A Look Back at 2018 at the Edmonton Motorcycle Show Season 6 Episode 2 Segment 3

Season 6 Episode 2 Segment 3
Clint Rabb with Edge Harley Davidson Lloydminster

Ride Like a Local was at the Edmonton Motorcycle Show and spoke with the exuberant Clint Rabb of Edge Harley Davidson Lloydminster. 

This years big news seems to be the discontinuation of the Harley Davidson Dyna.  Rabb states that the new bikes are so amazing and people have shown so much interest, that the transition has been pretty seamless.

Some of the best models this year?  Gabb likes two of them.  The Road Glide Special and the Street Glide Special.  Both come in amazing colours as well as the customary black and are all blacked out.  The ride on these bikes is amazing.

Come down and see Clint Rabb at Edge Harley Davidson Lloydminster.  He will set you up and fit you with a new bike.  They now have the Harley Davidson Riding School where they will set you up right from the beginning to getting you on the road.

Service won't end with a contract here.  You will become a part of the Harley Davidson family!

If you are blessed enough to live where you can be riding today, please remember to ride like everyone around you is blind and can not see you.

Belt Drive Betty
Editor & Rider

A Look Back at 2018 at the Edmonton Motorcycle Show on Season 6 Episode 2 Segment 2

Season 6 Episode 2 Segment 2
Blackjacks Roadhouse

At the Edmonton Motorcycle Show, Ride Like a Local ran into Krysta Shields, a Rider Friendly Business Partner, from Blackjacks Roadhouse.

Blackjacks Roadhouse is a huge part of the community.  Famous for its Tuesday Bike nights, they have established itself as one of he best biker friendly facilities for poker runs and charity rides in Western Canada.

Blackjacks Roadhouse hosts many major charity bike runs such as the Edmonton Ride for Dad, Ride for Sight, Ride for Mom, Wounded Warriors, Military Minds as well as numerous local club rides and events.

They are also the home and meeting place for numerous clubs such as BACA (Bikers against Child Abuse), Rig Riders and the Black gold Beamers (BMW). They offer their 100 seat second floor meeting area free of charge to all bike clubs.

While at the Edmonton Motorcycle Show, RIde Like a Local surprised Krysta with a beginners course from the Edmonton office of the Alberta Safety Council.  We sure hope to see this girl on a bike soon!

Go to Blackjacks Roadhouse to find out more about special events and more. at https://blackjacksroadhouse.com/

Season 6 Episode 2 Segment 2
Neil MacDonald of Harley Davidson Edmonton


Ride Like a Local interviewed Neil MacDonald of Harley Davidson Edmonton.  He was excited to tell us all about the new Softail lineup.  The new lineup is all redesigned with a new motor, suspension and new frame.  Choose your motor from the Milwaukee 8 107 or 114.

If you're new to bikes and looking to get on one, a wonderful entry level bike or commuting bike is the Harley Davidson Street 750.  Its quick to get on and simple to get around!  But if you're asking Neil about his favorite bike, check out the Harley Davidson Street Special.

Another fun evening put on by Harley Davidson Edmonton is pipes night.  Come listen to a variety of exhaust installed on bikes or show off your own pipes.  Hang out and enjoy some delicious BBQ with your family and take a peek at their Fashion show.

For all your motorcycle needs check out Harley Davidson Edmonton at https://www.hdedmonton.com/

If you are blessed enough to live where you can be riding today, please remember to ride like everyone around you is blind and can not see you.

Belt Drive Betty
Editor & Rider

A Look Back at 2018 at the Edmonton Motorcycle Show Season 6 Episode 2 Segment 1

Season 6 Episode 2 Seg 1

Vinnie WIlcox
Ubaka Canada

Ride Like a Local interviewed Vinny Wilcox, Chapter president of Ubaka Canada.

Urban Bulldogs Against Kids Abuse
U.B.A.K.Ahttp://ubaka.ca. (URBAN BULLDOGS AGAINST KIDS ABUSE) is a non-profit biker organization who advocates against child abuse.  Named from the founding chapter in Nice, France, Ubaka is spread all over the world, in 10 countries, 3 chapters being in Alberta Canada.

Ubaka not only give support to children who have been sexually, physically, and psychologically abused, they also lend their support to sick children and their families. They wear and show support by organizing events (Concerts, Swap Meets and various other fundraisers, etc.) where revenues are transferred to the various organizations in common.

