Broken Spoke Saloon Celebrates Daytona’s 70th Annual Bike Week
Broken Spoke Daytona Bike Week
Daytona Beach, FL, March 2011. – The World’s Biggest Biker Bar, the Broken Spoke Saloon was alive with excitement for the 2011 Daytona Bike Week March 4th – 12th, doing its part to make the 70th Annual event an amazing success. We were privileged to have the titans of the motorcycle industry, developers, bike builders, and the best fans in the world join together to make Bike Week at the Broken Spoke a great success.
Jay Allen, owner of the Broken Spoke Saloon, made the trek across the Southern tip of the United States in the Broken Spoke 18 Wheeler with seven of his most prized motorcycles, a 1956 Ford Army Truck, and the famous Wink Eller engineered and built “Broken Spoke Baker Burn-out Box”. The first stop on the tour was Big Al’s Biker Bar in Harvey, Louisiana, just a stone’s throw from New Orleans, where Jay helped Big Al celebrate his fourth Annual Biker Bash benefiting the Children’s Miracle League.
From there Jay headed to Daytona, where first thing on this list, was to execute the yearly ritual of putting the 70’s Triumph Chopper in its proper resting place, hanging from a 600 year old Live Oak that adorns the center of the property, known as the “Chopper Tree”
(http://vimeo.com/20534991). Those of you who were there, were lucky enough to see RonFinch, one of the most famous customizers in the business, under the majestic eaves of this beautiful tree.
The fine folks at AmericanIronMagazine and MotorcycleBaggerMagazine, Buzz Kanter, Chris Maida, and the rest of the American Iron Mag posse helped bring together the 1st Annual Bagger show – which was a home run!
Broken Spoke Daytona Bike Week
Keep your eyes peeled to a future edition of MotorcycleBagger Magazine for the full story, and pictures of the amazing array of diverse Baggers. You’re not going to believe who won the show!
Wednesday ushered in Larry Wood’s Antique Ride-in. Indian 4’s, ‘48 Panheads, and Chiefs were well represented along with an amazing array of vintage bikes. Beyond the age of the motorcycles, it was all about the age of the riders. Larry is 83 years old, and there were some riders in their early 20’s – representing every age group and their passion for vintage iron. One of the greatest things about the rallies is that you get to witness firsthand the younger generation, and how they embrace the beauty of vintage bikes.
Thursday Night during the rally will always be Cycle Source Limpnickie Night.
Some of the hippest young cats in the business came ripping through the Broken Spoke Saloon and filled the dance floor with some of the most hard core choppers on the road today. The Limpnickie Lot in their own words is “a collaboration of custom bike builders and American Parts manufactures from the next generation of the American V-Twin industry.” They are inspired builders that lay out a unique hybrid blend of styles including but not limited to: Motocross, skateboarding, BMX, Motorcycles, & music. Like always, there was plenty of smoke and the crowd was blown away by their custom creations. Be there for their next Broken Spoke appearance in Sturgis for the 71st Annual Rally. The Limpnikie Lot will be setting up camp at the Broken Spoke Campground August 1st – 14th, making it their home for the Black Hills Classic.
Throughout all the excitement and the smoke burning off tires, Jeremy Johnson of MuttinCycles arrived on his infamous pink chopper, bringing all the amazing aid and good will of “Cathy’s Help”. Jeremy’s Mom, Cathy, passed away from metastasized breast cancer complications, and since then he started a foundation in her name which assists women dealing with breast cancer in some of the most simple and profound ways. Whether it’s paying a phone bill, putting gas in the car or installing an air conditioner, the foundation focuses on anything that helps the breast cancer survivor. Hailing from Conyers, GA, Jeremy built the pink chopper and spreads goodwill about Cathy’s Help and generating money for breast cancer awareness.
Friday night’s Baker Smoke-down Showdown was amazing. Earlier in the week, the Broken Spoke welcomed a very special guest: Burt Baker, the chief designer, engineer, and company namesake. In this very rare and special appearance, Burt came in to show his support of Jay Allen and all the Baker Drivetrain fans, and to give his stamp of approval on the ultimate burn out box as engineered and built by Wink Eller.
