July 2015 Newsletter Page 1 OFFICERS DIRECTOR Bobby Sebastian (318-623-1558) Bastbseb@suddenlink.net ASST. DIRECTOR Dan Fontenot (318-664-0236) DanFontenot@suddenlink.net HOG MANAGER Mike McDonald (318-664-0793) BigMac@RenegadeHD.com TREASURER Ginny Brand (337-375-1602) GinnymBrand@yahoo.com HEAD ROAD CAPTAIN Kelley Pears (318-623-9010) KelleyHOG@aol.com SECRETARY & ACTIVITIES Robyn Chappell (337-328-8428) RjChappell@hotmail.com MEMBERSHIP Becky Ham (318-352-9945) BeckyGHam@hotmail.com EDITOR Cheryl Garland (318-880-7248) Garland2014@aol.com PHOTOGRAPHER Bob Hales (318-787-3978) Robert2986@aol.com From the Director Renegade HOG Chapter 3662 HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA July 4, 1776 is when we celebrated our independence because that is when Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence. It wasn t until September 3, 1783 that the United States and Great Britain signed the Treaty of Paris that officially ended the Revolutionary War. That is over 7 years of war with Britain that at times didn t go very well. Great Britain was the superpower of that age. The French participation in our revolution is sometimes overlooked and began with the arrival of Lafayette on July 27, 1777. France s main interest was involvement in anything that would damage the British Empire and our revolution gave them an excellent opportunity to do just that. The Constitution was signed on September 7, 1787 and finally adopted on June 21, 1788 when New Hampshire ratified it. We lost two of our own this month. Sharon Brown and Jay Coleman were part of our Renegade HOG family and they will be missed. Both of them liked being part of the Renegade HOG Chapter and you would see them often on our rides and at functions. I broke out my hydro-vest for the last couple of rides and if you ve never worn one, they work at least for about an hour before they dry out and need to be recharged. I submerge mine in water for about 5 minutes and then sling the extra water off before putting it on. I m passed the need to look cool and actually go for being cool. This month we had excellent rides to Avery Island and the Tabasco Plant, Natchitoches, Little Big Cup Restaurant in Arnaudville, the Arkansas HOG Rally, and attending the Cajun HOG monthly meeting at Prejean s. Head Road Captain, Kelley Pears and the Renegade HOG Road Captains planned rides for July and they are posted in this newsletter. Come play with us. There will be 6 Australians, from the Sydney HOG Chapter, visiting Natchitoches and New Orleans from July 14 th to 16 th. Mike Menou and I are coordinating their visit and I ll lead a ride up to Natchitoches on July 15 th. Kickstands up at 8:00 am from Renegade HD. Be Safe and Blessed, Bobby Rev Sebastian Director-Renegade HOG Chapter
IN MEMORY OF SHARON BROWN AND JAY COLEMAN In June we lost two beloved members of our HOG family. Our deepest sympathies to their families. We watched Sharon blossom the more at home she felt with the HOG members. Her sense of humor and loving nature captured all of our hearts. Jay enjoyed spending time socializing at Renegade HD and at Chapter meetings. He took care of his father the last few years. Sharon and Jay will be missed and in our thoughts as we ride!
July 2015 Newsletter Page 3 The Evolution of the Harley-Davidson Motorcycle By (Skinny) Rob Reich After a 5-year hiatus, an unfaired FLHT is offered under the revised FLHS Electra-Glide Sport name. The new FLHR Road King replaces the twicediscontinued FLHS. FLHR gets the Twin Cam 88.
July 2015 Newsletter Page 4 The Evolution of the Harley-Davidson Motorcycle By (Skinny) Rob Reich Harley-Davidson launched the Custom Vehicle Operations (CVO) line in 1999. Each year, the Motor Company selects a couple lucky models for a factory custom make-over. It was the Road King's turn in 2002 and the result: FLHRSEI, or FLHR + Screaming Eagle (as in racing parts) + I (as in Roman numeral one, indicating the first of many). For the second year in a row, the Motor Company selected the Road King for factory installed upgrades in the CVO program. This is the FLHRSE2 (which was also briefly known as FLHRSE1 2. But we know that one squared is still one, and the nomenclature soon changed).
