By Lulu

Well, the terrible weather prediction didn’t keep anyone away, although few bikes were in the parking lot. Tilted Kilt had to move the band inside and the place was standing room only! The sexy barmaids and waitresses were hopping, trying to get everyone served. Out on the porch, a fundraiser for a local girl had ladies in Bucks for Becky shirts busy selling auction items, 50/50 and Jell-O shots. As always, anywhere I go when Bobby Friss is on the stage people are going to be entertained and the place will be packed. Tilted Kilt’s Bike Nights are always the first Saturday of the month with great live entertainment. On June 2nd it will be Jack Knife! So, whether you are north, south, east or west, Ocala is within a nice afternoon ride…get on your bike and RIDE to Marion County at 3155 Silver Springs Boulevard!

By Lulu

Let’s Ride had their open house…grand opening in April and the weather Gods didn’t treat them kindly. The band was set up in a huge outdoor space behind their new place in Port Richey at 7422 SR 52. Their new location went through major renovations to get ready for your shopping pleasure and it really looks nice! There was a bike show, food vendor and Big Daddy Don Garlits was onsite signing autographs and taking pictures with the folks. The Bearded Brothers Band pretty much got rained out at the time we left trying to outrun the rain to our next stop in Orlando. Stop in and see Lisa at her new place!!

By Lulu

What a perfect place to stage a massive motorcycle event! Skip’s Boots on International Speedway in Daytona not only has a huge parking lot. It had shopping!!! A perfect combination for a lady rider event. The Ribbon Riders attempted to break the world record of the most women on their own bike and although they fell short of their goal well over 600 bikes filled the parking lot! Not bad for the first try in during Bike Week. If you haven’t been into Skip’s new location it carries everything a woman wants! Boots of all styles including a huge selection of Harley boots, lots of bling on belts and jewelry, great cowboy hats to keep that sun off our pretty faces, jeans and other apparel that we all love at reasonable prices!!! Devin and the staff at Skip’s are always happy to help!

The after party was hosted by Broken Spoke with lunch provided by attorney Russ Brown. Grab a girlfriend next time they try to take the world record from the United Kingdom. We American lasses should be able to come up with 1132 girls on bikes just in the state of Florida alone!!!!

by Phoenix and Metric-HD

Recently, a local family lost everything in a devastating fire. The family lost their home and their business located below their home in the historic downtown Sebring district. To ease the pain and agony of this disaster, the WARLOCK MC took the lead on organizing a benefit ride for the family and the whole community stepped in to help. The ride started at the Warlock Clubhouse and headed south to Jaxson’s Bar and Grill on beautiful Lake June, home of the original Tuesday night BIKE NIGHT. From Jaxson’s we headed to one of my favorite stops, Bo David’s Restaurant where every Tuesday is Veteran’s Appreciation Day. Winding our way through the scenic outback of the county, we made our way to the clubhouse of the Veterans-in-Arms VMC, home of some of the youngest combat veterans in the county, for a quick pit stop. On the road again, we headed to the iconic Tap Room in Avon Park. The Tap Room has been hosting bike events, as well as, being deeply rooted in the community for years. The final stop on the benefit ride was at the newest hot spot in the biker community, the WILD HAWG. The WILD HAWG provided the awesome food and music to cap off a fantastic ride for a great cause. Thanks to everyone for pitching in to help this family in need. This is what we do in the Biker Community. GOD BLESS!!!!

By Lulu

I’m still not certain if the huge wooden motorcycle (taller than most buildings in Daytona, by the way!) was set ablaze or suffered spontaneous combustion due to the HOT girls in skimpy bikinis! Either way, what an amazing spectacle the Burning Bike becomes as it blazes across the dark skies. All week during Bike Week you can view and sign the monstrosity at the Volusia County Fairgrounds, but to see it burn you arrive at sundown and girls in bikinis entertain you in a super-hot bikini contest until time for the fiery show. During the week they also host camping, live music, vendors, and bike shows. Their website is FASTLANEDAYTONA.COM.

By Raven Van Pelt

It was an amazing day at Adamec Harley-Davidson, Baymeadows Rd, Jacksonville. Callahan Cruisers of North FLA hosted a car and bike show, with Second Shot Band, vendors, the Adamec Harley-Davidson staff, and everyone that came out to support!  A big thank you to the club’s
car and bike owners for supporting.

Callahan Cruisers meet every second Saturday at Dick’s Wings in Callahan and the 3rd Saturday at the Sonic off Normandy. For more information, check out their Facebook page.

