October 2025 - Issue #327

IF YOU GO DOWN, WE’VE GOT YOUR BACK

Mark Infield Founder - Ride In Peace 12/06/1949 - 7/02/2021

Molly “WildThing” Infield Executive Editor / Financial Officer Molly@FullThrottleMagazine.com

Lincoln Infield Managing Editor / Art Director Lincoln@FullThrottleMagazine.com

Maggie Infield Production Assistant / Dancing Queen

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Lincoln, Alan, Scott, Christian, Trisha, Bill, Len, Rob, Pam, JB, Greg, Tim, Josh, Scott P., Reni

Alan Dockery, Lincoln Infield, Brad Patton, Chi, Cruisin’ Gal, Len “3Wheel” Montgomery, Rob Harper, Kevin Sayers, Karen Hatchett, Anthony Weston, Kathy Lynn Parnell

WildThing, Alan Dockery, Lincoln Infield, Chi, Cruisin’ Gal, Floyd Baker, Rob Harper, Trish Chance, Karen Hatchett, Kathy Lynn Parnell

LETTER FROM THE EDITORS

ooks like fall, feels like fall, must be fall! but that doesn’t mean there’s not a ton of great riding and events to hit up! October is CRAZY! We are kicking off October in Myrtle Beach with the Fall Rally. We’re gonna be all over the place at the rally and we are also hosting TWO bike shows. October 2nd our Chop Suey - Chopper and Antique Bike Show at Barnacle Bill’s in Murrells Inlet and then our October 4th Fall Rally Bike Show at Bubba’s Bar And Grill in Myrtle Beach. Both shows are free to register and have killer trophies and prizes. You’ll also catch us at The Rat Hole, 17 Customs, The Dirty Armadillo, Beach Customs and late nights at Thee Dollhouse. If you’re not hitting the rally you should check out The Art Moto bike show, also October 3-5, at Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson in Raleigh, NC. The weekend of October 10-11th we will be in Denton, NC for the Antique Motorcycle Club of America Swap Meet and Campout and in Winston-Salem for Madhouse Harley-Davidson’s Grand Opening party…don’t forget about Cox’s Harley-Davidson Miles For Mammograms in Asheboro, NC. Then it’s off to Daytona for Biketoberfest and a little relaxation (lol). We are finishing off the month at Cox’s Double Eagle Harley-Davidson for the last Full Throttle Bike Show Tour date of the year on October 25. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg, check out the Cruisin’ Calendar on Page 8 to get all the dates.

The 55th Annual CBA Fall Swap Meet is on the front cover and will be our first event of November. This is a great old school biker event done right. If you are looking for old motorcycle parts, live music, bike shows or a good time with your biker friends, you’ll find it at the CBA Swap Meet. Plus, you’ll be funding our state motorcycle rights organization as they work on biker legislation. This is a must attend event and since its November 8-9 it will be a good place to pick up November magazine fresh off the press. Come to think of it, the Swap Meet is usually where the Carolinas’ Biker Lawyers debut their yearly calendar!

Anyway, blah blah blah, read the magazine, go ride your motorcycle, have an adventure, then repeat. We will see you out there!

Printup, Harriet McDowall

Come Join Us !!!!!

By: Trish ChanCe

OW, We are in the 54th year Of the nual Swap meet that is presented by Charlotte Chapter of Concerned Bikers Association…. Talk about a long running event.

For those of you who know about this already or who is or has been involved with the Concerned Bikers Association …. AKA: CBA … The Charlotte Chapter puts this show on twice a year. Spring is on the 4th weekend of March and Fall 2nd weekend in November.

November 8th & 9th are the dates you need to mark on your calendar for this year’s Fall Show. So, mark, mark, mark away.

The event will take place at The Rowan County Fairgrounds located at 1560 Julian Road, Salisbury NC. November 8th and 9th from 10am to 6pm

Gates open to the public at 10am on both days. Admission fee is $20.00 for one day, $30.00 for a 2-day pass. There will be music, food vendors, parts vendors, jewelry, leather all sort of things that may peak the Bikers interest. No kidding, at the last event a vendor had saddles for horses and sold every one of them. Who knew, huh.

NOVEMBER 8-9, 2025

The Rowan County Fairgrounds 1560 Julian Road, Salisbury NC. November 8th - 9th • 10am-6pm

Have a bike you want to show off…. Two chances to do this. Ride in Bike show scheduled for Saturday noon to 4pm or you can enter your bike into the weekend Bike show for the cost of $25.00 for a chance to win the People’s Choice award for a cash prize. We have other events scheduled Beard Contest, Tattoo Contest, and Wet-T-shirt. All of the contests scheduled between 3pm and 5pm. Subject to change due to participation.

We are the oldest running Swap Meet and bike show on the East Coast! Interested in becoming a vendor? We can help you with that. 10x 10 inside building is $120.00 for the weekend of the show and the 12x12 outside in the midway is $100.00 the weekend of the show. Come out check us out and have fun, eat, drink and have fellowship.

The Concerned Bikers Association was established to protect all motorcyclist rights by being your legislative representative and added voices, but we need your help with this. In the 70’s, 80’s and still today laws are written without regard to the

biker communities. We have established MSAP … Motorcycle Safety awareness program that is teaching and educating younger (and older) about sharing the roads … look twice safe a life programs.

At our CBA booth we will also have a membership drive where you can sign up for $10.00 and a few perks that come along with membership. We want to encourage our younger individuals to become part of the voices and numbers needed to address their concerns. To be a part of ensuring they continue to have the freedom to walk out, jump on their bike and ride, which was not always the case. Unfair legislative and unjust stereotyping was what biker communities faced. Change will not come just because we want it. We must have the voices and people to make the change. We would love to have newer generation involved that can bring their ideas to the table and carry on the torch that started so long ago. The question is who is going to fill those shoes if you are not involved?

Rather you call yourself a biker, motorcyclist, cyclist or rider, we are all after the same thing. Freedom to ride and protecting our rights to ride. I could go on and on but how about coming to the show and stopping by our CBA booth, I will be there, and we can talk more.

Until then Ride free and Safe, Secretary of Concerned Biker Association Charlotte Chapter Check us out at info@charlottecba.org

For more information:

SWAP MEET DIRECTOR

Rick Nail 704-455-6245

Cell 704-577-1546 Macman.nail@gmail.com

BIKE SHOW DIRECTOR

Genevia Morgan 980-328-9889 gmmorgan88@outlook.com

CHARLOTTE CHAPTER PRESIDENT

Joe Harvell 980-521-3844

Rockcrawler905@gmail.com

OCT 1 WASH IT WEDNESDAY Shipwreck Harley-Davidson, 6620 Market St., Wilmington, NC. 11am-3pm, free bike wash. www.shipwreckhd.com, 910-7919997

OCT 1 THEE DOLLHOUSE WELCOME BIKERS FALL RALLY PARTY 3001 Hwy 17 S, North Myrtle Beach, SC. $1,000 Amateur Contest, daily happy hour, 1,000’s of entertainers, drinks & food avail. www.theedollhouse.com

OCT 2 SHIPWRECK HARLEY-DAVIDSON HAPPY HOUR 6620 Market St., Wilmington, NC. 4-6pm, *2 drink limit. Please drink responsibly. www.shipwreckhd.com, 910-701-9997

OCT 2 CHOP SUEY 2 CHOPPER & ANTIQUE MOTORCYCLE SHOW Barnacle Bill’s Rum & Raw Bar, 552 US-17 Bus, Murrells Inlet, SC. 12-4pm, free reg 12-3pm, chrome toaster award ceremony 4pm. 336-885-5400, www.fullthrottlemagazine.com

OCT 2 BEACH CUSTOMS SWAP MEET 11794 Hwy 90, Little River, SC. 10am4pm, all sellers welcome, owner set up. www.beachcustomsinc.com, 843-3995099

OCT 2 17 CUSTOMS BIKE NIGHT Dirty Armadillo, 2551 Hwy 17, Little River, SC. 6pm, live music, food & drinks avail. www.17customs.com, 843-281-0525

OCT 2 TRIKE NIGHT The Javelina Texas Bar & Grill, 10785 SC-707, Murrells Inlet, SC. 5-10pm, live music, food & drink specials, 50/50, door prizes. Carolina Trikers is accepting donations of new bicycles for children in Horry Co. Benefits Under The Wings of an Angel. FMI, 843-877-7194

OCT 3 HOW MUCH FLAIR CAN YOU WEAR Shipwreck Harley-Davidson, 6620 Market St., Wilmington, NC. How many pieces of H-D apparel will you wear at one time? Win Shipwreck H-D swag. www.shipwreckhd.com, 910-7919997

OCT 3 17 CUSTOMS BIKE WEEK WELCOME PARTY Dirty Armadillo, 2551 Hwy 17, Little River, SC. Live music.

