The Fremont Michigan Chapter of the Harley Owners Group is a riding club open to anyone who owns a Harley-Davidson motorcycle. We organize rides and events throughout the year, including rides for new and prospective members, weekday lunch rides, and longer tours. For more information, use the contact page to get in touch, attend one of our meetings (dates and locations are on the calendar page), or stop by our sponsor shop, Sandy’s Harley-Davidson in Fremont.
Our goal is to ride and have fun and we’d love you to join us!
This website features our calendar of events, lots of pics (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019), links to the Sandy Corley Memorial Run and our sponsoring dealer, Sandy’s Harley-Davidson, and much more. Check it out!
Our goal is to ride and have fun and we’d love you to join us!
This website features our calendar of events, lots of pics (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019), links to the Sandy Corley Memorial Run and our sponsoring dealer, Sandy’s Harley-Davidson, and much more. Check it out!
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Chapter Updates, Rides & Events
July 23, 2019
Kathy and Gary Olsen are hosting a Dinner Run Tomorrow, July 24 at 6:00 pm, at The Pickle Back in Marne. They’re located at 14624 16th Avenue, by Veteran’s Park in Marne and you can check out their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ThePickleBackLLC/. Please RSVP with Kathy.
This Saturday, July 27, there will be a Welcome Ride and Dinner Run to Johnny’s Roadhouse in Custer led by Rich Kroll. Welcome Rides are for current, new, and prospective members – everyone is welcome. Be at Sandy’s by closing (3 pm), with kickstands up at 3:15.
The next Chapter Meeting is this Sunday, July 28, at the Blind Squirrel – 8:30 breakfast, 9:30 meeting; Afterward, Gary Norton will lead a ride to Travler’s Bar & Grill in Leroy. Here are the details from Gary…. “Did the pre-ride to the Travlers Bar and Grill in Leroy all looks good! We’ll leave Fremont after the meeting and go through Croton then head over the BP Station on M-20 (Stanwood - 8 mile Rd) for a quick break. Anybody wanting to meet up with us there they are more than welcome (I’ll do a head count there and confirm the number with the Travler). I’m really guessing here, but if the meeting ends at 10:39 or 11:01 it should take us about 42 minutes to get to the BP Station. Call me if you’re thinking of meeting us at the BP so I can look or wait (a little) for you! From there we’ll take back roads to Hersey then on up to Leroy. Should take about 59 minutes and 50 miles to get from BP to the Travlers Bar! Sunday special are Pot Roast or Half a Chicken. Roads Conditions are fair to Great. Weather? Not sure yet, but if it rains let’s take the trucks and cars ( we can always eat even if it’s raining outside)! We do Ice Cream later in the day? Reed City or Big Rapids? So Saddle Up, Lets Ride (Then Eat) Thanks, Gary N.”
There will be a Tuesday Ride on July 30th. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
On Saturday, August 3, Jerry Hofman is hosting a Lunch Run to Clifford Lake. The ride will leave Sandy’s at 10:30 am.
Also on Saturday, August 3, is Bike Night at Sandy’s. Details to be announced. This was rescheduled from the 10th.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on August 6th. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on August 13th. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
The Morningstar’s are leading a Lakeshore Ride on Saturday, August 17. Leaving Sandy’s at 10 am.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on August 20th. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
Josh Corley will be racing at the Northern Michigan Raceway, Kavela, on August 23-24. If you can make it, head on up and cheer him on!
There will be a Chapter Meeting on Sunday, August 25, at the Blind Squirrel – 8:30 breakfast, 9:30 meeting; Afterward, Steve Whittington will be leading a ride (details TBA).
There will be a Tuesday Ride on August 27th. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
On Saturday, August 31, Josh Corley will be racing at the Mid-Michigan Motorplex in Stanton.
Gary C. is putting together an order for new Fremont HOG shirts. There are the Dickies work-style shirts with HOG emblems screened on the back and above the front left pocket. The shirts will have “Fremont Michigan Chapter” embroidered above the front right pocket. Gary had the blue version on at the last meeting, and you can try his at upcoming events and meeting to help you decide on a size. You can see the shirt/prices (plus $5 for the embroidery) at http://www.norscotsites.com/HOG/Shirts/Official-Riding-Club-Dickies-Work-Shirt. There is also a black version at http://www.norscotsites.com/HOG/NEW-2017-MERCHANDISE/Dickies-Black-OIl-Can-Official-Riding-Club-Work-Shirt. The deadline to have your order and money in is the August Chapter meeting. You can also order your own through Norscot and take it to Stitches and More to get the embroidery done. They’re located at 5554 S Warner Avenue in Fremont. Shipping wise, however, it’s cheaper to order as a group. Thanks for putting this together, Gary!
July 16, 2019
There will be a Tuesday Ride on July 23rd. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
Kathy and Gary Olsen will be hosting a Dinner Run on Wednesday, July 24 at 6:00 pm, to The Pickle Back in Marne. They’re located at 14624 16th Avenue, by Veteran’s Park in Marne and you can check out their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ThePickleBackLLC/. Please RSVP with Kathy.
