Behind Bars Apparel is a brand developed for riders and those living different lifestyles, by riders. Based in Wilmington (NC), our custom motorcycle/lifestyle apparel & gear is a reflection of who we are and what it is we love. The Behind Bars Nation is growing and we’re always looking for more good people. Be a part of our lifestyle apparel revolution! Ask anyone wearing our gear and they’ll be quick to tell you, “it’s a lifestyle thing”
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Welcome to Behind Bars Apparel!
Behind Bars Apparel is a brand developed for riders and those living different lifestyles, by riders. Based in Wilmington (NC), our custom motorcycle/lifestyle apparel & gear is a reflection of who we are and what it is we love. The Behind Bars Nation is growing and we’re always looking for more good people. Be a part of our lifestyle apparel revolution! Ask anyone wearing our gear and they’ll be quick to tell you, “it’s a lifestyle thing”.
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APRIL/MAY EDITION 2019
“YEAR OF THE DIRTY DOZEN BB RIDE !!
BEHIND BARS NATION !!
Spring seems to have had an on and off start.. pollen is definitely out.
The Winston Salem 1st Annual Dukes Rally Event was wonderful. What a great day and tournout of the Winston Salem motorcycle community and some great riding as well.
Daytona March 8-17, 2019
Daytona Bike was a great trip and thank you so much to those of your that went and represented well with pictures in your Behind Bars Apparel!!! Much appreciated.
Smokeout 20 Mark you calendars: June 14 – 15, 2019
DOWNTOWN THUNDER is set to begin the season bringing you something bigger and better for the upcoming season..
DOWNTOWN THUNDER Wilmington’s Premier Bike Event !
#DOWNTOWNTHUNDER
SUNDAY CRUISE IN TALKS ARE IN THE WORKS STAY TUNED FOR DATES
AND UPDATED LOGO/SHIRT DESIGN ..
Do not forget that this June is the
Behind Bars Apparel Ride 12 ” THE YEAR OF THE DIRTY DOZEN”
Get your reservation early for the Charleston Holiday Inn Riverview, our homebase.
June 27- Jul 1, 2019
FRIENDZ AND FAMILY RIDE #2 “
– THIS YEARS RIDE WILL BE FROM WILMINGTON TO MYRTLE BEACH AND DURING BIKE WEEK.
THE GROUP WILL LEAVE WILMINGTON ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2019 AND RETURN ON MONDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2019
– WE HAVE ONE HOUSE RESERVED IN MURRELS INLET AND SPOTS ARE GOING FAST .
Be sure to check out the pictures by Mr. J.D. Hughs and the video submitted at this link by Twitch editing and video rights to ” ZEE” FROM OUR NEW YEAR DAY RIDE 2019
THE PREMIER CITY WITH A PREMIER COMMUNITY THE CONTINUES TO GROW, CARE, & IMPRESS…………..
The compassion, generosity, drive, and overall caring of our community of family, friends, families, continues to make an impact and we at Behind Bars Apparel, LLC are honored to be part of such good people.
We are constantly thinking and designing to bring you some cutting edge designs and apparel that you wear just about anywhere for any occasion and still keep the old skool and where we came from in our arsenal to bring back from time to time.
Of course we could not do all we do with out good people and good partners. A huge thanks to just some of the local partners:
HARD KNOX CYCLES, RARE AIR WERX, PREMIER SIDING & WINDOWS, BAKER’S PARKING LOT MAINTENANCE, PJ’S ELECTRIC, CAPE FEARS SPORTSWEAR, GRAND YACHTS, PRECISION CYCLES, GUARDIAN ANGLE EVENTS, GARY MOORE AND FRIENDS, 17 CUSTOMS, COAT OF ARMS LOUNGE, RIMS ON THE RIVER, TRIANGLE LOUNGE, DYNAMIC DIGITAL, BARBARY COAST, HANOVER LAWN SERVICE, SALTER SPEED SHOP, DB GUNS AND AMMO, ROCK STAR HAIR AND TATTOO, PERFORMANCE CYCLES, DEMPSEY’S, RACK ‘EM, SATURDAY THREE SIX FIVE, PORT CITY BIKE TAXI.. AND A HUGE SHOUT OUT TO J.D. HUGHS AND SCREAM INC. FOR ALWAYS BEING THERE AND CAPTURING THE EVENT(S) !
PLEASE REMEMBER; EVERYONE IS INVITED TO ALL OF OUR EVENTS AS WE ARE AN OPEN SOCIETY OF PEOPLE/RIDERS WHO LOVE TO HAVE A GOOD TIME AND HELP OTHERS….
MARCH / APRIL EDITION
“YEAR OF THE DIRTY DOZEN BB RIDE !!
RIDE 12
BEHIND BARS NATION !!
Looks like the weather is trying to break with a few nice days to get out and ride a bit. All of our local shops are starting to get busy as everyone prepares their rides for the season.
Planning has begun for several upcoming events in the community and we are in full prep mode for our local events and rides.
***A RIDE TO WINSTON SALEM FOR THE 1ST ANNUAL DUKES MOTORCYCLE RALLY IS IN THE WORKS. CHASE IS WORKING OUT THE DETAILS AS THIS IS HIS AREA AND REALLY GOOD FRIENDS/FAMILY OF HIS. WHO HAVE ALSO BEEN STRONG SUPPORTERS OF BEHIND BARS APPAREL.
TONY DUKES HAS BEEN FIGHTING CANCER FOR QUITE SOME TIME AND THE COMMUNITY IS COMING TOGETHER TO DO ” NOT YOUR TYPICAL BENEFIT RIDE … BUT A RALLY !!!
