The Boat in PorT orangeBY LuLu

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I have often written about the patriotism of
bikers. Many who ride two wheels are past service men and women,
so of course having devoted part of their lives to defending our
country, they have a vested pride in our country. It seems that those
who haven’t served also hold our country at a higher place in their
hearts than those who may not ride on two wheels. Whether that is
because we come in contact with more people who are veterans in
our motorcycle lifestyle, or simply because of the miles of highway
we have covered exploring this great country…I feel true patriotism
runs a bit deeper in us. I must admit I am fearful for this country with
all the craziness happening around the world. And it isn’t anything to
blame Trump’s rhetoric on.
I don’t hate anybody…therefore it is impossible for me to understand
what drives these lunatics who commit mass murder to act. If it isn’t
total insanity, but instead pure brainwashing, wouldn’t it become
harder to find new recruits? The innocent children that fall prey to
the recruitment were someone’s loving toddler playing games and
singing…innocent. How do you go from that to being a monster?
Breeding like rats they infiltrate our society, spreading the disease of
fear and harm. I don’t know about you but this reality is getting more
real with every TV news segment. I don’t need Donald Trump to instill
fear; so Democrats quit blaming him…he didn’t do any of this. And
I don’t need Obama saying ISIS is the JV team! Some average JV
teams can beat the pants off a weak varsity. AND why can’t America
have a normal, strong, sensible, honest, intelligent male or female to
steer our country?
Because of this gun tragedy in Orlando there will be a call to ban gun
ownership. Hell it makes me want to go buy a gun, hand them out to
everyone walking into a building, which I know is also ridiculous. If
this one ISIS probate is on the friggin’ “JV team”, we need to bring in
the Pros!! As a nation we need to be as the eagle, ever vigilant with
talons exposed…prepared to protect and defend our freedom and
each other’s safety. It is our freedom, our safety, our very existence as
Americans that is being threatened. Think of this while you celebrate
the 4th.
Ride safe and Ride on…
LuLu
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The Pentagon’s Memorial for 9/11
JUNE 2016
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Sunday, September 11, 2016
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Rain or shine!
REGISTRATION: 8:30am-9:30am
Flagler Government Service Building
located at 1769 E. Moody Blvd. in Bunnell
CEREMONY: 9:30am at Flagler
Government Service Building located at
1769 E. Moody Blvd. in Bunnell
KICKSTANDS UP: 10:30am
RIDE END and SOCIAL: 12:00pm
Cost is FREE!
This is a police escorted ride.
Don’t forget to fill
your gas tanks!
Hidden Treasure Restaurant, located at
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JUNE 2016
Knucklehead’s
Benefit for
Howard Word
by
Raven Van Pelt
The benefit at Knucklehead’s Tavern
off of Highway 17 in Yulee. Started
with a poker run @ 11am, $15 per
bike & $5 per rider. The ride went
from Knuckleheads to Hammerheads
(Fernandina Beach) to Bar Z (beside
the Ferry off Heckscher Dr.) to Fast
Freddy’s on Main St. (Jax) and back to
Knuckleheads! Everyone participating
in the poker run received a free dinner
plate! Dinner plates were sold for $8
and they included BBQ Chicken and
2 sides.
Letters To
The Editor
American Legion 237 Poker Run
$7,722 Donation to Hospice
This brings their 6-year total to $40,400 contributed to
Hospice of Citrus & Nature Coast. Outstanding!
Letter From The Editor..................................................3
Knucklehead’s Benefit for Howard Word.....................6
A “Twisted” Afternoon at the Boat................................8
Nobodies Opinion.......................................................12
2016 Bubba’s Bikes for Badges.................................13
Army Veteran a Full Time Volunteer...........................14
Several bands played, there were
raffle prizes and an auction. This
event was for Howard Word, a
loving father of 4, and grandfather
to a newborn grandson. He has
been diagnosed with Stage 4 Liver
Cirrhosis and Stage 1 Bladder
Cancer. His oldest son Colby Word
(BlackJack Band), with the help of
many others, set up this benefit
May 14th from 2pm-close
in order to raise money to
cover his medical costs, travel
and lodging for out of town
doctors’ appointments and his
liver transplant. He has been
bed-ridden for over a year, and
his wife is left to take care of
him and their 5-year-old son.
He has always been active in
the community, coaching many
years of football, baseball, and
softball for kids and has always
been a hard worker. It kills him
to ask for help, but we know
everyone needs it from time to
time! ALL donations of any kind
went to him.
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International Female Ride Day at Crystal River H-D...16
Tuesday
alWays BikeR fRiendly
Central Florida International Ladies’ Ride a Success..18
2 foR 1
Tuesday
all day/all nighT
Wednesday
2 foR 1
10am-midniTe
ladies nighT
$1.50 Wells
fRee Juke Box
ThuRsday
Wednesday 9pm
Bike nighT
WiTh
deana
Route 100 • Bunnell • 386-586-0200
Sand & Sass Ladies Rally..........................................21
deana
Leesburg Bike Fest 2016...........................................24
ThuRs
Seats & Saddles..........................................................28
you name iT
you dRink iT
kaRaoke
$3.00 10am-midniTe
9 palm harbor Village Way
Barbosa plaza • 386-986-1500
a great
place to
throttle
to!
karaoke & pool tournaments every tuesday
The family would like to thank,
Wayne and Rhonda McCormick
the owners of Knuckleheads, and all
those who have donated their time
and raffle prizes, as well as, the many
bands who played for this event.
What ABATE Means to Me........................................20
kaRaoke
WiTh
u name iT u dRink iT $3
all day/all nighT
fRiday 7pm
Eustis Bike Fest 2016.................................................19
Performance Cyclez Bike Show.................................29
TNT.............................................................................30
Deputy Pat Healey “Fallen Heroes” Poker Run..........31
Biker Friendly Directory...............................................32
Skin Art.......................................................................34
Memorial Day 2016 Hit the Ground Running.............38
Bike Nights..................................................................40
bike night 2nd thursday of the month
live bands friday & saturday nights
sunday live music outside stage
poker runs welcome
Calendar of Events.....................................................42
Jokers Wild.................................................................44
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a “Twisted” Afternoon at
The Boat
in
Port Orange
by
LuLu
ThursDAY July 7
Fast Freddie’s
BIKE NIGHT
12905 N. Main St. •
Jacksonville
6-9pm
Live music / Givea
ways
$2.50 Twisted Tea
free snacks
Bring canned goo
ds
chance to win $5 for a
0 cash
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JUNE 2016
The Boat Bar in Port Orange was host to our
Thunder Roads Twisted Tea Party in May. Tony
& Dar provided make your own tacos and there
plenty to eat. The Twisted Tea sampling let to lots
of donations for the food drive as people bought Tea and
donated to the Second Harvest Food Bank in order to try
to win the $50 cash prize. By the end of the afternoon we
raised about 83 pounds of food and $227 thanks to the
generosity of the patrons and to the winner who donated
the $50 back! This is a great neighborhood bar, and a place
that has special events each month such as the free tacos.
