It is a thrilling deal to pull up about an hour early, here at Hibernia Bank lot, and observe a few hundred motorbikes and riders of all descripions. We have a few of the Bandits to appear, on their ole ''unShiny'' bikes. Those few fellas, are very friendly, and they usually have a TeddyBear of some description tied on their motorbikes. I think, the Toys Ride was originated by the Hells Angels out in Ca, seems I saw that on the History Channel the other day. OUR local event is this coming Sunday, Dec 11th. Santa rides up about 945, riding the tradtional white Harley Hog, to lead us out by 1000am, or so. We end up at the Marine Reserve, walk thru the rear of the bldg, where there are a lot of US Marines, in their dress rigs, deposit the toy,and go thru the front for coffee and stuff from McDonalds, and so 4th. Hang around, and talk Bike Bull, and visit. I've never experienced a Rain ride for this event, lucky, right. Surely it rains on some events across America? regards,BJAY)! 'Ya'll take care'' --BJAY--