Annual motorcycle run hosted by the Trenton Firefighters and Police
On July 21, 2000 the Trenton Fire Department suffered a tragic loss when Firefighter Andy Ross was killed in a motorcycle accident. Wanting to keep Andy's memory alive and to help other needy people on his behalf, the idea came about to have a charity motorcycle run. With the help and support of many people, the Trenton Fire Fighter's Charities have been able to host an annual motorcycle ride ever since.
The ride begins at Elizabeth Park in Trenton, a perfect setting on the Detroit River to showcase the nearly 1000 motorcycles that show up to have a good time and support a good cause. From there, the bikes typically travel 45 miles out to the Milan Dragway for snacks and refreshments and a halfway stop. A different route is taken on the way back that takes the riders through several of the beautiful Metroparks. This was the first motorcycle ride ever allowed to go through the Parks and from the comments of the riders, they look forward to this ride each year. Arriving back at the park, the riders are treated to an excellent cookout with plenty of food, drink, and live music. Prior to the ride please join the staff and other riders at Buster's for breakfast (all proceeds donated to the ride) located at W. Jefferson & Vreeland Rd. Afterwards, the riders gather for an afterparty at Slip Mahoney's Bar/Restaurant in Riverview to reconnect and enjoy more great company and live music.