CMA Corner: It’s beyond me how time flies by so quickly…

July 22, 2025

Do you remember when you were a kid, and you thought time was never going to hurry up? Like waiting for summer break or Christmas seemed to be an eternity. Now the days and weeks just fly by like a breath of air and Christmas came and went, summer is rushing through and before we…

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Reaching ALL Veterans in Need.

July 17, 2025

Chaplain Otto Ministries has established the first ever American Legion Post inside an Ohio Prison. In 2024, John “Otto” Guthmann established a ministry focused on a segment of the Veterans community that many had forgotten or written off – those incarcerated within our prison system.  Chaplain Otto believes that even behind bars, Vets deserve healing,…

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Armed and Riding: A Guide to Carrying a Handgun on a Motorcycle

July 17, 2025

Motorcycles and firearms both symbolize freedom—but combining the two requires careful planning, legal awareness, and the right gear. Whether you’re cruising cross-country or commuting to work, here’s what you need to know about carrying a handgun on two wheels. Legal Considerations Carry Methods That Work According to GunBroker’s guide, here are some of the most…

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My Riding Adventure

July 3, 2025

By Mary Blackard, Reasons to Ride Contributor Sixty years ago, my love affair with motorcycles began. I rode every chance I got with whomever would take me. Life in the mid-sixties was certainly a safer time AND God kept His eyes on me! After many years of cycle envy, I bought a new 1978 orange…

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CMA: Jumpin’ into June!

June 30, 2025

My goodness we are just rolling along! It’s June already and quite the month for celebrations and ceremonies! Graduations, weddings, birthday and anniversary parties and even more Bike Blessings!! I thought May was jammed packed with stuff but as I look at June…well hang on honey…we have a lot of roads to travel! Ever wonder…

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Sport Touring Corner: MSTA Ozark Escape Rally

June 26, 2025

By Norm Kern The Motorcycle Sport Touring Association (MSTA) Ozark Escape rally is held annually the first weekend of May in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. It’s one of the few MSTA rallies I have not attended, mostly because it’s 690 miles away from my home in Dayton, Ohio. There were four of us going from Ohio-…

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Carrying While Riding A Motorcycle

June 19, 2025

By Deryck Poole, PersonalDefenseNetwork.com The reasons why we ride are as varied as the number of different makes, models, and styles of motorcycles on the road. I fall into the “way of life” category and log in the neighborhood of 10,000 miles per year. My yearly riding profile consists of daily commuting, errands, rallies, and…

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Sport Touring Corner: Downsizing My Dual Sport Bike By Norm Kern

June 5, 2025

As my regular readers know, I have been downsizing my bikes to postpone aging out. The process began in 2020 when I added a 650 Suzuki V Strom XT to my stable and learned I could live with a much lighter chain drive bike.  Last September I purchased a Triumph Tiger 900 ADV Rally Pro…

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Gun Raffles and Responsible Gun Storage

May 29, 2025

More and more grassroots non-profits and charity events are turning to gun raffles as an effective means of raising funds to support their causes.  These raffles are conducted through a licensed broker or shop and offer participants (purchasing raffle tickets) the opportunity to win a firearm for just the price of a ticket – often…

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CMA: 50 Years Of Ministry

May 22, 2025

CMA members are a special group of people who have a heart to change the world one heart at a time and the mission and vision of this ministry hasn’t changed in 50 years. We were the very first ministry in the motorcycling community starting in 1975 and we have made many relationships with all…

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Sport Touring Corner

Garage Brewed Motorcycle Show February 3, 2024  Sport Touring Corner By Norm Kern  Things can get boring during winter so the Garage Brewed Motorcycle Show, held annually at the beginning of February at the Rhinegeist Brewery in Cincinnati, Ohio, is the perfect way to spend a cold Saturday.    The show is organized by a dedicated crew from Cincinnati Cafe Racers…

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I-X Piston Powered Auto-Rama

“The April Assembly of Fossil Fueled Fanatics!”  Made in America & Forged in Cleveland since 1967. The 58th Summit Racing Equipment I-X Piston Powered Auto-Rama.  For anyone that’s ever complained that there’s never enough to see at a car or bike show, we once again present The Summit Racing Equipment I-X Piston Powered Auto-Rama.  The show will celebrate its 58th…

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Letter from the Publisher

With this edition, we are proud to kick off several new initiatives and partners to start the year.  One of the hardest things about this business is staying focused on who we really are – and that’s especially challenging in an industry and community where people are constantly trying to re-invent themselves and possibly not even be aware of who…

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MORE Motorcycle Sport Touring Association News for 2024 

By Norm Kern  When I wrote the January column back in December there were big Motorcycle Sport Touring Association (MSTA) changes in the works. On January first, I became MSTA club president. Having previously served as vice president, am replacing Pat Mogavero, who has done an excellent job as president for the past seven years. Pat is happy to be promoted…

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Reasons To Ride – Volume 14 Issue 2

The February 2024 edition of Reasons to Ride is here, and it’s all about celebrating the passion and community of motorcycling. Whether you’re planning a romantic ride with your partner or gearing up for early spring, this issue is packed with stories, tips, and events to keep you inspired all month long. What’s Inside This Month’s Issue? Why Read the…

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2024 February R2R CMA Article

Who are we? So many articles written and so little description of who or what the Christian Motorcyclists Association is! Well, here you go… The Christian Motorcyclists Association is interdenominational and evangelistic in nature. We believe in: •The Bible as the inspired and infallible Word of God •One God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit •The…

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Reasons To Ride – Volume 14 Issue 1

Kick off the new year with the January 2024 edition of Reasons to Ride! This issue is designed to inspire and prepare riders for an incredible year ahead, filled with adventures, events, and community highlights. Whether you’re making resolutions to ride more or simply looking for tips to keep your bike in top shape, this edition has everything you need…

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Reasons To Ride – Volume 13 Issue 12

The December 2023 edition of Reasons to Ride is here, and it’s packed with holiday cheer and inspiration for riders. As we wrap up the year, this issue celebrates the joy of the riding community, highlights memorable events, and provides tips to keep your bike and spirit in top shape during the colder months. What’s Inside This Month’s Issue? Why…

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Reasons To Ride – Volume 13 Issue 11

The November 2023 edition of Reasons to Ride is a special tribute to the brave men and women who have served our country. As we honor our veterans this month, we also embrace the beauty of fall riding with scenic routes, events, and essential tips to keep your bike in top condition for the season. What’s Inside This Month’s Issue?…

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CMA November 2023

THANK YOU… Really isn’t enough for all that was sacrificed by both men and women who gave their lives for us. Whether they made it home to kiss their families or not, they paid a price that we could not ever repay. We talk about freedom as if it were an emotion or sense of privilege. There are those that…

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