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Wing Word
                                        May 2019
                                    GWRRA Chapter AB-C
                                        Innisfail
Monthly Chapter Gatherings
GWRRA AB-C meets the last Monday of the month at 7:30 pm in the Legion Board Room, 5108-49 Ave Innisfail.

Chapter Information
Leadership contacts are listed on our GWRRA Chapter AB-C website. We have a very well maintained website,
please check it often for the ride schedule & event updates. www.gwrra-chapter-abc.org

Join Us for Breakfast
Sunday mornings all year 9:00 AM at A&W Gasoline Alley West side of QE2, Red Deer - everyone welcome!

Chapter Ride every Sunday
Sunday mornings following breakfast during riding season, riders assemble in A&W parking lot at 9:45, ride
leaves by 10:00. Ride in a group or at your own pace as far as you like, the schedule is on our chapter website.

Chapter Ride every Wednesday
Ride leaves Costco parking lot during riding season Wednesday evenings at 6:30 pm for an "ice cream run"!

          GWRRA President: Anita Alkire     Prairie District Directors: Gary & Susan Premech
                                          Chapter AB-C
          Directors: Wayne & Linda Renfert          Assistant CD's: Terry & Glenda Heidt
          Treasurer: Rob Christensen               Ride Coordinator: Terry Heidt
          COY: Rob Christensen & Linda Yelich       MEC: George & Margaret Rehman
          Newsletter Editor: Glenda Heidt           Webmaster & Media Publisher: Milt Sorensen
          Calendar Publisher: Fred Grono            Historian: Brian Brown

                                   What's Inside this Month's Issue
            The Goldwing Way                              Ride Coordinator Report
            Chapter Director's Message                    Motorcycle Awareness Month
            Member Spotlight                              Rider Education Courses
            Million Miles of Memories                     Do you have your Chapter Calendar
            No Holds Barred Bowling                       Upcoming Bug Run
            Awards & Recognition Night                    They're Just Tires - Right?
            Back When                                     Birthdays & 50/50 winner
            Prairies District Director's Report           Where in Alberta
            District Rally Poster & Information           Salmon Arm & 100 Mile House Rallies
                                                          Classifieds

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The Goldwing Way - Newsletter Editor Notes
                  gheidt1@shaw.ca H: 403-343-0885 C: 403-872-0885

                    Hello everybody!
                    It wasn't the Academy Awards but our chapter award night was
                    definitely something to remember! We not only acknowledged our
                    riders that placed tops in our award categories, we also paid tribute
                    to our members for long term memberships and responsibilities -
                    indeed worth a celebration. Thank you to our chapter ride
                    coordinator/assistant director Terry Heidt for collecting and
                    presenting the stats. Our chapter is in its 35th year and going strong.
Also thank you to our treasurer Rob Christensen who summarized and named off all of
the 50/50 winners over the past two years as well as the amounts given to our chapter.
This is where we make our money - well done chapter AB-C!

This month's Member Spotlight is with Fred Grono, thank you for sharing your history of
motorcycling Fred. Watch for next month's newsletter when the spotlight will shine on
Terry Johnson.

Our annual bowling extravaganza was "un-BOWL-ievable". As always, we had a great
time and I might add we have some mighty fine bowlers. We are now aptly named the
"Bowling Stones" with time to "Spare". Thank you to our organizers Bill & Connie
Durie, they sure "Gutt-er-done! Great job with the arrangements, you are certain to get a
chuckle out of Bills write up - so FUNNY!!

Miles of Smiles
Glenda

                           Did Someone say Ice Cream!!

Set your devices to remind you of the Wednesday evening ice cream rides, officially
commenced as of Wednesday May 1st. No pre-destination determined, we just "wing
it", eat ice cream and enjoy the simple pleasure of a bike ride.

We meet in the Costco parking lot near the gas pumps - the ride leaves by 6:30. This
departure time will be consistent through to October so it's easy to remember!

