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Folk duo The Whispering Tree nabbed a stellar review from Big Takeover Magazine who called The Escape an "eagerly anticipated" "treasure" filled with "spacious, sweeping, and snowpeak-scaling folk-rock beauty." Read on:
Folk duo The Whispering Tree nabbed a stellar review from Big Takeover Magazine who called The Escape an "eagerly anticipated" "treasure" filled with "spacious, sweeping, and snowpeak-scaling folk-rock beauty." Read on:
Beacon, NY duo The Whispering Tree — Eleanor Kleiner and Elie Brangbour — recently released their latest EP The Escape. Hudson Valley magazine Chronogram said "Kleiner's vocals billow and soar…" Read the full review and listen to their track "No Love" here.
Congratulations to 2/3 Goat on this amazing cover story! Check them out at:
Alt-folk trio Oh! My Blackbird, fronted by lead vocalist and guitarist Annie Sullivan, harness the magic of close vocal harmonies and pissed off lyrics. With Nick Jozwiak (cello, bass, auto harp) and Veronica Kohl (tambourine, vocals), they create a tight yet playful folk pop sound.
Oh! My Blackbird will release their debut full-length album Dare Me on March 6th.
Inspired by classical music — particularly choral music and madrigals — and 60's and late 70's folk revival, mixed with 90's-00's era rock, their sound is driven by tight vocals and witty, often venomous lyrics. Sullivan, as Oh! My Blackbird's songwriter, tells introspective tales of real life experiences that are steeped in traditional pop — like a string of really bad boyfriends — mixed with a mystical folk mentality.
Oh! My Blackbird released their first EP Too Much Future in May 2011, followed by Drop Dead EP in October 2011. Both releases are highlighted by Kohl's earthy vocals, Jozwiak's soaring cello lines and Sullivan's romantic and acerbic lyrics.
Look for more of the band's acoustic folk pop sounds, combined with mystical and psychedelic elements on Dare Me. Recorded in January 2012, Dare Me was produced by Oliver Ignatius (Ghost Pal) at the Cobble Hill based recording studio Mama Coco's Funky Kitchen.
And if you're in Brooklyn/NYC, catch Oh! My Blackbird's residency at Pete's Candy Store every Sunday in January.
RIYL: Fleet Foxes, Jessica Lea Mayfeild, First Aid Kit, James Taylor, Joni Mitchell, Neko Case, Peter Paul and Mary,Tilly & The Wall, Mates of State, Tegan and Sara, The Belle Brigade, Mamas & the Papas, Richard and Linda Thompson, Fleetwood Mac.
2/3 Goat mark the debut of their EP Stream of Conscience with a listening party on Aol Music today!
Fronted by lead singer Annalyse McCoy, the band's fusion of folk, blues, rock, and country summons the likes of Cash & Carter with a contemporary spin, and echoes their diverse roots; McCoy hailing from the hills and hollers of Kentucky, and Ryan Dunn (vocals, guitar) born and bred on the beaches of South Jersey.
Recorded in Nashville at Welcome to 1979 Studios with producer Chris Mara (Gin Blossoms, Rounder Records) Stream of Conscience features an "old meets new Nashville" feel and marks the band's stance against mountaintop removal coal mining.
"… in the spirit of great socially aware performers from Phil Ochs to Johnny Cash, 2/3 Goat don't preach: instead, they paint vivid pictures with their songs." - New York Music Daily
A Statement from 2/3 Goat Against Mountaintop Removal Coal Mining: 2/3 Goat has taken a stance against mountaintop removal coal mining, which is destroying the land and the people where Annalyse McCoy is from. Coal has been king for over a hundred years in Appalachia. Taking rock from under the ground is one thing; but blowing up mountains, burying thousands of miles of freshwater streams, inciting flooding in areas where it's never been a problem, and causing the highest cancer rates in the nation from industry runoff is another. Mountaintop removal also takes away more and more jobs from an area that desperately needs them. It's time we take a stand. Our song and music video "Stream of Conscience" are focused on this very topic. Appalachia is Rising!
2/3 Goat (pronounced: Two-Thirds Goat) is not your average New York City based farm band. On November 20th they will release their sophomore album Stream of Conscience – which was recorded entirely on vintage equipment — along with a music video for the title track, taking a stance against mountaintop removal coal mining.
Fronted by lead singer Annalyse McCoy, the band's fusion of folk, blues, rock, and country summons the likes of Cash & Carter with a contemporary spin, and echoes their diverse roots; McCoy hailing from the hills and hollers of Kentucky, and Ryan Dunn (vocals, guitar) born and bred on the beaches of South Jersey.
Recorded earlier this year in Nashville at Welcome to 1979 Studios with producer Chris Mara (Gin Blossoms, Rounder Records) on a restored MCI 2' 24 track tape then mixed in pro-tools, Stream of Conscience captures an "old meets new Nashville" feel. A 1947 crooner's microphone was used on the track "Lay It on the Line," and "Band of Gold" features prominent Nashville musician Russ Pahl on pedal steel. The console used to record Stream of Conscience is museum-worthy: a fully restored 1978 MCI JH428 originally owned by Country Music Hall of Famer Porter Wagoner (aka "Mr. Grand Ole Opry").
The album's title track and music video also directly address 2/3 Goat's opposition to mountaintop removal coal mining, a cause close to their hearts. Join us for the release show:
Stream of Conscience Album and Video Release Show
November 20th at 7:30
Bowery Electric
327 Bowery NYC
At the age of 15, Sahara Smith placed second in a contest for young songwriters sponsored by A Prairie Home Companion– and she never looked back. Last year, Smith (now 22) released her debut album Myth of the Heart, a slow paced sophisticated and dreamy alt folk album. It was praised by big names like The Los Angeles Times, The Wall Street Journal and Paste. Smith made her national television debut on Late Night with David Letterman in November and has recently been on the cover of austinwoman magazine.
Check out her music videos for "The Real Thing" and "Thousand Secrets" and if you're in Austin, TX she'll perform at the 2nd Annual Austin Icon Awards on September 9th.
Connect: Twitter // Facebook // Myspace
Full Disclosure: Sahara Smith is a great artist but we don't work for her. We just dig her tunes.
{This post was written by our Editorial Intern Christina Butan!}
Freelance Whales are a free-spirited indie pop band from Queens, New York. Band members Judah, Doris, Chuck, Jacob and Kevin are talented multi-instrumentalists whose tales of love, dreams and childhood memories are nestled between folk melodies. Weathervanes, the quintet's first album, is a dainty record layered with banjos, synths and bells. You may have heard their song "Generator 1st Floor" in a Starbucks commercial earlier this year.
Freelance Whales are easy to fall in love with; they are calm, enchanting and comforting. It's as if their music wraps its arms around you just as you're falling asleep, after an evening of chasing fireflies and watching the stars fill up the night sky.
Connect: Twitter // Facebook // Myspace
Full Disclosure: Freelance Whales are a great band but we don't work for them. We just dig their tunes.
{This post was written by our Editorial Intern Christina Butan!}
Very excited for the release of Two Cent Revival's debut EP
The Devil's in This Whiskey
TONIGHT at 7pm!
