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| 2004-07-12 |
| (Proof that the Seattle Area isn’t totally LLL) PIERCE COUNTY [Washington] - Thousands of patriotic hogs were spotted zooming down the I-5 corridor in western Washington Sunday. It wasn’t just a joyride, it was a rally for our troops overseas. The 40-mile fundraising ride benefited Fort Lewis’ family support group. The event was organized by Tacoma’s Destination Harley Davidson, but even the organizers had no clue so many bikers would turn out. "All walks of life, it’s incredible what they come together to do!" said Paul Sorenson. "We got every single make and motorcycle it’s amazing!" "A lot of guys are Vietnam vets," explained rider Steve Hendrickson. "My son just got out of the Marines, he likes to ride. It’s just one of those things, it’s fun to do and it makes you feel good." More than 2,500 bikers participated. The ride raised $21,000 for families with soldiers deployed out of Fort Lewis. Here is a video link (Requires Quicktime player). |
| Posted by:CrazyFool |
| #2 Hell, I always thought we thunk of it after the war. |
| Posted by: Tex Hill 2004-07-12 5:48:22 PM |
| #1 Where did they think the name "Hell's Angels" came from originally? |
| Posted by: mojo 2004-07-12 4:38:31 PM |