The Biker Chicks of Lit

[copperbutterfly]

Joe thank you for sharing Rolling Thunder...those were some awesome pics...

I've just read the news about MoJo...I am honored to have been in his thoughts... It's funny, I re-read a PM today that he sent awhile back...and smiled...I wish I had gotten more time...for now I am thankful for the brief touch in my life. Ride well, my friend....the wind in your face up there must be awesome....

 

[supahspaz]

I took part in the Rolling Thunder Ride to the Wall Sunday for the first time. I rode in an escorted ride leaving the Rockville Harley Shop, which is about 25 miles north of the Pentagon. We had about 25 Motorcycle police and who know how many cruisers. I have know idea how many bikes were in the procession, but it took 45 minutes from the first bikes leaving to when I started rolling and all I could see in my mirrors were bikes. I've heard we had over 1000 bikes.

They totally shut down the entire route to vehicular traffic. If you don't know DC, the interstates they closed are heavily travelled, 24/7. I can't image the delays the closures caused.
We had a group somewhere in front of me that broke off the procession and the rest of the us behind them followed them into DC, so we got seperated from the escort ride and had to work our way back into VA to the Pentagon. I lead a group of about 20 bikes through DC to our destination, and got alot of thank you's. It turned out to be HOG group from Ohio. Imagine a jap sport bike leading a group of Harley's
We got to the Pentagon and it was just a sea of bikes, and I could only see 2 lots. They had a total of 5 parking lots filled with bikes. The procession to the wall started at 12 noon and I didn't move out of the lot I was in until 2:50. MrsJ was at the start of the parade route and said the last bikes rolled by at 3:30.
I cannot put into words what that expierenc was like. All those riders out there in support of all vets and the POW/MIA issue left me speechless.

Enough dialog, here are the pics. Some were taken on the fly, so they may not be the sharpest, but I did the best I could.

It's pretty touching.. I am speechless.

 

[ElusivButterfly]

I know that road well and I have never seen that number and different styles of bikes. Great pics.

I will be posting the pics of Rolling Thunder in the next day or two. I just have to find the pics that really show what an unbelievable expierance it was.

It was amazing...Large groups of bikes. The one of the trike was a group out of Pa. All had different types of bikes. I didn't see any colors or group t-shirts or anything so I figured it was just a poker run or something like that. Myrtle Beach Bike Week had just ended and these bikes were headed south on 81, not north, so they must have just been on some sort of run.

 

[ElusivButterfly]

Rolling Thunder Ride

Awesome pics....Must have been overwhelming.

 

[DiJiT]

Great pics Joe. It looks like the message aswell as the crowd were overwhelming.

 

[joej]

Joe thank you for sharing Rolling Thunder...those were some awesome pics...

I've just read the news about MoJo...I am honored to have been in his thoughts... It's funny, I re-read a PM today that he sent awhile back...and smiled...I wish I had gotten more time...for now I am thankful for the brief touch in my life. Ride well, my friend....the wind in your face up there must be awesome....

I had just asked DiJit not to long ago if he heard from Mojo. People come and go so much on Lit, but sometimes there some people that just stick in your mind.

How was the ride and ralley. 700 miles in 4 days is alot of riding if you are not used to doing long haul runs. I've seen pics and heard about the RRR and it is one that I would love to see. I might have to break down and rent a Harley though. The crowd didn't look like it was a sportbike crowd

 

[joej]

It's pretty touching.. I am speechless.

You have to put it on your must do list, and take that escorted ride out of Rockville Harley, all the other local dealers and custom shops all join that ride. The people travelling on the interstates that were shut down just got out thier cars and waved. I saw several other groups of bikes not in our rides stopped as well, and they just watched and waved. All the overpasses had people on them waving flags and cheering as well. It was an unbelievable event, especially as a local that know what it means when they shut those roads down.

 

[supahspaz]

You have to put it on your must do list, and take that escorted ride out of Rockville Harley, all the other local dealers and custom shops all join that ride. The people travelling on the interstates that were shut down just got out thier cars and waved. I saw several other groups of bikes not in our rides stopped as well, and they just watched and waved. All the overpasses had people on them waving flags and cheering as well. It was an unbelievable event, especially as a local that know what it means when they shut those roads down.