Check out their ad in Thunder Roads Florida to see what
is happening each month! You won’t meet anyone nicer
than Tony and Dar anywhere! A special thank you also
to Twisted Tea and Bill Grotto for allowing us to do these
monthly events and help families that are struggling with
hunger. Our next Twisted Tea Party is in Jacksonville on
July 7th 6-9pm at Fast Freddie’s Bar & Grill. Join us! And in
August it will be at the Tilted Kilt on 40 in Ocala on August
6th.
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Nobodies’
Opinion
By Billy “Kneecap” Braddock
Here we are in July, celebrating the 240th birthday of this great country of ours.
240 years ago brave men fought against inconceivable odds and defeated the
most powerful Empire in the world, after which they created the greatest country
the world has ever seen. They may not have been able to imagine computers,
e-mails or cell phones but they knew about freedom. They intended that 95%
of all governance should come from local governments, with the remaining 5%
from the federal level. When they wrote the Constitution they included safeguards like the 1st, 2nd and 4th amendments. They designed a country that
would be subject to the rule of law and not the rule of man. Where life, liberty,
and property would be protected. The 1st Amendment provides for freedom of
speech. George Washington said, “If the freedom of speech is taken away, then
dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to slaughter”. The 2nd Amendment
protects the right to bear arms. Old George had something to say about that
also, “Firearms are second only to the Constitution in importance; they are the
peoples’ liberty’s teeth”. The 4th Amendment protects its citizens from unlawful search and seizure. The Feds tell us that they mean no harm when they
search our e-mails, phone calls and financial transactions. They say “trust us”.
That would be like telling a blind man who is playing strip poker with four gypsy
women that he won’t lose his shirt. “In God We Trust”, not government. All
confidence and credibility in the federal government has been lost. We are
now living in a surveillance state. When they want to know where you’ve been,
where you are, or who you talk to, all they need to do is track your cell phone.
(The next time you want to order a pizza don’t call Domino’s. Call the White
House they get the call first.) They claim it’s for our safety. Benjamin Franklin
had something to say about that “He
who sacrifices freedom for security deserves neither”. It seems like
each morning that we are awakened
to a new government scandal. Each
time a new scandal arises, nobody in the government has any knowledge of the
facts. I feel like I’m watching Hogan’s Heroes’ Capt. Schultz who is known to
say “I know nothin’, I see nothin’” and “I didn’t even get out of bed this morning”.
“Uncle Sam” has been replaced by “Captain Clueless”.
This Fourth of July take a couple minutes to reflect on what our founding fathers
gave up in order for us to have freedom. Maybe even mention to your children
the importance of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution of the
United States. You may even mention another historical writing. It set forth the
idea of a progressive income tax, mandatory government controlled education,
high estate taxes, a central bank like the Federal Reserve, and government control of the means of communication by an agency like the FCC. As a matter of
fact, this historical writing was called “The Communist Manifesto”. Just wanted
to give you some food for thought while you are eating your hot dogs, watching
the fireworks, and waving the flag of freedom. Remember, had it not been for
the brave men of the Revolution, we probably would be having tea and crumpets
instead of hamburgers and beer. Have a safe and happy Fourth of July, but
remember why we’re celebrating it. It’s called “Independence Day”.
2016 Bubba’s Bikes
for Badges
by
Deborah Speicher
On Saturday, April 16, Brandon Harley-Davidson and the Bubba the Love Sponge®
Foundation hosted the annual “Bubba’s Bikes for Badges.” Proceeds from this event
went to the family of fallen Hillsborough Sheriff’s Deputy John Kotfila, Jr.; Deputy
Kotfila had been recently killed by a wrong way driver.
Over 100 motorcycles showed up along with several different police agencies to
show their support. Leading the charge was radio personality Bubba the Love
Sponge® on this police escorted charity ride. Most of us know Bubba through his
wild and crazy radio show; but, what some people may not realize, he is also very
passionate about supporting worthy causes and victims.
Starting at Brandon Harley-Davidson, the riders were taken on the Selmon
Expressway (which was closed off to normal traffic), and back to the dealership for
some music and lunch. I would be remiss if I did not acknowledge the Tampa Bay
Defenders MC who came out with a large group to support this event. A big thank
you to Bubba, the Bubba Army and Brandon Harley-Davidson for all they do!
Just an update for my loyal readers who know I am getting treatment for cancer
from smoking. I’m doing fine thanks to the excellent medical staff that is helping
me. The chemo and radiation has caused me to lose my beard, but when asked
I say “it was irritating my girlfriend’s thighs”.
Check out my website “nobodiesopinion.com”
See you on the shiny side of tomorrow.
SANTA HOGS THE ROAD AGAIN
THE WHO DUN IT—POKER RUN
Saturday
Christmas Come True has
put a twist on the Usual
Poker Run to include a
July 30, 2016
Registration at 9AM
“Who Dun It” Kidnapping
of Santa!???
Best 5 out of 7 cards
with a clue at each
stop
Nam Knights
Kickstands up
at 10 AM
$20.00 per person
4 wheel vehicles welcomed
Sign up at Christmascometrue.org
– Events
Start at Highjackers Restaurant, Palm
Coast, Stops at Matanzas Inlet Restaurant,
The Ice House, Bull Creek Fish Camp,
Scarey Mary’s Bar, finish at The Beach
Front Grille Flagler Beach.
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Bar and Grill
For info call Christopher at 386-264-5865 or Nadine 386-302-1290
Hosted By The Rotary Club of Palm Coast to benefit Christmas Come True
live music on weekends
friendly service • great food
poker runs welcome
Rotary Club of Palm Coast
Meeting at Hilton Garden Inn
Wednesdays at 5:30 pm
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Defender MC
MoNday
yeahhhhh never!!