Rockwood Music Hall, Stage 1
196 Allen Street, NYC
Check out a review of the EP here
Check out the album featured on AOL MUSIC here


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It's the dream road. Suspended above the Pacific. Hugging the edge of the continent. It winds down the California coast, flirting with majestic redwoods, rugged cliffs and crashing waves. Yes, those ocean vistas are incredible. But did you imagine anything else? Like sea lions, lighthouses, historic missions and charming Carmel-by-the-Sea? Luxurious inns and sun-kissed Santa Ynez Valley vineyards? More than coastal scenery will take your breath away on this trip.
We want to make sure you're on the right trip and that you have the best experience possible. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
Traffic, Terrain and ShuttlesWhile Backroads strives to find routes that are quiet and off the beaten track, we bike 17-Mile Drive and Highway 1 through Big Sur, which are both popular with cyclists and drivers alike, especially during holidays and the busy summer season. The majestic Highway 1 along the California coast includes long climbs and steep downhill stretches, exposed overlooks and at times little or no shoulder. Just remember to keep to the right, ride single file and go at your own pace. Of course, if you decide to skip some of the hills, you can hop in a support van and enjoy the view.
Day 1 Bike famous 17-Mile Drive to enchanting Carmel-by-the-Sea Browse boutiques, art galleries, cafés and visit an 18th-century Spanish colonial mission in this seaside haven.
Day 2 Point Lobos, "the greatest meeting of land and water in the world," according to landscape artist Francis McComas The call of playful sea lions invite you to take a break and explore the tide pools and bluffs Test your legs on the rolling ascents of the cliff-clinging Cabrillo Highway past wind-torn cypresses.
Day 3 The rugged Big Sur coast, known for redwoods and staggering views The Twin Sisters, two substantial back-to-back ascents, are on the horizon so be sure to fuel up during lunch at Sand Dollar Beach Pedal by Piedras Blancas Lighthouse, whose cove is a hangout for elephant seals Plans to remodel? Find inspiration at Hearst Castle, where optional tours reveal an astounding 58 bedrooms, 60 bathrooms, 18 sitting rooms and sublime grounds featuring formal gardens.
Days 4-6 Discover the vineyard-laden Santa Ynez Valley A pastoral inland route leads to Los Olivos, with Victorian buildings, eclectic artwork and alluring tasting rooms Get to know Solvang, a delightful dash of Denmark in California The afternoon is yours to taste wines or olive oils, visit a lavender farm or pamper yourself at a spa Ride through weather-worn mountains—with a steep climb and technical descent for the brave.
Trip Highlights
- Bike along iconic Highway 1 on California's central coast
- Rugged cliffs plunging into the deep blue Pacific—talk about stunning scenery!
- Experience the epic beauty of land and sea at Point Lobos
- Taste award-winning wines in the picturesque Santa Ynez Valley
- California cuisine at its best—as varied and exceptional as the rides themselves
Premiere Inns
Tradewinds Inn Carmel (1 night): Enjoy the serenity and ocean views offered by this Asian-inspired inn centrally located in charming Carmel-by-the-Sea.
Ventana Inn & Spa (1 night): This luxurious getaway tucked in wooded hills overlooking the Pacific earns rave reviews from Condé Nast Traveler and the Hideaway Report. (pool, spa)
Blue Dolphin Inn (1 night): Ocean views abound at this cozy inn nestled in a grove of mature cypress trees on Moonstone Beach.
Fess Parker Wine Country Inn & Spa (2 nights): Each room at this elegant boutique hotel, which dates back to 1888, features a private fireplace. (pool, spa)
Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of
interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one
day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat
from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each
day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.
Routes For All Abilities
|Daily Route Options
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* Includes a shuttle
2015 Dates & Pricing*
- 10/11-16 Price: $3398 pp dbl. occ., (+ $1020 for sgl. occ.)
*Prices may change. Once you book your trip, your price is guaranteed.
2016 Dates & Pricing*
- 5/22-27 Price: $3298 pp dbl. occ., (+ $1220 for sgl. occ.)
- 7/24-29 Price: $3298 pp dbl. occ., (+ $1220 for sgl. occ.)
- 8/7-12 Price: $3298 pp dbl. occ., (+ $1220 for sgl. occ.)
- 9/11-16 Price: $3298 pp dbl. occ., (+ $1220 for sgl. occ.)
- 9/18-23 Price: $3298 pp dbl. occ., (+ $1220 for sgl. occ.)
- 10/2-7 Price: $3298 pp dbl. occ., (+ $1220 for sgl. occ.)
- 10/16-21 Price: $3298 pp dbl. occ., (+ $1220 for sgl. occ.)
- 10/30-11/4 Price: $3298 pp dbl. occ., (+ $1220 for sgl. occ.)
*Prices may change. Once you book your trip, your price is guaranteed.
Private Trips Options & Pricing
Gather your favorite people to share a Backroads adventure on a ready-to-book Private Trip - featuring all the legendary Backroads hallmarks from expert leaders to unforgettable activities.
You can pick from a large selection of dates for your group of 8 or more. Call us for date availability.
If your party has fewer than 8 guests, or if your preferred date is not available, we'll create a departure just for you.
Pricing for Private Trips (prices may vary based on departure date)
|2 - 3 guests from $4,798 pp dbl. occ.
|8 - 9 guests from $3,798 pp dbl. occ.
|4 - 5 guests from $4,198 pp dbl. occ.
|10 - 11 guests from $3,398 pp dbl. occ.
|6 - 7 guests from $3,898 pp dbl. occ.
|12 or more guests from $3,098 pp dbl. occ.
|2 - 3 guests from $5,498 pp dbl. occ.
|8 - 9 guests from $4,098 pp dbl. occ.
|4 - 5 guests from $4,698 pp dbl. occ.
|10 - 11 guests from $3,598 pp dbl. occ.
|6 - 7 guests from $4,298 pp dbl. occ.
|12 or more guests from $3,298 pp dbl. occ.
All Private Singles-Solos trips require a minimum of 16 guests.
Guest Trip Reviews
Like the other trips with Backroads, this was a wonderful trip with incredible scenery, exceptional leaders, an interesting and varied itinerary, and a really fun, nice group of people with various backgrounds but still very compatible. It was everything that was promised and more. We never worry when we are contemplating a Backroads trip.- Highland Park, IL
I had never cycled and always said I hated riding a bike. My friend talked me into this trip. So 2 months before departure I borrowed a road bike and began riding twice a week. My goal was just to survive the trip. Not only did I survive but I loved every minute of it! The guides and the other guests encouraged and inspired me to push myself to new levels of strength and endurance. After a hard day of riding it was SO nice to arrive at a beautiful hotel with my bags waiting for me in my room.- Sarasota, FL


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Heinrich Böll Foundation
|This article relies too much on references to primary sources. (January 2013)
|Public Policy Think Tank
|Schumannstraße 8, 10119 Berlin, Germany
|Ralf Fücks and Barbara Unmüßig
The Heinrich Böll Foundation (HBF; German: Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung e.V., HBS) is a German, legally independent political foundation. Affiliated with the German Green Party,[1] it was originally founded in 1987 and rebuilt in 1997. The foundation was named after German writer Heinrich Böll (1917–1985).