The Broken Spoke Baker Burn Out Box is a steel bridged structure that was built specifically for the Broken Spoke and Baker Drivetrain to showcase the burn outs, which are a race to fifth gear, as fast as you can. Two bikes line up at the top of the deck, eyes fixed on the light tree waiting for the green signal to dump their clutches and get down to business(http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HdOdWgcSnhI&feature=player_embedded#at=18).
The event brought with it an array of motorcycles from Harleys, Metrics, and an impressive performance by the Italian bike Aprilla. Dar from Brass Balls was the first to man up in the Box. First place was given to Chris Brown from Yardley, PA on a 2007 GSXR. Chris was quoted as saying, “Push past your known limits.” Jay Allen, who took second place on his 124 S&S Motor and his Baker six speed said, “He was bitch-slapped by a guy out of Pennsylvania on GSXR.” The Aprilla from Italy took an impressive third. Jay also debuted a new film he produced especially for Baker Drivetrain (http://bakerdrivetrain.blogspot.com/).
Broken Spoke Daytona Bike Week
Saturday Evening ushered in the amazing S&SSmokeout. Jay Allen MC’d over eight bikes head to head tearing it up to celebrate S&S’s 53rd Anniversary as the V-Twin industry leader. S&S and their staff showed up in full force with tons of swag including posters and keychains launched into the audience. Jay debuted the film he’d produced on S&S’s latest and greatest of 2011 (insert video http://sscycle.blogspot.com/). The audience was shouting “S&S Rules” throughout the performance.
The Broken Spoke welcomed with open arms Rosemary Smith and her foundation RidingwithAngels, set up to send one lucky raffle ticket holder home with a custom bike that was built for her late son, Nelson. Riding with Angles was started by Rosemary after Nelson passed in a motorcycle wreck. The funeral costs were so much more than they anticipated, and as a family, they were only able to come up with half. Through the generosity of others, they were finally able to come up with the other half. Right then and there she vowed to start Riding with Angels. “The grief was enough. I want to help ensure that other families of fallen riders never have to go through the humiliation and fear I faced when we couldn’t afford Nelson’s funeral.”
Riding with Angels - Broken Spoke Daytona Bike Week
A bike based on the one that Nelson wanted to build for his Mother was raffled off at the Broken Spoke on Saturday night. This bike was so special and revered that it won every day during the loud pipes contest, hands down. The bikers at the Broken Spoke reached deep into their pockets each day and raised money for Riding with Angels.
Congratulations to Al Ramirez from Chicago, Illinois who won the bike.
And as if that wasn’t enough, we’d like to thank our guest, Twitch, from RenegadeChoppers (out of Alabama) who agreed to donate the next bike for Riding with Angels to raffle 2012.
Suzanne Altimar, a titan and icon in the sand sculpture world, featured on the TV show Sand Blasters, was at the Broken Spoke all week building her newest creation.
Sand Sculpture at Broken Spoke Daytona Bike Week
Thank you Suzanne for being with us all week!
And then there were the girls…
Girls at Broken Spoke Daytona Bike Week
Girls at Broken Spoke Daytona Bike Week
And of course there was the male (and female!) pole, the double bubble contests, Jay’s challenging head to head burnouts, loud pipe contest every day, tattoo contests, German stein holding (for men and women), plus great products like unique t-shirts, leathers, and Cigar Pride, where a Cuban cigar roller was hand-rolling the best in Cuban tobacco right in front of you. Hank’s axe throwing booth, where you learned the art of axe throwing, was a big hit. The next time you’re at the Spoke come and see for yourself!
Everyone was awed by the Redwood Log House – a traveling 2,000 year old log, that was converted into a traveling home for over 60 years. Trust us, you’ve never seen anything like it.
The Broken Spoke would like to thank The Iron Horse Saloon, Smiley’s Tap, and Destination Daytona for making the North Strip the place to be on this 70th Anniversary!