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Directors Message - Wayne Renfert

                              Come Along "For the Ride"

Our scheduled chapter riding season is here! Check our web site often for the ride
schedule list and new information as it is updated frequently.

Our regular season began May 5th with destination rides every Sunday morning following
breakfast at A&W. Riders group at 9:45 and the ride will leave by 10:00. We ride in
groups of about five in a staggered formation as per GWRRA riding guidelines led by a
road captain who communicates with a tail gunner.

If you ride at a slower pace or are only riding a partial route just let the captains know -
all riders welcome, we are a non-judgemental group. Often, the riders on Trikes or
Spyders will make up a group. Expect a great ride, camaraderie, some scenic stops and
perhaps a lunch or refreshment break depending on the day.

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I purchased my first motorcycle in 1970. A 1966 Kawasaki F1 175 and I still have it. I have threatened to
sell it over the years but my kids said no way, you can’t sell that! They all learnt to ride it. It even came with
electric start. I few years ago, I decided to refurbish it and found out that it had a Suzuki triple tree on it.
Not sure how that happened but decided that wouldn’t do so I found the proper one on eBay. There was
only a plastic front fender on it when I purchased so I found the proper one on eBay as well. Turns out
they were stainless steel. The bike has a 4 speed rotary transmission, so four down and then you can go to
neutral again. No need to down shift to find neutral. Since it was fairly new when I bought it with about
2000 miles on, I am sure it has the original tires on it as I have never changed them.

I have had other bikes over the years. Somewhere along the line I graduated to a Honda CB 350 for a
while. Loved the sound that came out of the pipes! Rode a Triumph Bonneville 650 for a while as well.
Seem to recall it leaked more oil than anything else. That’s me on the Triumph with the F1 behind me.

Then in 1980 I purchased a brand new Honda CM400T. Sweet bike! Rode it for several years before I sold
it. Seems there were more kids in the picture so biking took a back seat for a while, but always had the old
Kawasaki when the urge to ride came up.

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Seems there was always room on the old Kawasaki for one
                                            more!

                                            It wasn’t until 2008 when I purchased my 1986 Goldwing
                                            1200i. While I was still a youngster, I had friends that had
                                            Goldwing's and I always wanted one. It’s an American bike
                                            originating out of Nebraska. I am the third owner. With
                                            around 100k kms on it, it should be good for a while yet. It
                                            has taken me through Montana, Idaho, Washington,
                                            Oregon and northern California as well as the western
                                            Canadian provinces.
                                             I do dream of riding an 1800 though. Perhaps one day.

Newsletter Info
Thank you everyone for your great articles, keep'em coming - without them your newsletter would
not happen! I would love some feedback on the chapter newsletter, what do you like, what don't you
like, what could be changed or added to make it better? I will do my best to streamline the
newsletter to your responses.
Pop me an email at gheidt1@shaw.ca or call or send a text to 403-872-0885, even if just to say hello.
Cheers!
Glenda

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Million Miles of Memories - Glenn Turple
July 8th 2018 was the day of our chapter annual bug run. July 22nd was the annual ride for sight
fundraiser. We rode to Bragg Creek where it started. The ride was to Okotoks and west to Turner
Valley looping back to the start.
July 28th was my 90th birthday and we rode to Ponoka for the annual vintage rally. At the evening
dinner there was a birthday cake for me, the start of four days of birthday cakes and celebrations.
August started out with the annual vintage bike rally at Biggar SK followed by a Charlton side of a
family reunion at Golden BC. Also in August was the ride to the Wetaskiwin Museum promoted by
Honda Canada.
September started Sunday afternoon on a labour day weekend, riding up to St Paul and down to
Vermilion for the night. On Monday I rode to Consort for lunch on my way home. It rained lots that
day.
My big ride of the year was to see the Motorcycle Museums (in October) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
and Sturgis, South Dakota on a 15 day holiday riding 6005 kilometers.
Riding the bike all summer it turned out that I never drove my car once over a period of five
months. During the season I rode on several of our chapter Wednesday evening rides. The last two
rides I went on no one else turned up as the weather in September was not very nice (or should I
say lousy).
From July 1st to Dec 31st 2018 I clocked 21,524 km. Total for the year 2018 was 35,005 km.