OCT 3-4 CVMA CH 15-7 HAUNTED HILLS RIDE American Legion Post 47, 171 Legion Dr., Waynesville, NC. Fri: 7pm, food, drinks & fellowship. Sat: Reg 10am, KSU 12pm, $20/rider, $10/2up, escorted ride, food, raffles, auctions, live music, primitive tent camping avail. Benefits Veterans needs in western NC. Boomer, commandercvma157@gmail. com

OCT 3-5 ART MOTO 25 Tobacco Road

Harley-Davidson, 1126 S. Saunders St., Raleigh, NC. 100+ motorcycles, 100+ vendors & artists, food trucks, *beer garden, stunt shows, meet & greet w/ Pro Road Racer Max Flinders & more. Buy tickets at www.artmoto.com, use code FullThrottle for a discount. 919-832-2261

OCT 4 3RD ANNUAL SAMARITAN RIDE FOR HEALING Charles B. Aycock birthplace, 264 Governor Aycock Rd., Fremont, NC. Reg 9:30am, KSU 10:30am, $20/rider, $10/passenger, breakfast & coffee at reg. Lunch provided, fellowship, games, car show, door prize tickets, shirts avail. Big A, 252-289-5568 or Joker, 919-221-8737

OCT 4 TAILPIPES & TATAS Fort Bragg

Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. Reg 10am, KSU 11:15am, food avail. www.fortbraggharley.com, 910-864-1200

OCT 4 BIKER BRUNCH & BURNOUT

Shipwreck Harley-Davidson, 6620 Market St., Wilmington, NC. 10am-2pm, food, drinks, music, burnout competition 12pm, win $150 off new tire. www. shpwreckhd.com, 910-791-9997

OCT 4 FULL THROTTLE FALL RALLY

BIKE SHOW Bubba’s Bar & Grill, 1125 Dick Pond Rd., Myrtle Beach, SC. Free reg 11am-3pm, awards 4pm, cash & trophies in all classes. 336-885-5400, www. fullthrottlemagazine.com

OCT 4 LEATHERNECKS NATION MC 3RD ANNUAL FALL BEACH BASH

American Legion Post 178, 3950 Hwy 17 Bus, Murrells Inlet, SC. 12-5pm, $20/ donation incl food. Cash bar, live music, gun raffle, raffles, door prizes, first 100 attendees receive custom challenge coin.

OCT 4 CHARITY BIKE SHOW Hooters, 10133 N. Kings Hwy, N. Myrtle Beach, SC. Reg 10am, show time 12pm, $20/entry donation. Trophies, people’s choice, silent auction, 50/50. Benefits local Veteran organizations. 703-489-9824

OCT 4 RED KNIGHTS SC1 – 1ST ANNUAL ALL AMERICAN RIDE The Rock Church, 1408 Mill Pond Rd, Conway, SC. Reg 9am, KSU 12:15pm, $20/person, shirt for first 200 pre-reg, rain or shine, car show. Benefits The Shepherd’s Table. www.shepherdstableconway.org

OCT 5 BIKER CHURCH WITH CMA Shipwreck Harley-Davidson, 6620 Market St., Wilmington, NC. 12-2pm lunch, 2pm service. www.shipwreckhd.com, 910-791-9997

OCT 5 ANNE BUNNY’S REBELLION RIDE Planet Fun & Starz Grille, 349 Whiteville Rd NW, Shallotte, NC. Reg 10:30am, $25/rider, $10/passenger, prizes awarded 4:30pm. Benefits CVMA NC 15-13 Silver Coast Chapter. www. cvma15-13.com

*Please drink responsibly.

OCT 5 NAM KNIGHTS MC BENEFIT

RIDE Jamin Leather, 1222 Port DR., Myrtle Beach, SC. Reg 10am, $20/bike, $10/passenger. Winnings, drawings, raffles & live auction. Benefits P.G.A. Hope, Veterans with disabilities.

OCT 9 DOG HOUSE HARLEY-DAVIDSON BIKE NIGHT 1178 Galleria Blvd, Rock Hill, SC. 5-8pm, live music, food truck, free beer* with The Dog House Divas, bike or treat, costume contest, $500 gift card giveaway entry winner revealed. 803-327-1183, www.doghousehd.com

OCT 10 UPTOWN LEXINGTON BIKE NIGHT Bull City Ciderworks, 599 S Railroad St., Lexington, NC. 5:30-9pm, music, food trucks, vendors, best bike on the lot, best burnout, cash prizes. Jack Waters, jackw@bullcityciderworks.com, 336-425-5959

OCT 10-11 16TH ANNUAL AMCA SOUTHERN NATIONAL MEET & CAMPOUT Denton Farm Park, 1072 Cranford Rd., Denton, NC. $12/adult, $6/ages 5-11, kids 4 & under free. Swap meet, antique bike show with cash prizes, vendors, food, guided rides & more. Mike Bruso, 864-804-9509

OCT 10-11 THE ALL HARLEY WORLD SHOOTOUT Farmington Dragway, 2992 NC-801, Mocksville, NC. FMI, Paulshdfatboy@netscape.net

OCT 10-11 MADHOUSE HARLEYDAVIDSON GRAND OPENING PARTY 3441 Myer Lee Dr. Winston-Salem, NC. Friday night bike night, 6-9pm, with live music, free beer, food trucks. Saturday Grand Opening Party, 12-4pm, with Stunt Show, Live Music, Madhouse H-D merch, food trucks, tattoos and more. 336-6467461 smokinharley.com

OCT 11 BLUE COLLAR CYCLE CO 6TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY 1017 Old W. Innes St., Salisbury, NC. 12-6pm, live music, food & drinks avail. www.bluecollarcycle.com, 980-621-7399

OCT 11 TILLEY H-D SUEDE & CHROME, HOTRODS & HARLEYS 1226 Morland Dr., Statesville, NC. 10am-5pm, pre 1980 Harley bike show, *free beer, live music, hotdogs, awards, ice cream, vendors, door prizes. www. tilleyhd.com, 704-872-3883

OCT 11 16TH ANNUAL HEORES RIDE

Freedom & Liberty Worship Center, 171 Key St., Pilot Mtn, NC. Reg 9am, KSU 11am, $25/bike. Breakfast avail, door prizes, 50/50, quilt raffle, chicken stew. Benefits Seeds Of Hope. www.heroeshelpingheroes.squarespace.com

OCT 11 VITTLES & VEHICLES FOR VETS American Legion Post 290, 436 S. Main St., King, NC. 8am-12pm, $15/ breakfast, tickets to vote. Breakfast avail., bike, car & truck show, trophies & awards, 50/50, patriotic raffles, Chinese auction. Hosted by: Leathernecks Nation MC Code Talkers CH. Proceeds assist in bringing the Traveling Wall to King, NC. Chief, 910-617-2141

OCT 11 THE RIDE RESCUE MISSION

Tobacco Wood Brewing, 2500 Meridian Pkwy, Durham, NC. KSU 1pm, live music, vendors, food, raffles. Benefits Vets To Vets & 51/50.

OCT 11 BIKES, BRATS & BURGERS

Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson, 1126 S. Saunders St., Raleigh, NC. 11am, *beer garden, bikini bike wash, live music. www.tobaccoroadhd.com, 919-832-2261

OCT 11 RIDE TO GIVE BACK Fort

Bragg Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. Food avail, bring non-perishable items for the food drive, White Cane Day mobility Event. www.fortbraggharley.com, 910-864-1200

OCT 11 JOCO ANGELS OVERDOSE AWARENESS DAY Benson Singing Grove, 400 E. Main St, Benson, NC. Vendors, live music & more. Christy @ freedombikerchurch.com, call/text 919550-3733 or 919-868-3697

OCT 11 1ST ANNUAL MOTORCYCLE FLAME RIDE CFCC North Campus, 4500 Blue Clay Rd., Castle Hayne, NC. NA-2 parking lot. Reg 9am, KSU 10:30am, $40/rider, $20/passenger, rain or shine. https://give.specialolympicsnc. com/event/2025-new-hanover-countysheriffs-office-motorcyle-ride/e676215, Benefits the Athletes of Special Olympics NC. Hosted by New Hanover Co. Sheriff’s Office & Red Knights NC. Sgt G. Moore, 910-409-6560

OCT 11 20TH ANNUAL MARION MOOSE RIDERS BIKE SHOW Marion Moose Lodge, 999 Bill Cook Dr., Marion, NC. Reg 10am-1pm, bike show 10am4pm, cash prizes, 2007 H-D Softail Standard raffle $10/ticket or $50/for 6 tickets, winner announced at 4pm. FMI, Jodie, jodiegirl83@gmail.com

OCT 11 MISS DOGHOUSE HARLEYDAVIDSON BIKINI COMPETITION

FINALE 1178 Galleria Blvd., Rock Hill, SC. 11am-3pm, food trucks, *free beer & bloody Mary bar, Halloween gift basket giveaway, DJ. www.doghousehd.com, 803-327-1183

OCT 11 NUTS & BUDS MOTORCYCLE & CAR SHOW FUNDRAISER 6470 Caratoke Hwy, Grandy, NC. $30/reg for car or bike show, free entry to the public, food, live music, collecting new unwrapped items. To reg call /text 757754-0867. Proceeds go to help families in need at Christmas.

