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Due to the situation in Alaska - [A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska Celebrates May is Motorcycle Awareness Month Virtually Online During COVID-19](https://abateofalaska.com/2020/05/17/a-b-a-t-e-of-alaska-celebrates-may-is-motorcycle-awareness-month-virtually-online-during-covid-19/) - May is Motorcycle Awareness Month and you can help us by spreading the word! A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska will be placing some ads and PSA’s talking about motorcycle awareness. Also, because A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska is a non-profit, we encourage you to make a donation and/or to join A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska. Due to the situation in Alaska - [A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska Works to Create an Alternative to the 2020 Gathering at the Bike Blessing Event](https://abateofalaska.com/2020/04/06/gathering-at-the-bike-blessing-2020-event/) - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 6, 2020 A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska Works to Create an Alternative to the 2020 Gathering at the Bike Blessing Event All Anchorage outdoor city facilities and permits canceled through 2020, including the downtown park strip location for the annual Gathering and Bike Blessing. ANCHORAGE, Alaska – With spring in the air and - [A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska 2019 General Election for the Board and Officers](https://abateofalaska.com/2019/11/13/2078/) - A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska 2019 General Election for the Board and Officers Alaska Bikers Advocating Training and Education P.O. Box 92213 Anchorage, AK 99509-2213 November 13, 2019 Dear A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska Member: At the bottom of this email are two links. The first is is a link to download a Meet the Candidates document for - [The 2019 Gathering at the Bike Blessing](https://abateofalaska.com/2019/04/29/the-2019-gathering-at-the-bike-blessing/) - The 2019 Gathering at the Bike Blessing This Saturday! May 4, 2019 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM Downtown Park Strip (The block between L St and I St at W 9th Ave and W 10th Ave) For over 15 years, on the first Saturday in May, Alaska begins the motorcycle-riding season with the annual - [Address the Federal Definition of a Motorcycle with NHTSA](https://abateofalaska.com/2019/04/09/address-the-federal-definition-of-a-motorcycle-with-nhtsa/) - Address the Federal Definition of a Motorcycle with NHTSA Reprinted with permission from the Motorcycle Riders Foundation April 9, 2019 CALL TO ACTION ASK YOUR REPRESENTATIVES TO JOIN THE LETTER TO NHTSA ADDRESSING THE FEDERAL DEFINITION OF A MOTORCYCLE April 9, 2019 We are asking you to take the a few minutes to ask your - [For Immediate Release - House of Representatives Introduced a Resolution Addressing Motorcyclist Profiling](https://abateofalaska.com/2019/04/09/for-immediate-release-house-of-representatives-introduced-a-resolution-addressing-motorcyclist-profiling/) - Help End Motorcycle Profiling Reprinted with permission from the Motorcycle Riders Foundation March 26, 2019 CALL TO ACTION! ABATE of Alaska and the Motorcycle Riders Foundation in Washington, DC need your help! For Immediate Release March 26, 2019 House of Representatives Introduced a Resolution Addressing Motorcyclist Profiling Today champions of the motorcyclist community in the - [ABATE of Alaska Elections and 8th Annual Meet & Greet](https://abateofalaska.com/2019/01/02/abate-of-alaska-elections-and-8th-annual-meet-greet/) - Please meet the elected A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska leadership for 2019! A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska Board of Directors Barb Smart Dan "RC" Owens Dan "Spider" Schneider Dan "Havoc" Coffey "Big Dave" Monroe Ed Rutledge A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska Executive Officers President - Ken Coston Vice-President - John "Da Hulk" Schuelke Treasurer - Tim Kelly Secretary - Lesle "Scottie" - [ABATE of Alaska 2018 General Election & End-of-Season Newsletter](https://abateofalaska.com/2018/11/13/abate-of-alaska-2018-general-election-end-of-season-newsletter/) - ABATE of Alaska 2018 General Election & End-of-Season Newsletter November 15, 2018 General Membership Meeting at Guido's Pizza If you have not yet mailed in your ballot, you can cast your ballot in person! Votes will be counted and we hear from our Spotlight Business Member Bosco's Comics, Cards, & Games John Weddleton Owner and - [ABATE of Alaska Annual General Elections](https://abateofalaska.com/2018/11/04/abate-of-alaska-annual-general-elections/) - ABATE of Alaska Annual General Elections November 4, 2018 Abate of Alaska is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and is not endorsing any specific candidates including those listed below. This email is intended to clarify an oversight that has resulted in how an individual's name appears on the ABATE of Alaska ballot. Please note that - [The ABATE of Alaska 2018 Elections Are Here!](https://abateofalaska.com/2018/10/08/the-abate-of-alaska-2018-elections-are-here/) - The ABATE of Alaska 2018 Elections Are Here!October 8, 2018 Dear ABATE Member It’s that time of year again. Time to elect new Officers and Board members for ABATE of Alaska to serve beginning in the 2019 calendar year. Please click here to download your nomination sheet. Then you can print it, fill it - [A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska Has Published Our Mid-Season Newsletter](https://abateofalaska.com/2018/07/24/a-b-a-t-e-of-alaska-has-published-our-mid-season-newsletter/) - ABATE of Alaska Mid-Season Newsletter We published our mid-season newsletter for June 2018! You may download the newsletter and read it from here: https://www.abateofalaska.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/June2018.NL_.pdf (In order to reduce costs and continue to be good stewards of your ABATE funds, we will continue sending the newsletters only electronically. If this is an issue for you, please - [A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska has posted the May 03, 2018 version of our updated By-Laws](https://abateofalaska.com/2018/06/12/a-b-a-t-e-of-alaska-has-posted-the-may-03-2018-version-of-our-updated-by-laws/) - ABATE of Alaska Notice FYI - A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska has posted the May 03, 2018 version of our updated By-Laws. They are available for public review at: https://abateofalaska.com/documents/policies/bylaws.pdf Please help support your ABATE of Alaska! We have Raffle tickets! $10 each Drawing will be on September 15th, 2018 at the ABATE of Alaska Freeze-Up Run! - [ABATE of Alaska Supports the Eagle River Triathlon](https://abateofalaska.com/2018/05/22/abate-of-alaska-supports-the-eagle-river-triathlon/) - ABATE of Alaska Eagle River Triathlon Road Guards ABATE of Alaska is supporting the Eagle River Triathlon again this year by providing motorcycle road guards along their bicycle course on Sunday, June 3, 2018! In return, the Eagle River Triathlon supports ABATE of Alaska by donating to Christmas in July each year. For this - [2018 Gathering at the Bike Blessing](https://abateofalaska.com/2018/05/02/2018-gathering-at-the-bike-blessing/) - ABATE of Alaska 2018 Gathering at the Bike Blessing This Saturday! May 5, 2018 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM Downtown Anchorage On the Parkstrip Between I St. & L St. Please Join Us! - [Help End Motorcycle Profiling](https://abateofalaska.com/2018/02/13/help-end-motorcycle-profiling/) - End Motorcycle Profiling Reprinted with permission from the Motorcycle Riders Foundation January 27, 2018 ABATE of Alaska and the Motorcycle Riders Foundation in Washington, DC need your help! CALL TO ACTION: National Profiling Survey Your MRF has been hard at work in Washington, DC shoring up support for bipartisan and bicameral legislation to address motorcycle - [Please help get motorcycle rider advocates on the Motorcyclist Advisory Council](https://abateofalaska.com/2017/11/29/please-help-get-motorcycle-rider-advocates-on-the-motorcyclist-advisory-council/) - To all motorcycle riders and their family and friends, In less than a week the Motorcyclist Advisory Council will convene to discuss issues important to motorcyclists; road curve and design, self-driving cars, road barriers - all of these items will be discussed. Do you know how many motorcycle association representatives are on the Council - [ABATE of Alaska Election Results](https://abateofalaska.com/2017/11/21/abate-of-alaska-election-results/) - ABATE of Alaska Election Results Please meet your 2018 ABATE of Alaska Board and Officers! (The Chair for 2018 will be elected by the board at the January meeting.) Board Of Directors Dan "Havoc" Coffey "Big Dave Grizzly" Monroe Barbara "Barb" Smart Dan "RC" Owens Daniel “Spider” Schneider Tim Kelly Officers President Ed Rutledge Vice - [2018 General Election ABATE of Alaska Board and Officers](https://abateofalaska.com/2017/11/13/1774/) - 2018 General Election ABATE of Alaska Board and Officers November 16, 2017 General Membership Meeting Inside the Peppermill at the Sea Galley If you have not yet mailed in your ballot, you can cast your ballot in person! Votes will be counted and we hear from our Spotlight Business Member Team CC Join us as - [Nominations are Open for the 2018 ABATE of Alaska Board and Officers](https://abateofalaska.com/2017/10/03/nominations-are-open-for-the-2018-abate-of-alaska-board-and-officers/) - 2017 ABATE of Alaska General Elections Again we are fast approaching that time of year when it is time to elect new Officers and Board Members for ABATE of Alaska to serve for the 2018 calendar year.Nominations are now open! Please print out the letter and then bring the nomination sheet with you to the - [Emily Marie Tredway Tribute Ride](https://abateofalaska.com/2017/09/13/1744/) - Emily Marie Tredway, 16, passed away on September 9, 2017 in a motorcycle accident near Girdwood. Emily was born on November 2, 2000 in Anchorage. She was a Junior at South Anchorage High school where she was on the swim team and sang with the Da Capo Choir, a local elite performance group. Emily is - [Please Help Stop Motorcycle Profiling!](https://abateofalaska.com/2017/09/06/please-help-stop-motorcycle-profiling/) - You Can Help Stop Motorcycle Profiling The following letter is reprinted with permission from the ABATE of South Dakota Legislative Research Chair, Wayne Lettau. Hello and welcome to my world. Is there such a thing as doing TOO GOOD of a job? I often ask myself that question when looking at our organization. It - [Help Domino's "Raise the Dough" for ABATE of Alaska!](https://abateofalaska.com/2017/08/27/help-dominos-raise-the-dough-for-abate-of-alaska/) - ABATE of Alaska would like to thank Domino's Pizza in Anchorage for their generous support! Order Pizza from Domino's on September 1, 2017 and help "Raise the Dough" for ABATE of Alaska! (907) 337-3377 Domino's in Anchorage, Alaska couldn't be more happy to help participate in this years Freeze-up Run with our “Raise the - [CALL TO ACTION! Please Tell Congress to Tell the Federal Highway Administration that Motorcyclists Should Be a Part of the Motorcyclist Advisory Council!](https://abateofalaska.com/2017/01/15/call-to-action-please-tell-congress-to-tell-the-federal-highway-administration-that-motorcyclists-should-be-a-part-of-the-motorcyclist-advisory-council/) - Call To Action Reprinted with permission from the Motorcycle Riders Foundation January 9, 2017 Please Tell Congress to Tell the Federal Highway Administration that Motorcyclists Should Be a Part of the Motorcyclist Advisory Council!You can help by clicking on the this link and filling out the form on the website! That will automatically email your - [REMINDER: ABATE of Alaska Sixth Annual Meet and Greet for 2017](https://abateofalaska.com/2017/01/15/reminder-abate-of-alaska-sixth-annual-meet-and-greet-for-2017/) - ABATE of Alaska Sixth Annual Meet and Greet for 2017 Saturday, January 21, 2017 (Next Saturday!) Where: LaCabana Mexican Restaurant 312 E 4th Ave, Anchorage, Alaska 99501 Google Map Link This is a catered event (no host bar) along with some great door prizes for our current ABATE members. Proceeds will be directed to - [ABATE of Alaska Remembers Marcy Newberry Simpson](https://abateofalaska.com/2016/12/02/abate-of-alaska-remembers-marcy-newberry-simpson/) - Marcy Newberry Simpson Celebration of Life Marcy Newberry Simpson Obituary Marcy Lee Newberry Simpson was born December 14th 1967 in Portland Oregon to Virgil Lee Newberry and Barbara Sharon Newberry Vedder. Her early years were spent in the Portland area with her many siblings. School was always something she enjoyed and excelled at. Weekends were - [Help Stop Motorcycle Profiling!](https://abateofalaska.com/2016/11/30/help-stop-motorcycle-profiling/) - Help Stop Motorcycle Profiling Contact your Congressman or Congresswoman in DC today! The following is making its rounds through both the MRF (http://www.mrf.org) and SMROs throughout the US. This is how we get their attention in a good and productive way! We are very lucky in Alaska as Congressman Don Young was one of the - [Election Results for 2017 Board Members and Officers](https://abateofalaska.com/2016/11/18/election-results-for-2017-board-members-and-officers/) - ABATE of Alaska Election Results Here are your 2017 Board Members and Officers: Board Members (Alphabetically) Barbara "Barb" Smart “Big Dave” Monroe Dan “Havoc” Coffey Dan “RC” Owens Daniel “Spider” Schneider Ed Rutledge -------------------------------------------------------- Officers President Tom Evans Vice President Dan “RC” Owens Secretary Lesle “Scottie” Moore Treasurer Judy Smith -------------------------------------------- Legislative Affairs Tom Evans - [The ABATE of Alaska 2016 Elections and Newsletter](https://abateofalaska.com/2016/10/30/1472/) - ABATE of Alaska 2016 Elections Ballots should be mailed out in the next 7 to 10 days! Please don't forget to send in your ballots prior to the November 17, 2016 - 7:00 PM General Membership meeting at Sea Galley! You may also choose to attend the meeting in person and submit your ballot at - [2016 ABATE of Alaska Christmas In July Toy Run](https://abateofalaska.com/2016/06/20/2016-abate-of-alaska-christmas-in-july-toy-run/) - 2016 ABATE of Alaska Christmas In July Toy Run July 24, 2016 at 9:00 AM Kickstands