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Just an update on my road name. Since my last name isn't Parker anymore, JP doesn't make sense and Jody already has JP. So I am going to change my road name to TX Girl. Hope that's okay with everyone.
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
no problem from any of the Officers .
Hello to all Brothers, Prospects and support
Getting excited about Nat. Getting new tire on front this week, oil and filter . I think I have laid out the route 3 or 4 times already . Cant wait to see all of my friends. TWIN
Getting excited about Nat. Getting new tire on front this week, oil and filter . I think I have laid out the route 3 or 4 times already . Cant wait to see all of my friends. TWIN
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
I agree whole heartily just can't wait,safe travels my BROTHER and all other BROTHERS and Support.
Greetings to all Brothers, Supports, Prospects and well wishers!!!
First, THANKS to Prez Skinner for getting our site back up and running. I understand voodoo more than computers LOL
Ride back to my AO from Spring run was wet, cold and mostly not fun. And as an added bonus, I caught something; cold, flu, pneumonia, I don't know, but it's still kicking my ass whatever it is.
Other than that, I'm doing well. Got some needed repairs done to my truck
Beth and I are working on putting in a garden. To me it looks like we'll be able to feed the entire State, it's a stinking huge plot she's got laid out.
Looking forward to some serious seat time heading to National and meeting up with everyone again.
First, THANKS to Prez Skinner for getting our site back up and running. I understand voodoo more than computers LOL
Ride back to my AO from Spring run was wet, cold and mostly not fun. And as an added bonus, I caught something; cold, flu, pneumonia, I don't know, but it's still kicking my ass whatever it is.
Other than that, I'm doing well. Got some needed repairs done to my truck
Beth and I are working on putting in a garden. To me it looks like we'll be able to feed the entire State, it's a stinking huge plot she's got laid out.
Looking forward to some serious seat time heading to National and meeting up with everyone again.
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
had some real bad weather in Capitol of Missouri Jefferson City.Here just rain I think we had 12 Tornadoes in Missouri yesterday.
Looking good. Nice to be back online. Good job.
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
sent u a e-mail/thanks for making the run.
Greetings Brothers and Support. Northwest Spring Run is over but not forgotten. Great attendance, Great weather and Great food. Sometimes things just come together at the right time.
Loved it!! On to National
Respect and Love
Radio
Loved it!! On to National
Respect and Love
Radio
Thank you National President Skinner for getting the website restored and available again!
Greetings and Salutations to all Brothers, Supporters, Prospects, and those weighing the decision to commit to our club life.
I just got back from the NW regional ride, and it's hard to put into words the joy and excitement to see everyone - old and new faces as we pulled into the parking lot.
Stories, updates, life events, laughter, or just lounging in a group and enjoying the camaraderie of being with those you can trust in this insane world- both Patcholders and Support members.
To those on the fence about us - Why wait? If not now- when? Time waits for no one. Listen to our words, see our Brotherhood in the gallery, read our mission statement, our honor is there for all to see if they only look with honest eyes.
I wish all soft warm nights, minimal critter bites, and every day bringing you some awesome sights!
LRBF,
Sling Blade NSAA
Greetings and Salutations to all Brothers, Supporters, Prospects, and those weighing the decision to commit to our club life.
I just got back from the NW regional ride, and it's hard to put into words the joy and excitement to see everyone - old and new faces as we pulled into the parking lot.
Stories, updates, life events, laughter, or just lounging in a group and enjoying the camaraderie of being with those you can trust in this insane world- both Patcholders and Support members.
To those on the fence about us - Why wait? If not now- when? Time waits for no one. Listen to our words, see our Brotherhood in the gallery, read our mission statement, our honor is there for all to see if they only look with honest eyes.
I wish all soft warm nights, minimal critter bites, and every day bringing you some awesome sights!
LRBF,
Sling Blade NSAA
As I was riding to O' Fallon today. Kept seeing group after group to 50 to 60 bikes going the other way.
It finally dawned on me that I was seeing the Run For The Wall, it is sad because this is the final run., also for Rolling Thunder. The cost has gotten so high that this is the last year. Found myself shedding a tear for it. Maybe some time in the future this could be an East Region Run.
It finally dawned on me that I was seeing the Run For The Wall, it is sad because this is the final run., also for Rolling Thunder. The cost has gotten so high that this is the last year. Found myself shedding a tear for it. Maybe some time in the future this could be an East Region Run.
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
unfortunately most things do come to an end.however the town of Perryville,Mo. has built a exact replica of the WALL and a great Veterans Memorial and will host a run is September.Starts in Springfield ,Mo. and runs thru here to Perryville.I plan on making tat run for sure.
