Southern Cruisers Riding Club TM
Palm Coast, Florida, Chapter 702

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In Honor of our Founder "Rick (Rickster) Perry"
March 10, 1958 - May 21, 2018

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NEWS:

 
NOTICES:
2026 SCRC Florida State Rally Totals:
  Donations from Individual Florida Chapters:
    Chapter 131 - $931
    Chapter 346 - $777
    Chapter 702 - $1400
    Chapter 716 - $450
    Chapter 739 - $460
  Total of all Chapter Donations: $4018
Grand Total going to St. Jude: $13,000.00
 
SCRC YouTube Channel
National Chapter ride/event videos and slide shows
 
https://www.youtube.com/@southerncruisersridingclub
 
Guides and Misc. Info
All in pdf format, and printable, can be found at the bottom of the "Ride Calendar" Page of this site
 
2026 Biketoberfest Meet-N-Greet
34th Annual Biketoberfest is October 15 to October 18, 2026
 
Date: Saturday, October 17,  2026
Time: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Loc: The Landing Strip Taven,
202 Airport Rd, Palm Coast, Fl 32164

Note(s):

If you have any items you wish to donate get in contact with Eddie or Jerry and they can arrange for pickup, etc.
Further information is available on the Ride Calendar Page

 
The following SCRC events are now accepting event registration and/or hotel reservations:
 
SCRC SE Regional Rally
July 15 to July 19, 2026
Ringold, GA
 
2026 SCRC National LaVeilee (Rally)
9/24 to 9/27 2026
Alexandria, LA
 
You can find specific information and related links on the "Calendar Page" of this website.
Make your plans now to insure you have accomodation and event offerings.
 
Southern Dirt Track Association of Florida
 

Contact: Jeremy Lanier - 407-489-3874
For those of you looking for something to take up some spare time or to be a spectator of an exciting motorcycle sport, check out "Southern Dirt Track Association of Florida"!

Link:
 
www.southerndirttrackassociation.com

See what they are about and view their race schedule(s) for the 2026 Season. Most of the tracks are located in central and North Central Florida. One is in Bainbridge, Ga.

From Jeremy Lanier: "Whether you're new to the motorcycle flat track scene, or a longtime racer or fan, we look forward to welcoming you to the family."

Should you wish to participate as a spectator or as a conteatant, identify yourself as a member of the SCRC (membership.business  card, Vest Patches, etc.) ask for Jeremy or Stephanie Lanier. They will give you a break on tickets, parking, etc.
 
Flagler Cycle Service
(see our sponser page for further info)

David O'Grady, Owner of this motorcycle shop has graciously extended a 10% discount on parts/labor to all SCRC Members (use your membership/business card as an identifier). Many Chapter 702 members have been utilizing his services for tires, service, repairs, parts, etc. for several years.

 

FYI (For Your Information):


Should you be traveling to an area with SCRC Chapters and wish to ride with them you may access the National Web-site at www.scrcnatinal.com . Click on the Chapters Link and choose the State/Province/Country look for the area you will be in. Click on the 1st/2nd Officer of the area of interest and an email window should open up (On most Laptop/Notebook/Desktop computers with the Windows Operating System). Email the Officer and ask your questions! Easy Peasy!
It may be possible to get their assistance in finding accomodations, Rental Bikes, join in their rides/events, etc.
We are many Chapters but one International Club! One big Family!

 

Did you know
The SCRC has a theme song, written and performed by:

singer/song writer/muscian, Alyssa Ashley!
This song depicts the Cruisers relationship with St. Judes Childrens Hospital. Click the button and open the Audio File in Media Player to listen to the SCRC Theme Song!

 

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Total Members in Chapter 702 = 111
New Members joining in the Month of April:
Diane Rodrigue
 
Chapter Patches:
 
Florida Chapter Patches and Banners

Click on the link to open this document in PDF format:
03262026 Florida Chapter Patches and Banners.pdf
 
Chapter 702 Patches, Availability
 
Our new patch supplier is:
Stargazer Embroidery,
Nancy Dahlke - Owner/Operator
3935 US-1 Ste L, Cocoa, Fl 32926
Tel:
 321-576-2793

These are the available patches and their current pricing:

  1. Chapter 702 "Chapter Patch" = $20.00 ea.





  2. SCRC patch = $12.00 ea.


  3. Palm Coast patch = $12.00 ea.


NOTE(S):
  • The SCRC Winged Patch(s) can only be procured via the "National Web-Site, Online store"!
    Link:
    https://southerncruiser.3dcartstores.com/
    (one of two available back patchas are required for all Officers!)

