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Ride For The Troops
(Proof that the Seattle Area isnât totally LLL)PIERCE COUNTY [Washington] - Thousands of patriotic hogs were spotted zooming down the I-5 corridor in western Washington Sunday. It wasnât just a joyride, it was a rally for our troops overseas. The 40-mile fundraising ride benefited Fort Lewisâ family support group. The event was organized by Tacomaâs Destination Harley Davidson, but even the organizers had no clue so many bikers would turn out. "All walks of life, itâs incredible what they come together to do!" said Paul Sorenson. "We got every single make and motorcycle itâs amazing!" "A lot of guys are Vietnam vets," explained rider Steve Hendrickson. "My son just got out of the Marines, he likes to ride. Itâs just one of those things, itâs 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 2004-07-12 |
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