A GROUP WILL LEAVE WILMINGTON ON FRIDAY, MARCH 29, 2019 AROUND 11:00AM AND TAKE HWY 421 UP.
THERE WILL BE SEVERAL STOPS TO DRAW CARDS FOR A POKER RUN IF ANYONE WANTS IN
WE ARE RESEARCHING SPOTS TO STOP ON THE WAY AND ALSO TO GO OUT AND STAY IN/NEAR WINSTON
ON FRIDAY AND SATURDAY NIGHT.
THE EVENT IS SATURDAY, WITH POKER RUN, BANDS, VENDORS, AND PARTY !!! RIDE BACK TO ILM ON SUNDAY…
We know a lot you are planning for Bike Week in Daytona, please be sure to send us your pics of your Behind Bars Apparel and of location marked with decals!!
Don’t forget to pick up your St. Patty’s Day Tee shirt.. OF COURSE !!
If you need anything for the trip be sure to go by Hard Knox Cycles or hit us directly!
Daytona is just around the corner March 8-17, 2019
Smokeout 20 is fast approaching .. Mark you calendars: June 14 – 15, 2019
SUNDAY CRUISE IN TALKS ARE IN THE WORKS STAY TUNED FOR DATES
AND UPDATED LOGO/SHIRT DESIGN ..
DOWNTOWN THUNDER has begun planning as well the season bringing you something bigger and better for the upcoming season..Stay tuned as DOWNTOWN THUNDER looks to continue to be Wilmington’s Premier Bike Event !
LOOK OUT FOR DATES IN APRIL WITH A NEW LOGO AND
SHIRT DESIGN .. #DOWNTOWNTHUNDER
Do not forget that this June is the Behind Bars Apparel Ride 12 ” THE YEAR OF THE DIRTY DOZEN” Get your reservation early for the Charleston Holiday Inn Riverview, our homebase.
June 27- Jul 1, 2019
THE FIRST ANNUAL BEHIND BARS FRIENDS AND FAMILY RIDE WAS SUCH A HIT… (Why did we wait so long they say ???’
We are already planning again for FRIENDZ AND FAMILY RIDE #2 “
– THIS YEARS RIDE WILL BE FROM WILMINGTON TO MYRTLE BEACH AND DURING BIKE WEEK.
THE GROUP WILL LEAVE WILMINGTON ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2019 AND RETURN ON MONDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2019
– WE HAVE ONE HOUSE RESERVED IN MURRELS INLET AND SPOTS ARE GOING FAST . SO IF YOU WANT IN BETTER REACH OUT AND GET YOUR DEPOSIT TO USE ASAP..
Be sure to check out the pictures by Mr. J.D. Hughs and the video submitted at this link by Twitch editing and video rights to ” ZEE” FROM OUR NEW YEAR DAY RIDE 2019
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” IT’S A LIFESTYLE THING!!”
JANUARY/FEBRUARY/MARCH 2019 EDITION
BEHIND BARS NATION !!
We hope everyone is bundling up for the cold weather and taking advantage of some time on two wheels, when the opportunity arises………….
TOYS FOR TOTS RIDE:
Toys for Tots Ride, despite some indecision ended up being a great day for all of us. Special thanks to CCHD for their usual hospitality and to all of usual partners and watering holes!!
The Christmas gathering was on to remember or piece together for some… Thank you to Sandy Buck for opening up her house to the crew again and thanks to all who brought food and party favors!!!
2019 BEHIND BARS APPAREL NEW YEARS DAY RIDE !!
Be sure to check out the pictures by Mr. J.D. Hughs and the video submitted at this link by Twitch editing and video rights to ” ZEE”
…The New Years Day rides was definitely one for the books!! The weather cooperated and we had some decent riding. Special thanks once again to all of our partners who hosted stops and extreme thanks to the Buck family for all the extras to make the day remarkable. Congrats to FLASH on the win!!
DOWNTOWN THUNDER has begun planning as well for next season bringing you something bigger and better for the upcoming season..Stay tuned as DOWNTOWN THUNDER looks to continue to be Wilmington’s Premier Bike Event looking to launch early spring! #DOWNTOWNTHUNDER
Be on the look out for new design coming for spring and an extended line of hats to meet just about every need!!! Swing by Hard Knox Cycles and check out some of the new styles.
THE PREMIER CITY WITH A COMMUNITY THE CONTINUES TO GROW, CARE, AND IMPRESS…………..
The compassion, generosity, drive, and overall caring of our community of family, friends, families, continues to make an impact and we at Behind Bars Apparel, LLC are honored to be part of such good people.
We are constantly thinking and designing to bring you some cutting edge designs and apparel that you wear just about anywhere for any occasion and still keep the old skool and where we came from in our arsenal to bring back from time to time.
Of course we could not do all we do with out good people and good partners. A huge thanks to just some of the local partners:
HARD KNOX CYCLES, RARE AIR WERX, PREMIER SIDING & WINDOWS, BAKER’S PARKING LOT MAINTENANCE, PJ’S ELECTRIC, CAPE FEARS SPORTSWEAR, GRAND YACHTS, PRECISION CYCLES, GUARDIAN ANGLE EVENTS, GARY MOORE AND FRIENDS, 17 CUSTOMS, COAT OF ARMS LOUNGE, RIMS ON THE RIVER, TRIANGLE LOUNGE, DYNAMIC DIGITAL, BARBARY COAST, HANOVER LAWN SERVICE, SALTER, DB GUNS AND AMMO, ROCK STAR HAIR AND TATTOO, PERFORMANCE CYCLES, DEMPSEY’S, RACK ‘EM, SATURDAY THREE SIX FIVE, PORT CITY BIKE TAXI.. AND A HUGE SHOUT OUT TO J.D. HUGHS AND SCREAM INC. FOR ALWAYS BEING THERE AND CAPTURING THE EVENT(S) !