OCT 11 1ST ANNUAL FALLEN BROTHERS RIDE The Beaver Bar, 3534 US-17 Bus, Murrells inlet, SC. Reg 9am, KSU 11:30am, $20/rider, $5/passenger. All bikes welcome. Hosted by: Roughnecks MC SC. 843-651-3838

OCT 11 BIKERS AGAINST TRAFFICKING FALL RIDE Thunder Road HarleyDavidson 4870 Riverside Dr. Danville, VA. Reg 8:30am, KSU 10:30am. $20/ rider, $30 with passenger. Vendors, music, photo booth. www.thunderroadhd. com 434-822-2453

OCT 12 TUTUS ON TWO WHEELS Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. 12-2pm, food, vendors, where your tutus, raise awareness for breast cancer. www.fortbraggharley.com, 910-864-1200

OCT 12 PASTOR APPRECIATION

DAY & LUNCH Freedom Biker Church, 669 Tarheel Rd., Benson, NC. Hangout 10am, rally 11am, come break bread & worship with us. Christy @freedombikerchurch.com, call/text 919-550-3733 or 919-868-3697

OCT 12 HELMET LAW SUPPORT RALLY The State House, 1100 Gervais St., Columbia, SC. 11am-12pm. Pro-choice helmet laws. www.abateofsc.org

OCT 18 BILLY GRAHAM BIKERS WITH BOXES RIDE Billy Graham Library, 4330 Westmont Dr., Charlotte, NC. 9:30am2pm, Pack Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes with gifts, load on bike & ride to Library with group, club or alone. Fellowship, music, complimentary lunch, giveaways. www.billygrahamlibrary.org, 704-401-3200

OCT 18 WIZARD SALOON 40TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY 651 21st St NE, Hickory, NC. All day & night, corn hole, drink specials, drawings for free prizes, dinner at 5pm. 828-327-8555

OCT 18 BLUE RIDGE HONOR FLIGHT HONORING SGM DON BARRETT South Rock Sports Grill, 830 Greenville Hwy, Hendersonville, NC. Event 10am5pm, KSU 11am. Poker hands, best & 2nd best hands, 50/50, silent auction. 828-698-2490

OCT 18 BOONE MOTORCO SWAP

MEET SATURDAY 3021 US-1 Hwy, Franklinton, NC. 12-4pm. Got parts? Need parts? www.boonemotorco.com, 919-925-8009

OCT 18 CROSSROADS H-D TAKEOVER AT NORTH WILKESBORO

SPEEDWAY 1921 US Hwy 421, Wilkesboro, NC. Ride your bike in the official parade lap, get free entry, spots are limited, call 336-667-1003. www.crossroadshd.com

OCT 18 HARLEY & HOOTERS Tobacco Road Harley-Davidson, 1126 S. Saunders St., Raleigh, NC. 11am, live music, wings & Hooter’s girls in the *beer garden. www.tobaccoroadhd.com, 919832-2261

OCT 18 5TH ANNUAL EASTERN NC

SHOVEL FEST Old School Bike Shop, 572 MC Wilder Rd., Louisburg, NC. 12-5pm, no cover charge. Vendors, bike show, swap meet, live music, raffle bike tickets, food. Coolers & chairs welcome. 919-729-0189

OCT 18 CRUISE TO THE COAST

American Legion Hair & Matthews Post #32, 3814 Legion Rd., Hope Mills, NC. Reg 8:30am, KSU 9am. Sun, food, drinks, door prizes, prize drawings. FMI, John Cook, 910-644-2436

OCT 18 LEGENDS & LITTLE MONSTERS Fort Bragg Harley-Davidson, 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. Food avail., Baby Kraken pumpkin carving & prizes for best designs. www. fortbraggharley.com, 910-864-1200

OCT 18 STAND WITH LILAH MOTORCYCLE RIDE BENEFIT Guardians Clubhouse, 4989 NC Hwy 704 E., Sandy Ridge, NC. Reg 9am, KSU 11am, $25/ bike, KSU 11am. Food, silent auction, Lilah has ATRT, which is a childhood cancer that causes brain tumors.

OCT 18 CHILI COOK-OFF FINALE Dog House Harley-Davidson, 1178 Galleria Blvd., Rock Hill, SC. 11am-3pm, free chili tastings, prizes, BBQ, *free beer w/ Dog House Divas. www.doghousehd.com, FMI on competing, marlee@doghousehd.com, 803-327-1183

OCT 18 CVMA CH 34-4 2025 ISLAND HOPPING CAMPING & BLACKBEARD’S CHARITY RIDE VFW Post 3433, 10154 Bell Wright Rd., Summerville, SC. Reg 8:45am, first bike out 10:15am, $20/rider, $10/passenger. Free BBQ, 50/50, prize raffle.

OCT 19 ARMED FORCES MC 38TH ANNUAL BERIUT MEMORIAL RUN AFMC Clubhouse, 3264 Burgaw Hwy, Jacksonville, NC. Free breakfast 9am, KSU 11am. FMI, Crawfish, 910-358-9119, Neil, 910-330-3633

OCT 22 BOONE MOTORCO BIKE NIGHT 3021 US-1 Hwy, Franklinton, NC. 5-8pm, music, food, games, shop talk. www.boonemotorco.com, 919-925-8009

OCT 25 EMBRACE PINK RIDE FOR A CURE Riding High Harley-Davidson, 3036 NC Hwy 68, High Point, NC. Reg 10am, KSU 11am, Proceeds go towards free or low cost screenings. www.ridinghighharleydavidson.com, 336-273-1101

OCT 25 RIDE & FUNDRAISER FOR HEATHER SHORE 405 Rocky Knoll Rd., Greensboro, NC. 336-763-0707

OCT 25 TOUR-PAK OR TREAT Two locations, Blue Collar Cycle Company, 1017 Old w. Innes St., Salisbury, NC. & Hickory location at 1814 US Hwy 70 SW, Hickory, NC. Contest & prizes. www. bluecollarcycle.com, 980-621-7399, 828228-0189

OCT 25 BIKETOBERFEST Lucky’s Saloon, 1453 Industry Dr., Burlington, NC. Games & prizes. 336-570-1050

OCT 25 CROSSROADS H-D FALL FESTIVAL 1921 US Hwy 421, Wilkesboro, NC. 1-5pm, test rides, pumpkin carving, costume contest, food, music, vendors. www.crossroads-hd.com, 336-667-1003

*Please drink responsibly.

OCT 25 OPERATION RESCUE

CHRISTMAS – MMIA Tobacco Road

Harley-Davidson, 1126 S. Saunders St., Raleigh, NC. Toy drive donations, guest singer, Charlemagne, Wheel of Fortune prizes all day. www.tobaccoroadhd.com, 919-832-2261

OCT 25 7 DEADLY SINS RALLY Cox’s Double Eagle Harley-Davidson, 7540 NC Hwy 15-501 S., West End, NC. 11am4pm, Full Throttle Magazine Bike Show, eating contest, slow races, raffles, food, drinks & sinful fun all day. www.doubleeagleharley.com, 910-420-1564

OCT 25 FULL THROTTLE BIKE SHOW TOUR 7 DEADLY SINS RALLY BIKE

SHOW Cox’s Double Eagle HarleyDavidson, 7540 NC Hwy 15-501 S., West End, NC. 11am-4pm. Free registration 11-3pm, awards 4pm. 10 classes + best in show. www.fullthrottlemagazine.com 336-885-5400

OCT 25 FORT BRAGG H-D ANNUAL HARLEYWEEN BASH 3950 Sycamore Dairy Rd., Fayetteville, NC. 3-6pm, food avail, Trunk-Or–Treat takeover, Nigh Riders candy crawl. www.fortbraggharley. com, 910-864-1200

OCT 25 MADISON COUNTRY TOY RUN Location & time TBD $20/rider or $20 new toy. Prizes, 50/50, music, shirts. www.madisoncountytoyrun.com

OCT 25 BREAST CANCER AWARENESS RIDE The Harley Shop At The Beach, 4002 Hwy 17 S, North Myrtle Beach, SC. Reg 10am, KSU 12pm, $15/ rider, $5/passenger, free coffee & donuts while they last, 50/50, live music, door prizes, best pink bra contest w/ cash prize, free testing. Benefits Conway Medical Center Foundation’s Mobile Mammogram Bus. 843-663-5555

OCT 25 OKTOBERFEST Dog House Harley-Davidson, 1178 Galleria Blvd., Rock Hill, SC. 11am-3pm, German food truck, Stein Hoisting contest, free axe throwing, live music, *free beer w/ The Dog House Divas. www.doghousehd. com, 803-327-1183

OCT 30 OTR THROTTLE THURSDAYS Main St, Mooresville, NC. 5-9pm, live music, food trucks, vendors, bike games. www.tilleyhd.com, 704-872-3883

OCT 31 LUCKY’S SALOON HALLOWEEN BASH 1453 Industry Dr., Burlington, NC. 8pm, live music, costume contest w/ cash prizes. 336-270-4068

OCT 31 HALLOWEEN PARTY Locked & Loaded Bar & Grill, 305 McCormick St., Garner, NC. Costume contest, music & prizes. 919-661-6688

OCT 31 2ND ANNUAL BAG-R-TREAT

Thunder Road Harley-Davidson, 4870 Riverside Dr., Danville, VA. 4:30-7pm, call today to participate. www.thunderroadhd.com, 434-822-2453

OCT 31-NOV 1 STEVE’S LEATHER HALLOWEEN WEEKEND PARTY 2461 Corporation Pkwy, Burlington, NC.

NOV 1 45th ANNUAL SMOKY MOUNTAIN TOY RUN Kearfott parking lot, 2858 US 70, Black Mtn, NC. 10am-1pm, $20/person or $20 new toy. Food, live music, 50/50, shirts.

NOV 1 CVMA CHAPTERS 15-11 & 15-9 OPERATION SANTA CLAUS RIDE

BullDog Harley-Davidson, 1043 Outlet Center Dr., Smithfield, NC. Reg 9am, first bike out 10:45am. Best & worst hands, all proceeds go towards Christmas gifts for Veterans at the NC State Veterans Home-Kinston. Rudy “Dutch” Muccitelli, 919-696-7965

NOV 1 SOUND OFF Shipwreck HarleyDavidson, 6620 Market St., Wilmington, NC. 11am-? www.shipwreckhd.com, 910-791-9997

NOV 1 250TH MARINE CORPS BIRTHDAY & VETERANS DAY RIDE, BIKE & CAR SHOW The Harley Shop at The Beach, 4002 Hwy 17 S, N. Myrtle Beach, SC. Reg 10am, KSU 11:15am. $20/ rider, $10/passenger. Music, food, drinks, raffles, door prizes. Presented by: Leathernecks Nation MC. Proceeds go to help Veterans in need.

