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In The Wind September 2013 MOA #66 AMA #2772 RA #327 Saturday Morning Breakfast Rides BMW Motorcycle Club of Colorado September Monthly Meeting Wednesday, 11, 2013 Monthly meetings

Dinner and socializing at 5:00 p.m., meeting 6:30 p.m. and speaker at 7:00 p.m. Red Rocks Grill Morrison, CO Every Saturday at 8:00 a.m. (rain, shine, or snow), members meet for breakfast at Red Rocks Grill in Morrison.

BMWMCC Bylaws The Club Secretary hereby notifies members of BMWMCC that the Board has prepared certain modifications and revisions to the Club Bylaws for review and comment by

Please click on the links below to review both the existing Bylaws and the proposed modified Bylaws.

1 In The Wind September 2013 MOA #66 AMA #2772 RA #327 Saturday Morning Breakfast Rides BMW Motorcycle Club of Colorado September Monthly Meeting Wednesday, 11, 2013 Monthly meetings are held on the second Wednesday at Red & Jerry s located at 1840 W Oxford Avenue, Sheridan, CO Come join us for dinner, socializing and to meet our monthly speakers. Dinner and socializing at 5:00 p.m., meeting 6:30 p.m. and speaker at 7:00 p.m. Red Rocks Grill Morrison, CO Every Saturday at 8:00 a.m. (rain, shine, or snow), members meet for breakfast at Red Rocks Grill in Morrison. If weather permits, we ride afterwards. Most rides are spontaneous, with destinations determined that morning. Come with ride suggestions! BMWMCC Bylaws The Club Secretary hereby notifies members of BMWMCC that the Board has prepared certain modifications and revisions to the Club Bylaws for review and comment by members at the Club business meeting to take place at Red and Jerry s on Wednesday, September 11, 2013, to commence at 7:00 P.M. Please click on the links below to review both the existing Bylaws and the proposed modified Bylaws. Please review these documents prior to the business meeting as they will not be read in their entirety. The Board appreciates your participation in this process and welcomes your input for its consideration. Jeff Kelley BMWMCC Secretary Current Bylaws Board Proposed Bylaws View or Download 2013 Ride Book Click Here BMWMCC.org In the Wind 1

September Rides & Events September 6-8, 2013 Lake City Ride & Campout 9:00 AM The Fort, Morrison Kerry

Morrison Paul Shu Shushan 303-229-1835 pshushan@gmail.com Karst Postma 720-545-3582 ads@bmwmcc.

Ride Gray Buckley 720-963-9641 graybuckley@gmail.

Judy Bygott 303-349-3041 pbygott@comcast.net September 20-22, 2013 Thunder Mountain Rendezvous - www.

2 September Rides & Events September 6-8, 2013 Lake City Ride & Campout 9:00 AM The Fort, Morrison Kerry Miller September 6-8, 2013 Bavarian Mountain Weekend Rally - September 13-16, 2013 Fall Overnight PassBagger 3-4 Day Camping Trip 8:00 AM The TNT Country Kitchen, Morrison Paul Shu Shushan pshushan@gmail.com Karst Postma ads@bmwmcc.org September 14, 2013 BMWMCC Annual Memorial Ride (See Page 3 for details) 8:30 AM Breakfast - 9:30 AM Ride Gray Buckley graybuckley@gmail.com September 14, th Annual Oktoberfest in Breckenridge 9:30 AM Red Rocks Grill, Morrison Pat & Judy Bygott pbygott@comcast.net September 20-22, 2013 Thunder Mountain Rendezvous - September 21, 2013 Annual Golden Aspen Ride 8:00 AM The TNT Country Kitchen, Morrison Carl Thomte rcarloski@msn.com September 27-29, 2013 Flatlanders Fall Festival Siggi Pflumm siggip@msn.com BMWMCC.org In the Wind 2

O c t o b e r R i d e s & E v e n t s October 5, 2013 Member Appreciation Day Pot-Luck Picnic October 5, 2013 13th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Ride Suzanne Weston

A five dollar contribution will be made by the club toward the cost of dinner for members who attend.

RUN FOR OFFICE OR COME TO CAST YOUR VOTE!

nt along the Front Range. A light breakfast will be served during registration between 8:30 and 9:29 a.m.

