Even with the Chinese Covid thing the Show Must Go On and Willie and his crew at Tropical Tattoo did it again. Thanks!
Yes, the crowd was a tad smaller than last year, but I did not hear anyone complaining. It just made it easier to get around and in some cases get better shots of the bikes and people.
Myself and many others do not miss attending this event if at all possible. I even got to bring some new people to this one.
Twin Engine Street Bike
After a quick tour through the bikes out front, to get an idea which ones I would be interested in seeing in more detail, I took the crew into the back where they were able to get some food and cold beverages while listening to the band.
While I do have a good time at these events, I still work grabbing photos for articles and talking to people. Luckily my son Dale was with me and helped out on the photos.
I got this same shirt in 2016 - looks like it is still popular
There were some vendors and also a Trump Tent, which has been at past events. The Bikers like Trump and show it by wearing support clothing. A good indication of how they are voting this year, and of course when other bikers see that it may also influence on how they vote.
Best Antique
Best Bobber
Best Chopper
Best Flatty
Best Knuckle
Best MetricOk, this is a Big Bike Show with over 20 classes. We brought you all the winners. Too bad about the tent...
Best Panhead ????I am sure that everyone is aware this is 2020, and it has been a very strange year. Well, weird also made it to the Old School Chopper Show. Yep someone picked this Evo as the Best Panhead.
Of course Roadside Marty the MC went off on the judge. They did correct it and give the dude a different trophy.
Best Shovel
Best Sportster
Best Twin Cam
Best British Custom
Trailer Trash Choice -01
Trailer Trash Choice -2
Tropical Tattoo Pick
Creative Custom
Crowd Favorite
Cycle Source Choice
Roadside's Choice
Willie's Choice
Willie's Hardcore Choice
Winner - Class Not Known
Winner - Class Unknown
Roadside working the booth
While this is a Bike Show, a big part of it is the MC Roadside Marty especially when he is giving out trophies. He kicks ass!
Roadside's other talents include trying to get a female to flash and or to remove her top. The usual way that happens is to offer them a free shirt. But they have to put it on right there.
Besides having a good time this event also raises money for the veterans and the proceeds go to www.veteranssupportfund.com
To find out more about Tropical Tattoo go to http://www.tropicaltattoo.com/
