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Thunder Highlights
- Nobodies’ Opinion May 2012
- Thunder Cam May 2012
- May 2012 Thunder Rider Featured Bike
- Bike Week 2012 Hot Thunder Bikini Contest
- Bull’s Eye May 2012
- Dirty Harry’s Bike Week 2012
- Biker Friendly Directory May 2012
- Pony Tales May 2012
- Iron Horse Saloon Bike Week 2012
- Boot Hill Bike Week 2012
- Bike Week 2012 Cabbage Patch Coleslaw Wrestling
- Willie’s Tropical Tattoo Ol’ School Chopper Show 2012
- Bike Week 2012 Boardwalk Bike Show
- Black Cloud Bikini Contest 2012
- Calendar of National Biker Events May 2012 – Nov 2012
Events Calendar
Florida Events 2012
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Upcoming Events
- May 19, 2012
- Flossie's Bar & GrillFlossie's Bar & Grill
Dania Beach, 3985 Anlers Ave., 954-583-9656 all day - Gatorz Bike NightGatorz Bike Night
Port Charlotte, Gatorz Bar & Grill, 3816 Tamiami Trail, Saturdays until 7p, 941-625-5000 all day - Treasure Coast HarleyTreasure Coast Harley
Stuart, 4967 SE Federal Hwy., Customer Appreciation Day, 6-10p, bikini bike wash, live music, free bbq, vendors, 772-287-3871 all day - Poker Run for Down's Syn.Poker Run for Down's Syn.
Time: 12:00 am
Jacksonville, 904-497-3947 at 12:00 am - FREEDOM ISN'T FREE RIDEFREEDOM ISN'T FREE RIDE
Time: 7:30 am
Leesburg, Gator H-D 1745 Hwy 441, NATIONAL ARMED FORCES FREEDOM RIDE "FREEDOM ISN'T FREE" Ride, Police escorted Ride to Village's Veteran's Memorial & return to Gator H-D. KSU promptly 8:30a, $15 Driver/$10passenger. First 250 registered (register online, or on site at 7:30a). Free breakfast by Chick Fil A, Villages and free lunch, plus a commemorative pin. Rolling Thunder, Inc., Flame of Freedom display with ceremonies through out the day in Leesburg. Harley's Heroes Van assisting Veterans with benefits. Military Vehicle Preservation Association display. Be ready for a full day of appreciation ceremonies, music, starting at Gator H-D to downtown Leesburg.SPECIAL GIVE A WAYS to benefit our Veterans. Proceeds benefit D.A.V. and Rolling Thunder 6, Inc. charities. PLEASE BRING a personal item for our Veterans for USO. Also, we are collecting unwanted cell phones(no accessories) medical supplies, wheel chairs, walkers,etc. at anytime. Any questions Peggy 352-787-8050, peggy@gatorharley.com. http://www.gatorharley.com at 7:30 am - Biker Buffet BreakfastBiker Buffet Breakfast
Time: 9:00 am
St. Augustine, Bar None, 312 Anastasia Blvd, every Saturday & Sunday, 9AM-11:30AM $5.00 Breakfast Buffet, $3.00 Bloody Mary Special, 904-825-4202 at 9:00 am - Because of Ezra Benefit RunBecause of Ezra Benefit Run
Time: 9:00 am
Lutz, Grace Family Church, 5101 Van Dyke Rd., $20, Reg 9a, KSU 10:30a, 813-334-8487 at 9:00 am - Thunder RunThunder Run
Time: 9:00 am
Holiday, American Legion Post 173 4550 Bartelt Rd, Supporting Our Troops, (West Region ends) 4PM: American Legion Post 275, 360 Wilson St, Dunedin, Reg 9-11AM $10.00 donation per person, includes BBQ Dinner,Prizes at 5PM, Door prizes,Raffle, 50/50, Live Music, Jaebird 727-359-6112 at 9:00 am - 2012 Armed Forces Day2012 Armed Forces Day