NOV 1-2 THE DAY OF THE DEAD PARTY Big Daddy’s Road House, 7304 S. Hwy 55, Fuquay-Varina, NC. 919-5573202

NOV 8-9 55th ANNUAL CHARLOTTE CBA SWAP MEET The Rowan County Fairgrounds, 1650 Julian Rd., Salisbury, NC. 10am-6pm, bike show, cash prizes, live music, wet t-shirt contest, swap meet. Rick Nail 704-577-1546

NOV 8 VETERANS DAY PARTY Big Daddy’s Road House, 7304 S. Hwy 55, Fuquay-Varina, NC. All you can eat oysters & shrimp boil, while supplies last. 919-557-3202

NOV 8 3RD ANNUAL VETERANS DAY OF HONOR & WHOLE HOG COOKOFF Freedom Biker Church, 669 Tarheel Rd., Benson, NC. 9am-3pm, $10 donation to taste & judge all BBQ, cash prizes. Proceeds benefit local Veterans. Christy@freedombikerchurch.com, 919868-3697

NOV 8 BEAN’S 1ST ANNUAL MEMORIAL RIDE 807 E. Nash St., Spring Hope, NC. Reg 10am, KSU 11:30am, $20/bike $5/passenger. Food avail. after ride. Benefits Chapel Hill Christmas Supplies.

NOV 8 HAYWOOD COUNTY TOY RUN Park St Downtown Canton, NC. Line up 10am, KSU 1pm, $20/rider or new unwrapped toy, $10/passenger. Food, prizes, music, raffles, shirts. Hosted by WNC Bikers & Tows For Kids 828-5587929

NOV 15 TITS & TACOS Blue Collar Cycle Company, 1017 Old W. Innes St., Salisbury, NC. 12pm, live music, food & beverages avail. Benefits Breast Cancer Awareness Fund. www.bluecollarcycle. com, 980-621-7399

NOV 15 PEACE KEEPERS POSSE 3RD ANNIVERSARY POKER RUN Berkeley Shrine Club, 649 Lakeside Dr., Moncks Corner, SC. Reg 3pm, $25/rider, $10/ passenger. Best & worst hand cash prizes, gun raffles, 50/50, food.

NOV 19 BOONE MOTORCO BIKE NIGHT 3021 US-1 Hwy, Franklinton, NC. 5-8pm, music, food, games, shop talk. www.boonemotorco.com, 919-925-8009

NOV 16 CROSSROADS H-D WING COOK OFF 1921 US Hwy 421, Wilkesboro, NC. 12pm, $10/to taste test. DJ, adult beverages, snacks & drinks. www. crossroads-hd.com, 336-667-1003

NOV 22 28TH ANNUAL HENDERSON COUNTY TOY RUN Bill Moore Community Park, 85 Howard Gap Rd., Fletcher, NC. Reg 10am, KSU 1:30pm. BBQ lunch, door prizes, 50/50, shirts. Benefits local children. Crystal Quinn, 828-2437279 or Sandra Mims, 828-273-1817

NOV 22 MURPHEY’S 31ST ANNUAL

TOY RUN Scooter Shed, 114 Camelot Court, Kings Mtn, NC. Meet 11am, KSU 12pm, $10 + new toy per person, rain date: 11/23. Police escort, free BBQ after ride. Benefits Shriner’s Burn Center, Oxford Orphanage Masonic Home for Children, Cleveland Co. Sheriff’s Office & Kings Mtn Police Dept. 704-739-4707 or 704-477-5762

NOV 29 23RD ANNUAL POLK COUNTY

TOY RUN Tryon Arts & Crafts School, 373 Harmon Field Rd., Tryon, NC. Reg 10:30am, KSU 2pm, $10/rider, or donation of new, unwrapped toy. Door prizes, 50/50, Santa Claus, BBQ lunch provided, shirts avail, cash only. Barry Gee, 828817-3084

NOV 29 33RD ANNUAL KENNEDY

HOME TOY RUN Temple Church, 1500 Kingdom Way, New Bern, NC. Reg 9am, KSU 11:30am, $20/rider, $10/passenger, toys for kids or gift cards for teens appreciated. Lunch &prizes after ride. Bill, 252-670-7460 or Bruce, 252-229-1106

DEC 6 RIDING HIGH HARLEY-DAVIDSON ANNUAL TOY RUN 3036 NC Hwy 68, High Point, NC. Reg 11am, KSU 1pm, bring a new, unwrapped toy or $10 donation. www.ridinghighharleydavidson. com, 336-273-1101

DEC 6 34th ANNUAL CONOVER

SCHOOL TOY RUN Wizard Saloon, 651 21st St NE, Hickory, NC. Reg 10am, KSU 12pm, rain or shine. Christmas Pageant at NCHS. Make donation to Mike’s Hand-Up Charities. FMI, 828-327-8555

DEC 13 BUB’S RIDE OPERATION TOY

SOLDIER Blue Collar Cycle Company, 1017 Old W. Innes St., Salisbury, NC. Live music, food & drinks avail., Benefits the children of Iredell & Rowan Co. www. bluecollarcycle.com, 980-621-7399

2026

JAN 31 CAROLINAS’ FULL THROTTLE MAGAZINE 4TH ANNUAL CUSTOM BIKE SHOW Greensboro Complex Special Events Center 1921 W. Gate City Blvd. Greensboro, NC. TWO ROOMS, $12k in cash prizes for 25 classes, 300 Custom Bikes, 150 Vendor booths, Live Music, Tattoos and more. Registration begins Sept 2025. www. fullthrottlemagazine.com 336-885-5400.

AUG 22 16TH ANNUAL SHRINERS

CHILDREN BENEFIT Double D Burnout Saloon, 1408 E. Mountain St., Kernersville, NC. Live music, food plates, raffles, auction. FMI, Karen Hatchett, 336-9621445

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Blue Collar Cycle Company Block Party Bike Nights

By: LinCoLn infieLd

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W Innes St. Brandon McNeely started Blue Collar Cycle Company in a single building with just enough room for some inventory, and two lifts. Since then, Brandon has steadily built the company up, building by building. Literally, my dude acquired the neighboring buildings, one by one, until Blue Collar Cycle Company nearly consumed the whole block. Office space, showroom, a ton more space for inventory, a tattoo studio, maintenance area with multiple lifts and an event space. The Salisbury location did so well, Brandon expanded the brand to a second location in Hickory, NC. Along with the area’s largest inventory of used motorcycles, Blue Collar also hosts a variety of events including charity rides, chili cook-offs, toy runs, celebrations and one of the biggest bike nights in the area.

Blue Collar Cycle Company bike nights are legendary and

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bring riders in from all over the area on the third Thursday of the month in Salisbury. The party starts at 6pm and bikes line both sides of the street all the way down the block. There are always a couple vendors and a food vendor slinging some good chow. If you’re not hungry the Shankle boys are usually on the premises as well with their Psychonaut products. Whatever it may be that ails ya, they’ve got the cure! If you wander through the Blue Collar Compound, you’ll end up at the event space and there’s gonna be some live music on the stage. Pull up a bench and grab a cold drink and take in some tunes. Like usual there is a party out front where the bikes are parked and I would be willing to say that some folks don’t ever make it off the curb and instead shoot the breeze with their friends as the parade of bikes come and go from the party. If you make your way into the showroom, you will probably find a killer deal on a bike you can’t live without. No worries, there’s always a couple gals hanging about that can get you financed and send you home on a “new to you” motorcycle. Make sure you check out this bike night! It’s the third Thursday of the month and everyone who wants to have a good time is welcome. October may be the last month for bike nights, but Brandon always has a party planned and even hosts a huge Toy Run. Hell, you should stop by and check ‘em out even if they aren’t having an event. Check out the inventory, snag some BCCC swag or just hang out for a bit. Keep your eye on the Cruisin’ Calendar, we’ll let you know what they have coming up!

13th Annual 9/11 Memorial Ride At Myrtle Beach Harley-Davidson

By: Cruisin’ GaL (a.k.a. Pam Lory)

O yOu remember Where yOu Were On 9/11/2001? I sure do—it feels like it happened just yesterday. I was at work, unable to reach my husband, who was locked down at the nuclear plant in North Carolina. But honestly, that feeling was nothing compared to what many others experienced that fateful day. That’s why it’s so crucial to never forget 9/11.

Myrtle Beach Harley-Davidson held their 13th Annual 9/11 Memorial Ride on Thursday the 11th, and it felt like the largest one yet. Hundreds of bikes gathered at the dealership to register, enjoy coffee and donuts, listen to music from WAVE 104.1, and enter the 50/50 raffle.

Before the ride, there was a touching ceremony that included the National Anthem, beautifully sung by Jon Evans, the Presentation of Colors, guest speakers, performances by The Celtic Bagpipers, and a bike blessing delivered by Father Will. Listening to the guest speakers was incredibly moving, as each year reveals new stories of first responders’ bravery. Their tales always send chills down my spine and remind me of the unity we saw in America after 9/11—a unity we need more than ever today. It’s my hope that this ride brought a little bit of that hope back.

At noon, the kickstands were up, and the thunderous roar of 577 bikes and over 800 people filled the air. The sound was unforgettable. The ride, led by the Axemen MC, lasted about an hour and was police-escorted, passed through neighborhoods and past Lakewood Elementary School, where children stood by the fence holding American flags and homemade signs. The looks on their faces as they saw so many bikes were priceless. It was heartwarming to see how engaged these young minds are in remembering that tragic day.

The law enforcement officers who escorted the ride did a stellar job keeping us safe and together. A huge thank you to them for ensuring everything went smoothly.

Although the rain held off during the ride, it came down once we arrived at the after party. But it didn’t dampen the spirits for long! The celebration took place at Callie Baker’s Firehouse Bar and Grill, where they expertly hosted over 800 attendees. Food stations were set up to feed us all, and the

busy bar never missed a beat. The King Tide Band played great tunes while vendors offered a variety of items.