With Daytona in the books, it’s time for the 18 wheeler to roll into the Loudon Classic in Laconia, NH, June 11th – 19th, and then to the granddaddy of them all – Sturgis, SD. We’ll be at the original Broken Spoke downtown, and our 600 acre deluxe camping and entertainment facility is open August 1st – 14th, providing the ultimate biker experience. For more information, contact us at www.brokenspokecampground.com.
Until we see you again, keep the shiny side up and the rubber side down!
Loud Pipes, Limpnickie Lot & Led Zeppelin Tribute at Daytona Bike Week!
Jay Allen and Ron Finch at the Broken Spoke Daytona
The Broken Spoke Saloon (1151 N. US 1 in Ormond Beach) has a jam-packed Thursday at Daytona Bike Week with the Limpnickie Lot heading over tonight just after .357 String Band takes the stage, followed by Led Zeppelin tribute “Houses of the Holy”.
They’ll be rockin’ until Midnight, so come by and check ’em out. Then stick around for hot contests like Male Pole Dancing and Double Bubble!
Don’t forget to come by early for our 2-for-1 longnecks from 3:30 – 5:30!
Bikes lined up at the Broken Spoke Saloon for Daytona Bike Week
Here’s the schedule for today and the rest of Daytona Bike Week at the Broken Spoke Saloon:
Thursday, March 10th
1pm – 3pm: Joe Santana
3pm – 4pm: Tattoo Contest
3:30pm – 5:30pm: 2 for 1 Beers
4pm – 6pm: Hemme
6pm – 7pm: Loud Pipes Contest &
German Stein Holding Contest
7pm – 8pm: Farrell Webber Band
9pm – 10pm: 357 String Band
10pm – 11pm: Limpnickie Night
11pm – Midnight: Houses of the Holy: Led Zeppelin Tribute
12Midnight: Contests! Male Pole dancing, Double Bubble & Silhouette
Friday, March 11th
1pm – 3pm: Joe Santana
1pm – 5pm: American Iron Bagger Bike Show & Launch Party
2pm: “BikerOrNot” Meet & Greet
3pm – 4pm: Tattoo Contest
3:30pm – 5:30pm: 2 for 1 Beers
4pm – 6pm: Hemme
6pm – 7pm: Loud Pipes Contest &
German Stein Holding Contest
7pm – 8pm: Farrell Webber Band
9pm – 10pm: Black Water: Doobie Brothers Tribute
10pm – 11pm: Baker Drive Train Smoke-down Showdown
11pm – Midnight: Seven Bridges Road: Eagles Tribute
12Midnight: Contests! Male Pole dancing, Double Bubble & Silhouette
Saturday, March 12th
1pm – 3pm: Joe Santana
3pm – 4pm: Tattoo Contest
3:30pm – 5:30pm: 2 for 1 Beers
4pm – 6pm: Hemme
6pm – 7pm: Loud Pipes Contest &
German Stein Holding Contest
7pm – 8pm: Farrell Webber Band
9pm – 10pm: Houses of the Holy: Led Zeppelin Tribute
10pm – 11pm: S&S Smokeout
11pm – Midnight: Last Child: Aerosmith Tribute
12Midnight: Contests! Male Pole dancing, Double Bubble & Silhouette
All Week Beer Special: $3 PBR Longnecks
Please Note: All Artists and Times Subject to Change
Celebrate Mardi Gras in New Orleans with Jay Allen!
Because Daytona Bike Week just isn’t here yet, join Jay Allen at Big Al’s in New Orleans this weekend at the annual Bayou Bash!
It’s never too early to celebrate Mardi Gras!
More details at: http://www.bigalssaloon.net/
MUSIC LINE-UP ANNOUNCED! DAYTONA BIKE WEEK 2011 MARCH 4th – 12th
The Broken Spoke Saloon in Daytona is the place to be March 4th – 12th for DAYTONA BIKE WEEK 2011! This year’s event is filled with a great line-up of acts paying tribute to rock and roll’s elite and motorcycle events that will blow your mind. The Broken Spoke Saloon in Daytona is located at 1151 North U.S. Highway 1 in Ormond Beach.
