Can We Take the Kids

Bike week has what seems like an endless list of one-of-a-kind biker haunts. Remember that some stops are somewhat "G-rated" and some are definitely adult type venues. The general rule is daytime on public streets like Main street and Beach Street are always G. At nighttime and especially at private venues like campgrounds, the clothing is always optional. If you’re bringing your kids or grandkids like I do, stick to Beach Street, Main Street, and maybe the bike shops during the day. When it gets dark, the kids should go to the room, period. After 9 PM the Wet T's come out and activities at the campgrounds or campground/bars like the Cabbage Patch, become a little rowdy. Many ladies take up the age-old traditional biker game of flashing. The Daytona Police department has little patience for this behavior on the public streets but the language and attitudes get more aggressive as the alcohol index rises. I'd rather keep the kids away from these potential potty mouths by "taking them to the house" at dark. Keep in mind that police officers will drag guilty flashers off to pay a $60.00 fine for the smallest infraction. Take that into account before you give that man of your dreams the smallest peek. Personally, I am very comfortable taking children to Bike Week as long as some good judgment dictates where and when we go.