$1.50 can beer day
$2 well drinks
tueSday
steak night & karaoke
WedNeSday
wing night
thurSday
ladies night
$1 draft / $1.50 wells
for ladies
bike night
12905 N. MaiN St. • JackSoNville • 904-683-8441
JUNE 2016
Bubba & friend
Merideth Dudich, Gary Bang & Scooter
JUNE 2016
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Army Veteran
A Full Time Volunteer
Motorcycle enthusiast and U.S. Army veteran Rich
Malfitano was born and raised in Brooklyn, New
York. After a 36-year career of Federal Service he
finally retired in 2007, but you would never know
it based on the amount of hours he dedicates
volunteering. Since his retirement and residency
in Port Orange, Florida. He has kicked up his
volunteer service a notch or two. Rich has a long
history of giving back. His volunteer service extends from NY, NJ, PA, DC, VA,
TX and FL. A long time member of Rolling Thunder Inc., an organization for
veterans, active military and public education and awareness of the 84,000
Americans still missing from past wars. His volunteer service has rewarded him
with over two-dozen awards from military commands, state and city officials
and other charitable organizations. A few of his most honorable awards were
the Defenders of Freedom Award presented to him by NYC Councilman
Vincent Gentile, the Commanders Civilian Service Medal by U.S. Army Fort
Hamilton Commander, Col. Terry Williams, the 911 Response & Support Team
award by NY State Senator Marty Golden and the Florida State Governors
Veterans Service Award presented by Governor Rick Scott. His volunteer
service covers a broad spectrum, working with the Military thrift store, the
Army Chapel services, the Fort Hamilton Arts and Crafts center, Adopt A Lot
and beautification programs and special project coordinator for Boy Scouts
of America. Rich presently volunteers as the Education Program Director
and Public Relations for Rolling Thunder FL Chapter 8, and is the executive
chairman of the newly chartered Fl chapter of “Sissy’s Angels” Advocates against
domestic violence. He also volunteers at the Port Orange YMCA, and will now
be adding Haven Hospice to the list. Rich visits schools, businesses and private
organizations and has been instrumental in encouraging Americans young and
old, in the importance of volunteering. He is also one of the states organizational
representative for the Presidents Volunteer Service Award. One of the highest
awards anyone can receive from the U.S. President for service to community and
country.
Rich Explains: “Those who serve others know that It’s not about personal
recognition, that’s why much of what we do is behind the scenes, but rather It’s
about doing what is in your heart. And for me doing for others is just that. I grew
up in a family where volunteering and helping others was the norm. My reward
over the last 30 plus years volunteering has been: to be blessed yet another day,
to do what I can do for others. In doing so I have met so many who have touched
my life. I am so thankful to my children; Dawn, Richard Jr. and Michael and to
Sue my life partner who has supported me from day one and for sharing in much
of the volunteer service. Veterans make up a large part of our nations volunteers
as do many motorcycle organizations and independent riders. Think of that
when you see them in passing or on the road. Volunteers are essential in filling
the voids of the needs of so many Americans. Become part of those who give!
Volunteer in your community. There is something for everyone. I can help if you
are looking to share some of your time in helping others. Feel free to contact me;
Rich at: [email protected]
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Pool tournaments Wednesday nights
Party for indePendence day on July 2nd
cancelled so tony can recover!!
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The Boat PorT orange
In Memory of
“Too Tall” Pete Vanharken
The motorcycle community lost a dear friend,
“Too Tall” Pete. I am sorry that I never met
Pete, somehow our paths never crossed.
From all accounts
Pete was a man
with a heart of gold
and it was said by
Rick Hilliard, “Pete
would help you
before you even
knew you needed
help”. The memory wall at the old Grumpy’s on
US 1 in Port Orange was signed by those who
knew and loved him. Ride the ribbon of clouds
now Pete knowing your memory is cherished by
those you touched.
Since 2004
open 365 days/year noon-1:30am
smoker friendly
Biker friendly
happy hour
great kickstand parking
open early for poker runs!
noon - 7pm daily
$1.50 pints
$2.50 domestics
$6 pizza
customer
appreciation day
2nd sat each month
2-6pm free BBQ by randy
aka “rattlesnake”
covered dishes welcome
wed: karaoke 8pm
happy hour all night!
thurs: dart night
fri: karaoke 9pm
sun: open jam
BBQ starts 5pm
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International
Female
Ride Day at Crystal River
Harley-Davidson
by
LuLu
A parking lot FULL
of women on their
bikes is what we
saw when we rode
into Crystal River
Harley-Davidson,
what we weren’t
expecting was how
well these women
could ride!! We ride
on rides all over the
country and there
always are some who
just aren’t ready to be
riding in a pack but
these ladies led by the Road Queens…
put miles on their wheels and KNOW how
to ride. Women rode from outlying states
including the Carolinas and Nashville,
Tennessee for this event. Over 340 bikes
participated and Linda Dalton the organizer
of this event challenged the group to pass
1,003 next year. A record set in Australia by
women riders MUST be broken!
The day started with a great breakfast at
Crystal River Harley-Davidson and shopping.
The ride itself was along beautiful country
roads with wildflowers and tree canopies
along the route. The end party was at High
Octane with Greg Billings Band rocking
the huge bar! Ladies put this event on your
calendar for next year the date is May 6th,
2017…let’s help them break the record of
most ladies on a women’s run, get a room for
the weekend and enjoy the “Sisterhood”!
There is a fall event billed as the Women
Riders Weekend Bash in Crystal River
October 7-10…women will be coming from
all over the U.S. for this. Women get your
reservations early!
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JUNE 2016
Road Queen Linda Dalton
Central Florida
International
Ladies’ Ride
a Success!
by
Tina Leman
Eustis Bike Fest
2016
by
LuLu
During Leesburg Bike Fest, a neighboring lakefront community
Eustis, held a music festival under pretty shade trees in a
really cool band shell built in 1926. Vendors including a guy
selling alcoholic popsicles, local food, free bike parking and of
course music was the 3-day fare for the event. Friday featured
rock, Saturday was Bikes, Blues and BBQ and Sunday was
country. I love the guys and girls from Southern Chaos so we
rode in for Saturday and Sunday. Not a far ride from Leesburg
and worth the trip if you want to get away from the crowds and
heat for a bit and relax in the shade with music.
On Saturday, May 7th, the Chrome Divas Daytona Beach Chapter attended the
first Central Florida Ladies’ Ride event held in Orlando, Florida. This is actually a
global, synchronized, event held each year on the first Saturday in May. It encourages women to “get out and ride!”
There were over 100 riders who showed
up to Eaglerider Motorcycles of Orlando
to sign up, grab some free breakfastand the first 50 registrants received a
swag bag stuffed with goodies.
At 10:45 the kick stands were up and we
were off on a nice, scenic ride around
Lake Toho, while led by Metro-State
Special Services motorcycle escort service. The hour and a half ride ended
at Cowgirls Rockbar Orlando where we
enjoyed free lunch, entertainment, and
raffles. There were female musicians,
belly dancers, and the best part...a firefighter fashion show. Needless to say,
it was an enjoyable time for everyone
who came out, and we look forward
to doing it again next year! The event
was free for all ladies, with kudos to the
sponsors--Eaglerider Motorcycles of
Orlando, 911 Biker Law.com - Florida
Motorcycle Attorneys, Cowgirls Rockbar, and lady biker-owned Blue Steel
Promotions.
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What
Sand & Sass
Means to Me
Come Out and Play
A.B.A.T.E.
