OF THE FIL-AM RIDERS' NOVEMBER 8, 2009 SAN FRANCISCO VETERANS DAY PARADE
Click HERE: Nov. 8, 2009 S F Veteran's Parade at Raquel's Facebook album (need faceboook act.)
Click HERE: Nov. 8, 2009 S F Veteran's Parade at Max's Facebook album (need faceboook act.)
Click HERE: Nov. 8, 2009 S F Veteran's Parade at Rolando's Facebook album (need faceboook act.)
Comments about the '09 SF Vets Parade:) from Dennis:) Greetings All. Thank you, thank you, thank you to all those who made it to yesterday's annual SF Veterans' Day Parade. We had a great turn out although we certainly missed some of our FilAm bros, our JDLC friends, the Road Pirates and the Mestizos. Well, like we always say, "There is always a next year". We started our day in Emeryville for some breakfast and exchanges of pleasantries. From there, we rode accross the Bay to SF where we met up with some of our friends from Daly City. PR USA was represented by Sonny Leonardo and friends. Unfortunately,they had to break off just before we made it to the end of the line since they still had a long ride home to the Los Angeles area. Thank you very much, Sonny. After the parade, we took some much needed break from the heat (our bikes deserved some much needed break as well). After the break, the Daly City gang headed south while we went north on Highway 101 stopping by the Golden Gate bridge vista point for another Kodak moment. From there, we continued on northbound, going accross the Richmond/San Rafael bridge to a chinese buffett restaurant in Richmond where a feast awaited our arrival. I thought Max was never going to leave the place. Again, thank you all for helping honor our defenders. The men and women in uniform who give their lives unconditionally to ensure America's freedom. You all have a wonderful week. Cheers, Dennis 11-09-09
(from Nando) Everyone, I had such a great time and the weather was just right for the parade. I couldn't believe it was so sunny and warm. Man, I was burning up. It was truly a wonderful time to get together, to see old friends and meet new friends. It's a blessing to be part of the Annual Mayor's Veteran's Day parade and to be a fellow Fil Am Rider. Most interesting was our short ride across the Golden Gate Bridge. That was really awesome for me, to ride for the first time a motorcycle over this California landmark. I remember back in 1987. Twenty two years ago, I rode across this bridge in a bicycle with a girlfriend that lived in San Francisco. It was the 50th Anniversary of the Golden Gate Bridge. Coming back across, I had a flat tire. There was thousands of people packed like sardine's on the bridge that day. I had to dump my bike over the side. That was the last time I was on this bridge. I have a lot of memories of San Francisco. It has always been someplace very special in my heart. Anyway, my complements to the selection of the all you can eat place in Richmond. That was a good choice in the restaurant. The food was so delicious, I kept going back for more. Hope we eat there again next year. For sure, let's all see each other again in next years SF Veterans Day Parade. It is a day to honor our troops & the Manong Generation's 1st & 2nd Filipino Infantry Regiments of WWII. Special thanks to all who put together this special occasion for us to attend & participate. May next years event be bigger and wonderful like last Sunday's. IN THE SPIRIT OF THE PINOY, FERNANDO LA BAMBA 11-10-09
(from Sonny) Greetings Fil-Am Riders! Although it was seemingly just a "quickie" being with you all, it was really fun, and even though many were absentees from your crew, it was great fun all the same. It was truly an honor to be a part of the procession representing the Filipino fighting men of the 1st and 2nd Filipino Infantry Regiments. Kudos to all of you for your continued effort, dedication, and integrity, knowing your Harley would overheat in extended idling. I salute you all! Ride safe, and continue smiling. Sincerely, Sonny. ...Ooops! I forgot to tell you that the music slide video of our ride around "fermented grape juice country" and the parade will be up and running hopefully tonight in the PR USA website. Note: Click HOME, then click the PINOY RIDERS USA link.11-10-09
(from Nate) Brothers and Sisters, Great weather, great event, and most importantly great company and fantastic group of friends...what more could you ask for. Thank you all for a wonderful day, ride safe Bros and Sis. Nate 11-09-09
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