Mack Hall
770-445-2343
usachevy1@bellsouth.net
Road Captain
Matt Langley
770-214-1875
acowart0616@yahoo.com
Road Captain
Denny Heare
678-923-8544
dheare@yahoo.com
Road Captain
Steve Magel
678-237-7762
stevemagel@gmail.com
Road Captain
Jack Parton
770-472-7994
jackparton@comcast.net
Road Captain
Mike Perdue
404-502-4024
jmperdue13@gmail.com
Movie Night Social
May 28, 2011
GA Veterans Memorial Cemetery Ride
May 29, 2011
Tri-Chapter Picnic Meeting
Lunch Ride
June 4, 2011
Pink Power Night Ride
June 4, 2011
First Annual Inglett & Stubbs Charity Ride
June 7, 2011
Business Meeting
June 10, 2011
HOGWASH Articles Due
June 11, 2011
HDA Public Safety & Family Day
June 13, 2011
Mexi-Monday Social
June 16, 2011
Atlanta Chapter Meeting
June 16, 2011
HDA Special Sale for Ladies
June 16-18, 2011
HDA Father's Day Sale
June 19, 2011
John Morgan's Memorial Ride
June 21, 2011
Tasty Tuesday
June 24, 2011
Movie Night Social
June 25, 2011
HDA Spring Swap Meet
June 28, 2011
Million Mile Monday Cemetery Ride
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:
If you are interested in becoming a H.O.G. member, contact Rene' Durham, or call 770-944-1340
Director's Article
We're almost at the half way point in the year and it's been a great one so far. I have really enjoyed every ride I've been on and all the support for each ride. I love the fact that almost every ride has had double digit bikes. There is much more to come and some good overnighters. Can't wait to ride some more with everyone?
I look forward to riding and having fun with everyone soon,
Bobby Conway
Director, Atlanta Chapter
Erik Grandowski
Assistant Director, Atlanta Chapter
Attendance Jackpot
Congratulations to Gail Sudduth whose name was drawn for the May Attendance Jackpot. Unfortunately Gail was not at the meeting claim the $70. We will add $10 to the Jackpot for the next chapter meeting, $80. Remember you must be at the meeting and a member in "Good Standing," a current member of national H.O.G. and Atlanta Chapter. If the member whose name is drawn is not at the meeting, we will add $10 and try again next meeting. Please have your national H.O.G. card with you at the meeting. Hope to see everyone there.
Please ride safe and responsible,
Rene' Durham
Treasurer, Atlanta Chapter
Kathy King
Secretary, Atlanta Chapter
Head Road Captain, Atlanta Chapter
Tire Age
I know I have already said this many times, but I thought maybe if you have a printed copy, you would remember is better.
How old of a tire should you use? The answer is easy. It depends! If you need to get the most out of your tires, then the fresher the better. If you like a tire to last longer, then the age of the tire is less critical. You should never buy or use a tire that is more than six to seven years old. How do you know how old your tire is? Carbon dating? Serial number cross-reference with manufacturers? Actually, your tire has the date of manufacture, or the “born on” date. How nice! If you look closely, you will find a four-digit number stamped into the sidewall of your tire. It will read something like 4408 or 2101. What do these numbers mean? Well, a 4408 means the tire was manufactured during the 44th week of 2008. 2101 means the tire was manufactured the 21st week of 2001. Years prior to 2000 have a one-digit number to reflect the year, and after 2000, a two-digit number is used. This is a simple and easy way to figure out the age of a tire.
Jim Byrd
Safety Officer, Atlanta Chapter
Donna Schelhaas
Activity Officer, Atlanta Chapter
Chuck Fuller
Volunteer Coordinator, Atlanta Chapter
See you on the next ride,
Rick Parker
Head Photographer, Atlanta Chapter
The Road to a Harley-Davidson
There is a certain mystic in riding a Harley-Davidson. When most people close their eyes and see a motorcycle chances are they visualize a Harley-Davidson. Many of us grew up riding metric bikes while some had no previous riding experience before the purchase of a Harley-Davidson. Any one of us could ride another brand, but we don’t. I am always interested in hearing someone’s account of the journey that led to their first Harley. Recently I talked with two of our chapter members who had interesting stories regarding the road they traveled.
The master of our road captains, Diana “Bullet” Bodden just may be the only person I know who, at the age of nine, learned to ride on a Harley. This Harley however, was a 90cc Harley-Davidson mini bike with fat tires that belonged to her brother. This, in actuality, was a two-stroke import with a Harley-Davidson decal on the tank that was marketed by AMF Harley-Davidson in the 70’s and a collector’s item today. Whether a true Harley-Davidson or not, Diana had the fever. Diana bought a 69 Panhead Shovel in 1987 that she rebuilt in her living room (what a woman!). She then bought her second 69 Panhead Shovel in 1989. This was followed by a Fat Boy, a Sportster, a 1942 45 cubic inch side shift (actually found in a barn) and her current ride, a 1994 Ultra Classic.