On July 27 there will be a Welcome Ride and Dinner Run to Johnny’s Roadhouse in Custer. Welcome Rides are for current, new, and prospective members – everyone is welcome. Be at Sandy’s by closing (3 pm), with kickstands up at 3:15.
The next Chapter Meeting is on Sunday, July 28, at the Blind Squirrel – 8:30 breakfast, 9:30 meeting; Afterward, Gary Norton will lead a ride to Travler’s Bar & Grill in Leroy.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on July 30th. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
Gary C. is putting together an order for new Fremont HOG shirts. There are the Dickies work-style shirts with HOG emblems screened on the back and above the front left pocket. The shirts will have “Fremont Michigan Chapter” embroidered above the front right pocket. Gary had the blue version on at the last meeting, and you can try his at upcoming events and meeting to help you decide on a size. You can see the shirt/prices (plus $5 for the embroidery) at http://www.norscotsites.com/HOG/Shirts/Official-Riding-Club-Dickies-Work-Shirt. There is also a black version at http://www.norscotsites.com/HOG/NEW-2017-MERCHANDISE/Dickies-Black-OIl-Can-Official-Riding-Club-Work-Shirt. The deadline to have your order and money in is the August Chapter meeting. You can also order your own through Norscot and take it to Stiches and More to get the embroidery done. They’re located at 5554 S Warner Avenue in Fremont. Shipping wise, however, it’s cheaper to order as a group.
July 9, 2019
Sandy’s next Bike Night is this Saturday, July 13th from 3 to 8 pm, with TWO rides, a bike show, silent auction, 50/50, door prizes, music by the Horse Play Band, beer, and food! There will be a self-guided run hosted by Biker Bill’s Magic Money for Local Kids-at Risk. Registration is $10 and is from 10 am to 12 Noon at Arnold’s Garage at 4629 14 Mile Road in Rockford. Last bike in at Sandy’s by 5 pm. Todd Monroe and Rich Kroll will be hosting a Poker Run. Be gassed and ready to go at 12 Noon from Sandy’s. This is a led ride and will be back at Sandy’s at 2:30. The Ride-In Bike Show is free to enter and will run from 5:00 to 6:30 pm. The last entry will be accepted at 5:00, with trophies awarded at 6:30 pm. There will be five classes including Touring, Sport, Radical Custom, Vintage/Antique (25 years +), and Open (trikes, sidecars, etc.). It’s going to be a blast!
This Sunday, July 14, Jerry Hofman will be leading the Missed-Direction Ride. This run won’t be meeting at Sandy’s… “We will meet at the Kent City Mobil Gas Station located at the corner of M37 and Peachridge Rd. with departure at 10 am. The ride will take us south until we get around the west side of Grand Rapids and then East and Southeast. After a brief rest stop, we will continue to the SE and eventually end up in Lake Odessa for lunch at Buddy's On The Beach. See their Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/buddysonthebeach/) for more information and a menu. Afterwards we can surely find an ice cream shop, or two, or three. An RSVP to Jerry would be appreciated.”
There will be a Tuesday Ride on July 16th. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
If you’re going, the Michigan State HOG Rally is July 18-20.
And if you’re signed up, the Coast-To-Coast two-day ride hosted by the Morningstar’s in on July 20-21. If you’re not signed up, you can still go but you need to book your own accommodations. Contact James for info.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on July 23rd. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
Kathy and Gary Olsen will be hosting a Dinner Run on Wednesday, July 24 at 6:00 pm, to The Pickle Back in Marne. They’re located at 14624 16th Avenue, by Veteran’s Park in Marne and you can check out their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ThePickleBackLLC/. Please RSVP with Kathy.
On July 27 there will be a Welcome Ride and Dinner Run to Johnny’s Roadhouse in Custer. Welcome Rides are for current, new, and prospective members – everyone is welcome. Be at Sandy’s by closing (3 pm), with kickstands up at 3:15.
The next Chapter Meeting is on Sunday, July 28, at the Blind Squirrel – 8:30 breakfast, 9:30 meeting; Afterward, Gary Norton will lead a ride to Travler’s Bar & Grill in Leroy.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on July 30th. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
Gary C. is putting together an order for new Fremont HOG shirts. There are the Dickies work-style shirts with HOG emblems screened on the back and above the front left pocket. The shirts will have “Fremont Michigan Chapter” embroidered above the front right pocket. Gary had the blue version on at the last meeting, and you can try his at upcoming events and meeting to help you decide on a size. You can see the shirt/prices (plus $5 for the embroidery) at http://www.norscotsites.com/HOG/Shirts/Official-Riding-Club-Dickies-Work-Shirt. There is also a black version at http://www.norscotsites.com/HOG/NEW-2017-MERCHANDISE/Dickies-Black-OIl-Can-Official-Riding-Club-Work-Shirt. The deadline to have your order and money in is the August Chapter meeting. You can also order your own through Norscot and take it to Stiches and More to get the embroidery done. They’re located at 5554 S Warner Avenue in Fremont. Shipping wise, however, it’s cheaper to order as a group. Thanks for putting this together, Gary!