Up at 10:00 AM Mark your Calendars! We'll meet up at the Alaska Vets MC Clubhouse! Location: 7500 East 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK (Corner of 4th and Creekside) Donations may be dropped off at Alaska Leather or at the - [Motorcycle Riders Helmet Choice Bill - Massachusetts Motorcycle Association](https://abateofalaska.com/2016/01/07/motorcycle-riders-helmet-choice-bill-massachusetts-motorcycle-association/) - We received the following from our MRF brothers and sisters in the Massachusetts Motorcycle Association. What do you think? Please click on the link to read the article and cast your vote. Do you believe Motorcyclists should have the right to choose whether to wear a helmet? It may not sway legislators, but why not - [ABATE of Alaska General Elections and Fifth Annual Meet and Greet‏](https://abateofalaska.com/2015/11/11/abate-of-alaska-general-elections-and-fifth-annual-meet-and-greet‏/) - ABATE of Alaska General ElectionAbate General Membership MeetingThursday, November 197:00pm to 9:00pmSea Galley Restaurant4101 Credit Union DrAnchorage, Alaska 99503 Did you get your ballot in the mail? Did you use the self-addressed envelope to return it? This is our annual General Election for the 2016 Board and Officers! Please attend and be a part of - [Action Needed - Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) Push for Helmet Laws](https://abateofalaska.com/2015/10/28/action-needed-governors-highway-safety-association-ghsa-push-for-helmet-laws/) - Push for Helmets Reprinted with permission from the Motorcycle Riders Foundation October 20, 2015 Right now, the push for motorcycle helmet laws is stronger than ever. It’s bigger than a handful of the usual government agencies pushing for mandatory helmet laws—it is that, of course—but there is another factor at work as well: child safety. - [Transportation Committee Passes Long Term Highway Legislation](https://abateofalaska.com/2015/10/27/transportation-committee-passes-long-term-highway-legislation/) - Transportation Committee PassesLong Term Highway Legislation Reprinted with permission from the Motorcycle Riders Foundation October 23, 2015 United States House of Representatives Transportation Committee Passes Long Term Highway Legislation. The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) is pleased to report that the US House of Representatives Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has passed a six-year highway bill. The - [2016 Elections for Officers and Board Members for ABATE of Alaska](https://abateofalaska.com/2015/10/01/2016-elections-for-officers-and-board-members-for-abate-of-alaska/) - 2016 Elections for Officers and Board Members for ABATE of Alaska October 1, 2015 Dear Member, It’s that time of year again. Time to elect new Officers and Board Members for ABATE. Remember that ABATE has a purpose that is unlike any other organization in the motorcycling community. ABATE is not a social club, but - [2015 Freeze-Up Run](https://abateofalaska.com/2015/09/16/2015-freeze-up-run/) - 2015 ABATE Freeze Up Run Saturday! September 19th, 2015 Tug Bar 18.5 KNIK-GOOSE BAY RD WASILLA, ALASKA ALL RIDERS INVITED!!! The POKER RUN will meet in Anchorage at the WHALER BAR PARKING LOT at 12:00 PM Kickstands up at 12:30 PM ALL YOU CAN EAT BBQ FOR $20.00 BIKE GAMES AND MORE Abate - [ABATE of Alaska is looking for volunteers for Christmas in July!](https://abateofalaska.com/2015/06/12/abate-of-alaska-is-looking-for-volunteers-for-christmas-in-july/) - Christmas in July is right around the corner! Are you organized? Can you get the job done? We need your help! ABATE of Alaska needs your help! We are looking for Volunteers to help us prepare for Christmas in July! Would you be willing to: Help us with organizing the event? Help us gather Toys - [ABATE of Alaska 2015 Break-up Run!](https://abateofalaska.com/2015/05/13/abate-of-alaska-2015-break-up-run/) - This Saturday! May 16, 2015 POKER RUN / BENEFIT RIDE Proceeds Go To Rikki’s Family To Assist with Medical Costs Meet @ 11:00 AM, the Whaler parking lot in Muldoon Draw First Card, Depart @ 11:30 AM Second Card – Birchwood Saloon in Chugiak Third Card – Valley Bike Blessing in Palmer Fourth Card – - [Memorandum for All JBER Motorcycle Operators](https://abateofalaska.com/2015/04/19/2015-jber-motorcycle/) - NOTICE FOR ALL WHO RIDE ON JBER! Mar 26, 2015 Memorandum for All JBER Motorcycle Operators - [2015 Custom Cycle Show](https://abateofalaska.com/2015/04/13/2015-custom-cycle-show/) - Come visit the ABATE booth on April 18th and 19th at the 22nd Annual Alaska Custom Cycle Show located in the AT&T Sports Pavilion, 11051 Omalley Centre Dr, Anchorage, Alaska 99515. https://www.facebook.com/events/1612448098976754/ - [Congress Addresses Three-wheeled Vehicles](https://abateofalaska.com/2015/03/19/congress-addresses-three-wheeled-vehicles/) - This article is courtesy of the Motorcycle Riders Foundation. Congress Addresses Three-wheeled Vehicles March 19, 2015 Senator David Vitter (R-LA) introduced legislation that would create a new class of vehicle, reports the Motorcycle Riders Foundation. S. 685 would create a new class of vehicles known as autocycles, to accommodate a growing trend in - [Fundraiser for Tattoo George - Feb 28](https://abateofalaska.com/2015/02/21/fundraiser-for-tattoo-george-feb-28/) - Fundraiser for Tattoo George - Feb 28 ------------------------------------------------------------ http://us2.campaign-archive.com/?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=2070e58806&e=[UNIQID] http://www.abateofalaska.com/ ** The ------------------------------------------------------------ ** ABATE ------------------------------------------------------------ ** Blast ------------------------------------------------------------ United we Ride........Divided we Drive Officers President Ed Rutledge Vice President Big Dave Monore Secretary Lynn Fibranz Treasurer Bobbe Reilly Co-Sgt-At Arms Daniel "Spider" Schneider Mike P Legislative Affairs Boyd McFail Run Coordinator Julie Forsyth Membership Bobbe Reilly Rider Education Barbara "Barb" Smart Products Brad Campbell Co-Gaming Officer Jon Sonju Dan "RC" Owens Public Relations Ed Rutledge Newsletter Editor Bobbe Reilly Web Master Big Dave Monroe Board Of Directors Chairman Dan "Havoc" Coffey Members Geoff Oliver Ed Rutledge Barbara 'Barb" Smart Tom Evans Dan "RC" Owens President Emeritus Karl "Two Tone" LeRay Yukon Bar Seward Alaska Saturday February 28th @ 7:00PM Spaghetti Feed, Silent Auction, and Live Music with The Shoot Dangs (https://www.facebook.com/theshootdangs) ! George (Tattoo George) medical fund George Colyer, probably known to most as Tattoo George, is a long time member of the Seward community as well as the Alaska state wide mc community. George donates his time to the Polar Bear Jump off, Local Domestic Violence, Seward Senior Center and statewide motorcycle fund raisers. Now, I am asking both communities to help him out in his time of need. He was diagnosed with prostate cancer in October and had surgery in November. The next stage will be a form of cancer treatment once a week in Anchorage for the next 6 weeks. He is on a very limited income and could use our help with travel and other expenses that have and will arise. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your generosity. You can Help George by going to the link below and making a donation. http://www.gofundme.com/k4jf8g?fb_action_ids=10203532325895373&fb_action_types=og.shares&fb_ref=fb_g_my_t (http://www.gofundme.com/k4jf8g?fb_action_ids=10203532325895373&fb_action_types=og.shares&fb_ref=fb_g_my_t) Thanks You All ============================================================ ** SIGN UP FOR A CLASS (http://www.learntoridealaska.com) ** JOIN THE MRF! (http://www.mrf.org) ** JOIN THE AMA! (http://americanmotorcyclist.com) _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ** follow on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Abateofalaska) | ** friend on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/abateofalaska) | ** forward to a friend (http://us2.forward-to-friend.com/forward?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=2070e58806&e=[UNIQID]) Copyright © 2015 ABATE of Alaska, All rights reserved. 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George (Tattoo George) medical fund George Colyer, probably known to most as Tattoo George, is a long time member of the Seward community as well as the Alaska state wide mc community. George donates his time to the Polar Bear Jump off, Local Domestic Violence, Seward Senior Center and statewide motorcycle fund raisers. Now, I am asking both communities to help him out in his time of need. He was diagnosed with prostate cancer in October and had surgery in November. The next stage will be a form of cancer treatment once a week in Anchorage for the next 6 weeks. He is on a very limited income and could use our help with travel and other expenses that have and will arise. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your generosity. You can Help George by going to the link below and making a donation. http://www.gofundme.com/k4jf8g?fb_action_ids=10203532325895373&fb_action_types=og.shares&fb_ref=fb_g_my_t (http://www.gofundme.com/k4jf8g?fb_action_ids=10203532325895373&fb_action_types=og.shares&fb_ref=fb_g_my_t) Thanks You All ============================================================ ** SIGN UP FOR A CLASS (http://www.learntoridealaska.com) ** JOIN THE MRF! (http://www.mrf.org) ** JOIN THE AMA! (http://americanmotorcyclist.com) _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ** follow on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Abateofalaska) | ** friend on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/abateofalaska) | ** forward to a friend (http://us2.forward-to-friend.com/forward?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=2070e58806&e=[UNIQID]) Copyright © 2015 ABATE of Alaska, All rights reserved. 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(http://americanmotorcyclist.com) _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ** follow on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Abateofalaska) | ** friend on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/abateofalaska) | ** forward to a friend (http://us2.forward-to-friend.com/forward?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=929878f55f&e=[UNIQID]) Copyright © 2015 ABATE of Alaska, All rights reserved. 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Currently the federal government can and has supplied cash to states to conduct mandatory motorcycle only checkpoints. This legislation, which will be known as H.R. 1861, would put an end to that. In the letter Sensenbrenner states, “I will be reintroducing H.R. 1861, the Stop Motorcycle Checkpoint Funding Act, to protect motorcyclists’ rights and promote crash prevention as the most effective use of taxpayer money to save motorcyclists’ lives.” The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF), along with ABATE of Wisconsin met with Sensenbrenner earlier this week to discuss this important matter. The MRF obviously strongly opposes this sort of motorcyclist discrimination. “Pulling law abiding motorcyclists off the road does not make anyone safer is a waste of taxpayer money and is law enforcement harassment at its worst,” said Jeff Hennie, Vice President for Government Relations and Public Affairs for the MRF. The MRF urges you to contact your Representative in Congress and ask them to join in support of this important legislation as an original cosponsor. You can reach the capitol switchboard at 202-224-3121 and you can find the name of your Representative here: http://www.house.gov/representatives/find/ (http://motorcycleridersfoundation.wildapricot.org/EmailTracker/LinkTracker.ashx?linkAndRecipientCode=RJOmDuXakeRo3ASP%2brlKN%2bA3F1XcG%2bkdX4Ekouz1X0ROszIKinpBKJrCMHtBTl2ZbHDgT4D6jlegAUEnVzvpvrvMQO3bEWPJPbhECwR6mNQ%3d) . It is important to gather as many cosponsors as possible to ensure passage of H.R. 1861. The MRF will keep you informed on this matter so you can engage your member of congress on this important matter impacting motorcyclists on a national level. All Information contained in this release is copyrighted. Reproduction permitted with attribution. Motorcycle Riders Foundation. All rights reserved. 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Currently the federal government can and has supplied cash to states to conduct mandatory motorcycle only checkpoints. This legislation, which will be known as H.R. 1861, would put an end to that. In the letter Sensenbrenner states, “I will be reintroducing H.R. 1861, the Stop Motorcycle Checkpoint Funding Act, to protect motorcyclists’ rights and promote crash prevention as the most effective use of taxpayer money to save motorcyclists’ lives.” The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF), along with ABATE of Wisconsin met with Sensenbrenner earlier this week to discuss this important matter. The MRF obviously strongly opposes this sort of motorcyclist discrimination. “Pulling law abiding motorcyclists off the road does not make anyone safer is a waste of taxpayer money and is law enforcement harassment at its worst,” said Jeff Hennie, Vice President for Government Relations and Public Affairs for the MRF. The MRF urges you to contact your Representative in Congress and ask them to join in support of this important legislation as an original cosponsor. You can reach the capitol switchboard at 202-224-3121 and you can find the name of your Representative here: http://www.house.gov/representatives/find/ (http://motorcycleridersfoundation.wildapricot.org/EmailTracker/LinkTracker.ashx?linkAndRecipientCode=RJOmDuXakeRo3ASP%2brlKN%2bA3F1XcG%2bkdX4Ekouz1X0ROszIKinpBKJrCMHtBTl2ZbHDgT4D6jlegAUEnVzvpvrvMQO3bEWPJPbhECwR6mNQ%3d) . It is important to gather as many cosponsors as possible to ensure passage of H.R. 1861. The MRF will keep you informed on this matter so you can engage your member of congress on this important matter impacting motorcyclists on a national level. All Information contained in this release is copyrighted. Reproduction permitted with attribution. Motorcycle Riders Foundation. All rights reserved. Ride With The LeadersTM by joining the MRF at http://motorcycleridersfoundation.wildapricot.org/page-1654836 (http://motorcycleridersfoundation.wildapricot.org/EmailTracker/LinkTracker.ashx?linkAndRecipientCode=o2fpA4fm7%2bmeiTuFtI9LmnpazNrh9ZN%2fPmOj6wXfpWvghAI%2f4DwMu7cVQ56N%2b0jCUwVnWUfhZnoyfs958OTT8AZ9OhC%2foWYOQyqMv4Vxa2s%3d) or call (202) 546-0983 ============================================================ ** SIGN UP FOR A CLASS (http://www.learntoridealaska.com) ** JOIN THE MRF! (http://www.mrf.org) ** JOIN THE AMA! 