Platinum Riders MC 7th Anniversary Party Recap

Ok so I have been on hiatus for a minute as far as writing the blogs. Things happen. But that don't mean that I haven't been out on the scene. Since I have been asked by the Midlands Bikers Association to help with Dino (Crossroads MC) in starting a MBA newsletter, I guess I better get to writing.

So today I am writing about Platinum Riders MC 7th Anniversary Party that was held last Saturday in Aiken, SC.

All I am saying is, you should have been there.

Over 70 clubs attended this year's event, ranging from South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida. Every year this party appears to get bigger and the venue appears to get smaller.

EVERYBODY KNOWS BIG SEXY!!! Really that is no lie. If you are in a mc or sc, especially in South Carolina and you don't know Agnes "Big Sexy" Andrews, then I think there is a problem. This lady does some serious networking, whether it's attending a party, bike nights, organizing rides for the Last Ride Committee, or participating in any community service event. Big Sexy is always around to represent if she is not working. She also made those deviled eggs that everybody was going crazy over. At the end of the night, she had an entire tray that was full of eggs. Tell me why I saw folks racing over to get the deviled eggs??? Okay...

Trophies were awarded, and no I don't know exactly who got them cause it got kinda chaotic during that period. Not in the sense of anybody breaking out into a fight or nothing but it was so loud that you could not hear the announcers. Yet I do know that Aftermath MC (Jacksonville, FL) took one back. I was too busy taking the pics and having myself a good time. I will try to do better at listening next time.
In all it was a really great party. The ladies of Platinum Riders are now planning for their annual pajama party, which will be held in October. More details will be coming soon on that event. You will also want to add Big Sexy's Birthday Party on April 10, 2009 at The Nightlife on Deans Bridge Road in Augusta, GA. She will be turning 50 and living her life like it's golden!!! $5 is the admission price, free food, and cash bar.

Need to check out more pics from Platinum Riders 7th Anniversary Party? Check them out here:

http://www.myspace.com/midlandsbikerassociation

My first bike is going to be...

...I don't know. Lately I have been on Craigslist looking for the best "first bike". I've talked to some "intermediate riders" (cause I don't know how many years or experience they may have, but they have more than me). Some have told me to go with a 1000, others say a 750. Lately I've been told that a 600, 750, and a 1000 sit on the same frame. Can you say puzzled?

I am looking for a bike that I can ride to enjoy. I am not trying to race anybody. I'm not joining "Team Suzuki" (yet I love zuks), not betting, cutting, any of that lingo they use on the race track. Simply ride and participate in group rides.

Here are a few I ran up on:

09 Suzuki 750

This bike is mine if I can afford it!!! But I can't so I can only dream right now. I don't know what got me into liking Suzuki's but I have seen some nices ones and have wanted one since. Now I would not start off with an 09...maybe a 03 or 04 depending on the price. Here is the review from http://www.reviewcentre.com/ :

Everything about the 750 is awesome. Looks, handling, power, easy to ride, good for all round use and very comfartable. Best bike I have ever owned by far. This is a great first and last bike. it's only as fast as you want it to go. Don't take my word for it though, look around and people will say the same.

"Only as fast as you want it to go". Yeah, that's what I'm talking about. Can't be running around like Buzz Lightyear. Okay, next bike...

2006 R1 Raven

My favorite color is blue, however I will setttle for an all black bike. This "Raven" reminds me of the poem by Edgar Allan Poe called "The Raven". To me, that was the best piece of writting he's ever done.

Here is a review I found on the bike from Powersports Network (http://www.powersportsnetwork.com/):

This bike is off the hook. I just bought it bout 3 weeks ago. The first week I put 500 miles on it. I can't unleash the power within until I hit 1000 miles; I take care of my toys. BUT, I already had a chance to take it 70 in first, and I'll tell you what, HOLY MOLY, wheelies NO problem. Even in third at that speed, still no problem, maybe even forth. Unbelievable pull, raced a 954RR and beat it. Gas mileage is 55 average, ripping on it and cruising. I go riding in groups of 15 and more, and I get all the stares and chicks. I owned a 500EX then a 636 after, I'll tell you what. HUGE DIFFERENCE.

