N.J. RETREADS MOTORCYCLE CLUB

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1 November/December 2016 News/ Recap More Recap 2 Holiday Party Breakfast Schedule 2017 International 2017 International 2017 Membership Appl. 7 The Lighter Side 8 November Birthdays.. Larry Sarlo - 1 Tom Steck - 2 Frank Patterson - 2 Dawn Garth - 4 Larry Innis - 4 Katie Scott - 4 Dean Rubie - 7 Nancy White - 12 Gordon Moore - 12 Lillian Keller - 14 Rosemary Meeker - 17 Diane Impagliazzo - 17 Debbie Garbutt - 18 Henry Smith - 22 Fred Jennings - 23 Pat Deininger - 26 Fred Josephsen - 26 Beth Groff - 26 Mike Zeeman - 28 Robert Hullfish - 30 Special Thank You I wanted to thank someone who has been silently working from afar to get your newsletter on the web, Ellen Outten. Her continued support has been invaluable. Thanks Ellen.. N.J. RETREADS MOTORCYCLE CLUB News and Recap Members, I hope everyone is enjoying the Fall riding season. It s no secret that this is the weather motorcycle riders love. Our Wednesday rides are still drawing many riders (usually members) and we had a record setting Sunday ride on 9/18. Sam Beloff led a ride to the Crab House In St. Michael s Maryland. He had 24 bikes and 32 members enjoyed a beautiful day and a great meal. I had to expand the pic below just to get everyone in it!! Sam has another ride on October 30th. The annual Fall Foliage Ride, I will have a write-up and some pictures in our next newsletter. Another great ride took place in 8 states. The 2016 Fall Color Tour led by Al Swiger. We were on many unnamed twisty roads that rival the Dragon s Tail and as well as the Devil s Whip and Copperhead. There were 10 riders who made the trek with Al. Although the fall colors were mostly absent from the trip, everyone enjoyed the road choices and the weather (6 of 8 days). There were a couple of unexpected detours that we handled easily with the help of Jeff DiStefano. Nice to know we have very capable back-up. Hats off to all the riders whose motorcycle experience and friendship made for a great trip. Plans are underway for the 2017 Fall Color Tour. We may tweak the dates a bit to ensure we see the color change. Our senior ride leader Stan Ware would like to pass on a note to some of our members. THANKS My heartfelt thanks for the many kind phone calls, s, texts, cards, and visits from my Retread Biker friends as I recovered from knee replacement surgery and subsequent unpleasant health complications. The knee surgery went well. An adverse reaction to a pain medication drug, however, delayed my full recovery for several months. I'm happy to report all my systems are now GO and after a few weeks of Wednesday "practice", I returned to "full duty" on Wednesday, October 12th. The many communications from you all were so helpful and most appreciated during my recuperation. Thank you everyone! Stan Ware December Birthdays... Linda Sheldon - 1 Barb Jones - 3 Joan Galante - 8 Rick Menear - 9 Bill Platania - 11 Kim Waszkiewicz - 14 Dorothy Pinto - 14 Tom Meineke - 21 Carol White - 22 Having dinner at Calhoun s in Knoxville, TN. Best steak ever! Motorcycle Events Daytona Bike Week March 10-19, 2017 Daytona Beach, FL International Rally May (Mon. - Thur.) Early Registration on May 14 (Sunday) Bird-in-Hand, Pa. Due to the popularity of the region and past rallies, You need to make your hotel reservations early!! (see attached flyer) Northeast Regional Retreads Rally Sept , 2017 Portland, Maine 2018 International Rally June 4-7, Stoney Brook Hotel St. Joseph, MO