  • Name patches can be created for you. Unfortunately we will have to do additional research to find a vendor willing to do individual custom patches! Our present vendor can not do single patches.

  • The Road Captain, and Safety Captain Patches will be given only to those Members that have completed a Chapter Riding Guidlines and Safety Briefing or have otherwise shown relevant experience!

  • Below is an example of the correct placement of patches.

                                                       
     Rear of Vest                                                     Front of Vest

RIDES COMPLETED:

 
Record of Rides by Year:
Includes Members names that participated on the ride (in booklets only)
 
For the breakdown of previous rides (April 2017 to Present) contact your 1st Officer or the Webmaster.
All prior ride Summaries with photos and participants for other than the dates below have been archived.

The Records below contain the exact destination with ride summaries, photos and actual number and names of participants of each ride/event.

 
2017: Booklet Not Available, there are photos available!
2018: Booklet Not Available, there are photos available!
2019: Booklet Not Available, there are photos available!
2020: Booklet Not Available, there are photos available!
2021: Booklet Not Available, there are photos available!
2022: Chapter 702 Record of Rides
2023: Chapter 702 Record of Rides

Do not utilize the index pages as it they are inaccurate! The HDD containing the original document and photos, has failed, and is unrecoverable. This document is a scan of the printed, complete, but unedited proof document.

2024: Chapter 702 Record of Rides

Do not utilize the index pages as it they are inaccurate! The HDD containing the original document and photos, has failed, and is unrecoverable. This document is a scan of the printed, complete, but unedited proof document.

2025: Chapter 702 Record of Rides

Updated and Finalized 02/05/2026

2026:  In Process
 
Note(s):

1. Chapter 702 Records of Rides are available in booklet form for years 2022 to 2025.
2. 
Years 2017 to 2021 are not available in booklet form.
     a.  Individual digital photos are available from April 2017 to Present.

3. 
If you want a booklet put together for a specific year (booklets are only available from 2022 to
     2025
) the costs are shown below.
     a.  
2022 to 2024 are lower resolution, B&W scans, printed by laser printer and stapled together.
     b.   $20.00 ea.
4.  2025 is printed in high resolution color on Bright White, 24 lb, 96 bright low acid paper stock.
     a.   $50.00 ea. booklet.
     b.   Printed in black and white is $20.00 ea. booklet.
     c.   Booklets made up into a ringed binder will have an up-charge depending upon the binder quality
           requested.
5.  Individual photos printed on 4”x6” glossy photo paper.
     a.   $8.00 ea.
6.  Electronic transfers can be arranged.
     a.   $5.00 per photo transfer.
7.  Ask your Officers for:
     a.   Larger individual prints.
     b.   Specific photos related to rides or events.
8.  Our photo library is extensive, covering rides/events present to April 2017
9.  Due to the need to  print, collate, and put together the various formats it may take up to
     30 days for a booklet to be completed. In most cases you will recieve it sooner!
 
Recent Ride/Event(s) Recap w/photos
 
8th Bike Week Meet-N-Greet
Sponsered by Chapter 702
Sunday, March 1st 2026
Location: The Landing Strip Tavern
, 202 Airport Road, Palm Coast, Fl 32164

Another Bikeweek Meet-N-Greet is now history! The Landing Strip Tavern did a fine job of catering to everyones needs. The overall turnout was much greater than we had anticipated due to th e change in date. ALL IN ALL THE DAY WAS BEAUTIFUL, THE FOOD DELICIOUS AND THE TIME SPENT WITH OUR SCRC FAMILY INCREDIBLE TO SAY THE LEAST!
We greeted chapters from;
TENN: 000, 193
GA: 054
NC: 419
FL: 702, 131, 716, 242, 122, 050, 115, 005, 366, 739, 694, 545
We forgot the signin sheets this year, OPPSY, LOL!
IF WE MISSED ANYONE WE APOLOGIZE.