By Lulu

Since Kneecap passed away the magazine hasn’t had a political, right wing column. And everywhere I go people tell me how much they miss not only “his opinion”, but also his humor! I can’t really be funny, but I have something political to state! There is no way I can deny I am a Republican. I want every sane person in the USA to own a gun, although I don’t. I want every illegal immigrant to either start a process to be legal or get the hell out! I want the Wall and I don’t give a damn who pays for it. I want the flag, the military, the police and firemen to be respected. And if by some chance a phone looks like a gun to a cop, so be it. If you see blue lights in your rearview mirror or someone knocks on your door with a badge, you better be on your knees with your hands behind your head until the law says, “You can relax”! The work the cops do every friggin’ day is dangerous! What happened to the saying, “Police, stop or we will shoot”? People used to put their hands up and freeze, now they just start videoing with a cell phone or run! They think being pulled over by a cop is a good shot at winning the lawsuit lottery. I don’t condone police brutality or profiling, but if you are in a crime infested neighborhood you should realize the cops are on edge the moment they punch the time clock! For your own safety, please do everything you can to protect yourself from the appearance of being a threat to them. I think the government should run TV commercials on how to protect yourself from being perceived as a criminal. By this point, if I haven’t offended half of my readers it is only because most of us who ride love America and our constitution. If I have offended any liberals who ride I am sorry; but, when Hillary wants to say that the females who voted for Trump voted for him because their husbands or bosses coerced them into it…I get angry. I voted for Trump because Hillary was an awful candidate, and he beat out all the other possible Republicans. I also was given an Ancestry DNA kit for Christmas that showed I was 10% Russian…so send the FBI and CIA to my house – I must be part of the never ending Russian collusion!!

Did I mention I am a member of the NRA although I don’t own a gun?
Thank a cop or fireman for the job they do, stand tall when you hear the National Anthem, and when you’re on the bike – don’t forget your sunscreen!

By Lulu

For Bike Week 2018 the grounds of Bruce Rossmeyer’s Daytona Harley-Davidson were teeming with shoppers. The Flaunt Girls put on aerial shows under the pavilion, Rhett Rotten’s Wall of Death and Urias Family Globe of Steel put on shows all week long at no cost. There was Powerhouse Arm Wrestling Contests, AMCA Bike Show put on by the Sunshine Chapter and Mark Brodie’s American V-Twin Custom Bike Show. Live music filled the stage including the Razorbacks on St. Patty’s Day. But the main reason people visit the dealership during Bike Week is to SHOP. Whether they are looking for a new or used bike or to find something new at the huge vendor area there is too much to check out in only one day. So, during Bike Week 2018 they served Kegs and Eggs daily to start every day of your Bike Week right!

As if Bruce Rossmeyer’s Daytona Harley-Davidson didn’t have enough to keep them busy this spring with Bike Week, motorcycle sales, weekly events at the dealership, remodeling the second floor and more…Mandy and Shelley did their yearly Sunrise to Sunset trip across the state and we were lucky enough to get to ride along! One thing those Rossmeyer girls love to do is RIDE! The ride this year started on the beach at Granada in Ormond Beach with sunrise at 7:01am. First stop was breakfast at Peach Valley and then off for a glorious day of riding to Cedar Key. We arrived without incident and checked in to Cedar Key Bed & Breakfast. Our room was the Honeymoon Room and the bed was perfect! The grounds of the B&B had awesome old oaks and lots of interesting places to sit and enjoy our company. The big surprise of this trip was a friend of the Rossmeyer’s hosted a low country boil for sunset at his home. I have had a lot of great low country boils, but this surpassed all!! The chef added cauliflower, asparagus, whole okra and brussels sprouts and it was perfectly seasoned!!

Check out their website for the monthly activities at BRHD.com; something is always going on from classes for new riders to live music and fun!!

By Lulu

I’m still not certain if the huge wooden motorcycle (taller than most buildings in Daytona, by the way!) was set ablaze or suffered spontaneous combustion due to the HOT girls in skimpy bikinis! Either way, what an amazing spectacle the Burning Bike becomes as it blazes across the dark skies. All week during Bike Week you can view and sign the monstrosity at the Volusia County Fairgrounds, but to see it burn you arrive at sundown and girls in bikinis entertain you in a super-hot bikini contest until time for the fiery show. During the week they also host camping, live music, vendors, and bike shows. Their website is FASTLANEDAYTONA.COM.