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George donates his time to the Polar Bear Jump off, Local Domestic Violence, Seward Senior Center and statewide motor cycle fund raisers. Now, I am asking both communities to help him out in his time of need. He was diagnosed with prostate cancer in October and had surgery in November. The next stage will be a form of cancer treatment once a week in Anchorage for the next 6 weeks. He is on a very limited income and could use our help with travel and other expenses that have and will arise. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your generosity. You can Help George by going to the link below and making a donation. http://www.gofundme.com/k4jf8g?fb_action_ids=10203532325895373&fb_action_types=og.shares&fb_ref=fb_g_my_t (http://www.gofundme.com/k4jf8g?fb_action_ids=10203532325895373&fb_action_types=og.shares&fb_ref=fb_g_my_t) Thanks You All ============================================================ ** SIGN UP FOR A CLASS (http://www.learntoridealaska.com) ** JOIN THE MRF! (http://www.mrf.org) ** JOIN THE AMA! 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George donates his time to the Polar Bear Jump off, Local Domestic Violence, Seward Senior Center and statewide motor cycle fund raisers. Now, I am asking both communities to help him out in his time of need. He was diagnosed with prostate cancer in October and had surgery in November. The next stage will be a form of cancer treatment once a week in Anchorage for the next 6 weeks. He is on a very limited income and could use our help with travel and other expenses that have and will arise. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your generosity. You can Help George by going to the link below and making a donation. http://www.gofundme.com/k4jf8g?fb_action_ids=10203532325895373&fb_action_types=og.shares&fb_ref=fb_g_my_t (http://www.gofundme.com/k4jf8g?fb_action_ids=10203532325895373&fb_action_types=og.shares&fb_ref=fb_g_my_t) Thanks You All ============================================================ ** SIGN UP FOR A CLASS (http://www.learntoridealaska.com) ** JOIN THE MRF! (http://www.mrf.org) ** JOIN THE AMA! (http://americanmotorcyclist.com) _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ** follow on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Abateofalaska) | ** friend on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/abateofalaska) | ** forward to a friend (http://us2.forward-to-friend.com/forward?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=c0a1dc9300&e=[UNIQID]) Copyright © 2015 ABATE of Alaska, All rights reserved. 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George donates his time to the Polar Bear Jump off, Local Domestic Violence, Seward Senior Center and statewide motor cycle fund raisers. Now, I am asking both communities to help him out in his time of need. He was diagnosed with prostate cancer in October and had surgery in November. The next stage will be a form of cancer treatment once a week in Anchorage for the next 6 weeks. He is on a very limited income and could use our help with travel and other expenses that have and will arise. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your generosity. You can Help George by going to the link below and making a donation. http://www.gofundme.com/k4jf8g?fb_action_ids=10203532325895373&fb_action_types=og.shares&fb_ref=fb_g_my_t (http://www.gofundme.com/k4jf8g?fb_action_ids=10203532325895373&fb_action_types=og.shares&fb_ref=fb_g_my_t) Thanks You All ============================================================ ** SIGN UP FOR A CLASS (http://www.learntoridealaska.com) ** JOIN THE MRF! (http://www.mrf.org) ** JOIN THE AMA! 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George donates his time to the Polar Bear Jump off, Local Domestic Violence, Seward Senior Center and statewide motor cycle fund raisers. Now, I am asking both communities to help him out in his time of need. He was diagnosed with prostate cancer in October and had surgery in November. The next stage will be a form of cancer treatment once a week in Anchorage for the next 6 weeks. He is on a very limited income and could use our help with travel and other expenses that have and will arise. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance for your generosity. You can Help George by going to the link below and making a donation. http://www.gofundme.com/k4jf8g?fb_action_ids=10203532325895373&fb_action_types=og.shares&fb_ref=fb_g_my_t (http://www.gofundme.com/k4jf8g?fb_action_ids=10203532325895373&fb_action_types=og.shares&fb_ref=fb_g_my_t) Thanks You All ============================================================ ** SIGN UP FOR A CLASS (http://www.learntoridealaska.com) ** JOIN THE MRF! (http://www.mrf.org) ** JOIN THE AMA! 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(http://www.mrf.org) ** JOIN THE AMA! (http://americanmotorcyclist.com) _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ** follow on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Abateofalaska) | ** friend on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/abateofalaska) | ** forward to a friend (http://us2.forward-to-friend.com/forward?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=f718df9a71&e=[UNIQID]) Copyright © 2015 ABATE of Alaska, All rights reserved. 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Hope to see you all there! 2015 Meet n Greet ABATE flyer2 - [2015 Meet and Greet](https://abateofalaska.com/2015/01/08/2015-meet-and-greet/) - First ABATE of Alaska Board Meeting for 2015 is tonight at 7:00 PM! 2207 Spenard Rd, Anchorage, AK 99503, USA Our Board meetings are Open to the Public! Final Preparations for the Fourth Annual Meet and Greet on Saturday, January 17th, 2015! 2015 Meet n Greet ABATE flyer2 - [ABATE Meet & Greet Saturday Jan. 17](https://abateofalaska.com/2015/01/03/abate-meet-greet-saturday-jan-17/) - ABATE Meet & Greet Saturday Jan. 17 ------------------------------------------------------------ http://us2.campaign-archive.com/?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=8e735b9af2&e=[UNIQID] http://www.abateofalaska.com/ ** The ------------------------------------------------------------ ** ABATE ------------------------------------------------------------ ** Blast ------------------------------------------------------------ United we Ride........Divided we Drive Officers President Ed Rutledge Vice President Big Dave Monore Secretary Lynn Fibranz Treasurer Bobbe Reilly Co-Sgt-At Arms Daniel "Spider" Schneider Mike P Legislative Affairs Boyd McFail Run Coordinator Julie Forsyth Membership Bobbe Reilly Rider Education Barbara "Barb" Smart Products Brad Campbell Co-Gaming Officer Jon Sonju Dan "RC" Owens Public Relations Ed Rutledge Newsletter Editor Bobbe Reilly Web Master Big Dave Monroe Board Of Directors Chairman Dan "Havoc" Coffey Members Geoff Oliver Ed Rutledge Barbara 'Barb" Smart Tom Evans Dan "RC" Owens President Emeritus Karl "Two Tone" LeRay ============================================================ ** SIGN UP FOR A CLASS (http://www.learntoridealaska.com) ** JOIN THE MRF! 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We forgot to list the Product Officer and the second Gaming Officer. Here are the results of the ABATE Elections The Following will be the New Officers and Board of Directors for 2015 OFFICERS President Ed Rutledge Vice President Big Dave Monroe Treasurer Bobbe Reilley Secretary Lynn Fibranz Legislative Affairs Boyd McFail Riders Ed Barbara “Barb” Smart Membership Bobbe Reilley Run Coordinator Julie Forsyth Gaming Dan “RC” Owens Jon Sonju Products Brad Campbell Newsletter Bobbe Reilley Co-Sgt’s Arms Mike P Dan “Spider” Schneider Web Master Big Dave Monroe Public Relations Ed Rutledge BOARD OF DIRECTORS Barbara ‘Barb” Smart Dan “Havoc” Coffey Dan “RC’ Owens Geoff Oliver Big Dave Monroe Tom Evans Start making plans to come and meet all the new officers and directors Saturday Jan. 24^th at the ABATE Meet & Greet (date is tentative at this time). 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In a late night Senate session, the confirmation was part of a large package of other non-controversial nominees. Mark Rosekind was nominated nearly a year after former NHTSA boss, David Strickland, stepped down. Rosekind was a National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) board member. Rosekind, sleep scientist by training, has been on the NTSB's board since 2010. Before that, he spent 13 years as the president of Alertness Solutions and also worked for NASA for several years. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx called Rosekind a "leader ready-made for this critical responsibility," adding it would be his job not only to hold automakers accountable, but "raise the bar on safety.” According to the NTSB website, Rosekind is a leading expert in human fatigue. Rosekind has his work cut out for him; NHTSA has suffered amid harsh criticism that the agency has sat on the sidelines concerning recent auto part failure recall, such as the GM ignition switch and the Takata Corp airbag recall. A troubled website and a botched attempt to alert the public about the potentially fatal airbags have left NHTSA reeling. To put things in perspective, Joan Claybrok, a former NHTSA administrator, and hater of all things motorcycle, called the current state of affairs at the safety administration “a total meltdown, a royal embarrassment and calls into question the trustworthiness of the agency.” These are harsh words from a longtime and very loyal supporter of NHTSA. Still pending is the Senate confirmation of Presidents Obama’s pick to head the National Transportation Safety Board, Christopher Hart. All Information contained in this release is copyrighted. Reproduction permitted with attribution. Motorcycle Riders Foundation. All rights reserved. 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Unfortunately, we are experiencing some difficulties and very tough times. We have experienced some improprieties from within and have had to turn some information over to legal authorities for further investigation and resolution. To try and return ABATE of Colorado to its original mission and objectives and get us back on track, we have replaced some of our leadership. We are making an extreme effort internally to reorganize and revamp how we conduct our business to the best of our abilities. We are also consulting with others from within the movement for their advice and counsel. Currently we are experiencing some extreme financial difficulties that we may not be able to overcome without help. We have asked the Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) for their assistance by distributing letters to its members and supporting organizations. We ask that any member, MRO, or supporting organization that could possibly help, make a donation to ABATE of CO. We are a 501(c) 3 not for profit organization so all donations are tax deductible. Donations can be made by going to: www.abateofcolo.org (http://motorcycleridersfoundation.wildapricot.org/EmailTracker/LinkTracker.ashx?linkAndRecipientCode=iklvqj4Q3b9ZTGO5BVBLo%2bPB71NjQRQxft15tAjS9WgWVCDU5Yw0I022PZvYG1BY9Ek3ilV3KhslokPFIIjg19qd%2frJ%2fBF30HBe7l4NjIvw%3d) and clicking on the donation button; Use your Pay Pal account to send to: donations@abateofcolo.org (mailto:donations@abateofcolo.org) ; or ABATE of Colorado, P.O. Box 111528, Aurora, CO 80042-1528 Thank you for any donation you can provide and for your support. Bruce Downs State Coordinator ABATE of COLORADO scooterrider@q.com (mailto:scooterrider@q.com) All Information contained in this release is copyrighted. Reproduction permitted with attribution. Motorcycle Riders Foundation. All rights reserved. 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Your vote counts Ballots must be returned by 7:30 PM Thursday, November 20, 2014 You have three options to submit your ballot: 1. Bring the ballot with you to the November General Membership meeting on November 20, 2014 @ 7pm. Meeting held at the Sea Galley restaurant in the “Section 13” room, Anchorage, AK. 2. Mail your ballot to PO Box 92213, Anchorage, AK 99509. Ballot must be received by November 20, 2014. Mail will be picked up at noon on the day of meeting and delivered to the meeting. 3. Drop off your ballot at Alaska Leather before the meeting. Ballots will be picked up at noon day of meeting and delivered to the meeting. Please do not copy your ballot. Duplicates will not be counted. If someone you know did not get a ballot in the mail they must call or see the membership coordinator with their correct address to receive their ballot. (Bobbe Reilly 569-1843) Instructions for mail-in or drop off ballots: After filling out your ballot place it in the return address envelope. Insure that your name and membership number is printed on the return envelope. You will need to have your ballot inside the return envelope whether you mail it in, drop it of at Alaska Leather, or bring it to the meeting to drop it in the ballot box. The ballot will be removed and placed in the ballot box after your name has been verified as a current member of ABATE of Alaska which qualifies you as a casting vote. Please note meeting place and time for elections: General Membership Meeting Thursday, November 20, 2014 7:00PM Sea Galley Restaurant, Section 13 Room BALLOT BOX WILL CLOSE AT 7:30 PM NOVEMBER 20, 2014 The Warren Garrison Award: Warren Garrison was an outstanding member of ABATE. Though he did not hold an office or board position he was always here with his insight, knowledge and helping hands. Upon his death in 1993 ABATE decided to honor him by creating an award in his name. This is ABATE’s highest award and is given to the person or persons that the membership feels has exemplified and promoted ABATE and it’s volunteer mission to the highest standards for the passed year. This award is open to anyone that is a current member of ABATE ============================================================ ** SIGN UP FOR A CLASS (http://www.learntoridealaska.com) ** JOIN THE MRF! (http://www.mrf.org) ** JOINT THE AMA! 