2 Page 2 New Jersey Retreads Motorcycle Club More Recap New Members Bill and Stephanie Crumb of Pedricktown. Rick Menear of Petersburg.. Dave Somers of Galloway.. Mike and Madilin Kenney of Berlin.. Deanna Romain of Franklinville.. Greg Gilbert and Jennifer Krug of Brooklawn. Dean Ruble of Franlinville. Marty Long of Cherry Hill Welcome new members Remember to read and review the Retreads newsletter to check on upcoming rides, events and breakfast schedules. Our next edition comes out the end of October (Nov./Dec. edition) and is posted on the Southern New Jersey Retreads web page. The supplier for Retreads merchandise (i.e. pins, patches, novelties) is Craig White, the NH rep. Craig can be contacted.. crwhtsr@gmail.com or Phone: You can still get caps and decals from me. I keep them on hand Membership It s that time of the year to renew your membership for All memberships expire December 31st. Those new members who joined during the 4th Qtr. of this year are grandfathered into If you are unsure whether you are in this category, call me. Jim Wells (609) As with the past few years, you can continue to simply print your name and sign the application, if there are no other information changes (i.e. phone, address, cycle). The most important part.. Sign Your Application We will be able to send out your 2017 membership cards before January 1st, if you send in your renewal by December 12th. This is a good time to thank Jim (Doc) Dougherty for his continued service as the club Membership Coordinator. As with all of the staff and ride leaders, we are strictly voluntary. So, next time you see our volunteer staff helping.say thank you. As the club continues to grow, we are always looking for new faces and fresh ideas to make our club great. Please let me know if you can assist with planning activities; lend a hand with getting an event started; be a ride coordinator; help with the newsletter or web Application - Page Application - Page Application - Page Application - Page 7 Upcoming Events Retreads Memorial Ride We have been taking a memorial ride each year to remember those Retreads who have passed. The ride we take is usually favorite routes taken by pass ride leaders (i.e. Fred Cook, Bernie DeAngelis, etc.) Date: November 9th KSU: Elmer Diner 8:30 am We will leave after our scheduled breakfast. Our chosen rest stops and lunch locations are those favorites to past members. Ride for the Vets We have been supportive of the American Legion Riders for many years. Many of our club members belong to and ride for Post 352 American Legion Riders located in Somers Point. The 17th annual event, Ride for the Vets will take place on November 6th. The Retreads usually have people join in this beneficial affair. When: Sunday ( Nov. 6th) Donation: $20.00 Registration: 9-10:30 AM at Atlantic County Harley (free T-shirts first 100 sign-ups) After the ride you gather at the American Legion in Somers Point for a free lunch, free draft beer, live music and door prizes Upcoming Events This is your last chance to make your reservation. You must send in your check to reserve a spot by DECEMBER 1st. This is only 5 weeks away. Here s the information from the last newsletter for your benefit. Saturday, December 10 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Hey, look on Page 3 BYOB - You are welcome to bring your favorite brew to the event. Glasses and ice will be provided on the buffet tables. You can purchase your mixers at the restaurant or you can bring them. Gift Exchange - This will be handled like years past. You bring a gift..you take a gift. $15.00 limit on gifts and please mark your gifts either Male or Female, for obvious reasons. Buffet - consists of four entrees and includes soup, complete salad bar, coffee, tea & ice tea. A special Retreads Cake with ice cream will be enjoyed by all. Entertainment - Special show is scheduled around 2pm. You need to send me your reservation slip and money by December 1st. Larry s II is strict about the preparations needed for their staffing requirements and food inventory.

3 Retreads Holiday Party Where: Larry s II Restaurant 907 N. Main Road Vineland When: 1:00 PM Date: Saturday, December 10th Deadline: Dec. 1st - Buffet-style Dinner - Holiday Music - BYOB...BYOB - Gift Exchange - Door Prizes - Live Entertainment - 50/50 Raffle - Fun...Fun The buffet includes four entrees, soup, complete salad bar, coffee, tea and ice tea and there will be a special Retreads cake with ice cream. We were fortunate to obtain a Special Guest for our entertainment. Steve Black, Entertainer & Magician Steve has been performing his highly skilled magic revue for over 25 years. Performing throughout Pennsylvania and the surrounding states. He has become one of the most sought after event Magicians in the Philadelphia area. This will be a magical afternoon to get together with old friends and make new ones. This event is open to all Retreads. Please return this portion and your check (payable to N.J. Retreads) to: Jim Wells ; 362 Beachwood Drive ; Galloway, N.J NAME(s) Dinner + Prizes + Entertainment + Gift exchange + Fun = $48 couple or $24 Single AMOUNT ENCLOSED $