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NO HOLDS BARRED BOWLING! - by Bill Durie

                    Saturday, the 4th day of the 5th month on a quiet street located in the
                     heart of the megatropolis, "INNISFAIL" the annual bowling classic was
                      about to begin. The participants collected around the lanes at or near
                      4 pm. The rythmatic chants from the hordes of spectators was
                      growing in the background. (btw, where were those pom pom girls)?

                     The teams were carefully put together to balance the talent. Rules
                    were explicitly explained. NO BODY CONTACT!!! was emphasized.
                  Everyone booed that decision, so body contact was allowed, but discreetly.

 And so it began. The bang of the balls hitting the
hardwood, the clatter of the pins carelessly flying
about, moans of disappointment and cheers of
jubilation were heard as far away as the front door. A
strike here, headpin over there, (Terry Heidt's
favorite) and Robin with corner pin after corner pin.

One hour and 16 grueling minutes later it was done.
Combatants were sprawled about, exhausted from
their labours while the powers to be determined the
outcome. After careful considerations of who greased the palms the most, winners
were selected in each of 4 categories and carefully secreted away in a sealed envelope to be
revealed at the banquet.

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The banquet was held at the Great Wall of Innisfail????. Hm - You know, the place we ate at
last year. The food was enjoyed by most everyone and there was lots of it. After the last
tidbit was consumed and the tables tidied up, the winners were revealed.

 Prizes were awarded and then enjoyed by all. As we can see by the game totals of all
competitors displayed below, the competition was fierce and intense. Only one point
separated the ladies high game and only four point's separated the men. The only
disappointment of the day, those that failed to attend. Let's strive to do better next year.

                                           Ladies                      Men's
                                           Connie Kreilkamp - 284      Terry Johnson - 369
                                           Donna Larsen - 276          Harold Pearson - 338
                                           Vickie Johnson - 195        Terry Heidt - 224
                                           Margaret Rehman - 191       Bill Durie - 215

                                           Ladies High double    HENNY HILL          285
                                           Men's High double    ROBIN LARSEN         373
                                           Ladies Low double    TRISH PROCTOR        182
                                           Men's Low double     AL INGLES            207

    Q: Where does Superman                             Q: How quiet is a bowling alley?
    like to go bowling?                                A: So quiet that you can hear a
    A: Lois Lanes.                                     pin drop.

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Chapter AB-C Awards & Recognition Night
                               April 29th, 2019

Our chapter reported 364,344 kilometers for 2018 with 32 members reporting - thank you!

                                                     Men's High Mileage Award

                                                   1st - Glenn Turple         35,005 km
                                                   2nd - Milt Sorensen       27,476 km
                                                   3rd - Gareth Philip       26,438 km
                                                   4th - Al Ingles           25,173 km
                                                   5th - Dave Carritt        24,017 km
                                                   6th - Terry Johnson       23,953 km
                                                   7th - Rod Proctor         23,506 km
                                                   8th - Don Hecht           23,176 km

                                                   We had 5 riders who each reported between
                                                   10,000 - 16,000 km & 16 riders under 9,999 km
                                                   each.

                                                        Ladies High Mileage Award

                                                        1st - Irene Hecht     23,176 km
                                                        2nd - Henny Hill       2,350 km
                                                        3rd - Linda Yelich       200 km

  Members Recognized for Outstanding Milestones in our Chapter
  Rob Christensen has held the treasurer position for over 12 years.
  Brian Brown has held the chapter historian position since stone tablets.
  Wayne and Linda Renfert have held the chapter directors position for over 6 years.
  Milt Sorensen has held the Level IV Life Grand Master title for over 15 years.