The music begins on Friday, March 4th and continues through Saturday, March 12th with performances by acclaimed country singer Lucas Hoge, the original “Streetgrass” sound of .357 String Band, plus Joe Santana, Drivin’ Blind, The Farrell Webber Band, and bands playing tribute to The Doobie Brothers, The Eagles, Bad Company, Led Zeppelin and Aerosmith – all rockin’ the Broken Spoke Saloon stage.
Daytona photos are up on the Website
We have showcased a lot of images here but save some of the best for the website. Be sure to check out the Daytona 2010 images. Thanks for your support for The Broken Spoke Saloon during Daytona Bike Week. Daytona 2010
Ed Hardy Tattoo Contest
Thanks to everyone that entered and remember , we will be bringing this contest to every Broken Spoke Saloon throughout the rally season!
It’s Official……..
“We look forward to being at the Broken Spoke during Biketoberfest!!!!! We love it there!!!!”
We love Daytona’s number one Classic Rock Station WHOG !
Ed Hardy Tattoo Contest
Photos by Lisa Ballard
Eight lucky winners went home with some fine Ed Hardy apparel by winning the crowds vote for having the best tattoos.
Here is Donna and Kevin, who won on Friday afternoon.
Donnas’ piece is a tribute to her brother, Scotty, who passed during a diving exhibition.
RIP Scotty
Kevin’s 360* artwork portrayed his families military legacy fighting in every war that the USA has been apart of!
The Broken Spoke Saloon is humbled by your families dedication to our country.
We will be showcasing more artwork here so be sure to check back.
Ed Hardy Vodka and Tattoo Contest
Photos by Lisa Ballard
On Wednesday, Thursday and Friday Ed Hardy Vodka sponsored a best tattoo contest. Afterwards, the customers of the Broken Spoke Saloon wear treated to a tasting of the Ed Hardy new Vodka.
Thru out the crowd the vote was the same, smooth and tasty, a few even compared it to the Grey Goose line and were completely surprised with the likely comparison.
We would like to thank Iron Horse Magazine for throwing this great party
Gallagher Rules!
Photos by : Colleen Swartz
Gallagher’s performance was outstanding! Be sure to catch Gallagher in Sturgis, at the Broken Spoke Campground, on August 11. It is going to be a smashing-good time!! Here is some of Colleen’s images of the night, enjoy!
You’ve Been Spotted!
Photos by Lisa Ballard
Thanks to everyone that posed for us. Please fell free to use these images for your personal use, just kindly link us, if you would. http://www.brokenspokesaloon.com
Please check back daily as we will be posting more
Thanks to everyone that visited the Broken Spoke Saloon!
By Lisa Ballard
This year was probably the coolest Bike Week in Daytona and we want to thank each and everyone of you that came out to help us rock the Spoke. We will be posting ALOT of pictures, as we took over 3000 and they are free for the taking. If you could, please link the photos to www.brokenspokesaloon, we would greatly appreciate it!
We would also like to thank our staff and vendors that worked hard everyday to promote The Broken Spoke Saloon. We couldn’t ask for a better team.
Be sure to sign up for our new Email List that will give you updates for each of our locations.
Thanks again for your support!
Pan Burns At Broken Spoke
Big thanks to Chris Callen , the editor of Cycle Source for getting this to us
Atlanta Rhythm Section is on stage tonight!
Atlanta Rhythm Section , also known as ARS, is a classic Southern Rock Band. They have been pushing out hits from the early 70’s and are still producing today. We have come to know their hits like “So into You,” “Spooky”, “Imaginary Lover” and so much more.
Be sure to head to the Spoke tonight for this awesome concert.
Clean up in aisle one!
Photos by Lisa Ballard
Last night, the talented comedian Gallagher, worked the crowd into a frenzy! He is on tour now performing his Stuck in the 60’s show. The standing room crowd stood toe to toe waiting for the master to destroy many pieces of fruit with his Sledge-o-Matic. Gallagher will be heading to the Broken Spoke Campground in Sturgis and it would be wise to purchase a Gallagher poncho beforehand, so you don’t wind up like these guys!