July 2015 Newsletter Page 5 JULY ACTIVITIES Sunday, July 5: Andy Hurd will receive the FLAG from Cajun HOG at Renegade HD. 2:30pm. Everyone is encouraged to attend!! Monday, July 6: Jerry Holtz will lead us to Bleu Bayou HD to deliver the Flag. KSU 9:00 am from Renegade. 2 hour ride to Monroe, LA. Friday, July 10: Dan Fontenot leads the dinner ride. KSU 6:30 pm from Renegade. Saturday, July 11: John Martin lead us to El Patio Mexican Restaurant in Many, LA. KSU at 9:00 am from Renegade. Sunday, July 12: Mark Babineaux leads us to Vine Brothers in Centreville, MS. KSU at 7:30 am from Renegade. Wednesday, July 15: Rev Bobby Sebastian will lead us to Natchitoches, LA to meet up with the Aussies. The ride will include a plantation tour and Longleaf Vista. KSU at 8am from Renegade. Friday, July 17: Dan Fontenot leads the dinner ride. KSU 6:30pm from Renegade. Saturday, July 18: Skinny Rob leads us to the Cajun Food & Music Festival in Lake Charles (admission $8). KSU at 8:00 am Renegade. Sunday, July 19: Dan Fontenot, Journey Church, Ride To The Son. KSU 9:45 am from Renegade. Friday, July 24: Dan Fontenot leads the dinner ride. KSU 6:30 pm from Renegade. Saturday, July 25: Chapter Meeting at 10:00 am followed by short ride to Lea s Lunch Room in LeCompte. KSU approximately 11:30 am from Renegade. Sunday July 26: Jack Brown will lead us to Kinder for Brunch at the casino. ($12 or $5.50 if 55+ with players card) KSU 8:00 am from Renegade. Friday, July 31: Dan Fontenot leads the dinner ride. KSU 6:30 pm from Renegade.
July 2015 Newsletter Page 6 We love our country cooking. Great eats at the Little Big Cup in Arnoudville
July 2015 Newsletter Page 7 Wonderful weather for a ride to Avery Island.
July 2015 Newsletter Page 8 Riding is hard work that deserves a hearty meal!
July 2015 Newsletter Page 9 New member Brenda Barnhardt rides a 2013 Fat Boy. Dal Baker is this month s mileage winner at 2,427 miles!
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July 2015 Newsletter Page 11 Stuffed Hamburgers Needed: Ground Chuck Salt, Peppers, Favorite Seasoning Bacon American Cheese slices Cheddar Cheese slices Onion Diced Mushrooms (canned drain and dice) Jalapeno Pepper diced Season beef with salt, pepper and your favorite seasoning. Shape 1/2 # beef into mushroom cap shape (see photo) Place slice of American Cheese in bottom then fill with your favorite ingredients Wrap with bacon Cook on grill for 15 minutes. Top with Cheddar Cheese and finish cooking
July 2015 Newsletter Page 12 Beer Can Chicken NEEDED: Purchase beer can holder ($6 at Walmart) Favorite grilling spices 1 Whole Chicken 1 Can beer Wash and season chicken inside and out with your favorite spices. Drink 1/2 can beer. Place beer can holder, 1/2 full beer and chicken on grill per picture. Bake for 1-1/2 hours or until internal temperature reaches 165 F Remove from heat and let rest 10 minutes before serving. Stuffed Jalapeno Peppers NEEDED: Jalapeno Peppers Onion minced Cream Cheese Crab Meat, Shrimp or Any Smoked Fish chopped finely Slice Jalapeno peppers lengthwise, remove seeds and white membrane, rinse and coat outside lightly with oil. Combine all ingredients in bowl and stuff peppers. Place on grill and cook until peppers are soft (approximately 20 minutes)
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