Provophenia VII is all done, and it’s now time to reflect on the fun everyone had. From movies at what looked like an abandoned meth lab and theatre, to intimidating the local Harley Davidson bikers on their own turf, Provophenia was a weekend to remember.
Friday started off with a meet n greet at The Scooter Lounge. Everyone chilled inside and chatted with eachother, cracking jokes, and anticipating the events to come. After the conversations, we all mounted on our scoots, and took off. I remember driving next to Dave Hurtado asking, “Alright, so where are we off to? Just around Provo?” Dave gave a small chuckle and replied “Let’s do a couple circles around the Harley Davidson lot.”
My initial thought was fear. Fear that we would be followed out of the lot by a gang of bikers with bats and chains. But then I was overcome with the feeling of adventure. So we headed off to the Harley Davidson lot with ambition on our side. When we arrived, we (thankfully) found only a few bikers there. We proceeded to drive around the parking lot honking our horns and revving our engines. What an awesome and pitiful site it was. We then headed to the old Vespa dealership to wait for other scooterist. What ended up happening was a ramp contest in which Roy won HANDS DOWN
Afterwards, we made our way to Jamestown Square to eat at Munchies. We had a good time eating, sharing stories, and taking embarrassing photos. (Myself included…) Afterwards, we went up a small trail to what looked like an old abandoned acting stage. We set up a projector and watched “The Grapes of Wrath” to set the mood for the rally. What was left of the group had fun watching the movie and chatting.
Saturday was a day to remember. The morning started off with a shine n’ show. Everyone’s scooters were looking quite awesome. From Roy’s meticulously detailed and shiny buddy, to Mike’s Beautifully restored Vespa. Once the bands set up, we were graced with hearing the awesome music from Tijuana Bible and Electron Deception. Everyone enjoyed the music while we cooked some burgers for everyone to enjoy (Provided by the Brigham’s Bees!) After we all grubbed on, the ride to the Alpine Loop was on. Everyone who had a scooter strong enough to make it, had the greatest time soaring through the mountain’s switchbacks and straightaways. A proper way to end the rally and the warm weather.
Everything is starting to cool down in Utah, but we still have two more rides planned! Watch out for this weekends campout/ride. This will be the 1st annual “Brighams Ride”. Complete with food, fires, Gymkhanas, and a special ride! See you then Bees!
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