 
 
CHAPTER 702 POP UP RIDE
Saturday, March 7th 2026
Dest was: Castaways, Astor, Fl

Five bikes departed outr Eacetrac meet up location on this clear, dry and comfortable morning. Eddie led the way with Cooter picking up the parts that fell off along the way. Our meal was great the fellowship was fun and interesting. We all arrived home safely and dry!

 
 
2026 Florida/Georgia Meet-N-Greet
Saturday, March 14th 2026
Dest was: B-Mac's Buffet
, 2456 Memorial Dr, Waycross, Ga 31503
Two of us departed our meet up point heading for a long ride on a chilly but clear Florida morning heading for our 1st and 2nd meet up points to pick up additional riders. Ga 054 did a great job orchestrating this meet-N-Greet. The food was great and the company was, as always fantastic.
 
 
Chapter 702 Pop Up Ride
Date: Saturday, March 21st 2026
Dest was: Belle's Bistro, 2 N Park St, Crescent City, FL 32112

Seven bikes with 10 people departed our Racetrack meet up point on a cool, beautiful clear Florida morning! Our round trip mileage was over 105 miles today for our leisurely adventure through some beautiful rural twisty roads! Cooter got us all home safely and Charles retrieved all the parts that fell off! The restaurant was spot on and the brunch was delicious with the service being very good for a last minute group arrival! We will be returning to this restaurant again! We even signed up a new member today, Rainer Rink, and lo n behold he hit the Official Chapter 702 Roster before we even got home! WELCOME RAINER!

 
 
Chapter 702 Pop Up Ride
Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026
Dest was: Airport Grill & Restaurant, 1120 Airport Terminal Dr, Deland, Fl 32724
Thirteen people headed out from our Racetrack meet up location for a 101 mile round trip foray through Florida. The weather was clear and bright with comfortable temperatures. Dan Dow, 1st Officer - Chapter 739 met us at our Racetrack with five members. We arrived at the restaurant and soon thereafter Glenn Gramm - 1st Officer Chapter 122 met us with another six people. The restaurant was able to accommodate us without any issues! The service was great and the food perfect. Cooter led the way with PK picking up the parts that dropped off! All arriving home safely!
 
 
2026 SCRC Florida State Rally
Dates Held: Thursday, April 9 to Sunday, April 12, 2026
Location was: Tavares, Fl
This year's Rally is now history! The Rally was a resounding success.The SCRC National Vice President, Jim (Bush Hog) Dolan and National Events Director, Bill (Caz) Cazelot joined in the festivities.
We were visited by SCRC Members from Canada, Ohio, Mississippi, Louisiana, Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, North Carolina, if I missed anyone please excuse the oversight. It was a very busy and fruitful, fun filled weekend!
On to next year!
 
 
Chapter 702 Pop Up Ride
Date: Saturday, April 18,2026
Dest was: Lost Lagoon, New Smyrna Beach, Fl
Twenty people departed from our Racetrack meet up point on a beautiful sunny Florida day! Cooter led the group safely to the destination where we were joined by Chapter 122, 716. Our meal was delicious, The service wait was lengthy but that was understandable, this
restaurant is not yet able to handle large groups, in all 
they did well!! Jerry picked up the parts that fell off. Everyone reported home safely by 2:30 PM!! We collected an additional $27.00 today for St. Jude which brings our to date total to $77.00! Good Job 702!
 
 
Chapter 702 Pop Up Ride
Date: Saturday, April 25,2026
Dest was: Shrimps-R-Us, Welaka, Fl
Eight people departed the racetrac meet  up point on a beautiful Florida sunshine day! Jerry lead us safely to our destination with PK covering our six! It was nice to be able to visit Shrimp R Us again. This restaurant  has always been a favorite destination for more than 10 years. The food, Service and fellowship was superb. We traveled a total of 101 miles (on my odometer) today. Everyone arrived home by 2:30 PM!
Note:
 There is a short video of our ride to the restaurant on our FaceBook Group Page.