After adding up the number of articles and photos in this month's issue, if my fingers and toes are still as accurate as they were when I used them to pass math class in high school, our July 2006 issue is the largest issue we've published since kick-starting Cycle Connections back in October 2003!
Unless I missed a few, I counted at least 32 full-blown articles and way too many photos to count. Therefore, in case you were still wondering, which motorcycle publication covers the most local and national rides, rallies, races and events and interviews more celebrity bikers and master bike builders than all the other publications combined, go ahead and take a guess. If you guessed Cycle Connections Online Motorcycle Magazine, you're a winner!
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Featured Events
With the summer riding season in full swing, there's way too many rides, rallies and events to list them all here, so make sure to check out our Local Rallies & Events page so you don't miss out!
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On the Cover
Cover Page - On this month's cover we feature Kim Suter’s ’06 Dominatrix Bike & Cover Model, Cali.
Features
A Helping Hand - On Saturday, June 15 we took a ride up to St. Joseph, Missouri to cover the 2nd Annual Widows Sons Poker Run, while Toto covered the 3rd Annual Mayor’s Wheelin’ & Dealin’ Ride for Hope House in Kansas City. Also make sure to check out Stripe's coverage of the 4th Annual Ride for Ryan in St. Joseph.
Business Reviews - Lynn & Leigh report on the Grand-Opening at Heart of Dixie Harley-Davidson in Pelham, Alabama, while Phil, Melanie and I spend the day at the Reno's Yamaha Aprilia Grand Reopening.
 Rides, Rallies & Events Recap - Chuck attends the 13th Annual Honda Hoot Motorcycle Rally in Knoxville, Tennessee, while Nic hangs out with the Kansas City BMW Motorcycle Club at the 2006 Land of OZ Rally in La Cygne, Kansas. Toto covers the action at the 27th Annual Run What You Brung races in McLouth, Kansas and Tommy Pittard attends the 3rd Annual Great Southern Bike Rally - Douglas, Georgia. Vicky J participates in the 4th Annual Guns N Hoses Motorcycle Ride in Kansas City, Missouri and Dave Miller gives his camera a workout at the Kansas City International Raceway for the 4th Annual Soul Brothers Drag Races, while in the pit area Phil and I stayed busy hosting the Cycle Connections People's Choice Ride-In Bike Show. Toto rides to Warsaw, Missouri to cover the 7th Annual Sizzler Rally, while down south, Lynn & Leigh spends the day at the All Harley Drag Races in Commerce, Georgia. And if that isn't enough race coverage for you, Stripe attends the Flat Track Races at Lakeside Speedway in Kansas City, Kansas and also rides north to cover the Hog Wild Rodeo in Conesville, Iowa. Wow...what a busy month!
Readers & Their Rides - Meet Charlie Williams and his '78 Parlin Orendorff from Tampa Bay, Florida & Herbert Hill and his '06 Harley-Davidson FHDB Street Bob from Kansas City, Missouri.
Scenic Rides & Destinations - Phil leads us down south for the Indian Nations Ride.
Writer's Block - Loney & Stephanie Wilcoxson interview master bike builders Kim Suter and Randy Simpson at this year’s Easyriders V-Twin Bike Show in Kansas City, Missouri.
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.
Behind Bars - Loney receives feedback on last month’s article from Stephanie Hembach whose father was killed during this year’s Daytona Bike Week. Find out how she is turning this personal tragedy into something good by becoming an activist for bikers’ rights.
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 us a line and let us know what's on your mind.
In Memory Of - Please stop by and pay tribute to Dean Ruland, George Walker & Gordon “Gordy” Conner.
Spoke to Spoke - Goldie gives us some tips to help make our summer riding a safe and enjoyable experience.
Tech Tips - Dave discusses Care and Maintenance Tips for Your Plastic Motorcycle Components.
Veteran Riders - Michael Lousha reports on The Moving Wall at the Texas Motor Speedway and rides to Ft. Worth, Texas to meet up with the Patriot Guard Riders and writes a touching story entitled The Silver Lining.
Help Wanted
Now
Hiring – Do you love motorcycles, money, and want to
work your own hours? Are you friendly, outgoing and motivated?
If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We are expanding
quickly and are seeking models, marketing specialists, and photojournalists
who would like to join the Cycle Connections team.
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