Safety first
Photos by Lisa Ballard
The scene at last night’s Limpnickie Lot Night at the Broken Spoke : The night began with our traditional Limpnickie Burnouts. We had four bikes join in and within a few moments the crowd was full of excitement…until the following -unthinkable – events played out.
One of the Limpnickie Lot burnout motorcycles began to catch on FIRE and within a few seconds the entire bike became fully engulfed in flames! We have to thank the unbelievable Broken Spoke crowd for their cooperation and patience while Jay Allen and his great
security staff proceeded to get this thing under control . And a big thank you goes out to the volunteer firefighters in the crowd who helped
the staff last night. It is because of their quick actions that the fire was put out so fast. We are happy to report that NO ONE was injured through
out this ordeal. Just remember – don’t try this at home!
It just goes to show you – you never know what you’ll find at the Broken
Spoke – especially when the Limpnickie Lot guys are there. Did you know
they’re all staying at the Broken Spoke Campground [link:
<http://www.brokenspokecampground.com> www.brokenspokecampground.com] in
Sturgis again this year? You’d better be there too!
Gallagher is coming tonight
Be sure to catch Gallaher at the Broken Spoke Saloon on March 5th during the 69 Daytona Bike Week. The tickets can be purchased on the day of the show. Be sure to get there early for your front row seat.
“Moment of Thunder Tribute” to Roar at Daytona Bike Week Honoring Fallen Military Brothers and Sisters as the biker community shows appreciation for those lost fighting for freedom.
Bikers, Veterans, friends and family will gather on Saturday, March 6th at 3:30pm at the Broken Spoke Saloon, 1151 North US Highway 1 in Ormond Beach, Florida during Daytona Bike Week to launch the Moment of Thunder Tribute, a one of a kind experience to honor military brothers and sisters who have fallen in the name of freedom.
“As a largely symbolic and emotional statement, Moment of Thunder Tribute will be a roaring spectacle like none other, when participants fire-up their bikes and rev their engines in unison for the memory of those who have made the ultimate sacrifice,” says Peter Robertson, co-organizer of the event. “It will be a record-breaking event that will bring together thousands in a spirit of community and remembrance.”
The event, which has inspired national attention, comes at a time when more family and friends are looking to express a sense of gratitude and loss.
Moment of Thunder Tribute was inspired by a similar event held in September 2009 to honor Brad “The Wrench” Ruel, a celebrity bike builder and owner of The Wrench custom bike shop who died in 2009. Many also turned out to remember loved ones and find closure, creating a huge emotional impact that continues in 2010 to honor all who have died through personal sacrifice.
“There’s a recurring theme here with Moment of Thunder,” says Kevin Sirotek of Orphan. “More people are coming forward to join us in this important event.”
“We are Moms and Dads, brothers and sisters, friends, neighbors, relatives who all share a common experience. Moment of Thunder gives us the opportunity to find that sense of unity and closure,” says Karen Ruel of The Wrench, wife of the late Brad Ruel.
The 2009 event created an enormous stir at the Wharf Rat Rally in Nova Scotia, and was considered the highlight of the show, with participation by attendees and exhibitors being much larger than what promoters had expected. Turnout was so large that the event was reported as one of the most memorable experiential moments to be staged outside of a large-scale corporate event, with wide-scale press coverage from local radio, TV, newspaper, and magazines, and tremendous buzz generated through social media outlets including Facebook, Myspace, and YouTube.
The Tribute was developed and is sponsored by Orphan, who is building the premier destination for motorcycle enthusiasts, builders and manufacturers, offering exclusive content and access for enthusiasts and enabling the industry’s top talent to spotlight their work. A Moment of Thunder Tribute bike is currently under development, which will be unveiled in the next few months as part of a collaboration with Orphan and The Wrench.