PLEASE REMEMBER; EVERYONE IS INVITED TO ALL OF OUR EVENTS AS WE OPEN SOCIETY OF PEOPLE/RIDERS WHO LOVE TO HAVE A GOOD TIME AND HELP OTHERS….
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” IT’S A LIFESTYLE THING!!”
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2018 EDITION
BEHIND BARS NATION !!
The holiday season is upon us and as we continue to keep those in mind less fortunate and those still dealing with the hurricane aftermath we will continue to support as much as possible.
UPDATES:………….
WAR RUN 3 was another huge success !! Huge shot out Big Scott and his group for all the work and effort for a great weekend and support to the American Red Cross!
The Sunday Cruise In has wrapped up for this year but stay tuned for upcoming dates and plans for the future. Thanks to all who continue to support the Cruise In and big shout out the Triangle Lounge and Coat of Arms Lounge for hosting and supplying the food/specials each outing!
DOWNTOWN THUNDER has begun planning as well for next season and we appreciate the response which requests have been overwhelming and we are already in the planning stages to bring you something bigger and better for the upcoming season..Stay tuned as DOWNTOWN THUNDER looks to continue to be Wilmington’s Premier Bike Event! #DOWNTOWNTHUNDER
FRIENDS AND FAMILY RIDE #1 was a complete success with some good riding up the coast, good times, and good memories. There will be official “I SURVIVED” shirts coming out soon………….
It is going to be hard to beat this as a first time event but the response has been great and we will try for sure! Look at for plans related to Friends and Family #2 !!!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS !!
TOYS FOR TOTS RIDE:
BEHIND BARS APPAREL CHRISTMAS CHEER GATHERING:
TBD Look for Insta and FB updates on where everyone is gathering over the Holidays!!
2019 BEHIND BARS APPAREL NEW YEARS DAY RIDE !! and (POKER RUN)
Sandy Buck’s House: Teresa Dr. Castle Hayne: 10:00 am
Crab Shack
Coat of Arms Lounge
Barbary Coast
Triangle Lounge ( Traditional Holiday meal and specials)
THE PREMIER CITY WITH A COMMUNITY THE CONTINUES TO GROW, CARE, AND IMPRESS…………..
The compassion, generosity, drive, and overall caring of our community of family, friends, families, continues to make an impact and we at Behind Bars Apparel, LLC are honored to be part of such good people.
We are constantly thinking and designing to bring you some cutting edge designs and apparel that you wear just about anywhere for any occasion and still keep the old skool and where we came from in our arsenal to bring back from time to time.
Of course we could not do all we do with out good people and good partners. A huge thanks to just some of the local partners:
HARD KNOX CYCLES, RARE AIR WERX, PREMIER SIDING & WINDOWS, BAKER’S PARKING LOT MAINTENANCE, PJ’S ELECTRIC, CAPE FEARS SPORTSWEAR, GRAND YACHTS, PRECISION CYCLES, GUARDIAN ANGLE EVENTS, GARY MOORE AND FRIENDS, 17 CUSTOMS, COAT OF ARMS LOUNGE, RIMS ON THE RIVER, TRIANGLE LOUNGE, DYNAMIC DIGITAL, BARBARY COAST, HANOVER LAWN SERVICE, SALTER, DB GUNS AND AMMO, ROCK STAR HAIR AND TATTOO, PERFORMANCE CYCLES, DEMPSEY’S, RACK ‘EM, SATURDAY THREE SIX FIVE, PORT CITY BIKE TAXI.. AND A HUGE SHOUT OUT TO J.D. HUGHS AND SCREAM INC. FOR ALWAYS BEING THERE AND CAPTURING THE EVENT(S) !
PLEASE REMEMBER; EVERYONE IS INVITED TO ALL OF OUR EVENTS AS WE OPEN SOCIETY OF PEOPLE/RIDERS WHO LOVE TO HAVE A GOOD TIME AND HELP OTHERS….
” IT’S A LIFESTYLE THING!!”
OCTOBER 2018 INSTALLMENT
BEHIND BARS NATION!!
We are beginning hit the seasonal change with cool nights and also losing daylight.. = RIDE TIME.
We hope this finds all doing well and on the road to some sense of direction and a new normal after Florence. Our community continues to pull together and assist. We will once again be collecting items for hurricane relief. This time we will collecting during our Sunday Cruise in this Sunday at the Triangle lounge from 2pm-6pm.
Everyone do not forget about the WAR RUN 3 happening this weekend. With the pre party at
THE COMPOUND,1987 Andrew Jackson Hwy. Leland NC 28451
on Friday evening, Ride to ferry ride and ride back from Southport on Saturday with the memorial visit to the Fort Fischer Battleground
The nations biggest mini bike race, party, and prices after the ride at THE COMPOUND… If you have not taken part before make an effort…. Big Scott and the boys put on one hell of en event.. ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE AMERICAN RED CROSS TO ASSIST VICTIMS OF HURRICANE FLORENCE..
** hold on tight everyone the Behind Bars Apparel 2018 Halloween design will be out and available soon. It is sure to be an eye catcher!!!
The Sunday Cruise in is at Triangle Lounge this Sunday. Come on out!
We have a few Cruise in shirts and tanks left. We will also have most of everyone’s special order items ready for pick up.
THE SUNDAY CRUISE IN :
– THIS IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY TRIANGLE LOUNGE, COAT OF ARMS LOUNGE, AND BEHIND BARS APPAREL!
– FOOD AND DRINK SPECIALS: RAFFLES, PRIZES
– CARS AND BIKES WELCOME!
