Bikers Welcome

From “TJ”

I hope everyone is making it through the Dog Days in good shape. The heat has been brutal, but we have to push ahead. I’m still on my bike almost every day, a lot of times dodging rain and sometimes getting soaked, but that’s the way it goes. Better days are coming soon! In August we always look forward to the biggest party event on Thunder Roads’ radar. Too Broke for Sturgis party at Pirates Pub in Paisley is a blast. This year we are too broke, but even when we aren’t we still get excited about Mark’s party. Take a beautiful ride out through the woods on Sat the 8th and enjoy the live music and ice-cold adult beverages.

Gator Harley-Davidson is well known for their generosity and support of charities. This month they are hosting 2 big events for St Judes. Saturday the 15th is their Casino Night. We went last year and had a lot of fun gambling for a cause. And then on Sat 29th is the Cruisin for St Judes ride. That’s a big one that you won’t want to miss. Gather your riding peeps and show up to support the kids, it ends this year at Dirty South Saloon. See the ad in this issue!

This issue contains a feature article about OCC Roadhouse and Museum and their recent spring event. We have been attending this one for the last few years as well as the fall event coming up in November. While looking at the pics and recounting the weekend, I was reminded of a restaurant we have been eating at the last several trips over to Pinellas. Parkside Café is a well-known local spot that a parking lot attendant recommended when we asked him where to eat. The food is exceptionally good, the price is right, and the service is top notch. The place is always packed for a reason. Thanks to the management and staff for being friends of Thunder Roads Florida.

See ya on the road,
T.J.