After everyone had eaten and enjoyed a cold drink, the Knights of Columbus held a flag-folding ceremony, and the Quilts of Valor were presented. The Quilts ceremony always moves me deeply—it serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by our heroes, ensuring our freedoms.

A huge thank you to Myrtle Beach Harley-Davidson for hosting this event each year, as well as to all the sponsors and partners. This year’s proceeds benefitted the South Carolina Mental Health for Heroes Organization, which provides mental health support and trauma counseling to our frontline heroes across the state.

Keep an eye on The Carolina’s Full Throttle Magazine Cruising Calendar for next year’s 9/11 Memorial Ride and other upcoming events. Until then, let’s remember the unity we shared on 9/12/2001 and strive to carry that spirit forward.

SmokeOut 25

The Original Chopper Party

By: LinCoLn infieLd PhoTos By

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mOkeOut 25 rOlled in tO rOWan COunty and kicked everyone’s ass. It’s an event that we look forward to all year long and then take a week to recover from. I mean, the SmokeOut is such a big deal that it influences the weather, and this year broke a two week run of 75 degree days to bring 90 degree weather back to the Carolinas.

The rally kicks off on Thursday and there was a line of bikers waiting to get in the gate and soak up some suds and start off a rowdy weekend early. Midday, that 90 degree weather brought in a heavy late summer storm and made for a soggy evening. But the SmokeOut is not a party that rain can ruin, and the bar tents were slam full of people making the best of it. The weather made the Twisted Tea Arm Wrestling table, a first year event, the main event for the night.

Friday was a whole different story, the weather had cleared, and we were gonna spend the day trying to keep up with the SmokeOut schedule. By 10am the Rowan County Fairgrounds were pulsing with the sounds of motorcycles of all kinds making laps around the midway, vendors getting ready for a busy day and campers trying to shake off the party from the previous night. Friday brought the first of four weekend bike shows in the form of the Dream Rides FXR Show that shared the midway with the Perewitz Paint Show. Both shows brought a ton of chrome and wild paint jobs and people to look them over.

It was about that time when event emcee, your ol’ pal, Jack Schitt’s voice came over the PA announcing the World’s Strongest Biker competition was starting up. This is always impressive as men and women battle it out to claim the World Strongest Biker Championship kidney belt and some cold hard cash. Both men’s and women’s division threw around some hernia inspiring weight in the engine carry, tire toss and deadlift.

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As soon as the World’s Strongest Biker comp was over, we went directly to the Shade Tree Bike Games on the other side of the midway. Signups were under way, and the Shade Tree boys were on the bull horn stirring up the contestants. Shitty choppers and shitty stock bikes battled it out in the slow race, weenie bite and balloon toss to find out who truly had command over their machine. Each contest was a battle of skill and shit talking til only one rider was left. I’d rather be lucky than good any day and luck was on my side that day as I made it to the finals in the slow race, which was way farther that I should have made it.

The Main Stage at the end of the midway was host to live music all day long on Friday including Chance Howland which was as close to a Waylon Jennings show as we will get now a days followed by Stillwater Junction and the Friday night headliner was Saving Able. But at 6pm the stage went quiet, and Jack Schitt was joined by SmokeOut purveyors Chris and Heather Callen gathered to officiate the Kick Start Competition. Yer bike better start on the first kick, or you are handed some Lowbrow ratchet straps and told to “get your piece of shit bike outta there”! Starting with the conventional kickstart, then the fonzy kick start, backwards kickstart, hand start, someone else kick start your bike until there were only two contestants left. Last year Coty Cavender, beat Zach Shipwash with the flying “kick heard round the world”, but Coty’s bike refused to fire under someone else’s kick and Zach ended up back in the finals seeking the kickstart title. The final round included a push up, then a foot race to the bar for two shots of Jager then race back to the bikes and the first one to start their bike won. Zach had the edge in the race and hand started his CB750 chopper with his hand for the win as the crowd went crazy!

When the celebration subsided, the crowd left the midway and filled the concrete stands in anticipation of the “now world famous” dirt drags, the highlight of Friday Night. Seriously though, this is one of the best parts of the SmokeOut. Minibikes, choppers, baggers, and dirt trackers alike line up and take scalding passes throwing rooster tails of dirt behind them. This is no place to joke around and the redline is met on each pass as the sun sets on Friday. A ton of shit talking is settled on the track and winners walked away with killer custom belt buckles as a prize. Each night is ended with Roadside Marty’s Wet T-shirt contest and while Roadside “wasn’t able to make it” this year (F&$K You Roadside!) Jack and Chris did a hell of a job hosting the contest in his stead.

Saturday dawned a new day and the dust had just settled over the dirt track as the gates opened for the final full day of SmokeOut 25. The hangovers were intense, but SmokeOut Alums don’t give in easy knowing that Saturday is another full day. We did a lot of visiting on Saturday. There a ton of great vendors set up around the midway with custom motorcycle parts, leather goods, custom motorcycles, vintage apparal, the back side of the midway loop had some good swap meet pickin’ too and I saw a few deals made. We spent a bit of time hanging out with Jerry at the Law Tigers tent by the front gate.

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The Law Tigers are a big sponsor of the SmokeOut each year, and that is a great place to watch the parade of choppers coming and going.

Saturday brings two more bike shows, the Ledsled Sportster Showdown and the SmokeOut Ride In Custom Bike Show. Ledsled piles up the wildest collection of Sportsters you’ve seen on the far end of the midway and the ride in show fills the area near the stage. But you’ll be distracted from the bike shows by the other events of the day. Returning for the second year was the Shit House Drag Races down on the dirt drag strip. Custom pulling shit houses are strapped to bikes that go head-to-head to see who has the torque to drag race to the finish line. Its good fun abuse for the bikes and the rider in the shit house gets a face full of dirt at the same time. It’s another SmokeOut must see event.

To beat the heat, you can slide in the Legends Gallery in the one air-conditioned building on the property. The Legends Gallery is set up by Eugene Randall of Cycle Showcase and is an absolute museum to some of the coolest bikes you’ll see. The bikes are all on their own platforms and the lighting is just right. Maybe it’s just the AC talking, but it’s an amazing site in there. There’s also a killer photo gallery set up to check out. The Legends Gallery also houses the Tankful exhibit where you can bid on custom painted tanks in support of Meals On Wheels.

The music on Saturday was kicked off by rally favorites, THEM! Followed by the Piedmont Boys and headlined by the Comanchero’s who brought the rally home. I had a bit of a conflict when THEM hit the stage. They put on a hell of a show, but it was also time for the minibike races. This is a SmokeOut staple and probably the longest standing sideshow at this event. This year’s track was amazing. Situated in a particularly hilly portion of the fairgrounds the minibike race featured hairpin turns, uphill jumps and even an asphalt portion of that brought the riders back around to the start/finish line. Misfits racing did one hell of job on this racetrack. The mandatory costume rule has been relaxed but the racing was intense!

I had to break away from the minibike racing to catch the last few songs from THEM while we looked over the ride in bike show. Chris and Heather honor us with a Full Throttle Choice in the bike show, and we seek out the coolest bike on the field that has a NC or SC tag on it. The ride in bike show awards was moved under the roadhouse bar tent to avoid an afternoon shower and that was a good call. It absolutely poured for about 10 minutes in the middle of the trophy presentation. It was cool to see a lot of our friends take home awards in the bike show. This year’s Full Throttle Choice went to Rodney Pooh Morton and his killer shovelhead chopper “Problem Child”. Best in show this year went to Rick Dozer’s hand built flathead creation. Honestly, I don’t know what to call this thing other than absolutely sick. Meticulously built, polished, an absolute spectacle, that was no doubt the best in show when it rolled onto the midway. Dozer won a killer Paughco roller along with the Best In Show honors.

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There wasn’t too much left to do other than jam out to the remaining bands and finish off all the bars had to offer. Late in the evening the 2025 Garage Build Off winner was announced as Michael Sekiewicz of Wallington, NJ. Michael put together a killer shovelhead chopper as his first motorcycle and his first build. He beat out a field of 12 garage build finalists and took home the epic title of Garage Build Off Winner and a cool $1000.

It’s been weeks since the SmokeOut and everyone is still talking about it. Those who were there understand what I’m saying and those who weren’t, just won’t understand. It is absolutely hands down one of the best times you will have at a bike rally. The crazy thing is, this article doesn’t cover ALL the happenings at SmokeOut, there are constant events, parties, celebrations and even some weddings! You just have to be there to experience the whole thing. Huge shout out to Chris and Heather of Cycle Source Magazine and their crew for putting on this epic event. It’s not an easy task and you can tell that they put their entire greasy old school chopper hearts into it! We spend all year looking forward to SmokeOut weekend, then a week or two to recover after the party! If you missed SmokeOut 25, you need to go ahead and put in for time off in September 2026 for SmokeOut 26, we will see you there!

Smokin’ Ride In Bike Show

By: LinCoLn infieLd

iding dOWn the driveWay tO the nearly full mOtorcycle only event parking at Smokin Harley-Davidson was exactly the way I imagined this event going. This was the last major weekend event for the Winston-Salem based Harley-Davidson dealer before they officially changed names to MADHOUSE HarleyDavidson. Earlier in 2025, Jamie Lima of Moonshine HarleyDavidson in Tennessee took charge of Smokin’ and has been adding HP to the piedmont ever since. He brought along some of his Moonshine employees and snagged Amanda Paul as the new marketing director to energize event calendar. All has gone according to plan.

