Rolling Thunder
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From: Virginia
Me and a few others will be going for the ride on Sunday. Went last year and although the wait in the parking lot was extrememly long it was a good time. We got lost trying to find a gas station there and then trying to get out though so this time we will be better prepared.
Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2007
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From: Newtown, PA
Not me. I went last year. It was a good experience but waiting 4 hours, from 9am-1pm in a 100 degree parking lot before heading over Memorial Bridge, is something I can only do once. However, it is worth doing at least once.
Richard
USMC 1980-1983
Richard
USMC 1980-1983
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From: Virginia
Yea it was hotter than hell out there but I agree it is worth doing at least once.
Cruiser
Joined: Sep 2008
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From: Central New Jersey
My wife and I will be going with our local HOG, this is the first time for use. I was told that it was a blast.
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Road Captain
Joined: Apr 2006
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From: Hanover, PA
I'll be going again. The key is to get there stupidly early. Like 7am. That way you get out of the parking lot earlier, do/see what you need to, and head out before everyone else does. 
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I live there, so I will be there. Last year did take a long time, but worth every minute. There were several humbling moments that day and I am looking forward to them this year.
Anyone that thinks waiting in that parking lot is tough should think about the Marine holding a salute for EVERY motorcycle that passes by. I was deeply touched when I rounded the turn and saw him, he never waivered, except when I snapped a salute back at him and he ever so slightly acknowledged it.
Another moment that nearly made me misty was a blind boy reaching his hand out to the riders, hoping one would "give 'em 5" and seeing how excited he was when it happened.
Those are lifelong memories that I will cherish. Riding for those that have served and can’t ride any longer is an honor for this ol’ Jarhead, no matter how long it takes.
Anyone that thinks waiting in that parking lot is tough should think about the Marine holding a salute for EVERY motorcycle that passes by. I was deeply touched when I rounded the turn and saw him, he never waivered, except when I snapped a salute back at him and he ever so slightly acknowledged it.
Another moment that nearly made me misty was a blind boy reaching his hand out to the riders, hoping one would "give 'em 5" and seeing how excited he was when it happened.
Those are lifelong memories that I will cherish. Riding for those that have served and can’t ride any longer is an honor for this ol’ Jarhead, no matter how long it takes.
Road Warrior
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I went last year, it was a blast.
This year I'm changing it up with the bob run though.
Should be more riding and less idling worrying about my motor over heating and waiting around.
Everyone should do it at least once.
This year I'm changing it up with the bob run though.
Should be more riding and less idling worrying about my motor over heating and waiting around.
Everyone should do it at least once.