*noted* on the list

 

[Anniejustagirl]

Congrats on the weight loss. And some encouragement. You should be proud of working that hard, and Dede is right, show it off.

Thanks Joe... will have to try again this Friday... hit a snag. *chuckle*

...LMAO...They must have thought I was nuts, so they gave their permission...LOL

Nuts... doubtful... another bike addict... entirely possible! Great pics! Thanks for sharing!

Imagine a jap sport bike leading a group of Harley's

All those riders out there in support of all vets and the POW/MIA issue left me speechless.

now That was a kodak moment in the making!

Awesome pics Joe... very envious of your experience.... definitely on my list!!!!

 

[joej]

It was amazing...Large groups of bikes. The one of the trike was a group out of Pa. All had different types of bikes. I didn't see any colors or group t-shirts or anything so I figured it was just a poker run or something like that. Myrtle Beach Bike Week had just ended and these bikes were headed south on 81, not north, so they must have just been on some sort of run.

If I my memory serves me right, and that is an ify thing at all times, they were haviing something in York, PA that weekend.

 

[joej]

Great pics Joe. It looks like the message aswell as the crowd were overwhelming.

I rode solo and MrsJ took the subway into DC and was the beginning of the parade route, standing next to a group of VN vets. She spent 3.5 hours with tears rolling down her face watching all the riders saluting and honking thier horns. I think she was more drained then I was.

 

[supahspaz]

I rode solo and MrsJ took the subway into DC and was the beginning of the parade route, standing next to a group of VN vets. She spent 3.5 hours with tears rolling down her face watching all the riders saluting and honking thier horns. I think she was more drained then I was.

It's a great thing and so amazing

 

[DiJiT]

I rode solo and MrsJ took the subway into DC and was the beginning of the parade route, standing next to a group of VN vets. She spent 3.5 hours with tears rolling down her face watching all the riders saluting and honking thier horns. I think she was more drained then I was.

MrsJ doesn't trust your riding skills or what? LOL

Well it sounds like it was an emotional time all around.

BTW- I was thinking that since I'm not a rider like you guys(yet) and couldn't tkae part in the "soul Ride" I thought I could do another kind of tribute, but wanted some feedback first.

I thought I could do a sculpture of a Motorcycle as a tribute. What do you think?

 

[bearlee]

Mojo's Family and his Friends all Thank You for your Thoughts and Prayers.
He voluteered for a special operation to take samples from the lesions on his spine from MS. The operation would do him no good because of the advanced stages of his disease. He died after from complications. He was The very best of Father, Friend and a Truly Talented Artist with Metal. Mojo had the Coolest Soul of any person I have had The honor of Knowing. We are planning a special ride For his Son and Exwife this July. We are Calling it the "Soul Ride". He wanted to tell Joej, Bearlee, CopperButterfly, ElusiveButterfly, dijit and All of you that" You brought him Alot of Love and Smiles"
Thank You Again From His BRO'S!!!!

So very sorry to hear of the loss of your brother and my thoughts go out to you and your family. I have MS and he and I exchanged some PMs about it. Heck of a nice guy and I'm happy to hear myself and others were able to bring some smiles to the guy. Hang tough.

 

[joej]

MrsJ doesn't trust your riding skills or what? LOL

Well it sounds like it was an emotional time all around.

BTW- I was thinking that since I'm not a rider like you guys(yet) and couldn't tkae part in the "soul Ride" I thought I could do another kind of tribute, but wanted some feedback first.

I thought I could do a sculpture of a Motorcycle as a tribute. What do you think?

The clock is ticking, which means you better get started on it yesterday.
I have learned learned in the last serveral years and I saw it the weekend. Bikers are gratefull for any love sent for a Bro or Sister. And they are the first to organize a charity fundraiser to help someone in need.

I think it would be a great idea.

