It's hard to believe our October 2005 issue marked Cycle Connections' two-year anniversary. It seems like only yesterday we published our first issue and I remember how excited we were to have 4,178 readers our very first month!

One year later, our October 2004 issue attracted 16,883 readers, and another 12 months down the road, our October 2005 issue was read by a whopping 56,419 readers. Because of loyal readers like you, we look forward to another great year in 2006!

Starting December 1, our online Reader's Choice -- Best of Kansas City 2005 and Reader's Choice -- Best of Birmingham 2005 opinion poll will enable you to vote for your favorite bike night location, biker-friendly bar, charity ride/event, club/organization, painter, rider training facility, tattoo artist, bike builder, bike shop, Harley-Davidson dealer, Honda dealer, Kawasaki dealer, Suzuki dealer, and Yamaha Dealer. Results will be announced in our January 2006 issue.

Even though it's a bit nippy outside, there are still plenty of great things going on in the Kansas City area and in your neck of the woods, so make sure to check it out!

As you know, we rely on you to let us know what rides, rallies and events are going on in your area, so please make sure to Submit a Rally or Event so we can share this information with your fellow bikers.

On the Cover:
Cover Page - On this month's cover we feature the Abby Lou Foundation Giveaway Bike & the Whiskey Tango Girls.

Features:
A Helping Hand - This month's issue features the 2nd Annual Back Roads Bash sponsored by Blue Springs Harley-Davidson, A Ride for the Storm sponsored by American Cycle Center and the Highway Hammers Tool Run to benefit Habitat for Humanity.

Business Reviews - Meet the great folks at AutoBody on the Run -- Professional Moulding and Painting and congratulate MOTO-GEAR as they celebrate their One Year Anniversary.

Rides, Rallies & Events Recap - This month was packed full of great rallies and events, including the 5th Annual Thunder Beach Autumn Rally, 6th Annual Bikes Blues & BBQ Rally, Bessie's Cycle Barn Swap Meet, Bill's Bash - Fall 2005, Hawg Wyld 5th Annual Birthday Bash/Block Party & Ralph Wayne's 13th Annual Vintage Backyard Nationals.

Readers & Their Rides - Meet Jay Doleshal and His '02 Harley-Davidson Deuce & Kevin "Brodee" Broderick and His '03 Harley-Davidson FXDP.

Scenic Rides & Destinations - Take a trip with Chuck to Wamego, Kansas for Oztoberfest. Toto, we're not in Kansas anymore!

Writer's Block - David Mann Remembered - A Visit With Jacquie Mann.

Departments:
Ask the Jackass - No such thing as a stupid question? Wrong! If there's something on your pea-sized brain and you don't know whom to turn to for advice, just ask the Jackass.

Biker Humor - Our weekly publication of jokes and cartoons are sure to bring a smile to your face. We encourage you to submit jokes and cartoons, and each month, we'll draw a name out of the helmet for a free Cycle Connections cozie!

Cool Bikes & Hot Babes - Check out our photo collection of cool bikes & hot babes! New photos are added each day. This is a members only page, so sign up now for your FREE online subscription and check them out today!


E-mail to the Editor - We've received lots of great feedback and information from our readers that we want to share. Drop me a line and let me know what's on your mind.


In Memory Of - Stop by and pay your respects to our fallen brothers and sisters who are greatly missed but not forgotten.

Spoke to Spoke - Goldie receives E-mail from the road.

Tech Tips - Yes, winter is on its way, so Dave gives us some helpful Winterization Tips.

Veteran Riders - Mike Foote introduces us to the Kansas American Legion Riders & Richard Kinard makes his Cycle Connections debut with an article entitled The Veteran Rider.



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