The parking lot was as full as I’ve ever seen it, and riders were coming and going all day long. There was a DJ under the overhang that kept the tunes rolling all day long. He had something for everyone and there was no dead air all day long. The food truck was slinging grub and Smokin’ was handing out cold beer and that’s a good way to keep a crowd. I was interested in the Ride In Bike show. Amanda had set up a FREE ride in bike show with an exclusive parking area. It was as easy as it gets, no registration fee, no questionnaire, just snag a numbered bike show card, hang it somewhere on your bike and you’re in! There were a ton of good looking bikes trying to get top honors in the shows four categories: Best In Show, Best Shitbox, Best Vintage and Best Bagger.

While the bike show bikes rolled in and got wiped down there were plenty of things to keep you busy. There were a few choice vendors set up along the edge of the lot including the Carolinas’ Biker Lawyers and Clubstyle NC. Inside the dealership the AC was just right and there were killer deals in all the departments. That place was buzz’n with people. Near the back of the MotorClothes Dept. tattoo artist Megan Rhea was set up, laying down sweet event tats. This has been an extremely popular part of the recent Smokin’ events and there was a waiting list going. Another cool feature of the day was that Howlermano TinType Photography was set up outside the service department. Not only is Jeff one hell of a nice guy, his TinType portraits are as cool as they get. Not just ‘cause I am into vintage photography, either. Jeff creates a one of kind keepsake that yer gonna want to show off.

The afternoon concluded with the bike show awards. The Rebel Spirit had been commissioned to build custom awards for the bike show and Adam Parker’s bagger took home Best In Show trophy and some cold hard cash! The Vintage category went to Billy Harrelson’s Harley-Davidson Topper, this thing is as cool as it gets. Best Bagger went to a bold orange and black H-D bagger. The Best Shitbox title came with a Golden Toilet trophy and tickets to SmokeOut 25 and was awarded to Angel Talavera and his Ratfukt Shovelhead.

Next up in Winston will be the Madhouse Harley-Davidson two-day Grand Opening party on October 10-11th. There’s gonna be tattoos, vendors, food, stunt shows, live music and definitely good times! Make sure to get by there and hang out!

15th Annual Shriners Children’s Hospital Benefit

By: karen haTCheTT

aturday august 23 turned Out tO be a great day to raise funds for the 15th Annual Shriners Children’s Hospital in Greenville, SC benefit held at Double D Burnout Saloon. Overcast skies gave relief from the heat. Recording Artist Dalton Davis and his band donated their time and talent, providing some great tunes. Butch Medders and his crew cooked up some fall off the bone baby back ribs, which were a sellout. Carol Medders cooked up her famous cowboy baked beans and of course homemade coleslaw provided by Cindy Welborne.

Even with other events happening the same day, there still was overwhelming support for this great cause. WFMY News2 Meteorologist, Ed Matthews attending, as he has supported this for many years. Also in attendance was Greensboro Candidate for Mayor, Dr. Akir Khan (Republican), sharing his passion and how to make Greensboro better as well as showing support.

Heading up this benefit for 15 years, Karen and Scott Hatchett have so much support from the biker community and many others. The biker community has always been a large part of keeping this going each year and growing. The support of everyone from volunteers to attendees is overwhelming and heartfelt love from all. We and the children appreciate everyone’s support every year.

As each year, Jimmy Street and others from the American Legion Post 87 Riders presented a check for $500. We cannot express gratitude and appreciation we have for all the Legion Riders for their support and friendship over the years.

There were some great auction items brining in money for the children. Priscilla McCalls donated a basket which brought $500, The Amish Trading Post donated a nice rocking chair which went for $400. Thanks to Riding High HarleyDavidson, RH Barringer and IH Caffey for the great auction and raffle items. And to all others who donated items, time

and money.

Special thanks to Double D Burnout Saloon and owners Dave and Missi Thomson for letting us take over your backyard. To Niki Thompson for serving and making sure all had drinks in hand. Big Thank You to Butch and Carol Medders and team for cooking up a delicious meal and serving all who attended. Cindy Welborne for selling food tickets and Roz Voliva for rocking the raffle ticket sales. Bryan Beeson for handling the PA system and doing a great job with the auction and keeping all going fast and fun, and Dave Thompson for being our “Auctioneer”. The Carolinas’ Full Throttle Magazine for

advertising and promoting this benefit, as they have for the past 15 years. Springers of Greensboro gave a generous donation along with the additional cash donations collected.

A total of $6,201 was raised for the Shriners Children’s Hospital, helping crippled children walk and burned children heal. It’s always a good time of fellowship and giving each year. If you were unable to attend this year, hope to see you next year. Date to be determined and announced for next year. Again, this year was a successful benefit all around. Our biker community, and all the others are the ones who make it successful. See you all in 2026!

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TransAmerican Motorcycle Endurance Run Crosses NC

he first feW days Of september might have had yOu wondering where the time machine was. Yes, those are hundred-year-old motorcycles racing across North Carolina. For a few days, the couple dozen riders on The TransAmerican Motorcycle Endurance Run raced toward the mountains and beyond.

This is a new event for motorcycles more than 100 years old. They are hauling antique ass from North Carolina to Oregon. Covering 4,000 miles on those old machines in 16 days.

The TransAmerican Motorcycle Endurance Run participants gathered at Outer Banks Harley-Davidson for the pre-party and get machines and riders ready to head West. Their first day was water on both sides of the road leading to flat farmland. Riders logged 245 miles as they were just getting started, spending the night in Apex.

The next day was only 142 miles. Slow down and enjoy the Carolina Piedmont as they ride into the first gentle hills and curves. The destination was Westside Twins in Statesville. Perfect place to stop since Westside has a large parking lot and plenty of workshop space.

The American Legion Riders greeted folks with hamburgers, hotdogs and chili. I know what they serve and its fresh local meat. Damn good grillin.

“We really had no idea what to expect having the Trans American Endurance Run stop at the shop,” said Janette Thornley, owner. “But man, what an amazing day and night! We hadn’t seen that much energy running through the shop since we opened. The best part, seeing the teams working together and our lifts having these more than 100 year old machines on them. Look forward to 2027, hope to host them

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The riders and crews loved Westside Twins. They talked about how it felt like they had known the staff forever and how accommodating and generous everyone was. Quickly riders were greeted and bikes needing mechanical attention pushed into the shop. Hey, who has a lathe we can use to turn this bolt down?

The TransAmerican staff appreciated the local folks who came out to see the motorcycles and watch them being worked on. They said the stop in Statesville at Westside Twins was the kind of fun and supportive atmosphere that makes the run so special.

From there they headed west into the mountains. Those old machines struggled as the climb reached 3,000 feet. Clutches were smoking and belts snapping as the engines got hotter.

Saturday’s stop was one of the coolest places in the Carolinas, Wheels Through Time Motorcycle Museum in Maggie Valley. Y’all can imagine how many folks and antique motorcycles were there to greet the TransAmerican riders.

The next day they were heading into Tennessee and on to the West Coast. To check out the daily blogs and final results go to --- WWW.MOTORCYCLETRANSAM.COM

To enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of old motorcycles ride over to The Antique Motorcycle Club of America Southern National Meet in Denton, NC, October 10 – 11. The theme is Sidecars. When you see me riding around the Farmpark in a sidecar with Rick Allen, wave.

Ride For Freedom

By: roB harPer

he 2025 ride fOr freedOm tOOk plaCe On september 7. Event registration started at 11am at Bud’s Tavern in Youngsville, NC. The morning started off with light drizzle. But the weather station promised things would dry out around noon. When I got to Bud’s there were already 50-60 bikes lined up, and the weather was getting better. A total of 120 bikes registered for the ride before registration closed. There was a rider’s meeting, prayer and bagpipe players to send us off at 1:30 on a 65 mile police escorted ride through Franklin County countryside.

When we got back to Bud’s the crew had pulled pork, BBQ chicken and sides ready. While we were out on the ride several more people had shown up to make a donation and grab a BBQ plate. Tripwire Band from Franklinton were pumping out high powered classic rock tunes. The inside and outside bars were open for business, and raffle tickets were being sold. Several vendors were set up and folks were checking them out. Temperatures were a bit on the cool side, so the fire pit was stoked up and people gathered around it.

Many thanks to the hosts, riders and volunteers that made this event happen. At the end of the day, $13,600 was raised. The 50/50 raffle winner donated $400 back to the kitty. The Ride for Freedom proceeds goes to Tunnel to Towers Foundation. The Foundation provides mortgage-free homes to Gold Star and fallen first responder families with young children and builds specially adapted smart homes for catastrophically injured veterans and first responders. Myself, wife and friends that participated really enjoyed this ride and plan to do it again next year. Let’s help America’s heroes’ families! Check out T2T.org for more information.

From The Bitch Pad Going North In October (Niagara

Falls & NY State Wine Country)

By:kaThy Lynn ParneLL

(come say “hello” on Instagram: #fromthebitchpad)

Oing nOrth in OCtOber means trailering is absOlutely necessary. Weather can be a mixed bag: everything from wonderful to ugly, sometimes all in the same day. So, we loaded Willow (our Indian Roadmaster) in our 5th wheel toy hauler, with HoneyBun at the wheel of a dually (Ram 3500, 6.7L Cummins Turbo Deisel doing all the hard work – Grrrrrr!!!). We were essentially “glamping”.