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Elliott Award
                                               (Most Provinces/States visited in a
                                               calendar year)

                                               1st place tie - Robin & Donna Larsen
                                               1st place tie - Rod Proctor
                                               1st place tie - Don & Irene Hecht
                                               4th - Glenn Turple
                                               5th - Ron & Yvonne Schultz
                                               (missing from photo Don & Irene)

                                                       Travel Alberta Award
                                                 (Most pictures of your bike beside
                                                 an Alberta icon)

                                                 1st - Milt Sorensen
                                                 2nd - Don & Irene Hecht
                                                 3rd - Glenn Turple

Recognition for GWRRA AB-C Lifetime Members Years of Service
         (asterisk* indicates full years as of Jan 1/2019)
           36 yrs. - Glenn Turple*
           35 yrs. - Brian Brown*
           33 yrs. - Bob Coffey & Deanna Roussain*
           30 yrs. - Len Hamelin (30 years as of April 2019)
           28 yrs. - Jim & Veronica Willson*
           22 yrs. - Terry & Vickie Johnson*
           21 yrs. - Russell Barrett*
           21 yrs. - Milt Sorensen*
           20 yrs. - Al Ingles*

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"BACK WHEN"
                    Chapter AB-C reached 35th Anniversary in 2019
Brian Brown (chapter historian) dug through the chapter archives and found the very first
newsletter dated May 1984. In the newsletter it states the first AB-C chapter ride was held on
April 8th 1984 making this the 35th anniversary of our chapter. Prior to formation of our chapter,
two of our long term members Brian & Glenn remember riding to Calgary to attend GWRRA
gatherings. Some things never seem to change, even in the first edition the newsletter editor was
asking for members to submit articles and items of interest. Makes you think back to a time when
there was no email. Below is an excerpt of the first "printed only on paper" newsletter.

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CAT TALES!

Teacher: "If I gave you 2 cats and another 2 cats and another 2, how many would you have?"
Johnny: "Seven."
Teacher: "No, listen carefully... If I gave you two cats, and another two cats and another two,
how many would you have?"
Johnny: "Seven."
Teacher: "Let me put it to you differently. If I gave you two apples, and another two apples and
another two, how many would you have?"
Johnny: "Six."
Teacher: "Good. Now if I gave you two cats, and another two cats and another two, how many
would you have?"
Johnny: "Seven!"
Teacher: "Johnny, where in the heck do you get seven from?"
Johnny: "Because I've already got a cat!"

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Prairies District Directors Report

                                        Hello to all Prairies District members,
                                          May is Motorcycle Awareness Month and as we begin our riding season,
                                          let’s remind everyone to be alert and to share the road with motorcyclists.
                                          Extra caution should be taken as we get out on the roads as both
                                          motorcyclists and motorist need to be aware of their surroundings. Never
                                          underestimate the other vehicle as they may be looking at you but they
                                          don’t really see you. Wear high-visible protective gear, check blind spots,
                                          mirrors and use hand signals as well as turn signals whenever changing lanes
                                          and when passing. A.T.G.A.T.T. (All The Gear All The Time) Ride safe and
enjoy the limited riding season that we have.
If you are attending Wing Ding 2019 in Nashville, think about staying at The Gaylord Opryland Resort where Wing
Ding is being hosted. This resort has 4.5 acres of atrium gardens, river ways and waterfalls to explore. There are over
15 restaurants and lounges to enjoy during your stay and GWRRA has blocked rooms that give you a ridiculous
discount to stay at this stunning resort.
The Prairies District 2019 Rally itinerary is out, and everything is starting to come together. If you haven’t already,
please register if you are attending. The success of this event depends on its participants and we look forward to
seeing all our District members. This is a good time to rekindle old acquaintances and build new friendships. You can
find the information on the District Webpage at http://www.gwrra-prairies-district.ca/index.php/district-rally. .
Check the District webpage www.gwrra-prairies-district.ca. regularly and send us some photos that you would like to
see on the webpage as these pictures will be
seen by all including future members.

