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Article by Holly Anderson / Basket Case Magazine  The beginning of April marks the end of a wet winter and the unofficial start to event season here in NorCal. No better way to start than with a custom bike and van show located in in the small farming town of Lodi, California. Just a few shifts south of Sacramento, the good folks over at TRIco hosted the First Annual Locked N’ Lodi on the main drag of the town. Folks from all around California showed up in enclaves to show off their builds, lining the old town streets with huge...

Photos by Benny Stucker / Article by Amy Sue Sporty It's mid-February. The Midwest is frozen under a layer of ice and snow. Temperatures are a chilly 26*, and the winds freeze your skin in under twenty minutes; yet, Milwaukee comes alive with a flurry of activity, as builders, buyers, collectors, enthusiasts, and riders all congregate in the heart of the city to see the new builds of the season. The first glimpse of the projects we watched come together on social media all winter break... even the ones that aren't done yet. It's why everyone knows braving this weather...

The “What We Ride” features focus on our contributors and the motorcycles they choose to kick their leg over. We’re fortunate to work with Alec Ozawa, and he has become a vital part of the ChopCult team. Alex is a Chicago-based custom motorcycle enthusiast who enjoys photography as one of his artistic outlets. Having no mechanical background, his ‘can do’ attitude helped him to build this 1998 Harley XL1200C, 95th Anniversary Custom chopper he calls "Porosity Princess." Enjoy! Owner name, location: Alec Ozawa, Chicago, IL Chop Cult Member profile: alecozawa Bike name: Porosity Princess Engine, year and make, model, modifications:...

The morning was perfectly crisp with the air suggesting a hoodie. I had loaded up the bag last night, and it now stands triumphantly strapped to the sissy. While throttling through the neighborhoods on my way to get gas, I wonder how this trip will turn out. I am not worried per se, but as curious as a child on his first camping trip. Having heard the stories from others of trips of woe and worry, I have yet to experience it myself. This would be my first overnight on the motorcycle as well as the first true ride with...

Donny Conrad has created quite a name for himself with his one-off illustrations. I’m sure you probably own a few shirts featuring his killer artwork, as he works with many companies and independent brands within the industry. Donny possess the ability to bring motorcycles to the forefront while surrounding the topic at hand with killer vans, babes, or a snippet from the road that we all know and enjoy. Please take a moment to get to know the ever-talented Donny Conrad. Name: Donny Conrad Business Name:...I draw stuff Current location: Williamsburg, Ohio Tell us a little bit about yourself: As...