So much has happened over the past six weeks that we thought we should bring you up-to-speed with our activities.
In March War-Torn Troops Remembered became an affiliated motorcycle club of the British Motorcycling Federation. Thanks to Rachael at the BMF for her support during our application process.
Also in March a number of WTTR members and supporters met up at the Bikers Bar which took place at the Jocks Lodge. We must give a big shout out to Duncan for bringing this event forward so that it didn't effect Sunday's Forth Gear Easter Egg Run. There was good chat and two cracking live bands! I understand there's another Bikers Bar night planned soon, so keep an eye out for details on the WTTR Facebook page.
The day after some WTTR folk joined members of RBLS Riders at a supermarket 'bag-pack' in Hunters Tryst. The aim was to raise much needed funds for SAFFA. A sterling effort was made by all, particularly those who were out partying on Friday night.
Despite the wintery weather at the end of March it was amazing to see about 50 bikers and other supporters turn out for the Forth Gear's Muffin Morning and Easter Egg Run. Again amazing efforts were made by individuals to attend. If you didn't manage to make it along then you'll find a short video giving a flavour of what happened on our website and on our YouTube Channel.
Most recently around 20 WTTR bikers and supporters made it down to the Home Coming Parade in Haddington. It was perfect biking weather with the sun splitting the sky. Those of us stuck inside and at work were most jealous!!! Photos from this event plus others mentioned will be put up on the website soon.
A big thanks to everyone who has bought WTTR merchandise - hoodies, patches and flags. We need to single out Zephyr Flags here as they generously supported WTTR by subsidising the production costs of the motorbike flags. Please remember that once merchandise production costs have been covered any profit made goes directly to charity.
It should come as no surprise to learn that WTTR has struck up a very good working relationship with poppyscotland this year. The majority of the money we raise will go directly to them. WTTR co-founder CSgt. Jim Thomson is having his motorbike resprayed and customised so that it is becomes a WTTR/poppyscotland bike. It's going to look amazing! Hopefully photos and info will appear on a future blogpost.
We still have some Raffle Tickets left to win a big twin Harley Davidson for the weekend. If you want to buy a ticket simply email riders@wttr.org.uk and Kaz will do the rest. Tickets cost £5.00 each and the draw will be made on 11 May 2013 at the Carole Nash Great Scottish Bike Show.
Finally, today our thoughts are very much with the three soldiers from 2SCOTS who were killed by a road side device in Afghanistan, those who were injured, their families and their friends. Once again we remember those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice on our behalf.
– Derek Green, WTTR Media & Communications
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