July 2, 2019
Gary C. is putting together an order for new Fremont HOG shirts. There are the Dickies work-style shirts with HOG emblems screened on the back and above the front left pocket. The shirts will have “Fremont Michigan Chapter” embroidered above the front right pocket. Gary had the blue version on at the last meeting, and you can try his at upcoming events and meeting to help you decide on a size. You can see the shirt/prices (plus $5 for the embroidery) at http://www.norscotsites.com/HOG/Shirts/Official-Riding-Club-Dickies-Work-Shirt. There is also a black version at http://www.norscotsites.com/HOG/NEW-2017-MERCHANDISE/Dickies-Black-OIl-Can-Official-Riding-Club-Work-Shirt. The deadline to have your order and money in is the August Chapter meeting. You can also order your own through Norscot and take it to Stitches and More to get the embroidery done. They’re located at 5554 S Warner Avenue in Fremont. Shipping wise, however, it’s cheaper to order as a group. Thanks for putting this together, Gary!
Sandy’s is having a couple specials for July including 20% off general merchandise that feature Pin-Up Girls (some exclusions apply) from July 1st to the 6th, and 20% off men’s and women’s Sleeveless Shirts from July 15th through the 20th.
There is a Dinner Run to the Rock Café in Big Rapids on Saturday, July 6, leaving Sandy’s at 3:15 pm. The ride is hosted by Gary Clevenger and Rick and Andie VanOver. The restaurant is run by the Ferris culinary program and is a buffet with several different stations – there will be something for everyone!
There will be a Tuesday Ride on July 9th. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
Sandy’s next Bike Night will be held on Saturday, July 13th from 3 to 8 pm, with TWO rides, a bike show, silent auction, 50/50, door prizes, music by the Horse Play Band, beer, and food! There will be a self-guided run hosted by Biker Bill’s Magic Money for Local Kids-at Risk. Registration is $10 and is from 10 am to 12 Noon at Arnold’s Garage at 4629 14 Mile Road in Rockford. Last bike in at Sandy’s by 5 pm. Todd Monroe and Rich Kroll will be hosting a Poker Run. Be gassed and ready to go at 12 Noon from Sandy’s. This is a led ride and will be back at Sandy’s at 2:30. The Ride-In Bike Show is free to enter and will run from 5:00 to 6:30 pm. The last entry will be accepted at 5:00, with trophies awarded at 6:30 pm. There will be five classes including Touring, Sport, Radical Custom, Vintage/Antique (25 years +), and Open (trikes, sidecars, etc.). It’s going to be a blast!
On Sunday, July 14, Jerry Hofman will be leading the Missed-Direction Ride. This run won’t be meeting at Sandy’s… “We will meet at the Kent City Mobil Gas Station located at the corner of M37 and Peachridge Rd. with departure at 10 am. The ride will take us south until we get around the west side of Grand Rapids and then East and Southeast. After a brief rest stop we will continue to the SE and eventually end up in Lake Odessa for lunch at Buddy's On The Beach. See their Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/buddysonthebeach/) for more information and a menu. Afterwards we can surely find an ice cream shop, or two, or three. An RSVP to Jerry Hofman would be appreciated.”
There will be a Tuesday Ride on July 16th. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
If you’re going, the Michigan State HOG Rally is July 18-20.
And if you’re signed up, the Coast-To-Coast two-day ride hosted by the Morningstar’s in on July 20-21. If you’re not signed up, you can still go but you need to book your own accommodations. Contact James for info.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on July 23rd. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
Kathy and Gary Olsen will be hosting a Dinner Run on Wednesday, July 24 at 6:00 pm, to The Pickle Back in Marne. They’re located at 14624 16th Avenue, by Veteran’s Park in Marne and you can check out their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/ThePickleBackLLC/. Please RSVP with Kathy.
On July 27 there will be a Welcome Ride and Dinner Run to Johnny’s Roadhouse in Custer. Welcome Rides are for current, new, and prospective members – everyone is welcome. Be at Sandy’s by closing (3 pm), with kickstands up at 3:15.
The next Chapter Meeting is on Sunday, July 28, at the Blind Squirrel – 8:30 breakfast, 9:30 meeting; Afterward, Gary Norton will lead a ride to Travler’s Bar & Grill in Leroy.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on July 30th. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
Enjoy the holiday!
June 28, 2019
Here’s some more details on the Missed-Direction Ride, info on new Fremont HOG shirts, a couple of sales at Sandy’s, and a flyer for the next Bike Night…
On Sunday, July 14, Jerry Hofman will be leading the Missed-Direction Ride. This run won’t be meeting at Sandy’s… “We will meet at the Kent City Mobil Gas Station located at the corner of M37 and Peachridge Rd. with departure at 10 am. The ride will take us south until we get around the west side of Grand Rapids and then East and Southeast. After a brief rest stop we will continue to the SE and eventually end up in Lake Odessa for lunch at Buddy's On The Beach. See their Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/buddysonthebeach/) for more information and a menu. Afterwards we can surely find an ice cream shop, or two, or three. An RSVP to Jerry Hofman would be appreciated.”