DATES AND LOCATIONS:
TRIANGLE LOUNGE COAT OF ARMS LOUNGE
5920 Wrightsville Ave, 3818 Wrightsville Ave,
Wilmington, NC 28403 Wilmington, NC 28403
October 14 October 28
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#DOWNTOWNTHUNDER
The DOWNTOWN THUNDER has become the most talked about event. Thank you so much for all those that attended the outing. The much anticipated date for the next outing will be SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2018.
Wilmington’s Premier Bike event on the Pier.
-Dedicated bike motorcycle parking right on the pier by the river behind the restaurant ( pic opts)
– Beer Cart(s)
-Food and Drink Specials
– Raffles
* PLEASE PLAN TO POST ALL YOUR PICTURES ON FACEBOOK/INSTAGRAM/TWITTER AND USE THE HASHTAG #DOWNTOWNTHUNDER
Spread the word……See you there!!
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Friends and Family Ride 1 st annual is set and going to be great.. Shirts and tanks are now available…
THE RIDE HAS BEEN RESCHEDULE AND WE WILL DEPART FOR EMERALD ISLE ON NOVEMBER 9, 2018. IF ANYONE IS IN THE AREA LOOK US UP SHOULD BE A GREAT TIME!
THE PREMIER CITY WITH A COMMUNITY THE CONTINUES TO GROW, CARE, AND IMPRESS…………..
The compassion, generosity, drive, and overall caring of our community of family, friends, families, continues to make an impact and we at Behind Bars Apparel, LLC are honored to be part of such good people.
We are constantly thinking and designing to bring you some cutting edge designs and apparel that you wear just about anywhere for any occasion and still keep the old skool and where we came from in our arsenal to bring back from time to time.
Of course we could not do all we do with out good people and good partners. A huge thanks to just some of the local partners:
HARD KNOX CYCLES, RARE AIR WERX, PREMIER SIDING & WINDOWS, BAKER’S PARKING LOT MAINTENANCE, PJ’S ELECTRIC, CAPE FEARS SPORTSWEAR, GRAND YACHTS, PRECISION CYCLES, GUARDIAN ANGLE EVENTS, GARY MOORE AND FRIENDS, 17 CUSTOMS, COAT OF ARMS LOUNGE, RIMS ON THE RIVER, TRIANGLE LOUNGE, DYNAMIC DIGITAL, BARBARY COAST, HANOVER LAWN SERVICE, SALTER, DB GUNS AND AMMO, ROCK STAR HAIR AND TATTOO, PERFORMANCE CYCLES, DEMPSEY’S, RACK ‘EM, SATURDAY THREE SIX FIVE, PORT CITY BIKE TAXI.. AND A HUGE SHOUT OUT TO J.D. HUGHS AND SCREAM INC. FOR ALWAYS BEING THERE AND CAPTURING THE EVENT(S) !
PLEASE REMEMBER; EVERYONE IS INVITED TO ALL OF OUR EVENTS AS WE OPEN SOCIETY OF PEOPLE/RIDERS WHO LOVE TO HAVE A GOOD TIME AND HELP OTHERS….
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” IT’S A LIFESTYLE THING!!”
SEPTEMBER 2018 EDITION
BEHIND BARS NATION!!
It has been pretty warm but nice evenings to get out and enjoy. Speaking of….. the Sunday Cruise in is at Triangle Lounge this Sunday. Come on out!
We have a few Cruise in shirts and tanks left. We will also have most of everyone’s special order items ready for pick up.
THE SUNDAY CRUISE IN :
-TAKES PLACE ON THE 2ND AND 4TH SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH ALTERNATING BETWEEN THE TRIANGLE LOUNGE AND COAT OF ARMS LOUNGE FROM 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
– THIS IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY TRIANGLE LOUNGE, COAT OF ARMS LOUNGE, AND BEHIND BARS APPAREL!
– FOOD AND DRINK SPECIALS: RAFFLES, PRIZES
– CARS AND BIKES WELCOME!
DATES AND LOCATIONS:
TRIANGLE LOUNGE COAT OF ARMS LOUNGE
5920 Wrightsville Ave, 3818 Wrightsville Ave,
Wilmington, NC 28403 Wilmington, NC 28403
June: 10 (RIDE 11 MEETING @ 4:00PM ) June 24
July 8 July 22
August 12 August 26
September 9 September 23
October 14 October 28
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#DOWNTOWNTHUNDER
The DOWNTOWN THUNDER event has been the talk of the town. Thank you so much for all those that attended the outing. The much anticipated date for the next outing will be Friday, September 28, 2018. Wilmington’s Premier Bike event on the Pier.
-Dedicated bike motorcycle parking right on the pier by the river behind the restaurant ( pic opts)
– Beer Cart(s)
-Food and Drink Specials
– Raffles
* PLEASE PLAN TO POST ALL YOUR PICTURES ON FACEBOOK/INSTAGRAM/TWITTER AND USE THE HASHTAG #DOWNTOWNTHUNDER
Spread the word……See you there!!
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Friends and Family Ride 1 st annual is set and going to be great.. Shirts and tanks are now available…
THE 1ST ANNUAL BEHIND BARS FRIENDS AND FAMILY RIDE …… It will take place the weekend of Friday, September 21, 2018.
As far as lodging some are staying at a house, we are about booked there are a few couches, floor space, and a nook or two left and we work with you on that…
If you are coming and do not want to stay the whole weekend or only planning for a day or want your own room / privacy
ISLANDER BEACH FRONT RESORT is the place to check out and it is not even a mile from HOMEBASE ….
252-354-3464.
