Beckers 1,136 Posted May 11, 2013 Report Share Posted May 11, 2013 This really isn't a trip report, since I only drove about 5 mins but thought some members (especially any that are law enforcement) would find this interesting.I copied this from their website to give you a little background on the ride.http://policeunitytour.com/"Our MissionThe primary purpose of the Police Unity Tour is to raise awareness of Law Enforcement Officers who have died in the line of duty.The secondary purpose is to raise funds for the National Law Enforcement Officer’s Memorial and Museum."We are fortunate to live about 3 mins from the route that is used every year for the Police Unity Tour for the North Jersey and New York chapters. This was the 3rd year we were able to watch and cheer on the riders as they head down to DC. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted May 11, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 11, 2013 Their slogan is "We ride for those who die" just typing that gives me chills. The paper said it was about 800 officers on bikes that came by, with about 1,600 total making the trip to DC. Each rider has to raise a minimum amount and I want to say it is close to $2,000.It is really an amazing and touching experience to see. To know that these are all people who protect us on a daily basis and that they are raising money for the families of fallen officers is chilling.I must admit it makes me cry every year! My parents, Adam and I were standing with a few other people cheering and clapping for them. The thing that threw me off was how many officers were saying thank you. At first I was taken back because I was thinking, what are you thanking me for? You are the real heros and we should be telling you thank you! The ironic thing is, Adam said to me, "Mommy they are thanking me for waving!". They really seem to appreciate the cheering and honking. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted May 11, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 11, 2013 One of the officers pulled over and gave Adam a flag and another tossed him a poker chip/coin. Both were Police Unity Tour items. It's really an amazing sight to see. I'll post the pics I have now. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted May 11, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 11, 2013 The coin Adam got. This was from the Newark Police Department. Beginning of the riders. Motorcycles are sent ahead to shut down the traffic. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted May 11, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 11, 2013 Some riders waving Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted May 11, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 11, 2013 One of the bike trailers Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted May 11, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 11, 2013 Last pic I have is the flag and coin.I'll have to see what my dad has pic wise. Nothing can really show the amount of riders and the emotion you feel watching them. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
blm2003 2 Posted May 11, 2013 Report Share Posted May 11, 2013 Thanks for sharing! What a great cause. I have been to the Memorial but had not heard of this event. This has made it onto the short list of events I need to get the family to in the next few years. Thanks again Joe Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Big Kahuna aka John 71 Posted May 11, 2013 Report Share Posted May 11, 2013 Thank You..... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
momof3kids-Yvonne 595 Posted May 11, 2013 Report Share Posted May 11, 2013 Thank you for sharing. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AC in A2......Aaron 693 Posted May 11, 2013 Report Share Posted May 11, 2013 Thanks for sharing. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CCIntrigue...aka Gwen 547 Posted May 11, 2013 Report Share Posted May 11, 2013 Thank you for sharing! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799 Posted May 12, 2013 Report Share Posted May 12, 2013 Very cool! Thanks for sharing! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted May 9, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 Bumping this as we going to support the riders tomorrow as they make their way to DC. Will post new pictures tomorrow! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
superloopers 2 Posted May 9, 2014 Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 Thanks for sharing! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dblr....Rennie 224 Posted May 9, 2014 Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 Very nice thanks for posting about it and great pictures Quote Link to post Share on other sites
h2odivers...Ray 952 Posted May 9, 2014 Report Share Posted May 9, 2014 That's great that your able to go and cheer them on again. Remember it is a TR so we will be expecting pictures. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GaDawgFan.....Kelly 799 Posted May 12, 2014 Report Share Posted May 12, 2014 I saw the pic on fb, so quit slacking. :) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted May 12, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2014 I saw the pic on fb, so quit slacking. :)lol! Looking at pictures now to see what is different from last year lol Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DaveInTN 3,247 Posted May 12, 2014 Report Share Posted May 12, 2014 Very cool!! The thought of it all makes me very sad. A 25 year old officer was just killed on Saturday in Nashville while responding to an accident on I-65. He was hit by a motorhome. Just awful. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted May 12, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2014 I forget what the statistics are but way too many officers are killed. It really is an amazing thing to see. The group we saw was doing a 100 mile leg that day. Their part is about 300 miles. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted May 12, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2014 This is waiting for the riders. They don't publish much about the legs of the race but with some googling, past experience and friends in the know. We had a general idea of the time, but still waited about 2 hours. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted May 12, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2014 The start of the riders. If you look closely you can see they were shutting down traffic. They send motorcycle cops ahead to block the roads. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted May 12, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2014 Some support vehicles Coin Adam was given. He received one last year as well. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beckers 1,136 Posted May 12, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2014 This video doesn't capture al of the riders we sawhttp://youtu.be/g_hVNR_i778 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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