For more information, contact Dylan Moller of Orphan at 866-550-2511 or visit http://www.momentofthunder.com
About Orphan
Orphan is building the premier destination for motorcycle enthusiasts, builders and manufacturers. They will offer exclusive access to original programming that goes behind the scenes at builds, rallies and industry-specific events, enabling the industry’s top talent to spotlight their work while interacting with the expanded motorcycle community. If you build, ride or just love the noise, Orphan is the ultimate destination for you. Orphan is a subsidiary of Illinois Auto Electric (IAE), founded in 1915 with its roots in the automotive industry. IAE has become one of America’s largest independent sales and service facilities of outdoor power, transportation and industrial equipment. With the continuity of dedicated family leadership, IAE has provided all of its customers with high quality products and services for nearly 100 years.
http://www.theorphan.com/
Get your MOJO on
Photos by Lisa Ballard
Looking for a alternative for the simple pleasures in life. Be sure to stop by the Broken Spoke during the week to try a free sample of MOJO energy drink. A small container that packs a uplifting experience!
What is MOJO BOOST™?
MOJO BOOST™ is a 2.2 ounce designer functional beverage that provides hours of physical enhancement as well as increased energy with no crash. It is formulated with a powerful proprietary formula of nitric oxide and testosterone boosters propelled by energy enhancers, vitamins, amino acids and clinically proven non-prescription blends.
The “Viagra Connection”
Viagra and MOJO BOOST™ both use the very specific function of Nitric Oxide to enable their products to provide the desired results. Viagra is a prescription pharmaceutical while MOJO BOOST™ is a Non-Prescription Pharmaceutical designer beverage. MOJO BOOST™ contains a prescription component, but due to our proprietary formulation we are licensed to sell MOJO BOOST™ without a prescription!
MOJO BOOST™ and Viagra may have some common elements, but it is the differences that make MOJO BOOST™ such a phenomenal product.
Broken Spoke teams up with Iron Horse Magazine, Triumph Motorcycles and Ed Hardy Vodka for a 2010 rally tour
Iron Horse Magazine Happy Hour featuring 2-for-1 “Tattootinis” from Ed Hardy Vodka
The World’s Biggest Biker Bar, the Broken Spoke Saloon, is revving the party up even higher at its rally locations in Daytona, New Orleans, Myrtle Beach, Laconia and Sturgis. Each location will kick things off with an Iron Horse Magazine Happy Hour featuring 2-for-1 “Tattootinis” from Ed Hardy Vodka. This will warm you up to show some skin in the Ed Hardy Vodka tattoo contest. The Broken Spoke’s tattoo artist will judge the competition and crown a male and female winner. Winners will receive an amazing array of gifts courtesy of Ed Hardy Vodka, Iron Horse Magazine, Triumph Motorcycles and Broken Spoke Saloon. Complimentary issues of Iron Horse Magazine will be available at all locations.
The party kicks off this week at the Broken Spoke in Ormond Beach the Ed Hardy Vodka tattoo contest from 4-5pm on Wednesday March 3rd through Saturday March 6th. The beautiful bartenders will also be spreading the love during the contest with free “kickstarter” samples. Then stick around for the Iron Horse Magazine Happy Hour, also Wednesday through Saturday, from 5-6pm featuring 2-for-1 “Tattootinis”. Come down to the Broken Spoke on US 1 in Ormond Beach and show us your best ink – the prize packs are worth over $150 each!
While you’re at the Broken Spoke, swing by and check out the Triumph Motorcycles display. Enter to win another great prize pack from Triumph, Iron Horse Magazine, Broken Spoke and Ed Hardy Vodka. This is just a sneak preview of what awaits at the Broken Spoke rallies down the road. Check out http://www.brokenspoke.com/winatriumph to see how you could leave Sturgis, South Dakota on your brand-new Triumph Thunderbird.
Loud Pipe Contest
Photos by Lisa Ballard
Does your bike have what it takes to bring down the champion? Last year winner, Chris, took home the top honors of having the loudest pipes on her Sportster.
If you have what it takes to win, be at the Broken Spoke Saloon today and tomorrow at 3pm
The heat is on
Photos by Lisa Ballard
Let The Broken Spoke Saloon’s bartender Joe WOW you with his fire tossing capabilities!
Come on down the Broken Spoke at 1151 N. US 1 in
Ormond Beach during Bike Week and check out ALL the HOT bartenders!”
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