Time: 10:00 am
Leesburg, downtown, 10a, dedication of 2800 sq ft Veterans Memorial, Rolling Thunder Flame of Freedom, 30 marching units, vendors, 352-638-8456, www.armedforcesleesburgpartnership.com at 10:00 am - 11TH ANNUAL HOG ROAST11TH ANNUAL HOG ROAST
Time: 12:00 pm
MAY 19GAINESVILLE, Gainesville Harley, 4125 NW 97th Ave., live music, noon to 4pm, 352-331-6363 at 12:00 pm - Dog Pound SaloonDog Pound Saloon
Time: 12:00 pm
Bunnell, 1406 Hwy 100 E., $2.50 U name it U drink it (excludes premiums) noon-midnite, 386-586-0200 at 12:00 pm - GRAND OPENING MIND RIDE CYCLESGRAND OPENING MIND RIDE CYCLES
Time: 2:00 pm
JACKSONVILLE, Mind Ride Cycles, 9532 Historic Kings Rd., 2-6p, beer, BBQ, music, giveaways, 904-724-8558 at 2:00 pm - Tilted Kilt Bike NiteTilted Kilt Bike Nite
Time: 2:00 pm
Lake Mary, Tilted Kilt, 901 Currency Cir, bike show 1st Saturday of every month, 2-6p, music, games, giveawways, 407-942-0016 at 2:00 pm - Biker Appreciation DayBiker Appreciation Day
Time: 3:00 pm
Immokalee, Seminole Casino, free reg. get a $10 food and beverage voucher and $20 free play money, 3-6p at 3:00 pm - Member AppreciationMember Appreciation
Time: 3:00 pm
Bunnell, County Line, 1120 CR 305, live entertainment, BBQ, 3p, 386-313-1995 at 3:00 pm - Biker Happy HourBiker Happy Hour
Time: 4:00 pm
Korona, White Eagle Lounge, US1, 4-8p, happy hour longnecks and wells $2, live music, 386-437-2341 at 4:00 pm - Italian Pasta FundraiserItalian Pasta Fundraiser
Time: 4:00 pm
Ft. Pierce, P.A.L. 903 S. 21st St., 4-7p, $10 pp,CMA benefits Run for the Son, 772-971-8325 at 4:00 pm - Night Fun RunNight Fun Run
Time: 6:00 pm
Korona, White Eagle Lounge, US 1, 6p, free at 6:00 pm - Rock Springs BNRock Springs BN
Time: 7:00 pm
Apopka, Rock Springs Bar & Grill, 4939 Rock Springs Rd., 7-9:30p, every Sat., 407-886-0057 at 7:00 pm
- Flossie's Bar & GrillFlossie's Bar & Grill
- May 20, 2012
- Mac's BBQMac's BBQ
Mac's MidTown Tavern BBQ-Holly Hill, US 1, free BBQ, 386-226-1263 all day - Cabbage PatchCabbage Patch
Samsula, 549 Tomoka Farms Rd., free BBQ, free swap meet, 386-427-8969 all day - Cabbage Patch BarCabbage Patch Bar
Samsula, 549 Tomoka Farms Rd., FREE BBQ, FREE Swap Meet, Free Booth, live music, 386-427-8969 all day - Mardi Gras Bike DaysMardi Gras Bike Days
Time: 12:00 am
St. Augustine, Mardi Gras, 123 San Marcos, bike wash, bikini girls, beer & drink specials, daytime, 904-823-8808 at 12:00 am - Can U See Me Now RunCan U See Me Now Run
Time: 12:00 am
Brevard, ends at Destination Daytona, 321-266-6418 at 12:00 am - Putnam Swap MeetPutnam Swap Meet
Time: 8:00 am
Palatka, Putnam Co. Fairgrounds, 117 Yelvington Rd. Swap is held the 3rd. Sunday of every month year round. Gates open 8a.m. - 3.m. General admission is $4.00, children under 14 are free with a paying adult. You get a free soda, water or draft beer with each paid admission and a chance to win our $100.00 patron drawing. DJ, Larry Blackburn is at every show, spinning some rocking music. Show & Corral (for sale by owner) registration is free with a paid admission. Club/Organization Participation Award (15 or more vehicles registered) The Award: 1st. Place-$250.00 for the club + the club is the host of the next months show 50/50 drawing. 