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Greeting Patched Members, supporter and prospects
Bad weather the last few days rain falling most of the day. Retention areas are having a hard time keeping up with the rain. Got to ride some now that the weather went below 110. Good news on the granddaughter the cancer is shrinking. My two great granddaughters were about the only ones trick or treating in the neighborhood. Rain came Mina, the eight year old, cut it short the 3 year old said heck no she was charging on got to get that candy. So few kids out people were putting handfuls of candy in her sack. Looking forward to next year's Nationals. Rode up to Reno for the Street Vibration rally, my first time, had a great time stayed with some friends. Like to do that again. About all I got. Gearbox has been coming to our get together at haymakers haven seen Ron in a bit. Dale is not doing well. A lot of dr appt. Till next time. NVFFNV
Bad weather the last few days rain falling most of the day. Retention areas are having a hard time keeping up with the rain. Got to ride some now that the weather went below 110. Good news on the granddaughter the cancer is shrinking. My two great granddaughters were about the only ones trick or treating in the neighborhood. Rain came Mina, the eight year old, cut it short the 3 year old said heck no she was charging on got to get that candy. So few kids out people were putting handfuls of candy in her sack. Looking forward to next year's Nationals. Rode up to Reno for the Street Vibration rally, my first time, had a great time stayed with some friends. Like to do that again. About all I got. Gearbox has been coming to our get together at haymakers haven seen Ron in a bit. Dale is not doing well. A lot of dr appt. Till next time. NVFFNV
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
Thanks for the update always great to hear about the West and updates from you.
L LRB
L LRB
Greetings to all Patch Holders, Prospects, and Support Crew. My prayers for all who are suffering. I wish you well and a speedy recovery. Looks like Tomahawk WI. this summer. Sounds good. There is a Harley Davidson plant in that town do they have tours? I have every intention to attend this year. Need to finish breaking in the Street Bob. Then I'm installing a new exhaust from Blow Exhaust in Australia. Need to dyno tune the bike first. Hope to be riding this year instead of renting a bike Wild Bill support Bro is in too. Love and Respect Buzzard
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
Great to hear from you BROTHER hope we have a large turnout for NATIONAL this year
LLRB
LLRB
Viet Nam, A 1/5 1st Mar. Div. May 1969 - April 1970
76 trips around the sun and still on 2 wheels.
76 trips around the sun and still on 2 wheels.
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Welcome Home
Combat vet USMC in Nam 1966/67. Interested in your organization.
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Ray Koch (Skinner)
8163 State Hwy 49
Piedmont Mo 63957
573 223 7942
573 300 1066
Ray Koch (Skinner)
8163 State Hwy 49
Piedmont Mo 63957
573 223 7942
573 300 1066
Hello Brothers Supports Prospects!!
Just wanted to say hello. Got some mixed news today.
Brother Barman, and his lovely Bride Barmaid could use your prayers, positive waves and positive thoughts.
Barman's health is continuing to decline. Barmaid says she's fine(ish). They've relocated. I'll send address to Prez and Secretary/Treasurer.
Other than that, all's well in my AO. Pool league has started back up, so that takes up a couple of nights a week.
That's really it. Just prayers, positive waves and thoughts for our Brother and Sister.
ML&R LLRBF
SEMPER FI BARMAN
Doc Gonzo
Just wanted to say hello. Got some mixed news today.
Brother Barman, and his lovely Bride Barmaid could use your prayers, positive waves and positive thoughts.
Barman's health is continuing to decline. Barmaid says she's fine(ish). They've relocated. I'll send address to Prez and Secretary/Treasurer.
Other than that, all's well in my AO. Pool league has started back up, so that takes up a couple of nights a week.
That's really it. Just prayers, positive waves and thoughts for our Brother and Sister.
ML&R LLRBF
SEMPER FI BARMAN
Doc Gonzo
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
Thanks for all your hard work and dedication to the CLUB .LLRB
Greetings Brothers Support and fellow prospects. I've moved home to Pittsburgh,blew a tranny on the trike and been throu my share of health issues. I've been separated 6 years from my wife sad to say she took her life here in my house on the 14th. God rest her troubled soul. May she be at peace. Looking forward to the 2027 Nationals with great pride. Trike is my winter project. Sending my love to the club and my wishes we all stay healthy and keep our wheels rolling. One life goes and one life comes l am gonna be a Poppa at 70 after 15 years of prostate cancer looking for a positive change in my life and riding my wheels off this coming summer. Much love to all.