Our trip started off wet, so our rig got an early bath, but Willow was snugged inside, probably wishing she was on the road, zipping down the curvy part of 220 just South of Roanoke VA. Fall is such a great time to travel, with all the vibrant colors that Mother Nature puts forth. We got as far as Altoona PA, sticking with 220 mostly, then on 99, avoiding the craziness of I-81; it was an eight hour journey, plus our pit stops to fuel up, go potty, check on Willow and her tiedowns, and grab a bite. We didn’t book any campsites in advance, so we spent the night at Walmart’s luxury RV park (our first time). Here’s the best part: there was a place right handy called Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Sports Bar, which was perfect. You’ll have to give a try; apparently it is a chain which has become a cultural icon founded in 1933 in Pittsburgh. It was fortuitously quiet in that big 24/7 parking lot with a bar right next door, so we slept well. The next day’s destination was just a short 5 hours to Niagara Falls, crossing the border into Canada and staying at Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp Resort, which was only 3.5 miles away from the falls with a shuttle service (this worked out well because it rained, so Willow remained inside). Niagara Falls is one of the Wonders of the World, recognized as having the greatest

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flow rate of any waterfall throughout the globe: 3,160 tons of water flows over the falls every second. This accounts for 75,750 gallons of water per second over the American and Bridal Veil Falls and 681,750 gallons per second over the Horseshoe Falls. It was sunny and warm at the campground when we hopped onto the shuttle, but by the time we got to the falls, the mist and spray made it chilly and damp. We did all the touristy things, which included wearing a blue rain coat (aka a garbage bag with holes), and we got wet. My trusty camera fogged up with the dampness, so all of my shots were mediocre at best. This spot is worth the trip so be sure to add it to your bucket list.

Once again, it was time to hit the road.

My HoneyBun makes the best plans, and sometimes we experience the unexpected.

Back across the border, then along #5, the Great Lakes Seaway Trail. The temperatures were unusually warm for this time of year in these parts. We were in no particular rush, so we pulled into the first campsite we came across, after just two hours on the road. Westfield/Lake Erie KOA is located in amongst a cluster of vinyards with a view of the lake (which could pass for an ocean). We parked, sprang Willow from her shackles and took a scoot along the Lake Erie Wine Country Trail, stopping here and there to sample the “concord grape elixer” along the way. We became aware of a sweet and floral aroma in the air, realizing it was actually the smell of the ripe grapes being harvested all around us. WOW! Welch’s Grape Juice Factory was just around the corner and we putt-putted behind slow-moving tractors with trailers full of grapes. We were to learn, at one of the vineyards, that the transport of the concord grapes is a gentle process, so as to not bruise the grapes. How cool is that?! Quick fact: Welch Factory Building No. 1 is a historic grape juice factory located at Westfield in Chautauqua County, New York. It was built in 1897 and expanded in 1899 and 1903. It is the oldest surviving structure associated with the Welch’s company. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983 (www.roadtrippers. com). Back to the campsite to build a fire, cook something and enjoy a few bevies, with a local radio station playing our favorite tunes in the background. Isn’t that the life? Our next stop was Candy Hill Campground in Winchester VA; we had a date with friends for supper at one of our favorite Mexican restaurants (discovered when living in Hagerstown MD). The campground was abuzz with leaf change chasers (or leaf peepers), there to observe and photograph the fall foliage. Interesting crowd. We had a white-knuckle ride home the next day. We traveled down 15 to 220, then we came upon tropical storm flooding in the Ronaoke VA area, with high winds, torrential rain, downed trees and power lines. Just a wee bit stressful. As it turned out, we were only moments ahead of many road closures. I’m sure Willow was happy to be tucked inside, snug-as-a-bug-in-a-rug. All in all, our trip went well and we were happy to be able to enjoy some time on two wheels.

Timing is Everything.

Decisions

e have transitiOned frOm riding intO a blOW dryer to wanting a jacket. I have already found myself out after dark and wished I had thought to throw a hoodie in the tour pack.

We make some decisions with forethought and others we have on automatic pilot. I’ve had Mohs surgery twice to remove Basal Cell skin cancers. I use sunscreen on a regular basis these days. The dermatologist told me I am paying the price for 30 years ago. I was on auto pilot at that point in my life and not considering long-term impacts.

As I grow older I see the impact of decisions from my younger days. How I managed my finances, food intake, tobacco use, and my exposure to the sun just to name a few. We see decisions not only impact us but also families, coworkers, fellow riders and our friends.

The most impactful decision ever made was Adam and Eve choosing to disobey God and eat the forbidden fruit. They were free to enjoy the fruit of every other tree in the Garden of Eden but decided to disobey God after being deceived by Satan. This decision opened the door for sin and evil to enter the world.

This one decision has impacted every human who has ever been or will be born upon the earth. While our decisions may

not impact world history, it is important to slow down and consider the consequences of our decisions. The bible tells us we will be called to answer for our decisions one day. This is not only the impact on us but also how they impact others.

Romans 14:11-13 For it is written: “As I live, says the Lord, Every knee shall bow to Me, And every tongue shall confess to God.” So, then each of us shall give account of himself to God. Therefore, let us not judge one another anymore, but rather resolve this, not to put a stumbling block or a cause to fall in our brother’s way.

We often hear it said that we are our brother’s keeper. This is not just a catch phrase but is from the word of God. People are watching us to see how we treat others. Do we set a good example for our kids and grandkids? Are we respectful of others, including those in authority over us? Do people see us as honest and trustworthy? How about loving and forgiving instead of judgmental and angry? Whose life are you are impacting today?

I came across this saying recently and want to share it here. I don’t know the author, but it becomes more truthful for me each day. “The older I get, the more I understand how important it is to live a life most people don’t understand.”

It is important and very necessary today for us to desire to consider the needs of others above our own. I encourage you to choose to follow Jesus and not the world,

Blessings, Floyd

Lowdogg Performance Tunerz LLC

The One-Stop Motorcycle Shop in Lumberton

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uC ked aWay at 118 allentOn rOad in lumbertOn, NC, riders will find one of the Southeast’s best-kept secrets in performance tuning—Lowdogg Performance Tunerz LLC. Founded a little over three years ago by longtime friends and business partners Jamie Chavis and Jason Jones, the shop has quickly become the goto destination for Harley-Davidson enthusiasts and motorcycle riders looking for top-notch service.

Between them, Jamie and Jason bring over 25 years of combined experience to the table, and their passion for bikes shows in every build that rolls out of their shop. Specializing in turn-key motor builds, Lowdogg Performance Tunerz has built a reputation for precision, reliability, and power. Their skill set is backed by numerous certifications and licenses, including training at Fasttunes Academy, ensuring every project meets the highest standards in the industry.

The services offered are as impressive as the expertise. From Dyna machine services for motorcycles and trikes to Powervision and Thundermax tunes, riders can count on customized performance solutions tailored to their machines. Lowdogg also provides impact wiring solutions, ensuring bikes run as sharp as they look. Beyond performance, they keep riders rolling with tire sales and partnerships as licensed dealers for Drag Specialties, Westpoint Sports, and V-Twin.

But that’s not all. Lowdogg Performance Tunerz is also a certified station for North Carolina inspections, serving both motorcycles and cars—making them a true one-stop shop for the local riding community.

Whether you’re looking for raw horsepower, routine maintenance, or simply want your Harley running at its best, Lowdogg Performance Tunerz LLC has the knowledge and know-how to make it happen. Stop by, meet Jamie and Jason, and see why Lumberton riders trust Lowdogg to keep them on the road

The Carolinas’ Full Throttle Magazine 27th Anniversary Party

By: LinCoLn infieLd

Wenty-seven years agO, august Of 1998, the first issue of The Carolinas’ Full Throttle Magazine hit the streets. It started out as a 40-page magazine, mostly in black and white print, sold, edited and distributed by Mark and Molly Infield. The magazine has been the eyes, ears and the heart of the motorcycle community for the past 326 months. The magazine is still in newsprint, but our distribution, page count, and influences has grown over the years. We’ve put on dozens of events including parties, rallies, bike shows, biker balls, oyster roasts, bike nights and have attended in thousands more all up and down the east coast. We are still immensely proud of and involved in the motorcycle community of North And South Carolina and proud of every magazine we have put out for what seems like an eternity. So…When August comes around, we feel the need to party down and celebrate our achievements, remember our loses and hang out with our friends.

This year the party was hosted by Jeff Schmid at Springers in Greensboro, NC. We had beautiful weather forecasted and it was gonna be one hell of a party. We set up the Full Throttle tent in the parking lot equipped with the latest FT shirts, tank tops, hats and of course the August print issue! The parking lot became lined with motorcycles and friends from across the Carolinas rolled in to join in the party. Inside Springers, Big Bump and the Stun Guns started up and were rocking out some of the finest blues tunes your ears have ever heard. The bar stools and tables were filled, the dance floor was occupied, and the drinks were going down smoothly! Brothers Pearl took the stage for the second half of the day and brought the party home. The party was still in full swing in the parking lot. Jeff stayed up and cooked his world famous BBQ the night before and when he served it up with all the fixins’ there was a line down the block for the chow table. That was some good eats! There was also a commemorative Full Throttle Anniversary cake up for grabs!

Huge thanks goes out to all our friends who came by to help us celebrate our 27th Anniversary. It was one hell of a day and when the party finally slowed down, we were all ready to head out and get in the wind. Big thanks to Jeff and the Springers crew for hosting the party this year. We look forward to continuing the Carolinas’ Full Throttle Magazine legacy, delivering the finest local motorcycle events coverage magazine we can come up with. We are also looking forward to next year’s 28th Anniversary party…we will see you there!

23rd Annual Shriners Dice Run

here are sOme rides ya just gOtta make. the ride might be a nice loop around the county. Enjoy cruising with your buddies. Smelling the last summer flowers and fresh cut hay. Riding to carry on a tradition and help a great cause.

I am so glad to see the 23rd Annual Shriners Dice Run has survived all these years and is still a “gotta make” local ride. As the bikes were late rolling in, I sat out front on a bench with Terry and talked about how happy I am to see new folks working the Dice Run. She and Dennis ran it for years.