They call me JumpinJack
Well first, there is the intended purpose of ABATE-----to support
a lobbyist in the state capital that will support motorcyclists’
rights. Motorcyclists always seem at the mercy of lawmakers and
insurance companies, and it is beneficial to a rider’s lifestyle to
have someone fighting for our rights. And ABATE of Florida, INC,
has been effective in the past: the mandatory helmet law, traffic
sensor laws, motorcycle parking, motorcycles allowed in car pool
lanes, and so on. All important issues to me and they get on the
docket because of our lobbyist in Tallahassee. Also in place is
a patent, MSAP (Motorcycle Safety Awareness Program) that is
presented to schools and any organization, by certified chapter
Safety Directors.
That is the meat and potatoes, and the fun part is how
we support the lobbyist-by having toy runs, poker runs,
campgrounds, and parties! We generate revenue through these
events so we can pay the lobbyist. I’ve made many friends
and had a great time over the years through ABATE of Florida,
INC, Lake County Chapter, events, and I am still enjoying the
organization.
So this is what it means to Me-Fighting for my rights on the
road. Making many friends, and all of them ride! Getting to see
those friends on a regular basis. The camaraderie that comes
from working and playing together on our fund raising projects.
Being a part of something big... big enough to affect the entire
state... and country! The feeling that comes from standing up for
your rights, and not just getting steamrolled by the legislature.
Participating in miles long escorted protest rides to get the
public’s attention, an annual “Can You See Me Now” ride
happens in May, motorcycle safety month. Collecting toys for the
not so fortunate children. State meetings, and riding all around
the state. And the parties! I have had so very much fun over the
years, with the good friends I have made through ABATE Lake
County Chapter. Good lasting relationships with people that care
about the same things I do. And of course, the monthly meetings,
so we can get together and run our business.
I’ve been a member of ABATE Florida, INC, for 25 years, and
it has been a meaningful and satisfying experience. And even
though I go through periods when I’m not very accessible, I will
always belong. Motorcycling is very important to me, and so
is protecting my freedom. Ride on, ride safe, and see you all
soon...
JumpinJack Ron DeLaurier - check out the organization in Lake
County at: lake.abateflorida.com or ABATE of Florida, INC at
abateofflorida.com
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Ladies Rally
by
Marta Rose
What do you call three days of riding and summer fun at five different locations in one fun Florida beach town? You call it a good time!
Then, add into the mix shopping in specialty vendor villages; day rides along the coast; a bike wash and
fashion show by the Men of Harley; fun daytime meet-ups and themed evening dinners with live entertainment; workshops and seminars; biker games and a trophied bike competition; a champagne brunch with
female keynote speaker; and luxurious accommodations on the beach. Well, you call that the Sand & Sass
Ladies Rally, taking place this summer (August 18-20, 2016) in Panama City Beach, Florida.
“A ladies’ rally is something we’ve wanted to do since opening our doors three years ago,” says Marta Rose,
Director of Marketing and Events at Harley-Davidson of Panama City Beach which opened in April 2013,
nine days before the Thunder Beach Spring Rally that year. “We’ve had our eye on female riders for a
while, creating events to engage them, accommodate them, and grow that segment of riders. Panama City
Beach is a really fun place to come on vacation and such a rider-friendly town, so it’s a natural fit to put on a
ladies’ rally here.”
Fun in the sun, for sure! The Rally takes place predominantly at Harley-Davidson of Panama City Beach and Spinnaker
Beach Club, with activities also happening at Club La Vela, Ms. Newby’s and Runaway Bay. On Thursday, August 18 rally
goers will check into their accommodations at Palazzo Resort situated on the west end of Panama City Beach’s white
sandy beaches and crystal clear Gulf waters, within two miles of Pier Park. Palazzo offers an array of Gulf front amenities including an elevated tropical pool and spa, fitness facility, spacious bedrooms, fully equipped kitchens, washer/
dryer, and private balconies.
Women can be very particular about the type of vendors they want to see when they go shopping. The vendor villages
at Harley-Davidson and Spinnaker Beach Club will contain high-end and unique vendors. “We want to showcase fun
and different, not the same old thing,” says Rose. Vendors will include health and nutrition items, hair accessories and
head wraps, unique jewelry, good leathers and chaps, cowboy and riding boots, designer apparel, patches, a leather
sewer and at least one masseuse. Conventional rally vendors selling bike parts and accessories will also be there.
The kickoff party starts at Harley-Davidson’s Bike Night on Thursday night, and progresses to an afterhours party
at another location. The bike competition includes preliminary contests for Best American Bike, Best Metric, Best
Chopper, Best Trike and Best Antique. Class winners will compete on Saturday afternoon at Harley-Davidson. A
“Forgotten Coast Ride” (85 miles each way; six hours total time) will include stops at Toucans in Mexico Beach,
Apalachicola and St. George Island.
What sets Sand & Sass apart from other rallies is the interactive activities. “We’ve got fun things lined up from
morning until night every day,” says Rose. “Rally goers can take part in every single activity…or just several, or
simply do their own thing.” To book your condo for the Sand & Sass Ladies Rally, call ResortQuest at 800-380-4808
and identify you’re with the SAND & SASS LADIES RALLY; reference Customer Code F9007. If you’re interested
in vending at Harley-Davidson contact [email protected]. If you’re interested in vending at Spinnaker Beach
Club contact [email protected]. For more information, call Harley-Davidson of Panama City Beach at
(850) 230-6485 or visit our Sand and Sass Facebook page.
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Leesburg
Bike Fest 2016
by
LuLu
This year’s Leesburg Bike Fest was one of the
most pleasant one’s that I can recall, it seems it
wasn’t nearly as hot as usual and the weather
stayed nice most of the event. The multiple
stages had music of every nature and the bikini
contests and hot male contests drew huge
crowds. The Tattoo expo and bike shows also
were well attended. Gator Harley and Stormy
Hill had huge crowds too. I think other than
being one of the largest compact areas for
vendor shopping what sets Leesburg apart from
many other rallies is the riding in the Clermont
area with pretty hills which is rare in Florida.
Next year’s dates for the rally area April 28-30th.
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Leesburg
Bike Fest 2016
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Seats & SADDLES
Performance Cyclez
Bike Show
by
LuLu
During Leesburg Bike Fest Performance Cyclez
puts on an event at their location including a bike
show, bikini clad girls and food. We want to say a
special thank you to the guys at Performance as they
managed to get TJ’s bike serviced when we had the
need to get on the road in a hurry to ride to Thunder
Beach…these guys are great at what they do. Thanks
Wayne and Jeff we love you!
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TNT
12th Annual
Memorial Deputy Pat Healey
“Fallen Heroes” Poker Run
by
Ron Cox
Upwards of 135 riders and passengers
assembled at Six Bends Harley-Davidson in Ft. Myers on Sunday, April 17th
to ride in the annual Pat Healey Poker
Run. The run was sponsored by the
Defenders M/C.