Hmm...I just remembered I have a friend who always talks about his "fast ass R1". I might have to inquire about that.

99 Ninja 500

I don't think I like the body of it. I like the color but it almost seems retro. Here is the review on it:

THE EX500 IS A GREAT WAY TO GET INTO SPORTBIKING WITH A BUDGET. NO MATTER WHAT YOU BUY YOU WILL MODIFY IT SO MIGHT AS WELL SAVE MONEY ON THE BIKE AND BUY SOME GOOD AFTERMARKET BITS. I HAVE NO COMPLAINTS WITH MINE. I'VE DONE A FEW MODS AND IT WILL RUN A GOOD 125 TO 130 AND HAS A RESPECTABLE LAUNCH OUT OF THE HOLE. I'VE DONE A MUZZY PIPE, JETS, BRAKE PADS, LOWER GEARING, AND REMOVED THE CENTER STAND AND THE REAR FENDER. IT HAS A HOME MADE PLATE FRAME AND LITTLE TURN SIGNALS MOUNTED UNDER THE REAR FAIRING ON EITHER SIDE OF THE TIRE. IN ESSENCE, IT'S A GREAT TOY. THE ONLY DOWNSIDE TO IT IS THE SUSPENSION (ONE MUST BE CAREFUL AND RIDE SMOOTHLY TO AVOID UPSETTING THE CHASSIS WHICH ACTUALLY MAKES YOU A BETTER RIDER!!!!). BUT THE SUSPENSION IS UPGRADABLE AS WELL.

**scratching head** we'll see about that one. It does look like a motorcycle they should train you on in the safety classes instead of those small dirtbikes with the big bobble head helmets. This is my opinion on this folks so please don't get offended.

At any rate, I am going to keep on searching and hopefully when the new year rolls around, I will be at Midlands Technical College completing the motorcycle safety course. I have had my permit for 3 years. There have been several things in my life that had prohibit me from getting my bike sooner. Now I am more than ready.

Will keep you updated on how that goes.

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Self Riders MC 2nd Anniversary Party

(Ms. Doright of Trinity MSC dancing with a local at Self Riders MC Party)

This past weekend, Ms. Doright (who also happens to be my sister) and I both attended Self Riders MC 2nd Anniversary at the National Guard Armory in Columbia. We got there about 11pm (cause I had to work earlier that evening) and the parking lot was packed when we got there.

(Baby Sue, President of the Midlands Biker Association, getting her dance on at Self Riders MC Anniversary)

Self Riders are actually based out of Eastover, SC, which is in Richland County and is considered part of the Columbia metro area. This club is also a member of the Midlands Bikers Association, a coalition of bikers, clubs, and supporters who meet monthly to discuss new ideas and ways to improve in our clubs and our communities.

"The World Famous Johnny Green" was on the one's and two's. I know this man has been out dj-ing for a long time. The music was really on point. Considering we had the line dancing thing going all night, it was definitely good. I am into line dancing, especially if it is with members of the MBA. I figure it's definitely a way to get the weight off and keep it off. The MBA All Stars kept it on lock (The MBA All Stars is something I came up with. The line dancing thing seem to be something that an all star line up can only coordinate). Oh yeah, the leader of the MBA All Stars is Lo-Cell from Philadelphia Traveler's MC (I mean she is really the line dancing queen of the motorcycle community).

(Self Riders MC present themselves to everyone at their 2nd Anniversary Party)

Alot of the local clubs in Columbia came out to support, which is really great. If nothing else, local clubs need to come out and support each other. Too many times we have local clubs who are not supported by others because they are not what they considered long-timers or they are a small club. A smaller club needs just as much support as a larger club, and just because a club has only been on the scene for a year or two doesn't mean that they need to prove their standing so that you can attend their functions.