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As has been done for the past several years, the MRF requested that it be attended by Sustaining State Motorcyclists’ Rights Organizations (SSMRO) Legislative and/or Executive Officers. We welcomed several representatives from our Sustaining Motorcycle Clubs and Organizations as well. The goal was to set the MRF’s Federal Legislative Agenda for the 2014 Meeting of the Minds to the 2015 Meeting of the Minds annual cycle. The MRF’s SSMRO partners responded once again with a majority attendance that resulted in a healthy dialogue focused on motorcycling. The MRF Legislative Committee remains extremely pleased at the aligned and clear direction we experienced again this year from our SSMRO partners. This level of agreement continues to allow for solid action plans to be developed by our Legislative Committee and our Board of Directors that can be effectively employed by our Government Relations Department and our SSMRO partners while in Washington D.C. and in working federal issues in their home states. Additionally, we continue to see productive gains in state legislative activities that support our federal efforts when it comes to protecting on-road motorcyclists, motorcycling, and its associated lifestyle. The MRF Legislative Committee continued the practice instituted four years ago of recording one vote per SSMRO in attendance. A full breakdown of each vote can be seen in the upcoming issue of the MRF Reports. The session this year was moderated by MRF Vice President, Jay Jackson, with support from MRF Vice President of Government Relations & Public Affairs, Jeff Hennie, and MRF President, Kirk “Hardtail” Willard. * MAP 21 upcoming reauthorization (the Highway Bill) – To include Motorcycle 2010 type Grant Funding (the MRF to pursue the current levels of funding along with a request to tighten up language for qualification and use), continuation of the NHTSA Lobbying Ban, pursue reinstatement of the Motorcycle Advisory Council (MAC) to advise the FHWA (Federal Highway Administration), oppose any motorcycling related federal blackmails or federal sanctions contained in the highway bill; closely monitor for any action that would negatively impact motorcycles, motorcycling, and motorcyclists; seek to include HR1861 type language to ban motorcycle specific roadblock grant funding * SAE Motorcycle Roadside Sound Test – The MRF to NOT promote the use of the SAE Sound Test as a National enforcement standard, majority considered this a state issue * NHTSA motorcycle-specific checkpoint grant program – MRF to carry out a full effort to cut off specified use of funding for this motorcycle-based discriminatory practice, work with SMRO’s to exchange information on passing anti-checkpoint laws within the state, work to get new HR1861 like resolution language written and introduced * Continue monitoring the Federal Crash Causation study and the MSF Naturalistic study * Strongly oppose any federal standard proposing stamping and certifying of motorcycle exhaust systems * Continue to oppose federal agency activity regarding EPA Sound Emission User studies and the encouragement of state activity with federal resources – again deemed to be a state issue * Work to discourage ALL forms of distracted driving, and oppose all forms of funding blackmails or withholding of funds as related to motorcyclists, watch this issue closely for motorcycle specific discriminatory language * Continue participation at the federal level where the definition of a motorcycle is under review taking advantage of any opportunity available to enhance and further clarify * MRF will oppose any motorcycling, motorcycle, or motorcyclist-based discriminatory legislation or rules proposed by the U.S. Congress or by a federal agency * MRF to seek a legislative vehicle to include motorcyclist anti-profiling language this upcoming session * Continue participation in motorcycle related activity in the European Union, United Nations and Canada * MRF to fiercely oppose any mandatory helmet or apparel standards * MRF directed by our SSMRO’s to not support the use of ethanol fuels higher than E10 or any other newly developed fuel blends including alternative renewable fuels without further testing on motorcycle engines and obtaining specific recommendations from motorcycle manufacturers approving their use, MRF and SSMRO’s to continue to pursue passage of HR875 type language * MRF to continue to insure the inclusion of motorcycles in ongoing Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) emerging technologies * Pursue safer roadway design strategies at the federal level, include safer cable barrier research similar to European improvements in the discussion * Continue to promote our theme of crash avoidance versus safer crashing, using the principles of HR1498 urging NHTSA to focus on crash prevention and rider education * MRF to pursue limiting funding of the Center for Disease Control (CDC) for their increasing involvement in motorcycling safety issues * MRF to pursue limiting of funding of CDC on their involvement in motorcycling safety issues through a relevant appropriations bill, pursue CDC lobby ban and seek to remove language where CDC suggests motorcycle crashes are preventable injury events. MRF to continue to support efforts to refocus the CDC on their mission as stated in the letter from Congressman Petri to the CDC on September 27th, 2013 * MRF to monitor private organizations that oppose the legislative agenda or mission of the MRF and investigate their funding sources to make certain they are not receiving federal tax dollars * MRF to monitor public organizations for funding sources when in opposition to our legislative agenda or mission and respond appropriately if they receive federal tax dollars * MRF to monitor and report on transportation entities that are active in motorcycling but by their charters or mission statements are or should be non-relevant to motorcycles * MRF to monitor and report on non-transportation federal agencies becoming increasingly involved in motorcycling such as the Government Accountability Office (GAO) * MRF to continue to closely monitor the federally mandated Affordable Health Care Act for potential motorcyclist and motorcycling discrimination * MRF to fully engage the EPA on upcoming activity on motorcycle emission regulations and motorcycle drive train mandates * MRF to support the Black Box Protection Act, currently HR2414, seek introduction of similar language in the upcoming Congress to regulate black boxes in motorcycles, seek to clarify the rights of the vehicle owner to ownership of the recorded data * MRF to research fair tolling concepts on federally funded roads and roads supported by federal bonds * Federal Agency Motorcycle Design Standards – MRF to oppose non-motorcycle manufacturer mandated specific design standards * There was agreement that while the handling of non-motorcycle powered two and three wheelers such and mopeds, scooters, and the various cabin based steering wheel type vehicles was considered a state by state issue that there would be an effort to get these removed from motorcycle crash statistics if they do not have to follow the existing motorcycle licensing program in the state. With the current U.S. Congress, combined with our comprehensive and aggressive legislative agenda, the MRF Legislative Committee strongly encourages our SSMRO partners and our MRF members to actively engage in a lively motorcycling dialogue with their U.S. House of Representative and U.S. Senate Members as an immediate priority. We will need a strong presence going into the new 114th Congress as well. If your SSMRO needs any assistance in planning a trip to Washington D.C. to begin or strengthen the dialogue with your members of Congress, contact Jeff Hennie in the MRF office at 202-546-0983 or Jeff@mrf.org (mailto:Jeff@mrf.org) . We would also like to encourage you to finalize your plans to attend our national biker lobby day event in Washington D.C., Bikers Inside the Beltway, on Thursday May 14th, 2015. 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Email Marketing Powered by MailChimp http://www.mailchimp.com/monkey-rewards/?utm_source=freemium_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=monkey_rewards&aid=030e46dff408565518927208e&afl=1 ** unsubscribe from this list (http://traditionalamericanmovement.us2.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=d5d007e8a4&e=[UNIQID]&c=2af7614d40) | ** update subscription preferences (http://traditionalamericanmovement.us2.list-manage.com/profile?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=d5d007e8a4&e=[UNIQID]) - [Fred Meyer is Supporting ABATE OF ALASKA ](https://abateofalaska.com/2014/11/09/fredmeyer/) - YOU CAN HELP ABATE OF ALASKA EARN DONATIONS JUST BY SHOPPING WITH YOUR FRED MEYER REWARDS CARD! Fred Meyer is donating $2.5 million per year to non-profits in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington, based on where their customers tell them to give. Here’s how the program works: Sign up for the Community Rewards program - [Help ABATE at Fred Meyer](https://abateofalaska.com/2014/11/09/help-abate-at-fred-meyer/) - Help ABATE at Fred Meyer ------------------------------------------------------------ http://us2.campaign-archive.com/?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=7127bafa50&e=[UNIQID] http://www.abateofalaska.com/ ** The ------------------------------------------------------------ ** ABATE ------------------------------------------------------------ ** Blast ------------------------------------------------------------ United we Ride........Divided we Drive Officers President Ben Stickley Vice President Geoff Oliver Secretary Lynn Fibranz Treasurer Bobbe Reilly Co-Sgt-At Arms Daniel "Spider" Schneider Mike P Legislative Affairs Boyd McFail Run Coordinator Chris 'Token" Rigel Membership Bobbe Reilly Rider Education Barbara "Barb" Smart Products Chris 'Token" Rigel Gaming Officer Jon Sonju Public Relations Ed Rutledge Newsletter Editor Bobbe Reilly Web Master Big Dave Monroe Board Of Directors Chairman Dan "Havoc" Coffey Members Geoff Olivert Ed Rutledge Barbara 'Barb" Smart Boyd McFail Dan "RC" Owens President Emeritus Karl "Two Tone" LeRay YOU CAN HELP ABATE OF ALASKA EARN DONATIONS JUST BY SHOPPING WITH YOUR FRED MEYER REWARDS CARD! Fred Meyer is donating $2.5 million per year to non-profits in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington, based on where their customers tell them to give. Here’s how the program works: * Sign up for the Community Rewards program by linking your Fred Meyer Rewards Card to ABATE of Alaska at www.fredmeyer.com/communityrewards. You can search for us by our name or by our non-profit number 92866. * Then, every time you shop and use your Rewards Card, you are helping ABATE of Alaska earn a donation! * You still earn your Rewards Points, Fuel Points, and Rebates, just as you do today. * If you do not have a Rewards Card, they are available at the Customer Service desk of any Fred Meyer store. * For more information, please visit www.fredmeyer.com/communityrewards. ============================================================ ** SIGN UP FOR A CLASS (http://www.learntoridealaska.com) ** JOIN THE MRF! (http://www.mrf.org) ** JOINT THE AMA! 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Click on the links below to access PDF copies - [CORRECTION The ABATE Election Ballots are in the Mail](https://abateofalaska.com/2014/10/27/correction-the-abate-election-ballots-are-in-the-mail/) - CORRECTION The ABATE Election Ballots are in the Mail ------------------------------------------------------------ http://us2.campaign-archive.com/?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=1e4b881680&e=[UNIQID] http://www.abateofalaska.com/ ** The ------------------------------------------------------------ ** ABATE ------------------------------------------------------------ ** Blast ------------------------------------------------------------ United we Ride........Divided we Drive Officers President Ben Stickley Vice President Geoff Oliver Secretary Lynn Fibranz Treasurer Bobbe Reilly Co-Sgt-At Arms Daniel "Spider" Schneider Mike P Legislative Affairs Boyd McFail Run Coordinator Chris 'Token" Rigel Membership Bobbe Reilly Rider Education Barbara "Barb" Smart Products Chris 'Token" Rigel Gaming Officer Jon Sonju Public Relations Ed Rutledge Newsletter Editor Bobbe Reilly Web Master Big Dave Monroe Board Of Directors Chairman Dan "Havoc" Coffey Members Geoff Olivert Ed Rutledge Barbara 'Barb" Smart Boyd McFail Dan "RC" Owens President Emeritus Karl "Two Tone" LeRay It seems we forgot that Bobbe (Membership) and the person that would handle any Ballot issues had vacation planned for this time period. So any one that does not get a ballot in the mail please reply back to the Blast with your name and address or call Boyd 907-268-8091 and we'll get it fixed ASAP. ABATE Election Ballots will be arriving in the mail soon. Please take the time to vote. Ballots must be returned by 7:30 PM Thursday, November 20, 2014 You have three options to submit your ballot: 1. Bring the ballot with you to the November General Membership meeting on November 20, 2014 @ 7pm. Meeting held at the Sea Galley restaurant in the “Section 13” room, Anchorage, AK. 2. Mail your ballot to PO Box 92213, Anchorage, AK 99509. Ballot must be received by November 20, 2014. Mail will be picked up at noon on the day of meeting and delivered to the meeting. 3. Drop off your ballot at Alaska Leather before the meeting. Ballots will be picked up at noon day of meeting and delivered to the meeting. Please do not copy your ballot. Duplicates will not be counted. If someone you know did not get a ballot in the mail they must call or see the membership coordinator with their correct address to receive their ballot. (Bobbe Reilly 569-1843) Instructions for mail-in or drop off ballots: After filling out your ballot place it in the return address envelope. Insure that your name and membership number is printed on the return envelope. You will need to have your ballot inside the return envelope whether you mail it in, drop it of at Alaska Leather, or bring it to the meeting to drop it in the ballot box. The ballot will be removed and placed in the ballot box after your name has been verified as a current member of ABATE of Alaska which qualifies you as a casting vote. Please note meeting place and time for elections: General Membership Meeting Thursday, November 20, 2014 7:00PM Sea Galley Restaurant, Section 13 Room BALLOT BOX WILL CLOSE AT 7:30 PM NOVEMBER 20, 2014 The Warren Garrison Award: Warren Garrison was an outstanding member of ABATE. Though he did not hold an office or board position he was always here with his insight, knowledge and helping hands. Upon his death in 1993 ABATE decided to honor him by creating an award in his name. This is ABATE’s highest award and is given to the person or persons that the membership feels has exemplified and promoted ABATE and it’s volunteer mission to the highest standards for the passed year. This award is open to anyone that is a current member of ABATE ============================================================ ** SIGN UP FOR A CLASS (http://www.learntoridealaska.com) ** JOIN THE MRF! (http://www.mrf.org) ** JOINT THE AMA! 