Run stops included Rusty’s Raw Bar &
Grill, Mission BBQ, Carrabba’s Italian
Restaurant (who set out some tasty
finger foods) and ended at the Shell
Factory.
Deputy Pat Healey was off duty when
he observed and apprehended a driver
operating his vehicle erratically. In
the ensuing scuffle, Deputy Healey
suffered a heart attack and succumbed
a few days later. In Deputy Healey’s
honor, his friends and coworkers
organized this ride.
Money raised from the run ($3,900)
will be donated to the Fallen Heroes
Memorial Fund, a fund that provides financial relief for first responders and/or
family members. Mike Lease scooped
up the first prize of a $250 gift card donated by Six Bends Harley-Davidson.
Lease won with 4 Aces!!
The Defenders motto is “A brotherhood
of One” and this event exemplifies that.
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Seaplane Rides & Classes
Bull Creek Fish Camp
O’Keefe’s Irish Pub & Restaurant
Chris Lounge
The Ponderosa Adult RV
Motorcycle Rentals
Bruce Rossmeyer’s
Tri City Cycles
Jones Brothers & Co.
3861 W. County Rd. 2006
115 S. Rockingham Ave, Tavares
1301 Ridgewood Ave.
& Mobile Home Park
Daytona Harley-Davidson
308 S. 2nd St, Flagler Beach
150 E. Ruby St., Tavares
Bunnell
352-343-2157
Holly Hill / 386-672-1281
5870 S. US 1
Midwest Motorcycles of Daytona
Daytona Beach 510 Main St.
386-439-3967
352-508-1800
386-437-1991
Okeefesirishpub.net
(7 miles N of Destination Daytona)
444 N. Beach St.
Ormond Beach 1637 N US 1
jonesairandsea.com
BULLCREEKFISHCAMP.COM
New Smyrna 1899 SR 44
Attorneys
First Turn Steakhouse & Lounge
Bunnell
Daytona Beach
Puddle Jumpers
5236 S. Ridgewood Ave. (US 1)
386-931-5045
386-257-6265
386-671-7100
111 W. Ruby St., Tavares
Port Orange 386-788-5434
midwestmotorcyledaytona.com
Brucerossmeyer.com
1406 Hwy100 E., Bunnell
352-508-5862
FIRSTTURNSTEAKHOUSE.COM
386-586-0200
puddlejumperslakeside.com
Dog Pound Saloon
Rue & Ziffra, P.A.
640 Dunlawton Ave.
Apparel / Patches
348 Destination Daytona Lane
Motorcycle Sales / Service
Gator Harley Davidson
Ormond Beach
Rental & Gear
1745 US Hwy 441, Leesburg
386-672-0288
352-787-8050
www.ultimateseats.ca
Finnegan’s Black Cloud
Pug’s Pub
640 N. Grandview Ave.
A Matter Of Stitches
1-800-526-4711
Saloon
925 Bay St.
Daytona Beach
5236 Commercial Hwy
Adamec Harley-Davidson
www.rueziffra.com
2551 N US 1, Bunnell
Eustis
386-523-0922
Springhill
Baymeadows
386-437-3173
352-357-8028
Grandviewlive.com
352-397-6423
8909 Baymeadows Rd.
Midwest Motorcycles
Al’s Sand Bar
Iron Horse Saloon
181 S. Joanna Ave.
1068 N US 1, Ormond Beach
Bars & Restaurants
Finnegansblackcloudsaloon.com
Smiles Nite Club
BREVARD COUNTY
Facebook Sheri L Jung
9 Palm Harbor Village Way
Tavares
386-677-1550
American Legion
Palm Coast
352-508-5841
Ironhorsesaloon.com
Post 359 Riders
386-986-1500
7260 S US 1, Port St. John
MARION COUNTY
Fireworks
444 N. Beach Street
Patrick Tattoo
Daytona Beach
801 S. State St. Unit 14
1520 Wells Rd.
386-257-6265
Bunnell
904-215-1931
midwestmotorcyclesdaytona.com
Regency
Fireworks.com
10399 Atlantic Blvd.
Stormy Hill Harley Davidson
904-641-3735
2480 S. Hwy 27, Clermont
Tropical Tattoo
Hotels
St. Augustine
352-243-7111
825 S. Yonge S, Ormond Beach
118 St. George St.
www.StormyHillHarley.com
386-672-1888
Main Street Station
99 Flagler Plaza Dr., Palm Coast
Tilted Kilt
386-439-5010
3155 E. Silver Springs Blvd.
386-214-1389
Key West Resort
904-825-0544
DUVAL COUNTY
WWW.WOODYS.COM
Ocala
Mainstreetliveband.com
199 West Ruby St., Tavares
www.adamecharley.com
Daytona Beach
TATTOOARTIST.COM
TROPICALTATTOO.COM
352-508-5344
HARDEE COUNTY
Tiltedkilt.com
Oceanway
Charlotte’s Webb Pub
NASSAU COUNTY
904-683-8441
3315 State Road 64 West
Wauchula
Knucklehead’s Tavern
Flagler County
863-735-8887
850532 Hwy 17, Yulee
Campgrounds / RV
Beach Front Grille
LAKE COUNTY
Volusia County
Holiday Travel RV Park
12905 N. Main St.
386-209-1762
Phantom Fireworks
www.ALR359.com
Fast Freddie’s Bar & Grill
Tattoo Artists
904-493-1931
Woody’s Bar B Q
352-351-5458
www.GatorHarley.com
Orange Park
321-323-6101
316 Main Street
Ultimate Seats USA
Custom Embroidery
Grandview Live Gentleman’s Club
Port Orange
Seats
The Boat Bar
Staykeywesthotels.com
5395 S. Ridgewood Ave.
Port Orange
386-333-9909
2444 S. Oceanshore Blvd. (A1A)
Great food
Beer & wine
Poker runs welcome
HaPPy Hour m-f 4-7Pm
2261 South Old Dixie Hwy
Flagler Beach
Journey’s Saloon Bar & Grill
Cabbage Patch Bar
(I-95 Exit 278)
386-693-4839
4101 CR 561
549 Tomoka Farms Rd.
Bunnell, FL 32110
Tavares
Corner of Rt.4118 (Pioneer Trail)
386-437-4454
352-742-3572
Samsula, FL 32168
[email protected]
386-427-8969
www.HolidayTravelRVpark.com
Find us on Facebook
live music
fri & sat 8Pm-midnite
4101 county road 561
tavares
352-742-3572
Pool tourney mon 7Pm
Tri CiTy CyCles
hours
308 s. 2nd st. • Flagler Beach Fl
Motorcycles
mon-Fri 9a-6p
ounty
Flagler C
rs
Serving
a
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4
3
for over
parts, service & accessories
most makes and models
Full time mechanics on duty
Pick up service available
386-439-3967
dart tourney tues 7Pm
www.cabbagepatchbar.com
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okeefesirishpub.net
352-343-2157
keywestlakedora.com
352-508-5344
Find all of this here within a radius of a few hundred feet, in the
Tavares Waterfront Entertainment District. Bar burgers and
wings, seafood, pasta, barbecue - and of course, plenty to drink.