GOOD MORNING,
SORRY OUR SITE WAS DOWN FOR SUCH A LONG TIME HOWEVER THE SITE HAD A BREAK IN ONE OF THE PLUGINS. I REALLY NOT SURE WHAT THE HELL THAT MEANS BUT IT'S FIXED NOW.HAD TO CALL IN AN EXPERT.
NORTHWEST IS ON A SPRING RUN HOPE ALL GOES WELL.WOULD LOVE TO MAKE THAT ONE YEAR.
EAST JUST GOT BACK FROM OURS AND IT WAS EVENT FULL MY EYES SEEN SOME THINGS AND BIKES I WILL NEVER FORGET.
PREPARING FOR NATIONAL RUN ,BUYING AND PACKING.SHOULD HAVE SOME GREAT FOOD AND GREAT TIME.
KEEP ALL OUR MEMBERS IN YOUR THOUGHTS,PLEASE .I DO NOT KNOW OF ANY SICKNESS OTHER THAN THE NORMAL ACHES AND PAINS BUT YA NEVER KNOW.
I DO KNOW RIVER AND TOP ARE HAVING SOME SURGERIES ,TOP'S ARM RIVER PROSTRATE .
WE ALL WISH THEM THE BEST.
ZOOT WILL PATCH IN AT NATIONAL AND IF THINGS GO WELL IN THE NORTHWEST ANOTHER (BROTHER) WILL PATCH IN.DETAILS TO FOLLOW .
RADIO IF THIS HAPPENS MAKE THAT OLD FART POST A WORD OR 100.
REMEMBER EVERY MEMBER HAS THE OBLIGATION TO POST SOMETHING OLD OR NEW.WE DON'T GET TIME TOGETHER ENOUGH AND WE ALL WANT TO KNOW HOW THINGS R IN YOUR AO.
LLRB
SORRY OUR SITE WAS DOWN FOR SUCH A LONG TIME HOWEVER THE SITE HAD A BREAK IN ONE OF THE PLUGINS. I REALLY NOT SURE WHAT THE HELL THAT MEANS BUT IT'S FIXED NOW.HAD TO CALL IN AN EXPERT.
NORTHWEST IS ON A SPRING RUN HOPE ALL GOES WELL.WOULD LOVE TO MAKE THAT ONE YEAR.
EAST JUST GOT BACK FROM OURS AND IT WAS EVENT FULL MY EYES SEEN SOME THINGS AND BIKES I WILL NEVER FORGET.
PREPARING FOR NATIONAL RUN ,BUYING AND PACKING.SHOULD HAVE SOME GREAT FOOD AND GREAT TIME.
KEEP ALL OUR MEMBERS IN YOUR THOUGHTS,PLEASE .I DO NOT KNOW OF ANY SICKNESS OTHER THAN THE NORMAL ACHES AND PAINS BUT YA NEVER KNOW.
I DO KNOW RIVER AND TOP ARE HAVING SOME SURGERIES ,TOP'S ARM RIVER PROSTRATE .
WE ALL WISH THEM THE BEST.
ZOOT WILL PATCH IN AT NATIONAL AND IF THINGS GO WELL IN THE NORTHWEST ANOTHER (BROTHER) WILL PATCH IN.DETAILS TO FOLLOW .
RADIO IF THIS HAPPENS MAKE THAT OLD FART POST A WORD OR 100.
REMEMBER EVERY MEMBER HAS THE OBLIGATION TO POST SOMETHING OLD OR NEW.WE DON'T GET TIME TOGETHER ENOUGH AND WE ALL WANT TO KNOW HOW THINGS R IN YOUR AO.
LLRB
It appears we have made another one.
There's Thunder in the East, the wheels are start'n to turn.
To these Brothers, enjoy and be safe.
Boots in the wind !
Much Love & Respect ......
There's Thunder in the East, the wheels are start'n to turn.
To these Brothers, enjoy and be safe.
Boots in the wind !
Much Love & Respect ......
Several Brothers and a Support will be riding to the East Spring Run. Wishing them safe travels and good riding. My thoughts will be with all of you.
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
agreed
Happy Easter - Members, Support, and Prospects! We are enjoying a typical Texas spring. It will be great all week and then the temperatures drop and it rains all weekend! I'm getting a little tired of it, I haven't had a chance to ride the motorcycle Mickie bought me for Valentine's Day... Grrr. Well at least I'm getting some walking in, YAY!!!