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Please take the time to vote. Ballots must be returned by 7:30 PM Thursday, November 20, 2014 You have three options to submit your ballot: 1. Bring the ballot with you to the November General Membership meeting on November 20, 2014 @ 7pm. Meeting held at the Sea Galley restaurant in the “Section 13” room, Anchorage, AK. 2. Mail your ballot to PO Box 92213, Anchorage, AK 99509. Ballot must be received by November 20, 2014. Mail will be picked up at noon on the day of meeting and delivered to the meeting. 3. Drop off your ballot at Alaska Leather before the meeting. Ballots will be picked up at noon day of meeting and delivered to the meeting. Please do not copy your ballot. Duplicates will not be counted. If someone you know did not get a ballot in the mail they must call or see the membership coordinator with their correct address to receive their ballot. (Bobbe Reilly 569-1843) Instructions for mail-in or drop off ballots: After filling out your ballot place it in the return address envelope. Insure that your name and membership number is printed on the return envelope. You will need to have your ballot inside the return envelope whether you mail it in, drop it of at Alaska Leather, or bring it to the meeting to drop it in the ballot box. The ballot will be removed and placed in the ballot box after your name has been verified as a current member of ABATE of Alaska which qualifies you as a casting vote. Please note meeting place and time for elections: General Membership Meeting Thursday, November 20, 2014 7:00PM Sea Galley Restaurant, Section 13 Room BALLOT BOX WILL CLOSE AT 7:30 PM NOVEMBER 20, 2014 The Warren Garrison Award: Warren Garrison was an outstanding member of ABATE. Though he did not hold an office or board position he was always here with his insight, knowledge and helping hands. Upon his death in 1993 ABATE decided to honor him by creating an award in his name. This is ABATE’s highest award and is given to the person or persons that the membership feels has exemplified and promoted ABATE and it’s volunteer mission to the highest standards for the passed year. This award is open to anyone that is a current member of ABATE ============================================================ ** SIGN UP FOR A CLASS (http://www.learntoridealaska.com) ** JOIN THE MRF! (http://www.mrf.org) ** JOINT THE AMA! 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Please take the time to vote. Ballots must be returned by 7:30 PM Thursday, November 20, 2014 You have three options to submit your ballot: 1. Bring the ballot with you to the November General Membership meeting on November 20, 2014 @ 7pm. Meeting held at the Sea Galley restaurant in the “Section 13” room, Anchorage, AK. 2. Mail your ballot to PO Box 92213, Anchorage, AK 99509. Ballot must be received by November 20, 2014. Mail will be picked up at noon on the day of meeting and delivered to the meeting. 3. Drop off your ballot at Alaska Leather before the meeting. Ballots will be picked up at noon day of meeting and delivered to the meeting. Please do not copy your ballot. Duplicates will not be counted. If someone you know did not get a ballot in the mail they must call or see the membership coordinator with their correct address to receive their ballot. (Bobbe Reilly 569-1843) Instructions for mail-in or drop off ballots: After filling out your ballot place it in the return address envelope. Insure that your name and membership number is printed on the return envelope. You will need to have your ballot inside the return envelope whether you mail it in, drop it of at Alaska Leather, or bring it to the meeting to drop it in the ballot box. The ballot will be removed and placed in the ballot box after your name has been verified as a current member of ABATE of Alaska which qualifies you as a casting vote. Please note meeting place and time for elections: General Membership Meeting Thursday, November 20, 2014 7:00PM Sea Galley Restaurant, Section 13 Room BALLOT BOX WILL CLOSE AT 7:30 PM NOVEMBER 20, 2014 The Warren Garrison Award: Warren Garrison was an outstanding member of ABATE. Though he did not hold an office or board position he was always here with his insight, knowledge and helping hands. Upon his death in 1993 ABATE decided to honor him by creating an award in his name. This is ABATE’s highest award and is given to the person or persons that the membership feels has exemplified and promoted ABATE and it’s volunteer mission to the highest standards for the passed year. This award is open to anyone that is a current member of ABATE ============================================================ ** SIGN UP FOR A CLASS (http://www.learntoridealaska.com) ** JOIN THE MRF! (http://www.mrf.org) ** JOINT THE AMA! (http://americanmotorcyclist.com) _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ** follow on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Abateofalaska) | ** friend on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/abateofalaska) | ** forward to a friend (http://us2.forward-to-friend.com/forward?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=fc368c8698&e=[UNIQID]) Copyright © 2014 ABATE of Alaska, All rights reserved. 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Please take part in the elections and make your vote count! 2014 Election Letter 2014 Ballot - [Nominations and General Membership meeting](https://abateofalaska.com/2014/10/09/nominations-and-general-membership-meeting/) - Nominations and General Membership meeting ------------------------------------------------------------ http://us2.campaign-archive.com/?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=4600a8b40c&e=[UNIQID] http://www.abateofalaska.com/ ** The ------------------------------------------------------------ ** ABATE ------------------------------------------------------------ ** Blast ------------------------------------------------------------ Officers President Ben Stickley Vice President Geoff Oliver Secretary Lynn Fibranz Treasurer Bobbe Reilly Co-Sgt-At Arms Daniel "Spider" Schneider Mike P Legislative Affairs Boyd McFail Run Coordinator Chris 'Token" Rigel Membership Bobbe Reilly Rider Education Barbara "Barb" Smart Products Chris 'Token" Rigel Gaming Officer Jon Sonju Public Relations Ed Rutledge Newsletter Editor Bobbe Reilly Web Master Big Dave Monroe Board Of Directors Chairman Dan "Havoc" Coffey Members Geoff Olivert Ed Rutledge Barbara 'Barb" Smart Boyd McFail Dan "RC" Owens President Emeritus Karl "Two Tone" LeRay Annual Nomination of Officers and Board Members Remember it is time for the membership to get their nominations in for November's election of ABATE Officers and Board Member's for the 2015 terms. You should have received a nomination form in the last newsletter sent to you. Nominations close Oct. 16th at the General Membership Meeting Voice Nominations will be taken at the meeting too. 7 PM @ the Sea Galley Nominations may be brought to the meeting, dropped off at Alaska Leather, or mailed to: ABATE PO Box 92213 Anchorage, AK 99509 If you did not get your newsletter and nomination form, use the list of officers and board to the left and nominate a person or yourself for any of the positions. All officers and board members positions are up for election See you at the meeting ============================================================ ** SIGN UP FOR A CLASS (http://www.learntoridealaska.com) ** JOIN THE MRF! (http://www.mrf.org) ** JOINT THE AMA! (http://americanmotorcyclist.com) _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ** follow on Twitter (https://twitter.com/Abateofalaska) | ** friend on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/abateofalaska) | ** forward to a friend (http://us2.forward-to-friend.com/forward?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=4600a8b40c&e=[UNIQID]) Copyright © 2014 ABATE of Alaska, All rights reserved. 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Yes, it's that silly season again. It's election time. No, No, we're not talking about the coming political elections for Govt. Offices. We're talking about the election of ABATE Officers and Board Members. Be On the look out for the next edition of the ABATE Newsletter coming to a mailbox near you. Inside the newsletter will be the Nomination Forms for our upcoming elections. Think about who's name you would like to see on the ballot in November for the Officers and Board of ABATE. Write that persons name in for a position you think they would do a good job for ABATE and the membership. 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Many GIs gave their life so you can exercise your right to VOTE! DO NOT LET THEM DOWN! The polls open at 7:00am and are open until 8:00pm. There is no excuse for you not to get this done. ============================================================ ** follow on Twitter (Twitter Account not yet Authorized) | ** friend on Facebook (#) | ** forward to a friend (http://us2.forward-to-friend.com/forward?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=b9daf5626c&e=[UNIQID]) Copyright © 2014 ABATE of Alaska, All rights reserved. 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Meet at Carrs on Huffman at 12:00. 2. Kick stands up at 12:30 3. Not sure of the poker stops but we are going towards Soldotna 4. End destination is the the Decanter Inn 5. As of last night there is still rooms available. 6. Poker run is $30.00 for the first hand which includes your meal ticket at the Decanter 7. Each additional hand is 5.00 dollars each i look forward to seeing everyone there and if it is anything like it has been in the past this is a run you really dont want to miss. The COC has done great job. Oh and remember this is not a mass mailer so spread the word to your organizations and beyond. -- Thank You David Ellis Account Manager Air Liquide America LP david.ellis@airliquide.com (mailto:david.ellis@airliquide.com) ph: (907)-529-8789 fx: (907)-561-8364 ============================================================ ** follow on Twitter (Twitter Account not yet Authorized) | ** friend on Facebook (#) | ** forward to a friend (http://us2.forward-to-friend.com/forward?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=099a1cf7ee&e=[UNIQID]) Copyright © 2014 ABATE of Alaska, All rights reserved. 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The destination is the Decanter Inn - [Can-Am Fire Investigation](https://abateofalaska.com/2014/08/12/can-am-fire-investigation/) - Can-Am Fire Investigation ------------------------------------------------------------ http://us2.campaign-archive.com/?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=e159dc20fd&e=[UNIQID] http://www.abateofalaska.com/ ** The ------------------------------------------------------------ ** ABATE ------------------------------------------------------------ ** Blast ------------------------------------------------------------ Officers President Ben Stickley Vice President Geoff Oliver Secretary Lynn Fibranz Treasurer Bobbe Reilly Sgt-At Arms Justin Sheets Legislative Affairs Boyd McFail Run Coordinator Chris 'Token" Rigel Membership Bobbe Reilly Rider Education Barbara "Barb" Smart Products Chris 'Token" Rigel Gaming Officer Jon Sonju Public Relations Ed Rutledge Newsletter Editor Bobbe Reilly Web Master Big Dave Monroe Board Of Directors Chairman Dan "Havoc" Coffey Members Geoff Olivert Ed Rutledge Barbara 'Barb" Smart Boyd McFail Dan "RC" Owens President Emeritus Karl "Two Tone" LeRay From the MRF FOX NEWS - U.S. safety regulators are investigating two reports of fires in Can-Am Spyder three-wheeled motorcycles. The probe covers about 52,000 motorcycles from the 2008 through 2014 model years. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says in documents posted Friday that the fires appear to be unrelated to three recalls of the motorcycles. One Spyder was destroyed last month in a fire while being used by the Morgantown, West Virginia, Police Department. Another burned in the Mojave Desert region of California. The safety agency says it will look into what caused the fires. Investigations can lead to recalls. The motorcycles are made by Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. of Canada. Messages were left seeking comment from the company. The Morgantown police, in a July 23 complaint to NHTSA, said an officer was riding the Spyder on a city street and felt heat rising from beneath the motorcycle. The officer saw flames coming from the engine and moved it to the side of the road. "Within seconds the vehicle was fully engulfed and flames caught a yard and two nearby trees on fire," the complaint said. The Fire Department and a city mechanic determined that the fuel system was the source of the blaze, the complaint said. No one was injured in either fire, but the police motorcycle was a total loss. The three recalls happened in 2012 and 2013, and all involved the risk of fires. Last year, the company recalled about 8,200 Spyders because brake fluid leaks could cause fires. In 2012 it recalled about 34,000 because fuel vapors could leak due to an ill-fitting gas cap. It also recalled 9,600 because fuel vapors could exit a vent hose in the engine compartment. Jeff Hennie Vice President Government Relations and Public Affairs Motorcycle Riders Foundation Offic-202 546 0983 Cell-202-725-5471 1325 G street NW Suite 500 Washington, DC 20005 www.mrf.org (http://www.mrf.org/) ============================================================ ** follow on Twitter (Twitter Account not yet Authorized) | ** friend on Facebook (#) | ** forward to a friend (http://us2.forward-to-friend.com/forward?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=e159dc20fd&e=[UNIQID]) Copyright © 2014 ABATE of Alaska, All rights reserved. 