HOG-POD - Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Ridiing in the UK & Ireland

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In this episode, we talk to Steve ' Deano' Spencer.  Deano shares an insight to his own journey with H.O.G, why he is stepping down from Director and how he wanted to do it whilst at the very top of his game.
Deano joined H.O.G over 20 years ago, spending time as a member, committee member and then finally as Director.  He shares some stories from the mad days of the Hatters Chapter, the loss and regaining of the Manchester H-D dealership,  through to the importance of his strong family bond.  
As Director of a hugely successful Chapter, Deano has plenty to share with Chapters across the UK and Ireland

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 This episode, part 2,  we are joined by Steve Link, the Director of the Welsh Dragon H.O.G® Chapter based in Cardiff, to hear about the upcoming Tri-Chapter Winter Ball.  This event is open to all and is organised a year in turn, by Welsh Dragon, Bridgwater and Rolling Hills Chapter. 

We are also joined by Mark McManus, a member of the Belfast Chapter who shares his love for Ruby, a gorgeous Sportster 48 but sadly let go to make room for a Road King Special and a Sportster 883. 

This involved Kenny riding pillion on a the Sportster 48 from Belfast to Chester, through the night in the freezing cold and eventually biblical rain.

Resources and Links

Sycamore Uppingham HD - https://www.sycamoremotorcycles.co.uk/harley-davidson
Manchester Chapter - https://mancuniumchapter.co.uk/
Chester Chapter - https://www.devalegionhog.co.uk/
Tri Chapter Winter Ball Welsh Dragon, Bridgwater and Rolling Hills - https://www.welshdragonhog.com/  or [email protected]

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 In this episode, we share our recent adventures, including Ben's trip to America where he met Bill Davidson and explored the US HOG community. We talk about the differences between HOG USA and HOG UK, and the excitement of traveling to Malta in less than 24 hours time. We also discuss our new interest in cowboy boots. 

There's a call-in segment with Gordy Dick, who updates us on the upcoming end-of-season weekender and his European Bike Week Tour for 2026. 

- Fake it till you make it, that's what we're doing.
- America was fantastic, the vibe was incredible.
- Meeting Bill Davidson was a highlight of the trip.
- HOG USA and HOG UK share a similar passion for the brand.
- Traveling to Malta is an exciting adventure.
- Cowboy boots are a new fashion interest.
- The end of season weekender is open to all skill levels.
- European Bike Week Tour offers a unique experience.

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In this episode, part 2 of 2,  Ben and Kenny continue with the round up from the Regional Officers Connect (ROC) having joined 200 Harley owners, Chapter committee members from all 38 UK and Ireland Chapters, and the HOG regional team in Wyboston. 

Tune in as they share stories from a great weekend, including the upcoming Bagger World Cup being ran in conjuncton with MotoGP, becoming a Chome Chapter, the Ride 365 mileage programme and more

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 In this episode, part 1 of 2,  Ben and Kenny join 200 Harley owners, Chapter committee members from all 38 UK and Ireland Chapters, and the HOG regional team in Wyboston for the Regional Officers Connect. Tune in as they share stories from a great weekend, including meeting the new boss, enjoying drinks with the lively Irish crew, and learning about the latest developments from Vicki Green, HOG’s customer experience lead. As you would expect, there were a number of tequila roses involved as well as a power cut, and all before the bar closed at midnight!