In the mid-seventies, the motorcycle rights movement really started in earnest. This is why many State Motorcyclists’ Rights Organizations (SMROs) have been celebrating anniversaries over the past year. This week, ABATE of Indiana turned 50 years old. ABATE of Indiana is a charter member and ardent supporter of the Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF). Founded in 1975 by Wanda Hummel, because she was “mad” about the mandatory helmet law and set out to “make it right”. In 1976, she did just that, modifying Indiana’s helmet law despite numerous challenges. Not the least of which was being a woman in a male-dominated environment. ABATE of Indiana grew to become one of the largest and most successful SMROs in the country. This was due to the dedication, commitment, and hard work of many wonderful people through the years. Michael Farabaugh, better known as “Balls”, was an incredible motivator and innovator with a keen ability to surround himself with extremely talented and loyal individuals. Under Balls’ leadership, ABATE got involved with rider education and created the Boogie, an old-school biker rally. Both of these initiatives added to the growth of the organization. Balls was also most instrumental in creating what is now the MRF. There are way too many stories, achievements, and memories to fit here. ABATE of Indiana has enjoyed a life well-lived and has no intention of stopping. Please join us at the Boogie on July 16-20 for the biggest and baddest birthday party you’ve ever seen. LEARN MORE ABOUT ABATE OF INDIANA — CLICK HERE FOR ABATE of Indiana History Wanda’s Story — click here for Wanda’s Book “The Midwest’s Best Biker Fest” — click here for Indiana Boogie Join The MRF — http://mrf.org The post Happy Birthday ABATE Of Indiana appeared first on Bikernet.com - Online Biker Magazine.

Hey all – anyone venturing to Buchanan Michigan on the 5th of July, for the Motocross Nationals, beware construction through and around Buchanan is a disaster. The detours won’t make sense, and you might find yourself anyplace but Buchanan. My advise is, from Rt12, use US31 north to, Snow Road, exit 8 and come in from the North side, and please be patient. There will be 30,000 other lost and confused people too. All with oversized campers, navigating narrow 2 lane roads. Hope this helps – Doug EDITOR’S NOTE: The 2025 RedBud Motocross event is scheduled for July 5, and there will be road construction impacting routes to the track. To ensure a smooth journey, it’s crucial to check the official RedBud MX website for updated route information, including daily entrance details and gate hours, before heading out. Tickets can be purchased at the gate, and both cash and credit cards are accepted. Official Website: The official RedBud MX website is the best source for the most up-to-date information on routes, entrances, hours, and other important event details. Please visit https://redbudmx.com/ On Facebook https://www.facebook.com/redbudmx Ticket Information: Tickets do not sell out and can be purchased at the gate. Gate Information: Gates are closed daily from midnight to 6 am. Other Important Rules: No glass bottles are allowed, and while you can have beverages at your campsite, alcohol is not permitted in the pro track area. The post Roads to Redbud 2025 appeared first on Bikernet.com - Online Biker Magazine.

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The partisan Senate Parliamentarian continues to gut the Big, Beautiful Bill. The unelected bureaucrat has decided the language to remove NFA taxes and registration requirements have failed the Byrd Rule! Ms. MacDonough has weaponized the Byrd rule. Gun Owners of America is reviewing all options with our Congressional allies and will keep our members aware […] The post The Senate and the Parliamentarian Are Out of Control appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.

The Supreme Court partially allowed President Donald Trump’s birthright citizenship executive order on June 27 in a decision that said universal injunctions likely exceed courts’ authority. The court limited the ability of federal judges to temporarily pause President Trump’s executive orders. But they made no ruling on the constitutionality of his move to end birthright citizenship, […] The post Trump Wins on National Injunctions in Birthright Case appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.

Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough, appointed by partisan hack Harry Reid in 2012, was an advisor to Al Gore during the 2000 election mess. As we reported, she is now gutting the Big, Beautiful Bill, and Sen. Majority Leader Thune apparently wants her to do it. She only has the power the Senate gives her at […] The post Senate Gives Parliamentarian Enormous Power to Gut the BBB appeared first on www.independentsentinel.com.