4 P a g e 3 N. J. R E T R EA D S M O T O R C Y C L E C L U B Issue I s s ue 11/12 6 November Breakfast Schedule... November Breakfast Schedule SUNDAY BREAKFASTS Ride October 30 (Fall Foliage Ride) Swedesboro Diner, Kings Hwy. Swedesboro November 6 (Daylight Savings Ends) IHOP, 334 Berlin Cross Keys, Williamstown November 13 Hollywood Café, 940 Mantua Pike Woodbury Heights November 20 Elmer Diner, Rt. 40, Elmer November 27 Swedesboro Diner, Kings Hwy., Swedesboro December 4 WEDNESDAY BREAKFASTS October 26 Kountry Kitchen, Route 40, Elmer November 2 Point Diner, Rt. 40 & Rt. 77, Pole Tavern November 9 Elmer Diner, Rt. 40, Elmer November 16 November 23 Bruno s Restaurant, Route 557, Dorothy November 30 Kountry Kitchen, Route 40, Elmer Ride Schedules Weather Permitting, Rides Leave After All Breakfasts Sunday - 8:30 AM After breakfast (not before 9:00) Wednesday - 7:45 AM (Ride leaves at 8:30) December Breakfast Schedule.. December Breakfast Schedule SUNDAY BREAKFASTS WEDNESDAY BREAKFASTS December 4 December 7 (Remember Pearl Harbor) December 11 Brooklawn Diner, 297 Crescent Blvd. Brooklawn December 18 Malaga Diner, Rt. 40 & 47, Malaga December 25 No Ride - Merry Christmas January 1, 2017 No Ride - Happy New Year! Point Diner, Rt. 40 & Rt. 77, Pole Tavern December 14 December 21 (First Day Winter) Elmer Diner, Rt. 40, Elmer December 28 Silver Coin Diner, WHP, Hammonton January 4, 2017

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7 Southern New Jersey Retreads 2017 Application/Renewal Form Retreads Motorcycle Club International, Inc. AMA Charter 3233 Visit us at to learn about our group. Please Type or Print Clearly Date Applicant Co-Applicant Renewal Important: New Member Sponsored By MUST BE SIGNED BY APPLICANT AND CO-APPLICANT, if any. By voluntarily applying for membership, I understand that the Retreads cannot assume responsibility for any aspect of my safety. I understand the sport of motorcycle riding has an inherent safety hazard. I also understand that my participation in any Retread activity is strictly voluntary and further, I release and hold harmless the Retreads from any loss to my person or property. Applicant sign: Co-Applicant sign: ************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************************* If renewing you may skip any further entries UNLESS there are changes to the information below. Be sure to sign above. Address Cell # City State Zip Phone County Applicant s Birthday / / Co-Applicant s Birthday / / AMA number(s) if members Co-Rider Occupation Co-Rider Occupation Make of Motorcycle(s) Other MC club affiliations Please return entire application to: Jim Dougherty 244 Clarkstown Road ; Mays Landing, NJ Membership: $20 couple, $15 single amount enclosed $ Please make check payable to: New Jersey Retreads MC Administration use only. Card(s) # issued Date Card(s) # issued Date Check #

8 The Brighter side...that is, the Back Side I have been at our Wednesday and Sunday breakfasts and talked to a handful of our newer club members. After a brief explanation that the XL on my hat doesn t relate to the size of our members, I was asked about our Retreads Crest. Since we have added over 30 members to the club in the past 18 months, I thought it would be a good idea to publish this article on the meaning of its design. About the Retreads Crest The SHAPE of the Retread Crest was taken from a U.S. Navy award presented for that which is considered to be the best! The CHIEF - is a field of GOLD with the name RE- TREADS in BLACK thereon. It denotes those Golden Years Over Forty. The name RETREADS is obvious; we have reached an age where a "retread" has become necessary! The BAND SINISTER - is BLACK and BLUE and slants upward from left to right across the field. It signifies the Black and Blue marks that we have all acquired while learning to ride. The UPPER SINISTER field is split, half being RED with a pair of Rampant Stallion Heads in place and half being BLACK. The RED half of the Upper Sinister field represents valor and the blood that we have shed. The Rampant Stallions which appear so proud represent the strength and stamina of the Retreads. As a pair, they indicate that we work together as a team. The BLACK half of the Upper Sinister field is for the mourning of our club s departed brothers and sisters. The LOWER DEXTER field is WHITE with the Roman Numerals "XL" and the word "PLUS" beneath; both in RED. WHITE symbolizes our purity of mind and thoughts, and also the color of our face in that first tight curve! The RED Roman Numerals "XL" and the word "PLUS" designate the age of Forty and Over, which one must be to become an official member of the Retreads...and as everyone knows, life really does begin at Forty. A BLUE OVERBAR may also be placed above the field of GOLD, upon which the name of the State or Provincial Chapter in which the wearer resides is written in WHITE. WE...the RETREADS...wear this CREST with PRIDE. It designates us as members of a select group that enjoys a wonderful sport, good times, many laughs and miles of open road. The Retread "Crest" and symbol "XL Plus" and "XL+" are Registered Insignias and Trademarks in the United States of America and Canada. New Jersey Retreads Jim & Andi Wells 362 Beachwood Drive Galloway, NJ Have a Happy Thanksgiving also.