This is the first event I have attended by the group and I have throughly enjoyed myself. You might want to get ready for next year's event cause if it's anything like this year, it is going to be HOT!!!

Self Riders MC of Eastover, SC is a member of the Midlands Bikers Association

Visit the MBA online at http://www.myspace.com/mbaosc

MBA Events Listings on Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/midlandsbikerassociation

Email the MBA: midlandsbikerassociation@gmail.com

My Weekend in the Upstate

I had a really great time this weekend. Starting off with Saturday, I along with my sister and her son went to the Furman/ GA Southern Football game. The game was held at Furman Univerity in Greenville, SC. A.J (my sister's son) is a recruit prospect for their football team. We didn't get to make it up there in time for the tour of the college (which is something he can schedule later) but we made it to the actual game. Even though Furman was losing, they have some loyal die hard fans. The campus is really nice. I know A. J has some other schools to check out before making the final decision, but I really hope he decides to go to Furman.

Since they were losing, we've decided to leave a half time and head on down to Greenwood, SC to check out Bikers United MC 2nd Annual Comedy Show and Party. The comedians were hilarious. Oh my gosh, we were laughing so hard. I just knew for sure I was going to laugh a hole in my stomach cause they were just that funny. I

The party is what really got me. The Hut was packed to the max in less than 30 minutes after the comedy show. DJ Slick Rick spinned the cuts and had the crowd dancing non-stop. There got to be like an army of 50 B.U. members and when I said they had to work the crowds at that party, they had to put in WORK. BJ must have been assigned hospitality duty cause he kept making sure if we (me, my sister, and Honey from Platinum Riders MC) were ok. Shouts out to him for making us feel welcome.

Folks even over worked the bathrooms cause they were on lock down for a minute.

After the party my sister and I decided to wait until the crowd cleared out. If you saw the number of beer bottles on the tables you would have sworn you were at Greens Liquor Store. I was told later on that the club paid the rental facility the clean up fee so that they would not have to deal with the mess. Hell, I don't think they want to deal with it either but since they got paid...

So just imagine if that party was hot like that, then imagine what the Christmas party is going to be like.

December 20, 2008.

I need to start looking for my dress right now!

I did take pictures, however it is just a matter of when my sister is going to take the SanDisk to Walmart and get those pics off. See her connector from the camera is messed up, so the camera will not download any pics which is full of crap. I have pics on their from this summer that needs to be upload. Don't worry, I have my own digital camera up on laway right now and I will definitely have it before this Christmas party. Just in case we do get them off of that crap of a camera, you can see them at http://www.myspace.com/diamond85242 or http://southernbikers.ning.com/profile/diamondstar.

Visit BU's website at http://www.bikersunitedmc.com

Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/bikersunitedmc

The Weekend Grind

Here's what's happening this weekend in the motorcycle world:

Want To Get Your Neighbors Mad? Try this...

Had to break in my new tire and brakes...My neighbors love me!!!




Here is a way to say hello to them.
Welcome to the neighborhood.

Twin Tours Taking the Trip to the Historic Inauguration

Twin Tours owners Derryl and Terryl Gadsen (aka Twin 1 and Twin 2, Band of Bruthaz MC) are taking their buses on the road to the historic inauguration of President-elect Barack Obama. I talked to Terryl today and he said one out of their two buses are full; the other bus has about 30 seats left to fill.

Here are the cost details:

Trip cost is $495 a person (this will include the hotel ). There will be 4 persons to a room.

$100 deposit is required to reserve.

Remainding balance is due by January 1, 2009.

For more info, contact Terryl Gadsen at 843-343-3448


I tried posting the featured newsclip of the twins on one of my blogs but I have not been able to do so. I am going to try it again, but if you don't see it, then make sure you check out the link:

http://www.live5news.com/global/video/popup/pop_playerLaunch.asp?vt1=v&clipFormat=flv&clipId1=3126593&at1=News&h1=Paying to witness history