- 1 Mission Statement and Structure
- 2 History
- 3 Thematic Priorities
- 4 Structure
- 5 HBF in North America
- 6 Publications
- 7 See also
- 8 References
- 9 External links
Mission Statement and Structure[edit]
The Heinrich Böll Foundation is an agency for green visions and projects, a think tank for policy reforms, and an international network.[2] It is part of the global Green political movement that has developed since the 1980s. The foundation's main tenets are ecology and sustainability, democracy and human rights, and self-determination and justice. Particular emphasis is placed on gender democracy, meaning social emancipation and equal rights for women and men.[3] Furthermore, the foundation is committed to equal rights for cultural and ethnic minorities, and advocates for the societal and political participation of immigrants. It also promotes non-violence and proactive peace policies.[4]
Headquartered in Berlin, Germany, the Heinrich Böll Foundation has 30 offices across the globe, spanning cities such as Beijing, Brussels, Kabul, New Delhi, Rio de Janeiro, and Tel Aviv. Since 2002, Ralf Fücks[1] and Barbara Unmüßig have led the executive board. Birgit Laubach[5] is the current CEO.[6]
The Heinrich Böll Foundation also includes a scholarship program, which supports university and PhD students through stipends and an alumni network.
With the approval of the Böll family and the National Convention of Bündnis 90/Die Grünen (German Green Party), the foundation carries the name of the writer Heinrich Böll. According to the HBF mission statement, Böll personified the values of the foundation: courage to stand up for one's beliefs; encouragement to meddle in public affairs; and unconditional activism in support of dignity and human rights.[7] Böll encouraged others to involve themselves in political processes, and was famously quoted as saying: "Meddling is the only way to stay relevant."[8]
Regional foundations close to the Green Party were set up in the early 1980s. In 1983, there was an initial unsuccessful effort to found a national foundation. Later in the 1980s, three national foundations were established: The feminist Frauenanstiftung, the Buntstift federation of regional foundations, and the Cologne-based Heinrich Böll Foundation. The work of these organizations was later coordinated by the umbrella organization Regenbogen.[9] In 1988, the Green Party recognized Regenbogen as the foundation allied to the party. From then on, the foundation qualified for government funding.[10]
In 1996, a Green Party convention pushed the merger of the separate foundations. The statutes of the new foundation stressed the tenets of gender democracy, and of issues related to migration and diversity. The motion was passed with a large majority. The new foundation took on the name of one of its predecessors – Heinrich Böll Foundation. On July 1, 1997, the newly founded Heinrich Böll Foundation began its operations in its new headquarters in the center of Berlin.
Thematic Priorities[edit]
The Heinrich Böll Foundation works on a range of issues, and the following themes permeate many of its projects and publications:
Climate Change: The foundation focuses on the concept of Greenhouse Development Rights (GDRs), arguing that the best way to break the impasse between the climate and the development crisis is to expand the climate protection agenda to include the protection of development dignity.[11]
Resource Policy: A responsible use of resources is formulated in the memo of the foundation. By analyzing existing initiatives, standards, and mechanisms and proposing new ones, the Heinrich Böll Foundation advises governments, political actors and interest groups in Germany and in the international sphere.[12]
European Policy: The Heinrich Böll Foundation supports the democratic reform of European institutions, and is committed to further expansion of the European Union and integration of new member states.
The Economy and Financial Crisis: The foundation supports investment in ecological structural changes, education, science and development for a sustainable society. It underlies this claim by advocating for the Green New Deal.[13]
Global Gender Politics: Gender politics and gender democracy have been priorities for the foundation from the very beginning. The organizational development of the Heinrich Böll Foundation has become a role model for many other institutions.
Stipend Programs: The foundation is one of 12 accredited institutions financed by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research. It hands out scholarships for outstanding students in Germany and encourages the integration of non-German students into the program.[14]
Headquarters and offices in Germany[edit]
The new foundation headquarters in the center of Berlin totals approximately 7,000 square meters of building area and features modern office space for 185 employees. The conference center holds up to 300 people in varying configurations, making it possible to hold large multi-day conferences at the location as well.
The foundation describes its headquarters as being in the "ecological vanguard" of modern office and conference center design. Its energy consumption is at 55.7 kWh/m², which is less than half of the legal maximum. In partnership with Grammer Solar,[15] a photovoltaic system has been installed on the roof. This has an annual energy yield of some 53,000 kWh and feeds into the district heating system. In addition, the building uses an adiabatic recooler to cool its offices. Outlet slits run at sill level along the glazing in every office. The sill casing houses high-performance heat-exchangers, through which water at a temperature of 20 °C circulates in the summer. A small ventilator inside ensures that cooled air is distributed throughout the room. Even when the temperature outside is over 30 °C, the room temperature does not rise above 25°. This system uses approximately ten times less energy than a conventional air conditioning system. The building uses the heat created by the computer network servers to heat its rooms. This heating system has led the foundation to receive the Green CIO Award,[16] an award given in recognition of innovative projects that significantly improve the energy efficiency of IT systems. Lastly, the atrium and internal courtyard create natural convection currents that serve to ventilate the building all year long.[17]
The Heinrich Böll Foundation holds independent regional offices in each of the 16 German states, called Bundesländer. With their work, the regional offices design and implement community and regional work in the spheres of ecology, democracy, migration, and gender democracy. Their work is not limited to regional or national issues, but also includes international projects and cooperation efforts. Although all of the 16 offices are independent associations, they must adhere to the constitution of the Heinrich Böll Foundation (e.g. adhering to the common public interest and fulfilling female employee quotas).[18]
Foreign offices[edit]
The Heinrich Böll Foundation currently holds 29 foreign offices worldwide outside of Germany: in Abuja,[19] Addis Ababa,[20] Bangkok,[21] Beijing,[22] Beirut,[23] Belgrade,[24] Brussels,[25] Cairo (under construction), Cape Town,[26] Istanbul,[27] Kabul,[28] Kiev,[29] Lahore,[30] Mexico City,[31] Moscow,[32] Nairobi,[33] New Delhi,[34] Prague,[35] Phnom Penh,[36] Ramallah,[37] Rio de Janeiro,[38] San Salvador,[31] Santiago,[39] Sarajevo,[40] Tbilisi,[41] Tel Aviv,[42] Warsaw,[43] Washington,[44] and Zagreb.[45]
The Foundation has been among those providing funding to Radio Voice of the People in Zimbabwe.[46]
Scholarship program and the Green Academy[edit]
In addition to its political and cultural work, the Heinrich Böll Foundation also offers scholarships for university students and PhD students. Around 1000 scholarship-holders from different colleges and universities are promoted every year. Scholars are expected to show excellent academic achievements, community involvement, political interest, and support for the ideals of the foundation.
The scholarship program's network includes 250 liaison lecturers, who provide individual student support. Sixty-three percent of all scholarship-holders are women, and thirty percent come from abroad or have immigrant backgrounds.[47]
The Green Academy,[48] launched in January 1999 as a project of the Heinrich Böll Foundation, is an independent forum for contemporary political issues. It consists of approximately 60 volunteer members who confer with the HBF Board and CEO to decide upon content. The Academy hosts workshops and roundtable discussions. The topics may be proposed by members, board, or political spectators. Many of the Academy's members are scholars, experts from associations and NGOs, and policy makers from both federal and state governments. In addition to its annual meeting, the Green Academy meets once a summer for a discussion session.[49]
Gunda Werner Institute[edit]
The Gunda Werner Institute[50] for feminism and gender democracy emerged in 2007 from the former Feminist Institute and the Joint Taskforce for Gender Democracy of the Heinrich Böll Foundation. The Institute works on the topics of: women's rights as human rights, the politicization of gender issues, the reflection of feminism and gender democratic approaches, and discourse between science, politics, and civil society.[51]
GreenCampus[52] is the political training academy within the Heinrich Böll Foundation. Founded in 2006, the academy's core areas of expertise are political management, diversity, and gender trainings for people working voluntarily or professionally in NGOs, political parties, organizations, and the private sector. GreenCampus draws on the Heinrich Böll Foundation's many years of experience, combines different competences, and offers a wide-range portfolio.