See you in June!!
See you in June!!
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
had two great days here for a change.
GREETINGS Brothers, Supports, Prospects & well wishers!!
First CONGRATULATIONS to Brother Twin & Jackie on their recent nuptials!!
Looking like Spring has really, finally arrived here. Warm enough to really get out and do stuff this week. Looking at some storms tomorrow, probably just a lot of rain here.
Looking forward to Spring Run will be good to get to meet a Prospect or two.
Need to get my Bumblebee in as she developed an "odd noise" in the front jug on the last leg of last year's epic tour. This year's riding will be on Black Betty ('03 Electra Glide standard)
Best to all
DG
First CONGRATULATIONS to Brother Twin & Jackie on their recent nuptials!!
Looking like Spring has really, finally arrived here. Warm enough to really get out and do stuff this week. Looking at some storms tomorrow, probably just a lot of rain here.
Looking forward to Spring Run will be good to get to meet a Prospect or two.
Need to get my Bumblebee in as she developed an "odd noise" in the front jug on the last leg of last year's epic tour. This year's riding will be on Black Betty ('03 Electra Glide standard)
Best to all
DG
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
see ya soon DOC
Hello to all brothers ,support and prospects
As some of you know Jackie Parker and I got married this month . We thought it was time to make it official .Been together for 23 years .
LLRB TWIN
As some of you know Jackie Parker and I got married this month . We thought it was time to make it official .Been together for 23 years .
LLRB TWIN
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
love ya both CONGRATS.
Greetings and Salutations to all Brothers, Prospects, Supporters, and the interested!
Spring is fighting for it's right to shine this year, Winter is holding on with all it's got until the end- then it's our turn!
The birds singing, flowers blooming, and the sunshine gleaming on the chrome of our motorcycles. The smell of fresh oil going down the filler cap after an oil change, the rattle of the air compressor bringing tires to the correct psi, and the squeak of freshly oiled leathers ready to protect from what nature throws at 'cha .
We check the miles to various destinations, gear up, and enjoy the sensations and exposure that goes with it.
We ride for those who can't, and those who are gone but always in our hearts and souls.
We ride to represent all Vietnam Veterans that we're still here and will not be forgotten or dismissed.
It is our duty and our honor to do this 24/7, 365 days a year.
I am humbled to be counted among you.
I hope all are in good cheer, that your skies soon clear, and the weather gets warm enough for a cold beer!
LRB,
Brother Sling Blade
NSAA
Spring is fighting for it's right to shine this year, Winter is holding on with all it's got until the end- then it's our turn!
The birds singing, flowers blooming, and the sunshine gleaming on the chrome of our motorcycles. The smell of fresh oil going down the filler cap after an oil change, the rattle of the air compressor bringing tires to the correct psi, and the squeak of freshly oiled leathers ready to protect from what nature throws at 'cha .
We check the miles to various destinations, gear up, and enjoy the sensations and exposure that goes with it.
We ride for those who can't, and those who are gone but always in our hearts and souls.
We ride to represent all Vietnam Veterans that we're still here and will not be forgotten or dismissed.
It is our duty and our honor to do this 24/7, 365 days a year.
I am humbled to be counted among you.
I hope all are in good cheer, that your skies soon clear, and the weather gets warm enough for a cold beer!
LRB,
Brother Sling Blade
NSAA
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
cheers BROTHER always a pleasure reading your post.
Brothers, Prospects and Support,
Hope all are well. As for me and mine alls well. So went for a long ride the other day and I thought everything was going good untill I got a few miles from home. Stopped at the parts store, went in and came out, looked at my bike *SHIT* my right side saddlebag was gone with the wind literally!! I remember hitting a few potholes (South Carolina) does'nt have any, but I never thought my H.D. would fail in any way (cough) but it did! I took off and went the same route back but NOOOO BAAAGGG!!!
Called my insurance carrier and the deductable was $500.00 EEEKKK! so I had them drop it to $250.00. Why you say! I Went to H>D , I knew I would have to sit down. $1,275.00 later and up to 30 day wait time.Bag has to be color matched and HD only had 1 year of that color so none in the inventory. So note to self people if you have hard bags keep a close watch on your latches!
Love, Loyalty and Respect
Brother Bear
East Nomad
Hope all are well. As for me and mine alls well. So went for a long ride the other day and I thought everything was going good untill I got a few miles from home. Stopped at the parts store, went in and came out, looked at my bike *SHIT* my right side saddlebag was gone with the wind literally!! I remember hitting a few potholes (South Carolina) does'nt have any, but I never thought my H.D. would fail in any way (cough) but it did! I took off and went the same route back but NOOOO BAAAGGG!!!