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SUNDAY! SUNDAY! CHRISTMAS IN JULY ABATES biggest Run of the Year Our 30th Year Don't be a GRINCH Come and join Santa as an ELF We will meet at the Alaska Vets Clubhouse 7500 E 4th Ave. 9:00 AM Kick Stands up @ 10:00 AM We will Return to the Clubhouse around 3:00PM for a BBQ (If you haven't had one of "Faces" burgers, you are cheating on your mouth) ============================================================ ** follow on Twitter (Twitter Account not yet Authorized) | ** friend on Facebook (#) | ** forward to a friend (http://us2.forward-to-friend.com/forward?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=948b8f5558&e=[UNIQID]) Copyright © 2014 ABATE of Alaska, All rights reserved. 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You tell us what you think. ============================================================ ** follow on Twitter (Twitter Account not yet Authorized) | ** friend on Facebook (#) | ** forward to a friend (http://us2.forward-to-friend.com/forward?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=3e6a83906d&e=[UNIQID]) Copyright © 2014 ABATE of Alaska, All rights reserved. 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Harley is recalling 66,421 Touring and CVO Touring motorcycles from the 2014 model year. It warns that the front wheels can lock up without warning. The recall applies to bikes with anti-lock brakes made between July 1, 2013, and May 7. The flaw has resulted in five crashes, with two minor injuries. The snafu occurs when a brake line in front is pinched between the fuel tank and the frame, causing the front brake fluid pressure to increase and increasing the risk that the front wheel could lock up while riding. Dealers will replace brake lines and install straps to keep them in place. ============================================================ ** follow on Twitter (Twitter Account not yet Authorized) | ** friend on Facebook (#) | ** forward to a friend (http://us2.forward-to-friend.com/forward?u=030e46dff408565518927208e&id=4796e1684f&e=[UNIQID]) Copyright © 2014 ABATE of Alaska, All rights reserved. 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One is for certain 2014 BMW R1200RT motorcycles, and the other is for certain Harley Davidson chrome hand control lever kits. Both of these recalls came to our attention through the Massachusetts Motorcycle Association. We thank the MMA for their continued vigilance in the area of motorcycle safety. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MMA Safety Update - BMW Issues 2014 R1200RT Motorcycle Recall BMW of North America is recalling 950 2014 R1200RT motorcycles produced between November 27, 2013 and May 5, 2014 for a problem with the Dynamic Electronic Suspension Adjustment (ESA) rear shock absorber. The piston rod within the rear shock absorber can break without warning, causing loss of stability. More information and details of the recall can be found here: http://documents.clubexpress.com/documents.ashx?key=8JeBp5xOhRB5vw9s5RPdMIGCbolu8zy0JQjtXn3v%2beo%3d http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchResults?searchType=ID&targetCategory=R&searchCriteria.nhtsa_ids=14V320000 (http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchResults?searchType=ID&targetCategory=R&searchCriteria.nhtsa_ids=14V320000) (http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchResults?searchType=ID&targetCategory=R&searchCriteria.nhtsa_ids=14V320000 (http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchResults?searchType=ID&targetCategory=R&searchCriteria.nhtsa_ids=14V320000) ) http://bmwmcmag.com/2014/06/2014-r1200rt-recall-is-official-2012-14-c600-sportc650gt-scooters-also-recalled/ BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Dynamic ESA shock absorber, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in July 2014. Owners may contact BMW Customer Relations at 1-800-525-7417. Note: Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until they have been remedied (http://bmwmcmag.com/2014/06/2014-bmw-r1200rt-recall-coming). FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE HD Issues Recall on 2014 Sportster XL Motorcycle Chrome Hand Control Levers Harley Davidson has issued a recall for certain Chrome Hand Control Lever Kits, part number 3670053, intended for use on 2014 Sportster XL motorcycles. The reason is that affected kits may have excess chrome plating on the brake lever which could prevent the front brake master cylinder piston from fully returning. This could cause front brake pressure to not be fully released and may cause the front wheel to lock up, which could lead to a crash. More information and details of the recall can be found here: http://documents.clubexpress.com/documents.ashx?key=8IQdvTWOAtOpIJxdl1lccOCyaM%2bS%2fjR%2baFIXrtBxHhDZ6yS6Gm7mkK3%2b66Lj5Y4dYOLoPgxHpIJDJc988zTQdQ%3d%3d http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchResults?searchType=ID&targetCategory=R&searchCriteria.nhtsa_ids=14E023000 (http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchResults?searchType=ID&targetCategory=R&searchCriteria.nhtsa_ids=14E023000) (http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchResults?searchType=ID&targetCategory=R&searchCriteria.nhtsa_ids=14E023000 (http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchResults?searchType=ID&targetCategory=R&searchCriteria.nhtsa_ids=14E023000) ) Harley Davidson is notifying owners of the affected levers and dealers will inspect and replace the them as necessary with no charge to the owner. 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Please join or follow Abate of Alaska at these sites! Website: http://www.abateofalaska.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/abateofalaska Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbateofAlaska Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/abateofalaska Google+: https://plus.google.com/+AbateofAlaskaPlus Instagram: http://instagram.com/abateofalaska Please share these sites with your friends. The more we know as a group, the more we can - [A.B.A.T.E. Break Up Run - May 17, 2014](https://abateofalaska.com/2014/05/13/a-b-a-t-e-break-up-run-may-17-2014/) - [October 2013 Newsletter](https://abateofalaska.com/2013/10/14/october-2013-newsletter/) - The ABATE October newsletter is here! Click the link below to read the latest news. ABATE October Newsletter 2013 - [Ride To Work Day!](https://abateofalaska.com/2011/03/30/ride-to-work-day/) - Mayor Sullivan has proclaimed June 20th as Ride To Work Day! Please read the attached proclamation of his directing motorcycles and scooters free public (MOA meters and lots) parking that day! Download the signed proclamation here! WHEREAS, scooters and motorcycles use comparatively less fuel, cause less pollution and have little impact on our infrastructure; and WHEREAS, - [2011 Election Results](https://abateofalaska.com/2011/03/03/2011-election-results/) - The Officers of ABATE are: President = Karl LeRay Vice-President = Lynn Fibranz Secretary= Lynn Fibranz Treasurer= Ed Rutledge Legislative Coordinator= Dan “Havoc” Coffey Riders’ Ed= Barbara Smart Membership= Michelle Brunner Sgt at Arms= Unfilled Run Coordinator= Chris Rigel Public Relations= Karl LeRay Products= Marilee Rivas Gaming Officer= Unfilled Webmaster= Steve Rains Newsletter= filled The - [Election Results Not Posted](https://abateofalaska.com/2011/02/23/election-results-not-posted/) - An update for our members. The election results have not been posted to the website as we have not had confirmation from the write in elected members that they will take the positions voted for. As opposed to placing a partial list on the website, the leadership feels it's better to post the final results once it's complete. - [Motorcyclists Across the Country Anxiously Await Court Decision on Constitutionality of New York's Motorcycle Checkpoint Program](https://abateofalaska.com/2011/02/23/motorcyclists-across-the-country-anxiously-await-court-decision-on-constitutionality-of-new-yorks-motorcycle-checkpoint-program/) - NEW YORK, Feb. 18, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Motorcyclists across the nation are awaiting a decision from the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York which they hope will declare New York's "motorcycle only" roadway checkpoints to be unconstitutional. The case Wagner et al. v. The County of Schenectady, et al. could end - [State of Georgia plans Motorcycle ONLY Safety Check Points just in time for Daytona Bike Week](https://abateofalaska.com/2011/02/23/state-of-georgia-plans-motorcycle-only-safety-check-points-just-in-time-for-daytona-bike-week/) - ABATE of Georgia: http://www.abatega.org/state_director.htm As many of you know, the State of Georgia received $70,000.00 from the NHSTA for Motorcycle ONLY Safety Check Points. They will stop all Motorcycles at these Check Points. We were informed by unnamed sources that the Check Points would start in early March to coincide with The Daytona Bike Week - [10NR24 - MRF News Release - Meeting of the Minds 2010](https://abateofalaska.com/2010/10/17/10nr24-mrf-news-release-meeting-of-the-minds-2010/) - 10NR24 - MRF News Release - Meeting of the Minds 2010 - [10NR26 - MRF News Release - News from Washington](https://abateofalaska.com/2010/10/17/10nr26-mrf-news-release-news-from-washington/) - 10NR26 - MRF News Release - News from Washington - [10NR25 - MRF News Release - Traffic Fatalities Lowest Since 1950](https://abateofalaska.com/2010/10/17/10nr25-mrf-news-release-traffic-fatalities-lowest-since-1950/) - 10NR25 - MRF News Release - Traffic Fatalities Lowest Since 1950 - [10NR28 - MRF News Release - NHTSA "Highway Safety Facts" Released](https://abateofalaska.com/2010/10/17/10nr28-mrf-news-release-nhtsa-highway-safety-facts-released/) - 10NR28 - MRF News Release - NHTSA "Highway Safety Facts" Released - [Update On SB219 Brian Trauma 03-22-10](https://abateofalaska.com/2010/03/22/update-on-sb219-brian-trauma-03-22-10/) - SB219 was heard again in the senate finance committee this morning. Senator Charlie Huggins offered up an amendment to an amendment to remove the language that ABATE opposes, thanks in large part to the work and letters from Scott Hamman of Kenai ABATE. Senator Donnie Olsen ask that the bill again be held so he - [Update on HB262 May is Motorcycle Awareness Month 03-18-10](https://abateofalaska.com/2010/03/18/update-on-hb262-may-is-motorcycle-awareness-month-03-18-10/) - HB262 - May Is Motorcycle Awareness Month Has passed it first hurdle in the House. With very high praise from the legislators HB262 was passed unanimously out of the House Transportation Committee on Iits way to the house for a vote on the floor. 03-19-10 I forgot to menstion in the earlier post that there - [Juneau Trip Report Feb 10-12 2010](https://abateofalaska.com/2010/03/16/juneau-trip-report-feb-10-12-2010/) - Juneau Report Bills that I worked on while in the Capital HB 181 Mandatory Headlight Bill SB73 Mandatory Headlight Bill SB219 Brain Trauma Bill – This bill has six to eight words that need to be removed because it is a back door to mandatory helmet laws. Scott Hamman found this and told me about - [HB328 & SB219 Brain Trauma Bills](https://abateofalaska.com/2010/03/16/hb328-sb219-brain-trauma-bills/) - These Bills are different from each other in wording, but our objections are the same in both bills. I believe that HB328 will be the laungage of both bills when all is said and done. Senator McGuire's staff told me that they will be offering the lauguage of HB328 into her bill SB219. The senate - [HB181 & SB73 Mandatory Headlight Bills](https://abateofalaska.com/2010/03/16/hb181-sb73-mandatory-headlight-bills/) - HOUSE BILL NO. 181 IN THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF ALASKA TWENTY-SIXTH LEGISLATURE - FIRST SESSION BY REPRESENTATIVES KAWASAKI, Gruenberg Introduced: 3/12/09 Referred: Transportation, Judiciary A BILL FOR AN ACT ENTITLED "An Act relating to the use of headlights when operating a motor vehicle." 1. BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF - [HB328 Brain Trauma UPDATE 03-16-10](https://abateofalaska.com/2010/03/16/hb328-brain-trauma-update-03-16-10/) - Having just returned from testifying at the House Health and Social Services Committee meeting I would like to report that the language in the bill that we felt was a backdoor into Helmet Laws has been removed. I would like to thank Co-Chair Rep. Wes Keller of Wasilla for making the amendment that removed the - [General Membership Meeting - 02/18/10 - American Legion Post #1](https://abateofalaska.com/2010/02/18/general-membership-meeting-021810-american-legion-post-1/) - [The Gathering Planning Meeting - 02/06/10 - Anchorage City Church](https://abateofalaska.com/2010/02/06/the-gathering-planning-meeting-020610-anchorage-city-church/) - [Join Us For Biker Night At The Wildberry Theater!](https://abateofalaska.com/2009/08/25/join-us-for-biker-night-at-the-wildberry-theater/) - Bikers! ABATE! Friends of Alaska Leather! [audio:bas-wb.mp3|autostart=no] Join us Wednesday, August 26th, for Fun and Laughs at the Wild Berry Theater at our live taping of the Big Alaska Show! It’s Free! There’s good food, beer, wine and soft drinks you can into the theater. Our featured guest is Barb Smart- owner and president of - [Board Meeting - 02/04/10 - Alaska Leather](https://abateofalaska.com/2010/02/04/board-meeting-020410-alaska-leather/) - [ABATE General Membership Meeting - 01/21/10 - American Legion Post #1](https://abateofalaska.com/2010/01/21/abate-general-membership-meeting-012110-american-legion-post-1/) - [Board Meeting - 01/07/10 - Alaska Leather](https://abateofalaska.com/2010/01/07/board-meeting-010710-alaska-leather-3/) - [Board Meeting - 01/07/10 - Alaska Leather](https://abateofalaska.com/2010/01/07/board-meeting-010710-alaska-leather-2/) - [ABATE Christmas Party - 12/12/09 - AMVETS Post 2](https://abateofalaska.com/2009/12/12/abate-christmas-party-121209-amvets-post-2/) - [General Membership Meeting/Elections - 11/19/09 - American Legion Post 1](https://abateofalaska.com/2009/11/19/general-membership-meetingelections-111909-american-legion-post-1/) - For more info contact "Blue" 230-9305 or president@abateofalaska.com ABATE of Alaska is not an M/C or riding club. ABATE is a non-profit dedicated to serving the comunity and esspecially the motorcyclist in the community. ABATE hopes to better the community through education and training and to protect the comunity through our legislative work to promote - [Details about the Transportation Secretary's Attempt to "use" Training Funds.](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/03/22/details-about-the-transportation-secretarys-attempt-to-use-training-funds/) - The section of Law that is affected by Mrs. Peter’s legislative draft is Public Law 109-59 or SAFETEA-LU Section 2010 Subsection(e) Paragraph(1) which states that, “IN GENERAL.