Until next month,
Gary and Susan Premech
Prairies District Directors

PLEASE NOTE: Participants are responsible for
their own accommodations

For more rally information: please visit our
website at
http://www.gwrra-prairies-district.ca/

You can mail your registration with payment to:
GWRRA-Chapter AB-A
c/o Ron Syroishka, 63 Sun Valley Drive SE,
Calgary, AB T2X 2B4

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Ride Coordinator Report - Terry Heidt
                            And so it begins… After breakfast on Apr 7th, three members on Goldwing's
                            travelled to Bearberry on a blue sky day with low double digit temps. The first
                            ice cream ride to Lacombe took place Apr 17th. This was a nice change from
                            the weather in early April last year. If you are out for these early rides some of
                            the road shoulders and intersections are going to have areas of loose gravel
                            and sand . Watch for clean pavement to put your feet down when coming to a
                            stop so your boot doesn’t slip out on sand and cause a tip over. Co-riders can
                            be quite sensitive about falling over. Watch out for the four wheel vehicles in
                            case they aren't watching for you.

On April 21st four bikes led by Milt headed out on a sunny Sunday to Stettler for a hot beverage, then
made a loop through Big Valley before heading home for a 250 km ride.

On April 22nd the sun was out again as Dave led 5
bikes with 8 riders to Wayne then back into Drumheller
for lunch. After a stop at the largest dinosaur we
headed to Morrin to check out their sod house. A
windy but nice 360 km ride with temps up to 22C.

The May schedule started out too cold on the 5th for a
blue sky ride, on the 10th & 11th we will hold the ARC
course, the 12th is slated for a Mother's Day ride, a
Sunday blue sky ride on the 19th, on the 25th Milt will
conduct Road Captain training. The 26th will be an AB-C
mystery ride followed by our Chapter Gathering on the
27th. Check the website for any schedule changes.

After reviewing our Chapter Rider Education Levels Program status it is apparent that action is required to
get some member's into good standing again. The upcoming ARC should help somewhat with this situation.
Some of our newer members have never been properly set up in Level I and Motorcycle Safety Awareness
month is a good time to get this back on track.
Without a Chapter Rider Educator the responsibility of maintaining this program now falls under the
District Rider Educator and apparently the Chapter Ride Coordinator. The Levels Program is just another
way to help keep us focused on safe operation and enjoyment of our motorcycles.

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The Following Information is from the
           Motorcyclist Confederation of Canada Website.

Go to www.motorcycling.ca and take the Motorcycle Safety Pledge
online
Read the pledge aloud. Say it with a friend or family member.
Most importantly find a way to make it meaningful for you!

    As a Motorcyclist
I pledge to make safety a priority, to ride only when alert and fully prepared for the responsibility of
motorcycling. I pledge to ride within my limits, ride sober, obey traffic laws and make arriving alive my
greatest priority.
    As a Passenger
I pledge to ride only with riders who place my safety first, who provide me with the proper riding gear,
and who always ride sober.
    As a Motorist
I pledge to treat motorcyclists with respect by always looking twice, using turn signals, checking my
blind spots before switching lanes and eliminating distractions while driving. I pledge to act as if a
loved one is riding on each and every motorcycle I see. I promise to drive like their life depends on me,
because ultimately, it may.
    As a Friend and Family Member
I pledge to support my loved one’s enjoyment and pursuit of motorcycling. I pledge to encourage them
to seek certified riding instruction, to wear the proper protective gear and to be a safe rider.

The GWRRA Rider Education Program has four levels:

Level I - "Safety By Commitment"
You may sign up for the Rider Education Program's Level 1 at any time. There are no prerequisites or
minimums to meet. Simply bring your commitment to make riding safer for you and those with whom
you ride.
Level II - Safety By Education"
To progress to this level, you must have signed on at Level I, achieved at least 8,000 safe kilometers
since becoming a GWRRA member and have taken an approved riding training course (riders) or an
approved co-rider training course (seminar or 2-Up riding course) within the past three years.
Level III - Certified Tour Rider/Co-Rider "Safety By Preparation"
You must be current in Level II, have CPR or First Aid training, carry a First Aid Kit.
Level IV - Master Tour Rider/Co-Rider "Safety By Enhanced Preparation and Experience"
You must be current and have a full year at Level III, have ridden no less than 40,500 safe
kilometers since joining GWRRA, and must be certified in both CPR and First Aid. Master Tour Riders
and Co-riders sign a commitment to wear all the gear all the time (ATGATT).

