<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Hill City Warriors]]></title><description><![CDATA[A free-use nonprofit motorcycle shop in Madison Heights, VA, dedicated to supporting Veterans, First Responders and the local community.]]></description><link>https://www.hillcitywarriors.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:52:54 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.hillcitywarriors.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[From Stock Bars to Sky High: Vaughn's Fat Bob Gets a New Look]]></title><description><![CDATA[We had a new visitor roll into Hill City Warriors, and Vaughn brought along his 2013 Harley-Davidson Fat Bob for a little handlebar transformation.]]></description><link>https://www.hillcitywarriors.com/post/from-stock-bars-to-sky-high-vaughn-s-fat-bob-gets-a-new-look</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a99f8dc950c73fdcf780e50</guid><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:49:55 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/752a87_61b98d6fa42d442987db9dec2fa23a3e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tony DeHaven</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Return of Tim and the Triumph]]></title><description><![CDATA[What looked like a straightforward headlight swap turned into a lesson in patience, creativity, and the fine art of asking, “Who designed this thing?” ]]></description><link>https://www.hillcitywarriors.com/post/the-return-of-tim-and-the-triumph</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a99f7d4e12fa7bad8b44d2e</guid><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:46:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/752a87_fe2f7657417b4d269f818a086f59fe18~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_919,h_690,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tony DeHaven</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Long-Lost Rider Finally Came Around]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every once in a while, somebody rolls into Hill City Warriors and brings more than just a motorcycle with them. They bring a whole truckload of memories.]]></description><link>https://www.hillcitywarriors.com/post/hello-countycompass-com-1</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a99f57ccdf183e02306fc2f</guid><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:35:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/752a87_3ded9e1b9569410482cd0d718bd57679~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_914,h_630,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tony DeHaven</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sharpening the Axe ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Not every day at Hill City Warriors is packed with motorcycles rolling through the door, and that's okay. The slower days are when we sharpen the axe.]]></description><link>https://www.hillcitywarriors.com/post/sharpening-the-axe</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a99f47d3f51da93f341a5e1</guid><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:32:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/752a87_314169cba074482abf1723c11d4ca30f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tony DeHaven</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Another Bike In The Shop, Another Story To Tell ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recently, we had a 2005 Triumph America roll into the shop needing some attention. The first order of business was replacing the brake pads and making sure everything was in good working order.

But the Triumph had another little surprise waiting for us.]]></description><link>https://www.hillcitywarriors.com/post/another-bike-int-the-shop-another-story-to-tell</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a99f3d240b25387a6f09a30</guid><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:27:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/752a87_f82e5bf3b33343b4af554ef9a2ee2a39~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tony DeHaven</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A New Friend, an Old Harley, and a Whole Lot of Good Conversation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every now and then, someone rolls through the doors of Hill City Warriors looking for a little help with their motorcycle and ends up leaving as something more than just a customer. They become part of the growing circle of friends that makes this place what it is.]]></description><link>https://www.hillcitywarriors.com/post/a-new-friend-an-old-harley</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a99f2a9cdf183e02306f610</guid><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:25:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/752a87_16534b4a3d324810919d6933edacf84f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tony DeHaven</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best Touring Upgrades for Harley-Davidson Cruiser Riders]]></title><description><![CDATA[Open highways, long curves, and the low rumble of a V-twin beneath the saddle. For Harley-Davidson cruiser riders, few things on this earth come close to that feeling. But there is a catch that every long-distance rider runs into sooner or later. Stock cruisers are built for style and short city runs, not back-to-back days on the highway. After a few hours, the hard seat digs in, the wind blast hammers the chest, the arms and wrists start to ache, and the lack of real storage turns that...]]></description><link>https://www.hillcitywarriors.com/post/best-touring-upgrades-for-harley-davidson-cruiser-riders</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a99f06c950c73fdcf77f611</guid><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:18:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/752a87_a6594d4e86154a89b144d16368aaf52a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_624,h_435,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Tony DeHaven</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Viking Bags Review:30L Voyage Large Motorcycle Backpack]]></title><description><![CDATA[A reliable bag for long rides.  I recently tested the Viking Voyage 30L Voyage Large Motorcycle Backpack on a 500-mile motorcycle ride, and it exceeded my expectations. During the trip, I rode through heavy rain, and everything inside the backpack stayed completely dry.  It was easy to attach securely to my bike. Once mounted, it stayed in place throughout the ride without shifting or becoming a distraction. If you're looking for a durable motorcycle backpack that doubles as luggage for...]]></description><link>https://www.hillcitywarriors.com/post/viking-bags-review-30l-voyage-large-motorcycle-backpack</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a99ef8d950c73fdcf77f41e</guid><pubDate>Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:07:35 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Tony DeHaven</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>