Trip sent by a MapQuest user http://mapq.st/2OXu3XE
Behind Bars Apparel Friends and Family Ride 2018 —- Looks to be epic!!
THE PREMIER CITY WITH A COMMUNITY THE CONTINUES TO GROW, CARE, AND IMPRESS…………..
The compassion, generosity, drive, and overall caring of our community of family, friends, families, continues to make an impact and we at Behind Bars Apparel, LLC are honored to be part of such good people.
We are constantly thinking and designing to bring you some cutting edge designs and apparel that you wear just about anywhere for any occasion and still keep the old skool and where we came from in our arsenal to bring back from time to time.
Of course we could not do all we do with out good people and good partners. A huge thanks to just some of the local partners:
HARD KNOX CYCLES, RARE AIR WERX, PREMIER SIDING & WINDOWS, BAKER’S PARKING LOT MAINTENANCE, PJ’S ELECTRIC, CAPE FEARS SPORTSWEAR, GRAND YACHTS, PRECISION CYCLES, GUARDIAN ANGLE EVENTS, GARY MOORE AND FRIENDS, 17 CUSTOMS, COAT OF ARMS LOUNGE, RIMS ON THE RIVER, TRIANGLE LOUNGE, DYNAMIC DIGITAL, BARBARY COAST, HANOVER LAWN SERVICE, SALTER, DB GUNS AND AMMO, ROCK STAR HAIR AND TATTOO, PERFORMANCE CYCLES, DEMPSEY’S, RACK ‘EM, SATURDAY THREE SIX FIVE, PORT CITY BIKE TAXI.. AND A HUGE SHOUT OUT TO J.D. HUGHS AND SCREAM INC. FOR ALWAYS BEING THERE AND CAPTURING THE EVENT(S) !
PLEASE REMEMBER; EVERYONE IS INVITED TO ALL OF OUR EVENTS AS WE OPEN SOCIETY OF PEOPLE/RIDERS WHO LOVE TO HAVE A GOOD TIME AND HELP OTHERS….
AUGUST 2018 EDITION
BEHIND BARS NATION!!
After two weeks plus of rain it seems as though the rain maybe giving us a little break and now some heat!!..
First of all thanks to all that took part and attended to ” Run for Rusty” at the Triangle Lounge.
As a reminder the poker run has been rescheduled as the beginning of the Cruise In for this Sunday the 12th. Registration and first card drawn @ The Triangle Lounge @ 11:00 am and Kick Stands Up at noon. Everyone is to try and return to Triangle by 2:30pm and join the rest of the cruise in.
There will be $20.00 for riders and $15.00 poker hands for passengers.
THE SUNDAY CRUISE IN :
-TAKES PLACE ON THE 2ND AND 4TH SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH ALTERNATING BETWEEN THE TRIANGLE LOUNGE AND COAT OF ARMS LOUNGE FROM 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
– THIS IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY TRIANGLE LOUNGE, COAT OF ARMS LOUNGE, AND BEHIND BARS APPAREL!
– FOOD AND DRINK SPECIALS: RAFFLES, PRIZES
– CARS AND BIKES WELCOME!
DATES AND LOCATIONS:
TRIANGLE LOUNGE COAT OF ARMS LOUNGE
5920 Wrightsville Ave, 3818 Wrightsville Ave,
Wilmington, NC 28403 Wilmington, NC 28403
June: 10 (RIDE 11 MEETING @ 4:00PM ) June 24
July 8 July 22
August 12 August 26
September 9 September 23
October 14 October 28
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#DOWNTOWNTHUNDER
The DOWNTOWN THUNDER event has been the talk of the town. Thank you so much for all those that attended the outing. We have met with our sponsors and the next event is planned for Saturday, August 18, 2018 6-9pm. All of your suggestions have been taken and addressed and we look to make the next one bigger and better as the Premier Bike event on the Pier.
-Dedicated bike motorcycle parking right on the pier by the river behind the restaurant ( pic opts)
– Beer Cart(s)
-Food and Drink Specials
– Raffles
* PLEASE PLAN TO POST ALL YOUR PICTURES ON FACEBOOK/INSTAGRAM/TWITTER AND USE THE HASHTAG #DOWNTOWNTHUNDER
Spread the word……See you there!!
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AND NOW AFTER MUCH REQUEST OVER THE YEARS….. YES, IT IS FINALLY IN THE LAST PHASE and looks to happen….
THE 1ST ANNUAL BEHIND BARS FRIENDS AND FAMILY RIDE …… It will take place the weekend of Friday, September 21, 2018. We will head out mid day Friday and have house reserved for home base with group ride Saturday to Atlantic Beach/Beaufort or just relax on the beach on the pool at the house.
As far as lodging some are staying at a house, we are about booked there are a few couches, floor space, and a nook or two left and we work with you on that…
If you are coming and do not want to stay the whole weekend or only planning for a day or want your own room / privacy
ISLANDER BEACHFRONT RESORT is the place to check out and it is not even a mile from HOMEBASE ….
252-354-3464.
Trip sent by a MapQuest user http://mapq.st/2OXu3XE
Behind Bars Apparel Friends and Family Ride 2018 —- Looks to be epic!!
THE PREMIER CITY WITH A COMMUNITY THE CONTINUES TO GROW, CARE, AND IMPRESS…………..
The compassion, generosity, drive, and overall caring of our community of family, friends, families, continues to make an impact and we at Behind Bars Apparel, LLC are honored to be part of such good people.
We are constantly thinking and designing to bring you some cutting edge designs and apparel that you wear just about anywhere for any occasion and still keep the old skool and where we came from in our arsenal to bring back from time to time.