2nd. Place-$150.00 for the club. March 1st. Place: Vintage ABATE. Congratulations! Thanks for joining us. We hope you sell a record 50/50 tickets at the April show. 2nd. Place: No winner. Trophies & Cash Prizes also awarded. Vendors welcome: outside 15x30 $20.00 when reserved. $5.00 extra day of show without registration. Vendors must provide their own cover and tables. Electric is available for $5.00 per day. Food vendors MUST call a contact since different requirements and fees apply. ATM provided by FL ATM SERVICES** always on site. Call** 352-628-4705 for information about or to rent an ATM. Swap contacts: Monica or Dan Phone: 352-505-8287 Email: floridaswaps@aol.com Website: www.floridaswapmeet.com Face Book: www.facebook.com/putnamautocycleswapmeet. Gather up the gang and join us for a day of fun for everyone. See ya there:) at 8:00 am - Biker Breakfast BuffetBiker Breakfast Buffet
Time: 9:00 am
St. Augustine, Bar None, 312 Anastasia Blvd, every Saturday & Sunday, 9AM-11:30AM $5.00 Breakfast Buffet, $3.00 Bloody Mary Special, 904-825-4202 at 9:00 am - ARC RideARC Ride
Time: 9:30 am
ORMOND BEACH, Iron Horse Saloon, US 1, $10, Reg 9:30-11a, stops include Cabbage Patch, OBs, Alibi, White Eagle Lounge, party at the Iron Horse with Big Engine, raffles, 50/50 386-274-4736 at 9:30 am - BRA RunBRA Run
Time: 9:30 am
CLEARWATER, Quaker Steak & Lube, 10400 49th St. N., early registration $30 for 4hands and T shirt until 5/16, on site $10 per hand or 3 for $20, bike blessing, silent auction, chapter challenge, bike show, hosted by Radical Randy, prizes $500, $200, $100,727-698-0078 at 9:30 am - Poker Run for Jana MuellerPoker Run for Jana Mueller
Time: 10:00 am
Orange City, Oyster Bar, $10 per hand, raffles, BBQ, live band 4p, stops include OBs, Cabbage Patch, Airport Hangar, Dale's Ales, Reg 10a, 217-381-6948 at 10:00 am - MORNING AFTER SUNDAY BRUNCHMORNING AFTER SUNDAY BRUNCH
Time: 11:00 am
HOLLY HILL, Smoke House Saloon, US 1, 11a-2p, silent auction for St. Judes, free neck/shoulder massage by Janet, entertainment by Frankie D, Krome Cosmetic demo/application, 386-366-4072, www.kromecosmetics.com at 11:00 am - Motorcycle Round UpMotorcycle Round Up
Time: 12:00 pm
Ft. Myers, Beef O Brady's, 11841 Palm Beach Rd., noon-4p, 239-267-9236 at 12:00 pm - Shenaniganz Grill & Chill BNShenaniganz Grill & Chill BN
Time: 2:00 pm
Apollo Beach, afternoons, 813-641-8676 at 2:00 pm - Bikers SundaysBikers Sundays
Time: 3:00 pm
Sirens, 115 Anastasia Blvd., 3-6p, $2 Domestics & drafts and $3 wells, 904-217-8896 at 3:00 pm - Ladies Garage PartyLadies Garage Party
Time: 4:00 pm
New Port Richey, New Port Richey Harley Davidson, 5817 SR 54, 4-7p, reservations required online TampaHarley.com or call 813-740-9898 at 4:00 pm - BIKER JAMMIN' SUNDAYS BIKER JAMMIN' SUNDAYS
Time: 4:00 pm
Palatka, Downtown Blues Bar & Grille, 714 St Johns Ave, 386-325-5454 4-8pm, $1.50 domestic longnecks all day, Hosted Blues Jam starts at 4 PM, just ride in, we have the PA, amps, drums, guitar, keyboard, great BBQ, Burgers, Wings, Subs and more! at 4:00 pm