Our chapter photographer Rick Parker, at the age of eleven, around 1971, begged a ride on the back of a chopped 60’s Panhead that, as it turns out, belonged to a friend of Chuck Fuller. (Note: This Atlanta neighborhood was also where Chuck Fuller and other Harley riding “hoods” lived). Rick said they roared down the street and had reached terminal velocity as they passed the Parker residence where Rick’s father happened to be standing in the front yard. Rick’s dad, probably startled by the loud pipes, dropped his jaw when he saw his mild mannered son Rick wave sheepishly from the back of this hippie motorcycle. Mr. Parker’s plans for Rick did not include a Harley-Davidson, long hair or a leather jacket, but it was too late. Rick had already been exposed. Rick later got his own 89 Sportsmen, then a 77-FL Pinhead, another Sportsmen, a ‘09 Super Glide and then his current 04 Road King Classic.
Each one of us has a story that led to the purchase of that Harley-Davidson motorcycle. My own story began with a ride on my uncle’s 1957 FLH Panhead when I was at the impressionable age of five. Barefooted and with no helmet my uncle sat me between him and the gas tank and I held onto the gas caps as we rode alongside the Tallapoosa River. I remember the wind in my face, the smell of the river and the fragrant honeysuckle along its banks. I have never forgot that ride and I never forgot the sound of that Harley-Davidson V Twin. I thought about that ride and once again smelled the honeysuckle when I threw my leg over a Road King Classic outside Harley-Davidson of Atlanta in 2008.
"Never trade the thrills of living for the security of existence."
Mark RedmonTo My HOG Family
We as a nation and throughout a worldwide, seeing and feeling things that I never thought I would. Let us stay positive and pray for our nation and the world.
If you would like to know read: Isaiah 55:6.
Wendell King
Chaplain, Atlanta Chapter
Check the HOGWASH Web Pages Archives of the Atlanta Chapter Web page to read the History of the Atlanta Chapter, Twenty-six years strong this year.
B.K. Ellis
Historian, Atlanta Chapter
Keep Email Address Updated!
If you have updated your e-mail address, PLEASE send me your new address. I get several undeliverable e-mail messages each time I send a message updating members on up coming or changed events. Please, keep you e-mail address up to date and stay informed! E-mail me at hog@bellsouth.net. Thanks!!
B.K. Ellis
Web Master, Atlanta Chapter
Rose Hill Cemetery Ride
Rose Hill Cemetery is located in Macon, Bibb County, Georgia. This example of a 19th century rural cemetery park was established in 1840 by Simri Rose. It is on the National Register of Historic Places and, yes, it's where Duane Allman is buried. It is also the final resting place of the nine victims of the infamous Woolfolk Tragedy. Location:1071 Riverside Drive, Macon, GA; http://rosehillcemeterymacongeorgia.blogspot.com/. Lunch location is tentatively H&H Restaurant, http://mamalouise.com/.
J. Michael Perdue, Road Captain
Saddle & Paddle -- August 13-14, 2011
Well, the time has come to plan this overnighter. I had to plan it for just one night Saturday, August 13. We have a block of rooms at Fontana Village again. I was able to secure a rate of $89 plus tax of course. I am working on the paddling rates at Adventurous Fast Rivers. Please go ahead and call Fontana at 1-800-849-2258 tell them you are with "Atlanta HOG" for the rate. Then please email me at atlhogdirector@gmail.com. I look forward to this weekend as always. More information to follow.
Bobby Conway, Road Captain
Florida State Rally Ride -- October 19-23, 2011
As we did last year with Tennessee's state rally, I have picked Florida's State Rally to support this year. They have one of the hotels listed on their website with a $69 a night rate. I actually stopped by there a couple weeks ago to check it out and it's very nice. The rally dates are Wednesday, October 19, through Saturday, October 22. The hotel is: Summer Place Inn 1-888-232-2499. Again, if you would just let me know when you make your reservations. This hotel is approximately 3 miles from the main host, but still very nice. I plan on an early start down on Wednesday and returning on Sunday.
Bobby Conway, Road Captain
Cassville Cemetery Recap
It was a ride of many firsts. The first ride for the Atlanta HOG Cemetery Challenge; the first chapter ride for Phillip Lawrence, and lastly, my first ride as a Road Captain. I would like to thank those who participated and made it a stress free event.
We visited the Cassville Cemetery and had lunch at Slopes BBQ. I would like to thank Brian Nabors for riding Sweep (Diana, he is not yet a Road Captain), so I think he should be your next target.