Guinness on tap at O’Keefe’s. Ice-cold beer and specialty drinks
at Puddle Jumpers’ outdoor bar overlooking Lake Dora. Boat
drinks lakeside at Als Sand Bar. Even walk along the Waterfront
with an adult beverage of your own choice (legally!) provided
you carry it in an approved container.
DDL
PU
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jonesairandsea.com
352-508-1800
And no need to ride anywhere after.
MPER
puddlejumperslakeside.com
352-508-5862
JUNE 2016
The best views in town: hundreds of feet up overlooking Lake
Dora in a chartered Jones Bros. Seaplane, balcony sunsets
over Lake Dora at Key West Resort, and Key West front access
parking lot visibility, to keep your bike in sight.
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All but one of these photos were taken in
Als Sand Bar
352-508-5841
Oh, and it’s the boating photo, top left. As lovely as our lakes
are, it’s tough to find a good, usable photo. Would you mind
taking one for us?
Memorial Day 2016
Hit The Ground Running!!!
I would like to recognize the newest and youngest group of Veterans out there
helping other Veterans. The Veterans-in-Arms VMC is mostly made up of the
younger generation of Veterans from the Dessert Storm/Shield era. The Brothers
from the Veterans-in-Arm VMC have that special “comradeship” that they shared
while they were in uniform. They incorporate all Veterans to include both Brother
and Sister Veterans that enjoy the freedom of the open road, the wind in their
face and the opportunity to say “THANK YOU” to the Veterans that paved the
way for them. The Club kicked off Memorial Day with a “family” breakfast at Bob
Evans Restaurant in Sebring. Bob Evans host a breakfast the 1st weekend of
each month for a special group of Veterans. The “AIRBORNE” group is made
of Veterans and their spouses that strive to keep that “comradeship” that they
experienced during their time in uniform. So if you are in the Sebring area the 1st
weekend of the month, stop at Bob Evans and share breakfast with our “family”.
After breakfast our “FLAG” bikes led us to Lakeview Memorial Gardens where
we heard a heart-wrenching firsthand account of the meaning of Memorial Day.
We paid our respects to a very special young Veteran that I had the privilege to
know personally, Ryan “RAT” Drury. From here we traveled around the county to
honor one of own member’s family, Bulldog’s dad, Colonel Marshall “Ed” Jordon
who is laid to rest in Avon Park. Topping off our Memorial Day ceremonies, we
traveled back to Veterans Beach in Sebring to take part in a ceremony to honor
some special Veterans that gave a little more than most. The local Military Order
of the Purple Heart Chapter 601 held a brief ceremony to honor their members
who are no longer with us.
While most Americans look at Memorial Day as the start of summer and
a holiday filled with picnics and barbecues, let’s please take a moment to
remember those who have made it possible to enjoy our freedoms we have here
in America. GOD BLESS AMERICA!
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BIKE NIGHTS/days
list sponsored by
Twisted Tea
For a complete list of bike nights/days or to get your bike night listed on the website for
free go to ThunderRoadsFlorida.com Phone numbers are provided to verify event.
Twisted Bike events
Twisted Tea Party
850-206-6991
Thursday, July 7th 6-9pm
Fast Freddie’s Bar & Grill ~ 12905 N. Main St. ~ Jacksonville
live music, giveaways, snacks, $2.50 Twisted Tea special
Come get Twisted with
Thunder Roads Florida at our bike
events with giveaways and games.
Bring canned goods for the food bank
and get entered in a raffle to
win $50 cash - 1 ticket per can
Main Street Station
Daytona Beach, 316 Main St
6p, live music, $1 longnecks, 386-214-1389
Mid month Wednesday only
Pug’s Pub
Eustis, 925 Bay St., Happy Hour all night,
Karaoke 8p,$ 50 prize for best bike,
352-357-8028
Tuesday
1st Tuesday only
Beach Bums
Eustis, 12 S. Bay St., 7pm, sponsored by
Gator H-D, live music, giveaways,
352-308-8504
First Turn Steakhouse & Lounge
Port Orange, 5236 S. Ridgewood Ave.
(US 1), 386-788-5434,7-9p, $2 Twisted Tea,
$1.50 longnecks, $1.25 16 oz PBR cans,
$2.50 Fireball shots, $1.25 Rolling Rock 16
oz cans, free food, live music
Iron Horse Saloon
Ormond Beach, 1068 N US 1, 386-235-3172,
6:30p-til, corn hole contest $50 cash prize,
drink specials, $1.50 Twisted Tea,
$3 Three Olive drinks, .25 cent wings
Wednesday
2nd Saturday only
Thursday
Pug’s Pub
Eustis, 925 Bay St., customer appreciation
day, free BBQ by Randy aka Rattlesnake,
2-6p, 352-357-8028
Fast Freddie’s Bar & Grill
Oceanway, 12905 N. Main St., 904-683-8441
Sunday
Dog Pound Saloon
Bunnell, Rt. 100, 386-586-0200,
noon-midnight, $3 U Name It /U Drink It
(excluding premiums)
2nd Thursday only
Knucklehead’s Tavern
Yulee, 850532 Hwy. 17
Saints & Sinners
Ormond Beach, US 1, Destination Daytona,
7-10p,
live music, $2 domestics, $1 off drinks
American Legion Post 359
Port St. John, 7260 S US 1, 321-323-6101,
321-268-1632
Pug’s Pub
Eustis, 925 Bay St., open jam, BBQ 5pm,
352-357-8028
3rd Sunday only
Cabbage Patch Bar
Samsula, 549 Tomoka Farms Rd., free swap
meet, free BBQ, live music, 386-427-8969
Friday
Puddle Jumpers
Tavares 111 W. Ruby St, 6:30-til? happy hour &
drink specials, bike night by Sundancer,
352-508-5862
Stormy Hill Harley-Davidson’s
Lilly’s on the Lake,
Clermont, Bike Night Pam, bike show,
trophies, Stormy Hill gift certificate
giveaways, different charity benefits each
week, 352-243-7111
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1st Saturday only
American Legion Post 359
Port St. John, 7260 S US 1,
1p, $6 food t-shirts, raffles 50/50, live music,
321-268-1632/616-634-1212
JUNE 2016
Saturday
1st Saturday only
Tilted Kilt
Ocala,3155 E. Silver Springs Blvd.,
4-11p, live music 352-351-5458
No Purchase necessary. Sweepstakes open to US residents who are 21 years of age or older. 1 Grand
Prize: winner will receive a Twisted Tea Branded Motorcycle - ARV $7,000.00. Sweepstakes begins at
12:01 a.m. EST on 3/1/2016 and ends at 11:59 p.m. EST on 11/6/2016. Prize winner will be selected in
a random drawing on or around 11/10/2016. To enter text “BAGGER” to shortcode 30364 or email [email protected] and provide your name, address, phone, date of birth and code “BAGGER” to
submit an entry. Standard carrier message and data rates may apply. Upon entry, you will receive one
confirmation message. Text “HELP” for help. “STOP” to cancel. Void where prohibited. For Official Rules
and Prize Breakdown email [email protected] .