Called my insurance carrier and the deductable was $500.00 EEEKKK! so I had them drop it to $250.00. Why you say! I Went to H>D , I knew I would have to sit down. $1,275.00 later and up to 30 day wait time.Bag has to be color matched and HD only had 1 year of that color so none in the inventory. So note to self people if you have hard bags keep a close watch on your latches!
Love, Loyalty and Respect
Brother Bear
East Nomad
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
I have seen where some company makes a replacement latch like what the newer bikes have,Sorry to hear BROTHER.
Nam Vets MC
First thing I want to say, my father was a Vietnam Veteran who loved his motorcycle, and he was my hero. It was not often that he spoke of your war, but when he did I listened.
My second statement is, I cannot tell you what it means to see a Vietnam Veteran MC patch on the road. It speaks of who you were then and who you are now. I can not imagine the roller coaster ride you men have endured, the hurt and the anger. You were reviled and now revered, dishonored and now honored.
I have talked with Vietnam Veterans who have said It Don't Mean Nothing, and after listening to my dad, I understand where that comes from. Seeing patches like yours and the few other Vietnam Veterans MC's that are still on the road, affords me the opportunity to tell your story (and my fathers story) to my kids and my grandchildren.They will know who you are !
I was looking at your web site the other day after work, and explaining your story, my fathers story, to my grand daughter. The truth is, she is surly too young to understand what it was I was saying, but I told it anyway.
I understand you Vietnam Vets grouping together in a motorcycle club, and I must assume that, in some ways, it still feels like "each other is all you have".
I want you to know that I honored you as a small boy, and I honor you today. Time is not your friend and I say "Keep Riding", enjoy the road and your brotherhood, you warriors have surly earned that. Know that there are some of us who still remember and will tell your story, my fathers story, for as long as we can find someone to listen.
I am filled with pride when I see your patches on the road, in them I see my father, and for me you ride for my dad.
When I am out and I run into a Vietnam Veteran patch, whether it's a MC cube or a lone vet, I buy the beer. It's a promise I made.
It's my hope to one day have the privilege and honor to buy a Nam Vets MC patch holder his beer.
I honor and respect you all, Thank You for your service !
First thing I want to say, my father was a Vietnam Veteran who loved his motorcycle, and he was my hero. It was not often that he spoke of your war, but when he did I listened.
My second statement is, I cannot tell you what it means to see a Vietnam Veteran MC patch on the road. It speaks of who you were then and who you are now. I can not imagine the roller coaster ride you men have endured, the hurt and the anger. You were reviled and now revered, dishonored and now honored.
I have talked with Vietnam Veterans who have said It Don't Mean Nothing, and after listening to my dad, I understand where that comes from. Seeing patches like yours and the few other Vietnam Veterans MC's that are still on the road, affords me the opportunity to tell your story (and my fathers story) to my kids and my grandchildren.They will know who you are !
I was looking at your web site the other day after work, and explaining your story, my fathers story, to my grand daughter. The truth is, she is surly too young to understand what it was I was saying, but I told it anyway.
I understand you Vietnam Vets grouping together in a motorcycle club, and I must assume that, in some ways, it still feels like "each other is all you have".
I want you to know that I honored you as a small boy, and I honor you today. Time is not your friend and I say "Keep Riding", enjoy the road and your brotherhood, you warriors have surly earned that. Know that there are some of us who still remember and will tell your story, my fathers story, for as long as we can find someone to listen.
I am filled with pride when I see your patches on the road, in them I see my father, and for me you ride for my dad.
When I am out and I run into a Vietnam Veteran patch, whether it's a MC cube or a lone vet, I buy the beer. It's a promise I made.
It's my hope to one day have the privilege and honor to buy a Nam Vets MC patch holder his beer.
I honor and respect you all, Thank You for your service !
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
Thank you Sir,I and my Brothers would be extremely honored to drink a beer with you.Send me some information name,address phone and if we r ever close we will for sure let you know.We r a dinosaur Club so when our last member passes the lights will go out for Nam Vets Nomad M/C.
Skinner 8163 State Hwy 49 Piedmont,Mo.63957
Skinner 8163 State Hwy 49 Piedmont,Mo.63957
brothers, i am still in se asia, i got out of the house today and checked out a small shop not far from where i am. they had 4 HD bikes available for test riding. i didn't have a helmet so i couldn't ride until an expat aussie that was there filming the event for his you tube channel. i guess filming was slow, cause he offered me his helmet and away i went on the yellow street bob, hammer down, hahaha. he was filming so our colors should be on a youtube channel in a week or so in thailand. oh yeah, only in thailand anything can happen, it was 41c today, never could forget this kind of heat.