—A State may use funds from a grant under this section only for motorcyclist safety training and motorcyclist awareness programs…”, which includes criteria listed in subsections (A-D). In Mrs. - [New MSF Street Smart – Rider Perception Program Kit Available Now!](https://abateofalaska.com/2009/08/20/new-msf-street-smart-–-rider-perception-program-kit-available-now/) - See it. Believe it. New MSF Street Smart – Rider Perception Program Kit Available Now: 90-minute, interactive program is the newest release in the MSF Host-an-Event series IRVINE, Calif., August 20, 2009 – The Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) is opening the doors to rider perception with the fifth program in its community-based Host-an-Event series. - [ABATE 4th of July Run (26th Year)](https://abateofalaska.com/2009/02/16/abate-4th-of-july-run-26th-year/) - Sheep Mountain Lodge will host us this year http://sheepmountain.com/Driving-Directions-and-Map.php big rooms- $189 small rooms - $159 a time to live will be playing 50/50 Biker Games Poker run for the downed biker fund Starting at the whaler @ 11am first stop -big dan's birchwood second stop- palmer bar third stop - sutton - [Christmas in July Toy Run](https://abateofalaska.com/2009/02/16/christmas-in-july-toy-run/) - As usual we will be visiting many local area childrens hospitals to deliver toys with a bar-b-que at the end. More info to follow. - [ABATE Break-up Run](https://abateofalaska.com/2009/02/16/abate-break-up-run-2/) - We will be heading to Pioneer again this year for food and fun. A Time to Live will play from 8pm to 2am. ABATE will have bike games from 3-5 along with door prizes and a 50/50 split the pot to benifit the Ken Peltier Foundation. Pioneer Lodge will cook up an all you can - [ABATE Christmas Party](https://abateofalaska.com/2009/02/16/abate-christmas-party-2/) - details are being worked on. - [ABATE Freeze-up Run](https://abateofalaska.com/2009/02/16/abate-freeze-up-run-2/) - Details are being worked on. - [AMCDA 16th Annual Custom Cycle Show 2009](https://abateofalaska.com/2009/02/16/amcda-16th-annual-custom-cycle-show-2009/) - AMCDA 16th Annual Custom Cycle Show 2009 Sat. March 21, 10am-7pm Sun. March 22, 12n-6pm The Hottest Motorcycle Show in Alaska Anchorage Egan Center http://www.amcda.com/ - [General Membership Meeting](https://abateofalaska.com/2009/01/08/234/) - VFW POST 9981 9191 Old Seward Highway, #9 Anchorage, Alaska 99515 http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&ie=UTF8&q=9191+Old+Seward+Hwy+Anchorage,+AK+99515&fb=1&geocode=4140788864692439869,61.137431,-149.864216&cd=1&z=16&iwloc=addr&om=0 (907) 349-8397 - Office (907) 349-1671 - Canteen For more info contact “Blue” 230-9305 or president@abateofalaska.com ABATE of Alaska is not an M/C or riding club. ABATE is a non-profit dedicated to serving the comunity and esspecially the motorcyclist in the community. ABATE - [Board and Officer meeting](https://abateofalaska.com/2009/01/02/board-and-officer-meeting/) - Our first meeting of the new Board of Directors and Officers will be held at the VNV-MC clubhouse on Thursday Jan.8 at 7pm. The clubhouse is located at 7500 E. 4th Ave. Go North on Muldoon to East 4th and turn left. Follow it to 7500 E. 4th. 4th is right next to a large - [Alaska Motorcycle Safety Advisory Committee](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/12/04/alaska-motorcycle-safety-advisory-committee-2/) - AMSAC will meet on Sunday Dec. 7th at 3pm at the Denny's on the corner of Benson and Denali. All concerned citizens are encouraged to attend to learn more about the ongoing efforts in Alaska to promote motorcycle safety and give comments or ask questions. AMSAC reports directly to the Alaska Highway Safety Office (AHSO). - [ABATE Christmas Party](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/10/25/abate-christmas-party/) - Our annual Christmas Party to say our year end thanks to our members and volunteers. VFW Post 10252, 3105 Mountain View Dr. 6pm - 9pm is a pot luck dinner and children are welcome. ABATE will provide the main dishes and hope you can bring a side. Split the pot to benifit the Downed Bikers - [General Membership Meeting - Elections](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/10/25/general-membership-meeting-elections/) - VFW POST 9981 9191 Old Seward Highway, #9 Anchorage, Alaska 99515 http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&ie=UTF8&q=9191+Old+Seward+Hwy+Anchorage,+AK+99515&fb=1&geocode=4140788864692439869,61.137431,-149.864216&cd=1&z=16&iwloc=addr&om=0 (907) 349-8397 - Office (907) 349-1671 - Canteen For more info contact "Blue" 230-9305 or president@abateofalaska.com ABATE of Alaska is not an M/C or riding club. ABATE is a non-profit dedicated to serving the comunity and esspecially the motorcyclist in the community. ABATE - [ABATE Freeze-up Run](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/08/30/abate-freeze-up-run/) - ABATE is pleased to announce that the Freeze-Up Run will go to Pioneer Lodge at Mile 71.4 in Willow. Pioneer can be contacted at (907) 495-1000 or http://www.pioneerlodgeak.com/. Tent camping is free and RV spots with hook-up are $25 per night. There may be cabins available but the rooms have been booked by us early - [AMA seeks support for bill to end health insurance discrimination against motorcyclists](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/28/ama-seeks-support-for-bill-to-end-health-insurance-discrimination-against-motorcyclists/) - [VNV-MC Memorial Day Run](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/04/30/vnv-mc-memorial-day-run/) - Here is the latest info on the Memorial Day weekend. A. Memorial Day Wkend, Sat & Sun, May 24, 25th, 2008. 1. Poker Run, Sat, May 24. Muster in the Whaler parking lot, (in Muldoon), 11:15A-11:44A. Depart 11:45A. The run is open to all, & it will end at LZ Easy, (Cache Creek Bar), mi - [ABATE Break-Up Run](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/04/21/abate-break-up-run/) - ABATE is sorry to have to tell the motorcycle community that Terry and Michelle have left the Trading Post and are moving North. Willow Trading Post will not be available for the Break-Up Run. ABATE is pleased to announce that the Break-Up Run will go to Pioneer Lodge at Mile 71.4 in Willow. Pioneer can - [Alaska Motorcycle Safety Advisory Committee](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/04/24/alaska-motorcycle-safety-advisory-committee/) - Alaska Motorcycle Safety Advisory Committee Denny’s Back Room on Benson Blvd Sunday, April 27, 2008 3:00-6:00pm The Alaska Motorcycle Safety Advisory Committee which operates under the Alaska Highway Safety Office will be holding a meeting at the Denny’s Back Room on Benson Blvd. on Sunday from 3pm to 6pm. This meeting is to discuss the - [MRF Response to Letters from Transportation Secretary Mary E. Peters ](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/03/22/mrf-response-to-letters-from-transportation-secretary-mary-e-peters/) - MRF E-MAIL NEWS Motorcycle Riders Foundation 236 Massachusetts Ave. NE Suite 510 Washington, DC 20002-4980 202-546-0983 (voice) 202-546-0986 (fax) http://www.mrf.org (website) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jeff Hennie, MRF Vice-President of Government Relations jeff@mrf.org (e-mail) 16 February 2008 MRF Strongly Opposes US DOT Attack on Training Funds The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) has learned that United - [AMCDA Bike Show](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/03/27/amcda-bike-show/) - The AMCDA motorcycle show will be this weekend starting on Saturday (10AM-7PM), March 29th and ending on Sunday (12PM-6PM), March 30th. Admition is $7.00 at the door (The Eagan Center in Down-Town Anchorage). Come check-out the pimped bikes that people have been working on all winter. While you are there, sign-up for a motorcycle training/awareness - [CALIFORNIA INSTALLS FIRST-EVER STOP SIGN CAMERAS](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/28/california-installs-first-ever-stop-sign-cameras/) - [FORMER MDA GOODWILL AMBASSADOR ASSUMES NEW 2008 SPOKESPERSON ROLE](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/28/former-mda-goodwill-ambassador-assumes-new-2008-spokesperson-role/) - [South Dakota Bill Would Eliminate Motorcycle Muffler Requirement](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/28/south-dakota-bill-would-eliminate-motorcycle-muffler-requirement/) - Legislation would strike old bill which specifically mentions motorcycles. Motorcycles currently covered as "motor vehicles." - [American Motorcyclist Association Consolidates Communications](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/28/american-motorcyclist-association-consolidates-communications/) - [Remembering Evel Knievel](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/28/remembering-evel-knievel/) - [KYMCO to Take the Full Ride on Cycle World IMS Circuit](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/28/kymco-to-take-the-full-ride-on-cycle-world-ims-circuit/) - [AMA and MASA team up to offer life-saving benefit](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/28/ama-and-masa-team-up-to-offer-life-saving-benefit/) - [Feds Raid Sturgis Saloon](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/28/feds-raid-sturgis-saloon/) - [HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM ANNOUNCES LEGENDARY HOLIDAY GIFT](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/28/harley-davidson-museum-announces-legendary-holiday-gift/) - [The Duck and The Hog in the same barnyard?](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/28/the-duck-and-the-hog-in-the-same-barnyard/) - Ducati Says it would consider a merger with Harley-Davidson - [Fewer People, Fewer Fatalities at Bike Week](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/28/fewer-people-fewer-fatalities-at-bike-week/) - [US Transportation Secretary Wants Nationwide Helmet Legislation](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/28/us-transportation-secretary-wants-nationwide-helmet-legislation/) - [New U.S. Transportation Secretary Peters Urges Motorcyclists to Take Greater Responsibility for Personal Safety](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/28/new-us-transportation-secretary-peters-urges-motorcyclists-to-take-greater-responsibility-for-personal-safety/) - [The More Things Change...](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/28/the-more-things-change/) - An Editorial about Current Events. - [HARLEY-DAVIDSON GREAT ROADS WEB TOOL HIGHLIGHTS NATION’S BEST MOTORCYCLE ROADS ](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/28/harley-davidson-great-roads-web-tool-highlights-nation’s-best-motorcycle-roads/) - [NAACP files bias action in S.C.](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/28/naacp-files-bias-action-in-sc/) - 2 city officers part of case tied to Black Bike Week - [Good things in small packages](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/25/good-things-in-small-packages/) - Yamaha injects some performance into the neglected small-bore dual-sport and supermoto segments with its WR250R and WR250X. - [AMA Women & Motorcycling Conference set for 2009 in Colorado](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/20/ama-women-motorcycling-conference-set-for-2009-in-colorado/) - Fifth conference to take place at Keystone Conference Center. - [Event](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/18/event/) - An event - [AMA concerned about new threat to motorcycle safety training funds](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/15/ama-concerned-about-new-threat-to-motorcycle-safety-training-funds/) - Money earmarked for rider training could be diverted for lobbying states on helmet laws instead. - [2008 Kawasaki Ninja 250R: Stronger, but still user-friendly](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/11/2008-kawasaki-ninja-250r-stronger-but-still-user-friendly/) - Kawasaki upgrades its Ninja 250R for 2008, making the popular beginner bike more capable than ever. - [2008 AMA Supermoto Championship schedule announced](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/08/2008-ama-supermoto-championship-schedule-announced/) - Pro series kicks-off at Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego on April 11. - [AMA seeks support for bill to end health care insurance discrimination against motorcyclists](https://abateofalaska.com/2008/02/01/ama-seeks-support-for-bill-to-end-health-care-insurance-discrimination-against-motorcyclists/) - Legislation has 101 co-sponsors, but time to act is short. ## Pages - [Welcome to A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska!](https://abateofalaska.com/) - ABATE of Alaska is the place for the politically active and aware motorcyclist to get information about threats to your personal freedoms as a biker. - [A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska Board & Officers](https://abateofalaska.com/board/) - < Board Members Seat Chapter Name Phone Email Address Board Chair Juneau Dan McCrummen UNLISTED juneauabate@gmail.com Board Member Juneau Ben Peyerk UNLISTED juneauabate@gmail.com Board Member Anchorage Travis Fahlsing UNLISTED Board Member Anchorage Louise Crago UNLISTED anc.secretary@abateofalaska.com Board Member North Star Mel Whitlock UNLISTED Board Member North Star Kent Slavik - [Anchorage MSF Rider Course](https://abateofalaska.com/msf-expired/) - Motorcycle Safety class registration is NOW OPEN for the 2026 rider education season! Classes will continue through mid-September weather permitting! Please click here for more information, pricing, and to enroll in rider courses. ABATE of Anchorage has proudly offered Motorcycle Safety classes since 1991 To sign up for MSF classes in the MatSu Valley, - [A.B.A.T.E. Blasts](https://abateofalaska.com/news/blasts/) - 2019 11/13/2019 - A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska 2019 General Election for the Board and Officers 10/17/2019 - 2019 A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska Annual Elections 09/10/2019 - 2019 A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska Freeze-Up Run 08/01/2019 - Dr. Thomas Jenks "Doc" Porter (1934 - 2019) 07/19/2019 - ABATE of Alaska's Annual Christmas In July Toy Run 05/27/2019 - ABATE of - [A.B.A.T.E. of Anchorage](https://abateofalaska.com/about/anchorage/) - ABATE of Anchorage has proudly offered Motorcycle Safety classes since 1991 Registration is now open for the 2026 rider education season! Ask about our NEW