Gary C. is putting together an order for new Fremont HOG shirts. There are the Dickies work-style shirts with HOG emblems screened on the back and above the front left pocket. The shirts will have “Fremont Michigan Chapter” embroidered above the front right pocket. Gary had the blue version on at the last meeting, and you can try his at upcoming events and meeting to help you decide on a size. You can see the shirt/prices (plus $5 for the embroidery) at http://www.norscotsites.com/HOG/Shirts/Official-Riding-Club-Dickies-Work-Shirt. There is also a black version at http://www.norscotsites.com/HOG/NEW-2017-MERCHANDISE/Dickies-Black-OIl-Can-Official-Riding-Club-Work-Shirt. The deadline to have your order and money in is the August Chapter meeting. You can also order your own through Norscot and take it to Stiches and More to get the embroidery done. They’re located at 5554 S Warner Avenue in Fremont. Shipping wise, however, it’s cheaper to order as a group. Thanks for putting this together, Gary!
Sandy’s is having a couple specials for July including 20% off general merchandise that feature Pin-Up Girls (some exclusions apply) from July 1st to the 6th, and 20% off men’s and women’s Sleeveless Shirts from July 15th through the 20th.
And finally, please print off and post the flyer in your email (or see above) for the next Bike Night. We’d like an even bigger turn-out for July!
June 25, 2019
July is a BIG MONTH...
On Saturday, June 29, Todd Monroe will be leading the Memorial Ride for Lost Chapter Members (Left-Right-Left), leaving Sandy’s at 3:15 pm.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on July 2nd. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
There is a Dinner Run to the Rock Café in Big Rapids on Saturday, July 6, leaving Sandy’s at 3:15 pm. The ride is hosted by Gary Clevenger and Rick and Andie VanOver. The restaurant is run by the Ferris culinary program and is a buffet with several different stations – there will be something for everyone!
There will be a Tuesday Ride on July 9th. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
Sandy’s next Bike Night will be held on Saturday, July 13th from 3 to 8 pm, with TWO rides, a bike show, silent auction, 50/50, door prizes, music by the Horse Play Band, beer, and food! There will be a self-guided run hosted by Biker Bill’s Magic Money for Local Kids-at Risk. Registration is $10 and is from 10 am to 12 Noon at Arnold’s Garage at 4629 14 Mile Road in Rockford. Last bike in at Sandy’s by 5 pm. Todd Monroe and Rich Kroll will be hosting a Poker Run. Be gassed and ready to go at 12 Noon from Sandy’s. This is a led ride and will be back at Sandy’s at 2:30. The Ride-In Bike Show is free to enter and will run from 5:00 to 6:30 pm. The last entry will be accepted at 5:00, with trophies awarded at 6:30 pm. There will be five classes including Touring, Sport, Radical Custom, Vintage/Antique (25 years +), and Open (trikes, sidecars, etc.). It’s going to be a blast!
On Sunday, July 14, Jerry Hofman will be leading the Missed-Direction Ride. The run will leave from Sandy’s, but the time is TBD. Stay tuned…
There will be a Tuesday Ride on July 16th. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
If you’re going, the Michigan State HOG Rally is July 18-20.
And if you’re signed up, the Coast-To-Coast two-day ride hosted by the Morningstar’s in on July 20-21. If you’re not signed up, you can still go but you need to book your own accommodations. Contact James for more info.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on July 23rd. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
Kathy and Gary Olsen will be hosting a Dinner Run on Wednesday, July 24. Location and time are TBD. More info to come…
On July 27 there will be a Welcome Ride and Dinner Run to Johnny’s Roadhouse in Custer. Welcome Rides are for current, new, and prospective members – everyone is welcome. Be at Sandy’s by closing (3 pm), with kickstands up at 3:15.
The next Chapter Meeting is on Sunday, July 28, at the Blind Squirrel – 8:30 breakfast, 9:30 meeting; Afterward, Gary Norton will lead a ride to Travler’s Bar & Grill in Leroy.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on July 30th. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
June 19, 2019
Due to forecasts of thunderstorms all day Sunday, the ride to Manistee after the meting is canceled. The meeting is still on, of course, so come on by and enjoy a good breakfast and great friends.
The weather is looking good for Bike Night this Saturday, so I hope to see everyone there for the Poker Run that starts at 12:30 and a full evening of fun. Here are the details...
Sandy’s first Bike Night will be held this Saturday, June 22nd from 3 to 9 pm. There will be a Poker Run from 12:30 to 3:30, followed by a ride-in bike show from 4 till 6, food, a beer tent, test rides, entertainment, etc. The Bike Show is free to enter and will feature six classes (Sport, Touring, Radical Custom, Vintage, Antique, Open), with first place trophies for each category. This should be a blast, so please try to make it. We’d like the Chapter to be there in force and help make this a big success! Rick and Karen Corley need 8-10 more volunteers to help out with various jobs, so if you can help out, please call the shop at 231-924-3020. Also, Sandy's August bike night has been changed from the 10th to the 3rd, so mark your calendars.