- Mac's BBQMac's BBQ
- May 21, 2012
- Annie Oakley'sAnnie Oakley's
Ormond Beacn, 1481 N. US 1, HH all day, $2 domestics and wells, 386-615-0831 all day - Whiskey RiverWhiskey River
Time: 7:00 pm
Jacksonville, 4850 Big Island Dr., #3, 7p, biker specials: $2 miller lites, $5 3 Olives, $7 one topping pizza, 1/2 price appetizers,904-645-5571 at 7:00 pm
- Annie Oakley'sAnnie Oakley's
- May 22, 2012
- Celebrity Bike NightCelebrity Bike Night
Time: 6:00 pm
Ormond Beach, Iron Horse, featured celebrity bartenders Shelley and Mandy Rossmeyer, 6p at 6:00 pm - Boomtown Bike NightBoomtown Bike Night
Time: 6:00 pm
Kissimmee, Boomtown Family Diner, 5725 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy., 6p-til, every Tuesday, for Iron Butts, Cruisers, Choppers & Trikes. Located between Funspot and the Golf Ball. Where single riders meet, couples welcome, eat & ride! Ride in Bike Show (best of show),biker games, great food 10% off, wing special, ice cream special, First Beer free, 2 for $5.00. 50/50 For Osceola County Animal Shelter. Vendors Welcome! Vendor & Volunteer inquiries: ckapp@artinmotionllc.com or (407) 361-9992 407-361-9992 at 6:00 pm - American Leg Post 250 Bike NigAmerican Leg Post 250 Bike Nig
Time: 6:00 pm
Middleburg, 3939 CR 218, Tuesdays 6-9p, fun, food, drink specials, music, all welcome at 6:00 pm - Miller Ale HouseMiller Ale House
Time: 6:00 pm
Tallahassee, 722 Apalachee Parkway, presented by Capitol City Harley, bike parking, live music, door prizes, Miller girls, 50/50 for charity, $6 pitcher of Miller Lite, $5 food specials, $2 drink and beer specials, 6-10p rain or shine, 850-222-0364 at 6:00 pm - Iron Horse Bike NightIron Horse Bike Night
Time: 6:30 pm
Ormond Beach, Iron Horse, US 1, 6:30, bike contest 1st Tuesday of month, cornhole contest 6:30p $50 first prize, drink specials $1.50 Twisted Tea $3 Three Olives, 386-235-3172 at 6:30 pm - First TurnFirst Turn
Time: 7:00 pm
Port Orange, 5236 S. Ridgewood Ave. (US1), 7-9p, $1.50 longnecks, live music by Diego and the Misfits, free hot dogs, 386-788-5434 at 7:00 pm - Shotski Bike NightShotski Bike Night
Time: 7:00 pm
Winter Springs, Shotski's, 350 E. SR 434, 10% off if you ride in, 50 cent wings and bike show with prizes, music, games, giveaways, Tuesdays, 7-11p, 407-756-8519 at 7:00 pm - Bru's RoomBru's Room
Time: 7:00 pm
Deerfield Beach, 123 NE 20th Ave., 954-420-5959 at 7:00 pm - Bike BashBike Bash
Time: 7:00 pm
Davie, Cowboy's Saloon, (formerly Gatsby's) 1805 S. University Dr., drink specials, music, bikini contest, show BMS keychain and get 50% off appetizer (don't worry if you don't have one they will give you one there) www.browardmotorsports.com, 954-436-9905 at 7:00 pm
- Celebrity Bike NightCelebrity Bike Night
- May 23, 2012
- Carolina Ale HouseCarolina Ale House
Time: 5:00 pm
Boynton Beach, 365 N. Congress Ave., every Wednesday, good time, great food at 5:00 pm - Quaker Steak & LubeQuaker Steak & Lube
Time: 5:00 pm
Pinellas Park, 10400 49th St. N, music, vendors, Bike of the Night winner, hosted by Radical Randy, 5pm rain or shine, this is huge, 727-572-9464 at 5:00 pm - Buffalo's Southwest CafeBuffalo's Southwest Cafe
