I was stationed at Ellsworth AFB for 4 years, so I got to experience the Sturgis bike rally firsthand.
Before that, I thought bikers were kind of scary until one came up to me at the gas pump and told me to โthank my old man for his service.โ I was wearing a military jacket. I just quietly said thank you.
I never told that biker I also served for 8 years. I was so shocked that anyone would thank anyone for our service.
Bikers are badass and hugely patriotic. โฅ๏ธ๐ฅโฅ๏ธ๐ฅ
If you get the chance, visit the Sturgis bike rally.