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Advanced Rider Course ARC                          Road Captain Course

  May 10 - Friday evening 7:00 pm                    May 25 - Meet at A&W 121 Leva Avenue
  classroom portion at Bruins Plumbing               at 9:00 am for breakfast. Further details
  May 11 - Saturday 8:00 am, range training at       will be sent via email from Milt prior to
  east parking lot Parkland Mall                     course date.
  Cost: $40.00 per person                            Cost: no cost
  Instructor: Ross Woolsey, Edmonton AB-B            Instructor: Milt Sorensen
  *This course is offered to two wheelers only.      *This course is open to
  Please contact Terry at 403-396-0710               ALL BIKES/TRIKES.
                                                     Please contact Terry at 403-396-0710

                 Do you have your Chapter AB-C Ride and Activity Calendar yet?
                 Our chapter treasurer says he still has a number of calendars available - still
                 at the low price of $10.00! Give Rob a call or text at 587-877-2231. He also
                 has them available at our Sunday morning breakfasts and at our monthly
                 chapter gatherings.
                 These are not only for our active members, the calendars are a great way for
                 everyone to stay connected. Call for yours today - we will see that you get one!

                              CHAPTER AB-C BUG RUN 2019
Our chapter bug run will be held July 7 and our hosts this year are Terry & Vickie Johnson. This is
always such a fun day, hope you can make it! Check our website for updates - more details TBA.

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THEY'RE JUST TIRES - RIGHT?                          Submitted by Terry Heidt

                         You might be surprised at the total weight carried by your tires when the
                         motorcycle, fluids, rider, co-rider, riding gear, luggage, chrome & accessories are
                         all added together. If you tow a trailer don’t forget to add in trailer tongue weight
                         too. Also keep in mind more load may be distributed over the rear tire than the
                         front.

Overloaded and/or underinflated tires run hotter, wear faster and are more prone to failure. Below is some
tire load capacity information taken from the Dunlop website for tires sized to fit the 2001-2017 GL1800
motorcycle. If you have a different model check your tire sidewall for maximum pressure and load rating.
Also check your motorcycle GVWR gross vehicle weight rating.

REAR TIRES
The 2001-2017 GL1800’s came with Dunlop D250 tires which have a max load capacity of 827 lbs @ 41 psi.
A replacement Dunlop Elite4 tire is rated at 992 lbs @ 42 psi - an increase of 165 lbs over the D250 tire.
The Dunlop Elite4 180/60R-16 load capacity drops from 992 to 945 lbs @ 40 psi (or 48 lbs less when 2 psi
underinflated) and drops to 898 lbs @ 38 psi (or 96 lbs less when 4 psi underinflated).

The Dunlop D250 180/60R-16 load capacity drops from 827 to 787 lbs @ 39 psi (or 40 lbs less when 2 psi
underinflated) and drops to 747 lbs @ 37 psi (or 80 lbs less when 4 psi underinflated)

FRONT TIRES
The replacement Dunlop Elite4 130/70R-18 tire has a max load capacity of 600 lbs @ 41 psi
The stock Dunlop D250 130/70R-18 tire also has a max load capacity of 600 lbs @ 41 psi
Running either of these front tires 2 psi low results in 30 lbs less load carrying capacity - and 60 lbs less load
capacity if underinflated by 4 psi.

Amazingly a set of D250 tires underinflated by just 2 psi could have 235 lbs less total load capacity than a
set of properly inflated Elite4’s (1357 lbs vs 1592 lbs) and over 300 lbs less if the D250's were underinflated
by 4 psi.

