07/27/2023
It’s been awhile, but we are still here!
Motorcycles. A topic we don’t really speak on. But this is still a subject of MOTORSPORT.
All of us have seen it. Two motorcycles, regardless of make or model, going opposite directions. They briefly glance, and hold out their index and middle finger. Most of us think it’s just a simple hello, or a wave.
The significance of that hand signal to other motorcyclists dates back to 1904 when Arthur Davidson and William Harley would pass each other on the road. This wave started to be noticed by passer-by and believed to be etiquette amongst riders.
The other tale dates back to WWII, as veterans purchased surplus motorcycles, the abudance of bikes and the solidarity among veterans created a huge culture, and as bikers were excited to meet one another, they would exchange the wave that we all know so well.
At the present, that two fingered salute we all know is exchanged amongst riders to wish safety amongst one another, and it is widely acknowledged as a salute to keep two wheels on the ground.
The motorcycle culture is infact a melting pot. A melting pot of jokes, humor, cool stops, and an abundance of people all of whom just want to ride, and keep each other safe, and while accidents occur more often then we want, we always make it a priority to help those within our circles.
In mid-July, a close friend of ours was involved in a collision. Demetrus Dman geared up left his house and was putting a few miles on a freshly repaired toy of his, and a vehicle pulled out infront of him. “Dman” collided with the driver side wheel well of the vehicle, throwing him and the bike several yards down the street.
Upon impact, Dman suffered a broken leg, a severely broken pelvis, internal bleeding, an aortic dissection, a C1-C4 hematoma in his back, and the strap on his helmet failed. This lead to a brain bleed.
Dman was found unresponsive, taken to an unnamed hospital that stated his chances of survival were minimal and then transferred to Cleveland metro, where he has made an astonishing recovery thanks to the men and women who have been caring for him.
This Saturday, 7/29, with help from our wonderful friends Canton Cars and Coffee and Quaker Steak and L**e Canton, OH; please join part of our team, fellow riders, fellow car enthusiasts and Dmans family for an event that raises money to cover expenses for Dman, and his wonderful family. The event is in conjunction with Canton Cars and Coffee and takes place from 10AM-1PM, followed by a small benefit ride around Atwood lake to one of our favorite dining spots.
Present the attached flier to your servers and part of the bill will be donated to Demetrus, and his family for any unexpected medical expenses.
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With love,
The Cars and Candy Foundation.
