Article written by Rocky Marks, contribution & photo by
Brian Kohl.
Hot Metal Harley-Davidson’s Mon-Valley HOG Chapter kicked off
another year of riding with their annual “FYBO Run.” FYBO has many meanings, however “Freeze Your
Buns Off” is probably the most politically correct and socially acceptable
meaning of that acronym.
This year, the Chapter caught a little break from the cold and
rode to their destination in their vehicles due to the weather conditions that
would give even the most seasoned rider a white knuckled adventure in the
snow. That didn’t seem to put a damper
on attendance.
Over 35 people arrived at Heinz Field which was stop #1 on the
ride. The Chapter took a free tour of
the home of our beloved Black & Gold.
The tour began at Gate B, walking through the Great Hall where they
replayed the immaculate reception and toured through the lockers of some past
Steelers such as Jack Lambert, Lynn Swan, and Jerome Bettis.
In addition to strolling down memory lane, the Chapter strolled
through the Stadium’s locker rooms, $150,000 suites, infrastructure, and even
the press box which is 95% sound proof.
That is significant because there is very little, if any crowd
noise. In the press box there is absolutely
no cheering or speaking in an above normal voice. Doing so will get you an automatic suspension
of the press box privileges.
In addition to the catacombs, corridors, and luxury suites, the
Chapter got to make their way out onto the field in the same fashion the
Pittsburgh Steelers would using their entrance.
Once out on the field, group and individual shots were taken while
gaining a perspective that only the players and coaches know during game day.
After the tour of Heinz Field, the Chapter was treated to free
play courtesy of the Rivers Casino. A
buffet was available for those who chose to step away from the gaming area and
the FYBO ride ended on the North Side in Pittsburgh.
Because the weather is unpredictable at best, the Mon-Valley HOG Chapter
will host several indoor events at Hog’s Restaurant on Prospect Road in
Pittsburgh. This will be done in the
first couple months of the year so that members can still participate in the
chapter should the weather not be so cooperative when a run is scheduled.
If you are interested in joining the Mon-Valley HOG Chapter, you
can send an e-mail to monvalleyhog@hotmetalharley.com or go to Hot
Metal Harley-Davidson’s website at www.hotmetalharley.com and click on the
“Mon-Valley HOG” link. There you will
find information on joining, a biography of the chapter, as well as upcoming
runs and events.
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