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
Condolences for your loss.
Looking forward to next year keep the river side down Brother take care.LLRB
Looking forward to next year keep the river side down Brother take care.LLRB
Greetings Boss, patch holders and supporters. Just a quick post hoping everyone is in good health and prayers for those in need. Had brother Doc and singer by us a a couple of days and had a good time. Found a nice spot for the nationals. It fills all our needs. Will see if we decide on tomahawk soon, still searching. Still getting some riding in before it snows, are season is ending and the south west region is just beginning. Take care, Scooter
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
Sounds good glad to hear you guys are hard working. LLRB
Brothers, Support and Prospects,
Quick update on the surgery and recovery. I’m three weeks and three days out, and I’m finally turning the corner. Only had two PT sessions so far — knocked out 35 minutes the first day and bumped it to 50 the next. I’m pushing hard so I can get cleared to ride again. Might be freezing by then, but hell, that’s why we’ve got winter gear.
Diann’s been away from home 69 days now. Hospital, rehab, hospital again, and back to rehab. She’s fighting, getting better, and we’re still working through some GI issues, but we’ll get it handled.
Hope every one of you is doing well and staying healthy. I’m looking forward to being released.
MLL&R
Rebel
Quick update on the surgery and recovery. I’m three weeks and three days out, and I’m finally turning the corner. Only had two PT sessions so far — knocked out 35 minutes the first day and bumped it to 50 the next. I’m pushing hard so I can get cleared to ride again. Might be freezing by then, but hell, that’s why we’ve got winter gear.
Diann’s been away from home 69 days now. Hospital, rehab, hospital again, and back to rehab. She’s fighting, getting better, and we’re still working through some GI issues, but we’ll get it handled.
Hope every one of you is doing well and staying healthy. I’m looking forward to being released.
MLL&R
Rebel
Hello Brothers , Support and future prospects,
Going to take Silvia In Thursday for first service 1000 miles came fairly fast this time . Don’t know if much riding will happen after the next few weeks.Sure feels great to be back on two wheels, I am not saying that it’s for everyone but , for me it’s working.
Health is good going to heart rehabilitation three times a week and I think I have some improvement. Adding some extra time and strength each week.
Doc and Scooter have been working hard on next year National Meeting place so a big Thanks .
We still need to keep our Brothers that are having health issues in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you.
LLRF Skinner
Going to take Silvia In Thursday for first service 1000 miles came fairly fast this time . Don’t know if much riding will happen after the next few weeks.Sure feels great to be back on two wheels, I am not saying that it’s for everyone but , for me it’s working.
Health is good going to heart rehabilitation three times a week and I think I have some improvement. Adding some extra time and strength each week.
Doc and Scooter have been working hard on next year National Meeting place so a big Thanks .
We still need to keep our Brothers that are having health issues in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you.
LLRF Skinner
Greetings Brothers, Supports & Prospects!!
Just let Brother Scooter's AO earlier today. Had a great weekend with him Barb and Singer.
Scoped out a good location for 2027 National Run, lots of free parking, great restaurants not too far away, huge (free) conference room and only $108/night/room. Also has a pretty well stocked bar, but do go expecting anything exotic like a pine colada or mojito. Whisky and Coke might be it for mixed drinks.
Anyways, Scooter and I will keep looking.
And a HUGE SHOUT OUR & THANK YOU to both Scooter & Barb for putting up with us and driving us around. MUCH APPRECIATED Brother!!
We'll be visiting my daughter for a couple of days, then back to ND for a VA appointment. Ain't it grand gettin' old?
Best to all, Prayers for those on the mend
LLRBF ML&R
Doc Gonzo
Just let Brother Scooter's AO earlier today. Had a great weekend with him Barb and Singer.
Scoped out a good location for 2027 National Run, lots of free parking, great restaurants not too far away, huge (free) conference room and only $108/night/room. Also has a pretty well stocked bar, but do go expecting anything exotic like a pine colada or mojito. Whisky and Coke might be it for mixed drinks.
Anyways, Scooter and I will keep looking.