HBF in North America[edit]
In 1998, the Heinrich Böll Foundation North America[44] opened its office in Washington D.C. It focuses on the five program areas of: Ecology, International Politics, Democracy, Economic Governance & G20, and Gender. Through organizing events and inviting international visitors, the office promotes the exchange of ideas and concepts between North America and the rest of the world.
- Ecology: Ecology, clean energy and sustainable development are central areas for securing the future of humanity. The Green movement has come a long way and today forms an integral part of the political mainstream. As societies embark upon the green transformation, a greater emphasis must be given to social justice, democracy and citizen involvement. HBF North America encourages a sustainable and green economy fueled by clean energies and sustainable infrastructure.[53]
- International Politics: Though the U.S. and Europe cooperate closely in the realm of foreign and security policy, their relationship is not without friction. HBF North America's International Politics Program aims at deepening the transatlantic dialogue on common threats and security challenges, while exposing where we concur and where we differ. The program fosters innovative policies and collaborative approaches to conflict prevention, crisis management and peace building with a particular focus on the Middle East and Afghanistan.[54]
- Democracy: Democracy does not function on autopilot. HBF believes that political parties and a critical media are essential elements in a constant effort to defend and sustain our civil liberties and democratic rights. Fostering political participation and empowering civil society engagement are central tenets of green politics at home and abroad. HBF North America's Democracy Program supports progressive and democratic voices worldwide in their aspiration for more democratic participation.[55]
- Economic Governance & G20: The Economic Governance program focuses on democratizing governance structures to ensure that international financial institutions and bodies, such as the G20, are representative and accountable. The Program works to democratize policy-making in the areas of finance, economics, and trade to ensure that the financial system serves "real economies" in environmentally-sustainable ways that respect the rights of poor and vulnerable groups and women. HBF supports the engagement of citizen's groups in developing countries, including through the encouragement of public education and capacity-building.[56]
- Gender: Gender democracy, a concept that addresses the structural and societal causes of the inequality between sexes, is an overarching and cross-cutting theme for all activities of the Heinrich Böll Foundation. All programmatic work integrates considerations of gender equality. HBF continuously promotes this broader understanding of gender equality by striving to inject gender awareness and perspectives in international political processes and institutions.[57]
- The Meat Atlas is an annual report on meat consumption and the meat industry published in cooperation with BUND, Friends of the Earth and Le Monde diplomatique.[58]
See also[edit]
- Konrad Adenauer Foundation (CDU)
- Friedrich Ebert Foundation (SPD)
- Friedrich Naumann Foundation für die Freiheit (FDP)
- Hanns Seidel Foundation (CSU)
- Rosa Luxemburg Foundation (Die Linke).
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PA. CRIMES CODE § 5503. Disorderly conduct. (a) Offense defined.--A person is guilty of disorderly conduct if, with intent to cause public inconvenience, annoyance or alarm, or recklessly creating a risk thereof, he: (1) engages in fighting or threatening, or in violent or tumultuous behavior; (2) makes unreasonable noise; (3) uses obscene language, or makes an obscene gesture; or (4) creates a hazardous or physically offensive condition by any act which serves no legitimate purpose of the actor.
Take a close look at #3, van2028.
Vigilant, I normally respect your point of view and comments, however your entire post proves that when you assume, you get things wrong. Ex. "it was stated that it was heard - possible from a reliable source, but not the victim herself."- Vigilant In law that's called heresay. You can't testify in court to heresay. You other comment " That's a lot of money for someone (assuming at that age)"- Vigilant Your entire post is one sided and full of assumptions. When you say " And why was it returned so quickly after it was reported "missing"? No, the money wasn't "missing", it just wasn't returned in a timely manner."- Vigilant Are you arguing your own point with your self? When police secure an item that was involved in a crime it's called evidence. In order to have the evidence admissible in court, the police must show purity, of such evidence. This is called chain of evidence. When due process of the case was completed the evidence may be returned to the proper owners, but not until then. I hope that this comment made sense for you? If it didn't go to your local Police Academy obtain your act 120, for higher education. Have a nice day!
Vigilant, I normally respect your point of view and comments, however your entire post proves that when you assume, you get things wrong. Ex. "it was stated that it was heard - possible from a reliable source, but not the victim herself."- Vigilant In law that's called heresay. You can't testify in court to heresay. You other comment " That's a lot of money for someone (assuming at that age)"- Vigilant Your entire post is one sided and full of assumptions. When you say " And why was it returned so quickly after it was reported "missing"? No, the money wasn't "missing", it just wasn't returned in a timely manner."- Vigilant Are you arguing your own point with your self? When police secure an item that was involved in a crime it's called evidence. In order to have the evidence admissible in court, the police must show purity, of such evidence. This is called chain of evidence. When due process of the case was completed the evidence may be returned to the proper owners, but not until then. I hope that this comment made sense for you? If it didn't go to your local Police Academy obtain your act 120, for higher education. Have a nice day!
Dutch8 "Lawman, if you're a cop, you're an embarrassment. Your sentence structure and grammar indicate a complete waste of educational funding. The more words you put out, the worse it gets. I've heard stories of illiterate cops in the rural South who hold a gun on you while you write your own traffic citation. This is not the rural South. Although the mayor, cops, and entire story has a Mayberry-type ring to it." - Dutch8 you are a prime example of why people on welfare should be drug tested. You read the entire post but failed to see the obvious point. First please put down the ACT-64. Second you just proved you are a person of whom relays on solely that of rumors and not facts. This is based on what you claimed you've heard about Police Officers from the south. Third much of the post is copied and pasted from the Mayor of Nazareth's statements. So I understand what you are referring to about embarrassment. I simply dissected the Mayor's statement, line by line. Fourth I could tell by your writing style that the prison educational program is a success. Fifth based on your post, you have insured everyone that you are either a person who has had several encounters with the law enforcement, or are a person who has a issue with authority. Either way your entire post is irrelevant, to the fact. However if you are pleased with your "rumor-ville lifestyle" then god bless you. So now you can see when a person is using a computer and not a cell phone to post a comment, it does seem more of an educated response. You can also see that I can count, and spell. So again I apologize for the previous misspelled words, and improper use of grammar, of the English language. Remember you only have two years of unemployment, the extension is only good for a few months. Perhaps you could acquiesce to my request and post relevant comments, to this post or at least some facts. Have a nice day.
Now, I did not forget about you allwhour4. You must be the woman whom we assisted a few year back, on Nazareth day. The woman who was under the influence of alcoholic beverages, and lost your false teeth in the roadway. It's good to see that you are doing well.
Sorry it should be, "anyone would, if your god given 1st amendment rights where taken away from you right?".
I apologize for the misspelling the words.
O Come on lehighvalleycowboyfan you can do better then that. Your above insults are you not? I thought you had all the facts? Your a big Mayor Fan. You can imagine the feeling anyone wood if your god given 1st amendment rights where taken away from you right?
THE FACTS VS. THE OPINIONS Opinion's
"On Monday at the Nazareth Borough Council police committee meeting, TV was the topic consuming much of the discussion."- Unfortunately True!