FLORIDA EVENTS
Submit your calendar events to [email protected]
JULY 23 (Saturday)
AUGUST 6 (Saturday)
POKER RUN FOR ST. JUDES IN MEMORY OF
DOTTIE FORVOUR-COCOA, Saint’s Clubhouse,
3926 Brown Ct., breakfast, reg 8:30a, KSU 10:30a,
$5, stops include Patrick’s, HD Roadhouse,
Norman’s, Lone Cabbage, also airboat poker run for
those with airboats, raffles, 50/50, poker run, 321632-4199
TILTED KILT BIKE NIGHT- OCALA, Tilted Kilt,
3155 E. Silver Spring Blvd., 4-11p, live music, 352351-5458
PUG’S PUB BIKE NIGHT- EUSTIS, Pug’s Pub,
925 Bay St., happy hour all night, karaoke 8p, best
bike prize $50, 352-357-8028
LAZY SATURDAY- STUART, Treasure Coast H-D,
4967 SE Federal Hwy., 11a-3p, 772-287-3871
JULY 14 (Thursday)
READY TO RALLY WORKSHOP- LEESBURG,
GATORHARLEY.COM, 342-787-8050
BIKER BREAKFAST- ORMOND BEACH,
Destination Daytona, US 1, 10a, eggs, bacon, grits,
test drive available, every first Saturday, 386-6717103, [email protected]
MEET & MINGLE- LEESBURG, Gator Harley,
business after hours with Leesburg Chamber, food,
beverages, raffles, entertainment, win a cruise,
GATORHARLEYCOM, 352-787-8050
CHRISTMAS IN JULY TOY RUN- TAMPA, Tampa
Harley-Davidson, Reg 1-4p, KSU 4:30p, 727-9354875
For current additions check our website’s calendar at ThunderRoadsFlorida.com. We recommend you confirm dates before making your riding plans.
JULY
JULY 2 (Saturday)
COKE ZERO-PORT ORANGE, First Turn, 5236
Ridgewood Ave., happy hour during race, 386-7885434
TILTED KILT BIKE NIGHT- OCALA, Tilted Kilt,
3155 E. Silver Spring Blvd., 4-11p, live music, 352351-5458
4967 SE Federal Hwy., 11a-3p, 772-287-3871
CORNHOLE MADNESS- PORT ORANGE, First
Turn Steakhouse, 5236 Ridgewood Ave., Reg.
noon, bags fly 2, $10 per person, live music 6p by
Tommy Mac Band, HOG remote
BIKER BREAKFAST- ORMOND BEACH,
Destination Daytona, US 1, 10a
JULY 4TH CELEBRATION-TAVARES, Puddle
Jumpers, 111 West Ruby St., fireworks party,
7p ‘til fireworks over, $50 per person balcony
seats/$40 interior seats 2nd floor, includes AYCE
and drink (draft, beer, wine, wells, calls, excludes
shots, shooters, and top shelf, peel & eat shrimp,
wings, fried mahi, burgers, salad, brats, nachos)
reservations at 352-508-5862
JULY 5 (Tuesday)
BEACH BUM BIKE NIGHT- EUSTIS, Beach Bum,
12 S. Bay St., sponsored by Gator H-D, 7p, every
first Tuesday, GATORHARLEY.COM, 352-787-8050
JULY 7 (Thursday)
TWISTED TEA/THUNDER ROADS BIKE NIGHTJACKSONVILLE, Fast Freddie’s Bar & Grill, 12905
N. Main St., 6-9p, live music, giveaways, $2.50
Twisted Tea, samples, 850-206-6991
JULY 8 (Friday)
HOT DOG EATING CONTEST- ORMOND
BEACH, Destination Daytona, US 1, $400
cash prize, first 10 to register at 386-671-7103,
[email protected]
COUNTRY NIGHT- PORT ORANGE, First
Turn Steakhouse, 5236 S. Ridgewood Ave.,
7:30, live music by Hayfire, 386-788-5434,
FirstTurnSteakhouse.com
JULY 2-4 (Saturday-Monday)
4th of JULY WEEKEND- PANAMA CITY BEACH,
PCB H-D, 14700 PCB Parkway, Saturday: noon4p, classic car cruise in, pin up girl contest, free
shoeshine, Sunday: Neal James noon-2p, bikini
bike wash, Monday: 1-4p, live entertainment by
Swingtown Steve Miller Tribute Band, PCBHarley.