Of course we could not do all we do with out good people and good partners. A huge thanks to just some of the local partners:
HARD KNOX CYCLES, RARE AIR WERX, PREMIER SIDING & WINDOWS, BAKER’S PARKING LOT MAINTENANCE, PJ’S ELECTRIC, CAPE FEARS SPORTSWEAR, GRAND YACHTS, PRECISION CYCLES, GUARDIAN ANGLE EVENTS, GARY MOORE AND FRIENDS, 17 CUSTOMS, COAT OF ARMS LOUNGE, RIMS ON THE RIVER, TRIANGLE LOUNGE, DYNAMIC DIGITAL, BARBARY COAST, HANOVER LAWN SERVICE, SALTER, DB GUNS AND AMMO, ROCK STAR HAIR AND TATTOO, PERFORMANCE CYCLES, DEMPSEY’S, RACK ‘EM, SATURDAY THREE SIX FIVE, PORT CITY BIKE TAXI.. AND A HUGE SHOUT OUT TO J.D. HUGHS AND SCREAM INC. FOR ALWAYS BEING THERE AND CAPTURING THE EVENT(S) !
PLEASE REMEMBER; EVERYONE IS INVITED TO ALL OF OUR EVENTS AS WE OPEN SOCIETY OF PEOPLE/RIDERS WHO LOVE TO HAVE A GOOD TIME AND HELP OTHERS IN THEIR TIME OF NEED!!
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” IT’S A LIFESTYLE THING!!”
MAY EDITION 2018
BEHIND BARS NATION !!
We hope everyone is having successful attempts at getting their machines modified, serviced, etc for the season if you have not already! You can see the bikes out the business is jumping at our local shops!!
Myrtle Beach is just around the corner along with SMOKEOUT and of course RIDE 11!!
***Discussions have come up once again for the elusive “FRIENDS AND FAMILY RIDE”… The foundation or the plan is that this trip will need be one that all parts of a family can enjoy fairly close for those that have partners that may want to ride and also
if you would like to bring other things.. and the request has also been made ..”near the water”…
With that said we are going to throw out Friends and Family Ride to Emerald Isle NC. This is a good ride north, with beaches, availability to ride to Swansboro, Atlantic Beach, Carteret, Beaufort, New Bern Etc….We could leave on a Friday morning and return Saturday or Sunday. All we need is commitment and dates… After which we can explore houses, hotels, camping , etc……Maybe July 20, 2018. We are open for input and will plan a meeting prior to RIDE 11 to decide.
Ride 11 shirts and apparel will be available by the end of the month, shirts, shop shirts, hoodies etc…. Get by Hard Knox Cycles and get your specialty requests in early…!!
As usual there is a lot going on in our town as the weather changes expansion, renovations, and moves. Please keep us informed of any events. We will also give you announcements of any bike nights etc as they develop.
RIDE Plan is as follows currently:
Pre party / meeting at Dempsey’s Wednesday, June 27, 2018.
Depart from Ruth’s Kitchen on Thursday, June 28, 2018 @ 7:00 am to Charleston with various stops and the traditional poker run along the way ( twenty dollars per hand/card)..
We will return on Sunday, July 1, 2018.
Just as usual a special request we try to wear as much Behind Bars Apparel as possible while on the ride and out and about..
Tentative outline with details to follow:
Thursday we will get there settle in draw last card at upstairs bar/lounge and hit a local spot (SALTY MIKES) find dinner etc.
Friday ride to Folley Beach return AND PREPARE for annual dinner and nightlife Dinner and
( VIP NIGHT)
( HONKY TONK SALOON- WITH DJ AFTER DINNER)
Saturday ride to James Island for day and return for nightlife
TEX MEX DINNER AT NEW SPOT OPENING EL EFFE OPENING MAY 1ST !)
Head out downtown
Sunday get up ride home.
IF YOU HAVE NOT DONE SO GET YOUR ROOM SET UP AND contact Amanda Carter at the Holiday Inn Riverview to get your reservation locked in with the following rate for our dates based on the following two options.
Amanda Carter
Hotel: 843-556-7100
Direct: 843-460-1445
Fax: 843-556-6176
If you need anything feel free to stop by Hard Knox Cycles or reach out for specialty items.
THE PREMIER CITY WITH A COMMUNITY THE CONTINUES TO GROW, CARE, AND IMPRESS…………..
The compassion, generosity, drive, and overall caring of our community of family, friends, framilies, continues to make an impact and we at Behind Bars Apparel, LLC are honored to be part of such good people.
We are constantly thinking and designing to bring you some cutting edge designs and apparel that you wear just about anywhere for any occasion and still keep the old skool and where we came from in our arsenal to bring back from time to time.
Of course we could not do all we do with out good people and good partners. A huge thanks to just some of the local partners:
HARD KNOX CYCLES, RARE AIR WERX, PREMIER SIDING & WINDOWS, BAKER’S PARKING LOT MAINTENANCE, CAPE FEARS SPORTSWEAR, PRECISION CYCLES, GUARDIAN ANGLE EVENTS, GARY MOORE AND FRIENDS, 17 CUSTOMS, RIMS ON THE RIVER, DYNAMIC DIGITAL, BARBARY COAST, DB GUNS AND AMMO, ROCK STAR HAIR AND TATTOO, PERFORMANCE CYCLES, DEMPSEY’S, RACK ‘EM, SATURDAY THREE SIX FIVE, PORT CITY BIKE TAXI.. AND A HUGE SHOUT OUT TO J.D. HUGHS AND SCREAM INC. FOR ALWAYS BEING THERE AND CAPTURING THE EVENT(S) !
PLEASE REMEMBER; EVERYONE IS INVITED TO ALL OF OUR EVENTS AS WE OPEN SOCIETY OF PEOPLE/RIDERS WHO LOVE TO HAVE A GOOD TIME AND HELP OTHERS IN THEIR TIME OF NEED!!