"On the surface it may seem to be a ridiculous waste of time to be discussing a TV in any police department, much less a department facing much more important issues." - Opinion however True!
"It is said there are two sides to every story. In this case there are three. On one hand most police departments have access to television. This is a fact which cannot be disputed. Nazareth police Chief Thomas Trachta provided a list of reasons for having a television in the police department. Each of his reasons would seem valid on the surface." - Semi True! There are three sides to every story A, B, and The Truth! Also TRUE that currently, most Police Departments in the area, have TV's except for Nazareth Borough Police Department.
On the other hand, there have been allegations of abuse and a general expectation that officers should be on the street, not watching television, while on duty.- Opinion the key word is ALLEGATIONS. NOT facts. I could tell you that when an Officer has an arrest, the average arrest time to process the arrested is between Thirty minutes to Six hours. That mean when you have a person inside holding cell you must remain with that person until they are released, or you are finished preparing your Affidavit of Probable cause. Depending on the time you go through the witness statements, to determine the proper charges of the crime to file, which is based on the actions of the arrested. You also have to physically check on the arrested every fifteen minutes, to make sure he is not causing harm to himself, or attempting to try an escape. When you have secured all the evidence inside a temporary holding location, so that your chain of evidence can be as pure as possible when it comes time to present the evidence in a court of law. Then after you transport the arrested from Nazareth Borough Police Department to Northampton County Prison located in Easton, Pa. You have to make contact with the on call Judge, who has to advise the arrested of the crimes that he is being accused of. Of course only after he has his photo taken and his finger prints live scanned onto a computer. Then providing you where able to be the first in line, and not the sixth or seventh police officer waiting for the same process. After you arraign the arrested, a second proceeding is established, which is setting Bail. After Bail is set you either then walk the Prisoner over to the intake area, which again he is then searched by Northampton County Prison Guards, for weapons or drugs. Again you hope you are the first Police Officer and not the seventh. Lets not forget all those emergency PFAs and Search Warrants Officers and Victims there are, that might also be in front of you in line. So If the arrested is told he has bail, but can go back home, for now the Officer now must transport the arrested from NCP to Offender's residence. Remember there is a law called the Davin port rule, which states when an arrest is made the Officer has only Six hours to arraign the arrested in front of the Judge. Or is bail is set and the arrested is to remain at NCP the officer may return to Nazareth Borough to resume Patrol. But wait.....you better not for get to process the evidence. Yes the good old BAG and TAG. This process takes between thirty minutes and several hours depending on the amount of evidence collected. Of course the evidence has to be placed in proper evidence bags then sealed, that hand written tagged, then documented in the computer. However if the evidence has to be sent to Bethlehem State Police Barracks you must fill out additional paper work. If the item is of drug type, you must test the item with a NIK kit. them document the results with a camera and place the results in the computer. However you need to be sure so you still must send the item out for further testing. So you secured the item in the Temp Draw. then you must respond to all the dispatched calls that have been coming in since you all the only officer on and unless PSP is able to respond you have to respond. So when you finally get to the location, that caller begins to yell at you because you took forever to arrive on scene. As you do every time you apologize but you where tied up on other calls. So after the caller if finished giving you a good tongue lashing you are finally able to attempt to take down the information and facts. You then continue this process until all the calls are caught up, and return to the Police Station to begin writing the reports on the computer. After you are finished with this task you go back onto patrol, at this time all those people driving back and fourth to see how many police vehicles are at the station are asleep in their beds as you are searching through the dark looking for those who prey of the the people that you sworn to protect at all cost. Even the ones who hate you. Some people might not understand why other police officers respond to the Nazareth Borough Police Department. It's called exchange of information. If we are working on a drug house and events are taking place in the Borough and other municipalities we need to meet together and go over the design of the house, exit points, entry points, dangers, risks, and approximately all know knowledge about the people who are committing those crimes.
"These are all valid arguments. However, the third side voiced during the meeting was one which has been overshadowed by the more obvious points." - Opinion
"The placement and presence of a television in the Nazareth Borough Police Department in and of itself is not at issue. It merely represents and by the nature of the discussion masks the real issue." -Opinion The TV was brought in as a small attempt by PART-TIME Police Officers to bring what little pride was let. A small group of off duty Part-Time Police Officers came into the police station. While a Off-Duty Full-Time Police Officer was at the Station reviewing for a up coming court case. Regardless of the statue of those Officers being Full-time or Part-time, they took upon themselves to clean-up the very same Police Department that some of the Nazareth Borough Police Council was attempting to disband. Officers moved file cabinets in a more uniformed and usable location. Officers moved desks in a more space saving position. Officer installed, flash light chargers at every desk, Flash light chargers that where purchased before those Officers where hired by the Nazareth Police Department, and removed sealed in the same box they where purchased in several years earlier. Officers found a much needed desk in the garbage, which was cleaned and repaired, as so officers did not have to share a desk. Officers purchased WD-40 and oiled all the doors inside the station and repaired a faulty door handle. Officers all felt that by spending time repairing and installing much needed equipment that would better services the people of Nazareth was a good thing. We never meant to dis-honor anyone. Since at that time is was not a requirement to approach or ask for free items that would help the department, we did not ask. As it had been in past practice. Officer observed that a TV that was always in working order, had failed to work. So a Part-time Officer donated a Used but not abused TV set. The same size as the current TV, that the Borough had working the the Department earlier. Officers discovered that the reason the TV did not work anymore was because the cable had been switch to all digital. As an officer contact a off-duty RCN cable employee who is a current Vol. Fire Fighter, and who was also not in the capacity or in the performance as a Fire Fighter (ex. responding to a fire, accident, or an emergency at that time.) What the People of Nazareth have not been told is that RCN provides free service to all FIRE, EMS, AND POLICE STATIONS. The key word again being FREE. What the People of Nazareth also have not been told is that when NBPD moved into the new building, a representative signed and allowed RCN to enter and install/ provide FREE BASIC LIMITED cable. Which I assume if one where to make Contact with RCN they might be able to ask the NAME of the signature of Authorization. What the people of Nazareth also have not been told is that a former RCN employee was assigned to go around to all the POLICE, FIRE, AND EMS stations to install a FREE cable box, to the TV as to not interrupt the process from cable to Digital Cable. However that former RCN employee was fired because he was caught stealing the boxes and selling them.