Time: 6:00 pm
Jacksonville, 6055 Youngerman Cir., giveaways, charity 50/50 raffle, slow drag contests, vendors, live music, rain or shine, for the past 11 years!, 904-778-1101 at 6:00 pm - Chit Chat'sChit Chat's
Time: 6:00 pm
Pompano Beach, 651 N. Federal Hwy., BBQ, 954-843-1631 at 6:00 pm - Rack Bike NiteRack Bike Nite
Time: 6:00 pm
Brandon, The Rack, 813-571-7220 at 6:00 pm - Beef O'Brady'sBeef O'Brady's
Time: 6:00 pm
Clermont, fun, prizes, music, bike show, DJ Big Don, 6-10p,352-242-9700 at 6:00 pm - Heavy BurgerHeavy Burger
Time: 7:00 pm
Aventura, 19004 NE 29th Ave., sponsored by Peterson's Harley Davidson, $3 Yuengling and Miller Light, 305-932-7553 at 7:00 pm - Chit Chat's Bikes and BBQChit Chat's Bikes and BBQ
Time: 7:00 pm
Pompano Beach, Chit Chat's, 651 N. Federal Hwy, NW corner of 6th and Federal Hwy., 7pm-til?, March 2nd is Wild Shot Bike Night with Cindy Kosor Live Entertainment, Vendors, Giveaways, 2 for 1 Tequila, 5 for $10 buckets, Win! 37" Flat Screen TV, Spin the Wheel Raffle! Everyone Welcome!!!,954-943-1631 at 7:00 pm - Haley's PubHaley's Pub
Time: 7:00 pm
Vilano Beach, 176 Vilano Rd., Bike Night, 904-669-7399 at 7:00 pm - Harley & HoovesHarley & Hooves
Time: 7:00 pm
Orange City, Dales Ales, 2400 N. Volusia Ave., live music, free wings 7-9p, 386-775-2377 at 7:00 pm - Bank & Blues Blues JamsBank & Blues Blues Jams
Time: 8:00 pm
Daytona Beach, Bank & Blues Club, 705 Main St., live music, 386-252-9877 at 8:00 pm - Boothill Bike NiteBoothill Bike Nite
Time: 8:00 pm
Daytona Beach, 310 Main St., great bands, inside/outside bars, $1 domestics, 386-307-2882, see our website at 8:00 pm - Crabby Jack'sCrabby Jack's
Time: 8:00 pm
Deerfield Beach, 1015 S. Federal Hwy., 8p-til, live bands, beer & more,954-659-9957 at 8:00 pm - Micky's BarMicky's Bar
Time: 8:00 pm
Pompano Beach, 350 SW 12th Ave., live music, free buffet, 8p-til, 954-941-1611 at 8:00 pm
- Carolina Ale HouseCarolina Ale House
- May 24, 2012
- LongDoggers Bike NightLongDoggers Bike Night
Time: 4:00 pm
Palm Bay, LongDoggers, 4260 Minton Rd., Thursdays, 321-951-8884 at 4:00 pm - Mac's Mid Town BNMac's Mid Town BN
Time: 5:00 pm
Mac's Mid Town Tavern Bike Night-Holly Hill, US 1, Thursdays, happy hour, shuffleboard tournies, 6p-close, 386-226-1263 at 5:00 pm - Crossroads Grill Crossroads Grill
Time: 5:00 pm
Cape Coral, 211 Hancock Bridge Parkway, $1 buds, food specials, live music, 5p-til at 5:00 pm - Bike & Car HangoutBike & Car Hangout
Time: 5:30 pm
Tropical Park next to Palmetto, every Thursday, 5:30-11p, sponsored by Road Rage Magazine, 305-228-9180 at 5:30 pm - Porkie's Bike NitePorkie's Bike Nite
Time: 6:00 pm
Apopka, Porkie's, 256 E. Main St., music, fames, giveaways, 6-10p, Thursdays, 407-880-3351 at 6:00 pm - First Coast Bike NightFirst Coast Bike Night
Time: 6:00 pm
St. Augustine, First Coast Powersports, 2000 N. Ponce De Leon (US 1), 904-829-8955 at 6:00 pm - Cycle Gear Bike NiteCycle Gear Bike Nite
Time: 6:00 pm
Orange Park, 6-9p, Thursdays, food, giveaways, at 6:00 pm - Hog Wild Bike NiteHog Wild Bike Nite