By Lulu

The hottest show in town was once again put on by Phaedra Lee at Main Street Station! Known for being one of the best music venues and hosting the largest bike night, they are making a name for themselves by putting on a sizzling bikini contest during Bike Week and Biketoberfest. This year, Tito Vodka was the sponsor and a line up of gorgeous women competed for a packed house of spectators on the final Sunday. I couldn’t pick a winner – each girl brought it to the stage! To give the men a chance to take home a Tito flag for their man cave, they competed in a Fannie pack dance off which was too funny for words. Whether it is Bike Week, Biketoberfest or anytime you are in the greater Daytona area, make sure to stop in at 316 Main Street. There really isn’t anyone who supports the motorcycle community all year long more than Main Street, with their $1 beer on Bike Night…so don’t be cheap…drink there on other nights of the week to thank them!!!

By Lulu

The front and back lots were filled beyond capacity! The front with amazing bike show entries. The back with throngs of thirsty bikers listening to great music by New York Rockabilly Rockets and Big Rick & The Troublemakers while drinking Twisted Tea, Miller Lite and other cold ones all to help raise funds for the local Veteran’s home. Sponsors included Cycle Source, Twisted Tea, Rue & Ziffra, S&S, The Horse, The Pocket Guide, JP Cycles, Iron Horse Saloon, Renegade Magazine, The Smoke Out, Dave Perewitz, Speedkingracing, B&D Customs, Biker’s Choice, Self Made Customs, Custom Chrome, Boomer’s Bike Shop, Led Sled, Billet Proof, Bare Bones, Mo’s Image Customs, Lucky Loser, Lowbrow Customs, Anvil Customs, DK Customs, Bling’s Cycles, Bikernet, Black Water Guns and Rider Now Magazine. David Sweat from the law firm Rue & Ziffra was on site along with Bill Grotto from Twisted Tea. They have both been big supporters of this wonderful motorcycle event. This was one of the biggest shows ever. It was a beautiful day and too much to look at!! Managed to catch a photo of Dave Perewitz and Billy Lane, two legends from the days of Biker Build Off. The Thursday of Bike Week or Biketoberfest, Tropical Tattoo in Ormond Beach is the best party in town and the right spot to get inked.

By Lulu

Under the sprawling old oaks in Ormond Beach is the Broken Spoke Saloon. So far only open during the rallies in the spring and fall, but it is one hell of a great party spot. The shade offered by the huge trees makes for a nice place to hide from the sweltering heat while listening to live bands and enjoying cold beverages. After dark, the trees are lit with little white lights turning the venue into an adult wonderland. The huge stage is great for show bands and the covered large pole barn is good for rain shelter during inclement weather. The beautiful grounds provide plenty of space for bike and car shows. Lots of good looking bar staff makes your drink purchasing a bit more pleasant! Uncle Kracker filled the place on the first weekend. Then all week-long Hairball and other bands kept music in the air. The last Saturday of Bike Week the Ribbon Riders attempted to break the world record of the most women riders. The official count was hosted by Skip’s Boots on International. Although the record wasn’t broken, over six hundred bikes filled the parking lot at Skips. The after party was at Broken Spoke where Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorney treated the ladies to lunch. I would really love to see this bar open all year long!

By Lulu

The owners of Insane Cycles and Muscle Cars in Ormond Beach, David and Kimberly, have completed a major move and renovation to their new location at 691 S. Yonge St. (US 1). The business is packed with show room quality bikes and cars. Everywhere you look there is something to catch your eye. From sweet sleek choppers to rusty renovations, there is something for everyone’s taste. They specialize in custom paint, airbrushing and pinstriping as well as sales of quality pre-owned bikes and cars. Insane loves muscle car restoration and are excellent at it. Really it is like a museum inside. They also do exotic seats if you are looking for something to set your bike apart from the rest! So, if you are thinking about purchasing or already own a restoration piece, check out the crew at Insane…if you can dream it, they can create it for you!
David and Kimberly are active in the local scene and we recently spotted them presenting a trophy at Broken Spoke’s Rat Rod Invasion show during Bike Week. And even the trophy was “Insane”.

By Lulu

There are all kind of things that cause a celebration, but few are more-worthy than a 75th birthday party!!! The owner of OB’s recently had hundreds join in for cake and cocktails to toast this grand mile marker! OB’s beautiful daughters and the rest of the friendly staff ran their tails off trying to keep up with the fun. Thunder Jack and Gin Mill Romeo kept the crowd tapping their feet all night long. If you haven’t made it out to their new bike night on Wednesdays from 6-10pm, you MUST! Every Bike Night they have an awesome $2-3 food special that Ken and the crew put out, live music, and great drink or beer prices. It has grown to one of the biggest bike nights in Volusia County, at 1750 N. Woodland Blvd. in Deland.