"At least two borough officials were ignored when attempting to gain an explanation providing the who, how and why there was a television placed in the department squad room. After failing to respond in a forthright manner, Trachta was ordered to have the TV removed and provide a written explanation for the presence of the TV. The fact that the TV still remains in the department, albeit disconnected from an unauthorized cable box, begs the question: How can this be tolerated?" SOME FACTS and SOME Opinion. Chief Tracta could not explain the presence of the current TV because the TV was purchased in the 1980s as he was employed at that time with the NYPD. As for the second TV Chief Trachta had no idea where the TV came from as it was brought in at night, after the Part-Time Officer got off of his Full-Time Job. The removal of the TV and the question of the TV is based on the fact where some of the council, wishes to continue to Harass and create a hostile work environment for the Police Department, because the three remaining FULL-TIME POLICE OFFICERS REFUSED to enter into illegal contractual agreement, that would have caused OFFICERS both FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME, job losses and would not have guaranteed that a POLICE OFFICER BE inside the Borough of Nazareth 24/7. The fact the the FULL-TIME POLICE OFFICERS ALSO LOOKED AT IS THAT IT WOULD COST THE BOROUGH OVER A MILLION DOLLARS TO HAVE TWO FULL TIME POLICE OFFICERS FROM CRPD 24/7 IN THE BOROUGH OF NAZARETH. If the Borough wishes to have 24/7 with two FULL-TIME POLICE OFFICERS on they need only at 16 hours to the two 32 hour PART-TIME officer's shifts. Now they would also have to test, and provide those officers with slightly more pay and insurance. That being said it is still cheaper then paying over A MILLION dollars for the same trained officers. Now while I'm on the same subject of cost of having a FULL-TIME POLICE OFFICER what the people of Nazareth have been told is that we are $100,000.00 dollar a year employees.????? Please tell me where the rest of the money is? There response is....it's because of the insurance we have to pay for workman comp. claims.......If you have more Police out in the Street instead on one or none Officer would not be assaulted as much. ALSO the Last FULL-TIME OFFICER who was injured or who is still out, because of his actions which saved the life of a suicidal male, requested that that male pay the Borough of Nazareth Nazareth and the Insurance group full restitution of all costs, involved with the officer's pay and operation to repair the damage, caused by the suicidal male. The court agreed. WHY IS THIS NOT TOLD TO THE PEOPLE?
"Civilian authority and oversight of a military or paramilitary organization is paramount to the safety, security and freedom we all enjoy. In the small quintessential borough of Nazareth, our right to have authority over a paramilitary organization has been stripped. This has nothing to do with a TV. It has to do with an attitude of arrogance and failure to follow simple and precise direction as well as subordinate actions. Simply said, the police officers do not see themselves as employees of Nazareth but rather as employees of an association and union which contracts with the borough for police services."- Opion We see ourselves as EMPLOYEES OF THE PEOPLE OF NAZARETH not a small hand full of People who were in trusted in providing NON-bias dicions, and multiple attempts to commit illegal actively at the expense of the People of Nazareth, who BOTH THE POLICE AND THE COUNCIL SWORN AND OATH TO SERVE. The Council is the Legislative Branch of the Government. The Police are the Judaical branch. NOT ONE SIDE IS TO BE IN CHARGE OF THE OTHER, BUT TO HELP GUIDE EACH OTHER. ONE HAND WASHES THE OTHER. The council makes the ordnance's and we the Police enforce it. Again this officer's opinion is that because the council has been denied the ability to perform illegal activity, some of council has decided to retaliate against the police by changing or creating ordnance's to suit themselves not the people. For instance last last, with the noise complaint emitting from a locate business. Several Citizen from Nazareth Northampton County 911-center to report a compliant. The police responded and took action. Because the owner of that business provides free coffee and perhaps friendship with some, of the council, they decided to change the ordnance to allow loud noise at night, while people with children and babes are crying in the house. So those people call the police again. THE POLICE respond and take action, on the state level, which provided a peaceful place for the people of Nazareth. Some Council become angry with the police because they thought of the people first and not the free cup of coffee / or friends.
"It also displays protectionism of its own members and is manipulative in the way it operates." Opion- The police just follow the law per ACT 111 and the contractual agreement between the Police and the Borough of Nazareth.
"The Nazareth Borough Police Association has ignored multiple attempts to communicate with borough officials. It has filed numerous grievances which are forced on the borough." Opion again as stated before The Police will not and can not engage in illegal activity, that being enter illegal contractual negations. Especially if it is the cost of the People's protection.
" These actions have fostered a clearly adversarial and uncooperative relationship within the borough. The sad fact is three members of this association have come to hold the borough virtually powerless to move forward with any attempt to improve service and reduce operational expenses." - Opion The association is not denying the replacement of the three open FULL-TIME POLICE positions. That would be the council. The same officer are not holding back additional 16 hours that would provide 24/7 with 2 full-time officers. That would be the council. The same Police did not stop the purchase of much need Police vehicles. That would be the Council. The same police did not hire Chief Sinclair at $80,000.00 dollars and provide him with a brand new police cruiser, to travel five days a week to Nazareth from Philly and back. That would be the council. The same Police did not hire a Part-time CPL. at $45,000.00 to assist Chief Sinclair. By the way that same year the cost of a newly hired Full-Police Officer was $39,000.00 dollars. The same Police officer did not re-hire Chief Sinclair the next year at $87,000.00 PLUS give him back the patrol car to travel back and fourth, as he did before. PLUS pay for his FUEL. That would be the council. The same police officers did not refuse to test for the SGT exam, to retaliate against the Police officers. That would be the Council. The same police did not change 12 hours to 8 hours, and lose at a court hearing, and orders to charge the shift back to 12 hours. The would be the Council. The same police officers did not remove shift differential in retaliation against the Police Officers winning their 12 hours shifts back. That would be the Council. The same Police did not spend $308,000.00 dollars to The borough attorney, in legal fees, which ended in 99% loses in court. That would be the council. The same Police Officers did not decide to take the money from people to create an eligibility list for civil service, and then purposely not budget, for the replacement of three much needed Full-time Police Officers, in retaliation because the same Police Officers would not perform illegal activity. That would be the Council. The same Police Officers did not allow a $4,000.00 dollar raise for the Borough Council Secretary/ Treasurer. WHO also Owns and runs his own Business within the Borough of Nazareth, who also has a deal with the Borough in the allowance of the Nazareth Borough Road Crew to purchase work boots through his store. That would be the council. The Police Officers do not force Nazareth EMS to purchase solely through the Council Secrity/ Trusuer's Business located inside the Borough. That would be members of the EMS council, who are on the Nazareth Borough Council. The same Police Officers have not changed the schedule again. That would be the Mayor with Council's approval.
"At a time when all of us are tightening our belts and reducing our personal costs of living, this association continues to trample the rights and pocketbooks of the residents of Nazareth." -Opinion. WHERE ARE THE REAL BOOKS? SHOW THE FACTS!
"The office of mayor is an office which can take on many roles in a borough. However, first and foremost it has the responsibility of oversight of the police department. When after multiple attacks on that authority a mayor takes action, criticism is bound to follow. When an individual takes an oath of office, he has a choice to make. He can either settle for the status quo or he can challenge and make an effort to change the wrongs he sees." -Opinion The Mayor does have limits. The Mayor has not gone through the Police Academy / ACT 120. The Mayor is restrict to laws and can not bend them as see fit.
"This mayor sees change is needed. The small-town police department is a relic of the past. It is unsafe, unfair to the officers for lack of an opportunity to advance their career and lacks the resources to combat the onslaught of criminal activity being perpetrated on a small town." -Opinion The police encourage to test that current assist, however council will not allow it. Nor will some council allow the hiring of the three full-time Police officers. The council will not allow for more police vehicles. The Borough Secrity/ Treasurer stated to the news paper a few years ago that the Police Department was the sole cause of the raised taxes? SAD The Police Department has not been up to full staffing in almost 4 years. LIES will not get you fare, but the truth will.
"The TV is just a symbol of a much deeper and flawed system of providing police service to a borough. The state encourages the merging and joining of municipalities into regional departments in speech. But when it comes to assisting small towns in divesting themselves with and battling the juggernaut of the Fraternal Order of Police union and the associations it represents, the small town is generally relegated to the position of being David in a battle with Goliath." - Opinion. Based on the above facts who is the real David and who is the real Goliath? The FOP assists in the insurance that some of council such as Nazareth Borough, can not go above it's personal feelings, and hatred of it's guardians, because they did not get their illegal pursuit in that attack on those who are willing to sacrifice themselves to preserve life.
