American Legion Riders

Originally chartered 2010 with 14 members by the Department of Tennessee, The Post 2 Riders group has grown to over 40 members. American Legion Riders is open to any motorcycle owning member of Post 2, including Sons of the American Legion and Auxiliary members. 

The American Legion Riders meet monthly during the months of February through October, and participate in a variety of community activities, ALR members serve as escorts for the Gold Star Family Members at the Mountain Man Memorial March, stand on flag lines, providing funeral escorts alongside the Patriot Guard Riders. and more.

The Riders also participate throughout the community by raising funds and/or providing assistance to various charities. The Riders organize monthly “Fun Runs” during riding weather, camping trips and during the colder months, meet for Sunday afternoon lunch during the colder months. It’s a family friendly and service oriented group.

Riders of all experience levels and all brands of motorcycles and trikes are welcomed!

During the annual “Run for the Wall” event to spotlight POW/MIA awareness, our Riders provide lunch to over 350 motorcyclists participating in this cross-country ride to Washington D.C.
We are proud to receive support from the Tennessee Smokies baseball team, and participate in Salute to Community Heroes at TN Smokies Park.
Some members of Post 2 American Legion Riders assisted a local veteran by building this wheelchair ramp to improve the veteran’s accessibility and quality of life.
Each August, the Riders host an annual Fundraising Memorial Ride to honor the memory of all Post 2 members who have transferred to Post Everlasting.
Riders also help coordinate participants in the Veterans Day parade each November.

Membership in the ALR is open to all Post 2 Legion, SAL, and Auxiliary members who are in good standing. For more information on Post 2 riders, please contact ALR President Roy O’Neill at (865)214-2240 or EMAIL Roy and follow our Facebook page.