June 18, 2019
Sandy’s first Bike Night will be held this Saturday, June 22nd from 3 to 9 pm. There will be a Poker Run from 12:30 to 3:30, followed by a ride-in bike show from 4 till 6, food, a beer tent, test rides, entertainment, etc. The Bike Show is free to enter and will feature six classes (Sport, Touring, Radical Custom, Vintage, Antique, Open), with first place trophies for each category. This should be a blast, so please try to make it. We’d like the Chapter to be there in force and help make this a big success! Rick and Karen Corley need 8-10 more volunteers to help out with various jobs, so if you can help out, please call the shop at 231-924-3020. Also, Sandy's August bike night has been changed from the 10th to the 3rd, so mark your calendars.
The next Chapter Meeting is on Sunday, June 23, at the Blind Squirrel – 8:30 breakfast, 9:30 meeting; Afterward, Todd Bassett leading a ride to the North Channel Brewing in Manistee. Check them out at https://northchannelbrewing.com/.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on June 25. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
On Saturday, June 29, Todd Monroe will be leading the Memorial Ride for Lost Chapter Members (Left-Right-Left), leaving Sandy’s at 3:15 pm.
June 10, 2019
Rick and Karen Corley need 8-10 more volunteers to help out with various jobs during Bike Night on June 22. If you can help out, please call the shop at 231-924-3020. Also, Sandy's August bike night has been changed from the 10th to the 3rd, so mark your calendars.
This Wednesday, June 12, Gary Clevenger and Karen Chamberlain will be hosting a Dinner Run at Old Boys’ Brewhouse in Spring Lake at 6 pm. You can check out the menu at https://www.oldboysbrewhouse.com/menu. Please RSVP to Gary (check your email for his number).
There will be a Tuesday Ride on June 18. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
The deadline for the July newsletter is Friday, June 21. If you’ve got something to include, please send it in!
Sandy’s first Bike Night will be held on Saturday, June 22nd from 3 to 9 pm. There will be a Poker Run (time TBD), a ride-in bike show from 4 till 6, food, a beer tent, test rides, entertainment, etc. This should be a blast, so please try to make it. We’d like the Chapter to be there in force and help make this a big success! If you’d like to volunteer to help out, please call the shop.
The next Chapter Meeting is on Sunday, June 23, at the Blind Squirrel – 8:30 breakfast, 9:30 meeting; Afterward, Todd Bassett leading a ride to the North Channel Brewing in Manistee. Check them out at https://northchannelbrewing.com/.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on June 25. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
On Saturday, June 29, Todd Monroe will be leading the Memorial Ride for Lost Chapter Members (Left-Right-Left), leaving Sandy’s at 3:15 pm.
June 8, 2019
Michigan weather - it's a pain in the butt. The Gilmore Ride scheduled for tomorrow has been canceled due to rain. Some stations are reporting that the rain will start at 5 am, and continue all day, and some are reporting scattered showers and t-storms on and off all day. If you want to chance it, the Gilmore show is held rain or shine, so head on down, but as of now the ride is canceled.
June 5, 2019
Bonfire and Dogs at the Corley’s is this Saturday, June 8. Jerry Hofman will be leading a ride to the Corley’s that will leave Sandy’s at 3:30 pm and arrive for the bonfire at 5:30. From Karen: “We will be handling all the food. We will provide coffee and water, etc. Also, we will be having smores on the open fire. We will provide that too. Just have people RSVP to me please so I have an idea on the amount of food.” Call the shop or email Karen to RSVP.
June 9 ride to the Gilmore Vintage Motorcycle Show. Right now Sunday looks like rain, but fingers crossed that the forecast will change in the next few days. From Gary Norton: “The Gilmore Car Museum is located in Hickory Corners in the U.S. state of Michigan, and houses one of Michigan's largest collections of classic and vintage automobiles. Over 300 vintage and collector vehicles and motorcycles from all eras are on display in over a dozen vintage buildings located on 90 acres. Most likely leave the same time and take the same route as last year, but I do want to take a pre-ride to check roads conditions! So let’s tentatively go with the following route and times. I’ll have Gabe post any changes if we need to … Ok, we’ll leave Sandy’s at 8:29 – Quick stop at Apple and Maple Island at 8:50 – next stop will be at the Speedway in Coopersville around 9:22 – from there we’ll find our way to the Marathon Station west of Martin and west of 131 (probably around 10:16)! Last stop should be Hickory Corners (should be close to 90 miles one way)! Watch your morning coffee, first available bathroom stop is 53 minutes if I don’t make any mistakes! Call or email any questions or to RSVP if you want to meet at one of the stops. See ya Sunday, June 9th! Let’s check and hope for great weather!”