3 O c t o b e r R i d e s & E v e n t s October 5, 2013 Member Appreciation Day Pot-Luck Picnic October 5, th Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Ride Suzanne Weston s_sweston@msn.com October 9, 2013 BMWMCC Officer Election Dinner The BMWMCC annual Officer election will be conducted at the October monthly meeting. A five dollar contribution will be made by the club toward the cost of dinner for members who attend. Elected positions include: President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer. This is your opportunity to get involved and make a positive contribution to your club. RUN FOR OFFICE OR COME TO CAST YOUR VOTE! September 14, 2013 Annual Memorial Ride We remember friends and fellow riders who now travel toll free on that smooth winding highway in the sky. Please join us for 2 hours, over 82 miles, of scenic 2-lane pavement along the Front Range. A light breakfast will be served during registration between 8:30 and 9:29 a.m., Saturday, September 14th at Foothills BMW located at 14th & Wadsworth, Lakewood, during which voluntary donations to CP of Colorado will be accepted. Please make checks payable to CP of Colorado. Donations will be accepted by check only. We ride at 9:30 sharp and estimate our arrival time at Big Horn Restaurant (401 W. Elkhorn Avenue, Estes Park), around noon for lunch. Please RSVP Gray Buckley if you plan to attend, so that sufficient food can be prepared. Gray Buckley, , or graybuckley@gmail.com. Big Horn Menu: Note: Beemers & More send their regrets in not being able to sponsor this year s ride, due to their commitment to setting up bikes and equipment at the (new) Raw Hyde weekend long event. BMWMCC.org In the Wind 3

Another Great R ally... Well, another summer is about to end and another TOR behind us.

of party or event that will no doubt involve good food, music and lots of people.

deal of 2013 in my happy place. And to all of those who volunteered to join me there, I sincerely thank you.

by those in attendance, I believe we provided our guests another wonderful rally experience.

4 Another Great R ally... Well, another summer is about to end and another TOR behind us. Those of you who know me are probably aware by now that when I need to find my happy place I immediately start planning some type of party or event that will no doubt involve good food, music and lots of people. As the rally chair for this year s TOR, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you for allowing me to spend a great deal of 2013 in my happy place. And to all of those who volunteered to join me there, I sincerely thank you. With the help of Bob Bushta, our Paonia coordinator, along with other members of the teen center board, based on the many comments by those in attendance, I believe we provided our guests another wonderful rally experience. We hope you will join us again next year in Paonia, July for the 2014 TOR. Sharon Via, TOR Rally Chair Please click on the link below to read the article written by Kathy Browning published in the Delta County Independent newspaper. Music in the Park BMWMCC.org In the Wind 4

5 We Had Fun! Camaraderie Toys Good Food & Drinks Happy Travelers Field Games BMWMCC.org In the Wind 5

6 100k Event Photos Carl Thomte and Cathy Catrell, 100k Ride Organizers sincerely thank; Michael and Keren Kilgore, Jeff Burns, Suzanne Weston, Frank Ricci and Karen Schoessler for their time and talent in welcoming riders and sending them on their way in such a timely manner. First to complete the 100k ride! Join us next year! Along the route... Dinner at Prospect Park located in Wheat Ridge. Luckily the rain storm held out until the end of the day! BMWMCC.org In the Wind 6

7 Gold R ush Ride Photos Thank you ride leader, Michael Kilgore! BMWMCC.org In the Wind 7

Thanks Everyone! Thanks for once again putting on such a great rally! I have now gone to TOR 22 times, all at Paonia. Bear with me while I tell you a story.

plunking my keister down on the ground. I continued to use the ground, any un-used chair and/or a picnic table bench for the remainder of the rally.

things. Again, this happened while sitting around with my friends.

8 Thanks Everyone! Thanks for once again putting on such a great rally! I have now gone to TOR 22 times, all at Paonia. Bear with me while I tell you a story. I ve been using a Travel Chair at rallies for nearly three decades. Two years ago at TOR, while sitting around with my friends, the duck fabric seat gave out with a loud RRRIPP! plunking my keister down on the ground. I continued to use the ground, any un-used chair and/or a picnic table bench for the remainder of the rally. I then acquired one of those inexpensive umbrella folding chairs and used it last year and this year until one of those complex plastic corner knuckles had a come-apart, as usually happens with those things. Again, this happened while sitting around with my friends. I didn t hit the dirt this time though, as one part of the busted knuckle rested against the other and, with the assistance of some tie-wire, continued to function OK, as long as I sat down carefully and didn t wiggle around. Since I had now lost two camp chairs at TOR, my friends and I all agreed it would be good and proper if I won the Kermit! I never gave that theory much hope though. I ve been trying to win a Kermit at rallies ever since they were introduced, without any success. Two longtime friends at the rally were part of the group and they both have Kermits. They jovially said they would give me the chair if one of them had their name drawn. One of those friends is named Walter Czech. I still have to pinch myself when I recall the events of last Saturday evening! Photo attached. I am on the left, with a Big Grin! - Jim Mason, Wichita KS BMWMCC.org In the Wind 8

Lake City Ride Howdy all, For those wishing to ride as a group we will be meeting at The Fort parking lot just north of US 285 at Hwy 8 (toward Morrison) with a planned departure time of 9:00 am on

The owner at Elkhorn Resort said he would honor last year s price of $20 but only for cash dollars. Credit card transactions will incur a higher fee; I neglected to ask how much.