When selecting replacement tires be sure to check the manufacturers load capacity to see if it meets your
requirements. Check your tire pressure regularly. (Always check pressure on cold tires before riding)
When buying a new tire check the four digit manufacture date stamped on the tire - the 1st two digits
indicate week, the last two digits indicate year. If in doubt contact your dealer.

DEVELOPMENT OF THE PNEUMATIC TIRE
-Charles Goodyear received a patent for vulcanizing rubber in 1844, a process which mixed sulphur in with
heated rubber. The vulcanization process turned soft sticky rubber into a firm pliable material suitable for
making tires.
-John B Dunlop developed and patented the pneumatic tire (containing air) for bicycles in 1887 after his
son complained of the harsh ride from solid bicycle tires. His patent was later revoked when it was found
an earlier patent had already been granted in 1847 for development of the pneumatic automobile tire.
-Putting air in the tire allowed more weight to be carried while providing a softer ride without the heat
buildup of solid tires.

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Tire load capacity calculator - copied from the Dunlop motorcycle tire website.

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Roy Sirman - May 6th!
Gordon Turple - May 28th!

                                        Musings from Milt!
                    Not to brag but I just went into another room and actually remembered
                    why I went in there.
                    It was the bathroom , but still….

                    Remember when we had to smack the TV because the channel wasn't
                    coming in clearly? I feel that way about far too many people.

Some people won't admit their faults. I would if I had any.

I'm at that delusional age where I think everyone my age looks way older than I do.

Every refrigerator has a crisper drawer.
Which is a great place to hide your vegetables while they rot.

Common Sense - is like deodorant. The people who need it most never use it.

Is anyone really confident with how they say "Worcestershire sauce".

When I finish eating something I have to show my hands to the dog.
Like I'm a blackjack dealer…

The older you get the more you appreciate cancelled plans, early nights, thunderstorms and
alcohol that is on sale.

My kids will never know the joy of finding a quarter in the payphone coin return.

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Where in Alberta? By Terry Heidt
Which places have trains as their landmark?

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Answers to Where in Alberta are these trains located
Most are close to Chapter AB-C if you are looking to gather some 2019 landmark photos.

   1 - Three Hills              5 - Mirror
   2 - Jasper                   6 - Penhold
   3 - Mossleigh                7 - Wayne
   4 - Delburne

                          Here's one for your Grand Kids!
                          Q: What is the difference between a teacher and a train?
                          A: One says, "Spit out your gum,"
                          And the other says, "Choo choo choo!"

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FOR SALE - 2004, 750 Honda (Aero) Shadow
                             79,018 KM
         Some added chrome, heated grips, CB, Cruise Control
                 Well maintained - asking $3,500 OBO
          Phone: Henny at 403-227-2397 or Cell 403-340-6754

FOR SALE - 1999 White Honda Goldwing 50th anniversary SE 139,500 KM
 One owner, well maintained, always warm winter storage, accident free,
       new front tire, new cam belts at 90,000 kms. Asking $4,500
                     Email: 2csmith.67@gmail.com

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Chrome Wheels For Sale
                                           Chrome wheels to fit 2001 – 2017 GL1800 Goldwing.
                                      Wheels come complete with Brake Rotors, ABS trigger wheel,
                                      Wheel Bearings, and Steel 90 Degree valve stems
                                      (Note these wheels do not have transmitters for the Tire
                                      Pressure Monitoring System)
                                      Tires shown in photo are no longer serviceable
                                      $1000.00 or best offer
                                                      Contact Dave at 403-373-7000

                                      Rear Wheel For Sale
                                      Rear wheel for Honda GL 1800
                                      Great condition - asking $100
                                      Contact Bill Durie @ 403-350-6223

For Sale 1973 Triumph Bonneville

750 T140V 5860 original miles, new down to frame
restoration with over $5000 in parts and engine
work (no labour) stored inside since 1975, original
seat and gas tank paint. New tires and mufflers (no
miles) registered in Alberta, new appraisal done,
asking $9000
Phone Robin Larsen 403-347-1602 or 403-302-0260

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