Time: 6:00 pm
Daytona Beach, Hog Wild, US 1, $1 domestic draft, $2 domestic bottles, .50 wings, food and drink specials, live music at 6:00 pm - Murray's Bike NightMurray's Bike Night
Time: 6:00 pm
Yulee, Live music, $2 beers at 6:00 pm - Park Ave. Billiard's Bike NitPark Ave. Billiard's Bike Nit
Time: 6:00 pm
Orange Park, Park Avenue Billiards, 714 Park Avenue, Every Thursday from 6-10pm, Great food & prices, free pool, 2 for 1 for the ladies, 50/50 & raffles. 904-215-1557,In North region & weekly at 6:00 pm - Celebrity Bike NightCelebrity Bike Night
Time: 6:00 pm
Ormond Beach, Saints & Sinners, Steve & Steve from the Iron Horse are featured bartenders at this bike night, 6p at 6:00 pm - Hooter'sHooter's
Time: 6:00 pm
Tallahassee, 2000 N. Monroe St., $1 drafts, Bud and Bud Lite $3 6-10p, 850-562-0944 at 6:00 pm - Whiskey River Bike NightWhiskey River Bike Night
Time: 6:00 pm
Port Orange, 5005 US 1, Thursdays, Live music, free food, bike wash girls, 6p-till last person leaves, ONCE AGAIN BIKER OWNED! 386-492-3572 at 6:00 pm - LA Hangout Bike NightLA Hangout Bike Night
Time: 6:00 pm
Lutz, every Thursday, 813-964-5631 at 6:00 pm - Saints & SinnersSaints & Sinners
Time: 7:00 pm
Ormond Beach, Destination Daytona, US 1 & I95, drink specials, live music, 7-til,all bikes welcome, 386-671-7103 at 7:00 pm - Ajai Wiregrass BNAjai Wiregrass BN
Time: 7:00 pm
Wesley Chapel, Thursdays, 813-994-0002 at 7:00 pm - Sweeney's LoungeSweeney's Lounge
Time: 7:00 pm
Hallendale, 3200 W. Hallendale Beach Blvd., 7pm-?, ladies drink free 9-11pm (well,wine & draft beer) 5-4-10 Domestic Buckets,$3 Red Headed Sluts $4 Jager and Jack shots,$5 Jager Bombs,15% off food with Bike Keys, Exotic ladies dancing on the bar,954-987-1193 at 7:00 pm - Cafe 27 Chikee HutCafe 27 Chikee Hut
Time: 7:00 pm
Southwest Ranch, 4690 US Hwy 27 (Griffin Rd & US 27) across from Holiday Park, bands, lingerie gals, free drink raffles, beer specials, $10 domestic buckets, $14 Import buckets, 7-11p, 954-659-9957 at 7:00 pm - AsylumAsylum
Time: 7:30 pm
Boca Raton, 8221 Glades Rd., live music, Drink Specials, Free shot at buzzer, $2 domestic,$3 import,$3 whipped cream vodka shots, $4 Jager shots, 561-705-2780 at 7:30 pm
- LongDoggers Bike NightLongDoggers Bike Night
- May 25, 2012
- H&D Bike NightH&D Bike Night
Time: 6:00 pm
Merritt Island, H&D Roadhouse, SR 520, 321-449-1110 at 6:00 pm - Sunrise HD Bike NiteSunrise HD Bike Nite
Time: 7:00 pm
Sunrise, Sunrise HD, 201 International Parkway, live music, vendors, beer bucket specials, great food available, 954-858-1974 at 7:00 pm - Bar None Bike NightBar None Bike Night
Time: 7:00 pm
St. Augustine, Anastasia Blvd, 50 cent wings, $2.75 pints, $3 wells, raffles, 904-825-4202 at 7:00 pm
- H&D Bike NightH&D Bike Night
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Archive for February 2012
Ride Of The Fall – A Poem
By Wild Bill (The Alaskan Biker Poet)
The ground is cold and hard
There's a rock beneath my back
Larger than a boulder,
As I roll out of the sack.
I lay there for a moment
Watching shadows on the wall Read the rest of this entry »