COURSE OFFERINGS! Click here to Sign Up! Please click here for more information about rider courses or call Alaska Leather at 907-562-2324. Here's a video about our Riding Courses - [ABATE of Anchorage Board & Officers](https://abateofalaska.com/about/anchorage/leadership/) - ABATE of Anchorage Board Members and Officers - [Legislative](https://abateofalaska.com/legislative/) - Protecting The Freedom Of The Road Law Makers Mary Sattler Peltola Lisa Murkowski Dan Sullivan Anchorage Assembly Local News/Issues To read all the legislative news visit the legislative news page. Important Documents SAFETEA-LU We insure your freedom by fighting anti-bike legislation and promoting fair motorcycle legislation. We do not advocate that you ride without a - [Links](https://abateofalaska.com/links/) - Whether you believe that ABATE stands for A Brotherhood Against Totalitarian Enactments as it was originally or Alaskan Bikers Advocating Training and Education as it stands now...you have to agree - It's still a great organization! The list of other Motorcycle Rights Organizationsthroughout the United States is gratefully provided by theFreedom of Road Riders®, Inc. - [Why Join Us?](https://abateofalaska.com/why-join-us/) - Why should I join ABATE? Why should I care? "I'm not a joiner"Do you know which assemblymen and senators are biker-friendly? Which ones support and preserve your rights as a biker? Do you want information that will help you to make intelligent and informed decisions at the polls come election day? You can join the - [Business Members](https://abateofalaska.com/join/business/) - Please support these ABATE of Alaska Business Members that help support your freedom to ride! - [Membership](https://abateofalaska.com/membership/) - ABATE of Alaska is the State Motorcycle Rights Organization (SMRO) for Alaska, and teaches the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) riding courses in Anchorage. - [Rider Education and Training](https://abateofalaska.com/msf/) - ABATE chapters around the State of Alaska individually administer local rider training programs based on the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) curriculum. To learn more about class availability and prices: Anchorage: http://learntoridealaska.com Juneau: http://www.juneauabate.org Mat-Su Valley: http://www.valleyabate.com - [2022 Special Election - U.S. Representative](https://abateofalaska.com/2022-special-election-us-house-of-representatives/) - JUNE 11, 2022 See the Alaska Division of Elections Website for more info! Please note the dates/schedule from the Press Briefing on the Alaska Division of Elections Website "To fill a vacancy, the State must hold two special elections—a special primary and a special (general) election." "The candidate elected will serve the remainder of the - [2022 U.S. Representative Candidate Survey](https://abateofalaska.com/2022-special-election-us-house-of-representatives/2022-u-s-representative-candidate-survey/) - Here is a breakdown of response percentages per question for the responses received as of 25 April 2022. Return to main Survey Information Page by clicking here Question #1 Would you support or oppose legislation to better educate and train law enforcement agencies in an effort to end the practice of profiling motorcyclists, which - [Contact Us](https://abateofalaska.com/contact/) - To Contact Us By Mail: A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska, Inc. P.O. Box 92213 Anchorage, AK 99509-2213 To Contact Us By Email: Please click here for more information about Motorcycle Safety classes and registration in Anchorage! If you have any questions regarding classes (old or new) in the Anchorage area, contact the Rider Education Coordinator at anc.ridered@abateofalaska.com or - [A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska Board Meeting Minutes](https://abateofalaska.com/board/a-b-a-t-e-of-alaska-board-meeting-minutes/) - 2021 November 2021 Board Meeting Minutes not yet approved by Board October 14, 2021 Board Meeting Minutes January 2021 Board Meeting Minutes not yet approved by Board 2020 December 2020 Board Meeting Minutes November 2020 Board Meeting Minutes October 2020 Board Meeting Minutes September 2020 Board Meeting Minutes August 2020 Board Meeting Minutes July 2020 - [A.B.A.T.E. of Anchorage Board Meeting Minutes](https://abateofalaska.com/about/anchorage/leadership/anc-minutes/) - 2021 November 2021 Board Meeting Minutes not yet approved by Board October 2021 Board Meeting Minutes September 2021 Board Meeting Minutes August 2021 Board Meeting Minutes July 2021 Board Meeting Minutes June 2021 Board Meeting Minutes May 2021 Board Meeting Minutes April 2021 Board Meeting Minutes No Quorum in March 2021 February 2021 Board Meeting - [Policies](https://abateofalaska.com/policies/) - This page details the current policies of A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska, Inc. which include benefits, requirements, and procedures for doing business with and for A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska, Inc. ABATE of Alaska, Inc. will strive to provide quality information, that merits posting for the enjoyment and empowerment of it's members. A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska, Inc. By-Laws - (Updated - [A.B.A.T.E. of Anchorage Policies](https://abateofalaska.com/about/anchorage/leadership/anchorage-policies/) - This page details the current policies of A.B.A.T.E. of Anchorage, Inc. which include benefits, requirements, and procedures for doing business with and for A.B.A.T.E. of Anchorage, Inc. ABATE of Anchorage, Inc. will strive to provide quality information, that merits posting for the enjoyment and empowerment of it's members. A.B.A.T.E. of Anchorage, Inc. By-Laws - (January - [Join A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska](https://abateofalaska.com/join/) - Powered by Wild Apricot Membership Software Are you having trouble signing up online? Click here to download a Membership Application that you can print and fill out. You can enclose a check for payment to ABATE of Alaska, Inc. and mail it to us at: ABATE of Alaska, Inc PO Box 92213 Anchorage, AK 99509-2213 - [North Star A.B.A.T.E. 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If you prefer, we can also process your credit card over the phone. Simply call 907-242-1308. If you are wish to pay by check, please download the form here then print - [ABATE Newsletters](https://abateofalaska.com/news/archives/) - Below are the ABATE Newsletters published in recent years. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader or another PDF viewer to view them. ABATE April Newsletter 2019 ABATE November Newsletter 2018 ABATE June Newsletter 2018 ABATE April Newsletter 2018 ABATE October Newsletter 2017 ABATE July Newsletter 2017 ABATE May Newsletter 2017 ABATE October Newsletter 2016 ABATE - [Diamond Burgess](https://abateofalaska.com/diamond-burgess/) - Please join us for a Memorial Ride for Diamond Burgess August 25th, 2018 at 11:30 am KSU @ 12 Noon at the House of Harley We'll ride down to McHugh Creek Then to the Billiard Palace around 3:00pm for the Celebration of Life Pictures and videos for the remembrance can be forwarded to danielburgess@outlook.com - [In The Media](https://abateofalaska.com/in-the-media/) - ABATE President Karl Leray on the KWHL morning show 05/12/2011 [audio:https://abateofalaska.com/audio/5-12_Karl_KWHL.mp3] - [ABATE of Alaska Videos](https://abateofalaska.com/abate-videos/) - Geoff Oliver filmed and produced this great video of training at our Three Angels Memorial Track! Please enjoy! Thank you Geoff! http://youtu.be/wDUhKhI_nfw The 2017 ABATE of Alaska Gathering at the Bike Blessing courtesy of Geoff Oliver! https://youtu.be/LTyebv45KSo ABATE of Alaska is pleased to present it's own home produced commercials (Recorded in 2010)! We sincerely hope - [D.J. Bittinger](https://abateofalaska.com/d-j-bittinger/) - From the family of D.J. Bittinger: D.J.'s celebration of life will be Sunday, August 20th from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm at 49th State Brewing Company "Before buying his first motorcycle he enjoyed sleek beautiful cars. He'd always wanted a motorcycle, and finally took the safety course and jumped right in. He loved riding with - [Business Membership Policy](https://abateofalaska.com/policies/bmp/) - A business membership will be established to benefit both the members of ABATE and the our business partner. Business membership will cost $60.00 per year. The benefits to ABATE members will be a discount on all merchandise and services from the participating business if they choose to provide a discount. The discounts offered by a - [On the Road](https://abateofalaska.com/msf-expired/on-the-road/) - This page showcases videos of motorcycle related incidents that involve both motorcyclists and vehicle (car) motorists, some of whom may either be improperly trained/educated in the safe operation of their prospective modes of transportation or are some who are just simply, dangerously, stupid. 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Submitions should be limited to a subject that relates to motorcycling and politics that affect motorcyclists. A.B.A.T.E of Alaska can use this information and report it - [Search](https://abateofalaska.com/search/) - Please use this page to search for articles or imageson the A.B.A.T.E. website! - [Motorcycle Accident Course](https://abateofalaska.com/events/motorcycle-accident-course/) - [Motorcycle Accident Scene Management Course Instructor](https://abateofalaska.com/events/motorcycle-accident-scene-management-course/) - [Common Group Riding Signals](https://abateofalaska.com/msf-expired/common-group-riding-signals/) - Reprinted with permission of the Motorcycle Safety Foundation, ©2003 ©2003 Motorcycle Safety Foundation, All Rights Reserved. - [MSF Rider Course - winter](https://abateofalaska.com/msf-winter/) - Signups for 2011 are closed! Early class registrations begin March 1st online and at Alaska Leather! Basic and Experienced classes begin the end of April or the first weekend in May 2009 and continue through the entire summer ending mid September 2009 depending on weather. We also offer weekly road testing (Thursdays) for DMV endorsement. - [Terms and conditions](https://abateofalaska.com/join/terms-and-conditions/) - By signing this application, I agree to waive any and all claims against ABATE of Alaska, its officers, board members, and general members for any personal or property loss or damage which may occur as a result of my participation in ABATE functions. I understand that ABATE cannot and will not assume responsibility for my safety and that if - [In Memory Of Karl LeRay](https://abateofalaska.com/in-memory-of-karl-leray/) - Karl "Two Tone" LeRay died suddenly on June 16, 2011, while participating in a motorcycle run from Anchorage to Juneau, AK. He was 48. Karl was born in Kingston, Jamaica. His family immigrated to the United States in 1969. He grew up in New York City. In 1980, he joined the U.S. Army Reserve. He went active - [Photos](https://abateofalaska.com/photos/) - Photos of our events...enjoy! - [Events](https://abateofalaska.com/events/) - Event Calendar - [Original ABATE Main Page Writeup](https://abateofalaska.com/original-abate-main-page-writeup/) - Though most motorcycle organizations are formed as structured riding groups where friends and family gather to have fun and socialize, A.B.A.T.E. of Alaska Inc. was founded with one primary mission Training Alaska’s motorcycle community and educating Alaska about our motorcycle community. We accomplish this by: Providing the ABATE Rider Education Program. This program trains riders - [Ted Kautz 1963-2010](https://abateofalaska.com/ted-kautz-1963-2010/) - Last Friday ABATE of Alaska lost our VP, Ted Kautz. Ted, was an avid supporter of ABATE, it's values & mission. ABATE lost a good friend who made us all laugh, and we will miss him. To Patricia, Chairman of the Board, we are deeply saddened by your loss as is all of the motorcycle - [Legislative News](https://abateofalaska.com/legislative/legislative-news/) - [catlist name=legislative excerpt=yes] - [Who We Are](https://abateofalaska.com/about/) - ABATE of Alaska is a corporation, not a "motorcycle club" or riding group. We are individuals from different backgrounds & political views coming together to ensure that the motorcycle enthusiast lifestyle will always be enjoyable for ourselves and future generations. We do this by ensuring that the motorcyclists' point of view is presented to our - [History](https://abateofalaska.com/about/history/) - Back in June of 1971, a new and exciting motorcycle publication was introduced--EASYRIDERS--a motorcycle magazine for the entertainment of adult bikers. This came into existence by the hard work of Lou Kimzey, the Editor, along with the owner of Paisano Publications. Along with Lou were Mil (Hog Expert) Blair, Editor-at-Large, and Joe Teresi, Senior Editor. - [Essays](https://abateofalaska.com/legislative/essays/) - A.B.A.T.E dedicates this page to informational essays. If you wish to submit an essay to this page, send your completed essay (with footnotes, etc.) to webmaster@abateofalaska.com. You must include a name and valid email address for whoever will be credited for the essay. Anonymous submissions will not be accepted. The essay will be reviewed and - [Website Privacy Policy](https://abateofalaska.com/privacy/) - This is the web site of ABATE of Alaska, Inc. Our postal address is P.O. Box 92213 Anchorage, AK, 99509-2213 We can be reached via e-mail at privacy@abateofalaska.com Your privacy is very important to us. ABATE of Alaska, Inc. will respect your privacy as if it were our own. We will not use "cookies", counters, - [Downed Biker's Fund](https://abateofalaska.com/dbf/) - Purpose of the Downed Biker's Fund The Downed Biker's Fund is not an insurance policy for it's members. The fund's sole purpose is to act as a stop gap source of donated funds, that ABATE of Alaska can use for motorcyclist who need some extra help while in a time of crisis after a MOTORCYCLE ## Categories - [General](https://abateofalaska.com/category/general/) - [Legislative](https://abateofalaska.com/category/legislative/) - News from the US Legislature - [Rider Education](https://abateofalaska.com/category/ridered/) - [Policies](https://abateofalaska.com/category/policies/) - [Business](https://abateofalaska.com/category/business/) - [RSS Feed](https://abateofalaska.com/category/rss-feed/) - [Events](https://abateofalaska.com/category/events/)