MARCH / APRIL 2018 EDITION
BEHIND BARS NATION !!
We hope this finds you all doing as best as possible and cherishing time with your loved ones and family…
The trip to Daytona was once again a for the books and always hard to come back to the real world from….
We are beginning discussion about some exciting things for this riding seasons and spots for bike night and events!
Ride 11 shirts and apparel will be available and design to be released any day now.. we getting the finishing touches together…
The current plan will be to have a pre party / meeting at Dempsey’s Wednesday, June 27, 2018. We will depart from Ruth’s Kitchen on Thursday, June 28, 2018 @ 7:00 am to Charleston with various stops and the traditional poker run along the way ( twenty dollars per hand/card)..
We will return on Sunday, July 1, 2018.
Just as usual a special request we try to wear as much Behind Bars Apparel as possible while on the ride and out and about..
Tentative outline with details to follow:
Thursday we will get there settle in draw last card at upstairs bar/lounge and hit a local spot (SALTY MIKES) find dinner and nightlife somewhere ( JOE??)
Friday ride to Folley Beach return AND PREPARE for annual dinner and nightlife Dinner and
( VIP NIGHT)
( HONKY TONK SALOON- WITH DJ AFTER DINNER)
Saturday ride to James Island for day and return for nightlife
TEX MEX DINNER AT NEW SPOT OPENING EL EFFE OPENING MAY 1ST !)
Head out downtown
Sunday get up ride home.
IF YOU HAVE NOT DONE SO GET YOUR ROOM SET UP AND contact Amanda Carter at the Holiday Inn Riverview to get your reservation locked in with the following rate for our dates based on the following two options.
Please forward me the names of anyone who might need to know about the ride that you may think is not included and also spread the word.
There are still a few of the St. Patrick’s Day shirt left ! Get on over to Hard Knox Cycle and check out the gear while you getting your machine ready for the season..
As always if you need any gear hit us up..
THE PREMIER CITY WITH A COMMUNITY THE CONTINUES TO GROW, CARE, AND IMPRESS…………..
The compassion, generosity, drive, and overall caring of our community of family, friends, framilies, continues to make an impact and we at Behind Bars Apparel, LLC are honored to be part of such good people.
We are constantly thinking and designing to bring you some cutting edge designs and apparel that you wear just about anywhere for any occasion and still keep the old skool and where we came from in our arsenal to bring back from time to time.
Of course we could not do all we do with out good people and good partners. A huge thanks to just some of the local partners:
HARD KNOX CYCLES, RARE AIR WERX, PREMIER SIDING & WINDOWS, BAKER’S PARKING LOT MAINTENANCE, CAPE FEARS SPORTSWEAR, PRECISION CYCLES, GUARDIAN ANGLE EVENTS, GARY MOORE AND FRIENDS, 17 CUSTOMS, RIMS ON THE RIVER, DYNAMIC DIGITAL, BARBARY COAST, DB GUNS AND AMMO, ROCK STAR HAIR AND TATTOO, PERFORMANCE CYCLES, DEMPSEY’S, RACK ‘EM, SATURDAY THREE SIX FIVE, PORT CITY BIKE TAXI.. AND A HUGE SHOUT OUT TO J.D. HUGHS AND SCREAM INC. FOR ALWAYS BEING THERE AND CAPTURING THE EVENT(S) !
PLEASE REMEMBER; EVERYONE IS INVITED TO ALL OF OUR EVENTS AS WE OPEN SOCIETY OF PEOPLE/RIDERS WHO LOVE TO HAVE A GOOD TIME AND HELP OTHERS IN THEIR TIME OF NEED!!
Finally …………..
We want to send out thoughts and prayers related to the loss of family, gone too soon. The Behind Bars Apparel Staff, community,
and family will sorely miss and join everyone as we memorialize Mr. Scottie Williams and Ms. Tina Railey . RIDE ON!!
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“SHAFT”
Behind Bars Apparel, L.L.C.
910.431.4046
” IT’S A LIFESTYLE THING!!”
JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2018 EDITION
BEHIND BARS NATION!
We at Behind Bars Apparel hopes everyone had a good holiday season. We also hope that everyone got through the snow storm of 2018 with out any major incident.
Special thanks to everyone for coming out and celebrating at the Christmas Party. Huge thank you to the Bucks and Dempsey’s for their support, as always!!
The New Years Day Ride was another overwhelming success despite it being the coldest one we have had in quite some time. Just another example of our great community and family expressing
The Lifestyle!!
We had great day and again thank you to all of our sponsors: Barbary Coast, Coat of Arms, Rack ‘EM Pub, Crab Shack, and of course, as always Dempsey’s and The Bucks. Much love to “SUNSHINE” !!!! Thanks to our Chase vehicles our camera crew, and A. Gardner for the great video, which is posted on you tube.
The ride was a huge success with the annual poker run raising some good funds to support a great cause!!! That is just what we do !!
Even with the opportunities to ride being a few this time of year, please keep in touch for those once in while opportunities and gatherings!!
After all DAYTONA BIKE WEEK is just around the corner!!!