I was glad to see Bikers who helped start this ride twentythree years ago still riding. We had a large active CBA chapter then and wanted to put on a local charity event. John Parker (RIP) suggested the Shriners Children’s Hospital as a good cause to raise some money. “No man stands so tall as when he stoops to help a child,” Abraham Lincoln. We had that saying on the T-shirts.

The Catawba County Shrine Club took over managing the ride with Dennis and Terry Grigg as coordinators for several years. Jimmy Cline took the lead on the ride and did a good job continuing the tradition. More groups should do this for their events, so you have more folks to get things done and less stress on anyone. Some local high ranking Shriners from other clubs were there to support the dice run.

Daniel “Grizz” Ritch is the latest coordinator for the Dice Run and seemed to have a good time for his first time. Jimmy and others still helped make sure things went smoothly. They cleared the loaded Door Prize Table pretty quickly. The Guys in the back served up plates of BBQ, while the Ladies kept the Dessert Table stocked. Ummm. BBQ, Beer, A half slice of

sTory and PhoTos By aLan doCkery

Pecan Pie and Buddies round the table.

The loop Grizz laid out was mostly in Catawba County, leaving Iron Thunder Saloon and heading South to The Turn in Denver. Thanks a bunch for the support of Maniax RC, Rolling Saints RC and A.W.O.L. MC for their clubhouses as run stops on such a pretty Carolina Blue Sky Day.

The winners were: Best Roll $500 –Tanya. Second $250 - Jordan. Third Highest Roll $150 - Jaslynn. Coye got a cool hundred bucks for the Worst Roll.

“It was an honor to chair the 23rd Annual Catawba County Shrine Club Dice Run this year!” Grizz said. “We had 125 registered riders come out Sunday and we consider that a successful number. The Catawba County Shrine Club can’t say thank you enough to all of our Nobles and Ladies who volunteered their time and services to ensure the event went as planned, dice run sponsors, riders, ride stops and volunteers that continue to support this event, year after year. See y’all in 2026!”

HALLOWEEN PARTY

The Right To Decide

s riders, We knOW that freedOm is mOre than just a word; it’s a way of life. It’s also something we must constantly defend. One of the most important, and often misunderstood, freedoms we’ve fought for in the motorcyclists’ rights movement is the freedom of choice when it comes to wearing a helmet.

Many riders today may not realize that our movement was born out of resistance to helmet mandates. In the 1970s, the federal government attempted to coerce states into enacting mandatory helmet laws by threatening to withhold highway funding. That sparked outrage and mobilized riders across the country. Grassroots organizations emerged, fueled by passion and a deep commitment to personal liberty. Through years of lobbying, protests, and legislative action, riders reclaimed the freedom of choice state by state.

But victories are never permanent. As President Ronald Reagan so wisely warned, “Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn’t pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same.”

We are now seeing the truth of that warning. A new generation of riders, many of whom have never known a time without the option of helmet choice, may not feel the urgency that once united us. This year, a bill was introduced in Pennsylvania to establish a new helmet mandate. Last year, bikers in Illinois fought back against a similar proposal and likely will continue to face comparable legislation.

The question now is, will we act to defend our freedom of choice? And if we don’t do it, who will?

At the Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF), we continue to closely monitor state and federal legislation, but we cannot do it alone. We need every biker, young and old, to understand what’s at stake and to get involved. Talk to your fellow riders. Educate new motorcyclists about our history. Support your state motorcyclists’ rights organizations (SMROs). And above all, stay alert to legislative threats that seek to erode the freedoms we’ve fought so hard to preserve.

Let’s not be the generation that lets our freedom slip away.

hen Chase was 16, he was riding around on a 1952 Panhead. But the early 2000’s were the hay day for kit bikes and this 2001 rigid frame chopper caught Chase’s eye from a shop window. “I was working one day and riding down Graham St. in Charlotte and this was sitting in a store front. So, I went back, I think I was 18 years old, when I bought it. I took it home and rode it

for several years the way it was.”

But as riders tend to do, Chase, his brother and his dad went to work on it to change it up a bit. That’s why we call em custom, right? Life comes at you fast sometimes and Chase got married had kids and the chopper got parked for near eight years. Motorcycles are loyal creatures though and it was waiting for him when he was ready to get

back on the road. “I was wanting a new look so I could get back to riding so I took it up to Pooh’s (Poohbilt Custom Cycles) and he did a great job, he knocked it out of the park and gave me what I wanted.” The new look included switching the old wheels for matching 80 spoke wheels. To give it a new demeanor, and add some proper chopper status, they removed the front brakes and fender to make room for a 26” front wheel. A fresh paint job is always in order and Pooh dropped some cool old school gold flames to the black base coat and a touch of pinstriping to the painted lower front legs. The 120cu. in. Ultima engine needed a refresh, so they bumped it up to a 127cu. in. and slapped a bigger cam in it bring it to life.

No doubt you’ll see Chase out riding this sharp, nearly vintage, rigid frame chopper out and about. It caught his eye in 2001 and our eye in 2025, but it makes you wonder, what happened to the ’52 Panhead?

The Carolinas’ Full Throttle Magazine staff screens hundreds of jokes each month. We make no claim to being politically correct. Most PC jokes just aren’t funny. If you are offended by any of the jokes on this page, take heart in the fact that we go to great lengths to offend everyone equally. This is not a hate crime! At our house we call it “pickin” and it is symbolic of your acceptance in the group. We live in the United States Of The Offended, so get over it!!

A couple was getting ready to go to a Halloween party, but the wife had a terrible headache. She told her husband to go anyway. After a short argument he agreed, and she took some aspirin and went to bed. Later she awoke and felt great, so she decided to go to the party and see what her hubby did when she wasn’t around. As soon as she arrived, she noticed him on the dance floor getting very friendly with every hottie in the place and groping them when he could. She then cut in and rubbed close to him. When the song ended, he leaned over and whispered in her ear, “Let’s go outside.” So the two costumed characters snuck off and occupied themselves in one of the parked cars. Midnight was to be the unveiling of the partygoers, so she slipped out and went home before the clock struck twelve. When he got home, she asked, “How was the party? Did you meet any interesting people?” He replied, ‘‘you know me, dear. I don’t have a good time when you’re not with me. I ran into a few friends, and we ended up in the basement playing poker. It wasn’t very fun at all. But the guy I loaned my costume to had the time of his life!”

A woman whose husband often came home drunk decided to cure him of the habit. One Halloween night, she put on a devil suit and hid behind a tree to intercept him on the way home. When her husband came by, she jumped out and stood before him with her red horns, long tail, and pitchfork. “Who are you?” he asked. “I’m the Devil!” she responded. “Well, come on home with me,” he said, “I married your sister!”

A man was leaving a convenience store with his morning coffee when he noticed a most unusual funeral procession approaching the nearby cemetery. A black hearse was followed by a second black hearse about 50 feet behind the first one. Behind the second hearse was a solitary man walking a dog on a leash. Behind him, a short distance back, were about 200 men walking single file. The man couldn’t stand the curiosity. He respectfully approached the man walking the dog and said, “I am so sorry for your loss, and this may be a bad time to disturb you; but I’ve never seen a funeral like this. Whose funeral is it?” “My wife’s.”, answered the man. “What happened to her?” the curious man asked. The man replied, “She yelled at me and my dog attacked and killed her.” He inquired further, “But who is in the second hearse?” The man answered, “My mother-in-law. She was trying to help my wife when the dog turned on her.” A very poignant and touching moment of brotherhood and silence passed between the two men. “Can I borrow the dog?” The man replied, “Get in line.”

What was Humpty Dumpty’s favorite month? October... He had a great fall.

The room was full of pregnant women with their partners. The class was in full swing. The instructor was teaching the women how to breathe and was telling the men how to give the necessary help and assurance to their partners at this stage of the pregnancy. She said, “Ladies, remember that exercise is good for you. Walking is especially beneficial. It strengthens the pelvic muscles and will make delivery that much easier. Just pace yourself, make plenty of stops and try to stay on a soft surface like grass or a path.” She looked at the men in the room, “Gentlemen, remember -- you’re in this together. It wouldn’t hurt you to go walking with her. In fact, that shared experience would be good for you both.” The room suddenly got very quiet as the men absorbed this information. After a few moments, a man named Gary at the back of the room slowly raised his hand. “Yes,” said the Instructor. “I was just wondering if it would be all right if she carries a golf bag while we walk?”

The teacher was telling the story of Christopher Columbus and how many people thought that the world was flat. Then she had mentioned that the world was really round and… got interrupted… “Miss Smith, the world is square, not round,” said little Johnny. “No, it’s round Johnny. Who told you it was square?” replied the teacher. “My older brother. He claims he’s been to all 4 corners of the earth.”

Two men were walking home after a Halloween party and decided to take a shortcut through the cemetery just for laughs. Right in the middle of the cemetery they were startled by a taptap -tapping noise coming from the misty shadows. Trembling with fear, they found an old man with a hammer and chisel, chipping away at one of the headstones. “Holy cow, Mister,” one of them said after catching his breath, “You scared us half to death -- we thought you were a ghost! What are you doing working here so late at night?” “Those fools!” the old man grumbled. “They misspelled my name!”

A man had a bunch of penguins in his truck, when suddenly a police officer came and asked him what was in the truck, the man said, “My penguins,” The police said to take the penguins to the zoo. The next day, the police officer came back asking where the penguins were. The man said, “They’re in my truck. The police officer replied, “I thought I told you to take them to the zoo,” “I did,” replied the man, ‘’Today I’m taking them to the beach.”