10 Lake City Ride Howdy all, For those wishing to ride as a group we will be meeting at The Fort parking lot just north of US 285 at Hwy 8 (toward Morrison) with a planned departure time of 9:00 am on Friday, Sept 6th. Of course, if you wish to make your own way there s nothing wrong with that; just mention you are with BMWMCC when you get down to the Elkhorn RV Resort. The owner at Elkhorn Resort said he would honor last year s price of $20 but only for cash dollars. Credit card transactions will incur a higher fee; I neglected to ask how much. For those so inclined there are cabins for rent. Although that weekend is the end of their season and traditionally slow, if you want a cabin I recommend calling down there to reserve one. Their number is You can get additional info off of their website Hope to see you there! Kerry Miller kerrymmiller@comcast.net (cell) Lake City Trip Details Here is a little info going out to the riders joining us for this trip was the inaugural of this event. This year, as last, we will be staying at the Elkhorn RV Resort, which has hot showers, a fire-pit, and nice camp area. With the scenic area, fun and varied riding available in the area, it is a terrific weekend trip. Lake City sits at 8,761 with a temperature range that averages 70 for a high to a low of 36 in September. Many of the passes in the area are in excess of 10,000 so, riders/campers should pack and dress accordingly. BMWMCC.org In the Wind 10

Campout Weekend Referring to the map at the left, all distances are approximate. Blue Line Outbound: US 285 to Buena Vista; Cottonwood Pass (lunch at Alta?

Yellow Line Return: CO 149 to Gunnison; US 50 to Canon City; CO 09 thru Florissant Fossil Beds; US 24 to Woodland Park; CO 67 to Sedalia; US 85 to Englewood.

Red Line For those craving extra distance: Durango to Cortez, by Telluride and rejoins the Green Line at Ridgeway. The Outbound/Return trips are 280 miles each. The Green Line trip is 385 miles.

11 Campout Weekend Referring to the map at the left, all distances are approximate. Blue Line Outbound: US 285 to Buena Vista; Cottonwood Pass (lunch at Alta?); US 50 through Gunnison; CO 149 to Lake City. Yellow Line Return: CO 149 to Gunnison; US 50 to Canon City; CO 09 thru Florissant Fossil Beds; US 24 to Woodland Park; CO 67 to Sedalia; US 85 to Englewood. Green Line Saturday pavement trip: Durango, Silverton, Ouray, Montrose, back to Lake City. Red Line For those craving extra distance: Durango to Cortez, by Telluride and rejoins the Green Line at Ridgeway. The Outbound/Return trips are 280 miles each. The Green Line trip is 385 miles. The Red Line is 145 miles, but only adds 85 miles to the Green Line route. Much of the mountain riding is over switchback roads where 45 mph is a reasonable speed. Riders should plan accordingly in regards to time management. The Alpine Loop (west of Lake City) is one of the most scenic rides (drives) in all of Colorado and has options to drop down into Silverton or Ouray. Those wishing to ride this route are well advised to ride down on a GS or similar bike. For additional info on the Alpine Loop visit Photos from 2012 Lake City Weekend BMWMCC.org In the Wind 11

Photo Taken Where? Yes, I know you ve seen lots of these pictures before. They come from the poorest of countries all around the world.

The question I was asked was, Is this a Harley? I have a different question. Where was this picture taken? The answer: July 2013 on I-70 near Idaho Springs! No lie!

A five-time motorcycle land-speed record holder and racing team owner, she is a member of the Mojave Magnum 200 MPH Club and the Texas Mile 200 MPH Club (earned with backto-back 212 mph runs).

