My friend Kris, his wife Donna, his cousin Janet, her friend Tara, and I headed out early Saturday morning. We made great time and followed an unbelievable route through parts of California that reminded me of New Mexico. I think the residents of the towns of Brawley, El Centro, and Salton City owe us big time for our efforts of reducing the population of gnats and other pests in the area - we were each taking time to clean our windshields, fenders, headlights, and other parts that had taken the lives of the flying insects. The bug carcasses were event to be found all down our pants legs.
This was my first year attending this event. I had no idea what to expect. A mere $25 covers the entrance fee. This allows you to camp at the fairgrounds, gets you a pin and some other small goodies, enjoy live music, includes BBQ, and much more.
The bikes weren't the glamour types you'd typically see at large events. There were only a couple of choppers found at the site. What you did see were plenty of VW powered trikes, Honda Goldwing Trikes, Harley Trikes, and some two-wheeled variety bikes meant to be ridden. I even spotted a '78 BMW with side car. There were a few side cars on display as well as plenty of tent and utility trailers being pulled by the many bikes.
The people were just people who wanted to get out and have a great time. Some were obviously veterans of the Prison Run. You can tell by the setups they had. Bikes packed full of all of the necessary equipment needed for several days of camping.
There was a bike show, a traditional ride to the Yuma Territorial Prison, a stunt show provided by The Victor McLaglen Motor Corps, music provided by Sam Morrison Band, bike and trike games, and so much more.
The Sam Morrison Band put on a great performance. They are a cover band with some real talent. The band covered a wide range of popular music.
We didn't get there until after the bike games had been completed. I heard rumor of a trike wheelie contest. The best part was that one of the contestants of the wheelie contest was over 90 years old!
Another cool thing we were able to cast our eyes upon was the cool air vehicles leaving the nearby military facility. There were jets, choppers of the aerial kind, and big propeller sporting birds making their way overhead throughout the day.
Well, I guess that's enough chatter. Let me show you some of the things I was fortunate enough to witness in Arizona.
Unlike other posts, I want to take this time to represent some of the less-featured motorcycles and equipment.
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| Part Corvette, Part Bike |
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| Not a motorcyle, but a cool barbeque! |
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| What creativity! |
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