Freakbike Militia

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The Freakbike Militia (FBM) is an international bicycle club made up of people from all walks of life. Many types of bicycles can be seen at Freakbike rallys, including tall bikes, and lowrider bicycles, but most of its members are Chopper bicycle enthusiasts.

Members show up for semi-annual rides on three different types of bikes. The first is the individual who has the equipment to chop up old bicycle frames and weld them back together in an unlimited variety of configurations that reflect their personal style. Many of these fabricators build bikes that celebrate the theme of each ride, from St Patrick's Day to Halloween. The second type of rider chooses one of a few factory made Chopper Bicycles available today, and quite often, will use custom parts to build an impressive bike. The last type of rider will employ the services of a select group of Custom Chopper Bicycle Designers who have frames and parts that are not available in most bike shops.

April of 2007 saw the 15th Choppernite ride in West Palm Beach, Florida, with an estimated attendance of over 130 riders.^{[citation needed]}

The FBM started in Florida and while there is no official leader, there are a growing number of chapters.

In 2007 the FBM attended the St. Patrick's Day festivities in Delray Beach, Florida, including the Charity Parade.

Thousands of people descended on Atlantic Avenue to watch the 39th annual St. Patrick's Day Charity Parade. About 40 parade entries included several bagpipe and drum bands, fire engines, Model T Fords, monster trucks and a pack of bicycles called the Freak Bike Militia.

Maria Herrera: Sun Sentinel^{[citation needed]} Saturday, Feb 10, 2007