12 Photo Taken Where? Yes, I know you ve seen lots of these pictures before. They come from the poorest of countries all around the world. Those folks have no other transportation than a bike, if even that. Not exactly the intended use but... necessity is the mother of invention. So, here s the picture. The question I was asked was, Is this a Harley? I have a different question. Where was this picture taken? The answer: July 2013 on I-70 near Idaho Springs! No lie! Well, at least he has a helmet on. Submitted by Jeff Burns The records continue to fall under the wheels of BMW Motorrad USA HP Race Parts and CTEK Power USA-sponsored Valerie Thompson s S 1000 RR. A five-time motorcycle land-speed record holder and racing team owner, she is a member of the Mojave Magnum 200 MPH Club and the Texas Mile 200 MPH Club (earned with backto-back 212 mph runs). When she s not on the track, she s making appearances to promote her team sponsors and to support and inspire kids with charitable organizations such as HopeKids.org. While actually catching her on the track may be next to impossible, you can catch up with her latest activity on her Facebook page. BMWMCC.org In the Wind 12

2013 Officers & Board Members President: Carl Thomte - President@BMWMCC.org Vice President: Mike Szabo - Vicepresident@BMWMCC.org Treasurer: Frank Ricci - Treasurer@BMWMCC.

org Ride Book Editor: Cathy Catrell - InTheWind@BMWMCC.org Club Store: Paul Shu Shushan - Store@BMWMCC.org Advertising: Karst Postma - Ads@BMWMCC.

13 2013 Officers & Board Members President: Carl Thomte - President@BMWMCC.org Vice President: Mike Szabo - Vicepresident@BMWMCC.org Treasurer: Frank Ricci - Treasurer@BMWMCC.org Secretary: Jeff Kelley - Secretary@BMWMCC.org Membership: Sharon Via - Membership@BMWMCC.org Webmaster: Keren Kilgore - Webmaster@BMWMCC.org ITW Editor: Cathy Catrell - InTheWind@BMWMCC.org Ride Book Editor: Cathy Catrell - InTheWind@BMWMCC.org Club Store: Paul Shu Shushan - Store@BMWMCC.org Advertising: Karst Postma - Ads@BMWMCC.org TOR Rally Chair: Sharon Via - Topotherockies@BMWMCC.org 100K Foot Ride Chair: Carl Thomte - 100Kftride@BMWMCC.org Canyon Mixer Chair: Ken Off - CanyonMixer@BMWMCC.org Social Director: Siggi Pflumm - Social@BMWMCC.org Board Trustee: Siggi Pflumm Board Trustee: Ken Slough Board Trustee: Michael Kilgore Join the BMWMCC Facebook page. All are welcome to become friends and post news, photos, or whatever else you think would be interesting to other riders. BMWMCC.org In the Wind 13

14 C l u b M e m b e r s h i p Colorado Beemers the premier motorcycle club of North America! Join like-minded motorcycle fans for club rides, breakfast meetings, social get-togethers, and safety meetings. Enjoy the great roads of Colorado and beyond with other adventurous motorcycle riders with weekly rides, weekend overnights and rides to rallies. Whether dual sport or touring, you are sure to find someone to ride with and enjoy our beautiful state. Colorado Beemers offers a monthly newsletter and an interactive website with an excellent knowledge base just for members. The club sponsors the internationally known Top of the Rockies Rally, and the 100,000 Foot Ride, plus more than two dozen other rides and events. You will enjoy your motorcycle even more by joining this family-oriented, friendly group. o Application for Membership o Renewal o Change of Address o MOA # o RA # o AMA # Member & Spouse Name: Address: City, State, Zip: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Bike Model(s): Annual Membership Fees $25 Single / $250 Lifetime $35 Couple / $350 Lifetime Make checks payable to: BMWMCC P.O. Box 742 Morrison, CO Sign up online at By signing I/we understand that the BMW Motorcycle Club of Colorado cannot assume responsibility for any aspect of my/our safety and that if I/we participate in any sanctioned event, I/we do so voluntarily on my/our own assessment of ability, the course, and all facilities and conditions, assuming all risks. I/we release and hold BMWMCC harmless for any and all injuries or loss to my/our person or property which may result therefrom. Signature Spouse Signature We would like to volunteer to: o Lead a Ride o Help with Club Event o Help with Club Activity Volunteers Welcome! o Help with Club Activity o Other P.O. Box 742 Morrison, CO

In The Wind. Rides TOR. Monthly Meeting. Greg Cocks. Monthly Scheduled Paonia. Speaker. Wednesday, August 8th

In The Wind. Rides TOR. Monthly Meeting. Greg Cocks. Monthly Scheduled Paonia. Speaker. Wednesday, August 8th In The Wind Monthly Meeting Wednesday, August 8th Monthly meetings are held at Red & Jerry s, located at 1840 W Oxford Avenue, Sheridan, CO 80110. Dinner and socializing at 5:00 p.m., meeting 6:30 p.m.