Ubaka is also partners with Little Warriors.   Little Warriors is a national, charitable organization based in Canada committed to the awareness, prevention and treatment of child sexual abuse.


Anyone needing help can directly contact any member of Ubaka at the following
www.ubaka.ca
https://www.facebook.com/groups/UBAKACanada/
The above links can also be used to donate or become a member.

Season 6 Episode 2 Segment 1

Alberta Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics

From the Gasoline Alley Harley Davidson booth, Ride Like a Local sat down with Paul Manuel.

Paul was in the booth raising money and awareness for Alberta Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.  This terrific cause has almost 100,000 members of law enforcement all over the world.  Last year over 56 million dollars was raised for athletes of all ages and disabilities to participate in the special Olympics.

Alberta Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics raffled off three Harley Davidson bikes as a fundraiser.  Special thanks to Gasoline Alley Harley Davidson for donating the bikes at a reduced cost.  Also, a portion of all bikes purchased from Jan 1 to May 31 will go to this more than worthy cause!!

To find out more or learn how to donate visit:  http://albertatorchrun.ca

If you are blessed enough to live where you can be riding today, please remember to ride like everyone around you is blind and can not see you.

Belt Drive Betty
Editor & Rider

The ULTIMATE AB Motorcycle Vacation Press Release

                                             

Canadian Motorcycle Tourism Association

10908-102 St.

Grande Prairie AB T8V 2X3

Phone: (780) 933-0182

Email: exec.director@motorcycletourism.ca

Websites: veteransmemorialgardens.com

motorcycletourism.ca

For Immediate Release:

The Canadian Motorcycle Tourism Association is proud to announce the addition of major prizes being added to the “Ultimate Alberta Motorcycle Vacation” Package  that we will be giving away to one lucky CMTA member on December 24th, 2019.

On top of all of the other amazing prizes that we already have lined up for one lucky member to win, we are proud to announce another big addition:

2 Day Motorcycle Rental from Rent a Harley-Davidson® Motorcycle - Calgary
2 Nights accommodations at Betty’s B & B in Calgary.
25,000 Choice Hotel Points from Choice Hotels Canada!

About the “Ultimate Alberta Motorcycle Vacation” Prize:
The Ultimate Alberta Motorcycle Vacation prize package is filled with all sorts of admission passes to attractions like the Philip J Currie Dinosaur Museum, a free weekend at the Place to Pause Wilderness Retreat in Smith Alberta. Free tickets to the Rock Ride in Bluffton, the Run to the Hills Memorial Rally in Two Hills, the AIrdrie Bikes & Bulls event and so much more!

About the Rider Friendly Business Association:
The Rider Friendly Business Association is a collective of small businesses that understand that riders are valuable customers and they want to entice them to come to their business.
Many of the businesses in the association are rider owned too!

About the Canadian Motorcycle Tourism Association:
The Canadian Motorcycle Tourism Association believes that our heritage, history and tourism are natural partners in growing better communities. Our relationship with our communities, motorcycle & veterans motorcycle organizations and the tourism industry allow us to promote heritage and historical education that encourages motorcycle and military tourism developments.  We give away monthly gift cards in random drawings for our members, and other than answering a skill testing question, there is no catch, it’s just a thank you for being a member!  We have many perks like BOGO for the Airdrie Bikes & Bulls Event and up to 20% Discount at any Choice Hotel Worldwide.


Renee Charbonneau - Dame OStG
Executive Director
Canadian Motorcycle Tourism Association
Project Lead - Veterans Memorial Gardens
Email:exec.director@motorcycletourism.ca
Phone:  (780) 933-0182

A Look Back at 2018 at the Calgary Motorcyle Show Season 6 Episode 1 Segment 3

Season 6 Episode 1 Segment 3

Ill-Fated Kustoms - Motorcycle Parts & Lifestyle Goods

Kenny Kwan, the owner of Ill-Fated Kustoms, fell in love with riding after taking a motorcycle riding course with his friend.  Since then, he has turned his passion into a career,

After a bad motorcycle accident, all that was left of his bike was the motor.  He decided to rebuild.  When trying to source out parts for his mission, he found that most parts were only available in the United States.  He then partnered with a friend to start an online business aptly named Ill-Fated which imported custom parts.