And a HUGE SHOUT OUR & THANK YOU to both Scooter & Barb for putting up with us and driving us around. MUCH APPRECIATED Brother!!
We'll be visiting my daughter for a couple of days, then back to ND for a VA appointment. Ain't it grand gettin' old?
Best to all, Prayers for those on the mend
LLRBF ML&R
Doc Gonzo
Greetings Brothers, Supports & Prospects!!
Just let Brother Scooter's AO earlier today. Had a great weekend with him Barb and Singer.
Scoped out a good location for 2027 National Run, lots of free parking, great restaurants not too far away, huge (free) conference room and only $108/night/room. Also has a pretty well stocked bar, but do go expecting anything exotic like a pine colada or mojito. Whisky and Coke might be it for mixed drinks.
Anyways, Scooter and I will keep looking.
And a HUGE SHOUT OUR & THANK YOU to both Scooter & Barb for putting up with us and driving us around. MUCH APPRECIATED Brother!!
We'll be visiting my daughter for a couple of days, then back to ND for a VA appointment. Ain't it grand gettin' old?
Best to all, Prayers for those on the mend
LLRBF ML&R
Doc Gonzo
Just let Brother Scooter's AO earlier today. Had a great weekend with him Barb and Singer.
Scoped out a good location for 2027 National Run, lots of free parking, great restaurants not too far away, huge (free) conference room and only $108/night/room. Also has a pretty well stocked bar, but do go expecting anything exotic like a pine colada or mojito. Whisky and Coke might be it for mixed drinks.
Anyways, Scooter and I will keep looking.
And a HUGE SHOUT OUR & THANK YOU to both Scooter & Barb for putting up with us and driving us around. MUCH APPRECIATED Brother!!
We'll be visiting my daughter for a couple of days, then back to ND for a VA appointment. Ain't it grand gettin' old?
Best to all, Prayers for those on the mend
LLRBF ML&R
Doc Gonzo
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
Guys thanks for doing the foot work. Hope you all had some fun along the way.
Hello Brothers, Prospects and Support. I havent written for a while. So I’ll bring you up to speed and try not to make it too long and boring. This has been a pretty sucky year. I only got out twice on the bike, back is not doing too good. Talking about surgery (fusion). I talked with the neurosurgeon and asked about any other procedures that are possible he said we can go in and scrape. I have a lot of bone loss, degenerative crap going on with back and neck. Im off all the pain pills they weren’t working anymore. Now Im on a 10 mcg Buprenorphine patch. Not working either. Had a nerve block done on September 9th, lasted till the next day. Then everything is breaking down. Bought a new fridge in 2022 $2698. It never cooled properly had them out 5 times they finally said he can’t fix it. Got the entire amount back and got a new fridge and new washer and dryer had to add some Money for the washer dryer but ok. Yesterday our hot water tank died. Got a new one installed today. So both refrigerators, freezer, washer dryer, and hot water tank have been replaced in the past 1 1/2 years. Im think Im done with that. I hope. That’s enough of that. I hope everyone else is healthy and doing well. I am not a quitter so I’m plugging along hoping next year I can ride without the pain. God bless all.
LLRB
NVFFNV
Rascal
LLRB
NVFFNV
Rascal
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
Gee and I thought I had rough luck.GOD Bless you Brother, hope your recovery and health and life in general goes smoothly and better this year
Greetings to all Patch Holders, Prospects and Support
I hope everyone of you are doing well. It has been a long hot summer here. It finally got below 100 this week. Luckily, I like hot weather .
LLRB TWIN
I hope everyone of you are doing well. It has been a long hot summer here. It finally got below 100 this week. Luckily, I like hot weather .
LLRB TWIN
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
hot here all summer hoping for rain friday
50 miles on new scooter
LLRB SKINNER
50 miles on new scooter
LLRB SKINNER
Greeting patched members, prospects and supporters.
A lot of rain here but we need it bad. Still getting together with our brothers on Mon and Wed.
Weather here is looking like it may be breaking from 110 and over to just above 100 so riding weather is close by.
Granddaughter may have cancer of the liver we are waiting for all test to come in and there are a lot of them.
Dont see Gearbox and Ron much they are going through medical problems. Hope everyone is in good health hope to see you all next year. NVFFNV
A lot of rain here but we need it bad. Still getting together with our brothers on Mon and Wed.