There will be a Tuesday Ride on June 11. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
On Wednesday, June 12, Gary Clevenger and Karen Chamberlain will be hosting a Dinner Run at Old Boys’ Brewhouse in Spring Lake at 6 pm. You can check out the menu at https://www.oldboysbrewhouse.com/menu. Please RSVP to Gary or Karen.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on June 18. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
The deadline for the July newsletter is Friday, June 21. If you’ve got something to include, please send it in!
Sandy’s first Bike Night will be held on Saturday, June 22nd from 3 to 9 pm. There will be a Poker Run (time TBD), a ride-in bike show from 4 till 6, food, a beer tent, test rides, entertainment, etc. This should be a blast, so please try to make it. We’d like the Chapter to be there in force and help make this a big success! If you’d like to volunteer to help out, please call the shop.
The next Chapter Meeting is on Sunday, June 23, at the Blind Squirrel – 8:30 breakfast, 9:30 meeting; Afterward, Todd Bassett leading a ride to the North Channel Brewing in Manistee. Check them out at https://northchannelbrewing.com/.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on June 25. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
On Saturday, June 29, Todd Monroe will be leading the Memorial Ride for Lost Chapter Members (Left-Right-Left), leaving Sandy’s at 3:15 pm.
May 31, 2019
The June issue of Sandy’s Review is now available. Just click on "Members Only" at the top of this page. Check your email for the current password. Hopefully, the print copy will be in your mailbox in about a week and a half. Thanks to everyone who contributed!
May 28, 2019
June is going to be a BUSY month…
Anyone interested in going on the Coast-to-Coast trip on July 20-21, please let James Morningstar know by June first. We need to get rooms, looking into a few things to do in the area (thanks Rick), etc. Last week James did a pre-ride with Bob and it looks good!
From Mike Whalen on the June 2nd Cowboy Action Shoot and Ride: “The ride to Rockford on June 2 will be an introduction to the shooting sport known as Cowboy Action Shooting. The firearms used in this competition are replicas of pre-1900 firearms, single-action revolvers, lever-action rifles, and either double-barrel or 1897 pump shotguns. The match is a timed event so speed and accuracy are vital. It is a fast action sport with different styles of shooting and many categories separated by age or style of shooting. We will watch a few of the "Cowboys" run through a stage/course to get an idea of how the game is played and scored. I will supply the type of firearms and ammo used in this sport (as I used to compete) for those wishing to try their hand at it on a stage not being used by the competitors. I will also supply ear plugs for everyone but those in attendance will have to have their own eye protection. Sunglasses, eyeglasses, etc. are acceptable. The match is held at Rockford Sportsman's Club on Northland Drive, just north of 13 Mile Road. Afterward, we will ride to Morley for lunch and back to Sandy's. The ride leaves Sandy's on Sunday morning, June 2, at 9:00 am.”
There will be a Tuesday Ride on June 4th. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
Bonfire and Dogs at the Corley’s on June 8. Jerry Hofman will be leading a ride to the Corley’s that will leave Sandy’s at 3:30 pm and arrive for the bonfire at 5:30. From Karen: “We will be handling all the food. We will provide coffee and water, etc. Also, we will be having smores on the open fire. We will provide that too. Just have people RSVP to me please so I have an idea on the amount of food.” Call the shop or email Karen to RSVP.
June 9 ride to the Gilmore Vintage Motorcycle Show. From Gary Norton: “The Gilmore Car Museum is located in Hickory Corners in the U.S. state of Michigan, and houses one of Michigan's largest collections of classic and vintage automobiles. Over 300 vintage and collector vehicles and motorcycles from all eras are on display in over a dozen vintage buildings located on 90 acres. Most likely leave the same time and take the same route as last year, but I do want to take a pre-ride to check roads conditions! So let’s tentatively go with the following route and times. I’ll have Gabe post any changes if we need to … Ok, we’ll leave Sandy’s at 8:29 – Quick stop at Apple and Maple Island at 8:50 – next stop will be at the Speedway in Coopersville around 9:22 – from there we’ll find our way to the Marathon Station west of Martin and west of 131 (probably around 10:16)! Last stop should be Hickory Corners (should be close to 90 miles one way)! Watch your morning coffee, first available bathroom stop is 53 minutes if I don’t make any mistakes! Call or email any questions or to RSVP if you want to meet at one of the stops. See ya Sunday, June 9th! Let’s check and hope for great weather!”
There will be a Tuesday Ride on June 11. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
On Wednesday, June 12, Gary Clevenger and Karen Chamberlain will be hosting a Dinner Run at Old Boys’ Brewhouse in Spring Lake at 6 pm. You can check out the menu at https://www.oldboysbrewhouse.com/menu. Please RSVP to Gary or Karen.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on June 18. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
The deadline for the July newsletter is Friday, June 21. If you’ve got something to include, please send it in!
Sandy’s first Bike Night will be held on Saturday, June 22nd from 3 to 9 pm. There will be a Poker Run (time TBD), a ride-in bike show from 4 till 6, food, a beer tent, test rides, etc. This should be a blast, so please try to make it. We’d like the Chapter to be there in force and help make this a big success! If you’d like to volunteer to help out, please call the shop.
