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Charm City Mods vs Rockers

n Saturday, August 27th, 2011 the Baltimore Triumph Renegades will be hosting the 2nd Annual Charm City Mods vs Rockers Rally at Brewer's Landing, 801 Woodrow Avenue in Essex, MD. The rally recreates the nostalgia of the Mods and Rockers subculture of Britain in the 50s and 60s.

The mods were scooter riding, nicely dressed, clean cut youths, that listened to 60s rhythm and blues. Rockers rode motorcycles, dressed in leather and listened to early Rock-a-billy music. The two groups often engaged in brawls, particularly in seaside resorts. The media of the time, inflated the stories of the conflict into legendary proportions.

 

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The event brings out motorcycles and scooters from the time period as well as people dressed up as Mods and Rockers. This years rally will feature:

 

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Live Music featuring the Garnet Hearts

1950s Dress Pinup Contest by Atomic Cheesecake Studios

Motorcycle/Scooter Show with Trophies

Scooter Racing/Stunt Show

Custom Motorcycle and Scooter Builder Displays

Maryland MVA Motorcycle Simulator

East Baltimore Fun Run

Food and Beer

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