com, 850-334-0055
HOTTER THAN HELL BLOW OUT- LEESBURG,
Gator Harley, 1745 Hwy 441, up to 70%
VINTAGE BIKE DAY- ARCADIA, Open Road Bar
& Grill, 4313 NW Hwy. beer specials, food specials,
live acoustic music, 10a-5p, 863-494-014
JULY 10- (Sunday)
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JULY 15-17 (Friday-Sunday)
JULY 9 (Saturday)
OPEN JAM & BBQ- EUSTIS, Pug’s Pub, 925 Bay
St., open jam, BBQ beginning 5p, 352-357-8028
GATOR HARLEY-DAVIDSON- LEESBURG,
closed
KNUCKLEHEAD’S BIKE NIGHT- YULEE,
Knucklehead’s Tavern, 850532 Hwy. 17
CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY- STUART,
Treasure Coast H-D, 4967 SE Federal Hwy., 11a3p, 772-287-3871
CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY- EUSTIS,
Pug’s Pub, 925 Bay St., free BBQ by Randy aka
“Rattlesnake”, 2-6p, covered dishes welcome, 352357-8028
JULY 4 (Monday)
BIKE NIGHT OF MARTIN COUNTY- STUART,
Treasure Coast HD, 4967 SE Federal Hwy., 5:30-9p
CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAYS- LEESBURG,
Gator H-D, 1745 Hwy. 441, double Gator Bucks,
INDEPENDENCE DAY BLAST- CLEARWATER,
Quaker Steak & Lube, 10400 49TH St., noon,
benefits High Point Family Center & 50 Legs, live
music, raffles, 50/50
JOHNNY CASH TRIBUTE BAND-PORT ORANGE,
First Turn, 5236 Ridgewood Ave., 7-10p, 386-7885434
JULY 13 (Wednesday)
JULY 16 (Saturday)
JULY 3 (Sunday)
WEBSTER SWAPMEET- WEBSTER, 516 3rd St.,
800-832-7396
BENEFIT FOR JACK LINDSEY-PORT ORANGE,
First Turn, 5236 S. Ridgewood Ave., 6p, music by
Buzzard Luck, fish fry, 386-788-5436
4967 SE Federal Hwy., 11a-3p, 772-287-3871
STEAK LUNCH- CLERMONT, Stormy Hill H-D,
2480 S. Hwy 27, noon-2:30p, $8 in advance/$10
day of, cooked on grill to order and fixin’s, includes
a free beer and ice water, DJ Bike Night Pam, 352243-7111
ROSCOE’S DIRT DRAGS- LAKELAND, Roscoe’s,
gates open 8am, admission $10 adults, $5 child,
853-858-6249
JUNE 2016
CALENDAR 2016
JULY 17 (Sunday)
SEPTEMBER 11 (Sunday)
STEAK LUNCH-CLERMONT, Stormy
Hill H-D, 2480 S. Hwy 27, noon-2:30p, $8 in
advance/$10 day of, cooked on grill to order and
fixin’s, includes a free beer and ice water, DJ Bike
Night Pam, 352-243-7111
JULY 24 (Sunday)
AUGUST 11 (Thursday)
SEPTEMBER 15-18 (Thursday-Sunday)
BIKE NIGHT- YULEE, Knucklehead’s Tavern,
850532 Hwy. 17
PETERSON’S MIAMI TO THE KEYS
RUN- MIAMI, 6 stop poker run this year, Road
JULY 30 (Saturday)
AUGUST 12-14 (Friday-Sunday)
CLASSIC CAR SHOW- LEESBURG, Gator Harley,
1745 Hwy 441, 352-787-8050
STARKE BIKEFEST- STARKE, music, bike show,
vendor spaces available for only $50, organized
again by bikers! vendors call 904-964-8253
4967 SE Federal Hwy., 11a-3p, 772-287-3871
SANTA HOGS THE ROAD AGAIN THE WHO DUN
IT RUN- FLAGLER BEACH, Reg 9a, KSU 10a,
Hijackers by Flagler Airport SR 100, stops include
Mantazas Inlet, Ice House, Bull Creek Fish Camp,
Scarey Mary’s, party at Beach Front Grille, food,
raffles, games, 50/50 for Christmas Comes True,
includes kidnapping of Santa, sponsored by Rotary
Club of Palm Coast, Christopher 386-264-586 or
Nadine 386-302-1290
JULY 31 (Sunday)
BORN TO RIDE GREAT AMERICAN BIKER BASHPALMETTO, Peggy’s Corral, 4511 US Hwy 441, live
music, vendors, contests, 941-729-5442
SUNDAY FUNDAY- LEESBURG, Gator Harley,
1745 Hwy 441, 11:30a-3:30p, live music, food,
beverage, games, prizes, GATORHARLEY.COM,
352-787-8050
AUGUST
BEACH BUM BIKE NIGHT- EUSTIS, Beach Bum,
12 S. Bay St., sponsored by Gator H-D, 7p, every
first Tuesday, GATORHARLEY.COM, 352-787-8050
20% discount on all licensed products, 352-2437111, StormyHillHarley.com
AUGUST 7 (Sunday)
SEPTEMBER
9/11 MEMORIAL RIDE-BUNNELL, Flagler
Government Services Bldg., 1769 E. Moody Blvd.,
Reg 8:30-9:30a, Services 9:30a, KSU 10:30a, rides
ends at Hidden Treasure Restaurant, 820 Moody Ln.
SWAP MEET AND FREE BBQ-SAMSULA,
Cabbage Patch, 549 Tomoka Farm Rd., free swap
spot, free music, free BBQ
CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAYSCLERMONT, Stormy Hill H-D, 2480 S. Hwy 27,
TWISTED TEA/THUNDER ROADS BIKE NIGHTOCALA, Tilted Kilt, 3155 E. Silver Spring Blvd.,
4-11p, live music, 352-351-5458
3rd ANNUAL K9S FOR WARRIORS
POKER RUN-MIDDLESBURG/
KEYSTONE HEIGHTS, ALR Post 202 and 250
sign up, reg. 8-10:30a, $15 rider/$pass, KSU 10:30a
AUGUST 2 (Tuesday)
Rage Show 9-3p
SEPTEMBER 18 (Sunday)
SEMINOLE HOG SIDS RUN- SANFORD,
www.scsfhog.com
AUGUST 13 (Saturday)
NATIONAL EVENTS
THE SUMMER HEAT FESTIVAL- CLEARWATER,
Quaker Steak & Lube, 10400 49th St., $25 advance,
$30 weekend of, noon-6p, Tampa Ruff Ryders, 352398-8365
JULY 14-17
LITTLE STURGIS BIKE RALLY-STURGIS,
KENTUCKY
AUGUST 14 (Sunday)
AUGUST 4-13
STURGIS BIKE RALLY-STURGIS, SOUTH
DAKOTA
CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY- EUSTIS,
Pug’s Pub, 925 Bay St., free BBQ by Randy aka
“Rattlesnake”, 2-6p, covered dishes welcome, 352357-8028
STEAK LUNCH- CLERMONT, Stormy Hill H-D,
2480 S. Hwy 27, noon-2:30p, $8 in advance/$10
day of, cooked on grill to order and fixin’s, includes
a free beer and ice water, DJ Bike Night Pam, 352243-7111
AUGUST 18-20 (Thursday-Saturday)
SAND & SASS LADIES RALLY- PANAMA CITY
BEACH, Panama City Beach H-D, rides, fashion
shows, bike show, bike games, vendors, champagne
brunch with keynote speaker, themed evening
dinner, rooms 800-380-4808 code F9007
AUGUST 20 (Saturday)
BEACH EM GIRLS BAR CRAWL- HOLLY HILL,
Chris’ Lounge, 1301 Ridgewood Ave., 6pm, flip flops,
shorts, mini skirts, Hawaiian shirts
AUGUST 19-21
MAGGIE VALLEY SUMMER RALLY-MAGGIE
VALLEY, NORTH CAROLINA
SEPTEMBER 14-24
NASHVILLE BIKE WEEK-NASHVILLE,
TENNESSEE
SEPTEMBER 15-17
PETERSON’S MIAMI TO THE KEYS RUN-MIAMI,
FLORIDA
SEPTEMBER 15-18
OCEAN CITY BIKE WEEK-OCEAN CITY,
MARYLAND
SEPTEMBER 21-24
BIKES, BLUES & BBQ-FAYETTVILLE, ARKANSAS
SEPTEMBER 26-OCTOBER 2
MYRTLE BEACH FALL RALLY-MYRTLE BEACH,
SOUTH CAROLINA
JUNE 2016
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