A selection of bikes, showing creativity of all kinds......
Tradition is a fine thing, serving to bring back memories and provide a reference when one returns from an absence. So I was pleased to see the sign commemorating the V-Rod sacrificed to the creek is still in place after many years:
Of course, as the day progresses, the heat rises and inhibitions driop:
The next few posts will be a series of images taken over the weekend of the 4th. Above, the road into the ABATE's property. The bandshell early Thursday. It won't stay this empty for very long....... One of many customs on hand and ridden in. Starting the weekend off with the motorized chicken hat. The vendors area before the crowds arrive.
And the tents start going up.......
more images later, some of which shouldn't be viewed at work.