"This battle goes on all over this state. I challenge state officials to do more than speak about encouraging regional police forces and join with small towns in breaking these chains which bind us to and pit us against such huge and wealthy behemoths. Join us in battling the extortionist practices." -Opinion You now wish to talk about chains, but Monday it was about cracking the WIPE. Sorry but Slavery was discovered to be cruel and un-human in the 1800's welcome to the 2000's. The NBPD can only guarantee that ANY unauthorized personnel interferes or hinders and investigation or place themselves or others in a dangerous situation those person or persons WILL BE ARRESTED, AND YOU WILL BE PROSECUTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PA CRIMES CODE.
"Fred Daugherty Jr. is mayor of Nazareth."-fACT
What is truly said here is that we are talking about ANTI-UNION busting, and abuse of political power in an effort to "get back at those officers, who some council has believed to have done them wrong in the past." I can only say that those officers who council believes have done them wrong in the past are no longer employed by the people of Nazareth. Should the son have to pay for the sins of the Father?
I will end this comment with this.
I'm Just Like You
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I have been where you fear to be;
I have seen what you fear to see;
I have done what you fear to do;
All these things I have done for you.
I am the one you lean upon,
The one you cast your scorn upon,
The one you bring your troubles to,
All these things I have been for you.
The one you ask to stand apart,
The one you feel should have no heart,
The one you call the "man in blue";
But I am a person, just like you.
And through the years,
I have come to see
That I am not what you ask of me.
So take this badge, take this gun;
Will you take it? - Will anyone?
And when you watch a person die
And hear a battered baby cry,
Then do you think that you can be
All these things you ask of me?
I JUST DON'T UNDERSTAND, OUR PA LAW MAKERS, THAT HAVE AN ACT THAT WOULD SOLVE THE SITUATION, THEY JUST KEEP ON PUSHING TO THE SIDE. THE ACT IS KNOW AS ACT 1500, OR HOUSE BILL 1500 COPY THE ADDRESS AND GO TO http://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/billinfo.cfm?syear=2009&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=1500. ENJOY! STAY SAFE.
Police and Firemen Collective Bargaining (Act 111)
Have a Nice Day!
I guess if you weren't there one would believe, it happened as you said Mr. Peters. If one was there they might have observed that when police first arrived, they made contact with, Mr. Seigfried's mother, who was, very frightened, and shaking. One might have seen the fear in her eyes and the stress in her voice, as she attempted to describe the threats of violence made towards her by her son Mr. Seigfried. If one was there to see, the solo Police Officer enter the house unaware, what mental capacity Mr. Seigfried was in, or what type of drugs Mr. Seigfried had taken, in an effort to perform an intervention, and stop Mr. Seigfried from harm to others or harm to self. If one was there, they would have seen, Mr. Seigfried's being under the influence, of Alcoholic Beverages, and illegal Drugs, as Mr. Seigfried proudly boasted. One would see how Mr. Seigfried be came very violent, when officers attempted, to take Mr. Seigfried to Easton Hospital for mental health treatment. One would have surely observed Mr. Seigfried's spit in the face and eyes of the Nazareth female EMT, who was attempting to hold the door for Mr. Seigfried, as Nazareth Borough Police were attempting to assist, Mr. Seigfried into the ambulance. One would have surely observed Mr. Seigfried, then spit at officers. If one was there, one would have observed Mr. Seigfried's scream threats of violence towards his mother, and sister who arrived, as police where walking Mr. Seigfried, out the front door of his home. One would have observed Nazareth Borough Police using minimum amount of force possible, and or necessary, to stop Mr. Seigfried's violent behavior. If one was present at that location, one would have observed Mr. Seigfried kicking, elbow striking, and making detailed threats of violence, towards Officer's necks. Yes Mr. Peterson if you were there you would have seen, what went on.
Only thing......Mr. Peterson. I don't recall you being there. I don't even recall you being at Easton Hospital, where prior, to filing any charges on Mr. Seigfried, he was still taken to Easton Hospital, for Mental Health treatment.
I remember Sir, because I was there, that night, because I am Nazareth Borough Police Officer Stephen E. Schleig #5027. I remember the all stated above. I remember Mrs. Seigfried crying in the Easton Hospital' ER+ waiting room, because she felt bad, because of her son's actions. I remember giving Mrs. Seigfried, a hug and telling he not to feel bad, because, nothing she did was wrong. I remember telling Mrs. Seigfried, that I knew the dangers of this job before I signed, on. I remember telling Mrs. Seigfried, that I sworn an oath, to defend those who could not defend themselves or others. Even if it was the cost of of own life. That was in my head as I was alone, entering Mrs. Seigfried's home attempting to stop Mr. Seigfried from harming, or treating any one else including himself.
I remember the X-rays, the MRIs, and weeks of physical therapy, with only one goal in mind, to hug my wife with two good sets of arms, without pain. I'm going to remember the surgery, and the ongoing physical therapy, to follow. The second thing that is one my mind, Mr. Peterson is to get back to work, where I belong, and am needed.
Mr. Peterson I ask you Sir, can you tell me who the real victims are? It's NOT Mr. Seigfried.- He willing consumed, and injected. It's Not me.- I chose this job, or one could say God chose it for me. The real victims, are Mrs. Seigfried, Mr. Seigfried's sister, and the everyday Citizens of Nazareth Borough.
I'm just glad I could clear the air for everyone, as I WAS THERE.
Thank you!
Stephen E. Schleig #5027


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2012 Harley-Davidson XL883N Iron 883 Specs and Price - The smooth ride suspension, cruise postion comfortable and easy handling for endless miles.
2012 Harley-Davidson XL883N Iron 883
Reflecting the style of riders who want to ride quality without the hassles, the blacked-out, back-alley champion is "anti-chrome" Harley models. Iron 883 is for those who want their first taste of that lifestyle up-hard-and-put-up-wet. This is for those who want to rip the asphalt and the backroads instead of polishing the paint and chrome. With a straight cut, shorty dual mufflers, slamming, drag-style handlebar, front fork gaiters, chopped rear fender and solo seat, the Iron 883 is a raw, stripped-down, aggressive bike that gives the rider experience, rises an authentic retreat. And with a very aggressive, it makes a perfect gateway into the dark world of custom motorcycles. Iron 883 ™ encourages minimal Dark Custom styling to the edge of the V-Twin beat and gritty, old-school garage features.
And black cast aluminum wheel that shoots the Iron 883 motorcycle into the modern rebel culture and keep the fire burning with a lot of rebel freedom for customization. Low rise, slamming a black drag-style handlebar and control over black hands add to the look, stripped down minimal Iron 883 motorcycle. Born on the drag strip, drag-style handlebars are old school garage features that put you in position, riding forward aggressively.
As one of the defining features of the Harley-Davidson Sportster models for several decades, the classic 3.3 gallon fuel tank tapered nut still holds strong today with the traditional style and modern attitude. Follow the line bike from front to back, the corners of the tank fell right into the peanut Sportster solo seat. Attitude and look all balled into one. Up to two times thicker than the competition, custom quality paint comes standard on all Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Clearcoat layering up to five miles deep. Larger metal flakes. Unique effects. Skimping just not in our vocabulary.
