‘Ride in Rock out’ Motorcycle Show

Sunshine!  On a Sunday too!    A bit of a shock to a body more used to this year’s seemingly interminable Monsoon season.  It was also a bit of good fortune for MT HEADS MCC who, in conjunction with Real XS Rock Radio, was holding their first bike show in Rochdale town centre. Dubbed the ‘Ride in Rock out’ they managed to put together a very pleasant day for everyone who attended.

The Flying Horse Hotel, where the club meet very Wednesday was the venue for the seventeen bands, yes, seventeen, who played throughout the day and evening. The bike show and parking was set in the council car park right outside the door. A nicely laid back atmosphere pervaded the gathering, as biker’s of all persuasions strolled in the very welcome sunshine and just got on with having a good time.  Not a massive amount of standout machinery, but still enough to get chins wagging in either disbelief or sympathy. 

There were ten show categories from learner to extreme. Unfortunately the winner’s had not been announced by the time I had to leave. I presume they will be posted on the clubs facebook page so if you’re interested that’s where to look.

This inaugural event had a more serious side though, as all proceeds are destined for the Christie and McCmillan cancer support charities. As good a reason as any for the club and Real XS to put in the work needed to make it happen.

So well done to all involved, and thanks for a good day, with good food, and good company in the Sunshine!  I didn’t even get wet on the way home. Indian summer anyone? Or am I dreaming again…LOL

Andrew Filson
Editor SYB Magazine