In 2015 Kwan decided to make Ill-Fated his full time business and opened to the general public in Calgary AB.  Since then he has three custom bike builds under his belt.  He sells everything from parts and gear, to accessories and apparel.  He also has a journeyman mechanic for services and repairs.

Visit him today at:  500-321 50 AVE SE
CALGARY, AB, CANADA

If you are blessed enough to live where you can be riding today, please remember to ride like everyone around you is blind and can not see you.

Belt Drive Betty
Editor & Rider

A Look Back at 2018 at the Calgary Motorcycle Show Season 6 Episode 1 Segment 2

 Season 6 Episode 1 Segment 2

Women in the Wind

Ride Like a Local sat down with Terry Southwood and Crystal McConnell at the Calgary Motorcycle Show to speak about their group Women in the Wind the Chinook Chapter.

Terry, the treasurer of Women in the Wind has been riding since before having children and steady for the last 8 years.  She credits her brother for influencing her to ride.

Crystal, an avid rider, has been riding since 2013 and bought herself a new bike in 2015.  She credits her son for influencing her love of motorcycles.

The number of female riders has definitely increased in the last 10 years!

Women in the Wind is a group of female motorcycle enthusiasts!  They come for all walks of life, are all ages, and love motorcycles.  The Chinook chapter is the Calgary chapter of Women in the Wind.  There are also over 100 chapters throughout Canada, The United States and Europe.

There are a number of membership benefits such as parties, rallys, social gatherings, meetings held by different chapters, and unlimited friendships made.  But remember, this membership is for women only!

To apply for a membership of to learn more about Women in the Wind, go to https://www.witw-chinookoutriders.com.


Season 6 Episode 1 Segment 2
Badlands Harley Davidson

Ride Like a Local ran into our Rider Friendly Business Association Partner, Ivan Karsten from Badlands Harley-Davidson at the Calgary Motorcycle Show.

Badlands Harley-Davidson has been a family run business since 1996.  Ivan and his wife Wendy moved the store from Medicine Hat to 3 Km east of Medicine Hat on the Trans Canada Highway in 2002.

Badlands Harley-Davidson is an award winning dealership with their prime focus being on customer service.  With over 90 years combined experience, they will help you out with all your riding needs.

Badlands Harley-Davidson is very community minded.  Aside from showing their customers all the great places to ride, they are also involved with sponsoring charities such as the annual Santa Claus Toy Run, the food bank, and HALO Rescue.

To get yourself into a new Harley, or to find out more about Badlands Harley-Davidson, please go to https://www.badlandshd.com/.
If you are blessed enough to live where you can be riding today, please remember to ride like everyone around you is blind and can not see you.

Belt Drive Betty
Editor & Rider

A Look Back at 2018 at the Calgary Motorcycle Show Season 6 Episode 1 Segment 1

Season 6 Episode 1 Segment 1

Airdrie Oilmens Association

Ride Like A Local was onsite at the Calgary Motorcycle Show to interview Adrian & Frank of the Airdrie Oilmens Association.

The Airdrie Oilmen's Association, started in 2003, is a group of people in the gas and oil industry that are raising money for local charities in Airdrie.  They promote a positive community image of the Airdrie Oilmen's Association in and around Airdrie by directing funds raised back into the Airdrie community’s local charities.  Three of the charities that benefit are North Rocky Community Links ,Airdrie Food Bank , and Airdrie and District Victims Assistance Society .

Thanks to some key sponsors and three main events held each year, the Airdrie Oilmen's Association have raised nearly $200K for the charities in their community.

The Airdrie Oilmen's Association is always in need of sponsors and volunteers for the following events:

The Annual Golf Tournament

The White Collar Boxing Event:  Corporate professionals and services employees will be facing off in the squared circle for a fully sanctioned Alberta Ameteur Boxing march all in the name of charity.

Bikes and Bulls:  People from all over Canada and the US join together for Bikes and Bulls.  A weekend of drag racing, show & shine (cars, trucks & bikes), motorcycle and car rally, and professional bull riding.  A full party weekend with live music and free camping!

The Airdrie Oilmen's Association.  Building stronger communities by giving back to the community.

To learn more or to donate, please visit www.aoaalberta.com.

If you are blessed enough to live where you can be riding today, please remember to ride like everyone around you is blind and can not see you.

Belt Drive Betty

Editor & Rider