Lou Kimzey was the creator and publisher of Easyriders, the first lifestyle biker magazine on the market. He also served as CEO of Paisano Publication and was editorial director of a number of monthly magazines. Lou was a co-founder of A.B.A.T.E., which at that time was an acronym for “A Brotherhood Against Totalitarian Enactments.” Some state organizations still use the original acronym, but in most states, A.B.A.T.E. has now become known as “American Bikers Aimed Toward Education.” Lou passed away in 1997.

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