 

[copperbutterfly]

MrsJ doesn't trust your riding skills or what? LOL

Well it sounds like it was an emotional time all around.

BTW- I was thinking that since I'm not a rider like you guys(yet) and couldn't tkae part in the "soul Ride" I thought I could do another kind of tribute, but wanted some feedback first.

I thought I could do a sculpture of a Motorcycle as a tribute. What do you think?

DJ...my thoughts on the subject...what a kind man you are...none of us really knew Brad...but he was a kindred spirit and he leaves behind a family and friends. I am sure that any thoughts, prayers and tributes we can send that way will be received and accepted with open hearts.

 

[DiJiT]

Well you both make good points.

Joe: You're right to say I should start it YESTERDAY!! These things take time, but I would also have to find a place to get it fired around here, then go to the only ceramic store around and get more glazes for it. It will be a lengthy process to say the least.

Copper: I'm sure the thought would be appreciated, but I'm not that good of a sculptor yet so I'm not sure if the execution would be that appreciated.

Also I'm at a bit of a loss as to what to do with it once its done.

Thanks for the input guys.

 

[joej]

Well you both make good points.

Joe: You're right to say I should start it YESTERDAY!! These things take time, but I would also have to find a place to get it fired around here, then go to the only ceramic store around and get more glazes for it. It will be a lengthy process to say the least.

Copper: I'm sure the thought would be appreciated, but I'm not that good of a sculptor yet so I'm not sure if the execution would be that appreciated.

Also I'm at a bit of a loss as to what to do with it once its done.

Thanks for the input guys.

That's a good point. Hopefully they will keep us posted about the ride and someone can contact them about an adress.

You posted earlier about MrsJ lack of confidence is my skills. You're right. I have been riding less than a year and while we have lots of 2 up ride time together, we didn't know what to expect. So we played it safe. I was lucky that I didn't have any close calls, but I say plenty that had it been me, given the height of my bike, we might of gone down. 2 up at clutch crawl speeds is a bitch with my high center of gravity. She will be on BOB (that's Bitch on Back if you didn't know ) next year.

 

[joej]

DJ...my thoughts on the subject...what a kind man you are...none of us really knew Brad...but he was a kindred spirit and he leaves behind a family and friends. I am sure that any thoughts, prayers and tributes we can send that way will be received and accepted with open hearts.

Amen to that.

 

[Anniejustagirl]

BTW- I was thinking that since I'm not a rider like you guys(yet) and couldn't tkae part in the "soul Ride" I thought I could do another kind of tribute, but wanted some feedback first.

I thought I could do a sculpture of a Motorcycle as a tribute. What do you think?

Well you both make good points.

Joe: You're right to say I should start it YESTERDAY!! These things take time, but I would also have to find a place to get it fired around here, then go to the only ceramic store around and get more glazes for it. It will be a lengthy process to say the least.

Copper: I'm sure the thought would be appreciated, but I'm not that good of a sculptor yet so I'm not sure if the execution would be that appreciated.

Also I'm at a bit of a loss as to what to do with it once its done.

DiJ... It's an Awesome idea... and working on it just may be the inspiration you need to realize where your tribute should go.... and lengthy process or no... when you get creative in the name and memory of someone special.... time is eternal... just my thought.....

 

[copperbutterfly]

Good evening everybody...I have pics!!!! Joe it is not Rolling Thunder...but it was amazing all the same...

Red River Rally 2006

Starting early in the day...maybe 11am

 

[copperbutterfly]

More Red River 2006...

 

[copperbutterfly]

Red River 2006 ...The last of the rally pics!

 

[copperbutterfly]

These 3 are the area where everybody stayed...

The one of my bike didn't turn out!

 

[joej]

Good evening everybody...I have pics!!!! Joe it is not Rolling Thunder...but it was amazing all the same...

Red River Rally 2006

Starting early in the day...maybe 11am

Amazing pics. This is why I started this thread, we all get to see the events we can't get to through someone else's eyes.

I would love to get out there, the background scenery is enough to make me drool. And I can just imagine how much fun those roads would be to ride.