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Aluminum cylinder heads and lighten the load of the bike and improve the efficiency of air conditioning. Electronic fuel injection to say goodbye to the carburetor and offer improved reliability and less maintenance routine. The bottom line: the rubber-mounted Evolution engine running strong and smooth ride for thousands of miles so you can worry about taking the freedom of the open road.
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Hand controls on Harley-Davidson motorcycle is very intuitive. Turn signals are self-canceling and, based on the speed and angle of the motorcycle, they know how long to stay on. Control involves quickly become second nature so you can focus less on your signal and more lethal on a trip filled with freedom. Factory installed generation hands-free fob features a security system that automatically arm and disarm the vehicle electronic security functions as you approach and leave the bike. Ring attached to the ignition key fob and let it do all the work. It's this attention to detail and safety that make Harley-Davidson motorcycles are unique. Combination of front and rear suspension lowered together with the solo, just a low narrow 25.7-inch seat height provides comfort and confidence for riders of all sizes and experience. Responsive trip to shuffle through the town or busting out to the interstate.Tuned to drive.
The design of deep-cut tread exclusive improve grip and water evacuation capability. Grip performance and durability is also enhanced by the tire rubber compound, which uses the latest generation of Michelin synthetic polymers. Under the rear rubber, aramid belts are used to stabilize your trip, which helped inspire confidence in handling. Allow your boots fall where they may, naturally with a mid-mounted controls and rider foot pegs on the Iron 883 model. An easily accessible and tight rider triangle is confidence-inspiring for new riders eager to set off on their journey and riders whose feet run a little shorter than the others.
2012 Harley-Davidson XL883N Iron 8832012 Harley-Davidson XL883N Iron 883
Length 85.8 in. (2179 mm)
Overall Width 32.3 in. (821 mm)
Overall Height 43.6 in. (1107 mm)
Seat Height:
- Laden2 25.7 in. (653 mm)
- Unladen 26.9 in. (683 mm)
Ground Clearance 3.9 in. (99 mm)
Rake (steering head) 30.5°
Fork Angle 30.5°
Trail 4.6 in. (117 mm)
Wheelbase 59.8 in. (1519 mm)
Tires (Michelin® Scorcher® "31" front and rear):
- Front – Scorcher® "31" 100/90B19 57H
- Rear – Scorcher® "31" 150/80B16 77H
Fuel Capacity 3.3 gal. (12.5 L) (warning light at approximately 0.8 gal.)
Oil Capacity (w/filter) 2.8 qts. (2.6 L)
Transmission Capacity 1.0 qt. (.95 L)
- As Shipped 548 lbs. (248.6 kg)
- In Running Order 565 lbs. (256.3 kg)
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1000 lbs. (453.6 kg)
- Gross Axle Weight Rating
- Front 335 lbs. (152.0 kg)
- Rear 665 lbs. (301.6 kg)
Engine Air-cooled, Evolution®
Valves Pushrod-operated, overhead valves with hydraulic, self-adjusting lifters; two-valves per cylinder
Bore x Stroke 3 in. x 3.812 in. (76.2 mm x 96.8 mm)
Displacement 53.9 cu. in. (883 cc)
Compression Ratio 8.9:1
Fuel System3 Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)
Air Cleaner Paper cartridge type
Lubrication System Dry-sump
Primary Drive Chain, 57/34 ratio
Final Drive Belt, 68/29 ratio
Clutch Multi-plate, wet
Transmission 5-speed
Gear Ratios (overall): U.S.
- 1st 10.407
- 2nd 7.436
- 3rd 5.53
- 4th 4.583
- 5th 3.93
Frame Mild steel, tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctions
Swingarm Mild steel, rectangular tube section, stamped junctions; MIG welded
Front Forks 39 mm
Rear Shocks Coil-over; preload dual-adjustable
Wheels4: Black 13-Spoke Cast Aluminum
- Front 19 in. x 2.15 in. (482.6 mm x 54.61 mm)
- Rear 16 in. x 3 in. (406.4 mm x 76.2 mm)
- Caliper Type Dual-piston front, single-piston rear
- Rotor Type (diameter x width): Patented, uniform expansion rotors
- Front 11.5 in. x .2 in. (292.1 mm x 5.1 mm)
- Rear 10.24 in. x .28 in. (260.1 mm x 7.1 mm)
Suspension Travel:
- Front Wheel 3.62 in. (92 mm)
- Rear Wheel 1.63 in. (41 mm)
Engine Torque5 (per J1349):
- North America 55 ft. lbs. @ 3500 RPM (75 Nm @ 3500 RPM)
Lean Angle (per J1168):
- Right 29°
- Left 30°
Fuel Economy6
(EPA urban/highway test) 51 mpg (4.6 L/100 km)
Battery (per Battery Council International Rating)
Sealed lead acid, maintenance-free, 12V, 12 amp/hour, 200 cca
Charging Single-phase, 30-amp system (375W @ 13.5V, 2000 rpm, 405W max power @ 13.5V)
Starting 1.2 kW electric with solenoid shift starter motor engagement
Lights (as per country regulation):
- Headlamp (quartz halogen) 55-watt low beam, 60-watt high beam
- Turn Signal Lights 28W self-canceling
- Rear Tail/Stop/Turn Signal Lights 8W/28W per lamp
- Indicator Lamps: High beam, neutral, low oil pressure, turn signals, engine diagnostics, low fuel warning, low battery, security system7 (optional)
Warranty8 24 months (unlimited mileage)
Service Interval9 First 1000 miles (1600 km), every 5000 miles (8000 km) thereafter
1 Vehicles depicted may differ from vehicles manufactured and delivered. Specifications and prices listed may differ from specifications and prices of vehicles manufactured and delivered. All product descriptions (including depictions, specifications, dimensions, measurements, ratings and competitive comparisons) are based on available information at the time of publication. Although such descriptions are believed correct, errors and changes can occur and complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Harley-Davidson may make changes at any time to prices and specifications, and may change or discontinue models, without notice and without incurring any obligation.
Attention: Vehicles in the configurations shown and many of the accessories described in this catalog may not be available for sale or use in some locations. Please check with your dealer for complete product details and the latest information. All models feature 6-speed transmission (V-Rod® models and Sportster® models are 5-speed) and carbon fiber belt final drive; multi-plate clutch with diaphragm spring in oil bath; and 2-year unlimited mileage warranty.
2 Measurement reflects 180 lb. (81.7 kg) operator weight.
3 Recommended 91 octane or higher fuel (R+M)/2.
4 Standard and optional wheels may vary by country and region.
5 Values shown are nominal. Performance may vary by country and region.
6 The combined fuel economy numbers were derived using a combination of estimated city and highway values. Fuel economy estimates are derived from US EPA exhaust emission certification data on a sample motorcycle from the corresponding family under ideal laboratory conditions. Your actual fuel economy will vary depending on your personal riding habits, road and driving conditions, vehicle condition and maintenance, tire pressure, vehicle configuration (parts and accessories), and vehicle loading (cargo, rider and passenger weight). Break-in mileage may vary.
7 North America security system includes immobilizer; outside North America the security system includes immobilizer and siren.
8 See motorcycle owner's manual for complete details.
9 Inspections of certain systems and components are required at 2500 mile (4000 km) intervals. See Owner's Manual for full details.
Price: $7,999 USD
2012 Harley-Davidson XL883N Iron 883


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