Weather here is looking like it may be breaking from 110 and over to just above 100 so riding weather is close by.
Granddaughter may have cancer of the liver we are waiting for all test to come in and there are a lot of them.
Dont see Gearbox and Ron much they are going through medical problems. Hope everyone is in good health hope to see you all next year. NVFFNV
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
Take care Brother give all our best when you can. We will be praying for your granddaughter, May our Lord Jesus bless and heal her.
Greetings,Patch Holders, Prospects and Support Crew.Sorry to hear Sturgis was a drag. All is well in my AO. Weather broke went for a good ride on the Street Bob, it's a beast! Wild Bill got his support gear he's happy. Glad to hear that our Brother is on the mend. Also others who are important are too. Not sure if I'll make the 1000 mi. break in before the weather changes, seems like a good goal though. L&R to all. NVFFNV
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
glad to hear you have been riding have fun rubber side down
Greetings Boss, patch holders, prospects and supporters. Hope all is well with everyone and getting out in the wind when you can. Summer seems to be slipping away here in WI. Not getting the riding time and other summer activities in as much as I like. Prayers out for those in need. Getting out and about on the bike next few days and maybe heading up to the UP Michigan. Looking forward to Doc coming over and get some riding in up north. Take care everyone, NVFFNV. Scooter
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
You sound great wish I could come along but leg is still sore.They came and took up my bike to install all the add on equipment I bought should get it back soon.Picture will come.Have fun.
That's a drag hearing about Sturgis. Was watching on the webcam, did notice that every time I logged in, the 1st thing I saw was a group of cops, on every cam ? Reminded me a little of Hollister 97. Was so bad there, I got off the road and just sat on a fence line, watching as the bikes went by. Every other bike had a black & white with his red & blues flashing. They were herding everybody into a park at the south end of town, I found a place by myself and camped there, spent the night in a patch of poison oak, paid for that a few days later.
I got out of town the next day, headed for the Kern. Didn't see a cop the rest of my trip, thats because they were all back in Hollister.
Also noticed that there didn't seem to be that many bikes, Lazelle St. usually has a line at every stop sign, not this year.
Was also hard to hear about your friend, shouldn't happen.
They have always "gouged" at Sturgis, and you think it couldn't get any worse. Son came to visit last week, The 3 of us went out to dinner one evening. By the time we walked out the door the tab came to $260 ? Will be eating at home from here on out.....Welcome to 2026.
Guess it comes down to "it's about the ride anyway" ..... Good you made it home safe !
I got out of town the next day, headed for the Kern. Didn't see a cop the rest of my trip, thats because they were all back in Hollister.
Also noticed that there didn't seem to be that many bikes, Lazelle St. usually has a line at every stop sign, not this year.
Was also hard to hear about your friend, shouldn't happen.
They have always "gouged" at Sturgis, and you think it couldn't get any worse. Son came to visit last week, The 3 of us went out to dinner one evening. By the time we walked out the door the tab came to $260 ? Will be eating at home from here on out.....Welcome to 2026.
Guess it comes down to "it's about the ride anyway" ..... Good you made it home safe !
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
Glad to hear that you all made it out to enjoy a enjoyable evening, priceless no matter what the cost.
GREETINGS Brothers, Supports & Prospects!!
Just got back from the Sturgis Rally today. May what a disappointment this year's rally was. Vendors jacked up their prices even more than the past years, e.g., I got a root beer float today at lunch, twelve bucks. I was going to add saddlebag speakers and a second amp to my sound system I bought last year, but the add-ons they wanted the same as I paid for the whole system. Nope, not happening.
Food vendor variety went way downhill this year as well. Prices up, selection much lower.
And coppers EVERYWHERE. A buddy we were riding with got pulled over TWICE, by the same city copper. His "crime" riding while Black. First time he got pulled ever the copper told him it was because 'he looked like he had weed on him' The second time he'd made a RIGHT had turn off Lazelle right behind a White guy. Yeah, guess who didn't get stopped.
The concert line ups this year weren't even that good, then there was the 4 days as raining buckets.
