ABOUT FOOTHILLS CHAPTER
The Foothills Chapter of Retreads is a fast-growing group of
motorcycling enthusiasts based in Southern Alberta. Monthly meetings are kept short to
allow for either riding (Spring, Summer, Autumn) or planning rides (Winter.) All makes and
models of motorcycles are welcome. The only requirements for membership are enthusiasm,
love of riding, a willingness to share enjoyable riding experiences with others and $25. Click here to learn more about membership.
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THE NAME 'RETREADS®'
The name RETREADS® comes from the name of vehicle tires which were initially used during World War
II. Retreading (putting new treads on used tires) was a process that permitted many
civilians during the war years to continue to use their vehicles when their tires wore
out, as new tires were very difficult, if not impossible to get during those rationing
years.
ABOUT THE RETREAD CREST
The chief is a field of gold representing
the Golden years. The band sinister is blue and black, upper sinister field being red with stallions in place. The lower dexter field being
with Roman numerals XL in red letters and the word "plus" underneath. XL
isn't a size, it's the minimum age for membership (spouses exempted.) Some chapters have a
blue chapter or country rocker with the crest.
This insignia is a registered insignia and trademark in Canada and the U.S.
LINKS
RETREADS INTERNATIONAL
http://www.retreads.org
RETREADS ALBERTA
Contact them at http://www.alberta-retreads.com.
ONTARIO RETREADS
Contact them at www.ontarioretreads.ca
ONTARIO SOUTH RETREADS
Contact them at www.ontarioretreads.ca/osretreads/