The next Chapter Meeting is on Sunday, June 23, at the Blind Squirrel – 8:30 breakfast, 9:30 meeting; Afterward, Todd Bassett leading a ride to the North Channel Brewing in Manistee. Check them out at https://northchannelbrewing.com/.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on June 25. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
On Saturday, June 29, Todd Monroe will be leading the Memorial Ride for Lost Chapter Members (Left-Right-Left), leaving Sandy’s at 3:15 pm.
May 25, 2019
The ride after tomorrow's meeting to watch Josh race at Stanton has been canceled. Josh will be racing at Kaleva instead, which ends after midnight. So, unless someone else wants to lead a group for ice cream or something, there will be no ride after. See you at the meeting...
May 23, 2019
This Saturday’s Welcome Ride will be to Twin Creeks in Luther. Todd M. is leading. Be at Sandy’s by closing (3 pm), kickstands up at 3:15.
And since June is right around the corner, and here are a few updates…
From Mike Whalen on the June 2nd Cowboy Action Shoot and Ride: “The ride to Rockford on June 2 will be an introduction to the shooting sport known as Cowboy Action Shooting. The firearms used in this competition are replicas of pre-1900 firearms, single-action revolvers, lever-action rifles, and either double-barrel or 1897 pump shotguns. The match is a timed event so speed and accuracy are vital. It is a fast action sport with different styles of shooting and many categories separated by age or style of shooting. We will watch a few of the "Cowboys" run through a stage/course to get an idea of how the game is played and scored. I will supply the type of firearms and ammo used in this sport (as I used to compete) for those wishing to try their hand at it on a stage not being used by the competitors. I will also supply ear plugs for everyone but those in attendance will have to have their own eye protection. Sunglasses, eyeglasses, etc. are acceptable. The match is held at Rockford Sportsman's Club on Northland Drive, just north of 13 Mile Road. Afterward, we will ride to Morley for lunch and back to Sandy's. The ride leaves Sandy's on Sunday morning, June 2, at 9:00 am.”
Bonfire and Dogs at the Corley’s on June 8. Jerry Hofman will be leading a ride to the Corley’s that will leave Sandy’s at 3:30 pm and arrive for the bonfire at 5:30. From Karen: “We will be handling all the food. We will provide coffee and water, etc. Also, we will be having smores on the open fire. We will provide that too. Just have people RSVP to me please so I have an idea on the amount of food.” Call the shop or email Karen to RSVP.
June 9 ride to the Gilmore Vintage Motorcycle Show. From Gary Norton: “The Gilmore Car Museum is located in Hickory Corners in the U.S. state of Michigan, and houses one of Michigan's largest collections of classic and vintage automobiles. Over 300 vintage and collector vehicles and motorcycles from all eras are on display in over a dozen vintage buildings located on 90 acres. Most likely leave the same time and take the same route as last year, but I do want to take a pre-ride to check roads conditions! So let’s tentatively go with the following route and times. I’ll have Gabe post any changes if we need to … Ok, we’ll leave Sandy’s at 8:29 – Quick stop at Apple and Maple Island at 8:50 – next stop will be at the Speedway in Coopersville around 9:22 – from there we’ll find our way to the Marathon Station west of Martin and west of 131 (probably around 10:16)! Last stop should be Hickory Corners (should be close to 90 miles one way)! Watch your morning coffee, first available bathroom stop is 53 minutes if I don’t make any mistakes! Call or email any questions or to RSVP if you want to meet at one of the stops. See ya Sunday, June 9th! Let’s check and hope for great weather!”
May 21, 2019
Anyone interested in going on the Coast-to-Coast trip on July 20-21, please let James Morningstar know by June first. He needs to get rooms, is looking into a few things to do in the area (thanks Rick), etc. Last week James did a pre-ride with Bob and it looks good!
The deadline for the June newsletter is this Friday, May 24. If you’ve got something to include, please send it in! I haven’t received anything for this issue, so if you’ve got anything, please write it up!!
The first Welcome Ride of the season will be held on Saturday, May 25. New, prospective, and current members are welcome! Meet at the shop prior to closing (3 pm), kickstands up at 3:15 pm. Todd Monroe is leading.
The next Chapter Meeting is on Sunday, May 26, at the Blind Squirrel – 8:30 breakfast, 9:30 meeting; Ride after to the Stanton Dragstrip, Todd Bassett leading.
On Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, is the Bridgeton Wreath Drop. Meet at the bridge by 8:45 am. Rich Kroll will be leading a ride after that will leave from Sandy’s at 10 am.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on May 28. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
And remember, the Ice Cream Game is underway. Get your list on our website: http://www.fremonthog2232.com/ice-cream-game.html
May 14, 2019
The Morningstar’s are hosting a Dinner Run to the Handsome Hobo in Muskegon Tomorrow, Wednesday, May 15 at 6:29:35 pm. Please RSVP with Debbie. The food will be great, and the tales will be tall. Check out the restaurant at http://www.handsomehobopizzeria.com/.