NVFFNV
NVFFNV
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
sounds like fun except for the heat.stay safe BROTHER
Greetings Patch Holders, Prospects, Support, and watchers.
Winter has been very kind us this year here in Weiser Idaho, shoveled snow maybe twice, no subzero temps and took a ride on New Years day 🙂
Thinking this is good news for the rest of the year.
On March 29th Vietnam Veterans Day, there will be a gathering at the Capitol in Boise ID to Honor our local Vietnam Vets, rest assured our colors will be present.
I have perhaps 4 runs planned for this year to include our Northwest regional, National, plus a trip to Crater Lake, OR. on up the Coast up to WA and Home, plus a Camp out to Sandpoint Idaho hauling my camp tailor with my bike. and anything else I can dream up with. Lol
I'll be 70 this year so getting all the riding in I can come up with.
Kawasaki Vaquero has been good to me.
Prayer for safe travels for all my Brothers this year and hope to see you all at one time or another.
MLLRB
Herky Natl. Chap Nam Vet's Nomad
NVFFNV
Winter has been very kind us this year here in Weiser Idaho, shoveled snow maybe twice, no subzero temps and took a ride on New Years day 🙂
Thinking this is good news for the rest of the year.
On March 29th Vietnam Veterans Day, there will be a gathering at the Capitol in Boise ID to Honor our local Vietnam Vets, rest assured our colors will be present.
I have perhaps 4 runs planned for this year to include our Northwest regional, National, plus a trip to Crater Lake, OR. on up the Coast up to WA and Home, plus a Camp out to Sandpoint Idaho hauling my camp tailor with my bike. and anything else I can dream up with. Lol
I'll be 70 this year so getting all the riding in I can come up with.
Kawasaki Vaquero has been good to me.
Prayer for safe travels for all my Brothers this year and hope to see you all at one time or another.
MLLRB
Herky Natl. Chap Nam Vet's Nomad
NVFFNV
Admin Reply by: raymondkoch
I will join ya Brother turning 70 this year
Greetings to all Brothers, Supports, Prospects and Well-Wishers!!!
Just got back from a nice, albeit short vacation. Headed South for some Sun and warmer temps. We were not disappointed.
Beth got on two-wheels for a bit, I have video proof. So she's coming along on that.
Back in my own AO, rained yesterday; today was GREAT!! Might have to get some wind therapy if this weather keeps up.
Really looking forward to Spring Run; wish more could attend, but life oftentimes gets in our way.
Oh, btw, did NOT get warm fuzzies from either Charleston SC HD dealership. Called one, phone rang once and cut off; the other one had a voice mail answering machine. Really? Voice mail? Glad I wasn't broken down or needing assistance. Your experience may differ.
LLRBF
DG
Just got back from a nice, albeit short vacation. Headed South for some Sun and warmer temps. We were not disappointed.
Beth got on two-wheels for a bit, I have video proof. So she's coming along on that.
Back in my own AO, rained yesterday; today was GREAT!! Might have to get some wind therapy if this weather keeps up.
Really looking forward to Spring Run; wish more could attend, but life oftentimes gets in our way.
Oh, btw, did NOT get warm fuzzies from either Charleston SC HD dealership. Called one, phone rang once and cut off; the other one had a voice mail answering machine. Really? Voice mail? Glad I wasn't broken down or needing assistance. Your experience may differ.
LLRBF
DG
Brothers, Prospects, Supports and well wishers.
The weather is typical for Southern Illinois cold followed by a warm up then cold again. Lots of rain and sleet.
Finally got off my duff and got my Illinois and Florida
CCW renewed, had previously renewed my Utah license. I do wish we would get a nationwide reciprocity agreement.
Haven't worked on the bikes for weeks. Got to get them fine tuned for another riding season.
We have many wonderful things coming up this year.
LLRBF
Grumpy.
The weather is typical for Southern Illinois cold followed by a warm up then cold again. Lots of rain and sleet.
Finally got off my duff and got my Illinois and Florida
CCW renewed, had previously renewed my Utah license. I do wish we would get a nationwide reciprocity agreement.
Haven't worked on the bikes for weeks. Got to get them fine tuned for another riding season.
We have many wonderful things coming up this year.
LLRBF
Grumpy.