AS ALWAYS OUR COMMUNITY CONTINUES TO GROW, CARE, AND IMPRESS..The compassion, generosity, drive, and overall caring of our community continues to make an impact and it is great to be a part of such good people.We look forward to getting everyone ready and fitted out in some Behind Bars Apparel also bringing back some of the nostalgic designs and of course some new stylish innovative ones as well!!Your continued commitment to our community, participation, and atmosphere is amazing.. Big thanks to our partners and friends:HARD KNOX CYCLES, RARE AIR WERX, , PREMIER WINDOWS & SIDING, BAKER’S PARKING LOT MAINTENANCE, CAPE FEAR SPORTSWEAR, PRECISION CYCLES, CCHD, THE GUARDIAN ANGELS,GARY MOORE AND FRIENDS, 17 CUSTOMS, RIMS ON THE RIVER, DYNAMIC DIGITAL INDOOR ADVERTISING, BARBARY COAST, K & D GUNS AND AMMO, ROCKSTAR HAIR & TATTOO, PERFORMANCE CYCLES, DEMPSEY’S SPORTS BAR, RACK EM PUB AND BILLIARDS, SATURDAY THREE SIX FIVE, PORT CITY BIKE TAXI, AND SHOUT OUT AND HUGE THANKS ALWAYS TO J.D. HUGHS AND S.C.R.E.A.M. INC. , FOR ALL OF HIS SUPPORT!!Remember all are welcome at any events ; we are an open community/family so come out, have a good time, and enjoy all the happenings for a great time!!
Stay tuned for What’s Happening Behind Bars calendar updates, events, and plans for another great riding season..
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” IT’S A LIFESTYLE THING!!”
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER EDITION 2017
BEHIND BARS NATION!
The temperatures continue to stay up but we can definitely tell fall is in the air! Let’s plan some time for two wheeled therapy… GET OUT AND RIDE!!!
A huge thank you to our of the partners and everyone who came out for the “PINK OUT” event was another huge success and for a great cause…..
Followed up by another great time with the Bike Night all at Dempsey’s !!!
Stay tuned for holiday bike night schedule and potential Behind Bars Apparel Christmas Party!!
The second annual WAR RUN put on by Big Scott was a huge success with the biggest mini bike race of century, in the country being amazing!! Thanks Big Scott and all that contributed!
Kickback Jack’s is having their Tuesday bike nights and the turn out has been great. Keep on supporting this and for the Step up For Soldiers organization.
Archies (formally Poo’s) in Little River :Be sure to mark Thursday evenings on your list to take a ride and support Scott Britt and 17 Customs for a great time.
AS ALWAYS OUR COMMUNITY CONTINUES TO GROW, CARE, AND IMPRESS..
The compassion, generosity, drive, and overall caring of our community continues to make an impact and it is great to be a part of this city.
We look forward to getting everyone ready and fitted out in some Behind Bars Apparel also bringing back some of the nostalgic designs and of course some new stylish innovative ones as well!!
Your continued commitment to our community, participation, and atmosphere is amazing.. Big thanks to our partners and friends:
HARD KNOX CYCLES, RARE AIR WERX, , PREMIER WINDOWS & SIDING, BAKER’S PARKING LOT MAINTENANCE, CAPE FEAR SPORTSWEAR, PRECISION CYCLES, CCHD, THE GUARDIAN ANGELS,GARY MOORE AND FRIENDS, 17 CUSTOMS, RIMS ON THE RIVER, DYNAMIC DIGITAL INDOOR ADVERTISING, BARBARY COAST, K & D GUNS AND AMMO, ROCKSTAR HAIR & TATTOO, PERFORMANCE CYCLES, DEMPSEY’S SPORTS BAR, RACK EM PUB AND BILLIARDS, SATURDAY THREE SIX FIVE, PORT CITY BIKE TAXI, AND SHOUT OUT AND HUGE THANKS ALWAYS TO J.D. HUGHS AND S.C.R.E.A.M. INC. , FOR ALL OF HIS SUPPORT!!
Remember all are welcome at any events ; we are an open community/family so come out, have a good time, and enjoy all the happenings for a great time!!
Be sure to let us know about your upcoming events and happenings so we can share with the everyone as well!!
WHAT’S HAPPENING BEHIND BARS???
NOVEMBER
2- LONE STAR RALLY GALVASTON, TEXAS
2- BACKWOODS THUNDER RALLY JACKSON, ALABAMA
9- BIKE NIGHT ARCHIES SPONSORED BY 17 CUSTOMS
16 BIKE NIGHT ARCHIES SPONSORED BY 17 CUSTOMS
18- TURKEY RUN – CAROLINA COAST HARLEY DAVIDSON
23- BIKE NIGHT ARCHIES SPONSORED BY 17 CUSTOMS
24- CAR AND BIKE SHOW – CAROLINA COAST HARLEY DAVIDSON
21- PINK OUT EVENT AND BIKE NIGHT AT DEMPSEY’S
Please CONTINUE TO post and send all pictures expressing the LIFESTYLE and your BEHIND BARS APPAREL!!
*REMEMBER TO CHECK OUT THE BEHIND BARS APPAREL WEBSITE WHICH IS EVOLVING AS IS THE BEHIND BAR NATION AND IF YOU NEED SOMETHING NOT LISTED CONTACT US!!
BE SURE TO HIT US UP AND LET US KNOW OF ANY DATES OR ANNOUNCEMENTS THAT WE MAY NEED TO ADD SO THAT EVERYONE CAN GET INVOLVED.
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ALL THE BEST !!
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” IT’S A LIFESTYLE THING!!”
OCTOBER 2017 EDITION
BEHIND BARS NATION!
Another eventful month has come and gone!!
Great turnout and support once again for the annual 343 Ride Hosted by RKMC NC6!!
Cape Fear Kickdown was another great time and thanks to all those that came out to the event and spent time with Behind Bars Apparel..
Myrtle Beach Bike week has come and gone and even though there were a few wet moments the Behind Bars Nation was well represented and seemed to have a memorable experience.
Wilmington’s Premier Bike Night @ Dempsey’s is scheduled and we are going PINK!! Mark your calendars for October 21, 2017