The Vietnam Memorial Wall will be on display at the Baldwin AMVETS post during the Blessing weekend. Riders are wanted to escort the Wall from Sandy’s to Baldwin this Thursday, May 16. The Wall will arrive at Sandy’s at 9:45 am and depart the shop at 10:20 am. There are usually around 200 riders in the escort, so arrive early if you want to get near the front. The group will arrive at Houseman’s Grocery Store in Baldwin around 11 am, then ride the last five miles to the AMVETS post at 11:30. This is an important, moving, and fun event, so make it if you can.
Sandy’s Spring Open House is this Saturday, May 18. Test Rides – Food – Fremont HOG Table – Bake Sale – Flag Retirement Ceremony from 11 am to 12 Noon (the shop will be closed during the ceremony). Please bring baked good and treats to the shop on Friday, or the morning of the event. Volunteers are also appreciated (contact Denise Whittington for details).
The Baldwin Blessing of the Bikes is Sunday, May 19. Rich Kroll will be leading a ride, leaving Sandy’s at 10 am.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on May 21. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
The first Welcome Ride of the season will be held on Saturday, May 25. New, prospective, and current members are welcome! Meet at the shop prior to closing (3 pm), kickstands up at 3:15 pm. Todd Monroe is leading,
The next Chapter Meeting is on Sunday, May 26, at the Blind Squirrel – 8:30 breakfast, 9:30 meeting; Ride after to the Stanton Dragstrip, Todd Bassett leading.
On Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, is the Bridgeton Wreath Drop. Meet at the bridge by 8:45 am. Rich Kroll will be leading a ride after that will leave from Sandy’s at 10 am.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on May 28. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
The deadline for the June newsletter is Friday, May 24. If you’ve got something to include, please send it in!
And remember, the Ice Cream Game is underway. Get your list on our website: http://www.fremonthog2232.com/ice-cream-game.html
May 7, 2019
The Mesick Mushroom Festival Ride on Saturday, May 11, led by Steve Whittington, will leave the shop at 8:30 am. From Steve: “Come with gas tanks full and bladders EMPTY! The ride is approximately 107 miles and will take approximately 3 hours with a couple of stops. First potty break is at a Port-A-John at about 45 minutes into the ride. It’s going to be a great ride and so beautiful through God’s countryside! From my pre-run, most of the roads are pretty good but there are some really bad spots. There are some roads where we will be riding single file. Hand signals will be used. We ARE dealing with Michigan roads. See ya at Sandy’s with kickstands up at 8:30 am sharp!” For more info on the Festival visit www.mesick-mushroomfest.org.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on May 14. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
The Morningstar’s are hosting a Dinner Run to the Handsome Hobo in Muskegon on Wednesday, May 15 at 6:29:35 pm. Please RSVP with Debbie. The food will be great, and the tales will be tall.
The Vietnam Memorial Wall will be on display at the Baldwin AMVETS post during the Blessing weekend. Riders are wanted to escort the Wall from Sandy’s to Baldwin on Thursday, May 16. The Wall will arrive at Sandy’s at 9:45 am and depart the shop at 10:20 am. There are usually around 200 riders in the escort, so arrive early if you want to get near the front. The group will arrive at Houseman’s Grocery Store in Baldwin around 11 am, then ride the last five miles to the AMVETS post at 11:30. This is an important, moving, and fun event, so make it if you can.
Sandy’s Spring Open House is Saturday, May 18. Test Rides – Food – Fremont HOG Table – Bake Sale - Flag Retirement Ceremony from 11 am to 12 Noon (the shop will be closed during the ceremony). Please bring baked good and treats to the shop on Friday, or the morning of the event. Volunteers are also appreciated (contact Denise Whittington for details).
The Baldwin Blessing of the Bikes is Sunday, May 19. Rich Kroll will be leading a ride, leaving Sandy’s at 10 am.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on May 21. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
The first Welcome Ride of the season will be held on Saturday, May 25. New, prospective, and current members are welcome! Meet at the shop prior to closing (3 pm), kickstands up at 3:15 pm. Todd Monroe is leading,
The next Chapter Meeting is on Sunday, May 26, at the Blind Squirrel – 8:30 breakfast, 9:30 meeting; Ride after to the Stanton Dragstrip, Todd Bassett leading.
On Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, is the Bridgeton Wreath Drop. Meet at the bridge by 8:45 am. Rich Kroll will be leading a ride after that will leave from Sandy’s at 10 am.
There will be a Tuesday Ride on May 28. Meet at Sandy’s, kickstands up at 10 am. Everyone is welcome.
The deadline for the June newsletter is Friday, May 24. If you’ve got something to include, please send it in!
And remember, the Ice Cream Game is underway. Get your list on our website: http://www.fremonthog2232.com/ice-cream-game.html
May 3, 2019
The May issue of Sandy’s Review is now available HERE. Check your email for the current password. Simply click on “Download File” and a new window will open with the newsletter you’ve selected. Works well on phones as well. Hopefully, the print copy will be in your mailbox in about a week and a half. Thanks to everyone who contributed!