Pictures from the ride can be found in the Chapter’s Photo Bucket. They can also be found at my Face Book account. For those who may not be familiar with the Atlanta HOG Cemetery Challenge, the booklet is located at https://atlantahog.tripod.com/cemetarychallange.pdf .
J. Michael Perdue, Road Captain
Atlanta Chapter is accepting business and personal advertisements for the HOGWASH! What a great way to promote your business, organization, service or personal information to all Atlanta Chapter members each month!
For advertising rates please click HERE.
Please contact Rene' Durham at 770-944-1340 for more information or to place your ad today!
January 2011
01 Good Luck Ride
04 Atlanta Chapter Business Meeting
10 HOGWASH Articles Due
20 Atlanta Chapter Monthly Meeting
23 LOH Social
25 Birthday Ride
29 Road Captain's Meting
30 FYI Great American Motorcycle Show
February 2011
01 Atlanta Chapter Business Meeting
10 HOGWASH Articles Due
10-12 HDA Sweetheart Giveaway
13 Sweet Heart Ride
17 Atlanta Chapter Monthly Meeting
20 President's Day Ride
26 Red Robin Ride
March 2011
01 Atlanta Chapter Business Meeting
05 Mardi Gras Ride
10 HOGWASH Articles Due
10 Loop Road Ride Ormond Beach FL
10 Julian’s Social — Ormond Beach, FL
12 Garage Party
14 Mexi-Monday Social
17 Atlanta Chapter Monthly Meeting
17-19 HDA St. Patrick’s Specials
19 Beth Barrett Memorial Ride/Cherry Blossom Festival
20 LOH Social
26 Wine and Dine
27 Birthday Ride
April 2011
02 April Fools Ride
05 Atlanta Chapter Business Meeting
10 HOGWASH Articles Due
11 Mexi-Monday Social
16 HDA Jeans & Heels Photo Shoot
17 Impromptu Ride
21 Atlanta Chapter Monthly Meeting and Bug Run
22 Movie Night Social
23 Grilling and Bake Sale HDA
23 HDA Family Day: pictures with your pet or Easter Bunny & Easter Egg Hunt
25 Cassville Cemetery Ride
May 2011
01 Little River CanyonJune 2011
07 Atlanta Chapter Business Meeting
10 HOGWASH Articles Due
11 HDA Public Safety & Family Day
13 Mexi-Monday Social
16 Atlanta Chapter Monthly Meeting
16 HDA Special Sale for Ladies 6-8 PM
16-18 HDA Father’s Day Sale
19 John Morgan’s Memorial Father’s Day Ride
24 Movie Night Social
27 Million Mile Monday Cemetery Ride
July 2011
1-2 HDA Red, White & Blue Sale
04 Dale Moorefield Memorial Ride
05 Atlanta Chapter Business Meeting
09 Lost Sea Rid
10 HOGWASH Articles Due
11 Mexi-Monday Social
16 HDA Bikes, Bands & Beauties
16-17 HDA Curves & Chrome Weekend
17 HDA Bikers for Boobs Poker Run
21 Atlanta Chapter Monthly Meeting
22 Movie Night Social
30 Paddle & Saddle
August 2011
02 Atlanta Chapter Business Meeting
06 HDA Bikes, Blues & BBQ & Pre Sturgis Party
08 Mexi-Mondays Social
10 HOGWASH Articles Due
18 Atlanta Chapter Monthly Meeting
20 HDA All Harley Bike Show
26 Movie Night Social
September 2011
1-3 HDA Labor Day Sale
05 Mexi-Monday Social
06 Atlanta Chapter Business Meeting
08 Ride to GA State HOG Rally
08-11 GA State HOG Rally Hiawassee, GA
10 HOGWASH Articles Due
15 Atlanta Chapter Monthly Meeting
17-18 HDA Fall Swap Meet
23 Movie Night Social
October 2011
04 Atlanta Chapter Business Meeting
08 Atlanta Chapter Poker Run
09 Fight Like a Girl Worship in Pink
10 HOGWASH Articles Due
10 Mexi-Monday Social
14-16 Fall Leaf Ride
20 Atlanta Chapter Monthly Meeting
22 Apple Festival Ride
27 Haunted House Ride
28 Movie Night Social
29 HDA Hot Rods & Harleys
November 2011
01 Atlanta Chapter Business Meeting
05-06 Signal Mountain Ride
10 HOGWASH Articles Due
12 HDA Chili Cook Off
14 Mexi-Monday Social
17 Atlanta Chapter Monthly Meeting
24 Happy Thanksgiving
December 2011
06 Atlanta Chapter Business Meeting
10 HOGWASH Articles Due
10 Christmas Social
12 Mexi-Monday Social
16 NO Atlanta Chapter Monthly Meeting
25 Merry Christmas
January 2012
01 New Years Day Good Luck Ride
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