So I don't know if I'll be willing to go back next year or not. I bet is something doesn't change, seeing a 90th Rally will be doubtful, and I'd say a 100th in 2040 will definitely not happen. Too corporate, Sturgis city and Meade County governments now treating the Rally goers as an income source rather than guests. But the final nail in its coffin might be the attendees. I saw way too many 20 & 30 year olds who's only goal was to treat the whole rally like Spring Break in Florida.
Anyway, Kenny and I had a great time camping and riding together. Attendance was way down this year, 23% below five year averages. So I guess we'll see what happens.
Prayers for speedy recoveries for those on the mend.
ML&R LLRBF to all
Doc Gonzo
PS, still working on a location for 2027. Going to ride over to Brother Scooter's next month to check out some locations. Plus, I've not ridden in his AO yet.
Peace Brothers
Just got back from the Sturgis Rally today. May what a disappointment this year's rally was. Vendors jacked up their prices even more than the past years, e.g., I got a root beer float today at lunch, twelve bucks. I was going to add saddlebag speakers and a second amp to my sound system I bought last year, but the add-ons they wanted the same as I paid for the whole system. Nope, not happening.
Food vendor variety went way downhill this year as well. Prices up, selection much lower.
And coppers EVERYWHERE. A buddy we were riding with got pulled over TWICE, by the same city copper. His "crime" riding while Black. First time he got pulled ever the copper told him it was because 'he looked like he had weed on him' The second time he'd made a RIGHT had turn off Lazelle right behind a White guy. Yeah, guess who didn't get stopped.
The concert line ups this year weren't even that good, then there was the 4 days as raining buckets.
So I don't know if I'll be willing to go back next year or not. I bet is something doesn't change, seeing a 90th Rally will be doubtful, and I'd say a 100th in 2040 will definitely not happen. Too corporate, Sturgis city and Meade County governments now treating the Rally goers as an income source rather than guests. But the final nail in its coffin might be the attendees. I saw way too many 20 & 30 year olds who's only goal was to treat the whole rally like Spring Break in Florida.
Anyway, Kenny and I had a great time camping and riding together. Attendance was way down this year, 23% below five year averages. So I guess we'll see what happens.
Prayers for speedy recoveries for those on the mend.
ML&R LLRBF to all
Doc Gonzo
PS, still working on a location for 2027. Going to ride over to Brother Scooter's next month to check out some locations. Plus, I've not ridden in his AO yet.
Peace Brothers
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
Wow sounds like lots of changes , glad we had our phone conversation the other day. Would love to join you on the ride to Scooters but doubt it will happen hand and leg and age a bit of a challenge. Thanks
Greetings Patch Holders, Valued Support and lookers on this page.
Fires here in the NW are in full swing. They are evacuating a number of towns, helo's been flying over getting water from the Snake River.
On day 6 of a full left knee replacement, getting better but not fast enough.
Speaking of surgerys please keep our treasured Brother Skinner in prayer as he goes in for heart surgery. " Lord please give Dr. wisdom and steady hands." Peace for him and family as they face this .
Love you all and ride safe.
MLLR. Chap. Herky
Fires here in the NW are in full swing. They are evacuating a number of towns, helo's been flying over getting water from the Snake River.
On day 6 of a full left knee replacement, getting better but not fast enough.
Speaking of surgerys please keep our treasured Brother Skinner in prayer as he goes in for heart surgery. " Lord please give Dr. wisdom and steady hands." Peace for him and family as they face this .
Love you all and ride safe.
MLLR. Chap. Herky
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
Thanks Brother I will post the outcome as soon as I can.
Hope all are well.
Hope all are well.
Greetings to our new President all Patched members, prospects and supporters. Hated to leave early from Nationals had VA appt i couldn't break but recieved good news so ill be around for awhile longer. And thanks to Boss for years of dedicated work in growing the club to what it is today. May it go on for many more years. And my great granddaughter is going to be OK. My suggestion for next year's National is a cooler place like the mountains of Colorado ha ha. Just getting back from Indiana seeing my sister and an old Army buddy of mine. He was in the hospital, agent orange, but is doing better now. It didn't look good for awhile.take care till next we meet.
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
Glad you and your granddaughter are both doing good. Right not I don't think it's cool anywhere in the US, but we will work on a cooler destination for next year. Keep riding on, and thanks for the update.
Rebel
Rebel